October 17, 18, 19, 2008
Tentative Schedule of Activities
This schedule is a work in progress and subject to change. Please check back regularly to see updates.
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9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Homecoming Registration and Official Welcome Center
Alumni Office, Administration Building, Room 217
If you arrive on campus on Friday, feel free to stop by and pick up your copy of the final schedule of events and any meal tickets you have purchased.
University Bookstore Open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admissions Office Information Sessions and Campus Tours
10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Academic A
Undergraduate Admissions will offer two information sessions followed by a campus tour. Each session/tour will take about 2 1/2 hours. Alumni are encouraged to register online in advance. Visit the University website and link to the "Future Students" page. Click on "Visit" then “Campus Tour.” Simply click on the date you are interested in, and you will be asked a few registration questions. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when the process is complete.
2:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Alumnae Entrepreneurship Panel and Reception
Anderson Center Reception Room
Bruce Freeman '73, nationally known as the Small Business Professor, is a syndicated small business columnist for Scripps Howard News Service. An entrepreneur, he is the president of ProLine Communications, a successful marketing and public relations firm. He serves as an adjunct professor of marketing and entrepreneurship at Kean and Seton Hall Universities. He will be talking about his new book Birthing the Elephant…The Woman's Go-for-it Guide to Overcoming the Big Challenges of Launching a Business. Freeman will open the session, introducing the topic and talking about his book. He will introduce alumnae entrepreneurs, who will talk about their real-life situations, challenges and successes.
3 - 4 p.m.
Grey’s Anatomy vs. Reality - Why Become a Doctor?
Location TBD
Alumni physicians will discuss why they chose a career in medicine, what the future holds for new doctors and how to prepare for medical school and beyond. Panelists include Dr. Thomas Brown ’61, retired anesthesiologist and program director – Harpur Physician Alumni Summer Mentors; Dr. Andrew Seidman ’81, clinical oncologist, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Clinic; and Dr. Keith LaScalea ’94, internal medicine, Weill Cornell Medical Associates.
3:30 - 5 p.m.
Economics Programming
Location TBD
3:30 - 5 p.m.
Philosophy After Philosophy
University Union Room 325
How is Philosophy still with you? A discussion with Philosophy alumni about what incites creative imagination and curiosity - the role of Philosophy in our lives.
5 - 8 p.m.
Alumni Art Show and Alumni Association Recognition Awards Presentation
University Art Museum, Fine Arts Building
The presentation of the 2008 Alumni Association Recognition Awards will take place at 5:30 p.m.
6 - 9:30 p.m.
Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner
West Gym lobby
Join us for the 13th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. This year's honorees will be announced later this spring. Contact Linda Reynolds for ticket information.
7 - 9 p.m.
Late ‘60s Reunion Dutch Treat Dinner at Sharkey's
56 Glenwood Ave., Binghamton
607-729-9201
8 p.m.
Black Student Union Fashion Show
Location TBD
8:30 p.m.
Late Nite Madness
Events Center
Join us as we introduce the 2008-09 season men's and women's basketball teams, cheerleaders and kick line.
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8:30 a.m.
Founders' Club Honors the Golden Anniversary Class of 1958
TAU Bearcat Club Room, Events Center
Alumni who graduated between 1948 and 1962 are invited to this special breakfast honoring the graduates of the Class of 1958 and earlier. You will be the guests of the Binghamton University Alumni Association and Harpur College. Please RSVP using the registration form which will be available later this summer.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Official Homecoming Welcome Center & Information Fair
University Union West Lobby
This should be your first stop on campus! Pick up your copy of the final schedule of events. Purchase meal tickets if you haven't already. See who else has arrived. Make arrangements with your classmates regarding how you'll spend your day. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., visit with representatives from the schools, Athletics, Residential Life, Admissions, Career Development Center and more.
9 - 10:30 a.m.
Late ‘60s Reunion Continental Breakfast
Location TBD
Admission: $5 per person
University Bookstore Open 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admissions Office Information Sessions and Campus Tours
10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Academic A
Undergraduate Admissions will offer two information sessions followed by a campus tour. Each session/tour will take about 2 1/2 hours. Alumni are encouraged to register online in advance. Visit the University website and link to the "Future Students" page. Click on "Visit" then “Campus Tour.” Simply click on the date you are interested in, and you will be asked a few registration questions. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when the process is complete.
Choose from one of the following 10 a.m. activities. 10 a.m. - noon 10 a.m - noon 10 a.m. (also offered at 2 p.m.) |
11 a.m.
Harpur College Then and Now
Science I - Chenango Room
A round table discussion featuring distinguished faculty, facilitated by Alex Huppe '69.
11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Alumni Luncheon
University Union Food Court
Renew acquaintances with your fellow alumni at this luncheon. Suitable for all ages. Seating will be available by class, so you can meet others from your year and/or special interest reunion. On a cash basis, choose from Sbarro Pizza, Sub Connection, Taco Bell, the Bearcat Grille, Freshens Smoothies, Jazzman's Coffee and more.
Noon - 6 p.m.
Clubs Sports Alumni Events
East Gym fields (next to the track)
Former club members are invited to join current members in annual alumni games on the East Gym fields. For more information, contact Craig Dube.
1 p.m.
Feed Your Lifelong Love of Travel and Learning
Location TBD
Learn about the exciting trips the Alumni Association has planned including Vietnam Surprise, South American Journey and Japanese Culture and Theatre History. Prof. Don Boros will share the exciting details.
1 - 6 p.m.
