2008 Alumni Weekend and Homecoming Calendar
*Schedule is subject to change. Check back often for updates!*
Last update:
Monday, June 30, 2008 12:21 PM
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LOCATION |
| Thursday, October 2, 2008 |
| 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
Emeriti Faculty Breakfast |
The Alumni House |
| 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences Tea |
The Alumni House |
| 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. |
School of Medicine Alumni Board Reception |
The Alumni House |
| 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. |
School of Law Donor Recognition Reception |
The Alumni House |
| Friday, October 3, 2008 |
| 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Alumni Registration |
The Alumni House |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
All-Alumni Luncheon featuring University update by President Barbara Snyder |
TBD |
| 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. |
Community Hour Public Lecture - Joint Music Program Composer's Showcase |
Amasa Stone Chapel |
| 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. |
Campus Tour w/ Village at 115 |
Lolly the Trolley |
| 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Alumni Association Board Meeting |
The Alumni House |
| 3:00 p.m. |
College of Arts & Sciences: Book Talk and Signing with Professor Karen Beckwith |
TBD |
| 5:00 p.m. |
House Party at the HOB |
House of Blues |
| 5:00 p.m. |
African-American Alumni Reunion Welcome Reception |
The Alumni House |
| Saturday, October 4, 2008 |
| 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Alumni Registration |
The Alumni House |
| 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. |
College of Arts and Sciences Breakfast w/Dean Taylor |
The Alumni House |
| 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
African-American Alumni Reunion Networking Brunch |
The Alumni House |
| 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. |
Homecoming Parade |
Near Village at 115 |
| 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
All-campus Homecoming Tailgate |
Tent near 115 |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Homecoming Football Game |
Athletic Stadium |
| 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
Flora Stone Mather Alumnae Tea with Campus Tour (tour begins at 3:30 p.m.) |
The Alumni House |
| 3:00 p.m. |
Alumni Travel Reception |
TBD |
| 6:00 p.m. |
African-American Alumni Reunion Dinner Dance |
InterContinental |
| 6:00 p.m. |
Alumni Couples' Reception |
Harcourt House |
| 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. |
College of Arts & Sciences Eldred Theater Reception |
SAGES Café, Crawford Hall, 1st Floor |
| 6:30 p.m. |
Alumni House Donor Recognition Reception |
The Alumni House |
| 8:00 p.m. |
Alumni Wine & Food Pairing |
The Alumni House |
| 9:00 p.m. |
Homecoming Dance |
Thwing Center |
| Sunday, October 5, 2008 |
| 9:00 a.m. |
African-American Alumni Reunion Inspirational Breakfast |
InterContinental |
| 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
Interdenominational Religious/Memorial Service |
The Alumni House |
| 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Open House |
The Alumni House |
| 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
3rd Annual GospelFest |
Cleveland Museum of Natural History |
Detailed Alumni Weekend Event Schedule
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Emeriti Faculty Breakfast
The Alumni House
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.
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences Tea
The Alumni House
4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
School of Medicine Alumni Board Reception
The Alumni House
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
School of Law Donor Recognition Reception
The Alumni House
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2008
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 Snyder
Location To Be Announced
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 of the Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University.
All graduates before and including the class of 1985 are invited as guests of Case Western Reserve University.
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Community Hour Public Lecture - Joint Music Program Composer's Showcase
Amasa Stone Chapel
Alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends of the university are invited to join us for a special public lecture featuring a composer showcase of the CWRU/CIM Joint Music Program.
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Campus Tour w/ Village at 115
Pick at the Entrace 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
3:00 p.m.
College of Arts & Sciences Book Talk and Signing with Professor Karen Beckwith
Location To Be Determined
Don't miss the chance to meet Dr. Karen Beckwith, Flora Stone Mather Professor of Political Sciences and co-author of the recently published Political Women and American Democracy. Dr. Beckwith will meet with all alumni to highlight the book's discussion of the role and influence of women in politics - a hot topic in this year's presidential election. Signed copies of Political Women and American Democracy will be available as well. Registration is required for this event.
5:00 p.m. - Midnight
House Party at the House Of Blues
House of Blues
All alumni, students, and friends are invited to join us at the world-renowned House of Blues for an exciting alumni weekend celebration that you won't forget! All alumni are invited to enjoy a hearty, southern-style reception as you network with the Case community in downtown Cleveland. Ticket price includes free admission to the House of Blues, free hors d'oeuvres, and two drink tickets
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
African-American Alumni Reunion Welcome Reception
The Alumni House
Join fellow African-American 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.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Alumni Registration
The Alumni House
9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
College of Arts & Sciences Breakfast with Dean Cyrus Taylor
The Alumni House
Cyrus Taylor, dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, invites alumni to have breakfast with fellow classmates as well as catch up on highlights of the College. Registration is required for this event.
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
African-American Alumni Reunion Networking Brunch
The Alumni House
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.
10:30 - 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.
11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
All-campus Homecoming Tailgate
The Village at 115/Wade Commons
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
The Village at 115
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Flora Stone Mather Alumnae Tea with Campus Tour (tour begins at 3:30 p.m.)
The Alumni House
Join us for a traditional, elegant afternoon Victorian tea, sponsored by the Alumni Association of Case Western Reserve University and the College of Arts & Sciences. We will be honoring those class years ending in 3 and 8, however all Mather alumnae are invited to attend. Special recognition will be paid to the 50th reunion class during this event.
3:00 p.m.
Alumni Travel Reception
TBD
Join us as we unveil the 2009 alumni travel program and share the travel experiences of fellow alumni at this lively, engaging reception. Meet tour operators, faculty hosts, and learn more about the exciting 2009 travel schedule.
6:00 p.m. - Midnight
African-American Alumni Legacy Dinner Dance
InterContinental Hotel
Don’t miss the chance to celebrate the 2008 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend with your fellow alumni at the Alumni Dinner/Dance. Hosted at the beautiful Intercontinental Hotel the evening will be filled with great food, music, and best of all, companions!
6:00 p.m.
Alumni Couples' Reception
Harcourt House
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.
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
College of Arts & Sciences Eldred Theater Reception
SAGES Café, Crawford Hall, 1st Floor
This year's production The Firebugs will begin at 8:00 p.m., but take some time to mingle with fellow classmates and enjoy hearty hors d'oeuvres and refreshments before the show. Registration is required for this event.
6:30 p.m.
Alumni House Donor Recognition Reception
The Alumni House
8:00 p.m.
Alumni Wine & Food Pairing
The Alumni House
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 5, 2008
9:00 a.m.
African-American Alumni Reunion Inspirational Breakfast
InterContinental Hotel
The Sunday morning prayer breakfast will complete the weekend’s festivities by providing alumni a chance to reflect on the success of the reunion weekend. All alumni are encouraged to come together to break bread and rejoice in fellowship.
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Interdenominational Religious/Memorial Service
The Alumni House
Join us at the Alumni House l for an interdenominational religious service. All alumni and the campus community are invited.
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Open House at The Alumni House
11310 Juniper Road
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
3rd Annual GospelFest
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Join us for the third annual Case Western Reserve University GospelFest. Enjoy a selection of light hors d'oeuvres and hear the best of Cleveland's gospel music scene at this soulful, uplifting event.
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