Dear Alumni and Friends,

Celebrate with us at Homecoming 2016!

We’re excited to welcome you back to campus to renew friendships, enjoy traditions, create memories, and proudly sport the black and gold.

Bring your family, friends or long-lost classmate, and dedicate a day to get back to the heart of being a Bulldog, where you’ll cheer on our student athletes, take in the beautiful campus and facilities, and congratulate the accomplishments of honored alumni. There is something for everyone to enjoy.

Join us for this exciting reunion weekend where we will celebrate the impact of friendship, community and Bulldog spirit!

Best regards,

Jeffrey R. Docking, Ph.D. PRESIDENT

I encourage you to visit the completed Baby Bulldog Center, stop by the renovated Cargo Hall, and see the plans for the new Medical Clinic. And don’t forget a visit to Arrington Bookstore for the latest AC apparel.

alumniconnect@adrian.edu

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adrian.edu/alumni

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Adrian College Alumni and Development

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25Look for the latest Bulldog spirit gear and accessories and sport your black and gold! Josten’s will take all ring orders, including Hall of Fame from noon – 5 pm. (See Stop By! for additional bookstore hours.)

Look for the latest Bulldog spirit gear and accessories and sport your black and gold! Redeem your IMPACT coupon today (available at Registration). Josten’s will take AC and Hall of Fame ring orders during open hours. (See Stop By! for all bookstore hours.)

Sign in; pick up your campus map and other goodies! Football game tickets may be purchased here before 3 pm, Sat. *Sign in here to get your IMPACT coupon to use at the bookstore during the weekend.

Featuring the work of Colleen Higgins ’12 who earned her BFA in Studio Art from Adrian College then served an extra year as the Department of Art and Design’s Teaching Assistant for photography and digital needs. She went on to receive her MFA from the prestigious Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Also Sat. 10 am – 6 pm, Sun. Noon – midnight.

Children of all ages will enjoy a giant inflatable, face painting, games, petting zoo, kiddie train, and more! Featuring Hoddinott Farms Petting Zoo.

(See Fri. 8 am for details; also Sun.)

(See Fri. 8 am for details.)

See the Open Houses page of this brochure to discover hosted events. Make a great connection today!

8:00 am – 6:00 pm AnnuAl Alumni Art Exhibition Shipman Library (north side), Nicolay Heritage Room

10:00 am – 6:00 pm AnnuAl Alumni Art Exhibition Shipman Library, Nicolay Heritage Room (within library, north side)

noon – 11:00 pm AnnuAl Alumni Art Exhibition Shipman Library, Nicolay Heritage Room (within library, north side)

Professors Bachman, deLespinasse, Kleinsmith and Quinlan will be recognized for their many years of service and impact they have made on the lives of hundreds of alumni, along with a special announcement of the BDKQ Scholarship. All business alumni and friends are invited.

Read through carefully - you don’t want to miss a thing! Bring this brochure with you and check in at Registration & Information in the MERILLAT SPORT & FITNESS CENTER LOBBY Fri. 3 – 8 pm, Sat. 10 am – 4 pm or CAINE STUDENT CENTER Sat. 10 am – 2 pm. Sign in here to pick up your IMPACT coupon to use at Arrington Bookstore during Homecoming!

TAKE YOUR OWN TOUR! Pick up your campus map at Registration and take a walk. Rediscover the buildings where you learned, studied and spent much of your undergraduate career. Academic buildings are open Fri. 8 am – 6 pm, Sat. 9 am – 4 pm unless posted otherwise. NOTE: Open Houses Sat. 1 – 2:30 pm.

Invited guests will enjoy a reception, dinner and the induction of the 2016 Hall of Fame class.

All alumni are invited to join AC student athletes, the marching band, faculty, staff, and friends to congratulate the 2016 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees! (See separate listing of inductees.)

7:00 pm PlAnEtArium Show “ForcES oF nAturE” Robinson Planetarium & Observatory, Peelle Hall (entrance NE side off Williams St.)

