Schedule of Events
Alumni Weekend 2008, June 13-15
Thursday, June 12
4–8 p.m. Registration
Social Hall, Holland Union Building
Friday, June 13
8 a.m.–10 p.m. Registration
Social Hall, Holland Union Building
Friday Programming: See registration form
9:15 a.m. Tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield
Terry Fox, a licensed battlefield tour guide, will take guests on an unforgettable journey through the Gettysburg Battlefield. The bus to Gettysburg will depart campus at 9:15 a.m. and return by 5 p.m. Cost is $20, which includes lunch and nominal fees for Gettysburg attractions. Meet at the Holland Union Building parking lot.
10 a.m. College Farm Tour
Located just outside of Carlisle, the College Farm is an extension of the Student Garden Program and is an anchor in Dickinson’s commitment to sustainability. Limited transportation is provided and maps will be available at registration. Meet at the Kaufman Center parking lot.
10 a.m. Downtown Carlisle Shopping Excursion
Join fellow alumni for a shopping trip. Meet at the Quarry for coffee and then take a stroll downtown.
10 a.m. Election 2008
Join Jim Hoefler, professor of political science, coordinator of the policy-studies program and local television commentator, as he takes a critical look at the 2008 presidential campaign and election. Bosler Hall, room 208
9:15 a.m.–3:30 p.m. College Interviews for Rising High-School Juniors and Seniors
To schedule an appointment, contact Dickinson’s Office of Admissions at 800-644-1773 or admit@dickinson.edu. Waidner Admissions House, corner of High and College streets
10 a.m.–4 p.m. The Dogan: Spiritual Forces in Action
This exhibition includes masks, ceremonial staffs and fertility objects from the 19th and 20th centuries. The exhibit is curated by Anabella Atach ’08. The Trout Gallery, Weiss Center for the Arts
10 a.m.–6 p.m. College Archives Information Table
Learn about ways the archives can be used by alumni and friends of the college. Outside the Social Hall, Holland Union Building
12:15 p.m. Shotgun Start Alumni Golf Tournament
$75 per person, which includes 18 holes, cart, driving range and a light lunch (lunch available at 11:15 a.m.). Proceeds benefit the McAndrews Fund for Athletics. Eagle’s Crossing Golf Club. Directions are available on the Alumni Weekend Web site. (See registration form.)
1:15–2:30 p.m. Panel Discussion: Marking the 150th Anniversary of the Lincoln-Douglas Debates of 1858
Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium
3–4:15 p.m. The House Divided Project Demonstration
This Web project, generously supported by the family of the late Brian C. Pohanka ’77, the National Endowment for the Humanities and Dickinson College, is a dynamic archive of materials and stories about the Civil War era. Anita Tuvin Schlechter Auditorium
3:30 p.m. Campus Walking Tour
Waidner Admissions House, corner of High and College streets
5 p.m. President’s Welcome Reception
New Science Complex atrium
6 p.m. Skull and Key 100th Anniversary Reception and Dinner
The Depot
6 p.m. Alumni Football Reception
Join the football staff and fellow football alumni for a reception. Practice Field at the Stadium
6:30 p.m. 1968 Bologna Reunion Reception and Dinner
Stafford Reading Room, Waidner-Spahr Library
6:30–8:30 p.m. All-Alumni Dinner
Look for your class tent and enjoy live entertainment. Morgan Field
7 p.m.–midnight Class of 1980/Phi Kap Party
The Quarry basement
9–11 p.m. Raven’s Claw Reception
The Quarry, first floor
 Saturday, June 14
8 a.m.–5 p.m. Registration
Social Hall, Holland Union Building
Dickinson Fitness: See registration form
8 a.m. Spinning Class
Join Coach Don Nichter for the fitness ride of your life. Must be 16 years old to participate. Kline Center Dance Studio
8 a.m. Yoga
Must be 16 years old to participate. HUB Dance Studio
8 a.m. Weight Training 101
This introductory class will be taught by a member of Dickinson’s Physical Education department. Must be 16 years old to participate. Kline Center Fitness Center
8 a.m. Tennis Clinic
Coach Steve Riccio will conduct a clinic for both beginners and advanced players. Dickinson Tennis Courts
8:30 a.m. Walk with Lotte
You are invited on a morning walk around campus with President Durden, his wife Elke and their black Lab Lotte. Meet in front of the Weiss Center on High Street.
8–10:30 a.m. Breakfast with Benjamin Rush
Academic Quad, next to the statue of Benjamin Rush
9–10:30 a.m. Alumni Book Signing Featuring the works of Eric Wittenberg ’83 and Blair Oliver ’88.
