5 Minute Play Festival
2025-04-05 21:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | Watson Fine Arts – Experimental Theatre, Norton, 02766, United States
Original five-minute plays—written, directed, and performed by Wheaton students—are showcased in our biannual festival.

The Wheaton College Dance Company Presents Under Pressure
2025-04-10 19:30, 2025-04-11 19:30, 2025-04-12 19:30 | Watson Fine Arts – Weber Theatre, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
The ensemble performs under the direction of Artistic Director Andrea Taylor.
Tickets: $15 general, $10 faculty/staff & seniors, $5 students. Purchase tickets here.

Celebrating Wheaton Women Virtual Panel
2025-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
We are pleased to invite you to a special virtual event celebrating the remarkable journeys of Wheaton College women. Our alumni panel will feature Chris Toro ’89, Min Jung Kim ’92 and Catherine Gilbert ’15 and be moderated by Katelyn Brewer ’07.
Join us as we delve into the experiences of these accomplished women and explore how Wheaton College has played a pivotal role in shaping their personal and professional trajectories. The panelists will share insights into their time at Wheaton, reflecting on what drew them to our institution, how their experiences influenced their paths and recalling vital moments that shaped their careers.
We hope you can join us for what promises to be an inspiring and insightful discussion.
*This will be a webinar event so only the panelists and moderator will be on the screen.
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Arneis Quartet World Premieres
2025-04-15 19:30 | Cole Memorial Chapel, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Join us for a performance by Arneis Quartet as they perform world premieres by Wheaton student composers written during the spring 2025 semester.

Entrepreneurship Summit 2025
2025-04-16 09:30 - 14:30 | Diana Davis Spencer Discovery Center, Norton, MA, 02766
Join us at Wheaton’s Second Annual Entrepreneurship Summit, which will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Discovery Center.
This is a dynamic, free, and open-to-everyone summit that aims to foster student entrepreneurship, collaboration, and skills development.
The Summit will include the following sessions and industries:

Art, Music, Media, Tourism & Social Impact Enterprises
Rethinking Healthcare, Biosciences & Engineering
Finance, Accounting, Computer Science & AI Technologies
Law, Real Estate, Education, Business & Community Development

Agenda:
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Registration & Breakfast
10:30 – 11:20 a.m.
Welcoming Remarks, Live Music & Keynote Speaker Address
Keynote speaker: Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion for the City of Boston, Segun Idowu
11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Session I: Art, Music, Media, Tourism & Social Impact Enterprises + Entertainment (Hindle Auditorium)
Session II: Healthcare, Biosciences & Engineering (Filene Center)
12:30 a.m. – 1:20 p.m.
Session III: Finance, Accounting, Computer Science & AI Technologies (Hindle Auditorium)
Session IV: Law, Real Estate, Education & Community Development (Filene Center)
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Lunch Bites & Networking (Hindle Auditorium Lobby)

Lauren Henderson Quartet presented by the Mary Bloor Loser ’42 Concert Series
2025-04-16 19:30 | Watson Fine Arts – Weber Theatre, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Wheaton welcomes back alumna Lauren Henderson, Class of 2009, to share the music that has been enchanting audiences across the world. “Through every lyric, she transmits connection and wonder; through every album, personal discovery…”. She’ll bring to us her multifaceted approach to music, as a bilingual songwriter, and a singer with familial roots across the Caribbean and Central America. “Washed with bright, bold harmonies and ruminative syncopation, her repertoire features tender ballads, swinging arrangements, flamenco dance patterns, Afro-Caribbean influences, and heartfelt storytelling”. Lauren’s passion for the music is clearly conveyed through her highly acclaimed performances.
Tickets: free for current students & employees, $10 alumni, $15 general admission. Available via the Watson Box Office.
Weber Theatre, Watson Fine Arts, 7:30 p.m.

Student Recitals
2025-04-17 17:00 | Mary Lyon Hall – Woolley Room, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Gifted student performers demonstrate mastery in voice, violin, cello, piano and other instruments.

