Saint Francis University 2018 Alumni Weekend New Look. Same Values. THURSDAY, JULY 26 ~ SUNDAY, JULY 29 u 2018
SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCE Schedule and locations are subject to change. Pick up the final schedule at registration when you arrive on campus. End times are approximate. Wednesday, July 25 10:00 am-4:00 pm The Grotto Service Project Grotto Thursday, July 26 10:00 am-4:00 pm The Grotto Service Project Grotto 5:30 pm-7:30 pm All-Alumni Welcome Dinner JFK 7:45 pm-9:00 pm Twilight Mass Grotto Friday, July 27 11:00 am-3:00 pm Bus Trip: Railroaders Museum Meet in Front of JFK & Horseshoe Curve 1:00 pm-2:00 pm The New Tax Bill and SFU Giving Explained Schwab 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Keirn Family World War II Museum See p. 3 for Information 3:00 pm-4:30 pm Seminar: Pinot-Pinot-Pinot-Pinot 101 DiSepio Wine Tasting 3:30 pm-4:00 pm Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & Shrines Grotto 4:00 pm-5:00 pm Tour: Mount Assisi & Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens Schwab Gardens 4:30 pm-7:00 pm Class of 73 Reception Immergrün Clubhouse 5:00 pm-7:00 pm Class of 68 Reception Schwab Hall, Vista Room 7:00 pm-9:30 pm Alumni Kickoff Party JFK, Upper Level 9:30 pm President s Fireworks JFK Parking Area 10:00 pm-11:00 pm Ghost Stories with Dr. Kirk Weixel Behind JFK Saturday, July 28 8:00 am-3:00 pm Dorothy Day Outreach Center Dorothy Day Tag Sale Outreach Center 8:30 am-9:30 am 30 th Annual Fr. Bede Fitness & Fun Walk Meet in Front of JFK 9:00 am-2:00 pm Display: 50 Years of Red Flash Women s Sports Library 9:30 am-10:00 am Alumni Memorial Prayer Service Chapel 9:30 am-noon Alumni Golf Outing Immergrün Golf Course 10:00 am-10:30 am Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & Shrines Grotto 10:00 am-11:00 am Tour: Science Center Science Center Saturday, July 28, cont. 10:00 am-10:30 am Sullivan Hall Groundbreaking Ceremony Sullivan Hall 10:30 am-11:00 am Alumni Association Annual Meeting JFK, Lower Level 10:30 am-11:30 am International Coffee House Padua Lounge 11:00 am-12:30 pm 50 th Anniversary Southern Alleghenies Celebration Brunch Museum of Art 11:30 am-12:30 pm DiSepio Wellness Fair DiSepio 12:30 pm-2:00 pm Seminar: Pinot-Pinot-Pinot-Pinot 101 DiSepio Wine Tasting 12:30 pm-3:00 pm Alumni Golf Outing Immergrün Golf Course 12:30 pm-3:30 pm Keirn Family World War II Museum See p. 5 for Information 1:00 pm-1:30 pm 2 nd Lt. James Barry McGill '66 Chapel Walkway Memorial Bench Blessing 1:30 pm-2:00 pm Edward Karpenski '73 Near St. Joan Hall Memorial Tree Blessing 2:00 pm-3:00 pm The New Tax Bill and SFU Giving Explained Schwab 2:00 pm-4:00 pm Brew and Chew Schwab Hall 3:00 pm-3:30 pm Fine Arts Complex Stairway Boiler House Blessing & Dedication 3:00 pm-4:00 pm Tour: Mount Assisi & Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens Schwab Gardens 4:15 pm-5:00 pm Marriage Vow Renewal Chapel 5:00 pm-6:00 pm Alumni Memorial Mass Chapel 6:00 pm-6:45 pm Distinguished Alumni Photos and JFK Auditorium 50 th Anniversary Class Photo 6:00 pm-7:00 pm Cocktail Reception JFK, Lower Level 7:00 pm-9:00 pm Annual Alumni Dinner JFK, Upper Level 9:00 pm-10:00 pm Reunion Year Class Photos JFK Auditorium 9:00 pm-midnight The After Party JFK, Lower Level Sunday, July 29 9:00 am-10:00 am Grotto Mass Grotto 10:00 am-10:30 am Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & Shrines Grotto 10:00 am-11:00 am Chapel Mass Chapel Registration & Check-In JFK, Upper Level Thursday Noon - 8:00 pm Friday 9:00 am - 9:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Hospitality Bar JFK, Upper Level Thursday Noon - 10:00 pm Friday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Torvian Meal Times Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Saturday & Sunday Breakfast: 7:30 am - 9:30 am Brunch: 8:00 am - Noon Lunch: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Dinner: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Coffee & Tea in Residence Halls Friday, Saturday & Sunday 6:30 am - 8:30 am Join the Alumni Association on your Registration Form and enjoy member savings throughout the weekend.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Alumni Weekend 2018 has something to offer everyone. Wednesday, July 25 Thursday, July 26, cont. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Grotto The Grotto Service Project Please see box below for more information. