2026 True Blue Weekend Schedule
Building Your True Blue Weekend Schedule
Choices abound during F&M's most exciting weekend of the year 鈥 from reunion class
activities to Diplomat Athletic events to student performances and more. If you're
having trouble narrowing down options, the icons below can help you easily identify
activities that may align with your areas of interest. Unless noted, True Blue Weekend
events are open to all alumni, students, families, and friends.
馃帗 Alumni 馃帀 Reunion Alumni 馃挋 Parents/Families 馃摚 Athletics 馃専 Arts 馃 Greek/Affinity 馃摎 顶级国产视频
9 am 鈥 6 pm | True Blue Weekend Arrival & Information Center Noon 鈥 1 p.m. | ENE Lite Lunch: Student Summer Research Presentations 馃摎 Noon 鈥 4 pm | Phillips Museum of Art Exhibits 馃専 12:30 鈥 4:30 pm | Fall Student Research Fair 馃挋馃摎 5 鈥 7 pm | Athletic Hall of Fame Reception and Induction Ceremony 馃摚 7 鈥 9 pm | Reunion Alumni Welcome Reception 馃帀 8 am 鈥 6 pm | True Blue Weekend Arrival & Information Center 8:30 鈥 9:30 am | ENE Geoscience Founders Society Board Meeting 9 鈥 10 am | F&M Wrestling Open Practice 馃摚 9 鈥 10:30 am | Men's and Women's Squash Breakfast 馃摚 9:30 鈥 10:30 am | ENE Geoscience Founders Society Student/Alumni Networking Breakfast馃摎 10:45 鈥 11:45 am | Psychology Brookshire Fellow Roundtable Panel 馃摎 11 am 鈥 Noon | The Tony Ross 鈥91 Black Arts, Culture & Entertainment Panel + Exhibition
馃馃専 Don鈥檛 miss this enlightening and inspiring panel discussion that will highlight the
artistic, cultural, and creative endeavors of F&M鈥檚 Black alumni and seeks to normalize
pathways and entry into the Arts & Entertainment industry with a Liberal Arts background.
This program is named for Tony Ross, F&M Class of 1991 and founding member of the
African American Alumni Council, in honor of his living legacy and indelible contributions
to F&M, its alumni and students. Panelists/organizers include Aviel Ayoung 鈥06, Intisar Hamilton 鈥06, Joaquim Hamilton 鈥06, Dr. Stephen Tyson Jr. 鈥07, Jessica Tingling 鈥10 and Oliver Tingling 鈥11. Prior to and following the panel, take time to view the artistic works created by
these incredible alumni, on display in Stahr Auditorium. PLEASE NOTE: Food truck and alcohol pricing is a la carte. Some trucks may only accept cash/Venmo
while others take credit cards and various forms of mobile payment. There is no charge to attend F&Mily Fest and registration is not required. (Rain location: ) F&Mily Fest: For Reunion Classes! 馃帀 All classes ending in 1 or 6 are invited to gather under the Reunion Tents to reconnect
with classmates during F&Mily Fest. Look for class year signage and join your class
for a group picture. Please gather with your class 10 minutes prior to the scheduled
photo time. Class Photo Schedule: 12:15 p.m. | Class of 2021 鈥 5th Reunion 3 鈥 4:30 pm | Psychology Brookshire Fellow Symposium 馃摎 3 鈥 5 pm | Delta Sigma Phi and Alpha Phi Alumni Gathering 馃 9 鈥 11 am | Campus Breakfast 2026 True Blue Weekend Schedule
Friday, Oct. 23
8 am 鈥 4 pm | Open Classes 馃帗馃挋馃摎
Students may arrange with their professors for their parents to visit classes, or
parents and alumni may obtain a schedule of available open classes at the information
table at registration in the Lombardo Welcome Center. Please plan to arrive on time
and to stay for the duration of the class.
NOTE: Space is Limited.
11:30 am 鈥 1 pm | Campus Lunch
True Blue Weekend guests can enjoy lunch in the Benjamin 顶级国产视频 Dining Hall for
$8.25 per person, payable at the door. Registration is requested.
Earth and Environment (ENE) students will present on their summer research projects.
Come join us for pizza and snacks and to learn about the great opportunities our students
take part in.
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Noon 鈥 1:30 pm | Class of 1971, 1966, 1961, and 1956 Reunion Lunch 馃帀
Join fellow classmates and guests for a lunch in celebration of the members of the
class of 1971, 1966, 1961, and 1956. There is no charge to attend but registration is required.
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Stop by the Phillips Museum of Art to view the Fall exhibitions: Jeremiah Chechik, Micrographica; TOUCH GRASS; American
Art; Ingrained: Celebrating Pennsylvania鈥檚 Cultural Heritage; and Philadelphia Underground:
Music, Art, Dystopia.
