Welcome Late 60s

(Classes of 1966 - 70)

Tentative Schedule of Activities

Friday, October 17
4 - 7 p.m.
Trimester Headquarters
Fine Arts Building, Room 207
A space where alumni can relax throughout the day with other classmates and view displays of memorabilia.

5 - 8 p.m.
3rd Annual Alumni Art Show & Presentation of the Alumni Association Recognition Awards
Art Museum, Fine Arts Building
Join us for this reception and view the creativity of Binghamton University alumni because their works will be on display in the University's Art Museum. At 5:30 p.m., President DeFleur will present the 2008 Alumni Association Recognition Awards including the Glenn G. Bartle Distinguished Alumnus/a Award, the Edward Weisband Distinguished Alumnus/a Award for Public Service or Contribution to Public Affairs, the Alumni Association Special Recognition Award and the Distinguished Service Award. Please use the online registration form (available Sept. 1) to indicate that you plan to attend.

7 - 9 p.m.
Dutch treat dinner at Sharkey’s with emeriti faculty
All alumni and their guests are welcome at 56 Glenwood Ave., Binghamton. 607-729-9201

8:30 - 10 p.m.
Late Nite Madness
Events Center
Doors will open at 8:30 pm. and the event will begin at 9 p.m. Admission to this event is free and it will feature the men’s and women’s basketball team introductions, Bearcat spirit squad and pep band performances, contests and raffles, prizes, free food and more. Go Bearcats!

Saturday, October 18
9 a.m.
Headquarters Open
Fine Arts Building, Room 207
If you're an early riser, stop by our Headquarters for a cup of coffee and informal conversation with other alumni. If you're really feeling energetic, join the Nature Preserve tour starting at 10 a.m. (Meet your guide at the upper end of Parking Lot M.) You can explore the new University Union and stop by the Bookstore, which opens at 9 a.m. The food court also opens at 9 a.m. if you'd like to purchase continental breakfast items. If you were involved with the radio station as a student, feel free to visit the new WHRW radio station in the basement of the Union.

11 a.m. - Noon
Harpur College faculty "Then and Now" roundtable discussions facilitated by Alex Huppe ’69 and member of the Alumni Association Board of Directors.
Chenango Room Science I
Please use the online registration form (available Sept. 1) to indicate that you plan to attend.

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.

1 - 2 p.m.
University Archives Open House
Bartle Library, Second Floor
Visit the University Archives and take a trip down Memory Lane. Copies of the Colonial News and Colonist will be available to look through so you can reminisce about your years at Harpur College. An exhibit of photographs from the 1960s will also be on display.

2 p.m.
Student Activism Then and Now…is the dream still alive?
Location TBD
Are current students as passionate about saving the world as we were 40 years ago? Join our panel of faculty, alumni and students as we explore the differences and similarities of the times.

4 - 5 p.m.
Brain Train Parade
Find a good spot to view the student floats

4 - 7 p.m.
Tailgate '08
Events Center Parking Lot F
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! Please use the online registration form (available Sept. 1) to indicate that you plan to attend. View the tailgate policy. Stop by the Alumni Association RV for your free gift.

7 p.m.
Soccer Game vs. University of Vermont
Bearcats Sports Complex
Following the Tailgate ‘08, head on over to the new Bearcats Sports Complex to check out the men’s soccer game as Binghamton hosts the Vermont Catamounts in an America East Conference match-up. Tickets to the soccer game cost $3 for alumni and can be purchased through the Alumni Office. Make sure to wear your green and cheer on your Bearcats! Please use the online registration form (available Sept. 1) to indicate that you plan to attend. Enjoy an awesome fireworks display after the game.

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.

Sunday, October 19
9 - 11 a.m.
Farewell Brunch
Science I, Chenango Room
Join fellow classmates for a leisurely farewell brunch. Don't forget to exchange e-mails, phone numbers and resolve to keep in touch ($10 per person includes hot buffet of eggs, bacon, French toast, home fries, fruit, assorted pastries, cereal boxes, beverages.) Please use the online registration form (available Sept. 1) to indicate that you plan to attend.

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