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Grotto The Grotto Service Project Please see box below for more information. 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm JFK, Lower Level Alumni Service Projects DIY Room Help all SFU students by contributing to the Do It Yourself room located on the bottom floor of the JFK. Any craft supplies (yarn, scrapbooking supplies, paints, poster board, markers, etc.) are welcome and needed for students to produce their own posters, advertisements, signs and much more. R.E.D. Day R.E.D. is organized by the Saint Francis chapter of Gamma Sigma Sigma (a national service sorority), and members of the Saint Francis community sign up as individuals or groups to volunteer in communities surrounding the University as a way of saying thank you. The community can also submit requests for projects to be completed by University students. Consider contributing any items that will help our community efforts such as lawn and gardening tools, work gloves, garbage bags, paint brushes, rollers, etc. All donations can be dropped off at the JFK lower level in the DIY room. 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm JFK All Alumni Welcome Dinner Thursday, July 26 Gather for dinner and drinks in the JFK. After dinner, make your way to Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto for the Twilight Mass. DiSepio Fitness Center Thursday & Friday u 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Saturday & Sunday u 10:00 am to 6:00 pm 7:45 pm - 9:00 pm Grotto Twilight Mass Join us to celebrate the beauty of our campus, the work of the Lourdes Army and the opportunity we have to return home to Loretto. This Mass will be led by Rev. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., Ph.D., and President of Saint Francis University. The Grotto Service Project Wednesday, July 26 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Thursday, July 27 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Put your talents to work refreshing a beautiful part of our beautiful campus! Join the Lourdes Army in a special service project focusing on the Grotto and the Saint Francis Nature Trail. With the help and support of the Saint Francis maintenance team, volunteers will prepare the Grotto for the weekend s open air Masses on Thursday and Sunday. No special skills are required to be part of this special pre-alumni Weekend event. Early arrivals who wish to stay in Christian Hall will still have to follow the Christian Hall reservation process and must plan to stay in Christian at least through Friday night. Space on the project is limited, and pre-registration is required 2
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Alumni Weekend 2018 has something to offer everyone. Friday, July 27 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Meet in Front of JFK Bus Trip: Railroaders Museum and Horseshoe Curve, Altoona, PA All aboard! For more than a century Altoona was one of the most important rail facilities in the United States, and the Railroaders Museum s 3 floors of interactive displays celebrates this history in an informative and entertaining manner. After the museum you ll be transported to the Horseshoe Curve, a National Historic Landmark where you ll see trains rumble by from the Curve s observation park. 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Schwab The New Tax Bill and SFU Giving Explained Class is in session! What does the new tax bill mean for you when it comes to your annual giving to Saint Francis University? Join us as Dr. Jim Logue, Professor of Accounting, breaks down what's in the bill and how it affects both your charitable gifts to the University as well as the University itself. 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Keirn Family World War II Museum The Keirn Family World War II Museum at Saint Francis University captures the essence of the Greatest Generation and paints a picture of life in the 1940s that goes far beyond the battlefield as told through the stories of the men and women of Pennsylvania. Vans are available at JFK to shuttle you to the museum, or you can visit the museum on your own at 160 St. Mary s Street, directly across from Smithmyer s Superette. 