Experience a day in the life of a PC student by attending a class. When you register for this program, a list of available classes will be sent to you.

Experience SPORT:ART among fellow art enthusiasts and sports fans. Peter Tigler, a mural artist based in Santa Monica, California, will provide a mural for guests to "paint" in a collaborative endeavor to connect to the theme of art and sports.

Providence College welcomes alumni and families to visit our student union upon arrival to enjoy a fun, laid-back, living room atmosphere. There will be student bands, Wii competitions, snacks, giveaways, and more to set a festive tone. Registration and ticket pickup for Friday activities will be located at this event.

Is Maine a serious contender in HOCKEY EAST? Find out when our Friars face off against the Black Bears! Stop in the Leary Friends of Friar Hockey Room for complimentary snacks and to mingle with fellow Friars! Tickets for the game can be purchased separately at www.friars.com. Click on Ticket Center and then Promotions. Enter in the code PCPARENTS12 or PCALUMNI12 for priority seating.

Dave Coulier has been a frequent presence in our homes for eight seasons on the long-running hit ABC television series Full House, which now is part of the popular Nick-At-Nite and ABC Family network lineups. Known for his clean and fun comedy routine, Dave will surely have alumni, parents, and students laughing the night away. Let's all welcome Dave into our PC home and family.

Immediately following the comedy show, continue the evening's fun with live music and refreshments at McPhail's.

 

Assistant Professor of Photography, Eric Sung's photography class in collaboration with the Athletic Department.

Out at Home interrogates the banning of black athletes in the mainstream quintessential American sport, baseball and the resulting formation of a black baseball league, until Jackie Robinson broke the color line.

Pick up your pre-ordered tickets for the weekend's events and enjoy coffee, juices, fruits, and pastries in preparation for the College President's opening remarks. Registration will continue from noon to 3:00 p.m. adjacent to the Slavin Center Information Desk.

College President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. '80 shares his personal greetings and officially opens Alumni & Family Weekend.

Mike Leonard '70, NBC feature correspondent and executive producer of CATHOLICISM, a 10-part, global documentary illustrating the story of the Catholic faith, will join Rev. Robert Barron, known by many as the "podcasting priest" to share the story of their recent journey together. Father Barron is one of the world's most innovative teachers of Catholicism. His global media ministry, Word On Fire, has a simple mission to evangelize the culture.

Hop on a trolley and explore the historic beauty and newest additions of the campus.

Learn how the Office of Career Services is supporting your student to reach his/her optimal goals. Staff, alumni, and students will share programs and resources available to students for career exploration, mentoring, shadowing, internships, and job placement.

Presented by: Marian Mattison, DSW, Associate Professor of Social Work and Director of Field Education

Experience how today's students learn in the classroom by participating in this interactive workshop.

 

This year, Providence College will proudly mark 40 Years of Women's Athletics. In celebration of the Friars' rich athletic history, a series of events have been planned to commemorate our 40 Years of distinction in intercollegiate athletics.  We invite you and your family to join us during Alumni & Family Weekend to honor the past, present and future of Providence College women's athletics.

Come and enjoy the tastes of the world and have an interactive discussion regarding the exciting plans for students who wish to study abroad. Students and alumni who have participated in the program will share their experiences. Alumni who studied abroad as a student will have the chance to see how the program has evolved over the years and can reconnect with fellow alumni travelers!

Take a tour through our student union and visit with our campus clubs and organizations! Alumni can visit their old stomping grounds and families can see where their students are spending their time. A list of clubs and organizations participating will be on the Alumni & Family Weekend website.

Hop on a trolley beginning at Harkins Hall and explore the historic beauty and newest additions of the campus.

Stop by our computer stations in lower Slavin (across from the ATMs) to log into the Alumni Relations Online Community and set up your FriarLink account. Get a brief tutorial of all resources available to you online. Everyone who logs in for the first time or updates their profile will receive a free gift!

Parents of sophomore students are invited to join us for an informal reception co-hosted by the PC Parents Program and Parents for Providence Association. Enjoy remarks from the sophomore class dean, Jacqueline Kiernan MacKay, who will provide key tips on the ways you can support your student during this critical year of decision making.

Join us for this pre-game rally to get psyched for the men's basketball game vs. USF! Hot chocolate and treats, face painting, and more surprises will be offered. PC student clubs also will be competing against each other for the best "I HEART PC" decorated bus!  Alumni and families can park on campus and ride the buses to the game. Bus pickup begins at 3:00 p.m. behind Raymond Dining Hall. GO FRIARS!

The Friars have the home-court advantage as they drive away the Pirates! Tickets can be purchased at the door for $5 each.

Come join us for an hour of discussion and reflection with College Chaplain Rev. James Cuddy, O.P. '98. He will offer his unique perspective on how the College helps students make faith their own here at PC and beyond.

Nestled between Providence's finest restaurants and hotels, the outdoor rink is just a short walk to and from the Dunkin' Donuts Center. For more information, visit www.providenceskating.com.

Cheer on new PC men's basketball coach Ed Cooley and the Friars as they tip off against the Bulls! Tickets for the game can be purchased separately at www.friars.com. Click on Ticket Center and then Promotions. Enter in the code PCPARENTS12 or PCALUMNI12 for priority seating.

 

 

Dinner On Your Own ...

Enjoy dinner at one of Providenceís great restaurants!

Don't forget to show your "I HEART PC" button to get great deals and discounts at participating locations.  Buttons will be distributed at registration and ticket pick-up. Listing available online.

Continue the party at our PC Irish Night! Enjoy the sounds of the Irish band Tradition while our PC Irish Dancers "step" to some of your favorite Irish tunes! This has been a long admired event and a labor of love for our dancers! Enjoy pub food and refreshments at this highlight event of the weekend.

Enjoy the voices of students and alumni together at this favorite annual concert. All three PC a cappella groups will perform - Special Guest (all men), Anaclastic (all women), and Strictly Speaking (co-ed).

Relive your senior nights at this special one-year reunion for the Class of 2011! Enjoy the night as you catch up with fellow grads.

 

College President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. '80 will serve as principal celebrant, and members of the Dominican

Community will concelebrate as alumni and families are invited to unite as one community.

There's only one way to get ready to head home on a February Sunday-Winter Brunch! Join us for a hearty sendoff featuring Live Jazz.

Student Sports Photography Exhibition, Hunt-Cavanagh Gallery, East Campus

Assistant Professor of Photography, Eric Sung's photography class in collaboration with the Athletic Department.

Out at Home interrogates the banning of black athletes in the mainstream quintessential American sport, baseball and the resulting formation of a black baseball league, until Jackie Robinson broke the color line.