Make and Take: Stamp Making
Student Events
Take a break in between classes and stop by the Digital Learning Lab (DLL) table to learn how to make a stamp for yourself or someone else. Learn about the technology that is available for you to use in the DLL, upcoming equipment trainings and workshops, and events for the semester! Grab a free sticker or keychain!
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Health Science and Human Performance Day
Admissions Events
Join us for the Health Sciences & Human Performance Visit Day at Catawba College! This immersive evening experience gives accepted students the opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, attend a class alongside current students, and connect with dedicated faculty who are passionate about your success. You’ll gain firsthand insight into our hands-on learning environment and supportive academic community. The evening concludes with dinner and the chance to experience Catawba spirit at a live athletic game. Discover what it’s like to learn, grow, and thrive as part of the Catawba College community.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Women's Basketball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Men's Basketball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Becky Nurse of Salem: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre Arts and Shuford School of Performing Arts present Becky Nurse of Salem Theatre Production on the following dates in Hedrick Little Theatre: - Feb. 13, 14, 20, 21 @ 7:30 p.m. - Feb. 15 @ 2:30 p.m.
A dark contemporary comedy follows Becky, a modern-day descendant of accused witch Rebecca Nurse in Salem. Becky, who works at the local witch museum, seems to be dogged by bad luck. Is it a curse from her past? Or her inability to navigate her present? Looking for love and redemption through spells, pills, and a bartender named Bob, Becky is a contemporary pilgrim for the Lock Her Up era. A play about the legacy of misogyny, witchcraft, and even Arthur Miller, Becky Nurse is a truth-teller for our times. ,
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Thursday, February 19, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Mardi Gras Concert
Performing Arts Events
A Night of Jazz, Flavor & New Orleans Vibes
Let the good times roll right here on campus! Join us for the Mardi Gras Jamboree — a night bursting with live music, energy, and Southern soul. Featuring the incredible Kanola Band, known for their high-energy blend of Jazz Fusion and Mardi Gras sound, along with a special student performance you won’t want to miss.
Expect the full New Orleans experience:- Jazz Fusion Meets Mardi Gras- Beads, Color, and Celebration- New Orleans–Style Snacks & Treats- Live Music + Electric Campus Vibes
Bring your friends, wear your best Mardi Gras colors, and get ready for a celebration that feels straight out of Bourbon Street.
- Hoke Hall (Music Building)- Thursday, February 20 | 7:00 PM- Free for Students
Mardi Gras Jamboree — the rhythm, the flavor, the festivity!
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Hoke Hall 201 Stage.
Becky Nurse of Salem: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre Arts and Shuford School of Performing Arts present Becky Nurse of Salem Theatre Production on the following dates in Hedrick Little Theatre: - Feb. 13, 14, 20, 21 @ 7:30 p.m. - Feb. 15 @ 2:30 p.m.
A dark contemporary comedy follows Becky, a modern-day descendant of accused witch Rebecca Nurse in Salem. Becky, who works at the local witch museum, seems to be dogged by bad luck. Is it a curse from her past? Or her inability to navigate her present? Looking for love and redemption through spells, pills, and a bartender named Bob, Becky is a contemporary pilgrim for the Lock Her Up era. A play about the legacy of misogyny, witchcraft, and even Arthur Miller, Becky Nurse is a truth-teller for our times. ,
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
The Ultimate Car Club's Car Show
Student Events
You're invited to the Ultimate Car Club's first car show as a club. The car show will take place on February 21st from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The car show will take place in front of the Chapel and in the faculty parking lot, with overflow parking will be in the Robertson College-Community Center parking lot. There will be music and food trucks located in front of the library. This event is open to the student body and the public.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Calendar Announcement.
Women's Basketball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Men's Basketball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Becky Nurse of Salem: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre Arts and Shuford School of Performing Arts present Becky Nurse of Salem Theatre Production on the following dates in Hedrick Little Theatre: - Feb. 13, 14, 20, 21 @ 7:30 p.m. - Feb. 15 @ 2:30 p.m.
A dark contemporary comedy follows Becky, a modern-day descendant of accused witch Rebecca Nurse in Salem. Becky, who works at the local witch museum, seems to be dogged by bad luck. Is it a curse from her past? Or her inability to navigate her present? Looking for love and redemption through spells, pills, and a bartender named Bob, Becky is a contemporary pilgrim for the Lock Her Up era. A play about the legacy of misogyny, witchcraft, and even Arthur Miller, Becky Nurse is a truth-teller for our times. ,
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre.
