KUMC ALUMNI REUNION WEEKENDOCTOBER 2-3, 2015

We are pleased to welcome you back to campus for 2015 Alumni Reunion Weekend! Join KUMC alumni, guests, and friends for an unforgettable celebration. Classmates, faculty, and staff members have been preparing for your arrival for quite some time. There are many events and activities planned to help reconnect you to your campus and create new memories with classmates. Visit www.kumc.edu/alumni/reunion for updated reunion information and to register online. You may also register by completing the enclosed form. Guests are welcome at all events. Please register them in advance by adding them to your registration form. Join us for tours of our cutting-edge research facilities, talk directly to faculty experts, and celebrate honored KUMC alumni during the Alumni Awards Recognition Luncheon.

Remember that the KUMC campus is large, and there will be lots of walking. You will want to wear comfortable shoes to walk from building to building on our ever-growing campus. A shuttle service will also be available from the parking garage to check-in and registration in the School of Nursing building. Make plans today to join the celebration, reminisce with classmates, and revisit campus.

Kim HuyettDirector, Alumni & Community Relations

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Schedule is subject to change

Check in & Registration will be open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the School of Nursing Atrium (ground floor, School of Nursing building). Stop by to check in and pick up everything you’ll need for the weekend.

7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Breakfast Fundraiser

The KU Nurse Anesthesia program will have breakfast treats for sale in the School of Nursing Atrium. Proceeds will go to the Nurse Anesthesia Endowment Fund that provides scholarships and support for student activities. Stop by and grab a treat on the way to your Alumni Weekend activities! Cash only, please.

8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.Gold Medal Breakfast for the Class of 1965 Graduates

We invite all members of the 1965 classes to attend this special breakfast honoring your 50th reunion. Class members are welcome to bring a guest. The 50-year gold medal pins will be awarded, and after breakfast we will share memories of campus life in an informal panel discussion with current students and members of the 1965 class. This event is one of our most popular and not to be missed. Cost: $25

Register now! www.kumc.edu/alumni/reunion • Deadline is Friday, September 25

Campus Activities - Friday, October 2, 2015

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Special Rare Books & Artifacts Tour

Join us on a stroll through the Clendening History of Medicine Library to see why anatomy was a big “draw” in the 1500’s, why flowers weren’t just for show, and how an eyedropper lasted for 4,500 years!

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.KUMC Bookstore is Open

Visit the KUMC bookstore to stock up on all your Jayhawk needs. A 25% off coupon will be in your registration packet.

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Clendening Library & Museum and KUMC Archives Open House

Stop by to view museum a exhibit about the historic rural health bill signed in 1949, peruse your class yearbook, and enjoy refreshments.

10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. School of Nursing Tour

A tour of the School of Nursing building will include classrooms, the learning lab and other areas students use on a daily basis. We will also spend time talking about the changes in the educational process for nursing students, including graduate students in nursing.

10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Medicine in the First World War

Kansas City doctors and nurses at the 2,500-bed Base Hospital #28 treated nearly 10,000 patients during World War I. KUMC experts Frederick Holmes, MD, R’66, F’67 and Grace Holmes, MD, F’68 will share the story of how the hospital was formed and went to France in 1918. Learn about how the medical staff built hospital barracks, battled influenza and triaged at train stations to treat wounded and ill soldiers.

While you’re in town, be sure to stop by the National WWI Museum at Liberty Memorial. See Kansas City Activities on page 5 for more information.

KUMC Special Events

Jessie Ball Lecture & DPT Pinning CeremonyThursday, October 1 – 6:00 p.m.Battenfeld Auditorium

Join the Department of Physical Therapy for the annual Jessie Ball Lectureship. Jessie Ball was a respected and beloved faculty member who taught a generation of physical therapists. The Jessie M. Ball Endowment was established upon her retirement in 1988.

KU-MPH Alumni ReceptionFriday, October 2 – 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Grand Street Café, 4740 Grand AvenueKansas City, MO 64112

The KU Master of Public Health program invites MPH alumni for a chance to catch up and network with faculty and fellow alumni. Drinks and appetizers will be served.

