 Reunite!
ALUMNI AND FAMILY WEEKEND 2009
September 11 - 13, 2009
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, September 11, 2009
4:00 – 9:00 PM
Registration and Information Station
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER,
ELLEN KNOWER CLARKE LOUNGE
Check in, pick up registration materials, and find out the latest information about the weekend’s events.
5:30 – 7:30 PM
President’s Dinner in Honor of the Classes of 1959, 1954 & 1949
BOEHLERT HALL CONFERENCE CENTER
Hosted by President Todd S. Hutton and Mrs. Jennifer Hutton in honor of the Classes of 1959, 1954, and 1949. Golden Pioneer Alumni (Classes of 1949-1958), spouses, and significant others are invited to attend.
7:00 PM
Men’s Lacrosse Alumni Game and Reception
CHARLES A. GAETANO STADIUM
Catch the alumni game, and stick around for the 2009 Men’s Lacrosse Awards Ceremony and Alumni Reception afterwards – one of the longest running and largest Homecoming traditions.
7:00 PM
SARANAC PRESENTS:
The Black Crowes with Special Guests Truth & Salvage Co.
F.X. MATT BREWING COMPANY
TOUR CENTER COURTYARD
Gates open 6:00 pm.
Showtime is 7:00 pm.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
$34.50 in advance, $38 day of show
Tickets and more info:
www.saranac.com/page/brewery-events
www.blackcrowes.com
8:00 – 11:00 PM
Casino Night hosted by IGC (Inter Greek Council)
Sponsored by Programming Board
 STREBEL STUDENT CENTER,
ELLEN KNOWER CLARKE LOUNGE
Try your luck at various casino games. No need for a big bank-roll, since no real money is involved. Win great prizes. All ages are welcome.
9:00 PM
Coffeehouse with Open Mic Night
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER, PIONEER CAFE
Express your talents for friends and family in a casual and relaxed atmosphere.
9:00 – 11:00 PM
Carnival Under the Stars
LAWN BEHIND STREBEL STUDENT CENTER
Get a sneak preview of Saturday’s carnival.
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Saturday, September 12, 2009
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Registration and Information Station
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER,
ELLEN KNOWER CLARKE LOUNGE
Check in, pick up registration materials, and find out the latest information about the weekend’s events.
 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Continental Breakfast
STREBEL DINING COMMONS
Pay at door
9:00 – 10:30 AM
National Alumni Council Meeting
BOEHLERT HALL CONFERENCE CENTER
9:00 AM
Radio Station Meet and Greet
DEPERNO HALL, MACFARLANE AUDITORIUM
Presentation by current WPNR crew. For all interested, especially past DJs including those from the days of WPNR, WEDJ, WRNS, or WRUC and the Radio Club at Oneida Square.
9:00 AM
Accounting Roundtable Discussion
BELL HALL CONFERENCE ROOM
Accounting alumni, faculty, and current students are encouraged to attend.
9:00 AM
Chemistry Symposium
GORDON SCIENCE CENTER, CLASSROOM 261
Chemistry alumni, faculty, and current students are encouraged to attend.
 9:00 AM
Black Alumni Association Meeting
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER, STREBEL AUDITORIUM
Breakfast with a facilitator to assist with planning future activities and engagement. Alumni and students are encouraged to attend. Small fee for continental breakfast.
9:00 AM
Men’s Soccer Reunion
CHARLES A. GAETANO STADIUM
Play in or watch the alumni game on the turf. Connect with soccer alumni and friends, and meet the current players and coaches.
9:30 AM
Chi Beta Sigma Meeting
GORDON SCIENCE CENTER, DONOHUE AUDITORIUM
Reconnect with sisters of blue and gold from UC’s oldest sorority. Small fee for continental breakfast.
10:00 AM
 Walking Campus Tour
DEPARTS STREBEL STUDENT CENTER,
ELLEN KNOWER CLARKE LOUNGE
Take a walking tour led by a member of the admissions staff and view the most recent additions to campus.
10:00 AM
Baseball Reunion
BASEBALL FIELD
Play in or watch the alumni game. Connect with baseball alumni and friends, and meet the current players and coaches.
10:00 AM
Softball Reunion
SOFTBALL FIELD
Play in or watch the alumni game. Connect with softball alumni and friends, and meet the current players and coaches.