12:30 pm homEcoming PArAdE Starts at 400 block of W. Maumee then to S. Madison to Michigan Ave. and Charles St.

Get up close and personal to nature’s most powerful and extreme forces. Cameras capture erupting volcanoes, devastating earthquakes, and powerful storms as a team of scientists travel the world in an attempt to figure out what causes these dangerous, yet undeniably thrilling natural occurrences. Putting their lives on the line in the name of scientific discovery, these experts forge their way through volcanic flows, travel along treacherous fault lines, and drive straight into a raging tornado. Theatre style seating; FREE Admission.

Enjoy a fantastic parade! Bring the family to watch as the parade moves around campus arriving at Madison St. about 12:45 pm.

6:00 – 9:00 pm Public SkAtE Arrington Ice Arena

8:00 pm bulldog glow run/wAlk 5k  Merillat Sport & Fitness Center

11:00 am homEcoming worShiP Herrick Chapel

11:00 am – 8:00 pm homEcoming tAilgAtE ActivitiES Merillat Sport & Fitness Center Lot

2:00 pm woundEd wArrior AmPutEE SoFtbAll tEAm vS FirEFightErS/PolicE/EmtS Nicolay Field

Welcome this special group to campus! The WWAST’s mission is to inspire and educate others while enhancing the health and welfare of Wounded Warrior Amputees. All are invited to attend the games. Featuring Adrian resident Saul Bosquez #30. Also at 2 pm. Field access via Stratford Ave.

Welcome this special group to campus! Also at noon.

6:30 pm bulldog womEn’S vollEybAll vS AlmA collEgE Merillat Sport & Fitness Center, Performance Gymnasium

Open to all Homecoming guests. A very cool place! FREE Admission; $1 skate rental or bring your own.

End your day connecting with alumni and friends at this great little restaurant/bar on campus overlooking Weston Rink. Stop by and get acquainted! Open 11 am – 10 pm.

General Admission $5; Seniors over 60 & children under 10, $3.

Wear your crazy lights and fluorescent gear for a route around campus ending in the football stadium. Participants register, pick up packets and check in 7 - 7:45 pm in the Merillat lobby.  Race begins at 8 pm. Pre-registered runners receive a Bulldog Run T-shirt; prizes. Through Sept. 7, $15 AC students, $20 non-students, kids 12/under $10. After Sept. 7 and day of race $25; kids 12/under $15.  (T-shirts are not guaranteed after Sept. 7 or day of race). Entry form/waiver required; see www.adrianbulldogs.com or contact Coach Brian Thill bthill@adrian.edu; form mailed to track/XC alumni.

5:15 pm AthlEtic wAlk oF FAmE Caine Student Center to Adrian Tobias Center, Walkway

All are welcome to join us for a refreshing Sunday morning after a busy Homecoming Saturday with the Rev. Eric Stone ’89. Rev. Stone has been with St. Luke’s United Methodist Church (Essexville, Mich.) for the last seven years. He earned both a MDiv and MAla from Methodist Theological School in Ohio in 1994 and served 12 years in campus ministry. Featuring the AC Choir directed by Dr. Thomas Hodgman, professor of music, and hosted by AC Chaplain, the Rev. Dr. Christopher Momany ‘84. After the service, get acquainted with participants and guests. CHOIR ALUMNI are invited to join the AC Choir this year. Contact thodgman@adrian.edu by Sept. 8 to confirm your participation. Music will be mailed ahead; rehearsal is Sunday at 9:30 am.

Enjoy Bulldog camaraderie throughout the day and into the evening! Sodexo food service and special food vendors will be on site and operating from 11 am – 8 pm.

11 am – 4 pm BULLDOG REUNION TENT Bring your lunch, visit with friends, or just take a break during your day. 1:30 - 3:30 pm @ the tent: special activities, reunion gatherings, meet up with faculty, music and more! Look for the decade banners.

11 am – 4 pm MEDIA MANIA Stop by the media tent for some special activities including student talent, the Homecoming broadcast, music, and more. Hosted by AC Media Group.