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm DiSepio Seminar: Pinot-Pinot-Pinot-Pinot 101 Wine Tasting After last year s sold out seminars, alumnus Phil Tartaglione 78 returns to campus for yet another wine tasting that s sure to sell out quickly. This year he ll take alumni on a tasting tour of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir, sampling wines from France, Italy, Oregon, California and New Zealand. Seating is limited, so register now! 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Grotto Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & Shrines Denis Corrigan 78 will lead a tour of the Grotto, which encompasses the Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, the Pieta Shrine, an outdoor Nativity Scene, the Stations of the Cross pathway, the St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare Shrines, and our newest addition the Saint Genesius Shrine. This hidden jewel of campus is largely maintained by The Lourdes Army, a dedicated group of alumni volunteers. Weather permitting. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens Tour: Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens Originally built by the steel magnate Charles Schwab as his summer residence, the mansion now houses friars of the Sacred Heart Province. Enjoy this tour of the gardens surrounding the estate. 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm JFK, Upper Level Alumni Kickoff Party What makes a great party? Great food, great music, great people, and just a little bit of ridiculousness. We ll provide the food, the music via the best hits from our anniversary class years, and the ridiculousness in the form of our photo booth. YOU provide the great people! 9:30 pm JFK Parking Lot President s Fireworks 10:00 am - 11:00 pm Behind JFK Ghost Stories with Dr. Kirk Weixel Join us for s'mores and scares as Dr. Weixel tells ghost stories around the campfire, sharing tales that have happened both at Saint Francis University and to our alumni once they've left the campus. 3
Saturday, July 28 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Dorothy Day Outreach Center Dorothy Day Outreach Center Tag Sale Wander up to the DDOC and check out a wide variety of gently-used clothing, toys, books and household items. Proceeds benefit the outreach services of the Center. 8:30 am - 9:30 am Meet in front of the JFK 30 th Annual Fr. Bede Fitness & Fun Walk Start your Saturday off right! Join us for a walk through campus in the spirit of the legendary Fr. Bede Hines, T.O.R. and remember your fondest memories of Fr. Bede both in the classroom and on the track. 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Library Library Display: 50 Years of Red Flash Women s Sports Stop by the library to relive half a century of women s sporting excellence at Saint Francis University. From the inaugural seasons to multiple championships both on the field and in the classroom, this display will get you excited for next year s sports season! Go Red Flash! 9:30 am - 10:00 am Chapel Alumni Memorial Prayer Service Gather with members of the alumni board for a memorial prayer service. This service will be a time to remember the alumni, faculty, and friars who are no longer with us since our last Alumni Weekend but whose impact on our lives is not forgotten. 9:30 am - Noon Immergrün Golf Course Alumni Golf Outing Play a round of 9 in the morning or in the afternoon, or choose both and play 18 on our historic course. Prizes will be given in this best-ball scramble. Even if you are not playing a round, stop by Immergrün to see what changes have been made since your last visit. 10:00 am - 10:30 am Grotto Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & Shrines Denis Corrigan 78 will lead a tour of the Grotto, which encompasses the Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, the Pieta Shrine, an outdoor Nativity Scene, the Stations of the Cross pathway, the St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare Shrines, and our newest addition the Saint Genesius Shrine. This hidden jewel of campus is largely maintained by The Lourdes Army, a dedicated group of alumni volunteers. Weather permitting. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Science Center Tour: Science Center Take a faculty-led tour through Saint Francis s newest building and see the research tools and facilities our students use every day. See the biochemistry and forensic science lab, our giant salt water aquarium, soil strata display for the engineers, and so much more! 10:00 am - 10:30 am Sullivan Hall Sullivan Hall Groundbreaking Ceremony Big things are coming! Join Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., Ph.D., and President of Saint Francis University, for a ceremonial groundbreaking on the new addition to Sullivan Hall as it becomes the home of the School of Health Sciences. This is just the first part of a multi-year, multi-stage plan to unveil the newest improvement at Saint Francis University. 4
