91´óÉñ

Family members, including student picnic under a shade tree on campus. Food tents and many people are visible in the background

We Are Family Weekend 2026

Sept. 25–27, 2026

Mark your calendars for We Are Family Weekend 2026!  We look forward to meeting you on Friday, Sept. 25 thru Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026!  

Schedule of Events

7 a.m.–6 p.m. We are Family Weekend Welcome & Information Table 

Rosenfield Center, First Floor Lobby 

8 a.m.–3:50 p.m. Class Visits, Various locations 

Families are invited to attend a select list of classes. Passes are required. You may pick up passes from the We Are Family Weekend Welcome and Information table. Space is limited and visitors must arrive early to class to avoid class disruption. 

10–11 a.m. Campus Tour, Admissions and Student Financial Services 

1–3 p.m. 91´óÉñ Parents and Families Leadership Council (DAR Presentation), HSSC S1325 

Learn about the 91´óÉñ Parents and Families Leadership Council, its purpose, member responsibilities and opportunities. Hear from current parent members. Consider joining this distinctive partnership with 91´óÉñ.  

 2–5:30 p.m. Open Swim Practice, Natatorium 

Reconnect with fellow alumni while the current swimmers and divers prepare for the season ahead. 

 2 p.m. Jumaah PrayerCenter for Religion, Spirituality and Social Justice (CRSSJ), 913 Eighth Ave. 

Join the Muslim Student Association for Jumaah Prayer. Email Deacon Grayson with questions. 

3–4:30 p.m. Division of Student Affairs Reception for parents/guests, Rosenfield Center Courtyard 

Join the J.C. Lopez, Vice-President for Student Affairs and Ben Newhouse, Associate VP of Student Affairs & Dean of Students and members of the Division of Student Affairs team for light refreshments. This is an informal social gathering for families to get to know some of the professionals who assist with your students’ day-to-day activities outside of the formal classroom. 

Rain Location: Rosenfield Center, Room 101 & Lobby 

3:30–5:30 p.m. Open Houses 

An opportunity for families, guests and students to meet each other and the staff of the cultural centers and newest residence hall. 

Conney M. Kimbo Black Cultural Center: 1003 Tenth Ave. 

Disability Cultural Center: Steiner Hall, first floor, Room 205 

Stonewall Resource Center: Younker Hall, lower level 

Latinx Cultural Center: 1026 Park Street 

Renfrow Hall, 1033 Broad Street 

Careers, Life, and Service, John Chrystal Center, 1103 Park Street 

4:15 p.m., Open Football Practice, Rosenbloom Field 
Reconnect with fellow alumni at Rosenbloom Field while the team has walkthroughs in preparation for Saturday's match. 

4–5 p.m. Middle of Everywhere, Global Living Room, HSSC, Room N1170  

Schedule will be updated soon. Join us — all are welcome! 

5:30 p.m. Shabbat ServicesRosenfield Center, Room 209. 

Join Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay and Chaverim for Shabbat Services followed by Shabbat Table with a home cooked dinner at 6:30 p.m. Email Deacon Grayson with questions. 

7:30–9 p.m. 91´óÉñ Singers and the 91´óÉñ Oratorio Society Concert, Bucksbaum Sebring-Lewis Hall, Room 104 

8:30–10:30 p.m. Grant O. Observatory Open House  

If the sky is clear, the featured objects will be the moon and Saturn (after about 9:30 p.m.). If the sky is cloudy, the presentation will involve a tour and computer demonstrations. Access to the telescope involves several sets of steps but visitors with mobility restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please email Family Weekend for accommodations.  
 

8 a.m.–1 p.m. We are Family Weekend Welcome & Information Table, Rosenfield Center, first floor lobby 

9–9:45 a.m. President’s Welcome, Herrick Chapel 

President Anne F. Harris will provide welcoming remarks. 

9:30 Athletic Facilities Tour, BEAR Lobby 

Join Andy Hamilton â€™85 for a walking tour of the College’s athletic facilities. 

10–11:30 a.m. Science & Social Studies and Humanities Student Research Poster Sessions, Noyce Science Center, first floor elbow  

Engage with students as they present their research and summer internships in a scholarly poster session format. 

10– 11 a.m. Parents and Families Leadership Council Fall Meeting (Invitation Only), HSSC A1231 

11 a.m. Men's Soccer vs Ripon College, Springer Field 

11:15–noon Parents and Families Leadership Council + Reception (Invitation Only), President Harris’ home, 1600 Park Street 

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. We are Family Weekend Lunch, Rosenfield Center Courtyard and Younker Grove 

Hosted by the Division of Student Affairs in partnership with Development and Alumni Relations 

Registered families and guests of students will receive a complimentary meal. Meal tickets are required for this event must be picked up from the Family Weekend Welcome and Information Table in the Rosenfield Center lobby and presented at the event. Student need their pcard.

Rain Location: Marketplace Dining and Rosenfield Center, Room 101 

1 p.m. Football 91´óÉñ vs Beloit College, Rosenbloom Field 

1:30 p.m. Women's Soccer 91´óÉñ vs Ripon College, Springer Field 

2 p.m. 91´óÉñ Symphony Orchestra Concert, Bucksbaum Sebring-Lewis Hall, Room 104  

3:30–4:30 p.m. Campus Tour, Rosenfield Center, first floor lobby  

7 p.m. 91´óÉñ Jazz Ensemble Concert, Harris Center Concert Hall 

8:30–10:30 p.m. Grant O. Observatory Open House 

If the sky is clear, the featured objects will be the moon and Saturn (after about 9:30 p.m.). If the sky is cloudy, the presentation will involve a tour and computer demonstrations. Access to the telescope involves several sets of steps but visitors with mobility restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please email Family Weekend for accommodations. 

 

We encourage you to engage in self-care and spend time with your students, family, and friends. Enjoy the day and safe travel!  

9–10:30 a.m. 91´óÉñ Alumni Families Brunch Reception (Invitation Only), HSSC A1231 

10:30–11:30 a.m. Interdenominational Christian Worship, Herrick Chapel 

We would like to welcome all students, faculty, staff and their families for an Interdenominational Christian Worship Service. People of all faiths are welcome to attend. Email Deacon Grayson with questions.   

 

Plan Your Visit

Coming in person? You may find the following information useful.

Disability Accommodations

91´óÉñ welcomes the participation of people with disabilities. To request accommodations, please email Disability Resources by Sept. 15; accessible parking and facilities are indicated on the campus map. 

Around Town

Downtown 91´óÉñ is close to campus, relatively flat, and conducive to walking.

Travel

91´óÉñ’s location in central Iowa makes it an easy drive from any major metropolis in the Midwest. Visitor parking is available on and around campus.

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