LET S GO BLUEJAYS! LET S GO BLUEJAYS! CREIGHTON LET S GO IN BLUE YORK BLUEJAYS! CITY! LET S GO BLUEJAYS! n a F Gu e d i 2015 BIG EAST Men s Basketball Tournament March 11 14, 2015 Madison Square Garden New York City
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Open to all Bluejay fans! CREIGHTON IN BLUE YORK CITY! The Creighton Alumni Association will host a variety of events throughout the BIG EAST Men s Basketball Tournament in New York City. Creighton alumni, friends and fans are invited to attend the following events throughout the tournament. Please check the Creighton Alumni website for the most up-to-date information* at: alumni.creighton.edu/ fan-central FAN HEADQUARTERS AND TEAM HOTEL New York GAMES All men s basketball games will be played at: Madison Square Garden 4 Pennsylvania Plaza Madison Square Garden main entrance and Box Office are located in the Ticket Lobby, directly beyond the building s 7th Avenue Mall, at 7th Avenue and West 32nd Street. 1 * Information, events and schedule are subject to change. Please note the following: All times listed in this guide are Eastern Standard Time (EST). If the Bluejays lose, Alumni Association events will only take place one day after they play.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10 WELCOME TO BLUE YORK CITY KICK-OFF EVENT 5 7 p.m. Slattery s Midtown Pub 8 E. 36th St. Fans, friends and alumni are invited to join the Creighton Alumni Association to kick off the tournament in style! Those who stop by will receive an official 2015 Blue York City koozie (while supplies last) and receive special discounts on drinks. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 BIG EAST BLUEJAY FAN GATHERING PREGAME EVENT 4 p.m. (if Bluejays play at 7 p.m.) 6:30 p.m. (if Bluejays play at 9:30 p.m.) Ballroom and Foyer Meet up with fellow Bluejay fans and enjoy one (1) complimentary* beer, wine or soda and pick up your official Creighton Alumni bottle koozie**, beads, stickers and temporary tattoos all compliments of the Creighton Alumni Association. Cash bar available. * Must pick up a drink ticket at event check-in. **While supplies last. Must provide contact information to receive giveaways. BLUEJAYS MARCH TO MADISON SQUARE GARDEN TEAM SEND-OFF 5:30 p.m. (if Bluejays play at 7 p.m.) 8 p.m. (if Bluejays play at 9:30 p.m.) Ballroom and Hotel Lobby Join the Creighton Alumni Association, pep band, Blue Crew and Dance Team for what has become a tradition! We ll line the lobby and make a path for the team cheering them on and wishing them luck as they make their way from the Affinia Hotel to Madison Square Garden for the game. Cash bar available. THURSDAY, MARCH 12 If the Bluejays WON their game on Wednesday, please join the Alumni Association for the following event: BLUEJAYS MARCH TO MADISON SQUARE GARDEN TEAM SEND-OFF 2 hours prior to game time. Exact time of team departure will be announced on social media and displayed in the Affinia lobby once game time is determined. Ballroom and Hotel Lobby It s time again to wish the Bluejays luck! We ll line the lobby and make a path for the team cheering them on as they make their way from the Affinia Hotel to Madison Square Garden for the game. Cash bar available. ** Creighton Alumni bottle koozie giveaway 2
THURSDAY, MARCH 12 If the Bluejays LOST their game on Wednesday, please join the Alumni Association for the following events: SNACKS TO SOOTHE THE SOUL 9 a.m. Ballroom Creighton alumni, friends and fans are invited to stop by the ballroom and enjoy complimentary coffee and snacks provided by the Alumni Association. CREIGHTON FANS FLOCK TOGETHER HAPPY HOUR SPONSORED BY THE NEW YORK ALUMNI ADVISORY BOARD 4 6 p.m. American Whiskey 247 W. 30th St. Complimentary appetizers, food for purchase and a cash bar will be available. FRIDAY, MARCH 13 If the Bluejays WON their game on Thursday, please join the Alumni Association for the following event: BLUEJAYS MARCH TO MADISON SQUARE GARDEN TEAM SEND-OFF 2 hours prior to game time. Exact time of team departure will be announced on social media and displayed in the Affinia lobby once game time is determined. Ballroom and Hotel Lobby It s time again to wish the Bluejays luck! We ll line the lobby and make a path for the team cheering them on as they make their way from the Affinia Hotel to Madison Square Garden for the game. Cash bar available. 