Southwestern University

Updated: October 14, 2015

October 16­18, 2015 | #SUHRW www.southwestern.edu/homecoming/ ONSITE REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Open Friday (1­5 p.m.) and Saturday (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Fee is $10 per adult. Fee not applicable to children under 18 years of age, currently

enrolled Southwestern students, current/retired Southwestern faculty, or current/retired Southwestern staff.

QUESTIONS: alumni@southwestern.edu | 800.960.6363

= SU Parent Recommended Bold events are weekend highlights.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Events are open to all except where noted “by invitation only.”

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2015

8:30 a.m. S.O.S. (Semester of Support) for New Teachers (By invitation only.) Julie Puett Howry Center

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alumni Audio “Booth”

The Library’s Office of Special Collections will be compiling alumni stories and invite you to share your memories. A. Frank Smith Jr. Library Center, Special Collections (2nd Floor)

10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jameson 5K Packet Pick­up

Joe S. Mundy Hall

11­11:45 a.m. From the Bookshelf: William Seale ’61 Book Signing William Seale ’61, American historian and author, will be available to sign your copies of his books. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch in the Commons

If you would like to eat lunch on campus, you may pay for your meal at the Cashier’s station in front the Commons. Meals are $7.75 per person. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Golden Anniversary and 50+ Society Reception and Luncheon

Cost: Free for Class of 1965 Members and one guest; $20 for others Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, McCombs Ballroom

Noon 8th Annual Pirate Golf Classic Hosted by the “S” Association and Pirate Athletics, this annual fundraising event benefitting Pirate Athletics is open to all. The tournament will begin at 1:30 p.m. Individual players and teams are welcome to register onsite at the Club. Teravista Golf Club, 4333 Teravista Club Dr., Round Rock 78664

Noon S.O.S. (Semester of Support) for New Teachers Luncheon (By invitation

only.) Julie Puett Howry Center

1­5 p.m. Pre­registration Check­in and Information Desk

Those who pre­registered before Oct. 8 can pick­up name tags, event tickets and check­in items. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

1­5 p.m. Onsite Registration

Note that the onsite registration fee is $10 per adult. Staff cannot guarantee that tickets to events will be available. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

2:30 p.m. From the Bookshelf: Dr. Paul Spellman ’71 Alumni author Paul Spellman ’71 teaches Texas History at Wharton County Junior College and is an accomplished author of many books on the subject. He will present his book Old 300: Gone to Texas (2014), about the first 300 families to settle Austin's Colony in Mexican Texas; who they were, why they came, and how they got here. A. Frank Smith Library Center, Periodicals Reading Room 130 (1st Floor)

3­5 p.m. Class of 1955: 60th Reunion Reception Cost: $14 per person Roy and Lillie Cullen Building, Room 350 “Learning Commons”

3:30 p.m. Celebrate 175: Root Colleges Video and Historic Campus Tour A. Frank Smith Library Center, Periodicals Reading Room 130 (1st Floor)

5­7:30 p.m. Dinner in the Commons

If you would like to eat dinner on campus, you may pay for your meal at the Cashier’s station in front the Commons. Meals are $8.25 for adults and $5.50 for children between the ages of 2 and 10.

Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

6­8:30 p.m. Donor Recognition Event (By invitation only.) RSVP required Members of the 1840 and Brown Societies, President’s Council, G.O.L.D. President’s Council & Parent Leadership Gift Council may join us for a perfect view of the parade, festive food and to hear from William Seale ’61, an American historian and author, as he reflects on his research of the the White House and the individuals who served in it. Historic Williamson County Courthouse, Georgetown Square

6­7:30 p.m. SU Shuttle to the Square

A shuttle van is provided for those who wish to hitch a free ride to the Georgetown Square for several Homecoming festivities. Pick­up and Drop­off Locations:

Campus: Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center Parking Lot The Square: Corner of 6th St. and Main St.

6:30 p.m. Homecoming Parade Southwestern Pirates of all ages participate in our annual parade. Coordinated by Student Foundation members Mac Light ’17 and Daniel Buffington ’17, this is the first of the Homecoming Cup competition among student organizations. Georgetown Square, Main Street between 9th and 7th Streets

7­10 p.m. Pirate Shuttle to the 1960s Decade Party A shuttle van to the 1960s Decade Party on Friday evening is available from 7­10 p.m. from the Cullen Building (“Ad” Building) parking lot to the Walburg German Restaurant. Look for the Pirate Shuttle sign. Campus pick­up/drop­off location: Roy and Lillie Cullen Building Parking Lot

7:15 p.m. Class of 1960 “Dutch Treat” Dinner RSVP required El Monumento

7:30­9:30 p.m. Decades Parties

RSVP required; pay for your own beverages/food. If you’re unable to visit the Pre­registration Check­in station before 5 p.m., you may go directly to the location of the party.