Opening Reception: ephemera: Senior Art Exhibition
2025-04-17 17:00 - 19:30 | Watson Fine Arts – Beard and Weil Galleries, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
ephemera: Senior Art Exhibition 2025
April 17–May 17, 2025
Opening Reception Thursday, April 17 5–8pm
ephemera highlights the work of our graduating visual art majors: Quinn Antle, Isabel Cahill, Morgan Calverley, Nat Coughlin, Willow Covendecker, Avery Forman-Walsh, Lia Gatta, Rachel Pool, Philip Pope, Emily Redler, Rebekah Roth, Armani Santana, Nicholas Santana, and Jack Wehrle. The exhibition features painting, sculpture, printmaking, work on paper, textiles, photography, drawing, and a graphic novel. The exhibition runs April 17–May 17, 2024 (hours may vary May 10–17).
More information at bwgalleries.org

Opening Reception for Senior Design Capstone Posters 2025
2025-04-17 17:00 - 19:30 | Watson Fine Arts – Haas Concourse & Lobby, Norton, 02766, United States
Exhibit dates: April 17–May 17, 2025
The design capstone is a chance for senior design majors to apply their knowledge and skills to a topic and situation of their choice.
Posters show and explain what students investigated and why, steps they took to add depth to their understanding and how they responded with design concepts through sketches, diagrams, prototypes and mockups.
Design Capstone 2025 will feature work by: Alicia Chang, Sofia Collina, Lucia Flaumenhaft, Louise Groover, Colton LaBrecque, Bobbie Lester, Reka Moscarelli, Taly Nudelman, Rebekah Roth, Jill Ryan, Reese Staples, Hailey Tice, Alison Tremblay, Ahaan Verma, Samzok Wangdi and Pear Wongwatanawisut.

Day of Giving
2025-04-22 - 2025-04-23
One Day. One Community. Big Impact. On April 22, 2025, join us for Wheaton’s third annual Day of Giving—a 24-hour challenge to directly support student success and retain talented students facing financial barriers. Your contribution will ensure these bright students can continue their education at Wheaton. Unlock challenges and dollar-for-dollar matches, support students and make a lasting impact!
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Design Capstone 2025
2025-04-22 09:00, 2025-04-24 09:00, 2025-04-26 09:00, 2025-04-29 09:00, 2025-05-01 09:00 | Watson Fine Arts – Haas Concourse & Lobby, Norton, 02766, United States
The design capstone is a chance for senior design majors to apply their knowledge and skills to a topic and situation of their choice. Posters show and explain what students investigated and why, steps they took to add depth to their understanding and how they responded with design concepts through sketches, diagrams, prototypes and mockups.
It features work by: Alicia Chang, Sofia Collina, Lucia Flaumenhaft, Louise Groover, Colton LaBrecque, Bobbie Lester, Reka Moscarelli, Taly Nudelman, Rebekah Roth, Jill Ryan, Reese Staples, Hailey Tice, Alison Tremblay, Ahaan Verma, Samzok Wangdi and Pear Wongwatanawisut.
Please note: the capstone is on display and viewable when the Watson Fine Arts Building is open.

ephemera: Senior Art Exhibition 2025
2025-04-22 13:00, 2025-04-24 13:00, 2025-04-26 13:00, 2025-04-29 13:00, 2025-05-01 13:00 | Watson Fine Arts – Beard and Weil Galleries, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
ephemera highlights the work of our graduating visual art majors: Quinn Antle, Isabel Cahill, Morgan Calverley, Nat Coughlin, Willow Covendecker, Avery Forman-Walsh, Lia Gatta, Rachel Pool, Philip Pope, Emily Redler, Rebekah Roth, Armani Santana, Nicholas Santana, and Jack Wehrle. The exhibition features painting, sculpture, printmaking, work on paper, textiles, photography, drawing, and a graphic novel. The exhibition runs April 17–May 17.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., Thursdays 1:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Please note: gallery hours may very May 3-17th

2025 Senior Creative Writing Majors' Reading
2025-04-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Mary Lyon Hall – Woolley Room, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Seniors graduating with a degree in Creative Writing and Literature showcase original works of poetry, fiction and dramatic writing. The 2025 Senior Creative Writing Majors’ Reading features readings by: Quinn Antle, Sam Ferland, Emma Keamy, Gaby Reiser, Julia Thompson, Anson Wang, Emily Zielinski.