3 FRIDAY, MARCH 13 If the Bluejays LOST their game on Thursday, please join the Alumni Association for the following events: CREIGHTON FANS FLOCK TOGETHER HAPPY HOUR SPONSORED BY THE NEW YORK ALUMNI ADVISORY BOARD 4 6 p.m. American Whiskey 247 W. 30th St. Complimentary appetizers, food for purchase and a cash bar will be available. SNACKS TO SOOTHE THE SOUL 6:30 7:30 p.m. Ballroom Creighton alumni, friends and fans are invited to stop by the ballroom and enjoy complimentary coffee and snacks provided by the Alumni Association. SATURDAY, MARCH 14 If the Bluejay WON their game on Friday, please join the Alumni Association for the following events: BLUEJAY FANS WHO PRAY TOGETHER, STAY TOGETHER MASS 5 p.m. Ballroom Join in prayer and celebrate Mass with Creighton fans and friends. If you or someone you know is planning to attend and can be a lector or EME, please email Sarah Lukas, BA 02, MA 08, in the Creighton Alumni Relations Office at slukas@creighton.edu
BLUEJAYS MARCH TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM SEND-OFF 6:30 p.m. Ballroom and Hotel Lobby Hopefully you still have a voice to help cheer on the Bluejays as they make their way to the final round! We ll line the Affinia Manhattan Hotel lobby and make a path for the team cheering them on and wishing them luck as they make their way from the Affinia Hotel to Madison Square Garden for the game. Cash bar available. CHAMPIONSHIP GAME 8 p.m. Madison Square Garden 4 Pennsylvania Plaza OFFICIAL CREIGHTON GATHERING SPOTS Before and after the games, gather at these official Creighton establishments! Each of these bars are located within walking distance of the Affinia Hotel and Madison Square Garden. Each have agreed to give Creighton fans the following specials from Wednesday, March 11 Saturday, March 14. Just wear your Creighton gear or mention that you re a Creighton fan and discounts will be yours! American Whiskey 247 W. 30th St. americanwhiskeynyc.com 0.1 mi walking distance from Fans in Creighton gear SPECIALS: $4 Bud Light pints $5 Shocktop pints $6 Red and White House Wine $7 House Vodka & Evan Williams Black Label Bourbon $30 Bud & Bud Light Bucket Special (6 bottles) $8 Featured Specialty cocktail LOCAL West Café 1 Penn Plaza localcafenyc.com 0.2 mi walking distance from Fans in Creighton gear SPECIALS: $3 Coors Light Aluminum pints $3 Seasonal Draft $4 Bud Light bottles $7 Creighton Cosmos Slattery s Midtown Pub 8 E. 36th St. slatterysmidtownpub.com 0.7 mi walking distance from Fans in Creighton gear SPECIALS: $3 domestic drafts 1 free shot with first drink 10% off all food Happy Hour prices for all other drinks at all times See page 8 for a map of the gathering spots, hotel and Madison Square Garden. 4
4-2015 Championship 2015 BIG EAST MEN S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Presented by New York Life March 11-14 Madison Square Garden New York City All Games Televised By FOx SPOrTS 1 FIrST round Wednesday March 11 QuArTErFINALS Thursday March 12 SEMIFINALS Friday March 13 FINAL Saturday March 14 No. 9 seed 7:00 p.m. No. 8 seed NOON No. 1 seed 7:00 p.m. No. 5 seed 2:30 p.m. No. 4 seed No. 10 seed 8:00 p.m. 9:30 p.m. No. 7 seed 7:00 p.m. No. 2 seed 9:30 p.m. No. 6 seed 9:30 p.m. No. 3 seed 5
