Charter Day 2023:
October 13-15, 2023
Charter Day, Bryn Athyn College’s homecoming weekend, is held every October during a weekend filled with events. It is a celebration of the signing of the Charter in 1877, which founded Bryn Athyn College and it's sister organization, The Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools.
Every year, traditional festivities include Bryn Athyn College alumni and friends reception events, Lions atheltic games, tours of various Bryn Athyn Historic District buildings, and a golf outing fundraiser for our Student Scholarship Fund.
The weekend begins with a visually-striking procession in which our students march from the Brickman Center to a worship service and address in Bryn Athyn Cathedral, led by the country flags of our International Student Organization.
BAC Highlight Events
| Friday October 13, 2023 (no classes) | |
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| 10:15 am From Brickman Colonnade to Bryn Athyn Cathedral |
Procession to Bryn Athyn Cathedral Traditional procession of students, faculty, and corporation. |
| 10:30am Bryn Athyn Cathedral |
Service and Address Given by Rev. Chris Barber |
| 12:00pm-4:00 College Center and Campus Green |
Community Field Day Bring the family and enjoy outdoor games & activities. Hosted by BAC Student Life. Refreshments available for purchase. |
| 2:00pm-3:00 Mitchell Performing Arts Center |
Updates from BAC and ANCSS Leadership The Rt. Rev. Peter M. Buss Jr. will provide a welcome before we hear brief updates from ANCSS and BAC President Rev. Eric Carswell. Light refreshments being served in the lobby. No reservations or tickets necessary. |
| 7:00pm College Center |
BAC Alumni Awards All are invited to the presentation of Bryn Athyn College Distinguished Alumni Award to the 2023 recipients. Reception to follow. |
| 8:00pm-10:00 College Center |
BAC Alumi Reception 21+ event, live music by Freya and the Daydreams, and refreshments, gather your classmates for BAC reunion photos at 9:00pm. Register online, tickets include 2 drink tickets. Additional drink tickets are available for purchase at event. |
| Saturday October 14, 2023 | |
| 10:00am Spaulding (Soccer) Field |
Alumni Soccer Game: BAC vs. ANCSS |
| 12:00pm General Nelson Field |
BAC Women's Soccer & Tailgate Wear your red and white BAC swag and come fill the hill to watch this championship team play! Refreshments will be sold or bring your own tailgate snacks. Proceeds will support BAC Athletics. |
| 1:00pm Asplundh Field House |
BAC Women's Volleyball Home Game |
| 2:00pm Asplundh Field House |
BAC Women's Volleyball Alumni Game Sign-up to play by emailing Amber Wood, amber.wood@brynthayn.edu |
| 7:00pm-10:00 Cairnwood Estate |
Drinks and Desserts in the District The buildings of the Bryn Athyn Historic District will be lit, and Cairnwood will host drinks and desserts under the stars. Visit by the firepit and fountains, listen to live music, or play yard games on the terrace. $38 per ticket, includes mini-dessert buffet, hummus and veggies, cheese buffet, and 2 drink tickets for beer, wine or coffee. Additional drink tickets available for purchase at the door. Indoor access to Cairnwood will be available. Tent available in the case of inclement weather. 21+ event. Register online. |
| 7:00pm-10:00 College Center |
Open Mic Night Hosted by BAC Student Life, for students and community members. Performers sign-up with Jackie Bein at jacqueline.bein@brynathyn.edu |
| Sunday October 15, 2023 | |
| 12:00pm-1:00 Brickman Dining Hall |
BAC Sunday Brunch with Leo the Lion $11 for adults, $5 for children 10 & under. Register online. |
View the full list of scheduled events with our sister insitution the Academy of the New Church Secondary Schools.