1960s Decade Party A German buffet will be complimentary thanks to the Class of 1965. Beverages purchased at your own expense. Walburg German Restaurant, 3777 FM972, Walburg 78673 1970s Decade Party Dale’s Essenhaus, 3900 FM972, Walburg 78673 1980s Decade Party (8­10 p.m.) Space is limited.

Burger University, 119 W. 7th Street, Georgetown 78626 1990s Decade Party Hardtails Bar & Grill, 1515 N. IH­35, Georgetown 78628 2010s and 2000s Decade Parties The Uptown Social, 501 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown 78626 (4th Floor)

8 p.m. Stargazing View the celestial beauty of the Central Texas skies with Mark Bottorff, associate professor of physics. Fountainwood Observatory

9 p.m. Homecoming Cup Dodgeball Tournament Student organizations compete in the second of three Homecoming Cup competitions; spectators welcome. Coordinated by Student Foundation members Caitlin Schneider ’17 and Ilka Vega ’17. Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Court

9:30 p.m. Homecoming Hospitality House Open to 12 a.m. ONLY Southwestern alumni, parents of current Southwestern students,

Southwestern faculty and staff. Homecoming Hospitality House, Julie Puett Howry Center

9:30 p.m. Class of 2015 Late Night Happy Hour

Homecoming Hospitality House, Julie Puett Howry Center

10:30 p.m. Friday Night Live “A Different Spin,” a high energy, interactive show is open to all. Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Court

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2015

6:30­7:45 a.m. Jameson 5K Check­in and Late Registration Joe S. Mundy Hall, Parking Lot

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre­registration Check­in and Information Desk

Those who pre­registered before Oct. 8 can pick­up name tags, event tickets and check­in items. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Onsite Registration

Note that the onsite registration fee is $10 per adult. Staff cannot guarantee that tickets to events will be available.

Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

8 a.m. 15th Annual Jameson 5K at Southwestern Fun Run/Walk and 1-mile Campus Mosey Check­in/Late registration begins at 6:30 a.m. in front of the Joe S. Mundy Building. Proceeds benefit the Jaysn Jameson ’90 Memorial Scholarship Fund. Visit the Jameson 5K website for more information. Start/Finish line on Southwestern Blvd., near Corbin J. Robertson Center

8­9:30 a.m. Parent Leadership Gift Council Meeting (By invitation only)

RSVP required Current members of the PLGC are invited to attend this bi­annual meeting. Roy & Lillie Cullen Building, Room 360 (3rd Floor)

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 175th Anniversary Photo Booth All members of the community are invited to take a photo in celebration of Southwestern’s 175th Anniversary. Student Foundation will have props and photos will be included in a book which will be buried in the 175th Time Capsule (to be opened in the year 2040) near the Anniversary Garden. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

9­9:50 a.m. Healthcare Professionals Breakfast Cost: $13 per person Those who work in the field of health care are invited to meet with students pursuing careers in health care, hear about new developments in science education, and get an update on the acceptances of our 2015 graduates into graduate schools. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Lynda McCombs Room (2nd Floor)

9­9:50 a.m. Alumni in Ministry Fellowship Breakfast

Cost: $13 per person Those who serve in all areas of ministry for any religion or denomination are invited to attend this event co­sponsored by the Alumni in Ministry Connection Group, and the Office of Spiritual and Religious Life. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Connie McCombs Room (2nd Floor)

9­10:45 a.m. Cullen Tower Signing: Alumni Edition

A gift of any amount to The Southwestern Fund gives alumni the opportunity to climb the narrow, spiral staircase to the Cullen Tower to sign your name on its historic stone walls. Roy and Lillie Cullen Building, Room 300 (3rd Floor)

9:30­10:45 a.m. Parent Morning Mingle and Student Research Panel RSVP required

Parents of current students are invited by the Parent Leadership Gift Council for morning muffins, coffee and beverages. A student/faculty panel will discuss and answer your questions about collaborative research opportunities at Southwestern. Roy and Lillie Cullen Building, Room 310 (3rd Floor)

9:30­10:45 a.m. Class Committee Reception

RSVP required All Class Committee Officers (formerly class agents and class delegates), Class Committee Members, and guests are invited to celebrate another year of class connections by meeting and mingling with other volunteers across the years. Roy and Lillie Cullen Building, Schrum Alumni Center (2nd Floor)

