FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Veterans Wall of Honor Viewing
University Library, 2nd floor
View UAlbany's nine-panel Veterans Wall of Honor, which includes photos, illustrations and the names of more than 4,000 alumni, faculty and staff who have served in the U.S. military. Free.

10:30 a.m.
Campus Tours
University Hall
An information session at 10 a.m. is followed by a guided walking tour
at 10:30 a.m. Free.

12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Reaching Higher, Achieving More Luncheon
Campus Center Ballroom
Reaching Higher, Achieving More is an alumni campaign designed to showcase the
remarkable career paths of the University at Albany graduates. They are entrepreneurs, educators, lawyers, corporate leaders, entertainers, doctors, social workers, authors, policymakers and more, and their impact is truly global. This year's featured guests are Richard C. Wesley, a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit; and L. Oliver Robinson, superintendent of one of New York State's largest suburban school districts. Registration closed. Free.

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
School of Social Welfare Scholarship Awardees and Donors Reunion
First Unitarian Univeralist Society of Albany, 405 Washington Avenue, Albany
(across from the UAlbany Downtown Campus)
Join us for a celebratory luncheon to honor our scholars and their donors and to
socialize with alumni, representatives of community agencies and organizations,
corporate and foundation sponsors, government officials and representatives,
friends, faculty (current and former), staff, and deans. For more information, contact swachold@uamail.albany.edu or (518) 442-5753. Registration Closed. Free.
For directions and parking maps visit: www.albany.edu/ssw
Please call 518-442-5753 for more information.

12:30 p.m.
Campus Tour
University Hall
An information session at noon is followed by a guided walking tour
at 12:30 a.m. Free.

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
University Hall Art Tour
University Hall
University Art Museum Director Janet Riker will conduct a tour of selections from the
University at Albany art collections located in University Hall. University Hall, the
newest building on campus, was designed by Robert Siegel of the renowned
Gwathmey Siegel Architects. The building’s three floors feature over 175 works of
art, including works created by some of the most celebrated artists of the twentieth
century, as well as by our own talented students, faculty and alumni. In addition,
the ground floor of University Hall includes an exhibition about campus architect
Edward Durell Stone, which features photographs of some of his most famous buildings, an aerial view of the campus and photo-collage of student life in a modernist architectural masterpiece. Registration closed. Free (Limit to 15).

3:00 p.m.
Sigma Lambda Sigma 70th Anniversary Gathering
Washington Tavern - 250 Western Avenue
Join fellow brothers spanning 70 years of Sigma Lambda Sigma history at a
popular UAlbany watering hole. Come visit with brothers, meet new ones and
keep the spirit of SLS alive.

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Moot Court Competition
Alumni House
See students in action in a courtroom like setting as they prepare for the national
Moot Court Competition. Sponsored by the nationally ranked School of
Criminal Justice and the UAlbany Lawyers Alumni Association. Free.

4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Information Center
Alumni House
Pick up your program of events, tickets and other materials.

6:00 p.m.
24th Annual Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner & Induction
SEFCU Arena Hall of Fame Room
The following 2007 Class Honorees will be inducted: Alan Cornfield ’85 (men’s lacrosse), Mike Grever ’99 (football) and Kelly Poynton ’99 (softball) will be honored by the University.

7:00 p.m.
Hillel Parents and Alumni Shabbat Services and Dinner
Reform-Campus Center 463
Conservative-Campus Center 367
Orthodox-Campus Center 370
Join us for services followed by dinner in the Campus Center Ballroom at 8:00 p.m.
Registration for dinner required. Free.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Information Center
Alumni House
Pick up your program of events, tickets and other materials.

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Veterans Wall of Honor Viewing
University Library, 2nd Floor
View UAlbany's nine-panel Veterans Wall of Honor, which includes photos, illustrations and the names of more than 4,000 alumni, faculty and staff who have served in the U.S. military. Free.

9:00 a.m.
Cross Country Invitational
Lower Practice Field

9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Aqua Ducks Tour
Parking Lot across from Alumni House
Join other alumni and guests for fun and excitement aboard the amphibious
Aqua Ducks. Tour downtown Albany, see the historic sites and then view the
city skyline as the “Duck” splashes into the Hudson River.
Cost: $15. Sold out.

10:00 a.m.
Shabbat Services
Shabbos House
Join us for a traditional service.