Cheer on the Bulldog athletes as they take to the field against Hope! General Admission $5; Seniors over 60 & children under 10, $3.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

10:00 am – 3:00 pm Alumni gAthEring PlAcE Stephenson Alumni Lounge, Valade Hall (formerly North Hall)

UnTIL 10:00 pm wow cAFé & wingEry Arrington Ice Arena

All are welcome to congratulate the 2016 Alumni Award recipients. Hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors. (See separate listing of honorees.)

End your day connecting with alumni and friends at this great little restaurant/bar on campus overlooking Weston Rink. Open 11 am – 10 pm.

11:00 am - New Time Alumni AwArdS cErEmony Dawson Auditorium Lobby

ACHA players of the past will play one another. Public welcome; FREE Admission.

PRE-GAME Introductions of the 2016 Alumni Award recipients and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. Let’s applaud them!

2016 Homecoming King, Queen and Court! Congratulate this year’s royalty!

AC Marching Band Enjoy a wonderful musical performance!

Alumni Gathering Stop by the Thomas Pavilion for donuts and cider during half-time. Hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors

9 – 11 am INTERCOLLEGIATE FIGURE SKATING EXHIBITION The Intercollegiate Figure Skating team will perform on the ice. FREE Admission.

11 am – noon LEARN TO SKATE Stop by to observe pre-scheduled classes that offer basic instruction.

noon – 2 pm PUBLIC SKATE Cool down and take a spin! $4 Admission; $1 skate rental or bring your own.

5 – 9 pm ADRIAN OVER THIRTY LEAGUE Public may stop in and observe the hockey league play throughout the evening.

4:00 pm Ac bulldog FootbAll vS univErSity oF wiSconSin-StEvEnS Point Docking Stadium

General Admission $7; Seniors over 60 & children under 12, $5. General Admission tickets available at Registration & Information before 3 pm, Sat. Stadium gates open at 3 pm! Broadcast on Buckeye Cable (BCSN TV/Toledo) or visit adrianbulldogs.com for livestream if you are unable to join us in the stadium.

Sign in; pick up your campus map and other goodies! Football game tickets may be purchased here before 3 pm. Also at Caine Student Center, Sat. 10 am – 2 pm. *Sign in at either location to get your IMPACT coupon for the bookstore during Homecoming weekend.

Dress in your Bulldog Spirit wear to sport your black and gold! FREE Admission; $1 skate rental or bring your own.

The lounge is open to all alumni to “stop by” during the day to relax, reminisce, renew friendships and make new ones. Yearbooks and other historical memorabilia will be available. *Courtesy golf cart transportation is available near the Valade parking lot during the day.

Join the fun at the student center – you don’t want to miss it! Registration & Information here 10 am - 2 pm. (See Featured Activities for more information.)

Questions/Information517-264-3124 or alumniconnect@adrian.edu

A copy of this brochure, further details and any changes/additions to this schedule will be on the Adrian College website www.adrian.edu/alumni/homecoming

*Invitations for special events will be mailed separately.

RSVP ONLINE at picatic.com/ACHC16

Open Houses

Stop By

ACCOUNTANCY & BUSINESS Jones Hall, Business Suite Recognition and Reception for Business Professors Bachman, deLespinasse, Kleinsmith and Quinlan. They will be recognized for their many years of service and impact they have made on the lives of hundreds of alumni, along with a special announcement of the BDKQ Scholarship. All business alumni and friends are invited.

ART & DESIGN Shipman Library, Nicolay Heritage Room Visit with art faculty, peruse the alumni exhibit and meet the new professor of Graphic Design, Amanda Sepanski. (See Fri. 8 am in schedule for exhibit information.)

BIOLOGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Peelle Addition Lobby Meet current professors in the wonderful new Peelle science addition. See photos of the new Walden West preserve and summer research projects. Enjoy the Periodic Table feature and DNA staircase too!

SEE YOU AT THE BULLDOG REUNION TENT! 2:00 – 3:30 PM Institute for Career Planning Table - Alumni stop by to talk about potential internship sites, mentoring students, and to learn more about “Take a Bulldog to Work Day.”  Meet up with Faculty - from Biology, Earth Science/Geology, Music, and other faculty and staff who stop by.

