Family members of Elon students are invited to take part in a variety of events scheduled for Friday, Oct. 1, through Sunday, Oct. 3. Among the highlights are an opportunity to meet with professors, attend engaging mini-classes, attend the Family Weekend picnic and football game, enjoy the special Collage Concert and have Sunday morning coffee at President Lambert's house. Read this note for the full schedule.
Friday, October 1, 2010
1:30 p.m.
Space provided for Jummah Prayer
The Religious & Spiritual Life Office is happy to provide space and arrange leadership for Jummah prayer if requested.
1:30 p.m.
Golf Tournament, Quarry Hills Golf Club
Hosted by the Phoenix Club, the tournament will be a shotgun start. Entry fee ($60 per person) includes greens fee, cart, beverages and award. Participants should plan to spend most of the afternoon on the golf course.
3 – 7 p.m.
Check In, Koury Athletics Center Concourse
Pick up a schedule for the weekend, tickets for events and other information.
4 – 6 p.m.
Hospitality Center
The Elon Parents Council invites all families to stop by for refreshments and a moment of rest between activities.
4 – 6 p.m.
Departmental Open House Events
Various departments around campus invite you to visit and learn more about what they have to offer to your students.
6 p.m.
Shabbat Service/Kiddush
Elon Hillel welcomes all Jewish students, friends, families, faculty and staff to a brief Shabbat service, Kiddush, and Oneg reception.
7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. (PRE-ISSUED, TICKETED EVENT)
Collage Concert
The Department of Performing Arts will present an exciting collage of entertainment presented by our talented students!
7 p.m.
Women’s Soccer, Rudd Field
The Elon Phoenix vs. the Davidson Wildcats
8:30 p.m.
The Music Department Faculty Concert
Faculty members from the Elon University Music Department return to the stage for Family Weekend. This program has been a big hit since it began in 1999 – come and enjoy what is sure to be a great show.
Saturday, October 2, 2010
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Check In, On-Site Registration and Continental Breakfast, Koury Athletic Center Concourse
Registration Area: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Continental Breakfast: 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
9 – 9:30 a.m.
President’s Update
Leo M. Lambert, university president, will bring parents up to date on the university.
9 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Sibling Activities
Fun and games for siblings ages 6-12.
9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
For Grandparents: Seminar I
Choose from several interesting seminars, including one led by senior philanthropic advisor at Harvard University, Charles W. Collier titled, “Family Conversations that make a Difference.” A list of the seminars will be located in your registration packet.
9:30 – 11 a.m.
“Meet and Greet” Professors
Enjoy informal conversations with your student’s professors. Faculty members’ locations are printed on your student’s guide that is available in the Registration areas.
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Hospitality Center
Parents Council members will be on hand to answer questions, and refreshments will be served.
10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
For Grandparents: Seminar II, Center for the Arts
Choose from several interesting seminars, including one led by Dr. J. Earl Danieley ’46, President Emeritus, about the four crucial turning points in Elon University’s history. A list of the seminars will be located in your registration packet.
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Mini Classes
Recipients of the Daniels-Danieley Excellence in Teaching Award and other distinguished faculty and staff will teach these classes. A full list of session topics will be located in your registration packet.
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (TICKETED EVENT – AVAILABLE AT REGISTRATION)
Family Weekend Picnic
A tailgate lunch of chicken, barbecue and all the fixin’s. Tickets available at the registration table. Student meal cards are not honored at this event. (Children’s picnic tickets are available for those under 12 years old.)
1:30 p.m. (PRE-ISSUED, TICKETED EVENT)
Football Game
The Elon Phoenix vs. The Samford Bulldogs
Cheer the Phoenix as they take on Southern Conference rival Samford. This game is expected to be near capacity so if you haven’t already purchased tickets and would like to go, visit www.elonphoenix.com and click on the ticket button to purchase a ticket or call the Ticket Office at 336-278-6750.
1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
For Grandparents: Elon University Campus Tour
Not a football fan? Join us for a special campus tour just for grandparents. Get an insider’s view of the university and enjoy the beauty of the campus, which is a designated botanical garden and a member of the American Association of Botanical Gardens and Arboreta. Transportation by bus is included and will depart from Moseley Center. Space is limited.
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Catholic Mass
Fr. Gerry Waterman will celebrate Mass with students and their families and friends. An Open House with light refreshments at the Newman Center at Holland House on South Campus will follow.
6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. (PRE-ISSUED, TICKETED EVENT)
Collage Concert
The Department of Performing Arts will present an exciting collage of entertainment presented by our talented students!
9 p.m.
“SUBCinema”
Come out to the Student Union Board’s weekly movie on the lawn for this week’s special Family Weekend movie! Free popcorn – just bring your family or friends!
Sunday, October 3, 2010
8:30 – 10 a.m.
Coffee at the President’s Home
Enjoy a continental breakfast with Leo and Laurie Lambert at Maynard House prior to the worship service. Transportation will be provided from Boney Fountain in the Moseley Center. (The last bus will leave the Moseley Center at 9:40 am.)
11 a.m.
Hillel Bagel Brunch
Elon Hillel welcomes all Jewish students, friends families, faculty, and staff for a catered bagel brunch.
11 a.m.
Family Weekend Protestant Worship Service (Whitley Auditorium)
University Associate Chaplain Phil Smith and the Truitt Center for Religious and Spiritual Life will lead this service which is open to all members of our community.