10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Albany NanoTech Complex Tour
Learn about the latest developments in nanotechnology as you tour the Albany
NanoTech complex at the UAlbany’s College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering.
The tour will begin in the NanoFab North lobby. Bus transportation will be available.
The bus stop is located in the parking lot directly across from the Alumni House.
Bus departs at 9:55 a.m. Registration closed. Free.

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Homecoming Brunch
Alumni House
While checking in for the weekend, stop to enjoy a light brunch and visit with parents, alumni and other guests. This is a great opportunity to get your bearings before heading out to the weekend festivities. Cost: $5.

10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Admissions Open House for Prospective Students
Lecture Center Concourse and Campus Center 
The Open House, sponsored by Undergraduate Admissions, includes faculty presentations, academic and student services fair and student-led campus tours.
Another open house is scheduled on October 27.

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Honors College Presentation
Campus Center - Room 375
Join Director and Assoc. Vice Provost Jeff Haugaard as he presents the Honors College, a community of distinguished students and faculty experts who work together in a demanding yet exciting university environment to stimulate the highest levels of academic achievement. Free

11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Alumni Council of Classes Meeting
Alumni House
Class councilors gather to discuss issues affecting alumni and plan future
alumni initiatives. Please rsvp to AlumniAssociation@uamail.albany.edu
or call 518-442-3080.

11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Gen*NY*sis Center for Excellence in Cancer Genomics Guided Tour
East Campus
The $45 million, 113,000 square foot building is the only building dedicated to
cancer research in the region. Its mission is to conduct cutting-edge research that
can be directly applied to patient care. The Center has one of the country’s most
comprehensive core facilities, providing researchers with molecular biology,
proteomics, microarray, mouse transgenics, laser capture microdissection,
flow cytometry, cell sorting, and bioinformatics services. Bus transportation
will be available. The bus stop is located in the parking lot directly across
from the Alumni House. Bus departs at 11:15 a.m. The tour will begin at the
main entrance to the Center. Registration closed. Free.

12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Life Sciences Research Building Tour
Life Sciences Building
This impressive, $78 million facility with state-of-the-art technology labs and core
facilities is the foundation on which the College of Arts and Sciences is building
excellence in basic research under its Life Sciences Research Initiative. The
initiative, totaling more than $100 million, supports our scientists’ cutting-edge
research into the molecular mechanisms that underlie the cause and cure of
disease. Join us for a glimpse into the future! Registration closed. Free.

12:30 p.m.
Shabbat Lunch
Shabbos House -316 Fuller Road
Registration closed. Free.

12:30 p.m.
Chapel House Cookout
Sponsored by the Cornerstone Protestant Campus Ministry
Chapel House Interfaith Center (Behind Dutch Quad)

1:00 p.m.
Men’s Soccer vs. New Hampshire
Varsity Field

1:00 p.m.
Men’s Rugby vs. St. Lawrence University
Intramural field (located next to the dutch quad basketball/tennis courts.)

1:30 p.m.
Men’s Basketball Purple and Gold Scrimmage
SEFCU Arena

1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Weather Watch
NOAA National Weather Service Forecast Office, CESTM
Experience weather forecasting firsthand in this guided tour of the NOAA
(National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) National Weather Service
Forecast Office at UAlbany. Learn more about the technology and people who
are responsible for providing weather warnings, watches and forecasts.
Bus transportation will be available. The bus stop is located in the parking lot
directly across from the Alumni House. Bus departs at 12:50 p.m.
The tour will begin in the CESTM Rotunda. Registration closed. Free.

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Presidents’ Legacy Reception
Science Library, Standish Room
Legacy families – families with more than one generation of alumni or a current
student whose parent or grandparent is an alum – are invited to this informal
reception hosted by Alumni Association President Robert Burstein '72 and
Officer in Charge Susan Herbst. Free. To register call the Alumni Association to
register at: 1-800-442-alum or 518-442-3080.


1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Empire Commons Tour
Empire Commons is one of two apartment complexes that make up the University
Apartments the other being Freedom Apartments. Empire Commons, which opened
in the fall of 2002, houses 1200 students. The Community Building, located in the
front of the complex, provides meeting rooms for social and educational purposes,
as well as a fitness center and a game area. Empire Commons houses Juniors and
Seniors. Tours leave on the half-hour. Registration closed. Free.

