Alumni Weekend 101

REGISTRATION

Alumni Weekend Welcome Desk
Alumni House, Juniper Avenue (next to Arabica)
Friday, October 5:  9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 6:  9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Upon arriving on campus, pick up your Alumni Weekend and Homecoming pass at the registration table in The Alumni House. Please keep your pass with you at all times. There is a $20.00 replacement charge for lost passes.

Where to Park

Alumni Weekend and Homecoming guests that have registered to participate in the weekend's events can park free on Friday and Saturday in the Campus Center underground parking garage. It is located underneath Severance Hall; the entrance is on East Boulevard, off Euclid Avenue.

Parking will also be available in the Veale Center parking garage (Lot 53) at the top of Adelbert Road. Please refer to the campus map or the parking lot map for the exact location of all parking lots.

Getting Around Campus

Getting around campus is easy. University Circle’s free CircleLink shuttles run every fifteen minutes from 6:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Want to see the entire campus? Just hop aboard!

Please refer to Transportation and Event Shuttles for a schedule of Alumni Weekend event transportation.

What to Wear

Cleveland’s weather in October can be a bit unpredictable, so be sure to pack sweaters and rain gear, and don’t forget to bring along some comfortable walking shoes. Business casual attire is appropriate for most Alumni Weekend events.

Where to Stay

For more information about the hotels listed below, or to make a reservation, please call the hotels directly. For a complete list of local accommodations, visit travelcleveland.com.

Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center

127 Public Square
(216) 696-9200
www.marriott.com

Glidden House

1901 Ford Drive (next to campus)
(216) 231-8900 or (800) 759-8358
www.gliddenhouse.com
Notice: All Glidden House Suites are currently Reserved
Waiting Lists are Available for Guests

Inter-Continental Hotel

8800 Euclid Avenue (five minutes east of campus)
(216) 707-4300 or (800) 223-2273
www.cleveland.interconti.com

Renaissance Cleveland Hotel

24 Public Square (downtown)
(216) 696-5600 or (800) 468-3571
www.renaissancehotels.com

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm not in a reunion class. Can I still attend the weekend?

Of course. Alumni from all classes and all schools are encouraged to participate in Alumni Weekend.

How should I dress?

Alumni Weekend is a casual affair. Business attire is appropriate for dinner and receptions and the Saturday evening events are fun, festive attire.

Where can I get Case Western Reserve University memorabilia and merchandise?

The University Book Store is located in the Thwing Center and will be open during the weekend from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Friday and from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.

What if I need to cancel my registration?

Please make all cancellation requests prior to September 30, 2006 for a full refund minus the registration fee. Refunds will be processed after Alumni Weekend. Please contact us at 800.866.6280.

How can I find a listing of transportation and event shuttles to Alumni Weekend events?

A schedule of Alumni Weekend event transportation can be found under Transportation and Event Shuttles.

How can I download a copy of the full Alumni Weekend Schedule of Events ?

A copy of the full event schedule for Alumni Weekend, along with reservation forms and maps can be found under Downloads.

Who should I contact if I have special dietary needs?

Please contact the Office of University Alumni Relations at 800.866.6280 or alumniweekend@case.edu regarding any special dietary needs.