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Alumni Weekend 2018 has something to offer everyone. Saturday, July 28, cont. 10:30 am - 11:00 am JFK, Lower Level Alumni Association Annual Meeting All members of the Alumni Association are encouraged to attend the annual meeting. Meet representatives from the Association s Board of Directors and learn more about their yearlong strategic planning review as they seek to improve the opportunities for all members. 10:30 am - 11:30 am Padua Lounge International Coffee House Our study abroad site in Ambialet, France is celebrating 10 years this summer, and it s just one of the University s many international opportunities for our students. Let us bring the world to you as we celebrate our study abroad opportunities with coffee and teas from around the globe. 11:00 am - 12 :30 pm The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art 50 th Anniversary Celebration Brunch Members of the Class of 1968 are invited to join Fr. Malachi Van Tassell, T.O.R., P.h.D., President, at a celebration brunch in honor of their 50 th anniversary, to be held in the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (formerly Doyle Hall). Alumni who have previously celebrated their 50 th also are invited to attend and celebrate with the Class of 1968. 11:30 am - 12:30 pm DiSepio DiSepio Wellness Fair Experience for yourself why Saint Francis has one of the best Schools of Health Sciences in the country. Step into the Bod Pod for a body composition analysis performed by one of the institute s professionals, and see such devices in action as the V02max aerobic capacity machine, the concussion analysis machine, and our motion-capture technology. 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm DiSepio Seminar: Pinot-Pinot-Pinot-Pinot 101 Wine Tasting After last year s sold out seminars, alumnus Phil Tartaglione 78 returns to campus for yet another wine tasting that s sure to sell out quickly. This year he ll take alumni on a tasting tour of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir, sampling wines from France, Italy, Oregon, California and New Zealand. Seating is limited, so register now! 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Immergrün Golf Course Alumni Golf Outing Play a round of 9 in the morning or in the afternoon, or choose both and play 18 on our historic course. Prizes will be given in this best-ball scramble. Even if you are not playing a round, stop by Immergrün to see what changes have been made since your last visit. 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Keirn Family World War II Museum The Keirn Family World War II Museum at Saint Francis University is a significant collection that captures the essence of the Greatest Generation and paints a picture of life in the 1940s that goes far beyond the battlefield as told through the stories of the men and women of Pennsylvania. Vans are available at JFK to shuttle you to the museum, or you can visit the museum on your own at 160 St. Mary s Street, directly across from Smithmyer s Superette. 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Schwab The New Tax Bill and SFU Giving Explained Class is in session! What does the new tax bill mean for you when it comes to your annual giving to Saint Francis University? Join us as Dr. Jim Logue, Professor of Accounting, breaks down what's in the bill and how it affects both your charitable gifts to the University as well as the University itself. 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Vista Room in Schwab Hall Brew & Chew Success is everywhere! The School of Business has a long, rich and successful history at SFU. Tour the renovated Schwab Hall, and meet and talk with Dr. Randy Frye, Dean of the Shields School of Business. While you are in Schwab Hall, purchase a Brew and Chew ticket and support our Fermentation Arts program! Our 4 th annual Brew and Chew will be located on the third floor in the Vista room. Taste for yourself as we feature different batches of beer made especially for our Alumni. Enjoy good eats provided by Parkhurst dining services. Each ticket provides one sampling of each of the four beers as well as sample plates of food. 5