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Touchdown Tailgate
SEFCU Parking Lot
Bring your grill, cooler and chairs and get ready to root on our UAlbany Great Danes
as they take on the Sacred Heart Pioneers. Enjoy live music and the Family Fun
Zone. Beer, soft drinks and food are available on a cash basis. Parking is $5 in
the SEFCU Lot (formerly RACC) and free in the Dutch Lot. Space is limited,
so plan to get your spot early.


2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Residential Life Reunion
SEFCU Parking Lot
Stop by and reminisce about life in Res Life with past and current UAlbany employees. Share a few laughs and enjoy a trip down memory lane.


4:00 p.m.
Homecoming Football Game & Fireworks
University Field
Come show your purple and gold pride as the University at Albany faces Sacred Heart. Head Coach Bob Ford guides UAlbany’s 2002 & 2003 Northeast Conference champions. Reunion classes will be seated together. The game will be followed by fireworks, sponsored by SEFCU. Cost: $10 reserved seating, $8 general admission seating, $1 kids 2-12. (UAlbany students free with SUNY card.)
Tickets can now be purchased through Athletics (442-DANE) or at the game.

6:00 p.m.
Delta Sigma Pi 40th Anniversary Celebration
Crowne Plaza Albany Hotel - State and Lodge Streets - (518) 427-3055
Come celebrate the 40th anniversary of Delta Sigma Pi - Zeta Psi Chapter.
Join us for an evening to look back on 40 years of history and
celebrate the career of John Levato and Harold "Doc" Cannon.
Families and guests are welcome to attend.
Reception begins at 6 pm with a buffet dinner and program beginning at 7 pm.
For more information about the event contact Michael F. Reynolds

6:30 p.m.
Sigma Lambda Sigma Reunion Dinner
Campus Center Assembly Hall, Uptown Campus
Reconnect with an SLS fraternity brother and share memories while enjoying
dinner and dancing. Registration accepted until Tuesday, October 9th.
Please call the Alumni Association at 518-442-3080 or 1-800-442-alum (2586)
$50.00

7:00 -10:00 p.m.
Great Dane, Great Bash
The Washington Tavern – 250 Western Avenue, Albany
Alumni are invited to mingle and reminisce at this popular UAlbany watering hole.
Event is free to all registered reunion class members, alumni and their guests only. Enjoy munchies and beverages 7-10 p.m. Free.
Call the Alumni Association to register at 442-3080 or 1-800-442-alum.

7:30 p.m.
Catholic Mass
Chapel House
We invite students, alumni and parents to join us for a celebration of Catholic mass
at Chapel House, our interfaith center on campus. All are welcome to attend.

8:00 p.m. EastRiver Ensemble Performing Arts Center This collective of top-notch musicians from north China draws upon a timeless folk repertoire of the Hebei and Donbei regions. Playing traditional music with flair, the ensemble is uniquely led by the yangqin, a Chinese version of the hammered dulcimer. Contact box office at (518) 442-3997 or tickets@albany.edu $12/$8 students.

9:00 p.m.
Comedy Night
Campus Center Ballroom
After a long day touring the campus and cheering on our teams, come kick up your feet and join us for a night of laughs with the cast of VH1's Best Week Ever. This event is free, but seating is limited, so come early. Some performances may include adult content and/or language. Sponsored by the Office of Student Involvement and Leadership and the Student Association. Free.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14

9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Alumni Association Board of Directors Meeting
Alumni House

9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Parents Council Meeting
Campus Center, Room 375
Stay connected with your son's or daughter's campus community. Join University
representatives for an informal discussion about ongoing campus activities.
Space is limited, so please come early.

10:30 a.m.
Campus Tour
University Hall
An information session at 10 a.m. is followed by a guided walking tour
at 10:30 a.m. Free.

11:00 a.m.
Student Association Brunch
Campus Center Ballroom
Sponsored by the Student Association, this brunch always includes outstanding
performances by the University’s own award winning a cappella groups, the
Earth Tones and Serendipity. This enjoyable event has always traditionally sold out,
so get your tickets early! Registration closed.
Cost: $15.00 adults/$7.50 under 10/3 and under Free.

11:00-1:00 p.m.
Hillel Sunday Alumni and Parents Brunch
Hillel Lounge, Campus Center 320
Registration closed. Free.

