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Homecoming 2004 highlights
FOR FAMILIES, STUDENTS, ALUMNAE/I AND FRIENDS
Celebrate the start of something (and someone) new amid the traditional beauty of autumn at Wheaton. With the campus in full swing, the fall is the perfect time to visit for a weekend of thought-provoking lectures and lively performances. Alumnae/i, students, parents, families and friends will find lots to do and enjoy. And the weekend marks the first major gathering of the Wheaton family with our new president, Ronald A. Crutcher. Homecoming 2004 is packed with opportunities to participate.
Join us for Homecoming weekend, October 22-24, and experience the excitement of Wheaton today.
Note: A few events require advance tickets. To register by phone, call 508-286-8222.
Read on for weekend highlights.
Classes of Distinction*
Friday morning
Learn what sets Wheaton apart: outstanding teachers, students and facilities. Sit in on a Wheaton class and see for yourself.
Welcome to the Weekend*
Friday at 4:30 p.m.
Meet the faculty and staff members who enrich the Wheaton experience.
Poet Laureate Billy Collins
Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Set off on a wide-ranging journey of the mind with Billy Collins, U.S. poet laureate from 2001 to 2003. The Jane Ruby Lecture Series presents the critically acclaimed Collins, whose work also has earned a broad popular following. He has authored seven collections of poems, and his work has appeared in The New Yorker, The Paris Review, The American Scholar and other publications. Collins sees his poetry as "a form of travel writing" and considers humor "a door into the serious." His poetry is a door that many thousands of readers have opened with amazement and delight.
Wheaton Voices*
Friday at 8:30 p.m.
Listen to the Wheatones, the Whims, the Chorale and Chamber Singers, the Gentlemen Callers, and Voices United to Jam in concert.
Major Connections*
Saturday at 9:30 a.m.
Discover how marketable a Wheaton English major is in a panel discussion with recent alumnae/i who will share how they have put their undergraduate degrees to good use.
Life Transitions: The Changing Relationship with Your Adult Child*
Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Learn strategies for managing this new chapter of your life in a discussion facilitated by the Filene Center for Work and Learning.
The Global Classroom*
Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Student winners of fellowships made possible by the Shelby Cullom Davis Foundation as well as other experiential learning fellowships recount their overseas experiences.
Plus: presentations by our talented faculty, including Professor of Political Science Jay Goodman!
Haas Center Room Dedication
Saturday at 11 a.m.
Join in a memorial celebration of the contributions of Joseph Tokarz P'99, building services worker, to all the teams and coaches who have made Haas Athletic Center their home.
Alumnae/i Association Fall Celebration
Saturday at 11:30 a.m.
Cheer on this year's Alumnae/i Achievement Award winners Josephine "Dody" Wilding Freeman '44, Nancy Woodruff Wheeler '45, Suzanne Vitagliano DelVecchio '64, Deirdre Houlihan DiCara '77 and Ernesto Semedo '96 at their recognition ceremony. The celebration also offers alumnae/i a chance to hear from President Ronald A. Crutcher.
Homecoming BBQ Lunch*
Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Enjoy Wheaton favorites, including this year's Taste of Home winner.
Presidential Briefing for Parents*
Saturday at 1:30 p.m.
President Ronald A. Crutcher discusses the student experience and offers a special opportunity for families to learn about current happenings at the college.
Wheaton Marketplace*
Saturday starting at 1:30 p.m.
Stroll through the Dimple and enjoy a juried art and craft show featuring works by alumnae/i, parents, students and friends.
Celebrate Latino Heritage Month*
Saturday at various times
Sponsored by the Latino Student Association.
Dance Company Preview*
Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
Join the Wheaton College Dance Company as they preview works for their February performance.
Molecules to Masterpieces*
Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
Art and science come together in a hands-on exploration of the chemistry behind frescoes. Following a talk by Professor Laura Muller, guests will be invited to roll up their sleeves and create a masterpiece of their own using this ancient technique of painting on plaster.
Global Education: Its Relevance and Urgency in a Postmodern Age*
Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
More than ever, Americans need to be prepared to negotiate an increasingly interdependent and interconnected world. Institutions of higher education offer the last best hope to make this happen. This panel will discuss Wheaton's commitment to prepare students who are globally competent, and to make global education one of the central pillars of the academic experience.
Gay Marriage: Redefining or Reaffirming an Institution
Saturday at 3 p.m.
David Wilson and Rob Campton, plaintiffs in the landmark Massachusetts Supreme Court case that legalized gay marriage in the state, join moderator Becky Hemperly '88, journalist Rosy White and attorney Kerin Stackpole '84 in a panel discussion that will detail the background of the Goodridge case and its implications for the future. Sponsored by the LGBTA.
Prelude to a Kiss: The Preview*
Saturday at 4 p.m.
Actor and Assistant Professor of Theatre Stephanie Burlington '97 and her students stage a sneak preview of their production of the Tony Award-winning play by Craig Lucas.
Christopher Parkening in Concert
Saturday at 8 p.m.
Parkening is celebrated as one of the world's preeminent classical guitarists. His dramatic virtuosity and eloquent musicianship have captivated audiences around the world and earned him two Grammy nominations. Note: As of October 6, tickets are no longer available for this concert. To be added to our mailing list for advance notice of arts events, please e-mail your name and mailing address to arts@wheatoncollege.edu.
Multifaith Service*
Sunday at 10 a.m.
Explore the spiritual side of the Wheaton community through this annual multifaith celebration.
Bagel Brunch*
Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
Sponsored by the Wheaton Hillel Chapter.
*Special attractions for families.
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