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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14th
Eagle Emeriti & Class of 1961 Reunion
Trustee Room, Upper Convocation Center
Doors open 4:30 pm, Dinner 5:00 pm
Free for class members. Guests $15 (reservations required)
Join your fellow classmates as we celebrate the 50th reunion of the class of 1961 as well as those who have already been inducted as “Eagle Emeriti”. Pinning ceremony to follow the dinner. Formal invitations will be mailed in August.
9/22/2011 UPDATE: The taping schedule for Chelsea Lately has changed and Sarah Colonna will be unable to perform at AU. Below is the information for the new Comedian.
Dean Edwards, Comedian
Redwood Hall
8:00 pm $15 per person general admission
$10 faculty/staff
$2 AU students
Dean Edwards has been making his mark in comedy following two successful seasons as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live.” With such memorable impressions as Don Cheadle, Michael Jackson and Denzel Washington, as well as such original characters as "Man in Elevator" and "Cop#2", Dean has pushed himself to the limits of creativity and exhaustion. Always the multi-tasker, Dean found the momentum to juggle his SNL career, his numerous standup appearances and multiple television appearances on tv. Dean most recently appeared in Showtime’s “Comics Without Borders, the nine-week comedy series which showcased multi-cultural stand-up comedians. Dean also helped workshop and create the character of Donkey for nearly 2 years, leading up to Dreamworks’ SHREK THE MUSICAL on Broadway.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15th
PARKING INFORMATION
Visitors
Visitor parking will be available in Amstutz/Kem (Lot E), Maintenance/Andrews (Lot F), and Jefferson (Lot J) lots. You will ONLY be able to access these lots from Broad Street between the stadium and campus. All Claremont Avenue entrances will be blocked. A fee of $5 will be required per vehicle for game day parking. The tailgate lot (Lot F) will open at 10 am. The Amstutz/Kem (Lot E) and Jefferson ( Lot J) parking lots will open at 11:00 am. To view a map of campus indicating other parking options, click here.
Disability Parking
Parking will be available for those fans with disabilities near the Jack Miller Stadium. There will be eighteen (18) spaces reserved in the Amstutz lot, and three (3) spaces reserved in the Andrews lot. A valid handicap parking tag will be required.
Recreation Center-Open to Alumni
9:00 am-10:30 pm (reservations required)
Start off your day with a workout in our state-of-the-art recreation center! Alumni wishing to use the recreation center will need a guest pass.
Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Brunch
Trustee Room, Upper Convocation Center
9:00 am $15 per person (reservations required)
The following individuals have distinguished themselves in the field of intercollegiate athletics at Ashland University, either by virtue of their performance on its athletic teams or by meritorious efforts on behalf of the athletic program. In return, the University will bestow on them induction into the Athletic Hall of Fame. The following alumni will be inducted:
Marc Crevier ’73 Football
Maurice Crevier `72 Football
Gail Klippert Hackett `75 Tennis
Tara Ringler Hootman `98 Softball
Kirt Thompson `97 Soccer & Javelin
Eagle Forever Award: Karen Little
For reservations call Rachel Bixler at 419.289.5954 or email at rbixler@ashland.edu
Legacy Visit Day
9:15 am-Check-in at HCSC Piano Lounge
9:30 am-Admission presentation in the Auditorium
10:15 am-Student-led campus tour
11:30 am-Interest inventory/career coaching with the Career Services Center
Reservations required-contact Megan at 419.289.5973 or by e-mail at msherar@ashland.edu.
This event is designed for high school students who are legacies (children or grandchildren of Ashland alumni). It's a great opportunity to take a casual look at all that Ashland University offers while participating in Homecoming events! You will meet Ashland students on a group tour of our beautiful campus and learn more about Ashland's programs and organizations. You'll also have the opportunity to explore your career-related interests and experience coaching with our Career Services team.
Little Eagle Day - Ages 4-12
Recreation Center
The Department of Recreational Services and the Alumni Office will again be offering its annual Little Eagle Day. For a third consecutive year, Ashland University alumni have the opportunity to drop off their children at the Rec Center for age appropriate activities including swimming, the climbing wall, and various sport activities. New for 2011, three sessions will be offered making Homecoming planning more family friendly. These sessions include a morning session, an afternoon session, and then concluding the day will be a Dive-In Movie in the pool. All "Little Eagles" will receive a free t-shirt and other giveaways during their stay at the Rec Center. Make sure to take full advantage of this fun opportunity and give your children a hands-on experience of the excitement happening at Ashland University. Registration Deadline: October 7th
Camp Date: Homecoming Saturday, October 15th
Session 1 - 9:30 am-12:30 pm; Cost: $5 per camper
Session 2 - 1:30 pm-5:00 pm; Cost: $10 per camper (includes evening meal)
Dive-In Movie- 5:30 pm-7:00 pm; Cost: $5 per camper
*First camper is full price with each additional camper 50% off!
