"Advance registration is now closed. You may register on-site and pick up information about the weekend at the Check-In/Information Desk Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center Friday, Nov. 7, 2-5 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 8, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m."

Homecoming and
Reunion Weekend

"Southwestern's Greatest Hits"
November 7-9, 2008

Welcome! This weekend, we are celebrating YOU! Alumni, faculty, staff and students are "Southwestern's Greatest Hits." Check out the playlist for the weekend. Try out some new tunes and revel in the oldies and classics. Most of all, enjoy the weekend!

Alumni Chair — Margaret Blair Fitzgerald '01
Student Chair — Julia Poplawsky '10

SCHEDULE

Friday, November 7

8:30 a.m. SOS (Semester of Support) for New Teachers
Class of 2008 teachers return to discuss their first semester as educators.
Joe S. Mundy Hall

11:30 a.m. Alumni Clergy Luncheon
Alumni clergy of all denominations are invited to this special luncheon. Rev. Dr. L. James Bankston '70, senior pastor at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Houston, will present on the topic, "Looking Forward: The Church in the New Century."
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Caldwell-Carvey Foyer

11:30 a.m. Golden Anniversary and 50+ Society Reception
Southwestern welcomes the Class of 1958 and the 50+ Society back to campus.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

Noon Golden Anniversary Luncheon and 50+ Society Induction
Alumni from the Class of 1958 are inducted into the 50+ Society. All members of the 50+ Society are welcome. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, McCombs Ballroom

Noon SOS (Semester of Support) for New Teachers Luncheon
Class of 2008 teachers share their stories with current Southwestern education majors. Joe S. Mundy Hall

Noon Pirate Golf Classic
TeraVista, 4333 TeraVista Club Dr., Round Rock, TX 78664
> Register On-line.

Noon Alumni Hospitality House Opens
Alumni Hospitality House, Julie Puett Howry Center

1-5 p.m. Alumni Architecture and Design Exhibit
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Fine Arts Gallery

2-5 p.m. Check-In/Information Desk
Check-in and pick up your backstage pass for all-access information about the weekend. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Bob and Vivian Smith Concourse

5-6:30 p.m. Dinner in the Commons
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

6:30 p.m. Kick-off Happy Hour at Alumni Hospitality House
Just arrived back on campus? Catch up with other Pirates for a happy hour at the Alumni Hospitality House. Julie Puett Howry Center

7-9 p.m. Southwestern Showcase: Benefactor Recognition Event (by invitation only)
"Engaging Minds. Transforming Lives." You hear us talk about it. Would you like to experience it in person? Come to the Southwestern Showcase and marvel at the creative, scholarly and service projects presented by students. Southwestern Showcase is produced for members of the 1840 and Brown Societies, President's Council and the Class of 1958 so that they may celebrate the outcomes of their investment in Southwestern. A reception will follow in the Walzel Lobby.
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Alma Thomas Theater and Lobby

8 p.m. Blackbox Theater Series: I Stand Before You Naked
This extraordinary collection of monologues by one of America's foremost women writers consists of 10 powerful stories, delivered by women in moments of confessional reflection. The play incorporates specific issues of our time, from sexual abuse to insanity, yet goes beyond current topics to intimately explore universal themes such as aging, death, love and hope. By Joyce Carol Oates
Directed by Sally Hall '10
Tickets are $5. Check with the Southwestern University Box Office for availability (512-863-1378).
Heather McGaughey Rehearsal Hall, "Heather Hall"

9:30 p.m. Movie-on-the-Mall: Student Foundation Sponsored Event
Enjoy popcorn on the Mall with Will Ferrell in "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" (PG-13). You stay classy, Southwestern! Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall
Rain Location: Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Ballroom

Saturday, November 8

8 a.m.-5 p.m. Check-In/Information Desk
Check-in and pick up your backstage pass for all-access information about the weekend.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Bob and Vivian Smith Concourse

8 a.m. 8th Annual Jameson 5K at Southwestern
Fun Run/Walk and 1-mile Campus Mosey
Check-in/Late Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Jaysn Jameson '90 Memorial Scholarship.
> REGISTER HERE.
Start/Finish Line on Southwestern Boulevard next to Joe S. Mundy Hall

8 a.m. "S" Association Breakfast
An annual gathering of lettered athletes.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Dan Rather Room

9 a.m. African-American Alumni 40th Anniversary Planning Committee Meeting
Dorothy Manning Lord Residential Center, Community Room

9:30 a.m. Remembering Rev. William D. Swift
Family members of former dean of students Rev. William D. "Bill" Swift share a video of Swift's life and legacy at Southwestern. The video runs 15 minutes.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Ludwig H. Merzbach Room

9:30 a.m. SU Law Alumni Connection Group Coffee
Sponsored by Kevin J. Franta '94.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Lynda McCombs Room

9:30 a.m. Friends of Physics Reception
Alumni, students and friends of physics are invited to this coffee reception.
Fondren-Jones Science Hall, Room 118

9:30-10:30 a.m. Alumni Choir Rehearsal
Alumni singers and University Chorale prepare for a performance of three of George Frideric Handel's greatest hits.
> REGISTER TO PARTICIPATE.
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Choral Room

10 a.m. Faculty and Staff Meet and Greet
Current faculty and staff, faculty emeriti and retired staff are invited to mingle with alumni returning to campus.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

