Saturday Events

Saturday, June 9, 2012

7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast
Kennedy Union-Torch Lounge

Open to all Reunion Weekend attendees and their guests.

9:30 a.m. Leadership, Engaged and Annual Donor (LEAD) Brunch
Kennedy Union Ballroom (by invitation only)

This is a special invitation brunch for our leadership annual giving donors. You will receive a separate invitation if you are a part of this group.

9:30 a.m. Flyer Fun Run/Walk
Starts in front of the RecPlex

Looking for a way to squeeze a little exercise into your weekend while checking out your old stomping grounds? Join us for a casual run or walk around campus and through the student neighborhood with fellow alums. The mapped out course will be approximately three miles.

Running not your thing? Feel free to walk, push a stroller or just meander at your own pace. We'll be offering a one mile course as well. After the run, we'll have refreshments for all participants.

10 a.m. to Noon University Archives Open House
Albert Emanuel

A selection from the Whalen Collection of the University Archvies will be on display on the 1st floor. There will also be a rare 1930's UD silent film playing in the presentation room of Albert Emanel.

10:30 a.m. Walking Tour of Campus
Meet in lobby of KU

Take a tour of your beautiful campus to see all the exciting changes.  A second tour will be offered at 1:30 p.m.

10:45 a.m. Chapel Renovation Presentation
Immaculate Conception Chapel

Want to hear the new and exciting plans for the Chapel? Join us at this presentation in the Chapel to learn more. Presentation to start closer to 11 a.m..

11 a.m. Congressman Charles Whalen Memorial Tree Dedication
In front of Albert Emanuel Hall

Please join the friends, family and former staff members of Congressman Chuck Whalen '42 as they celebrate with a special blessing of the tree they have dedicated to his memory. The Metasequoia tree, also known as a Dawn Redwood, has been planted in front of the Roesch Library. Special recognition will be made of the recent honorary naming of nearby L Street as "Chuck Whalen Lane.

A selection from the Whalen Collection of the University Archvies will be on display from 10 a.m. til Noon in Albert Emanuel on the 1st floor.

11 a.m. Chi Sigma Alpha Meeting
Sears Recital Hall (Humanities bldg.)

Chi Sigma Alpha will be hosting a meeting for the group at 11 a.m. in Sears. All members are invited to attend.

11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. *Reunion Lunch - $8
Marycrest and VWK

Dorm food isn't what it used to be!  Check out the newly renovated cafeterias in Marycrest and Virignia W. Kettering.  We will also have photobooths and caricaturists at each location to capture all your Reunion Weekend memories.

1 p.m. Delta Tau Nu Meeting
Sears Recital Hall (Humanities bldg.)

Delta Tau Nu will be hosting a meeting for the group at 1 p.m. in Sears. All members are invited to attend.

1 to 4 p.m. RecPlex Open House
RecPlex

Join us at an open house at the RecPlex, UD's modern $25.3 million fitness and recreation complex. We are offering ALL Reunion Weekend attendees FREE use of the facility throughout the whole weekend. Stop by at any time with a photo ID and let them know that you are here for Reunion Weekend!

1 to 4 p.m. UD Libraries Open House
Roesch Library

The UD Libraries are a dynamic force in the education taking place at UD. Same old library? Not so! The services, collections and atmosphere are ever-changing. Come see our special treasures when visiting during Reunion Weekend.

1:30 p.m. Walking Tour of Campus
Meet in lobby of KU

Take a tour of your beautiful campus to see all the exciting changes. 

1:30 p.m. Arena Tour
University of Dayton Arena

Take part in an exclusive tour of the Donoher Center at the University of Dayton Arena. Only one tour will be offered and space is limited so pre-registration is required. A shuttle bus will take group from main campus over to the Arena and back. Pick-up will be in front of the Frericks Center in P lot.

2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Alumni Center Open House
River Campus - 1700 S. Patterson Blvd.

See the completed first phase of the new Alumni Center at the River Campus (the old NCR headquarters at 1700 S. Patterson Blvd.). The Alumni Center will be open from all day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. but we will have a shuttle running from campus to the Alumni Center from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (every half hour) for you to take a look at this new interactive space and also learn about the exciting plans for the next phase. Pick-up at the main campus will be in front of the the Frericks Center in P lot.

2 to 4 p.m. *SIG Zone - $5
Central Mall

Several shared interest groups will be celebrating a reunion of their own this weekend. Join them on Humanities plaza. The groups that will be represented will be Alpha Nu Omega, Chi Sigma Alpha, Delta Tau Nu, Tri-Lambda, TKE and LGBT. Enjoy Ben & Jerry's ice cream and cupcakes from Go Cupcakes, the mobile cupcake truck, soda, water and a cash bar while catching up with your group.  Each group will also have a group picture taken on the steps of the Central Mall.

2 to 4 p.m. Open Houses

School of Engineering, Kettering Labs
School of Business Admin., Miriam Hall Atrium
School of Education, Chaminade
School of Law, Keller Hall
Office for Mission and Rector, Campus Ministry, Liberty Hall
Athletics, Cronin Athletic Center (formerly the PAC)
Enrollment Management, Albert Emanuel lobby
Career Services, Alumni House

4 p.m. Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony
Immaculate Conception Chapel

Say I do again - renew your love and devotion at Reunion Weekend.

If you are married and will be attending Reunion Weekend with your spouse, take time on Saturday to reaffirm your love for one another during the Wedding Vow Renewal Ceremony in the Immaculate Conception Chapel.  The ceremony will be celebrated by Fr. James Fitz S.M. '68

4:30 p.m. Alumni Mass
Immaculate Conception Chapel

Join your fellow alumni and their families for this special Alumni Mass, celebrated by Fr. Eugene Contadino S.M. '62.

6 to 9:30 p.m. *Homecoming Dinner and Dance - $60
Kennedy Union Ballroom

Alumni from all reunion classes are invited to attend. The evening begins with a cocktail party followed by dinner. After dinner, dance the night away to great live music. Please note that pre-registration is required for this event, and the dress code is a little more formal than the Friday night class parties. Cost per person includes dinner, drinks and entertainment.

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7 to 11 p.m. *Porch Party - $35
Corner of Lawnview and Lowes Streets

A formal dinner and dance not your thing? Relive those days of partying on the front porch of your old house. This casual event will give you the chance to mingle with UD alumni from all reunion classes as you enjoy the music of a live band. You can hang out on a mock front porch, so be sure to bring your camera for the photo opportunity.

The Porch Party will give you the opportunity to meet up with friends for a party in the neighborhood, while still leaving you plenty of time for late Saturday evening plans. (Please note that the Porch Party will end at 11 p.m. due to the Oakwood noise ordinance). Cost per person includes food, beer, wine and entertainment.