Maximum participants: 50 campers per session
*All campers should remember to wear athletic attire, gym shoes, and bring a swimsuit (Session 2 & Dive-In Movie Only).
5K Fun Run
10:00 a.m. (Reservations required)
Cost: $5 per person
Start off Homecoming with a 5K Fun Run ~ This event is open to everyone 18 years or older ~ the first 100 registrants receive a free giveaway. Prizes will be awarded to the first male and female to finish the race and all who participate will be entered into a raffle for a prize pack. Official results will not be recorded. Please, no pets or strollers. The Rec Center will be open at 9:00 a.m. to change and shower before and after the race
Center of Religious Life Reception
Jack & Deb Miller Chapel
10:00 am to noon
The Center of Religious Life would like to welcome all alumni as you return to Ashland for Homecoming weekend. This will be a wonderful time for you to renew old friendships, see the changes that have been made in the chapel, and learn how our department has grown by 1000%!
For reservations, call Colleen Hord at 419.289.5489 or email at chord@ashland.edu.
THIS REUNION IS CANCELED
SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) 20th Anniversary Reunion
Ridenour Room, Dauch College of Business & Economics
10:00 am (Please RSVP)
Come and join your fellow SIFE members as we reminisce over 20 years of memories and successes! Hosted by Kris Hovsepian.
Alumni Band Reunion Breakfast
Tuffy’s Smoothie Bar, Recreation Center
10:00 am (Please RSVP)
All former Ashland Marching Band members are invited for breakfast! Reconnect with your former band comrades and re-live your college experience in Ashland University’s new Jack Miller Stadium with a weekend filled with fun activities! Hosted by Len Salvo.
Alumni Awards Brunch
Alumni Room, Upper Convocation Center
11:00 am $15 per person (reservations required)
All are welcome to come as you are to 26th annual Alumni Awards Dinner. This is a time when the Alumni Association Board of Directors bestows its highest honor of recognition. A buffet style brunch will be served. The Ashland University Alumni Association will honor the following outstanding alumni and friends in its 27th year of recognizing distinguished alumni:
Distinguished Service Award: Thomas Pickering `58
Professor Raymond Bixler Award: Kay (Walther) Leath `93 M.Ed.
Special Achievement Award: Edward `41 & Betty (Hood) `45 Plank
Drushal Humanitarian Award: Jennifer Viola `04
Young Alumnus Award: James Hill `02
Honorary Alumnus Award: Gunther & Jeanne Meisse
Dr. Glenn L. Clayton Award: Steve Krispinsky
Outstanding Alumnus Award: Gayle (Gorman) Freeman `77
To learn more about the Alumni Award winners, click here.
Pizza Pizza Pizza Fan Fest
Amstutz Hall Parking Lot and lawn area
12:30 pm
Bring your family and join us at this jam-packed tailgate! Ashland pizzerias are going head-to-head to serve you your favorite pizza. Along with this variety of pizza, there will be cotton candy, bounce houses for the kids, a face painting clown and more!
Ashland University Eagles vs. Wayne State Warriors
The Jack Miller Stadium
2:00 pm
Cheer on the Eagles as they take on the Wayne State Warriors. Join us during halftime at the Alumni Tent, located behind the home stands.
Purple Eagle Silent Auction & Raffle
Faculty/Trustee Room, Upper Convocation Center
4:00- 6:00 pm
In addition to 150+ items available for our annual Silent Auction, the Alumni Board will be raffling off a 47” TV, a touch screen desktop computer and $500 cash! For a complete list of available items, click here. Proceeds from the auction support the Legacy Scholarship Program and the Annual Fund. A cash bar offering beer and wine will be available to the over 21 crowd.
Raffle ticket information: Tickets may be purchased on the Homecoming reservation form. Tickets are $5 each or six for $25. Each ticket gives you the opportunity to win one of the following prizes: LG 47” LCD 1080p TV (model 47LD500); an Inspiron One 2305 all-in-one design computer (23-inch WLED backlit display, 1080p Full HD Screen); or $500 cash. Winning tickets will be drawn during the Auction. You do not need to be present to win. Winners of the TV and computer will receive an IRS 1099 tax form. It is the winner’s responsibility to transport the TV and computer from Ashland University – delivery not available.
Class Reunions
1971 (40th)
1981 (30th)
1986 (25th)
1991 (20th)
2001 (10th)
Alumni Room, Upper Convocation Center
6:00 pm-8:30 pm (Please RSVP)
Join us as we celebrate your time at Ashland! Reconnect with your classmates while reminiscing about your time on campus. Complimentary appetizers will be served. Cash bar available.
All Alumni Party
O'Bryan's Pub, adjacent to the Surrey Inn
8:00 pm
Join your fellow AU alumni for our annual alumni party at O’Bryans Pub, where they serve the best bar food in Ashland! Grab your friends and join us for an evening that will be one to remember!
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16TH
Fall Choral Concert
Jack & Deb Miller Chapel
4:00 p.m.