Saturday, July 28, cont. Sunday, July 29 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens Tour: Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens Originally built by the steel magnate Charles Schwab as his summer residence, the mansion now houses friars of the Sacred Heart Province. Enjoy this tour of the gardens surrounding the estate. 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm Immaculate Conception Chapel Marriage Vow Renewal All couples are invited to participate in a renewal of their wedding vows in the chapel before the Alumni Memorial Mass. The brief ecumenical service is open to all Christian couples. Each alumni couple will receive a souvenir keepsake and a commemorative photo. 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Immaculate Conception Chapel Alumni Memorial Mass Join Rev. Malachi VanTassell, T.O.R., Ph.D., President of Saint Francis, in a liturgy to remember alumni who have died in the past year and to celebrate the bonds of faith that bring us together. If you wish to participate as a gift bearer, Eucharistic Minister or reader, please indicate your willingness on the Registration Form. 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm JFK, Lower Level Cocktail Reception Join us for hors d oeuvres and another opportunity to meet tonight s awardees. 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm JFK Student Center Annual Alumni Recognition Dinner A highlight of the weekend, join us for dinner, dessert, and the presentation of our Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Young Alumni awards. 9:00 am - 10:00 am Grotto Grotto Mass After its dedication on September 8, 1937, the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto was the setting for candlelight services and outdoor Masses during popular retreats held on campus. Relive this tradition with Sunday Mass in the Grotto. If it rains, the Grotto Mass will be cancelled; alumni may attend the 10:00 am Mass in the Immaculate Conception Chapel. 10:00 am - 10:30 am Grotto Tour: Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto & Shrines Denis Corrigan 78 will lead a tour of the Grotto, which encompasses the Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine, the Pieta Shrine, an outdoor Nativity Scene, the Stations of the Cross pathway, the St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare Shrines, and our newest addition the Saint Genesius Shrine. This hidden jewel of campus is largely maintained by The Lourdes Army, a dedicated group of alumni volunteers. Weather permitting. 10:00 am - 11:00 am Immaculate Conception Chapel Chapel Mass Saint Francis University Bookstore 9:00 pm - Midnight JFK Lower Level The After Party Keep the party going as we dance the night away downstairs. The event will begin promptly following the Recognition Dinner. 6 Wednesday Thursday Friday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday: 9:00 am - Noon JFK Lower Level Load up on your favorite Saint Francis gear in our bookstore. Alumni Association members earn an extra 10% off.
ALUMNI WEEKEND HOUSING INFORMATION To reserve a room in Christian Hall, read this! Christian Hall is always highly sought after by alumni attending Alumni Weekend, and rooms fill up quickly. Rooms are always provided first to the 50 th anniversary class first, then to earlier graduating classes, and then to all remaining alumni on a first-come-first-served basis. If you re interested in staying in Christian Hall, please find the section that fits your class year and read the directions in their entirety. Our 2018 pricing for Christian Hall is $105 per night. Two night mandatory stay. CLASS of 1968: Register for Alumni Weekend by Sunday, June 10 th, in order to ensure your stay in Christian Hall. We cannot guarantee rooms for the Class of 68 after this date. CLASS of 1967 or EARLIER: Call the Office of Alumni Engagement at 814-472-3015 or 814-472-3126 on Monday, June 11 th, to reserve a room in Christian Hall. We will begin accepting calls at 9:00 am and continue until rooms are full. Attempted reservations for Christian Hall prior to June 11 th will not