PLATTSBURGH, NY (10/14/2008)(readMedia)-- A Hawaiian-themed dinner will cap off the festivities as SUNY Plattsburgh trades Cardinal red for colorful leis at Homecoming 2008, Oct. 17-19.
A weekend full of activities will give alumni the chance to reconnect with old friends and discover the Plattsburgh spirit all over again. More than 400 alumni are planning to attend, including some from the Class of 1934. Special celebrations are being held for the golden anniversary Class of 1958 and the silver anniversary Class of 1983, and special reunion brunches will be held for the classes of 1963, 1968, 1973 and 1978 as well.
Departmental open houses, Cardinal athletic and alumni games, receptions, tours and the Malcolm Lavery '64 Memorial Golf Outing will keep alums busy throughout the weekend.
"Our alumni will find ‘the Plattsburgh spirit' is what connects students and alumni of all ages," said Rose Anderson, director of alumni affairs.
"Homecoming is about inviting alumni home to visit their alma mater and to reconnect with classmates and faculty. It also allows us to showcase SUNY Plattsburgh through a variety of events," said Ronna T. Bosko, associate director of alumni affairs.
The fun doesn't end with alumni. It extends to current students as well. They are encouraged to take part in activities like academic alumni panels, an Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society panel, an Open Mic Coffee House and a game of Jeopardy where the Alumni Association will take on the Student Association.
Connecting students with alumni is part of the overall mission of the Office of Alumni Affairs, according to Anderson.
"The students are our future alumni, and what better way to introduce them to all our office has to offer but through Homecoming activities," said Anderson. "Homecoming is just one of the many ways our alumni and our students connect with one another. Through the Alumni Association, our students are introduced to a network of people that spans the globe and can provide support when it comes to careers and relocation. Students and alumni can support one another through our programs like Cardinal Connections and our Distinguished Visiting Alumni. Amazing things can happen when our alumni and our students join forces."
Schedule of Events
Friday, October 17
- Journalism Alumni Session, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The Commons, Champlain Valley Hall.
- Bright with Promise Kick-Off Celebration for the first comprehensive fundraising campaign in the history of the college, noon, Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center.
- Second Annual Malcolm R. Lavery '64 Memorial Golf Outing, 12 p.m. Barracks Golf Course, $40.
- Plattsburgh State Art Museum Lecture and Luncheon, 12:15-3 p.m. Burke Gallery, Myers Fine Art, $15.
- Omicron Delta Kappa Distinguished Alumni Panel, 1 p.m. Alumni Conference Room, Angell College Center, Second Floor.
- Welcome Back Tour of Campus, 2 p.m. Meet at the main doors of Hawkins Hall.
- Alumni Information Table, 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Angell College Center, Second Floor.
- Planetarium Show, 4 and 6 p.m. North Country Planetarium, Hudson Hall.
- Sports Hall of Fame Induction and Dinner. Inductees: Ron Cameron '77, track; Joey Ferras '88, ice hockey; Paul Glodis '84, basketball; Nick Goddard '76, soccer; Donovan Scott '87, soccer. 4:00 p.m. Warren Ballrooms, Angell College Center. $22.
- Women's Soccer Game vs. Fredonia, 4 p.m. Soccer Field, Field House.
- Women's Volleyball SUNYAC Pool Play, 4 p.m. Memorial Hall.
- Reception for the Golden Anniversary Club: Graduates of the Class of 1958 are invited to attend a special reception at the President's home, hosted by President Dr. John Ettling and his wife, Lisa Lewis. Members of all classes prior to 1958 are also invited. Reservations Please. 6:30- 7:30 p.m. 134 Court St., Olive Mason Flynt House (President's Residence).
- Welcome Back Buffet, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center. $22.
- Prism Concert, 8 p.m.-9 p.m. E. Glenn Giltz Auditorium, Hawkins Hall. $5 per person.