COMMUNICATION ARTS & SCIENCES Rush Center It’s a great time to reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty and current students. Stop by and see WVAC on the air!

HISTORY Jones Hall, first floor main lobby Join current faculty for some great conversation in the renovated Jones Hall.

INSTITUTE FOR CREATIVITY Shipman Library, Institute Office Bring your creative thinking to campus – and participate in an activity to make an IMPACT! ROMNEY INSTITUTE FOR LAW & PUBLIC POLICYJones Hall, Room 203Meet some of our aspiring pre-law students! Light refreshments will be provided.

TEACHER EDUCATION Valade Hall, Rm 110 Teacher Education will host the new addition of the Baby Bulldog Center, (See Featured Activities for more information.)

THEATRE Downs Hall Homecoming celebration and retirement reception for Professor Michael Allen who will retire spring 2017.

CAINE STUDENT CENTER Stop by, put up your feet and relax at any time! ATM and Campus Safety located here. Open 24 hours. ARRINGTON BOOKSTORE, 2nd floor Fri. 8:30 am - 6 pm, Sat. 10 am - 4 pm., Sun. Closed. Josten’s AC & Hall of Fame ring orders, Fri. Noon – 5 pm, Sat. 10 am - 4 pm SPIRIT SHOP at Docking Stadium open Sat. 11:30 am for soccer game; then 3 pm through 3rd quarter of the football game. Sign up at Homecoming Registration to receive your IMPACT coupon for the bookstore. BULLDOG BEANERY, Main Floor Proudly serving Starbucks coffee; Homecoming specials. Fri. 7 am - 3 pm, Sat. 8 am - 3 pm, Sun. Closed

Paws ‘n Go Convenience Store, main Floor Special promotions on Saturday. Fri., Sat. 8 am - 11 pm, Sun. 11 am - 11 pm

THE GRILLE @ AC & ZeBi by Sodexo, Main Floor Weekend dining choices for the campus community! Fri. 11 am - 11 pm, Sat. 11 am – 10 pm, Sun. 1 - 10 pm 110 MADISON AVE SALON, LOwer Level An award-winning salon open to the public. Fri. 11 am - 4 pm, Sat. 11 am - 3 pm

ACADEMIC BUILDINGS Where faculty inspired you! All open unless otherwise posted. Fri. 8 am - 6 pm, Sat. 9 am - 4 pm

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3:00 – 8:00 pm rEgiStrAtion & inFormAtion Merillat Sport & Fitness Center Lobby

11:00 am – 4:00 pm kidS kornEr Walkway along Herrick Chapel

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ARRINGTON ICE ARENA The coolest place on campus! ATM located here. Fri., Sat., Sun. 7 am - midnight MERILLAT SPORT & FITNESS CENTER Visit the hub of athletic activity with the nearly new fitness/weight room addition! Fri. 7 am - 10 pm, Sat. 8 am - 10 pm, Sun. Noon - midnight

RITCHIE MARKETPLACE Relive your Ritchie days! Open to all; pay at the door. Fri. 7 – 9 am breakfast; 11 am – 1 pm lunch; 5 – 7 pm dinner Sat., Sun. 11 am – 1:30 pm brunch; 5 – 7 pm dinner

SHIPMAN LIBRARY See the beautiful library and art exhibit in Nicolay Heritage Room. Fri. 8 am - 6 pm, Sat. 10 am - 6 pm, Sun. Noon - midnight

WARD ADMISSIONS HOUSE 135 S. Madison St. See where we welcome prospective students – our future alumni! Sat. 9 am - noon

WOW CAFÉ & WINGERY Arrington Ice Arena, outside entrance Great restaurant on campus in a unique location! Fri., Sat. 11 am – 10 pm, Sun. 11 am – 9 pm

5:30 – 8:00 pm 2016 AthlEtic hAll oF FAmE Adrian Tobias Center, Ritchie Marketplace