11:00-2:00 p.m.
Jazz Brunch
State, Alumni, Dutch, Indian & Colonial quad Dining Rooms
Enjoy made-to-order omelettes, carving station, a salad bar with fresh fruit, specialty pastries and desserts, and much more - all while you enjoy the lively
sound of jazz. A great way to start the day!
Cost: $6.85 (UAlbany students with Meal Plan - swipe for entrance)

12:30 p.m.
Campus Tours
University Hall
An information session at noon is followed by a guided walking tour
at 12:30 a.m. Free.

1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Omicron Delta Kappa Induction Ceremony
Campus Center Assembly Hall, Uptown Campus
Join faculty, staff and students as they are inducted into the Omicron Delta Kappa
National Leadership Honor Society.

3:00 p.m.
Bob Gluck, Michael Bisio and Dean Sharp Trio
Recital Hall
Bringing a uniquely explosive, creative edge to jazz performance, this trio on
piano, electronics, bass and drums interweaves conventional and unconventional
tunes and modes of improvisation into a dynamic and beautiful musical stew.
Contact box office at (518) 442-3997 or tickets@albany.edu
$12/$8 students.$8/$4 students

5:00 p.m.
Cornerstone Protestant Ministry Worship and Sunday Supper
Chapel House Interfaith Center (behind Dutch Quad)

6:45 p.m.
Catholic Mass
Campus Center, Assembly Hall

Reunion Information

All-Class Reunion Events
Saturday, October 13

9:30 -11:30 a.m.
Aqua Ducks Tour
Alumni House Parking Lot
Join other alumni and guests for fun and excitement aboard the amphibious
Aqua Ducks. Tour downtown Albany, see the historic sites and then view the
city skyline as the “Duck” splashes into the Hudson River.
SOLD OUT.

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Touchdown Tailgate
SEFCU Parking Lot
Bring your grill, cooler and chairs and get ready to root on our UAlbany Great Danes
as they take on the Sacred Heart Pioneers. Enjoy live music and the Family Fun
Zone. Beer, soft drinks and food are available on a cash basis. Parking is $5 in
the SEFCU Lot (formerly RACC) and free in the Dutch Lot. Space is limited,
so plan to get your spot early. Registration closed.

4:00 p.m.
Homecoming Football Game & Post-game Fireworks
University Field
Come cheer the Great Dane spirit to victory as Head Coach Bob Ford guides
UAlbany’s 2002 & 2003 Northeast Conference champions in a football match
against the Sacred Heart Pioneers. Reunion classes will be seated together.
The game will be followed by fireworks. Tickets can be purchased at the game
Cost: $10 reserved seating, $8 general admission seating, $1 kids 2-12.

7:00 -10 p.m.
Great Dane, Great Bash
The Washington Tavern – 250 Western Avenue, Albany
Alumni are invited to mingle and reminisce at this popular UAlbany watering hole.
Event is free to all registered reunion class members, alumni and their guests only. Enjoy munchies and beverages. Free.

Sunday, October 14

10:00 a.m.
Fall Farewell
Indian Ladder Farms - 342 Altamont Rd., Altamont
Come say goodbye … for now! Enjoy apple picking at Indian Ladder Farms on the
foothills of the Helderberg Mountains. Browse through the gift shop, buy gourmet
natural foods or just exchange contact information. Warm doughnuts, baked goods
and apple cider are available for purchase. Free.

	Class of 2002
	The class of 2002 will be celebrating its 5 year reunion at WT's as part of the Great Danes, Great Bash. Please note that the official class meeting and election of class officers will take place during the 5th Reunion Celebration on Saturday, October 13 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Washington Tavern. 250 Western Avenue, Albany NY Tables will be reserved for the Class of 2002. Catch up with your classmates and enjoy munchies and drinks. This event is FREE but you need to call the Alumni House to register for the Great Danes Bash at 442-3080 or 1800-442-alum. Members of the Class are also encouraged to participate in the following reunion activities: Saturday, October 13 AquaDucks Tour - 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. SOLD OUT. Touchdown Tailgate - 2:00 pm - 4:00 p.m. Homecoming Football Game & Postgame Fireworks - 4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 14 10:00 a.m. - Fall Farewell at Indian Ladder Farms