Volume 10, Number 3, 2001


Homecoming weekend 2001--Oct. 12-14

FRIDAY, OCT. 12

University Gallery

11 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

Old College, second floor

Breaking Ground: Designing the University of Delaware Mall, 1914-1954

The exhibit includes drawings, photographs and letters that tell the story of four decades of work to transform an empty "no man's land" into the University of Delaware Mall.

The Learning Tradition: Selected Works From the University Gallery Collection

The University Gallery has been instructing students in art historical research, artistic techniques and the standards of the museum profession. This exhibit highlights some of the major works in the collection by artists such as Mary Cassatt, Pablo Picasso and Ansel Adams. Free admission. For more information, call (302) 831-8242. 

Presidential Citation for Outstanding Achievement ceremony

4:30 p.m.

Bayard Sharp Hall

The Presidential Citation for Outstanding Achievement honors UD graduates of the last 20 years who exhibit great promise in their professional careers and/or public service activities. Honorees include: Antoine Allen, AS '93; Leslie Green Bowman, AS '81M; Kevin Gregson, AS '81; Melissa Hicks, CHEP '88; Karen Olmstead, AG '81, '84M; Gurudatta Parulkar, AS '87PhD; Philip Reich, HNS '86; Claire Sawyers, AG '84M; and Debra Von Koch, AS '79, CHEP '85M. For more information, call the Office of Alumni and University Relations at (302) 831-2341. 

Alumni and Delaware Diamonds reception

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Lawn of Old College

Begin your weekend with reunion classes and members of the Delaware Diamonds Society. Look for your invitation in the mail in early September. For more information, call (302) 831-2341. Sponsored in part by Blue and Gold Club

5-8 p.m.

44 Kent Way

Visit the club for complimentary hors d'oeuvres from 5-6 p.m. in the Tavern. A full dinner menu is available in the main dining room from 5-8 p.m. by reservation. For more information or to make a reservation, call (302) 831-2582.

 

Public ice skating

8-10 p.m.

Fred Rust Ice Arena

Looking for something to do Friday night? Take the whole family ice skating! Open to all ages and abilities. Admission $5 per person; free to UD students with ID. Skate rental, $2. For more information, call (302) 831-2788.

 

SATURDAY, OCT. 13

University of Delaware Invitational

9:30 a.m., Alumni Run

10:30 a.m., Men's Varsity Race

11:15 a.m., Women's Varsity Race

All alumni and faculty are invited to begin Saturday with a 5K run. T-shirts provided to all participants and prizes available to top finishers. A picnic for all alumni, faculty, athletes and parents will follow the races. For more information, call (302) 831-8846. 

Class of 1951 Homecoming brunch

10 a.m.-noon

Townsend Hall

Members of the Class of 1951 are invited to a pregame brunch. Look for a special invitation to follow, which will include details on football tickets. For more information, call (302) 831-2341.

 

Reunion Row

10 a.m.-noon

Catch up with other alumni and friends at the Reunion Row tailgates. Reunions include the classes of 1956, 1961, 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996 and 2001. (See map for location.) Photos will be taken. Look forward to special appearances by the Alumni Marching Band and the UD Cheerleaders. Catered lunches and cash bar available. Watch your mail for specific class reunion information and reservation form. For more information, call (302) 831-2341. 

Catered lunches to go

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Enjoy delicious gourmet lunches prepared for you to take to reunion tents or to the game. Options include: grilled breast of chicken on kaiser roll, with leaf lettuce and tarragon mayonnaise; roast beef and provolone on croissant, with leaf lettuce and tomato; or veggie pita with fresh spinach, zucchini, tomato, cheese, sprouts and vinaigrette. 

All lunches include vegetable pasta salad, Red Bliss potato salad, fresh whole fruit, bottled water or soda, individual bag of chips, gourmet cookies, condiments, napkins and utensils. Place your order on the form at right.

 

Blue and Gold Club tailgate buffet

10:30 a.m. -noon

Reunion Row

Join us at Reunion Row for our Homecoming tailgate buffet. Don't miss our omelets made to order and full brunch buffet. Reservations requested.For more information or to make a reservation, call (302) 831-2582.

 College of Agriculture and Natural Resources

10:30 a.m.-noon

Dunham Garden, south side of Townsend Hall

Rain Location: Townsend Hall Commons

Enjoy great food and catch up with old friends and faculty members at the Homecoming tailgate. For more information, call (302) 831-2501.

 College of Arts and Science

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Alumni and friends of the college may join faculty and staff for refreshments at the College of Arts and Science tent, next to the physical therapy tent. Don't miss out on a special pregame performance by the Alumni Marching Band. For more information, call (302) 831-2793.

 College of Business and Economics

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Catch up with alumni and friends of the college. For more information, call (302) 831-2551.

 College of Human Services, Education and Public Policy

10:30 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

For alumni and friends of the college. Take the opportunity to visit with faculty members while catching up with classmates. For more information, call (302) 831-2394.

 Physical therapy reunion

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

All physical therapy alumni and friends are invited to attend and enjoy good food and company. For more information, call (302) 831-4576.