Hand to God: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry, in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason’s complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door, and – most especially – his mother are thrown into upheaval when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. Hand to God explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix/.
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Florence Busby Corriher Theatre 110.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Hand to God: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry, in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason’s complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door, and – most especially – his mother are thrown into upheaval when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. Hand to God explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix/.
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Florence Busby Corriher Theatre 110.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Catawba Swap
Student Events
Stop by throughout the week and browse our selection of gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories during our Catawba Swap - open all week!
As a way to encourage secondhand shopping and swapping, the semesterly Catawba Swap encourages circularity, reuse, and upcycling. So many of our clothes have lots of life left in them, they may just need another pair of eyes to see the potential.
Donations are accepted during the event, so please share your gently-used items and give them a chance for a second life!
Monday, February 23, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge, Cannon Stanback Plaza.
Sustainable Design Panel Discussion
Special Events
The Center for the Environment invites you to join us for a unique discussion on the future of the fashion industry. Hear from local designers on how they are using their passions and creativity to fight against the fast-fashion industry. Come ready to be inspired!
Join us for the conversation in Tom Smith Auditorium. Drinks and snacks provided.
Monday, February 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Catawba Swap
Student Events
Stop by throughout the week and browse our selection of gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories during our Catawba Swap - open all week!
As a way to encourage secondhand shopping and swapping, the semesterly Catawba Swap encourages circularity, reuse, and upcycling. So many of our clothes have lots of life left in them, they may just need another pair of eyes to see the potential.
Donations are accepted during the event, so please share your gently-used items and give them a chance for a second life!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Cannon Stanback Plaza.
Passport Fair
Student Events
The Department of International Studies is excited to host a Passport Fair where eligible students will have the opportunity to apply for a FREE U.S. passport, including on-site passport photo services at no cost! Whether you're planning to study abroad, join a travel program, or simply want to be ready for future international adventures, this is your chance to take the first step for free! RESERVE YOUR SPOT (Limited Walk-ups Available):
1. Scan QR code or sign-up online to reserve your spot, 2. Complete Passport Application - Do not sign it yet! 3. Bring all paperwork and documents 4. Show up to apply for your FREE passport, Contact Jessica Perry for more information!
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Link (website or registration): https://www.evite.com/signup-sheet/5181098781048832/?utm_campaign=send_sharable_link&utm_source=evitelink&utm_medium=sharable_invite.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Invasive Species EcoLunch
Special Events
Why are invasive species bad? Why are we promoting native plants across campus? Why does native biodiversity matter?
Come learn about the invasive species on Catawba's campus at this EcoLunch as part of National Invasive Species Awareness Week to find out the answers to these questions! Then join Dr. Carrie DeJaco in the removal of these tricky species. Free food for those who join!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Center for the Environment 216.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Black History Trivia
Student Events
Join us for Black History Trivia—fast facts, fun vibes, and prizes! Bring your friends and show off what you know!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Catawba Swap
Student Events
Stop by throughout the week and browse our selection of gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories during our Catawba Swap - open all week!
As a way to encourage secondhand shopping and swapping, the semesterly Catawba Swap encourages circularity, reuse, and upcycling. So many of our clothes have lots of life left in them, they may just need another pair of eyes to see the potential.
Donations are accepted during the event, so please share your gently-used items and give them a chance for a second life!
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge, Cannon Stanback Plaza.
Refabricate Film Screening
Special Events
"Refabricate" is a short experimental documentary about sustainable fashion innovation in & around the Raleigh/Durham area in North Carolina. The documentary explores the topics of circular economy and accessibility within sustainable fashion. Refabricate’s goal is to educate viewers about the unique research and work being done throughout North Carolina related to the slow fashion movement and sustainability. This experimental documentary will share the stories of researchers, entrepreneurs, and designers through collage style editing. Get immersed in this digital fashion magazine short film hybrid! , Free drinks and snacks provided!
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Catawba Swap
Student Events
Stop by throughout the week and browse our selection of gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories during our Catawba Swap - open all week!
As a way to encourage secondhand shopping and swapping, the semesterly Catawba Swap encourages circularity, reuse, and upcycling. So many of our clothes have lots of life left in them, they may just need another pair of eyes to see the potential.
Donations are accepted during the event, so please share your gently-used items and give them a chance for a second life!