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12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.Alumni Awards Luncheon

Join us as we honor our esteemed 2015 Alumni Award recipients, listed on page 3. The recognition ceremony hosted by KUMC leadership will feature honored alumni, award presentation and commemorative videos. Alumni classes will be seated together. Space is limited, so register early to reserve a spot. Cost: $15

2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.Clinical & Translational Science Unit Tour

Take a tour of our state-of-the-art Clinical Research Center in nearby Fairway, Kan., and see the spaces where KU Medical Center scientists conduct clinical research studies. The building opened to patients in 2012 and houses the Clinical and Translational Science Unit, which is where researchers test out new drugs and therapies in an effort to help find new cures and treatments for all sorts of diseases. Also, learn about our Pioneers patient registry and how you can help advance the power of medicine by volunteering to participate in clinical research. Shuttle transportation will be provided.

Campus Activities - Friday, October 2, 2015

DISTINGUISHED HEALTH PROFESSIONS ALUMNAJudy Bielby, MBA’95, HIM’87, RHIA

HONORARY HEALTH PROFESSIONS ALUMNAKaren L. Miller, PhD, FASAHP

EARLY CAREER ACHIEVEMENT IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS ALUMNUSMurad Al-Momani, PhD’06, MA’05, CCC-A, FAAA

DISTINGUISHED MEDICAL ALUMNUSJohn Weigel, MD’54, FACS

HONORARY MEDICAL ALUMNUSMichael Moncure, MD, FACS

EARLY CAREER ACHIEVEMENT IN MEDICINE ALUMNUSMatthew Macaluso, DO, R’09

DISTINGUISHED NURSING ALUMNABonnie Peterson, PhD’12, MN’79, N’65, NEA-BC

HONORARY NURSING ALUMNAKaren L. Miller, PhD, RN, FAAN

EARLY CAREER ACHIEVEMENT IN NURSING ALUMNUSMichael A. Hastings, MSN’12, RN, CEN

2015 Alumni Award Recipients

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Coffee & Conversation with Robert Simari, MD’86, Executive Dean, KU School of Medicine

Dean Rob Simari invites all School of Medicine alumni to attend an informal, interactive session. Join Dean Simari to discuss the past, present, and future of medical education as well as exciting initiatives happening on all three campuses in Kansas City, Salina, and Wichita.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Innovative Care Coordination: Views from the Front Lines

Join us for this panel discussion sponsored by KUMC’s Department of Health Policy & Management. Panelists will discuss innovative care coordination and payment models currently underway in the Kansas City area.

5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. HP&M Alumni, Faculty and Student Reception

Catch up with fellow HP&M alumni, faculty and students over drinks and appetizers. Located in the School of Nursing Atrium immediately following the panel discussion. Sponsored by KUMC’s Department of Health Policy & Management.

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Class Reunion Events - Saturday, October 3

Medicine Class Reunion Events

Class of 1955 – 60th ReunionLunch at Bristol Seafood Grill12:30 p.m.5400 W. 119th Street, Leawood, KS 66209Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Bob Nash, MD bnashus@yahoo.com, 913-558-0120

Class of 1975 – 40th ReunionLunch at Brio12:00 noon502 Nichols Rd., Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: $33 per personContact: Maura Welch, MD mauradoc75@gmail.com

Class of 1980 – 35th ReunionBrunch Buffet at Rye11:30 a.m.10551 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS 66206Cost: $30 per personContact: Steven Richardson, MD stevenrichardson@aol.com

Class of 1985 – 30th ReunionParty at the Home of Mike & Lore Nelson5:30 p.m.6225 High Drive, Mission Hills, KS 66208Cost: $25 per personContact: Lore Nelson, MD lnelson1@kumc.edu

Class of 1990 – 25th ReunionDrinks & Hors d’oeuvres at Brio5:00-7:00 p.m.502 Nichols Rd., Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: $48 per personContact: Philip Johnson, MD pjohnson@kumc.eduMichael Kennedy, MD mkennedy@kumc.eduJoy Weydert, MD, jweydert@kumc.eduThomas Whittaker, MD twhittaker@kumc.edu

Class of 2010 – 5th ReunionHappy Hour at The Levee4:00-6:00 p.m.16 W. 43rd Street, Kansas City, MO 64111Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Andy Jurgensmeier, MD jurgensmeier@gmail.com

Nursing Class Reunion Events

Class of 1960 – 55th ReunionBrunch at the Oak Room11:30 a.m.Intercontinental Hotel, 401 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Betty Crooker bcrooker@ecckc.com, 913-432-2649

