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Last update: Thursday, October 22, 2009 10:14 AM

Detailed Alumni Weekend Event Schedule

9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Emeriti Faculty Breakfast
The Alumni House
Cost: FREE

All Emeriti Faculty are invited to attend a special breakfast at The Alumni House. Guests will learn about the future plans for the facility and will have an opportunity to reconnect with alumni.

12:00 p.m.
Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences Tea
The Alumni House

Connect with classmates and gather at the MSASS event kicking off CWRU’s Alumni Reunion Weekend. You are invited to join MSASS Dean Cleve Gilmore for a light lunch and discussion at the beautiful University Alumni House on Juniper Road. Contact Pamela.carson@case.edu or call (216) 368-2281 for reservations.

5:30 p.m.
School of Medicine Alumni Board Reception
The Alumni House

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2009

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Alumni Registration

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
All-Alumni, Grand Classes Luncheon featuring University update by President Barbara R. Snyder
Adelbert Gym
Cost: Free for all Grand Classes (1959 and greater); $40.00 for all other guests

All alumni are encouraged to attend this special luncheon that will feature an update by President Barbara Snyder and the awarding of the Distinguished Alumni Award and Recent Alumni Award of the Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University. All graduates before and including the class of 1959 are invited as guests of Case Western Reserve University.

2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Campus Tour w/ Village at 115
Cost: FREE

Pick at the Entrance of The Alumni House
Ride Lolly the Trolley and learn about the future look of the Case Western Reserve campus featuring the Village at 115 and The Alumni House.

2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Alumni Association Board Meeting
The Alumni House

4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
College of Arts & Sciences Panel Discussion
Inamori Center, Crawford Buliding

Explore the breadth and depth of the research and scholarship that goes on in the College of Arts and Sciences. Join us for an engaging, educational panel discussion featuring faculty from various academic disciplines. *Registration Required

5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
College of Arts & Sciences Alumni Welcome Reception
Sages Café, Crawford Building

Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as Dean Cyrus Taylor and College of Arts and Sciences faculty welcome you back to campus. Mingle with fellow alumni and catch up on good times! *Registration Required

6:00 p.m.
Alumni Mystery Bus Tour
Various Locations
Cost: $60.00 per person

Join us for an exclusive tour of the best tastes of Cleveland on the Alumni Weekend Mystery Bus Tour. 25 alumni will join current students in a top-secret tour of some of the best culinary experiences the City of Cleveland has to offer. Tickets are extremely limited for this event, so register early and don't miss this exciting experience.

6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
LGBT Alumni Reunion Welcome Reception
The Alumni House
Cost: FREE

Join fellow LGBT alumni for a welcome reception at the Case Western Reserve University Alumni House. Newly renovated, and located in the heart of University Circle, a reception at The Alumni House will make you feel right at home again on campus.

7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
CWRU Blue & White Bash
Adelbert Gym
Cost: $15.00

All alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends are invited to join us for an exciting celebration that you won't soon forget! The CWRU Blue and White Bash combines music, dancing, amazing food, and 400 of your closest friends. Be sure to start thinking about your Blue and White attire, we promise it will be worth the effort!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2009

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Alumni Registration
The Alumni House

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Homecoming Parade

As the parade winds its way through campus, alumni and their families are welcome to join in the fun! Former athletes are encouraged to wear their letter sweaters and walk in the parade.

10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
LGBT Alumni Reunion Networking Brunch
The Alumni House
Cost: $14.00

Alumni of all ages and disciplines will gather at the lovely Alumni House to reconnect with old friends, make new connections and share memories about your CWRU college experience. This will also be a time to plan the next reunion. After the meeting, campus tours will be available for all guests.

11:00 a.m. - Noon
College of Arts & Sciences Brunch with Dean Cyrus Taylor
The Alumni House, Tent
Cost: FREE

Join Dean Cyrus Taylor, faculty members and fellow alumni for brunch. Learn about the exciting initiatives taking place at the College of Arts and Sciences. Stop in after the parade or on your way to the game! Registration is required for this event.

11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
All-campus Homecoming Tailgate
The Village at 115/Wade Commons
Cost: $15.00 (adults); FREE - children 12 and under

Be sure to be a part of this festive tailgate party right next to the Village at 115. Join current students, alumni, faculty, and staff for a buffet luncheon. Special appearances by the Case Western Reserve University cheerleaders and the Spartan mascot.

1:00 p.m.
Homecoming Football Game vs. Hiram College
The Village at 115

3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Flora Stone Mather Alumnae Tea
The Alumni House

Join your fellow Flora Stone Mather alumnae for a traditional, elegant afternoon Victorian tea. We will be honoring those class years ending in 4 and 9, however all Flora Stone Mather alumnae are invited to attend. Special recognition will be paid to the 50th reunion class during this event, and there will be an unveiling of the official portrait of Flora Stone Mather alumna, Patricia Baldwin Kilpatrick, FSM'49, GRS'51.

3:00 p.m.
CAA/CSE Oktoberfest
The Village at 115/Wade Commons
Celebrating in the true tradition of Oktoberfest, Case Western Reserve University's 2009 Alumni Weekend & Homecoming celebration will include authentic German music, dancing, singing
and the very best in German food and drink.

6:00 p.m.
Alumni Couples' Reception
Harcourt House
Cost: FREE

Celebrate your "Case" of true love at the 2009 Alumni Couples' reception hosted by President Barbara R. Snyder and her spouse, Michael. This is an invitation only event.

8:00 p.m.
Alumni Wine Dinner
The Alumni House
Cost: $40.00

Register early for this exclusive event - this event SOLD OUT in 2008. Educate your palate and network with fellow alumni and friends of Case Western Reserve. Join us for an entertaiining, educational culinary experience where participants learn about wines produced by vineyard operated by our alumni and the best food pairings for them. You will experience a wide array of flavors and discover new favorite wines.

9:00 p.m.
Homecoming Dance

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2009

1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Open House at The Alumni House
11310 Juniper Road

4:00 to 6:30 p.m.
4th Annual Stephanie Tubbs Jones GospelFest Celebration
John Hay High School
Cost: $10.00

Join us for the fourth annual Case Western Reserve University GospelFest. Enjoy the best of Cleveland's gospel music scene at this soulful, uplifting event.