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Cannon Stanback Plaza.
38th Annual Brady Author's Symposium
Special Events
The 38th Annual Brady Author Symposium will feature Wiley Cash, a New York Times bestselling novelist from North Carolina. He is the author of four novels, the first three of which are A Land More Kind Than Home, This Dark Road to Mercy, and The Last Ballad. This year's symposium is part of the College's 175th Anniversary in 2026. Agenda, - 11am: Symposium (Hedrick Little Theatre), - 12pm: Reception with Book Signing (Peeler Crystal Lounge), Tickets, - $30 General Admission, - Free for Catawba faculty, staff, and students, as well as Salisbury-Rowan High School students. Get Tickets.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/symposium.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 140, Peeler Crystal Lounge.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Catawba Swap
Student Events
Stop by throughout the week and browse our selection of gently-used clothes, shoes, and accessories during our Catawba Swap - open all week!
As a way to encourage secondhand shopping and swapping, the semesterly Catawba Swap encourages circularity, reuse, and upcycling. So many of our clothes have lots of life left in them, they may just need another pair of eyes to see the potential.
Donations are accepted during the event, so please share your gently-used items and give them a chance for a second life!
Friday, February 27, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Cannon Stanback Plaza.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Second Annual Sustainable Fashion Show
Special Events
Step into a celebration of creativity, circularity, and conscious design at Catawba College's Second Annual Sustainable Fashion Show on Saturday, February 28th at 7 p.m. in Hedrick Little Theatre. This vibrant runway event features all second-hand, upcycled, and original garments crafted or curated by Catawba students, faculty, and staff who are redefining what fashion can—and should—be.
From thrifted pieces thoughtfully re-styled to one-of-a-kind designs made from reclaimed materials, each look tells a story of innovation and environmental responsibility. This fashion show highlights the power of reusing and reimagining textiles, reducing waste, and embracing fashion as a tool for sustainability and circularity.
More than just a show, this event is a collective statement: that style and stewardship can walk hand in hand. Join us as we applaud creativity, celebrate our campus community talent, and inspire a future where fashion leaves a lighter and brighter footprint on our one planet.
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Link (website or registration): https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/ccindians/L2VtYmVkL2V2ZW50LzUyMA==.
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 140, Peeler Crystal Lounge.
Choral Concert: How Can I Keep from Singing?
Performing Arts Events
The Shuford School of Performing Arts at Catawba College presents the Catawba Singers in their first concert of the 2026 Spring Semester on Sunday, March 1st at 4 p.m.
The concert “How Can I Keep from Singing?” features dynamic music that uplifts and moves the spirit.
While Catawba’s beloved Omwake-Dearborn chapel is under renovations, the concert will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church in downtown Salisbury.
Catawba Singer’s 63 voices will be joined in several selections by the St. John’s Chancel Choir under the direction of Spence Robertson, St. John’s Pastor of Music Ministries.
Selections on the program include arrangements of Spirituals, Folk Songs, as well as time-tested and well-beloved choral pieces.
The choir will be accompanied by Piano, organ, brass, and various instruments, with assistance by music faculty and staff as well as students.
The Catawba Singers is under the direction of Dr. Phillip Burgess, Dean of the Shuford School of Performing Arts. The choir is…
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Off Campus.
Art & Soul
Student Events
A bi-weekly drop in space to relax, create, and connect. This is a casual, welcoming space to slow down, relax, and connect with others through creativity. Each session centers on themes of growth and renewal, with guided activities designed to support your well-being. This session will focus on creating strengths and support trees. All materials will be provided, and no art experience is required—just come as you are. Open to all students. Drop in anytime during the hour.
- Time: 11am - 12pm, - Dates: Feb. 17; March 3; March 17; March 31; April 14, - Hosted by: Rachel Scott, MA, LMFT with Counseling Services.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Cannon Center Wellness Loft.
Survival Kit & Tire Change Workshop
Student Events
Flat tire? No problem! Gear up for the road and learn survival essentials and tire-changing skills.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Men's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Tennis
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Johnson Tennis Center.
AC Trivia
Student Events
Trivia night is back! Join ACW Trivia to challenge your brain and battle your friends.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Wind Ensemble Concert Series
Performing Arts Events
In a time when we may all feel disconnected or fractured, the 2025–2026 Catawba College Wind Ensemble Concert Series, Finding Belongingness, offers a space to reconnect with ourselves, with each other, and with the world around us.
