Upcoming Events
Keep an eye on this page and follow us on social media for updates on these fun events!
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Travel Talks Info Session – Costa Rice Eco Adventure
Tuesday, January 21
6 p.m.
Online – FACEBOOK LIVE
Tune in to the SUAA Facebook page at 6 p.m. on January 21 to hear all about our Costa Rice Eco Adventure tour from Trafalgar, scheduled for November 2025. We’ll be streaming this info session LIVE so you’ll be able to ask questions in the comments in real time! Want to find out more about the trip before the session? Check out the full itinerary and details!
Travel Talks Info Session – Amtrak Train Tour & Fall Foliage Cruise
Thursday, January 23
5 p.m.
Online – FACEBOOK LIVE
Tune in to the SUAA Facebook page at 5 p.m. on January 23 to hear all about our Amtrak Train travel option scheduled for September 2025, and our Royal Caribbean Fall Foliage Cruise scheduled for October 2025, both by Destinations by Kimberly. We’ll be streaming this info session LIVE so you’ll be able to ask questions in the comments in real time! Want to find out more about the trip before the session? Check out the full itineraries and details – Amtrak Train Tour / Royal Caribbean Fall Foliage Cruise!
Professional Connections Day
Wednesday, February 5
Shepherd University Student Center
Professional Connections Day is a one-day, conference-style networking and personal/professional development event for Shepherd students to hear from alumni about their journeys and expertise. New this year, at midday we will host a business etiquette luncheon, and then cap off the day with a keynote speech by alumna Tiffany Lawrence ’04, with a closing reception.
The breakout sessions are only open to students to attend. The keynote speech and reception at the end of the day is open to the whole campus community.
STUDENT REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN THROUGH RAMPULSE!
Travel Talks Info Session – Treasures of Thailand
Tuesday, February 18
6 p.m.
Online – FACEBOOK LIVE
Tune in to the SUAA Facebook page at 6 p.m. on January 21 to hear all about our Costa Rice Eco Adventure tour from Trafalgar, scheduled for November 2025. We’ll be streaming this info session LIVE so you’ll be able to ask questions in the comments in real time! Want to find out more about the trip before the session? Check out the full itinerary and details!
3rd Annual Legacy Gala for Scholarship
Friday, February 28
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
War Memorial Building (102 E. German St. Shepherdstown, WV 25443)
Celebrate your time at Shepherd University and help support the future at the Third Annual Legacy Gala. Join your fellow alumni for an evening of music and fun while we raise money for the Shepherd Alumni Association Endowed Scholarship. Enjoy fine cuisine and beverages provided by Shepherd University Hospitality – Aramark Catering, while listening to enchanting melodies provided by Beauty and The B Flats, at Shepherd University student jazz ensemble. Exciting raffles, games, and activities will be available throughout the evening. Raffles and games are additional fundraising activities that will be CASH ONLY. Your ticket covers entry, refreshments, and entertainment for the evening.
$60 – Individual Ticket
$90 – Couple Ticket
Southwest Florida Regional Alumni Group Annual Mixer
Sunday, March 9 at 2 p.m.
Duffy’s Sports Grill
Estero, Florida
Join us in Florida for the annual Southwest Florida Regional Alumni Mixer! Organized by SW Florida Regional Ambassadors, Pam Link Wilmer ’69 and John Wilmer. RSVP by contact them at 304-671-3614.
SAVE THE DATE
Watch this page and the SUAA social media for more details and updates on these exciting spring semester events!
1965-1970 Alumni Reunion Mixer
Wednesday, June 25 at 2 p.m.
Potomac Ridge Brewing
Sharpsburg, Maryland
Emeritus Luncheon honoring the 50-year Class of 1975
This event, traditionally held during spring commencement week each year, has been moved to the fall 2025 semester.
Date – To Be Determined
A letter noting this change will be sent to the Class of 1975 during the spring 2025 semester with an official invitation to the event following in late-summer.
There’s so much more to do!
Are you interested in travel? Be a part of our Roaming Rams Travel Program! Check out all of the exciting adventures currently scheduled with our travel partners Collette or The Travel Corporation. You can also schedule your own excursions through TravelPerks!
CLICK HERE to see a full schedule of all University events, including lecture series, art exhibitions, music performances, and more!