Class of 1965 – 50th ReunionGathering at the Home of Eleanor Nelson5:30 p.m. on Friday, October 211252 Summit Street, Unit 1202, Lenexa, KS 66215Cost: $10 per person

Lunch at the Home of Barbara Latinis Bridges12:00 noon on Saturday, October 36931 Charlotte Street, Shawnee, KS 66216Cost: $0Contact: Barbara Latinis Bridges barbaralbridges@yahoo.com, 913-226-6474Eleanor Nelson eleanornelson913@comcast.net, 913-317-8137

Class of 1975 – 40th ReunionLunch at Grand Street Café12:30 p.m.4740 Grand Ave., Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Debbie Eltiste, dkeltiste@aol.com

Class of 1990 – 25th ReunionGathering at the Home of Annie Wehage-Zickwolf4:30-7:00 p.m.11315 West 51st Terrace, Shawnee, KS 66203Cost: $10 per personContact: Annie Wehage-Zickwolf fredzick@gmail.com, 913-687-5171

Class of 1960 – 55th ReunionDinner at the Carriage Club5:00 p.m.5301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: $86 per personContact: Bob Daugherty, MD bob@daughertyfoundation.org, 775-787-3310

Class of 1965 – 50th ReunionLunch and Tour at Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art12:00 noon4525 Oak St, Kansas City, MO 64111Cost: $0

Dinner at the Carriage Club6:00 p.m.5301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: $80 per personContact: Don Brada, MD dbrada@kumc.edu, 785-856-2207

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Class of 1995 – 20th ReunionGathering at Granfalloon4:30-6:30 p.m.608 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Paula Bunde pkbunde@yahoo.com, 913-638-8340

Classes of 2000, 2005, 2010 – Young Nursing Alumni ReunionDrinks & Appetizers at 75th Street Brewery4:00-6:00 p.m.520 W. 75th St., Kansas City, MO 64114Cost: $0Contact: KUMC Alumni Relations office 913-588-1255

Register now! www.kumc.edu/alumni/reunion • Deadline is Friday, September 25

Class of 1965 – 50th ReunionLunch at Baked in Kansas City1:00 p.m.706 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Rosemary Danaher r.t.danaher@gmail.com, 309-808-0635

Explore Kansas City and visit some of our featured attractions on your own. Please buy tickets, if required, directly from the locations listed.

National WWI Museum at Liberty Memorial100 W. 26th Street, Kansas City, MO

The National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial inspires thought, dialogue and makes the experiences of the World War I era meaningful for present and future generations. Regular adult admission $14 and seniors (65+) $12

$2 off admission coupon will be in your registration packet

More information: www.theworldwar.org or 816-888-8100

Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art525 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO

From ancient times to modern day, this encyclopedic museum is one of the best in the country, offering visitors the opportunity to explore civilization through the eyes of painters, sculptors, craftsmen, and many other artists. The Nelson-Atkins is free to all visitors. Parking $8.

More information: www.nelson-atkins.org or 816-751-1278

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum1616 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO

Experience a tour of multi -media displays, photographs, and artifacts dating from the late 1800s to the 1960s that preserve and display a rich history of African-American Baseball. Admission $10.

More information: www.nlbm.com or 816-221-1920

First Fridays in the CrossroadsOn the first Friday of each month, the art galleries, shops, and restaurants of the Crossroads Arts District in Downtown Kansas City open their doors to showcase local and national artists. The heart of the Crossroads is around 20th and Baltimore, but the area spans several blocks.

More information: www.kccrossroads.org

Country Club PlazaEnjoy the fountains, shopping and dining at your leisure on the Country Club Plaza. There are plenty of shops and restaurants just a few miles from the KU Medical Center.

More information: www.countryclubplaza.com

Kansas City Activities on your own

Class Reunion Events - Saturday, October 3

Class of 1990 – 25th ReunionDinner at Buca di Beppo6:00 p.m.310 W. 47th St., Kansas City, MO 64112Cost: Dutch TreatContact: Nancy Falkner nanfalkner@gmail.com

Physical Therapy Class Reunion Events

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Registration & Visitor Information

Registration: Submit your registration form and payment by mail, fax or online. Registration closes on Friday, September 25 at 4:00 pm.