Featuring a mixture of contemporary and classic works for concert band, the series will explore many layers of what it means to belong. The series looks at how empathy and shared stories build connection, how personal growth and collective memory shape our sense of place, and how love and nature thread belonging into our everyday lives. Each concert presents a curated angle, inviting audiences to reflect, celebrate, and find belongingness through music.
Through Each Other’s Eyes (October 7, 2025)
Explore belongingness through the lens of shared experience. This opening concert journeys through emotion, culture, history, and myth; inviting us to create connection and empathy by seeing the world through each other's eyes.
Words to Live By (November 24, 2025)
Discover the…
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Men's Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, March 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Tennis
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Johnson Tennis Center.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, March 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Men's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Art & Soul
Student Events
A bi-weekly drop in space to relax, create, and connect. This is a casual, welcoming space to slow down, relax, and connect with others through creativity. Each session centers on themes of growth and renewal, with guided activities designed to support your well-being. This session will focus on creating strengths and support trees. All materials will be provided, and no art experience is required—just come as you are. Open to all students. Drop in anytime during the hour.
- Time: 11am - 12pm, - Dates: Feb. 17; March 3; March 17; March 31; April 14, - Hosted by: Rachel Scott, MA, LMFT with Counseling Services.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Cannon Center Wellness Loft.
St. Patty’s Fest
Student Events
Get your green on! Join us for St. Patty’s Fest with food, games, music, and festive fun!
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Health Science and Human Performance Day
Admissions Events
Join us for the Health Sciences & Human Performance Visit Day at Catawba College! This immersive evening experience gives accepted students the opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, attend a class alongside current students, and connect with dedicated faculty who are passionate about your success. You’ll gain firsthand insight into our hands-on learning environment and supportive academic community. The evening concludes with dinner and the chance to experience Catawba spirit at a live athletic game. Discover what it’s like to learn, grow, and thrive as part of the Catawba College community.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Men's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Beach Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Beach Volleyball Courts.
Beach Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Beach Volleyball Courts.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Karaoke Night
Student Events
Grab the mic and sing your heart out! Join us for a night of laughs, music, and unforgettable performances!
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Hot Onez Wing Challenge
Student Events
Bring the heat and feel the burn! Step into the Hot Onez Wing Challenge and battle your way through increasingly spicy wings to see how far you can go—and earn ultimate bragging rights!
Be one of the first ten to sign up.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Hand to God: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry, in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason’s complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door, and – most especially – his mother are thrown into upheaval when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. Hand to God explores the startlingly fragile nature of faith, morality, and the ties that bind us.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix/.
Friday, March 20, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Florence Busby Corriher Theatre 110.
Accepted Students Day
Admissions Events
Accepted students, don’t miss your opportunity to visit campus and get to know other accepted students like yourself! Check out all our visit options for accepted students below:
REGISTER FOR ACCEPTED STUDENT EVENTS.
Link (website or registration): https://admissions.catawba.edu/portal/yield_events.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
Robertson College-Community Center 140, Peeler Crystal Lounge.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Women's Golf
Athletic Events
Home game at Country Club of Salisbury.
Monday, March 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Off Campus.
Petting Zoo
Student Events
Get up close and cuddle! Join us at the Petting Zoo for a day of furry fun and adorable animals.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Cannon Abernethy Lawn.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Tennis
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Johnson Tennis Center.
Women's Golf
Athletic Events
Home game at Country Club of Salisbury.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Off Campus.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Men's Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Guest Speaker/Author: Jennifer Pharr Davis
Special Events
The Lilly Center will welcome Jennifer Pharr Davis, a speaker, author, hiker, and entrepreneur on March 25, 2026 in Tom Smith Auditorium on the Catawba College campus.
Davis is an award-winning author, small business owner, a wife and mother, an environmental activist, and National Geographic Adventurer of the Year.
Read more about Jennifer.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM.
Center for the Environment 302.
Special Olympics
Special Events
Special Olympics sporting event- track and field. Adults and high school people in Rowan County with physical and mental disabilities.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Catawba Career Fair
Student Events
The Catawba College Career Services is excited to host an upcoming Career Fair, bringing together over 40 employers from diverse industries to connect with our students. This event will feature organizations from a wide range of fields, including environmental, business, education, healthcare, non-profit, and more, offering valuable opportunities for networking, internships, and potential full-time careers. The Career Fair is designed to help students explore career paths, engage directly with recruiters, and learn what employers are looking for in future candidates. Whether students are seeking their first internship, preparing for graduation, or simply exploring options, this event will serve as a meaningful step in their professional development.