be accepted. You will be placed on a waitlist if we cannot provide you with a room in Christian Hall. CLASS of 1969 or LATER: Call the Office of Alumni Engagement at 814-472-3015 or 814-472-3126 on Wednesday, June 13 th, to reserve a room in Christian Hall. We will begin accepting calls at 9:00 am and continue until rooms are full. Attempted reservations for Christian Hall prior to June 13 th will not be accepted. You will be placed on a waitlist if we cannot provide you with a room in Christian Hall. If there are no rooms available by the 13 th, an announcement will placed on the alumni webpage. Register online at: http://forever.francis.edu/alumniweekend2018 or call in your reservation to (814) 472-3015 Other Residence Hall Accommodations Several halls will be used to provide accommodations during Alumni Weekend. We use both men s and women s residence halls. They include two twin-size beds, no private baths, and no air conditioning. Single rooms consist of one twin bed, with one set of linens. Double rooms consist of two twin beds and two sets of linens. Each room will be outfitted with sheets (twin flat sheets only), blankets, and small towels. Alumni may want to bring personal care items such as bathrobes, alarm clocks, slippers, hangers, shower shoes, and additional towels, blankets, and fitted sheets/bedding, depending on your preferences. As these rooms are not air-conditioned, you may also want to bring a fan. You may bring sleeping bags for children so they can camp out in your room at no extra charge. Complimentary coffee and tea will be served in the dorm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings for overnight guests. Guests requiring food to take with medications are encouraged to bring their own snacks. Our 2018 pricing for residence halls is $60 per night for both double and single rooms. For all Alumni Association members, your third night is free. Room Keys Christian Hall: Alumni staying in Christian Hall can pick up their keys at Christian s front desk. At the end of the weekend, alumni should turn in their keys to the front desk. Other Residence Halls: Alumni staying in other residence halls will be given their key at JFK registration and check-in. Upon departure, keys should be dropped off in the Key Return box either at Torvian, or the Key Return boxes in the dorms. All alumni are responsible for returning their keys. If a key is not returned, the alumnus/a will be billed $50 by the Alumni Office to cover the cost of replacing the lock and key. Furniture Removal Removing any furniture from the residence halls or any campus facility is strictly forbidden, and alumni caught doing so may be asked to pay for replacement furnishings if the furniture is damaged in any way. If you plan on hanging out in front of the dorm, we recommend that you bring a lawn chair or beach towel with you to use over the weekend. Pet Policy Pets of any kind are NOT permitted in any of the dorm rooms unless they are service animals (e.g., seeing eye dogs). Off-Campus Housing Options Most alumni stay on campus for the weekend. However, if you prefer to stay in a hotel or a local bed and breakfast, information on area accommodations can be found at http://francis.edu/visitor-information/. Reservation Policy: 1) Christian Hall requires a two-night mandatory stay. 2) Your Christian Hall reservation must be paid in full at the time of reservation. 7 3) Only one room per alumni family can be reserved in Christian Hall. 4) You may not make reservations for other alumni.
Group Gatherings Reunion-year Celebrations FRIDAY, JULY 27 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm Immergrün Club House Class of 73 Reception Celebrate 45 years with your classmates! Relive stories from your college days, take in music from the early 70s, and enjoy picnic fare at the iconic Immergrün Club House. This reception will have a cash bar. 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Vista Room in Schwab Hall Class of 68 Reception Welcome to our 50 th Anniversary class, and now let s start the weekend off right! Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and refreshments Friday evening in the Vista Room in the newly renovated Schwab Hall. Noon - 9:00 pm SATURDAY, JULY 28 Delta Sigma Phi Picnic Our Lady of Loretto Social Hall, Loretto Delta brothers and their families are invited to attend the 12 th Annual Delta Sigma Phi Alumni Picnic. Come enjoy good food with good friends! 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Saint Elizabeth Hall Patio Alpha Phi Delta Cookout All brothers and their families are invited to the 7 th annual gathering. Join your fellow brothers to celebrate the past, present and future of Alpha Phi Delta! 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art 50 th Anniversary Celebration Brunch Congratulations to the Class of 1968! Come celebrate this milestone anniversary in the former Doyle Hall and share stories with old friends. 8