10-10:50 a.m. Residence Hall Open Houses Southwestern’s Office of Residence Life will have rooms in each of the following residence halls to view: Martin Ruter Residence Hall, Lobby Brown­Cody Residence Hall, Lobby Ernest L. Kurth Residence Hall, Lobby J.E. & L.E. Mabee Residence Hall, Lobby

10-10:50 a.m. Tour the Fondren-Jones Science Center (Renovations in progress) Take a tour of the Science Center renovation as guided by Southwestern students and faculty. Please meet on the porch of Mood­Bridwell Hall. The final tour will begin at 10:30 a.m. Meet at Mood­Bridwell Hall, Patio

10­10:50 a.m. Men’s Basketball Alumni Game The Men’s Basketball Team will take on former Pirate athletes. If you are interested in participating, please email Head Coach Janson Hightower. Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Court

10 a.m.­2 p.m. Alumni Directory Kiosk

Learn how to use the online alumni directory, with help from officers from The Greater Georgetown Association of Southwestern University Alumni. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Bob and Vivian Smith Concourse

11 a.m. We are Southwestern to 12:15 p.m. All Homecoming attendees are encouraged to attend this celebration of the

Southwestern Experience, honoring the achievements of students, alumni and faculty, including the 2015 Association Awards to:

F. Fleming Crim ’69 ­ Medal of Honor Rev. Milton Jordan ’62 ­ Distinguished Southwestern Service Captain Thomas Herzig ’84 ­ Distinguished Professional Stephanie Braccini ’02 ­ Distinguished Professional Megan M. McCarty ’09 ­ Distinguished Young Alumna

Hal Haskell, professor of classics ­ Mr. Homecoming The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Building, Alma Thomas Theater

11 a.m. Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving vs. Texas­Permian Basin

Cheer on the Southwestern Pirates as our student­athletes compete. Corbin J. Robertson Center, Walzel Natatorium

11:30 a.m. Student Symposium to 1:30 p.m. This come­and­go event highlights First­Year Seminar program and showcases

culminating student experiences. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge

12:30-1:15 p.m. Homecoming Cup Treas-arrrrr Hunt Registration required A fun family activity. One team captain may register a team of five people (children welcome with a responsible adult) and are required to have an Instagram handle (one personal handle is acceptable). This is the last of three Homecoming Cup events coordinated by Student Foundation members Elizabeth Wright ’18, Emilie Fisher ’18 and Najmu Mohseen ’17. Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall, meet in front of Lois Perkins Chapel

12:30-2:30 p.m. Homecoming Picnic Cost: $15 per adult; $7.50 for children (ages of 6­12); Free for children ages 5 and under All members of the Southwestern community are invited to enjoy a barbecue lunch, a University Homecoming tradition since 1909! Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall

1­5 p.m. Alumni Audio “Booth”

The Library’s Office of Special Collections will be compiling alumni stories and invite you to share your memories. A. Frank Smith Jr. Library Center, Special Collections (2nd Floor)

1:30­2:30 p.m. Paideia Global Health Cluster Seminar Discussion Join members of the Paideia Global Health Cluster Seminar as they find connections between traditional and modern approaches to medicine and healing. F.W. Olin Building, Room 207

2­2:45 p.m. From the Bookshelf: David Gaines, Associate Professor of English Associate Professor of English, David Gaines, introduces his new book, In Dylan Town: A Fan’s Life. Enjoy a reading from the author as he reads an excerpt. A. Frank Smith Library Center, Periodicals Reading Room 130 (1st Floor)

2-3:30 p.m. Student Organization and Alumni Connection Group Receptions Various Locations (see individual organizations below for more information)

Alpha Delta Pi Sharon Lord Caskey Center, Chapter Room Coalition for Diversity and Social Justice Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Center for Lifelong Learning, Cross Cultural Center (Rooms 233 and 234) Delta Delta Delta Sorority Sharon Lord Caskey Center, Chapter Room Delta Omicron and Mask & Wig The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Jim and Pat Walzel Lobby

Kappa Alpha Order Chapter House Kappa Delta Chi Sorority (2­3 p.m.) Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Center for Lifelong Learning, Room 132 Kappa Sigma Fraternity Open Chapter meeting. Chapter House

Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Chapter House

Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Join us for a special announcement that you will not want to miss. Roy & Lillie Cullen Building, Schrum Alumni Center (2nd Floor)

2­3:30 p.m. Academic Reception: Environmental Studies & Students for Environmental Activism and Knowledge (SEAK) Mood­Bridwell Hall, Environmental Lounge (1st Floor)

