126th
Founder's Day
Convocation Week
April 2023
Schedule of Events
9AM - 2PM
Public Health Expo (Blood Drive and Health Checks)
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
10AM
126th Founder’s Day Convocation with Dr. Otis Moss, III
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
Official University Address Change
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
Processional to Memorial Gardens and Dedication
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
Founder’s Day Reception
Wright/Potts Library
3PM
E.E. Wright Society of Women Tea and Documentary Viewing
Lawrence Memorial Auditorium, Massachusetts Hall
7PM - 9PM
BIG 1897 Spring Fest Kick-Off, Hosted by Mister and Miss Voorhees
The Grove
Noon - 2PM
Denim and White Brunch and Day Social, Hosted by SGA
(VU Students Only)
Dining Hall
4PM
Introduction to University E-Gaming World
E-Gaming Center
8PM
“For the Love of VU”
Concert Starring Travis Porter
Hosted by King Caddy, 101FM, The BIG DM w/ DJ Humble Dexxx,
100.1 The BEAT
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
3PM
Clash of the Classes Field Day, Hosted by SGA and ISA
The Grove
6PM
Presidential Scholarship Gala, Hosted by JoMarie Payton
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
9PM
Final Destination with Music by DJ Guice, Hosted by Pre-Alumni Council
(VU Students Only)
The Grove
9PM
Spring Fest Concert starring The Manhattans
Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
Student Spring Fest
Schedule of Events
7PM - 9PM
BIG 1897 Spring Fest Kick-Off
Hosted by: Mister & Miss Voorhees University
The Grove
The outdoor event will include music, trivia, snacks, games, prizes/giveaways, a 360 photo booth, and more!
Sponosred by: Student Government Association
12PM - 2PM
Denim & White Brunch & Day Social
Hosted by: The Student Government Association
Dining Hall
Join us for an early afternoon celebration dressed in your denim and white attire with a specialized brunch menu, music, trivia challenge, and more!
Sponosred by: Student Government Association
4PM
Introduction to the E-Gaming World
E-Gaming Center
Come out as we unveil our new campus E-Gaming center!
Sponsored by: Voorhees University
Doors Open 6PM / Showtime 8PM
“For the Love of VU” Concert Starring Travis Porter
Leonard E. Dawson Health & Human Resources Center
- FREE (Voorhees University students w/ valid school ID)
- $10.00 (College/University students w/ valid school ID)
- $20.00 (General Public)
Brought to you by Voorhees University and BEN HATED, LLC
3PM
Clash of the Classes Field Day
Hosted by: The Student Government Association & International Students Association
The Grove
Which class with snag the title and win it all? Come out and participate in our spring field day competition comprised of various games, activities, and challenges!
Sponsored by: The Student Government Association & International Students Association
9PM
The Final Destination Evening Social
Hosted by: The Pre-Alumni Council w/ DJ Guice
The Grove
FREE (Voorhees University students w/ valid school ID)
Sponsored by: The Pre-Alumni Council
Purchase Tickets
E.E. Wright Society of Women Tea and Documentary Viewing
- April 13, 2023 at 3PM
- Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
Presidential Scholarship Gala, Hosted by JoMarie Payton
- April 15, 2023 at 6PM
- Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center
Spring Fest Concert starring The Manhattans
- April 15, 2023 at 9PM
- Leonard E. Dawson Health and Human Resources Center