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President's message:
"I hope to see you On the Campaign Trail at Virginia Wesleyan's Homecoming and Family Weekend, Friday–Sunday, Oct. 3–5, 2008. We're always happy to gather our extended family on the campus for a weekend of great entertainment, food, athletics, fun and fellowship. In this year's optional mini-classes, you also can engage with some Virginia Wesleyan faculty who will be considering the 2008 presidential election from the perspectives of their academic fields. Please join us if you can!"
Schedule of Events
Tuesday, September 30
MTV Celebrities
7 p.m., Marlin Grille
Kick off Homecoming week with Kenny Santucci and Evan Starkam from MTV’s The Real World/Road Rules Challenges and Fresh Meat. Join us to hear all about Kenny and Evan and their experiences on the show. This event is FREE for VWC students, $5 for adults and for non-VWC students it is $3. You can reserve your tickets by going to www.vwctickets.com. For more information, contact Ashley Ladyman with Wesleyan Activities Council at 757.233.8726 or e-mail amladyman@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Sponsored by the Wesleyan Activities Council Executive Board.
Wednesday, October 1
Karaoke Party
7 p.m., Marlin Grille
Come join us for in the Marlin Grille on Wednesday, October 1! This event is FREE for VWC students, $5 for adults and for non-VWC students it is $3. You can reserve your tickets by going to www.vwctickets.com. This event is open to the public. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Sponsored by the Wesleyan Activities Council Executive Board.
Thursday, October 2
Airband
9:30 p.m., Marlin Grille
Looking for some fun Thursday Night of Homecoming Week? Well come out and watch or even participate in the 2008 Airband Competition. Sign up in Student Activities for this great event or just come out October 2 and cheer for your favorite performers. This event is FREE for VWC students, $5 for adults and for non-VWC students it is $3. You can reserve your tickets by going to www.vwctickets.com. For more information, contact Tim Maloney with Wesleyan Activities Council - Traditions Committee at 757.233.8726 or e-mail tcmaloney@vwc.edu. This event is open to the public. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Sponsored by the Wesleyan Activities Council (Traditions Committee).
Friday, October 3
Campaign Fundraiser, GOLF OUTING
1 p.m., Cypress Point Golf Club
Enjoy 18 holes of golf with fellow alumni and those who enjoy the sport. A $250 donation from each attendee will benefit VWC golf team. View more information or contact Coach Conrad Parker at 757.233.8703. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Cast your ballot at the HOMECOMING PARADE
1:30 p.m., Batten Sidewalk
The ceremonies begin with familiar faces and plenty of Marlin spirit!
International Relations Forum, OKTOBERFEST DINNER
5:30-7:30 p.m., Boyd Dining Center
Your next stop on the trail is for an Oktoberfest celebration, complete with traditional German food and beer. Sponsored by the German Club.
Lobby for the Arts, THEATRE PRODUCTION: "LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS"
8 p.m., Hofheimer Theatre
This musical classic springs to life on the Virginia Wesleyan stage! The dark comedy tells the tale of a timid plant shop worker and the lengths to which he goes to feed his own ambition, and the ambition of his blood-thirsty plant. Reservations strongly encouraged. Call 757.455.3381. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Saturday, October 4
President's Breakfast WITH PRESIDENT GREER
9-10 a.m., Boyd Dining Center
Begin your day on the trail with food, fellowship and fun. The issues are sure to be discussed!
Candidate Forum, FACULTY RECEPTION & DEPARTMENT FAIR
10-11 a.m., Boyd West Dining Center
The race is off! Faculty members discuss their academic fields and the subjects they teach.
Educational Summits, CLASSES WITHOUT QUIZZES
11-11:30 a.m., Clarke 215, 217 & 218
Virginia Wesleyan's faculty members are leading the polls in teaching. Choose from three topics: The Environment and Election 2008: What's at Stake?; Religion and Election 08: The God Strategy; or Race, Ethnicity, and Immigration and Election 2008.
Softball Alumni Game
11 a.m., VWC Softball Complex
All softball alumni are invited to participate in a scrimmage game against the current softball team. For more information, contact Brandon Elliott at 757.455.3307 or belliott@vwc.edu.
