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Friday, September 19
2:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Event Check-In
Upper Campus, Outside LaCava Center and Rauch
Welcome to Falcon Weekend! Pick up your access wristband, game tickets and swag.
3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Back to the Classroom
Smith Academic Technology Center, Second Floor, Room 218
Sit in on a mock class taught by MassCPA’s “Educator of the Year” Professor Lynn Wolf ’88, MBA ’00. Test your business and accounting knowledge and get a taste of current students’ classroom experience.
4:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Technology Open House
Smith Academic Technology Center, Virtual Reality Lab, CIS Sandbox, Trading Room
Experience the future firsthand as you dive into live demos and hands-on fun in the Virtual Reality Lab, Sandbox and Trading Room.
4:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Women’s Field Hockey Game
Lower Campus, Field Hockey/Lacrosse Field
4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Presidential Reception and Adamian Groundbreaking Celebration
A special event celebrating Bentley’s leadership donors — Great Benefactors and members of the Clocktower Society — and the commencement of construction of the Adamian Academic Center. By invitation only.
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Reception with Bentley Hillel
Student Center, Third Floor, Sacred Space
Join Bentley Hillel for a pre-Shabbat mixer to learn all about Jewish life on campus, hear about our affiliation with Hillel Council of New England, and bring in Shabbat together as a community with challah and wine. Light kosher appetizers will be served.
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Alumni Tour
LaCava Center, First Floor, Undergraduate Admission
Discover what’s new at Bentley! Reconnect with fellow alumni on a guided campus tour highlighting the latest updates and innovations.
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Falcon Family Dinner at the 921
Student Center, First Floor, 921 Dining Hall
Join your student for the quintessential campus experience.
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Taste of Bentley Marketplace
LaCava Center, Third Floor, Executive Dining Room
Experience the energy of entrepreneurship when you sample and purchase goods from local and alumni-owned businesses:
- Annika Cox ’96 of Annika Pure
- Robyn Daigle ’14 of Boards for Days
- Kiran Rana ’99, P’23, ’26 of Kiran’s Kookies
- Chris Tardif ’05 of Happy Products
- Felipe Ucros ’21 of Aquarossa Farms
- Casey White ’14 of Jaju Pierogi
You can place a special order ahead of Falcon Weekend or request a custom design by emailing info@kiranskookies.com. Orders must be submitted by September 15 and will be available for pickup at the marketplace.
7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Reunion Celebration
Lifted Rooftop Restaurant and Bar, The Omni Hotel, Boston Seaport
Reconnect, reminisce and raise a glass with fellow Falcons in the heart of Boston’s vibrant Seaport District. Celebrate your milestone reunion with a stunning open-air, poolside rooftop bar featuring city views, handcrafted cocktails and a curated menu of delicious bites. Your registration includes two drink tickets and heavy appetizers.
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Falcon Frenzy
The Greenspace
Fun for the whole family! Games and attractions, giveaways, late night bites and more!
Saturday, September 20
8:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Upper Campus Check-In
Outside LaCava Center and Rauch
Welcome to Falcon Weekend! Pick up your access wristband, game tickets and swag. For arrivals after 11:30 a.m., please check-in at our lower campus Event Headquarters outside Tailgate Village.
8:30 to 10:00 a.m.
Alumni and Family Breakfast
LaCava Center, Third Floor, Executive Dining Room
Fuel up for the day ahead with a breakfast buffet.
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
State of the University
Lindsay Hall, Koumantzelis Auditorium
Hear about Bentley’s bright future, the student experience and the exciting updates on the university’s cutting-edge initiatives in technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Reunion Jazz Brunch
LaCava Tent
Keep the celebration going with a boozy Jazz Brunch featuring a deluxe buffet and your favorite brunch cocktails — with a side of smooth tunes and good vibes! Your registration includes a gourmet brunch buffet and one drink ticket.
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Orientation Team and SP&E Student Employee Reunion
Student Center, First Floor, Harry’s Pub
11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Lower Campus Check-In
In front of the Dana Center
Welcome to Falcon Weekend! Stop by to check in and pick up a schedule of events, game tickets, area maps, giveaways and more. For arrivals before 11:30 a.m., please head to our Upper Campus Check-In between the LaCava Center and Rauch.
12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Men’s Soccer Game vs. New Haven
Lower Campus, Soccer Field
11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tailgate Village
Lower Campus, Field Hockey/Lacrosse Field
Get hyped for the Homecoming Football Game and show off your Bentley pride at Tailgate Village! This ultimate pre-game party will feature food, fun and Falcon spirit!
- A beer garden, including special sections for Athletics and Reunion
- Food trucks and carnival-style concessions
- Department Booth Fair
- Kids’ fun zone and live entertainment
- Live performances from Bentley student performing arts groups
- The MCC Block Party
Registration includes lunch at Food Truck Alley and concessions. A cash bar will be available in the beer garden.
3:00 to 5:30 p.m.
Homecoming Football Game
Lower Campus, Football Field
6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Class of 2020 Reunion Reception
Margaritas, Waltham
Class of 2020, wrap up the day with your own fiesta! Head to local favorite Margaritas to swap stories, share laughs and enjoy tasty appetizers. Your registration includes appetizers and one drink ticket.
Sunday, September 21
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Catholic Mass
LaCava Center, Third Floor, Room 325 ABC
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Bingo Brunch
LaCava Center, Third Floor, Executive Dining Room
Mix, mingle and maybe win big! Say goodbye to the weekend with a bingo card in one hand and a plate full of brunch favorites in the other.
Contact Us
For questions about Falcon Weekend, get in touch with the Office of Alumni and Family Engagement at alumni@bentley.edu or 781-891-2025.