Becoming Katharine Graham with Director George Kunhardt '09
2025-04-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Watson Fine Arts – Weber Theatre, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Today, The Washington Post is a household name in journalism, but that wasn’t always the case. The documentary Becoming Katharine Graham examines Graham’s leadership and journey as owner and publisher of a nationally syndicated newspaper that set the standards for investigative journalism and underscored the importance of a free press. The film will be followed by a Q&A with the director George Kunhardt ’09.

Fauré Requiem: A Theatrical Choral Event
2025-04-29 19:00 | Cole Memorial Chapel, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Wheaton Chorale and Chamber Singers, in collaboration with Visiting Artist Dr. Patrick Chiu, present Fauré Requiem. In the realm of choral music, narratives unfold, each carrying a distinct message. As choral performers we explore, identify, and craft compelling stories within our concert programs, establishing a profound connection with the audience. Through a synthesis of musical, physical, and emotional expressions, a theatrical choral concert transcends conventional boundaries, inviting all participants to engage with the powerful force of relatability.

Student Recitals
2025-04-30 17:00 | Cole Memorial Chapel, Norton, MA, 02766, United States

Wheaton College Jazz Band
2025-04-30 20:00 | Watson Fine Arts – Weber Theatre, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
The band, under the direction of Diamond Centofanti, Assistant Professor in Music in Performance, performs a mix of American music ranging from jazz to rhythm and blues to rock.

2025 Honors Convocation
2025-05-01 17:00 | Cole Memorial Chapel, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Please join President Whelan, Provost Jonathan Millen, and Darnell Parker, Vice President of Student Affairs, at Honors Convocation on Thursday, May 1 at 5:00 p.m. in Cole Memorial Chapel. Honors Convocation is an annual celebration to acknowledge excellence in academic and intellectual pursuits.
Departmental and College awards will be presented to students who have distinguished themselves as scholars and academic citizens of Wheaton College. Jema Espinosa, Class of ’25 Chair, will present the Faculty Appreciation Award and Provost Jonathan Millen will announce the recipient of this year’s endowed honorary professorships.
The lineup for the procession begins promptly at 4:45 p.m. College Marshals Stephanie Daniels and Russell Williams will line up the Faculty (in regalia) in front of Knapton Hall and Seniors (in robes) in front of the Chapel. (Inclement weather: Faculty will line up in the lower level of the Chapel and Seniors will line up in Balfour-Hood). A campus BBQ will be held on the Dimple immediately following the ceremony (rain location is Emerson Dining Hall).
Honors Convocation is open to the public but seating is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. The recording of the ceremony and the official program will be available online shortly after the event.
Please direct any questions to the Office of the Provost at provost@wheatoncollege.edu. We hope you can join us for this special academic tradition!

Jay Goodman Political Series Part 3
2025-05-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Join Ted Nesi ’07 and the Alumni Relations office virtually as we sit down with Mary Anne Marsh ’79, for an insightful conversation about her work and thoughts 100 days after the election. A principal at Dewey Square Group, Marsh is a nationally recognized political analyst for BBC, WCVB-TV and Radio New Zealand.
This event is the third part of the Jay Goodman Political Series and an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
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Wheaton Steelband Concert
2025-05-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Kresge Experimental Theatre, Watson Fine Arts
Join us for an evening of Soca and Calypso music. Jason ‘Panman’ Roseman has been sharing his inherited expertise with us, bringing to the ensemble his distinctive arrangements and original compositions composed in the irrepressible styles of Trinidad and Tobago. You are invited to come and lime with the band, the music, and the extraordinarily brilliant and innovative instruments of Trinidad.