2­3:30 p.m. Delta Zeta Alumnae Reception

Cost: $5 per person This annual gathering celebrates the sisterhood of Delta Zeta at Southwestern. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Lynda McCombs Ballroom

3:30-4:30 p.m. Paideia Connections Discover the connections between the research of two Southwestern faculty members. “Making Sense of Franz Marc: Abstraction and the Animalization of Art” is the topic presented by Kim Smith, professor of art history. “Prices, Housing

Assistance, and Poverty” is the topic presented by Dirk Early, professor of economics. F.W. Olin Building, Room 105

3:30-4:30 p.m. Root Beer Floating Enjoy a root beer or coke float with family and friends. Julie Puett Howry Center

4:30­6 p.m. Academic Reception: Anthropology and Sociology Roy & Lillie Cullen Building, Room 350 (3rd Floor)

4:30-8 p.m. Homecoming Hospitality House Networking Night Adults ages 21 and older (including Southwestern students) are invited for refreshments and networking activities with members of the Southwestern community. There will be prizes. A valid government­issued ID is required. Southwestern faculty, staff and current students must also show his/her Pirate ID card. Homecoming Hospitality House, Julie Puett Howry Center

5­7:30 p.m. Dinner in the Commons

If you would like to eat dinner on campus, you may pay for your meal at the Cashier’s station in front the Commons. Meals are $8.25 for adults and $5.50 for children between the ages of 2 and 10. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

5­7:30 p.m. Class of 1960: 55th Reunion Party Cost: $30 per person Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Lynda McCombs Room

5­7:30 p.m. Class of 1970: 45th Reunion

Cost: $25 per person F.W. Olin Building, Lobby and Patio

5­8 p.m. Class of 1985: 30th Reunion Party

Cost: $30 per person The Wildfire Restaurant, 812 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown 78626

5:30­7:30 p.m. Class of 1965: 50th Reunion Dinner

RSVP required Eats on Eighth Restaurant, 204 E. 8th St., Georgetown 78626

5:30­7:30 p.m. Class of 2005: 10th Reunion Party

Cost: $13 per person The Uptown Social, 501 S. Austin Ave., Georgetown 78626 (4th Floor)

5:30­7:30 p.m. Class of 2010: 5th Reunion Party

Cost: $23 per person

Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Center for Lifelong Learning, Mabee Lobby 6­8 p.m. Class of 1975: 40th Reunion Party

Cost: $25 per person Mood­Bridwell Hall, Atrium and Patio

6­8 p.m. Class of 1990: 25th Reunion Party

Cost: $20 per person Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Center for Lifelong Learning, Prothro Open Lounge (2nd Floor)

6­8 p.m. Class of 1995: 20th Reunion Party

Cost: $25 Adult/ $7 Children (ages 3­12) Dorothy Manning Lord Residential Center, Community Room

6­8:30 p.m. Class of 2000: 15th Reunion Party Cost: $30 per person Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Connie McNab Room

6:30­9 p.m. Class of 1980: 35th Reunion Party

Cost: $32 per person The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Building, Caldwell­Carvey Foyer

8-11 p.m. 175th Anniversary Party The biggest, can’t­miss party of the year! Celebrate Southwestern’s anniversary with games, a laser light show, and live music by The Jalapeno Heads and Walker Lukens ’09. Food trucks and beverage services will be available for purchase (cash and credit card accepted). Giveaways will be announced, including a special edition Pirate Bike and the naming of two locations on campus! Those who pre­registered by Oct. 8 will get one free ticket for the giveaways in their weekend packet. Additional tickets will be available to purchase for $1 with proceeds benefitting The Southwestern Fund. Roy H. Cullen Academic Mall and Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2015

10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Brunch in the Commons If you would like to eat brunch on campus, you may pay for your meal at the Cashier’s station in front the Commons. Meals are $9.75 for adults and $7.75 for children between the ages of 2 and 10. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. and L.E. Mabee Commons

11 a.m. Homecoming Worship Service This service includes the reading of the names of recently deceased alumni and community members. The service will be led by Rev. Megan Davidson ’06, University Chaplain and Director of Spiritual Life. Music will feature organist Pam Gregory Rossman ’72 and the Southwestern Chorale.

Lois Perkins Chapel

12:30­2:30 p.m. Leadership Luncheon (hosted by Pi Kappa Alpha) Cost: $23 per person This event will inspire all members of the Southwestern community to serve at their utmost leadership potential. The featured speaker is Rev. James Foster ’72. Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Ballrooms