8:30 am – 6:00 pm Arrington bookStorE Caine Student Center

4:00 – 6:00 pm rEcognition And rEcEPtion For buSinESS ProFESSorS Jones Hall, Business Suite

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10:00 am – 3:00 pm SEE you @ thE cEntEr! Caine Student Center

10:00 am – 4:00 pm Arrington bookStorE Caine Student Center

10:00 am – 4:00 pm rEgiStrAtion & inFormAtion Merillat Sport & Fitness Center Lobby

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CAMPUS SAFETY Caine Student Center, just inside south entrance; local 265-5161 or ext. 4333 on campus; assistance available 24 hours.

ATMS ATMS are available on campus in Caine Student Center and Arrington Ice Arena.

COURTESY GOLF CARTS Carts will be roaming campus on Sat. with some designated stops.

LOCAL HOTELS Staying in the area? We are sorry there is no on-campus lodging available. Reserve your room by Sept. 9 BY PHONE at the following Adrian hotels or check online for the best option for you in the area. Ann Arbor, Chelsea and Toledo are less than an hour drive; closer to campus are small towns with lodging, Tecumseh 12 miles and Brooklyn 20 miles.

You must make your own reservations by CALLING DIRECT by Sept. 9 to these local hotels who have reserved blocks of rooms; mention ADRIAN COLLEGE HOMECOMING 2016 for access to blocks and pricing below (limited rooms available): Carlton Lodge $89* (517) 263-7000 Holiday Inn Express $95.99* (517) 265-5700 Super 8 $69* (517) 265-8888 *Taxes are additional.

PARKING Parking is at a premium and we ask that you please honor the reserved and no parking areas. Safety officers and other designated persons will help direct you. Some local street parking may be available.

Merillat Lot is reserved for football season ticket holders; see Athletic Event Tickets to pre-purchase a one-day parking pass if available.

Dawson Lot and behind Pellowe Hall will be available for parking for a $5 fee. Help support our student organizations.

Handicapped parking is available in several lots; for the stadium, handicapped guests may take the ramp into the main entrance of Merillat Sport & Fitness Center to the lobby elevator and enter the stadium concourse from the second floor.

PETS Except for service animals and College sponsored activities, no pets are allowed on the stadium grounds during Homecoming weekend.

RSVP ONLINE/FORMS Events where RSVPs are required are online at picatic.com/ACHC16. These special groups will also receive a print invitation. Bulldog Glow Run/Walk 5K form can be found at adrianbulldogs.comCongratulations Awesome Alumni!

These individuals and teams will be recognized publicly at the Walk of Fame, Fri. 5:15 pm, and Sat. during the football pre-game introductions.

These individuals will be recognized Sat. 11 am at the Alumni Awards Ceremony in Dawson Auditorium Lobby and during the football pre-game introductions.

2016 Alumni Award Recipients

2016 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES

Kurt Darrow ’77 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARDMonroe, Mich.

ashley KalinsKi Curren ’10 YOUNG ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARDGarden city, Mich.

Jim Van Doren HONORARY ALUMNI AWARDtipton, Mich.

CinDy BeauBien AC STEWARDSHIP AWARDadrian, Mich.

nate smith ’81 ALUMNI SERVICE AWARDtecuMseh, Mich.

Beth myers ‘79 OUTSTANDING ALUMNI EMPLOYEE AWARDadrian, Mich.

BABY BULLDOG CENTER - Stop by the new infant and toddler care center on campus and see the latest addition for future Bulldogs! Teacher Education students participate in learning early childhood development and AC faculty and staff have onsite daycare; also open to the public. OPEN HOUSE, Sat. 1 - 2:30 pm, Valade Hall.

CARGO HALL - A complete renovation of Cargo Hall was completed in August. Take a look at what has changed for today’s students. Former Cargo residents, sign in and share your memories! OPEN HOUSE, SAT. 1 - 2:30 pm.

