Celebrating 175 Years
of Women's Leadership and Learning
Join us for a year of reflection, celebration, and community as we honor the legacy of Buffalo Seminary and look toward its vibrant future. It all begins now.
SAVE THE DATE!
The Celebration of a Lifetime
Mark your calendars for the single most ambitious and spectacular party in Buffalo Seminary's 175-year history!
June 6, 2026 | Buffalo, NY
For 175 years, Buffalo Seminary has been a beacon of empowerment, a home for bold thinkers, and the starting point for lifelong friendships.
This year, we honor that incredible legacy with our most ambitious celebration ever. Mark your calendars for the single most ambitious and spectacular party in Buffalo Seminary's 175-year history!
We are planning a high-energy, celebratory experience designed to welcome all members of the SEM community. This will be the marquee event of our anniversary celebration, and it won't be complete without you.
When: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Where: Larkin Field & Lincoln Parkway
Don't Miss Your Invitation!
We want to ensure that every member of our community, near and far, receives their formal invitation. To make sure we have your most up-to-date email and home address on file, please consider taking a moment to complete this form.
Formal invitations and registration details will be coming in early 2026. We look forward to celebrating this historic milestone with you!
A Year-Long Exhibit at The Buffalo History Museum
In a special partnership with The Buffalo History Museum, we are proud to present a year-long exhibit celebrating 175 years of Buffalo Seminary's impact on women's education and the history of Buffalo. Explore curated artifacts, historical photographs, and content researched and created by SEM alumnae.
A Year of Celebration
Reunion Dinner at the Buffalo History Museum
175th Anniversary Celebration at Larkin Field
175th Commencement
Support the Next 175 Years
Your generosity ensures that the legacy we celebrate today continues to empower young women for generations to come.
- The Hornet/Jacket Fund: Make a direct impact on today's students and faculty with a gift to our annual fund.
- Legacy Giving: Consider a planned gift to ensure SEM's vibrant future for another 175 years. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a lasting mark.
Follow the Celebration
Stay connected throughout the year. Follow us for event updates, behind-the-scenes content, and live coverage of our celebrations. Share your own memories and photos using our anniversary hashtag!
Hashtag: #SEMLegacy175