10:00 AM – Noon
Alpha Eta National Allied Health
Honor Society Induction Ceremony
ECONOMIC CRIME AND JUSTICE STUDIES BUILDING, AUDITORIUM
10:30 AM
Theta Xi Alumni Chapter Meeting
FACULTY DINING ROOM, STREBEL DINING COMMONS
10:30 AM – Noon
Edith Langley Barrett Fine Art Gallery
Exhibit: Whimsicolor by Dr. Gordon Bashant Jr. ’55
FRANK E. GANNETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY, CONCOURSE LOBBY
See our own Golden Pioneer’s bold works which are sold internationally.
11:00 AM
Golden Pioneer Luncheon
FRANK E. GANNETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY, CONCOURSE LOBBY
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Class of 1959. Classes of 1949-1958 are also invited to the induction celebration of the newest Golden Pioneers. Spouses and significant others are welcome. Lunch is complimentary for members of the Class of 1959.
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pre-game Party & BBQ
TENT, ADJACENT, CLARK ATHLETIC CENTER
Get ready for Pioneer football! Everyone is welcome to attend this party hosted by the National Alumni Council. Beer and wine included with adult cost.
Tables are set up to reunite with the following affinity groups: - Classes of 1969, 1984, 1999, and 2004
- Black Alumni Association
- HEOP (40th Anniversary)
- Radio Station
- Accounting
- Chemistry
- Communication Arts
- Chi Beta Sigma
- Phi Beta Sigma (25th Anniversary)
1:00 PM
 Castleton State vs. Utica College Football
CHARLES A. GAETANO STADIUM
Wear your blue and orange, and arrive early for a good seat.
4:00 – 7:00 PM
Carnival
BEHIND STREBEL STUDENT CENTER
Enjoy a family carnival featuring games, rides, and food. There’s something for everyone!
4:00 PM
Post-game Happy Hour for Accounting, Chemistry, and 25th Reunion Alumni
ECONOMIC CRIME AND JUSTICE STUDIES BUILDING, SECOND FLOOR TERRACE
Meet and mingle over drinks and hors d’oeuvres.
4:00 PM
Phi Beta Sigma 25th Anniversary Celebration
BOEHLERT HALL CONFERENCE CENTER
Join the Brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc., O’Mighty Omicron Alpha Chapter.
5:30 PM
Women’s Lacrosse Reunion
CHARLES A. GAETANO STADIUM
Play in or watch the alumni game. Connect with women’s lacrosse alumni and friends, and meet the current players and coaches.
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Dinner/Mixer for All Alumni, Families, and Friends, Hosted by the Black Alumni Association.
FRANK E. GANNETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY, CONCOURSE LOBBY
Reunite with old friends and make some new ones. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, dinner stations, and a cash bar. Entire UC family is welcome, especially the Class of 1969, HEOP, and Communication Arts alumni.
7:30 – 9:00 PM
Chi Beta Sigma Reunion Reception
ECONOMIC CRIME AND JUSTICE STUDIES BUILDING, AUDITORIUM
Connect with your sisters over tea and dessert following the dinner/mixer.
7:30 PM
Hypnotist Kevin Hurley
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER, STREBEL AUDITORIUM
Come be spellbound by Hurley’s extraordinary performance. Members of the audience who are willing to participate in the show will be hypnotized, while the rest of the room is mesmerized and left on the edge of their seats. All ages welcome.
 9:00 PM
Fireworks
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER, STREBEL LAWN / ATHLETIC GROUNDS
9:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Pub Night - the Tradition Continues
Hosted by WPNR
STREBEL STUDENT CENTER, PIONEER CAFÉ
Enjoy the company of friends with drinks, pub food, and songs from your era. Requests encouraged!
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Sunday, September 13, 2009
9:30 AM
Alumni Awards Breakfast
TENT, ADJACENT, CLARK ATHLETIC CENTER
Seating is limited, please register early.
 All are welcome to join the National Alumni Council in honoring the 2009 Alumni Award recipients:
Hall of Fame
Donald A. DeRosa ’54
Outstanding Alumni
Robert A. Brvenik ’77
Mark A. Pilipczuk ’88
Alumni of Achievement
Herbert L. Brill ’55
Zbigniew W. Opalka ’76
Dr. Desmond T. Parkin ’84
Heidi M. Hoeller ’91
Honorary Alumni
Martin T. Biegelman
Honorable RoAnn Destito
College Service
Roger A. Shapiro ’83
Richard A. Kennedy ’97
Young Alumni
Katie Henchir ’98
Outstanding Faculty
Dr. George E. Curtis
Outstanding Senior
Sheri A. Fedor ’09
Alumni Memorial Scholarship
Nicole M. Adamczyk ’10
Sportsmanship
Jodey J. McAvoy ’09
Jacqueline G. Vicencio ’09
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