SEE YOU @ THE CENTER! - There are many reasons to stop by Caine Student Center! Visit Arrington Bookstore, vote for your favorite Wanna Be a Bulldog, visit the Paws ‘N Go convenience store, enjoy Starbucks coffee at the Bulldog Beanery, lunch at The Grille @ AC and ZeBi, take your own photo at the AC backdrop to post on FB or Instagram, view the AC Impact video, and more. (See Stop By for specific hours.)

WANNA BE A BULLDOG PET PHOTO CONTEST - Dress your pet to show Bulldog spirit! Enter the amateur photo contest by emailing a good quality digital photo (.jpeg or .tiff only; minimum 300 dpi) by September 9 to alumniconnect@adrian.edu. Include your name, email/contact info, pet’s name/breed, etc.). Need not be present to win; first, second and third place prizes will be awarded. Students and alumni on campus during Homecoming will vote for their favorites! Winners will be contacted and an announcement made on campus and on Facebook.

AC BACKDROP - Stop by Caine Student Center or the Merillat lobby to take your Bulldog spirit photo to post online!

BULLDOG REUNION TENT - Bring your lunch from the Sodexo BBQ or other food vendors on site, visit with friends, faculty, or just take a break during your day. Special activities from 1:30 - 3:30 pm. Merillat parking lot, Sat. 11 am – 4 pm.

Welcome Wounded Warriors Amputee Softball Team! Two games will be played at Nicolay Field at noon and 2 pm. All are welcome to stop by. Access to field is from W. Maumee St. and south on Stratford Ave.

Thursday, Sept 227:00 pmAchA di blAck And gold hockEy gAmE

Arrington Ice ArenaThe ACHA DI Men play an inter-squad game. FREE Admission.

Friday, Sept 235:15 pmAthlEtic wAlk oF FAmE

Caine Student Center

6:00 - 9:00 pm Public SkAtE Arrington Ice ArenaFREE Admission; $1 skate rental or bring your own.

6:30 pmbulldog womEn’S vollEybAll vS AlmA collEgE

Merillat Sport & Fitness Center, Performance GymnasiumGeneral Admission $5; Seniors over 60 & children under 10, $3.

8:00 pm bulldog glow run/wAlk 5k Merillat Sport & Fitness CenterWear your crazy lights and fluorescent gear for a route around campus and ending in the football stadium. (See 8 pm on Fri. schedule for details.)

Saturday, Sept 2410:00 am – noonhomEcoming SkAtE with thE bulldogS

Arrington Ice Arena Dress in your Bulldog Spirit wear and show your black and gold! FREE Admission; $1 skate rental or bring your own.

noonbulldog mEn’S SoccErvS hoPE collEgE

Docking StadiumGeneral Admission $5; Seniors over 60 & children under 10, $3.

noon & 2:00 pmwoundEd wArriorS AmPutEE SoFtbAll gAmE

Nicolay FieldSee noon on Sat. schedule for details.

12:30 pm AchA Alumni hockEy gAmE

Arrington Ice Arena ACHA players of the past will play. Public welcome; FREE Admission.

4:00 pm bulldog FootbAll vS univErSity oF wiSconSin-StEvEnS Point

Docking StadiumGeneral Admission $7; Seniors over 60 & children under 12, $5. General Admission tickets available at Registration & Information before 3 pm, Sat. Gates open at 3 pm! Game broadcast on Buckeye Cable (BCSN TV/Toledo) or visit adrianbulldogs.com for livestream if you are unable to join us in the stadium.

Sunday, Sept 259:00 – 11:00 amintErcollEgiAtE FigurE SkAting Exhibition Arrington Ice Arena The Intercollegiate Figure Skating team will perform. FREE Admission.

11:00 am – noonlEArn to SkAtE

Arrington Ice ArenaStop by to observe pre-scheduled classes that offer basic instruction.

noon – 2:00 pmPublic SkAtE

Arrington Ice ArenaCool down and take a spin! $4 Admission; $1 skate rental or bring your own.

5:00 – 9:00 pmAdriAn ovEr thirty hockEy lEAguE

Arrington Ice Arena Public may stop in and observe league play throughout the evening.