GIVEAWAY INFORMATION CARDS Please fill out the cards below and bring them with you for your free gift! * While supplies last. GIVEAWAY INFORMATION CARD Fill out this card and bring it with you to make sure you receive the official 2015 Blue York City koozie at the Welcome to Blue York City Kick-Off Event at Slattery s Pub on Tuesday, March 10 from 5 7 p.m. (check one) I am a(n): Alumnus Parent Student Bluejay Fan Name: Creighton Degree(s): Email: Cell Phone: ( ) GIVEAWAY INFORMATION CARD Fill out this card and bring it with you to make sure you receive your official 2015 Creighton BIG EAST Giveaway at the BIG EAST Bluejay Fan Gathering at the Affinia Hotel on Wednesday, March 11. (check one) I am a(n): Alumnus Parent Student Bluejay Fan Name: Creighton Degree(s): Email: Cell Phone: ( ) 6
LO We LOVE our volunteers! All Alumni Association volunteers stop by the check-in table at the BIG EAST Bluejay Fan Gathering Pregame Event held at the on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 to pick up your complimentary T-shirt! CREIGHTON IN BLUE YORK CITY! We appreciate your help! 7
Map of, Madison Square Garden and Official Creighton Gathering Spots: LOCAL West Café Madison Square Garden American Whiskey Slattery s Midtown Pub 371 Seventh Avenue - 31st and 7th Madison Square Garden 4 Pennsylvania Plaza American Whiskey 247 W. 30th St. LOCAL West Café 1 Penn Plaza Slattery s Midtown Pub 8 E. 36th St. CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY WITH A GRADUATE DEGREE More than 35 programs to choose from, many available online. Visit gradschool.creighton.edu 8
Stock up on your Bluejay Gear at Creighton s Bookstore! The Creighton Bookstore is located in the Ballroom at the. Wednesday, March 11 10 a.m. game time Bookstore hours: Thursday, March 12 8 a.m. 5 p.m. Or get your Creighton Gear online at bkstr.com/creightonstore/home Big East Career Networking Event and Site Visits Madison Square Garden, New York, NY Friday, March 13, 2015 9am-12pm Networking Event Meet & network with over 40 employers from various career fields 12pm-3pm Site Visits Discuss full-time positions, internships, and co-op opportunities Connect with other Big East alumni & students Site visit tracks in Finance; Media; Fashion; Start-Ups Exciting site visits across NYC 9 Register for free at: bigeastcareercenters.org by March 9, 2015 at 5pm Open to students/alumni from Big East schools. Space is limited. Sponsored by Career Services and the Big East Athletic Conference
Who gave you an EDGE? Who showed you the ropes and gave you insight into your profession? The Creighton EDGE Mentoring Program is recruiting alumni mentors for our undergraduate and pre-professional students. Consider this opportunity to give back. To register visit blogs.creighton.edu/edge/mentors SAVE THE DATE! CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY HOMECOMING SEPTEMBER 17-21, 2015 Learn more at Alumni, families, friends and fans mark your calendars for Creighton University s Homecoming! Meet Creighton s new president, enjoy soccer and volleyball and attend the President s Alumni Dinner. In addition to these fun events, the 10-, 20-, 25-, 30-, 40- and 50- year reunion classes and other milestone reunions will have the opportunity to celebrate their anniversaries. alumni.creighton.edu/weekend and keep up to date with all the plans for Homecoming through the Bluejay Buzz! 10
SHARE YOUR STORY! How did Creighton University prepare you for excellence in service, leadership, research or other areas for a life well lived? Let us know at Creighton.edu/ShareYourStory BIRD IS THE WORD! Keep in touch and interact with Creighton before, during and after the tournament! Creighton Alumni Website alumni.creighton.edu/fan-central f facebook.com/creightonuniversityalumni @CreightonAlumni Tag your tweets and photos with #gojays Creighton BIG EAST Tournament Fan Twitter Account: Keep tabs on what s happening with the BIG EAST Tournament through this Twitter account named Band of Bluejays. A group of bluejays is called a band so jump on the Bluejay bandwagon today! @BandofBluejays