Link (website or registration): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BY6HJDV.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Outdoor Movie
Student Events
Grab your blanket and popcorn! Join us under the stars for a night of movies, friends, and fun!
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Cannon Abernethy Lawn, Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Beach Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, March 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beach Volleyball Courts.
Beach Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, March 27, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Beach Volleyball Courts.
Tennis
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 1:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Johnson Tennis Center.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Men's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Beach Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 4:40 PM – 7:40 PM.
Beach Volleyball Courts.
Art & Soul
Student Events
A bi-weekly drop in space to relax, create, and connect. This is a casual, welcoming space to slow down, relax, and connect with others through creativity. Each session centers on themes of growth and renewal, with guided activities designed to support your well-being. This session will focus on creating strengths and support trees. All materials will be provided, and no art experience is required—just come as you are. Open to all students. Drop in anytime during the hour.
- Time: 11am - 12pm, - Dates: Feb. 17; March 3; March 17; March 31; April 14, - Hosted by: Rachel Scott, MA, LMFT with Counseling Services.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Cannon Center Wellness Loft.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
2026 Spring Into Wellness Fair
Student Events
Join us for our 2026 Annual Spring Into Wellness Fair. Event details coming soon!
RAIN LOCATION: Goodman Arena.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Cannon Abernethy Lawn.
Tri-Alpha Induction
Special Events
The Tri-Alpha Induction Ceremony is a formal celebration recognizing students who have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership. During the ceremony, new members will be officially inducted into the Tri-Alpha Honor Society and presented with their academic cords, pins, and certificates. This meaningful occasion honors students’ achievements, perseverance, and commitment to scholarly success.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Tie-Dye Tote Decorating
Student Events
Get colorful and crafty! Join us to design your own unique tie-dye tote and show off your style.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge, Cannon Abernethy Lawn, Cannon Stanback Plaza.
Men's Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, April 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Tennis
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Johnson Tennis Center.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Tennis
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Johnson Tennis Center.
Eggstravaganza
Student Events
Hop on over for Eggstravaganza! Games, prizes, and egg-citing fun for everyone!
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Cannon Stanback Plaza.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Comedian
Student Events
Get ready to laugh out loud! Join us for a night of hilarious comedy and good vibes!
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Men's Volleyball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Abernethy Physical Education Center 229, Goodman Arena.
Wizard of Oz: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre and the Shuford School of Performing Arts presents Wizard of Oz in Keppel Auditorium on the following dates/times:
- April 10 @7:30 p.m. - April 11 @ 2:00 p.m. - April 11 @ 7:30 p.m. - April 12 @ 2:00 p.m.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Accepted Students Day
Admissions Events
Accepted students, don’t miss your opportunity to visit campus and get to know other accepted students like yourself! Check out all our visit options for accepted students below:
REGISTER FOR ACCEPTED STUDENT EVENTS.
Link (website or registration): https://admissions.catawba.edu/portal/yield_events.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 140, Peeler Crystal Lounge.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Wizard of Oz: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre and the Shuford School of Performing Arts presents Wizard of Oz in Keppel Auditorium on the following dates/times:
- April 10 @7:30 p.m. - April 11 @ 2:00 p.m. - April 11 @ 7:30 p.m. - April 12 @ 2:00 p.m.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Wizard of Oz: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre and the Shuford School of Performing Arts presents Wizard of Oz in Keppel Auditorium on the following dates/times:
- April 10 @7:30 p.m. - April 11 @ 2:00 p.m. - April 11 @ 7:30 p.m. - April 12 @ 2:00 p.m.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Wizard of Oz: Theatre Production
Performing Arts Events
Catawba College Theatre and the Shuford School of Performing Arts presents Wizard of Oz in Keppel Auditorium on the following dates/times:
- April 10 @7:30 p.m. - April 11 @ 2:00 p.m. - April 11 @ 7:30 p.m. - April 12 @ 2:00 p.m.
GET TICKETS.
Link (website or registration): https://catawba.edu/theatretix.
Sunday, April 12, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 103, Hedrick Little Theatre, Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Art & Soul
Student Events
A bi-weekly drop in space to relax, create, and connect. This is a casual, welcoming space to slow down, relax, and connect with others through creativity. Each session centers on themes of growth and renewal, with guided activities designed to support your well-being. This session will focus on creating strengths and support trees. All materials will be provided, and no art experience is required—just come as you are. Open to all students. Drop in anytime during the hour.
