Owls Fest

Owls Fest 2025 Schedule of Events

Friday, October 3

10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Owls Fest Registration

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Academic Classes to Visit
Complete list will be available at registration.

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m

Family Portraits
Photos are first come, first serve.

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

A Taste of Bryn Mawr Scholarship: Explore Experiential and Academic Endeavors
Engage with faculty and students in different subject areas.

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m	Summer Science Research Poster Session
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.	Focus on the Natural Sciences
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.	Focus on the Humanities
12:30 p.m.- 1:00 p.m.	Curators tour of Say it! Poster Design and Graphic Messages
1:00 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.	Curators tour of Changing Clothes
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m	Focus on the Social Sciences
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.	Data Art: Community-made Visualization

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Makerspace Open House

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Campus Tour: Architecture of the College
Students from the Growth and Structure of Cities program will highlight the most architecturally and historically significant buildings on campus and will detail the evolution of spaces since the founding of the College.

12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Lunch on your own

2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Faculty Talks Session A
In this session, you have an opportunity to hear from two of our faculty, presenting for 15-20 minutes each, with ample time for questions and answers.

2:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Don't Forget to Remember (Me) monument: ARCH Project Research Reflections and Self-Guided Tour
View and learn more about the ARCH Project monument in the Cloisters. This session will be led by Annalise Ashman '24, MA '25.

3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Campus Tour: Campus Landscape
Enjoy a walking tour of campus and learn about the influence of Frederick Law Olmsted and others had on the development of campus landscape.

3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

The First-Year Experience
Join Associate Dean Mary Beth Horvath, current students and others as they talk about experiences of and resources for first-year students.

3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Faculty Talks Session B
In this session, you have an opportunity to hear from two of our faculty, presenting for 15-20 minutes each, with ample time for questions and answers.

4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Welcome Reception

5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Shabbat Service and Reception
Join us for Shabbat in the Student Life and Wellness Building. Kosher food will be available. Space is limited, advance registration is required.

5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Dinner in the Dining Halls
Join students for dinner in Erdman or New Dorm Dining Hall, compliments of Dining Services and Alumnae/i Relations and Development. The meal is free; however, tickets are required.

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Shakespeare Performance Troupe
Enjoy a revue of Shakespeare scenes acted and directed by SPT's members!

8:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Movie Mania

Saturday, October 4

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Owls Fest Registration and Coffee

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Academic Explorations Beyond the First Year
Exploring all academic interests is optimal and an intentional experience at a liberal arts college. Join Assistant Deans of the College for a conversation about the academic journey after the first year at Bryn Mawr.

10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Global Learning at Bryn Mawr
At Bryn Mawr, global learning extends through curricular, experiential, and community engagement. This session will highlight signature opportunities and partnerships available, including stories from students.

10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Faculty Talks Session C
In this session, you have an opportunity to hear from two of our faculty, presenting for 15-20 minutes each, with ample time for questions and answers.

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Bryn Mawr Tennis vs. Arcadia College

10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Family Portraits
Photos are first come, first serve.

11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Campus Planning Update with President Cadge and Jessica Vitali, Campus Architect and Assistant Director, Facilities

12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Stories that Connect: A LGBTQIA+ social gathering and book share
Join the LGBTQIA+ community as well as members from the DARE-I (Diversity, Anti-Racism, Equity and Inclusion) alumnae/i group for a social gathering and an opportunity to learn more about this year's reading selection.

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Lunch
Join lunch in Erdman Dining Hall. The meal is free; however, tickets are required.

1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Faculty Excursions
South Philly Walking tour with Jeffrey A. Cohen, Term Professor in Growth and Structures of Cities

Chinatown Walking Tour with Gary McDonogh, Helen Hermann Chair and Professor of Growth and Structures of Cities

Please note, these excursions are open to families and friends of current students.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Celebrating GSSWSR Scholarship: PhD Candidate Research Presentations

1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.

McBrides Alumnae/i Social Gathering

2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Bryn Mawr Field Hockey vs. Dickinson College

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

"Fall" into Fun on Merion Green
Come one, come all! Enjoy bounce houses, face painting, snacks and enjoy the opportunity to meet representatives from different student groups on campus.

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Campus Tour: Black at Bryn Mawr
Student guides on this walking tour bring to light the previously hidden stories and experiences of African-American students, staff and faculty of the College.

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Campus Tour: Traditions at Bryn Mawr College
Our Traditions Mistresses will show you the spaces and places on campus used for the major traditions of the College.

3:30 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Tapestry Alumnae/i of Color Tea
Join fellow self-identifying BIPOC alumnae/i for a celebration of culture and identity.

4:30 p.m.

Presentation of 2025-2026 Alumnae Association Awards

5:30 p.m.

Dinner on your own

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Student Ensembles Concert

9:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Desserts in the Cloisters
Experience the ARCH Monument at night and enjoy dessert.