ALUMNI WEEKEND INFORMATION Attendee List GENERAL The Alumni Weekend attendee list of alumni, faculty, and staff is posted here: http://forever.francis.edu/alumniweekend2018. It updates as soon as someone registers, so it is always up to date! Children You are welcome to bring your children to Alumni Weekend. However, certain events such as the Friday kickoff and the Saturday dinner-dance are not be appropriate for children under 12. Children attending these activities require an adult ticket, as there is no children s pricing for these events. The University does not offer a babysitting/child care service, but you may bring your own sitter to Alumni Weekend. Class Photos Reunion-year class photos will be taken after the dinner on Saturday, July 28, except for the 50 th anniversary class photos, which will be taken before the dinner. Fifty-year graduates will be mailed a complimentary 5x7 print of their class photo. All other class photos, as well as all photos from the weekend, will be uploaded to Alumni Engagement s Flicker site and alumni will be provided with a link and downloading instructions. Dress Code There is no enforced dress code for the dinner/dance. Many alumni still dress up, but some now follow a business casual approach: button up shirts (with or without tie), golf shirts, or Hawaiian shirts, with slacks or dress pants for men; dresses or blouses or casual shirts with slacks, capris, or skirts for women. Feel free to dress up or dress down, according to your own preference. Smoking Policy All campus residence halls and buildings are smoke-free. No smoking is permitted inside any campus building. Reservations Advance reservations are required for the Saturday dinner/dance; unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate walk-ins for this event. Reservations also are highly recommended for all other Alumni Weekend meals and activities listed on the Registration Form. You can register for all aspects of Alumni Weekend, except for a Christian Hall room, by using the online reservation form located at http://forever.francis.edu/alumniweekend2018 or by calling Laura Lamb at 814-472-3015. Refund Policy Cancellations will be accepted with full refunds until 5:00 pm, Monday, July 23. No refunds will be given for Christian Hall unless we are able to fill the room for the same period of time as the original reservation. Meals All meals served on campus during Alumni Weekend will be catered by Parkhurst Dining Services. Member Pricing vs. Nonmember Pricing All meals and some paid events have two price categories: member and nonmember. Member pricing provides significant savings for lifetime members of the Alumni Association, current annual members and to those who join for the 2018-19 year before or during Alumni Weekend. To enjoy member savings throughout the weekend, add your membership fee to your Alumni Weekend total in the designated section, and then select meals at the member price. Please note: if you select meals at the member price and are not a member of the Association (lifetime or yearly for 2018-19), you will be charged the nonmember price on your Alumni Weekend invoice. Coffee & Tea Complimentary coffee and tea also will be provided in the residence halls on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings. Hospitality Bar MEALS The hospitality bar with complimentary water, sodas, beers, wine, and chips will be open from Noon until 10:00 pm on Thursday, from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm on Friday, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday. After 7:00 pm on Friday, the bar is part of the ticketed Kickoff Party, which costs $20 for members and $23 for nonmembers. On Saturday, the hospitality bar will reopen during the dinner/dance at 6:00 pm and will remain open until midnight. For more information on Alumni Weekend 2018, please e-mail us at sfu-alumni-office@mail.francis.edu, check out our website at http://forever.francis.edu/alumni-weekend/ or call the Office of Alumni Engagement at 814-472-3015. PLEASE NOTE: Tickets for the Saturday dinner/dance must be reserved by Wednesday, July 25; no cancellations or refunds after July 23. 9