Bookstore, Holland Union Building
9 a.m.–5 p.m. Dickinson’s Most Wanted
The Archives & Special Collections staff would like your help to identify unknown faces in the college’s photo collection. Drop in at your convenience to share your memories while poring over images from the not-so-distant past. Waidner-Spahr Library, lower level
9 a.m.–6 p.m. Reunion Photos
10 a.m. 1973 – Bosler Porch
10:20 a.m. 1963 – Bosler Porch
1 p.m. 2003 – at picnic lunch, Morgan Rocks
1:20 p.m. 1993 – at picnic lunch, Morgan Rocks
1:40 p.m. 1998 – at picnic lunch, Morgan Rocks
2 p.m. 1988– at picnic lunch, Morgan Rocks
3 p.m. 1948 – Bosler Porch
3:20 p.m. 1943 – Bosler Porch
3:40 p.m. 1938 – Bosler Porch
4 p.m. 1953 – Townhouse, Louther Street (Class Lounge)
4:20 p.m. 1958 – Bosler Porch
4:40 p.m. 1968 – Bosler Porch
5 p.m. 1978 – Bosler Porch
5:40 p.m. 1983 – The Depot Patio
10–11:30 a.m. Prep for College Program
High-school students are invited to join admissions staff members for college planning workshops. Topics include the search, application and essay. Register by contacting the Office of Admissions at 800-644-1773 or admit@dickinson.edu. Waidner Admissions House, corner of High and College streets
10 a.m.–4 p.m. The Dogon: Spiritual Forces in Action
This exhibition includes masks, ceremonial staffs and fertility objects from the 19th and 20th centuries. The exhibit is curated by Anabella Atach ’08. The Trout Gallery, Weiss Center for the Arts
10:30 a.m.–noon Alumni Weekend Opening Ceremony
Join President Durden for the presentation of class gifts. This year’s Distinguished Alumni award recipients include the Hon. Sylvia Rambo ’58 and Eileen Fair Durgin ’52. Kathleen McHugh Schneider ’99 will receive the Outstanding Young Alumni Award. Front of Old West
Noon Alumni Luncheon for Classes of 1933–1978
Dining Hall, Holland Union Building
Noon Alumni Picnic for Classes 1983–2008
Children’s entertainment will be provided. Morgan Field
Noon Alpha Chi Rho Graduate Chapter Fraternity Alumni Lunch
Side rooms, Holland Union Building
Noon Skull and Key Alumni Lunch
Side rooms, Holland Union Building
Noon–3 p.m. Delta Sigma Phi Barbecue
Outside of Cooper Hall
1:30 p.m. New Science Complex Tour
Take a look at Dickinson’s new state-of-the art science complex. Corner of Louther and College streets
1:30 p.m. Alumni Baseball Game
MacPhail Baseball Field
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Kensington Station
Enjoy the sounds of this folk trio featuring alumnus Jim Jones ’68 on guitar. Quarry
2-4 p.m. 1965-70 Theta Chi Reception
Davidson-Wilson Hall, 2nd floor lounge
2:30–3:30 p.m. Tour of the President’s House Garden
Kathy Beam of Seasons Past, a unique nursery, will lead the tour. President’s House Garden
3:30 p.m. Campus Walking Tour
Waidner Admissions House, corner of High and College streets
4 p.m. Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Alumni Board Meeting
Bosler Hall, room 208
4–5:30 p.m.
Class of 1993 Bologna Alumni Reception East College Patio
(rain location: French and Italian house lobby)
4–5:30 p.m. Red Wine Tasting
Along with the tasting, Steve Erfle, associate professor of international business & management, will help you create your own Meritage red wine. Cost is $20 per person. Space is limited. Preregistration is required. Denny Hall, room 317
4–6 p.m. Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity Alumni Cocktail Reception and Annual Meeting
Atwater Hall
5 p.m. Phi Delta Theta Alumni Reception
Bosler Hall atrium
5–6:30 p.m. All-Alumni Reception
Britton Plaza, outside Holland Union Building
5–9 p.m. Pizza and a Movie
Children 8 and older are invited for a night of pizza, popcorn and a movie. Dickinson students will supervise. (See registration form.) Dana Hall, room 110
6:30 p.m. Reunion Class Dinners
Check at registration for your class
dinner location
6:30 p.m. Reunion Buffet Dinner for Classes of 1984-2008
Morgan Field
6:30 p.m. Class of 1988 Dinner
Davidson-Wilson Hall, third floor
9 p.m. Men’s Glee Club/Octals Reunion Concert
Rubendall Recital Hall, Weiss Center for the Arts
9–11:30 p.m. Dance Party
The band Honeypump with Ritner Casey ’83 will perform. Lower quad area
Sunday, June 15
8 a.m.–noon Checkout
Social Hall, Holland Union Building
9 a.m. Memorial Service
Gather with President Durden and the Dickinson community to remember classmates who have passed away since the last reunion. Memorial Hall, Old West
9–11:30 a.m. Champagne Brunch
Britton Plaza, outside Holland Union Building
11 a.m. Delta Sigma Phi Alumni Corporation Board Meeting and Elections Cooper
Hall lounge
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