Intramurals
East Gym fields (next to the track)
Come out and watch our current students compete in flag football, soccer and coed Kickball on the East Gym fields.
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Presentations for Late '60s Alumni Group
Location TBD
1 - 3 p.m.
Special Art Activity for Children
The University Art Museum will hold art workshops for alumni children. All classes will be held at the same time in three areas of the gallery. Because we will open at 10 a.m. and close at 3 p.m., children will be able to make more than one item without a time constraint. Parents are expected to stay with their child and join in creating something too. There is no fee for children of alumni to participate. Please indicate attendance on the registration form including your child's name and age.
1 - 3 p.m.
Art Classes for Adults
University Art Museum
EOP 40th Anniversary Program
Details to come.
2 p.m.
Nature Preserve Tours
Meet Your Guide at the upper end of Parking Lot M.
Join us for an introduction to the beautiful Nature Preserve featuring fall foliage, a beaver lodge and beaver dams. And, for those who are familiar with the Preserve, we'll take "Theme" hikes including land use and wildlife, as well as a "Tyke Hike" for kids six years old and younger. Sponsored by the Friends of the Nature Preserve.
4 - 5 p.m.
Brain Train Parade
Peace Quad
A Homecoming tradition, the parade will wind its way around campus and floats will be on display in the Events Center.
4 - 7 p.m.
Tailgate '08
Events Center
You won't want to miss this opportunity to meet with everyone who has returned for Homecoming as well as students, faculty and staff members still working on campus that you remember from your days here. If you can only attend one activity during the weekend, this is it! Each milestone year and special interest reunion will have its own designated space, but at the same time will be able to mingle with all the alumni who have returned. Please indicate on your registration form that you will be attending. Enjoy music, student entertainment, food and bar stations. Fun for the entire family. Souvenir photos with Baxter the Bearcat!
7 p.m.
Men's Soccer vs. University of Vermont
Bearcats Sports Complex
7 p.m.
AEPhi GreeK God
West Gym
This annual competition sponsored by Alpha Epsilon Phi features fraternity men.
8 p.m.
The BU Department of Theatre presents: The House of Yes
Written by Wendy MacLeod
Directed by Tom Kremer
Anderson Center Chamber Hall
It’s Thanksgiving and a hurricane is swirling outside in the affluent Washington, D.C. suburbs. The Pascal home, however, has its own storm brewing indoors. Charismatic Marty has brought his sweet, unsophisticated fiancée Lesly home to meet the family. Marty’s twin, the beautiful and spoiled Jackie-O, isn’t taking the surprise well. Jealous and awkward younger brother Anthony attempts to make Lesly feel at home, while Marty and Jackie-O reminisce about their unusual childhood. A darkly funny script, The House of Yes is a production full of surprises that is not to be missed.
Call 607-777-ARTS for tickets and information.
Class of 2008 Zero-Year Reunion
Details to come.
Young Alumni Reunion
Classes of 2003-07
Details to come.
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9 - 11 a.m.
Late '60s Reunion Brunch
Location TBD
Admission: $10 per person
9:30 a.m.
Kristen Faust '00 Inspirational 5K Run, sponsored by the Binghamton University Alumni Association
East Gym is start and finish line.
Funds raised will go toward the Kristen Faust Memorial Fund. Details available at the 5K run's website.
University Bookstore Open 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Noon - 6 p.m.
Clubs Sports Alumni Events
East Gym fields (next to the track)
Former club members are invited to join current members in annual alumni games on the East Gym fields. For more information, contact Craig Dube.
1 p.m.
Women’s Soccer vs. Albany
Bearcats Sports Complex
1 - 6 p.m.
Intramurals
East Gym fields (next to the track)
Come out and watch our current students compete in flag football, soccer and coed Kickball on the East Gym fields
Awesome Fireworks
The Student Association will, once again, sponsor this awesome and festive fireworks display. Students, alumni, and community residents alike always enjoy the show. Don't miss it if you're still in Binghamton Sunday night.
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Newman House
Sunday Masses at 9:30, 11:30 a.m., 4:45 p.m.
400 Murray Hill Rd.
Hillel at Binghamton Shabbat Dinner Shabbat Morning Services and Lunch in the Sukkah Shmooze in the Sukkah Hillel Bagel Brunch |
Chabad House Jewish Student Center
420 Murray Hill Rd.
Shabbat Services followed by a home cooked, full course dinner in the Sukkah.
Friday at 6 p.m.
Shabbat Services
Saturday at 9:30 a.m.
Shabbat Lunch in the Sukkah
Saturday at 12:30 p.m.
Maariv and Havdalah
Saturday at 7 p.m.
Open House Brunch in the Sukkah
Sunday 11a.m. - 1 p.m.
Program followed by tour of the brand new Chabad building beginning at noon.
Reservations can be made by calling 607-797-0015 or by writing aslonim@binghamton.edu.
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FAQ
Where do I park?
Parking in surface lots on campus is free both Saturday and Sunday. If you park on campus before 5 p.m. on Friday, stop at the Information Booth to purchase a one-day parking permit for $5. There is a charge on all three days to park in the parking garage and visitors paid parking lot.
Where can I eat on campus?
In addition to any planned meals, food service is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the University Union Food Court. A la carte continental breakfast items will be available from 9 to 11:30 a.m.; lunch items will be available from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and then light snack and beverages will be available from 2 to 4 p.m.
Can my kids come?
Many Homecoming activities are child-friendly. For activities that are exclusively for adults, we provide limited referrals to local child-care agencies or students on campus.
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