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Family, Friends & Alumni Weekend 2025

Saturday, September 13 | 12–5 PM | Parking Lot 5 & Dana Hall Gymnasium

Join us for a luau-themed celebration with activities, contests, food, and fun for all ages! Whether you’re a student, parent, friend, or proud alum, there’s something for everyone.

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Schedule of Events

Kahoot! Trivia

• 12:30 PM
• 1:30 PM
• 2:30 PM

Limbo Contest

• 1:00 PM
• 3:00 PM

Hula Hoop Contest

• 1:50 PM
• 3:30 PM
• 4:00 PM

Greek Strolling | 2:00 – 2:30 PM

Movie: Lilo & Stitch | 6:30 PM | Kingston Theater

Fireworks at Dusk | SUNY Canton Water Tower

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All-Day Activities (12–5 PM)

• DIY Picture Frames
• Sand Art
• Lucky Bamboo
• Photo License Plates
• Photo Phone Wallets
• Selfie Station
• Hawaiian-themed desserts
• Mechanical Surfboard
• Tattoo Artist & Face Painting
• Informational Tables & Support by Campus Departments and Clubs/Organizations
• & more!

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Alumni Highlights

Family, Friends & Alumni Weekend is also a time to reconnect with classmates and celebrate milestone reunions. In addition to student and family activities, alumni are invited to:

• Join guided campus tours
• Celebrate milestone reunions for class years ending in 0 and 5

Milestone Reunions include the Classes of 2025, 2020, 2015, 2010, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1985, 1980, 1975, 1970, 1965, 1960, 1955, and 1950.

Register Now | Visit Reunion Website

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Volunteer Opportunity

Help us make this event a success! Volunteers receive a custom T-shirt.
Sign Up to Volunteer (You must have SUNY Canton login credentials to sign up)

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Athletics

Cheer on the Roos during Family, Friends & Alumni Weekend!

Friday, Sept. 12

Women’s Volleyball vs. VTSU Johnson
North Country Classic – Canton, NY
5:00 PM

Saturday, Sept. 13

Women’s Volleyball vs. Hilbert
North Country Classic – Canton, NY
11:00 AM

Women’s Soccer vs. Alfred State
Canton, NY
12:00 PM

Men’s & Women’s Club Hockey Learn to Skate
Terry Martin Ice Rink – Roos House
1:00–2:00 PM | Free Event | Skates Provided

Women’s Volleyball – Hilbert vs. Cobleskill
North Country Classic – Canton, NY
1:00 PM

Men’s Soccer vs. St. Lawrence
Canton, NY
3:00 PM

Women’s Volleyball vs. Cobleskill
North Country Classic – Canton, NY
3:00 PM

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Dining, Concessions & Campus Store Hours

Saturday, Sept 13 only

• Rendezvous will be open from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
• Campus Store will be open from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Joey’s Concessions will be available during the sporting events from 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Chaney Dining Hall will host a complimentary dinner from 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM, sponsored by the College Activities Board and the College Association.

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Lodging Options

On-campus housing is not available, but the North Country has plenty of options:

• Best Western University Inn
• Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Canton
• Holiday Inn Express Canton – Potsdam
• Hampton Inn Potsdam
• Potsdam Inn
• Scottish Inns Potsdam

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Mark your calendar, bring your family and friends, and let’s celebrate SUNY Canton together!

Note: Schedule subject to change.