Online: www.kumc.edu/alumni/reunion

Mail: KUMC Alumni Relations

3901 Rainbow Blvd.

Mailstop 2017

Kansas City, KS 66160

Fax: 913-588-1465 (Please call 913-588-1255 to confirm receipt.)

Registration reserves your spot in programs that are subject to space availability, so please make sure to register as early as possible.

Registrations received by Friday, September 18 will receive confirmation by U.S. mail.

Fees:

There is a $15 fee per registration that provides access to Alumni Reunion Weekend campus and class events. This small fee helps offset overhead costs for Alumni Reunion Weekend including printing, postage, supplies, and event expenses. Additional fees may apply to events where food is served.

Refund & Cancellation Policy:

Registration cancellations must be received by Friday, September 18 to be eligible for refund. The KUMC Alumni Relations office reserves the right to cancel an event due to low enrollment or other circumstances that would make the event non-viable. If the KUMC Alumni Relations office cancels an event with a registration fee, registrants will be offered a refund.

Attire:

Dress is casual and comfortable for all daytime events on campus. Attire for class events will depend on the venue. Please check with your class coordinator if you have questions.

Getting around campus:

The KUMC campus is large and it can take several minutes to get from one building to another. Please be sure to dress comfortably and be prepared to walk.

Special Accommodations:

To request accessibility accommodations, please contact the KUMC Alumni Relations office by Friday, September 18, if possible. Wheelchairs are available upon request. Accessible parking and shuttle transportation are available.

If you have special dietary needs and are attending an event where food is served, contact the KUMC Alumni Relations office.

KUMC Alumni Relations Contact Information:

Contact us directly or visit us online for additional information about Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Toll free: 888-679-5951 Phone: 913-588-1255 Fax: 913-588-1465

Email: alumni@kumc.edu Website: www.kumc.edu/alumni/reunion Facebook: www.facebook.com/KUMCalumni

Campus Amenities:Health and Fitness:

The Kirmayer Fitness Center is available to alumni and their guests during Alumni Reunion Weekend at no charge. All guests must provide their Alumni Weekend nametag and sign a waiver (available at the front desk). For more details visit: www.kumc.edu/kirmayer

Fitness Center Hours:

Friday- 5:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Library Access:

The A.R. Dykes Library of Health Sciences is open to guests needing access to computers or other library resources from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily (evening and weekend by appointment only). Please stop by the front desk to get visitor access. On the weekend, call 913-588-7166 to request entry.

Hotel Information:The hotels listed below are a short distance from campus and we’ve arranged for special rates or blocks of rooms. You must mention that you are booking a reservation for KU Medical Center Alumni Reunion Weekend to receive the rate. Taxes are not included in the rates listed below. Please contact hotels directly for reservations.

Intercontinental on the Plaza

401 Ward Pkwy. Kansas City, MO 866-856-9717

www.kansascityic.com (use group code KUR)

Block of rooms for 10/1 – 10/4, $174 KU Med Center Alumni rate.

Reservations must be made by 9/10/15 to receive block rate.

The Raphael Hotel

325 Ward Pkwy. Kansas City, MO 816-756-3800

www.raphaelkc.com (use group code KUWKUWD)

Block of rooms for 10/1 – 10/4, $175 KU Med Center Alumni rate.

Reservations must be made by 9/10/15 to receive block rate.

Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City-Country Club Plaza

4600 Summit St. Kansas City, MO 816-448-4600

www.hamptonkc.com (use corporate account 560001763)

$120-$140 KU Med Center rate.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

3932 Rainbow Blvd. Kansas City, KS 913-236-8700

$129-$159 KU Med Center rate.

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PARKING & SHUTTLE BUS SERVICEParking is in the Olathe Parking Garage (2070 Olathe Blvd). You can park on any level of the garage. Take a ticket when you enter the garage and bring it to the Alumni Weekend registration table for validation. Volunteers and signage will help direct you

from the parking garage to registration. Accessible parking is available in the garage, and the shuttle will be able to accommodate wheelchairs.

Shuttle: If you would like to ride the shuttle, it will be making continuous trips from the Olathe Parking Garage to the School of Nursing from 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Walking: The KUMC campus is large and it is a long walk from the parking garage to registration in the School of Nursing. Please remember to wear comfortable shoes and allow extra time for walking and the shuttle ride.

KU Medical Center Alumni Association3901 Rainbow Boulevard, Mail Stop 2017Kansas City, KS 66160

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