Saint Francis University 2018 Alumni Weekend REGISTRATION FORM u JULY 26-29, 2018 Personal Information First Name Last Name Maiden Name E-Mail Class Year Address City State Zip Home Phone Cell Phone Work Phone T-shirt Size S M L XL XXL Registration Information Name as it should appear on name tag Anticipated Arrival Date Wed Thurs Fri Sat Please indicate the total number of attendees (including yourself) Additional Attendees First Name Maiden Name Last Name T-shirt Size S M L XL XXL Name as it should appear on name tag Is a spouse or guest attending Alumni Weekend with you? Spouse Guest If under 12 years of age, please provide birthdate Affinity Groups We re celebrating the following Affinity groups this year. Please indicate if you identify with any of the following: Alpha Phi Delta Delta Sigma Phi Women s Athletics I would like to reserve a spot in the following events: Tour: Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens (Fri 4:00-5:00 pm) Tour: Science Center (Sat 10:00-11:00 am) International Coffee House (Sat 10:30-11:30 am) 50 Years of Women s Athletics (Sat 1:00-2:00 pm) Tour: Mount Assisi & Schwab Gardens (Sat 3:00-4:00 pm) I would like to participate in the following: The Grotto Service Project (Lourdes Army) Wed (10-4pm) Thurs (10-4pm) Marriage Vow Renewal (Sat 4:15-5:00pm) Mass Participation (Sat 5:00-6:00pm) Gift Bearer Eucharistic Minister Reader Saturday Golf Outing at Charles Schwab Immergrün Golf Course 9:30 am $35 12:30 pm $35 Both 9:30 am and 12:30 pm $40 Unlimited $70 I request a golf cart SUBTOTAL Please fill out form and return with payment by July 25, 2018. Mail: Saint Francis University Office of Alumni Engagement P.O. Box 600 Loretto, PA 15940 Fax: 814-472-3044 You may also register online at: http://forever.francis.edu/alumniweekend2018 2018-2019 Alumni Association Membership Fee Yes! I want extra savings on Alumni Weekend events and lodging. SUBTOTAL $30 (single) $45 (couple) Alumni Weekend Events MEMBER NONMEMBER NUMBER Thursday, July 26 PRICE PRICE OF TICKETS All-Alumni Welcome Dinner (Adult) $16 $19 = All-Alumni Welcome Dinner (Child)** $9 $10 = Friday, July 27 Breakfast* $9 $12 = Lunch* $11 $14 = Bus Trip: Railroaders Museum $18 $20 = Pinot-Pinot-Pinot-Pinot 101 $20 $25 = Dinner (Adult) $15 $19 = Dinner (Child)** $8 $10 = Class of 73 Reception $15 $15 = Class of 68 Reception $15 $15 = Alumni Kickoff Party $20 $23 = Saturday, July 28 Brunch (Adult) $12 $15 = Brunch (Child)** $6 $8 = 50 th Anniversary Brunch FREE FREE = DiSepio Wellness Fair $5 $8 = Brew and Chew $15 $18 = Pinot-Pinot-Pinot-Pinot 101 $20 $25 = Annual Alumni Dinner-Dance $55 $62 = Sunday, July 29 Brunch* $12 $15 = Brunch (Child)** $6 $8 = *Free for children four and under **Age 12 and under Campus Lodging Only the class of 1968 can book Christian Hall using this form. Also includes private bath and air conditioning. Once Christian Hall is filled, reservations will be made in other residence halls. Double rooms available only. Two night mandatory stay. SEE PAGE 7 FOR MORE INFORMATION. $ PER NIGHT # OF NIGHTS SUBTOTAL Double Room $105 per night = Other Residence Hall Accommodations If you are staying on campus, please make your lodging selection. Residence hall accommodations include one set of linens, blankets, and towels and morning coffee and tea. # OF ROOMS $ PER NIGHT # OF NIGHTS* SUBTOTAL Single Room $60 per night = Double Room $60 per night = *3 rd night Free (members) $60(nonmembers) Please select your preference(s): I prefer to be assigned to the residence hall where my classmates are assigned. I plan to share a room with (name) I require the following special accommodations Payment Options TOTAL Check enclosed (payable to SFU Alumni Association) Please bill my credit card: Card # Exp. Date Signature FOR YOUR SECURITY: Cvv2 Code is Required for All Credit Card Transactions Visa/MasterCard/Discover The 3-digit Cvv2 number is on the back and to the right. $ American Express The 4-digit Cvv2 number is on the front right side of your card.
2018 ALUMNI WEEKEND THURSDAY, JULY 26 ~ SUNDAY, JULY 29