For LIVESTREAM of athletic contests visit adrianbulldogs.com.

ATHLETIC EVENT TICKETS Tickets may be purchased at each athletic contest. Football – General Admission $7; Seniors over 60 & children under 10, $5; Reserved $10. General Admission football tickets are also available at Registration & Information in the Merillat Lobby Fri. 3 – 8 pm; Sat. 10 am - 3 pm. For Football Season Tickets or a pre-purchased one-day parking pass $15, call 517-265-5161- ext 5044 or email tickets@adrian.edu (spaces are limited). Volleyball & Soccer - General Admission $5; Seniors over 60 & children under 10, $3.

Class ReunionsCLASS of 1966 & Friends - 50th Reunion Sat. 10:30 am – noon, Brunch, Ritchie Marketplace, Tobias Room. Join classmates and other friends for your 50th reunion and recognition as members of the Golden Alumni Club. All classes from 1966 and earlier are welcome to attend. RSVPs are required. Hosted by Donna Lindberg ’66.

Class of 1976 & Friends - 40th Reunion Sat. 11:30 am – 1 pm, Lunch, Adrian College Terrace East (south side Caine Student Center) 1974 – 1978 alumni are invited to join the group. RSVPs are required. Hosted by Mark ’76 & Ruth ’76 Courtade. 

Class of 1986 & Friends - 30th Reunion Fri. 7 pm, Informal Dinner Gathering. From our 25th Reunion, we have a new tradition! Meet for dinner and drinks at Fiesta Ranchera Mexican Restaurant, 1675 US 223, Adrian (located in plaza next to Walmart). Sat. noon – 1:30 pm, Reunion Lunch, Ritchie Marketplace, Adrian Room. RSVPs are required for lunch. 6:30 pm, Post Football Game Gathering, Merillat Sport & Fitness Center, Grunewald Bulldog Room.

Class of 1991 - 25th Reunion Sat. 2 – 3:30 pm, Gathering, Bulldog Reunion Tent, Merillat parking lot. Look for the reserved area for our class! Stop by for refreshments and conversation. RSVPs are requested. Hosted by Pete Mazzoni ’91.

Class of 2006 - 10th Reunion Sat. 11:30 am – 1 pm, Lunch, Adrian College Terrace West (south side Caine Student Center) Come back to campus and see what has changed in 10 years! RSVPs are required. Hosted by Mallory Frailing ’06.

NOTE: A special invitation will be mailed to each group with complete details. All events will be online to RSVP through www.picatic.com/ACHC16.

ALL ALUMNI & FRIENDS are invited to the BULLDOG REUNION TENT in the Merillat parking lot – look for the decade banners! Special activities from 1:30 – 3:30 pm. (See Featured Activities for more information.)

AFFINITY

1980 Football Championship Team Reunion, Fri. 7 – 11 pm, Merillat Sport & Fitness Center, Grunewald Bulldog Room; by invitation. RSVPs are required. Sat. 2 – 3:30 pm, Join us at the Hall of Fame Tent in the Merillat parking lot followed by Bulldog football! Hosted by John Cosgrove ‘83, Bill Albert ‘83, Jeff DeBerry ‘83, Bryan Epple ‘83, Jim Nowaske ‘83, and Jon Petticrew ‘83.

Academic Services: EXCEL Alumni, Sat. Pre-game 2 – 4 pm, Tailgate in the Merillat parking lot. Look for the EXCEL sign! Hosted by Academic Services.

ALPHA Homecoming Reception, Sat. 1 – 2:30 pm, Caine Student Center, 2nd floor, Hickman Board Room. Stop by and get acquainted with current students in the organization! Hosted by ALPHA students.

Athletic Hall of Fame Tent, Sat. Pre-game 1 – 3:30 pm, Merillat parking lot, HOF members and guests are welcome to stop by. Hosted by Aaron Klotz ‘98.