10:30 a.m. The Association of Southwestern University Alumni Awards Presentation
The Association honors the achievements and contributions of faculty and staff. Kenneth Roberts, professor of economics and holder of the Hugh Roy and Lillie Cullen Chair, will be honored as Mr. Homecoming and Monty Curtis, associate vice president for enrollment services, will be honored with the Pearl A. Neas Award. All are welcome.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

11:30 a.m. Homecoming Parade: One Hit Wonders
It's a hit parade! Jam along to the sounds of the alumni and student parade entries. It will be one hit after another.
Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall

Noon-2 p.m. Homecoming Picnic
Reunion classes honored, parade winners announced, good food, friends and fun. And, don't forget the music! Lunchtime tunes provided by DJ Michael Maine '07.
Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall

Noon Women's Basketball Alumnae Game
Come on out and display your skills on the hardwood in a 5-on-5 matchup of odd versus even years.
Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Courts

1 p.m. 1964 Tri Delta Pledge Class Lunch
Join with your sisters for a Dutch treat lunch to revive happy memories of our time at SU.
Wildfire, 812 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown

1 p.m. Lacrosse Alumni vs. SU Lacrosse Team
The 2008 LSA Division II Champions take on the alumni and celebrate 25 years of Southwestern lacrosse with this annual tradition.
Robert K. Moses, Jr. Field

1 p.m. Alumni Hospitality House Opens
Alumni Hospitality House, Julie Puett Howry Center

1-5 p.m. Alumni Architecture and Design Exhibit
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Fine Arts Gallery

1 p.m. Remembering Rev. William D. Swift
Family members of former dean of students Rev. William D. "Bill" Swift share a video of Swift's life and legacy at Southwestern. The video runs 15 minutes.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Ludwig H. Merzbach Room

2 p.m. Athletic Hall of Fame Committee Meeting
The committee will hold its annual meeting. Corbin J. Robertson Center, C. J. Robertson Medley Conference Room

2 p.m. Women's Basketball Scrimmage
Show your support for the women's basketball team as they prepare for the 2008-2009 season!
Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Courts

2-3 p.m. The Alumni Council Meet and Greet
Meet your Alumni Council and learn more about The Association of Southwestern University Alumni.
Alumni Hospitality House, Julie Puett Howry Center

3 p.m. "The Secret History of the Twentieth Century" Alumni Reception
Join professor of political science and University Scholar Eric Selbin for a reception celebrating ten years of his First Year Seminar following the Classes Without Quizzes session.
Roy and Lillie Cullen Building, Second Floor

3-5 p.m. LGBTA Alumni and Friends Reception
The LGBTA Alumni Connection Group and the student organization Allies invite you to join lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and supportive straight alumni, friends, family and current students for coffee and company.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Ludwig H. Merzbach Room

3-4:30 p.m. Alumni Choir Rehearsal
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Choral Room

5-6:30 p.m. Dinner in the Commons
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

8 p.m. SING!: One Hit Wonders
Co-Coordinators: Alex Caple '10 and Samanda Rivera '10.
Open seating. Ticket required. If tickets are still available, you may purchase them at the door. SING! may not be appropriate for children under the age of 13. The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, The Alma Thomas Theater

8 p.m. Blackbox Theater Series: I Stand Before You Naked
By Joyce Carol Oates
Directed by Sally Hall '10
Tickets are $5. Check with the Southwestern University Box Office for availability (512-863-1378).
Heather McGaughey Rehearsal Hall, "Heather Hall"

Sunday, November 9

9:30-10:30 a.m. Alumni Choir Rehearsal
Lois Perkins Chapel

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

11 a.m. Worship Service
This traditional worship service features music conducted by Professor of Music Kenneth Sheppard and featuring the Alumni Choir and University Chorale. The service concludes with the reading of the names of recently deceased alumni.
Lois Perkins Chapel

1-5 p.m. Alumni Architecture and Design Exhibit
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Fine Arts Gallery

3 p.m. Blackbox Theater Series: I Stand Before You Naked
By Joyce Carol Oates
Directed by Sally Hall '10
Tickets are $5. Check with the Southwestern University Box Office for availability (512-863-1378).
Heather McGaughey Rehearsal Hall, "Heather Hall"

Alumni Hospitality House Receptions

Alumni are invited to attend any of these designated receptions while the remainder of the hospitality house is open to all. Don't forget to bring your VALID ID!

Friday, November 7

7-10 p.m. Class of 1988 Reunion Reception
7 p.m. 1970s Decade Reception
9 p.m. Kappa Alpha Order Reception

Saturday, November 8

2 p.m. Alumni Council Meet and Greet
2 p.m. Greater Georgetown Association Reception
3 p.m. Alpha Delta Pi Sorority Alumnae Reception
3 p.m. Fort Worth Area Association Reception
4 p.m. Alumni Athlete "T-shirt and Tennis Shoe" Reception
4 p.m. Dallas Association Reception
5 p.m. Bay Area Association Reception
5 p.m. Greater Austin Association Reception
6 p.m. Pirates for the Environment Reception
6 p.m. Class of 2008 Reception
7 p.m. San Antonio Area Association Reception
7 p.m. Kappa Sigma Fraternity Reception

© 2008 Association of Southwestern University Alumni