About this Event
Friar Reception - Saturday, November 14, 2026
Who: Friar Society members and guests. Each Friar, awardee, and initiate may invite a guest. An RSVP is required for every person attending.
Where: The Cactus Cafe & Bar (The University Union) - 2308 Whitis Avenue, Austin, TX 78712
Time: Saturday Late Morning or Afternoon -- Before kickoff (UT Austin vs LSU Time TBD)
Parking: - Parking at the UT Coop Garage or San Antonio Garage, 2214 San Antonio Street, Austin, TX 78705.
Cost: There is no charge for this event. Donations to the C.A. Schutze Endowment are highly encouraged and appreciated. Funds will be used to sponsor Friar Society reunion events in the future.
What: The Fall Event formally honors and recognizes The Friar Society’s newest initiate class. Refreshments and appetizers will be served.
Dress: Business Casual
An RSVP is required.
Friar Breakfast - Sunday, November 15, 2026
Who: Friar Society members only
Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm CST
Where: The Etter-Harbin Alumni Center, 2110 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin, TX 78712), LEGENDS ROOM
Cost: $50 per person, reduced to $25 for recent Friar Graduates (2021 and after)
Parking - Parking at the San Jacinto garage, 2401 San Jacinto Boulevard or first come, first served under the Alumni Center (~35 spots available).
Sponsorship of active members and new initiates as well as donations to the C.A. Schutze are highly encouraged and appreciated. Funds will be used to sponsor Friar Society reunion events in the future.
What: The Friar Breakfast is for Friars only and will begin with the traditional initiation ceremony. New initiates will officially become Friars and will offer remarks to alumni for discussion and comment. A breakfast buffet will be served. For those Friars unable to attend, remarks to the cloister may be shared by emailing [email protected].
Dress: Business professional
This event is for Friars only. Cost to sponsor a student Friar or initiate is $50.
An RSPV is required.
Event venue & nearby stays
The University of Texas at Austin, Guadalupe St & W 24th St, Austin, United States
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