Signature Events
Bryant is where tradition meets discovery. Our annual events offer plenty of opportunities for current Bulldogs, alumni, and family members to celebrate our vibrant community.
Convocation, Homecoming, Family and Friends Weekend, Festival of Lights, and Commencement are just a few events that invite you to explore connections, embrace new experiences, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Welcome Week
Welcome Week helps new Bulldogs connect with people, offices, and opportunities on campus while getting familiar with their surroundings before classes begin.
Opening Convocation
The Bryant community formally welcomes first-year students, transfer students, and new faculty members during the first week of classes.
Reunion@Homecoming
Come show your Bulldog spirit at Reunion@Homecoming, when Bryant alumni return to campus for a weekend of football, friends, and fun.
Family and Friends Weekend
Parents, families, and friends are formally welcomed to campus for a weekend of fun and games featuring music, entertainment, and events for all ages.
Festival of Lights
This beloved university celebration brings together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and their families to share different traditions during the holiday season.
Bryant IDEA
Every January, first-year students return early to campus for a 72-hour immersive experience to learn about design thinking and the innovation process.
Research and Engagement Day (REDay)
REDay celebrates creative thinking and discovery by featuring student and faculty research presentations, workshops, and poster sessions across campus.
Commencement
Bryant holds two commencement ceremonies where family, friends, and the university community come together to celebrate our graduates’ academic achievements.