Phillips Museum of Art,
A poster session featuring the research projects of F&M summer scholars conducted
in close mentoring experiences with faculty from across the sciences, social sciences,
humanities and the creative and performing arts.
12:30 鈥 4:30 pm | Summer Experience Fair: How F&M Students Spent Their Summer in 2026
馃挋馃摎
Featuring 50+ sophomore through senior students who will present on their summer internship,
entrepreneurship, professional training, and research experiences, including what
they did and learned, and how their summer experiences informed their ongoing academic
interests and career pursuits.
2 鈥 3 pm | Nevonian Celebration and Induction Ceremony 馃帀
Join the celebration as we honor the 50th Reunion Class of 1976 and observe their
induction into the Nevonian Society. Registration is requested.
Presentation Room,
2 鈥 3 pm | Quantitative & Science Center Open House 馃摎
Please stop by the new Q&SC home to say hello to former tutors and staff. We look
forward to seeing you!
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Celebrate this year鈥檚 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees and take part in the proud tradition
of F&M Athletics! The following will be honored as the 44th class of inductees: Jay Baumgardner '73
(Football & Baseball), Steve Growney '82 (Men's Lacrosse), Tina Stathis Newman '89
(Women's Lacrosse), Paulette Cutruzzula Dreher '10 (Women's Lacrosse & Field Hockey),
Nicole Morano '11 (Volleyball), Dave Rosenfeld '15 (Men's Soccer), Rick Durso '16
(Wrestling). Registration is requested.
6 鈥 9 pm | Class of 1976 - 50th Class Dinner 馃帀
Join fellow classmates and guests for a reception and dinner in celebration of the
Class of 1976 50th reunion. Registration is required.
Kick off your True Blue Weekend with an evening of celebration, connection and F&M
spirit! Reunion Alumni are invited to gather at , a new community space just steps from campus, to reconnect with classmates, reminisce
about favorite F&M memories and toast the weekend ahead. Enjoy heavy hors d'oeuvres,
a cash bar and plenty of opportunity to catch up before a full weekend of True Blue
festivities. Registration is required.
West Art,
8 鈥 9:30 pm | Choral Concert 馃帗馃挋
Music performed by The 顶级国产视频 & Marshall College Chorus and Chamber Singers.
Saturday, Oct. 24
8:15 鈥 9:30 am | Parent Breakfast Briefing with the Center for Career & Professional
Development 馃挋
Get a closer look at how The Center for Career & Professional Development empowers students to pursue fulfilling careers with courage and curiosity by joining
us for a breakfast presentation. You'll discover how your child is being connected
with internship opportunities, established alumni, hands-on experiences, hiring managers,
and expert advice through our new Career Community model. Even if you've joined us
in the past, we encourage you to grab some coffee with us and learn more about our
unique approach to developing Diplomats into successful professionals. There is no
charge to attend this breakfast event, but you are kindly asked to register in advance.
Booth Ferris, 2nd Floor,
Annual meeting for Geoscience Founders Society Board Members.
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8:30 鈥 10 am | The 15th Annual African American Alumni Council Sydney N. Bridgett
'51 Award Breakfast 馃
Join members of the African American Alumni Council for a breakfast and ceremony honoring
alumni of African descent for outstanding achievement in a chosen profession or endeavor.
This year, the following alumni will receive the Sydney N. Bridgett 鈥51 Award: Kisha
Bazelais '01, Frank Clyburn '86, Dexter Davenport '92, Lewis Myers '68, Rachel St.
Louis '21, Jessica Tingling '10, and Gordon White '75. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Alumni Association Board.
Catering Suite,
F&M wrestling alumni, families, and friends are invited to observe the 2026-2027 team
practice. Enter the building through the doors connected to the Mayser Gymnasium parking
lot located directly off of College Avenue.
Wrestling Room (lower level),
Come play squash, eat breakfast and meet current players, parents and alumni.
Squash Courts, Basement,
9:30 鈥 10:30 am | Psychology Brookshire Fellow Coffee Hour 馃摎
Join Brookshire Fellows from the past decade for coffee, pastries, and conversation!
Open to all; psychology, SPM, and BFB majors are especially encouraged to attend.
Druker Common,
Earth and Environment (ENE) and Geoscience students and alumni will meet casually
to talk about career and graduate school opportunities in the environmental field.
Please come join us for coffee and conversation, and to reconnect with friends and
professors. We look forward to seeing you!
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9:30 鈥 11 am | Biology, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Meet and Greet 馃摎
Drop by to enjoy a cup of coffee and a chat with faculty.