1974-1980 Stevens Hall Reunion, Sat. 2 – 3:30 pm, Merillat parking lot, Tent for 1974-1980 residents of Stevens Hall.* Powell and Davis alumni are welcome to stop by the tent too! *Visit Stevens Hall lobby from 1:30 – 2 pm and bring your pictures! A special group photo will be taken at the hall at 2 pm. RSVPs are requested. Hosted by Cathy Charlesworth Mejia ‘76, Grace Capraro ‘78, Pam DeFino ‘76, Sue Saunders ‘78, and Jeanine Mick Yard ’79.

ACADEMIC/DEPARTMENTAL - See OPEN HOUSE panel for listing.

Featured Activities

Special Information

FraternitiesALPHA TAU OMEGA Fri. 6 pm - Dinner, Lenawee Country Club Sat. 8 AM - BOT Meeting with President Burgess Young, Dev. Conf. Rm., Stanton Admin. Bldg 10 am – noon - Cornelius Open House and Corn Hole Tournament (Alumni vs Chapter) noon – 2 pm - ATO Alumni Luncheon, Ritchie Marketplace Annex 2 – 4:30 pm - Tailgating with Norm @ “The Office” (Oak St. behind Fastenal) 8 pm - Gather at Fiesta Ranchera for Mexican food and drinks after the game. Details mailed to ATO alumni.

PI KAPPA ALPHA 5th Annual Alumni Homecoming Reunion at the PIKE House! Sat. 11 am - Stop by the house, 106 S. Charles St., to meet the Zeta Lambda Chapter actives! If you want to ride the fire truck in the parade, arrive no later than 11:45 am. 2 pm - Fire Truck Tailgate in the Merillat parking lot 42nd Annual PIKE Alumni Reunion/Open House Inviting all Pike Brothers, friends and families. Come meet the new Active Chapter members and see the new Pike House! Sept. 23-25 at Ron & Millie Pruett’s, 320 N. Scott St., Adrian; 517-403-8323 or email finewine@tc3net.com

SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON Sat. 8 am - Alumni Golf Outing at Wolf Creek Golf Course, Adrian Pre-game - Find us in the Dawson lot then join us to cheer on Bulldog football!

TAU KAPPA EPSILON Fri. 6:30 pm - TKE Alumni Dinner, ZZ’s Bar & Grill noon – 2pm - Alumni Open House, 1215 Michigan Ave. Stop by to watch the parade and meet the actives; house rededication in honor of Ron Reeves ’64.

THETA CHI Sat. - House is open for Theta Chi alumni & friends to stop by, 315 S. Madison St.

sororitiesALPHA PHI Sat. after parade until 3:30 pm Alumnae Open House Event. We invite alumnae, families and friends to join us for light refreshments. Alpha Phi House, 1316 Michigan Ave.

ALPHA SIGMA ALPHA Sat. 10:30 am – 4:30 pm Open House for alumnae, family and friends. ASA House, 1310 Michigan Ave.

CHI OMEGA Sat. 11 am until parade Chi Omega Backyard Barbecue. Come see our new house, catch up and join us for food and more fun! Chi Omega House, 1380 Michigan Ave.

SPECIAL GREEK Alumni GATHERING! PHI KAPPA SIGMA AND TRI-SIGMA Sat. 1:15 pm - Campus Tour, meet at Peelle Hall Addition foyer, 1st floor (campus side entrance). See what’s new on campus. 2 – 3:30 pm - Reception, Peelle Hall Addition, Adrian Mechanical Glass Room, 2nd floor (above foyer) Enjoy refreshments and reconnecting with one another. Wear your Greek gear! RSVPs requested. Hosted by Bruce Diven ’77 and Kim Montz Diven ’77. Email bdiven50@comcast.net for more info.

miChael Custer ’83 GOLF tyler, texas

wayne roeDel ’88 FOOTBALL/TRACK Fowlerville, Mich.

triCia ClarK ’97 BASKETBALL BriGhton, Mich.

Jason mensing ’00 FOOTBALL, tecuMseh, Mich. amy VanDenBrinK KrotKiewiCz ’03 GOLF Marion, iowa

John geisler ’61 HONORARY KalaMazoo, Mich.

2008 & 2009 BaseBall Championship teams

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