- Time: 11am - 12pm, - Dates: Feb. 17; March 3; March 17; March 31; April 14, - Hosted by: Rachel Scott, MA, LMFT with Counseling Services.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Cannon Center Wellness Loft.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Capture the Flag
Student Events
Team up and get ready to run! Join us for Capture the Flag—strategy, speed, and fun await!
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge.
Campaign Regional Event (New York, NY)
Alumni Events
Catawba College will host a Campaign Regional Event on April 14th at 6:30 p.m. at Steinway Hall (1133 6th Ave, New York, NY 10036). Join President David Nelson, Dean Phillip Burgess, EVP Monica Cowart, and Meg Dees for an exclusive evening where you'll discover the extraordinary reach of Catawba's impact. We invite you and a guest to experience how our community's good travels far beyond our campus. This special event will feature a special performance by Catawba students. Come discover Where Our Good Goes!
Kindly RSVP by Thursday, January 29 by calling 704.637.4394 or below:
RSVP NOW!
Link (website or registration): https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=040ab1e3-f83c-4b9e-9d47-0bca09e39e7b&envId=p-yQggd2hkp0yfZy0o_gnODg&zone=usa.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Off Campus.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Student Trip
Student Events
Adventure awaits! Join us on this student trip for fun, friends, and unforgettable experiences off campus!
Saturday, April 18, 2026.
Off Campus.
Women's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Men's Lacrosse
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Softball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Whitley Softball.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Glow-in-the-Dark Laser Tag
Student Events
Get ready to glow! Join us for Glow-in-the-Dark Laser Tag and show off your stealth skills in a night full of lights, fun, and friendly competition!
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Cannon Abernethy Lawn.
Catawba College Awards Convocation
Special Events
Catawba College will hold its annual Awards Convocation on Thursday, April 23 in Omwake-Dearborn Chapel. This annual ceremony honors students, faculty, and staff for achievement and service.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home game.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Field Day
Student Events
Get ready to play! Join us for Field Day full day of games, challenges, and friendly competition!
Friday, April 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Shuford Stadium.
Admissions Open House
Admissions Events
Experience a day at Catawba College! Explore campus, connect with students, chat with faculty and staff, and get the inside scoop on academics, student life, and the application process. Ready to see what makes Catawba unforgettable?
Link (website or registration): https://admissions.catawba.edu/portal/specality_programs.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Cannon Center 250 Leonard Lounge, Ketner Hall 1211 Tom Smith Auditorium.
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Baseball
Athletic Events
Home Game.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Newman Park (Athletics).
Spring Choral Concert
Performing Arts Events
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Wind Ensemble Concert Series
Performing Arts Events
In a time when we may all feel disconnected or fractured, the 2025–2026 Catawba College Wind Ensemble Concert Series, Finding Belongingness, offers a space to reconnect with ourselves, with each other, and with the world around us.
Featuring a mixture of contemporary and classic works for concert band, the series will explore many layers of what it means to belong. The series looks at how empathy and shared stories build connection, how personal growth and collective memory shape our sense of place, and how love and nature thread belonging into our everyday lives. Each concert presents a curated angle, inviting audiences to reflect, celebrate, and find belongingness through music.
Through Each Other’s Eyes (October 7, 2025)
Explore belongingness through the lens of shared experience. This opening concert journeys through emotion, culture, history, and myth; inviting us to create connection and empathy by seeing the world through each other's eyes.
Words to Live By (November 24, 2025)
Discover the…
Monday, April 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Student Worship Service
Special Events
Join us every Tuesday this semester at 11 a.m. in Hoke Hall 200 (The Venue) for Tuesday Chapel. Lunch will follow immediately in Cannon Student Lounge and the Hoke 2nd Floor hallway.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Hoke Hall 200 Rehearsal Hall.
Senior Investiture
Special Events
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Class of 2026 Senior Dinner
Special Events
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 140, Peeler Crystal Lounge.
Master Hooding Ceremony
Special Events
Friday, May 8, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Baccalaureate Service & Marshal's Walk
Special Events
Friday, May 8, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium, Robertson College-Community Center 140, Peeler Crystal Lounge.
Commencement
Special Events
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.
Commencement
Special Events
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Robertson College-Community Center 105, Keppel Auditorium.