- Jeopardy: Alumni Association vs. Student Association, 8 p.m. Alumni Conference Room, Angell College Center.
- Open Mic Coffee House, hosted by the Student Association, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Flynt Commons, Angell College Center
- Fabulous Firework, 9 p.m. Behind Memorial Hall. (The rain date is 10/18 at 7 p.m.)
- Check out Samuel D's, 8:30-11:30 p.m. Samuel D's, Sibley Hall
Saturday, October 18
- Alumni Information Table, 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Second Floor, Angell College Center.
- Annual Omicron Delta Kappa Continental Breakfast, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center.
- History Alumni Panel, 10-11:30 a.m. Alumni Conference Room, Angell College Center.
- Brunch for the Golden Anniversary Class-1958, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Macdonough Hall, Lower Lobby, $15.
- Anniversary Reunion Brunches for the classes of 1963, 1968, 1973 and 1978, 10 a.m. Comfort Inn, Route 3, Plattsburgh, N.Y. $15.
- Student Information Session and Campus Tour, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Hyman and Frances Krinovitz Recital Hall, Hawkins Hall.
- Fraternity and Sorority Reception, 11:30-12:30 p.m. Alumni Conference Room, Angell College Center.
- Open Swim, 1-3 p.m. Memorial Hall Pool.
- Men's Alumni Baseball Game, 1 p.m. Chip Cummings Field.
- Women's Alumni Softball Game, 1 p.m. Softball Field, Field House.
- Women's Soccer Game vs. Buffalo, 1 p.m. Soccer Field, Field House.
- AKEBA Alumni Reception, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Alumni Conference Room.
- Open Skate with Burghy, 1:30-3:00 p.m. Stafford Ice Arena, Field House.
- 1980s, 1990s and 2000s Happy Hour. Highlighting the classes of 1983, 1988, 1993, 1998 and 2003. Co-sponsored by Residence Life. 2-5 p.m. Flynt Commons, Angell College Center
- Planetarium Show, 3 p.m. North Country Planetarium, Hudson Hall.
- Women's Alumni Soccer Game, 3:30 p.m. Soccer Field, Field House.
- Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game, 5 p.m. Soccer/Lacrosse Complex, Field House.
- Women's Alumni Basketball Game, 5 p.m. Memorial Hall.
- Men's Alumni Basketball game, 6:30 or immediately following the Women's Alumni Game. Memorial Hall.
- Student Support Services 30th Reunion, hosted by Dr. Michele Carpentier, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center.
- EOP Open House, hosted by Dr. Michele Carpentier, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Cardinal Lounge, Angell College Center.
- Nursing Department Open House, hosted by Dr. Zoanne Schnell, 3-4 p.m. Nursing Skills Lab, Hawkins Hall, Room 205.
- Student Association Open House, 2-3 p.m. Angell College Center, Second Floor, Room 203.
- Honors Program Open House, 3-5 p.m. Redcay Honor's Center, Hawkins Hall.
- Leadership Giving Reception in honor of our benefactors. By invitation only. 5-6 p.m. Lobby, Myers Fine Arts Building.
- Open Swim, 7-8 p.m. Memorial Hall Pool.
- Men's Ice Hockey Exhibition Game, 7 p.m. Stafford Ice Arena, Field House.
- President's Reception and Homecoming Dinner Luau, 7:00 p.m. Warren Ballrooms, Angell College Center, $30.
- Homecoming Slide Show, 9 p.m. Warren Ballrooms, Angell College Center.
- Moonlight Bowling, 9-11 p.m. North Bowl Lanes, Plattsburgh, N.Y. $9 (North Bowl Lanes).
Sunday, Oct. 19
- Breakfast with the Alumni Association Board of Directors, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Hawkins Cafe, Hawkins Hall $15.
- Gospel Choir Performance, 10 a.m. Krinovitz Recital Hall, Hawkins Hall.
- Canadian Studies Alumni Networking Breakfast, 11 a.m. 133 Court Street.