Atrium,
10 鈥 11:30 am | Government Department Coffee and Pastries 馃摎
The Department of Government will be having a gathering for government faculty and
alumni with coffee and pastries on the first floor in the Harris Center. We look forward
to seeing and chatting with alumni and friends!
Outdoor Patio (inclement weather location - Hard Living Room),
Join Brookshire Fellows from the past decade for a discussion about post-graduation
life after earning F&M degrees in psychology, cognitive science, or animal behavior.
Open to all.
Druker Common,
Stahr Auditorium,
11 am 鈥 12:30 pm | F&M Wrestling Kickoff Meeting 馃摚
Join the F&M Wrestling team along with friends and family, as we introduce the 2026-2027
team, recap the historic success of the previous season, and discuss the upcoming
season. We will also be honoring and hearing from Hall of Fame Inductee and All-American
Rick Durso '16. Lunch is $8.25 per person, payable at the door. After grabbing lunch, guests should bring it to the
Catering Suite in the back right corner of the Dining Hall. If you won鈥檛 be eating,
notify the staff at the front of the Dining Hall and enter the Catering Suite around
11 am. Please RSVP by contacting Coach Borja at sborja@fandm.edu if you are planning to attend.
Catering Suite,
Noon 鈥 3 pm | F&Mily Fest, Reunion Gatherings & Reunion Class Photos 馃帗馃挋
Alumni, students, parents and families, faculty, and staff are all welcome at the
True Blue Weekend F&Mily Fest! This F&M community celebration features family-friendly
activities, live music from student bands, sweet treats, and local beverages. There
will be a number of local food trucks on site featuring a variety of delicious cuisines.
12:25 p.m. | Class of 2016 鈥 10th Reunion
12:35 p.m. | Class of 2011 鈥 15th Reunion
12:45 p.m. | Class of 2006 鈥 20th Reunion
12:55 p.m. | Class of 2001 鈥 25th Reunion
1:05 p.m. | Class of 1996 鈥 30th Reunion
1:15 p.m. | Class of 1991 鈥 35th Reunion
1:25 p.m. | Class of 1986 鈥 40th Reunion
1:35 p.m. | Class of 1981 鈥 45th Reunion
1:45 p.m. | Class of 1976 鈥 50th Reunion
1:55 p.m. | Nevonians (Class of 1976 and older)
Noon 鈥 4 pm | Phillips Museum of Art Exhibits 馃専
Stop by the Phillips Museum of Art to view the Fall exhibitions: Jeremiah Chechik, Micrographica; TOUCH GRASS; American
Art; Ingrained: Celebrating Pennsylvania鈥檚 Cultural Heritage; and Philadelphia Underground:
Music, Art, Dystopia.
Phillips Museum of Art,
1 pm | Football: F&M vs. Ursinus 馃摚
1 pm | Volleyball: F&M vs. Washington College 馃摚
Join Brookshire Fellows from the past decade for brief presentations about the work
they have been doing since leaving F&M. Open to all.
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The Delta Sigma Phi Alumni Association & Alpha Phi Alumni invite you to our 4th annual
Alumni Mixer! Find some letters if you still have (and fit into them) and reminisce
over snacks and beverages. Registration is requested.
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5 鈥 6:30 pm | The Lancaster Vice History Tour led by Professor Alison Kibler
Around 1900, Lancaster was known as a "wide-open" city where police and officials
tolerated and even encouraged vice (prostitution, gambling, drinking). In response,
prominent citizens formed the Law and Order Society to force the city to clean up
vice. Did this campaign succeed? Take this walking tour of downtown Lancaster to find
out! This content is recommended for adults 18+. Space is limited and registration is required.
Tour leaves from the Lancaster City Welcome Center,
6 鈥 9 pm | Tribute Celebration 鈥 by invitation
Sunday, Oct. 25
True Blue Weekend guests can enjoy breakfast in the Benjamin 顶级国产视频 Dining Hall
for $8.25 per person, payable at the door. Registration is requested.
10 am 鈥 Noon | Athletics Achievement Celebration 馃摚馃帗馃挋
Director of Athletics & Recreation Lauren Packer Webster will lead recognition of
2025-2026 athletic teams and individuals who reached a milestone achievement in their
divisional sport through the NCAA. Registration is requested.
Noon 鈥 4 pm | Phillips Museum of Art Exhibits 馃専
Stop by the Phillips Museum of Art to view the Fall exhibitions: Jeremiah Chechik, Micrographica; TOUCH GRASS; American
Art; Ingrained: Celebrating Pennsylvania鈥檚 Cultural Heritage; and Philadelphia Underground:
Music, Art, Dystopia.
Phillips Museum of Art,
Events will be added to the schedule throughout the summer.
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