Lacrosse Alumni Game
11 a.m., Lacrosse Practice Field
Alumni, parents and friends are invited to watch the current Virginia Wesleyan lacrosse team play lacrosse alumni. Please stay for the post game gathering at the practice field. For more information, contact Coach J.P. Stewart at 757.455.3135.
Rally at the Polls, HOMECOMING TAILGATE
12-4:30 p.m., Trinder Center Lawn (picnic from 12-4 p.m.)
It's sure to be a party! Catch up with old friends and faculty members over food, music and drinks. Tickets can be purchased at the gate on Saturday, October 4 (Adults $9, Students and Children $5, and VWC students and children 5 years and younger are free).
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National Convention Party, 10-YEAR REUNION
12-4:30 p.m., Trinder Center Lawn
Rally around fellow classmates from the Class of 1998.
Front Runner, CROSS COUNTRY TEAM DINNER FOR PARENTS/ALUMNI
7 p.m., Boyd East Dining Center
A celebration for all parties. For more information, call Coach Mat Littleton at 757.233.8704. Not included in PRESS PASS.
National Convention Party, 25-YEAR REUNION
6-7 p.m., Social Hour, Barclay Sheaks Gallery, Godwin Hall
7-9 p.m., Dinner & Program, Raymond D. Pearce Hospitality Suite, Second floor of Batten Student Center
Rally around fellow classmates from the Class of 1983. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Lobby for the Arts, THEATRE PRODUCTION: "LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS"
8 p.m., Hofheimer Theatre
Reservations are strongly encouraged. Call 757.455.3381. Not included in PRESS PASS.
Inaugural Ball, HOMECOMING DANCE
9 p.m., Norfolk Waterside Marriott
Not included in PRESS PASS.
Athletic Events
| Cross Country | Norfolk State Invitational | Sat., Oct. 4, 10 a.m. | |
| Field Hockey | VWC vs. Roanoke College | Sat., Oct. 4, 1 p.m. | |
| Men's Soccer | VWC vs. Eastern Mennonite University | Foster Field | Sat., Oct. 4, 2 p.m. |
| Volleyball Tri-Match | |||
| VWC vs. Roanoke College | Sat., Oct. 4, 3 p.m. | ||
| Roanoke College vs. North Greenville University | Sat., Oct. 4, 5 p.m. | ||
| VWC vs. North Greenville University | Sat., Oct. 4, 7 p.m. | ||
Women's Soccer |
VWC vs. Roanoke College | Foster Field | Sat., Oct. 4, 4:30 p.m. |
Field Hockey |
VWC vs. Frostburg State University | Sun., Oct. 5, 2 p.m. |
Sunday, October 5
Ecumenical Campus Worship
11 a.m.-12 p.m., Raymond D. Pearce Hospitality Suite, Batten Student Center
Gather with fellow supporters and hear Virginia Wesleyan's Chaplain, Robert M. "Chappy" Chapman '79.
Take the Victory Bus! GREEK PARENTS' BRUNCH
10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Boyd Dining Center
Marlin spirits will be high! Enjoy brunch after the morning worship services.
Accommodations
Lake Wright
1.800.228.5157
Northampton Boulevard, Norfolk
*ask for VWC rate
Holiday Inn Select
1.800.HOLIDAY
Military Highway, Norfolk
Norfolk Airport Hilton
1.800.422.7474
Northampton Boulevard & Military Highway, Norfolk
Westin Town Center
1.800.937.8461
Virginia Beach Town Center
Commerce Street
Wingate Inn
757.363.2901
Northampton Boulevard
*ask for VWC rate
Press Pass
A PRESS PASS will provide admission to Homecoming & Family Weekend events. Parents/Alumni: $37, Students/Siblings: $25, Current VWC Students/Children 5 and under: FREE. Events which are of additional charge are noted. Registered guests will be given their PRESS PASS upon check-in at the HUB in the Jane P. Batten Student Center. If you have not pre-registered, you may purchase a PRESS PASS at the HUB during Pick-up times. Pick-up times are Friday, October 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, October 4 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Guests planning to attend the Homecoming Tailgate ONLY may purchase tickets for admission at the door on Saturday, October 4 (Adults $9, Students and Children $5, and VWC students and children 5 years and younger are free). If you have any questions, please call the Office of Alumni Relations at 757.455.3298.