 Mechanical engineering reunion

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Join Department of Mechanical Engineering faculty and graduates for fellowship and lunch before the game. Look for your invitation in early September. For more information, call (302) 831-4567 or e-mail [cloud@me.udel.edu].

 Cheerleaders reunion

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Attention, all cheerleading alumni! Join us before the game to reminisce with other graduates and meet current members of the cheerleading squad. For more information, call (302) 831-1581.

Swimming and diving reunion

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Enjoy midmorning refreshments and pregame festivities at the second UD swimming and diving reunion. Look for an invitation in the mail to learn about block seating at the football game. For more information, call (203) 624-2144 or e-mail [babsbiz@aol.com].

Kappa Delta Rho alumni 15th reunion

10 a.m.-noon

Reunion Row

Celebrate KDR's 15th year at UD with fraternity brothers and guests. For more information, call Kris Schroeder at (302) 377-5430.

 Blue Hen Football

Noon

Delaware Stadium

Fightin' Blue Hens vs. Hofstra University

Special halftime performance by the Alumni Marching Band and presentation of the Outstanding Alumni Awards to Don Lowe, AG '66 and Linda Brinton Harra, HNS '71. Door prizes for the first 5,000 fans. For tickets, please use the form at right or call (302) 831-HENS. Sponsored by

 Goalpost party

Immediately following the game

Delaware Field House

Celebrate the Blue Hens' win at the annual goalpost party. Live music provided by Burnt Sienna and Chorduroy--both featuring UD alumni! Snacks and cash bar available. Free admission. Sponsored in part by SCPAB.

 University Gallery

1-4 p.m.

Old College, second floor

Breaking Ground: Designing the University of Delaware Mall, 1914-1954 and The Learning Tradition: Selected Works From the University Gallery Collection. Free admission. For more information, call (3 02) 831-8242.

 Center for Black Culture/CPAB Homecoming barbecue and reception

3-6 p.m.

Center for Black Culture

Join us for a Homecoming celebration in honor of all black alumni of the University. For more information, call (302) 831-2991.

 

College of Business and Economics Alumni Award of Excellence presentation

4 p.m.

Tyler Atrium, MBNA America Hall

All alumni and friends are invited to attend the B&E Award of Excellence presentation, honoring outstanding graduates of the college. 

Swimming and diving reunion dinner

5 p.m.

Clayton Hall

Celebrate your reunion while catching up with teammates and coaches. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, music and door prizes. Invitation will arrive in early September. For more information, call (203) 624-2144 or e-mail [meredith.milliken@yale.edu].

 

Class of 1951–50th reunion

6 p.m.

Trabant University Center

The Class of 1951 is celebrating its 50th reunion with a reception and dinner hosted by President and Mrs. Roselle in Trabant University Center. 1951 alumni, mark your calendars for this special event! For more information, call the Office of Alumni and University Relations at (302) 831-2341. 

Class of 1956–45th reunion

Location and time to be announced

The members of the Class of 1956 are celebrating their 45th reunion with a reception and dinner. Look for your invitation in early September. For more information, call the Office of Alumni and University Relations at (302) 831-2341. 

Annual Kappa Alpha Psi Homecoming Step Show

6-9 p.m.

Mitchell Hall

Join the brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity as they host this spectacular evening of step exhibits by the historically African-American fraternities and sororities. The exhibits will include an array of special effects, as well as coordinated steps from a traditional military style. For more information, e-mail [achiever@udel.edu].

 Public ice skating

8-10 p.m.

Fred Rust Ice Arena

Open to all ages and abilities. Admission $5 per person; free to UD students with ID. Skate rental, $2. For more information, call (302) 831-2788.

 

SUNDAY, OCT. 14

 Public ice skating

1-3 p.m.

Fred Rust Ice Arena

Open to all ages and abilities. Admission $5 per person; free to UD students with ID. Skate rental, $2. For more information, call (302) 831-2788.

University Gallery

1-4 p.m.

Old College, second floor

Breaking Ground: Designing the University of Delaware Mall, 1914-1954 and The Learning Tradition: Selected Works From the University Gallery Collection. Free admission. For more information, call (302) 831-8242.

 Mineralogical Museum

1-4 p.m.

Penny Hall

Blue & Gold: Selected Specimens From the University of Delaware Mineralogical Museum Collection

Celebrate the official colors of Delaware and the University. This exhibition showcases a selection of blue minerals and gold specimens and features a lapis lazuli blue hen, on loan from Mrs. David Craven. Free admission. For more information, call (302) 831-8242.

 Nursing Alumni Association

2-4 p.m.

Christiana Care Center, Newark

Join other nursing graduates at a special reunion event incorporating a continuing education program. "Women's Moods and Brain Care" will be presented by Jeanne Watson Driscoll, HNS '71, M.S., R.N., C.S., P.C., a University of Delaware Alumni Wall of Fame inductee in 1997. For more information, call (302) 831-2381.

 Department of Music

2 p.m.

Loudis Recital Hall, Amy E. duPont Music Building

Enjoy an afternoon of music with the University Orchestra, directed by Hekun Wu. Free admission. For more information, call (302) 831-2577.

 

Visit the Homecoming web site at [http://www.udel.edu/alumni/homecoming.html].