July, 1997

Dear Friends of the Empire State Games:

Welcome to the 20th Annual Empire State Games! The University at Albany Community and the Capital Region are delighted to again host the largest amateur athletic event in the nation. Exciting Opening Ceremonies are planned for July 30, and competition begins on July 31 at venues throughout the region.

The thousands of athletes in residence, their families, and friends will find much to do while visiting our campus. Several special activities are scheduled, including a "Salute to the Athletes." New York Giants Preseason Training Camp practice sessions are open to the public, at no charge. In the Campus Center, campus tours begin at 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. weekdays; there are Undergraduate Admissions Information Sessions at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday in the Terrace Lounge; and the Food Court features several dining options, a video arcade and a hair cutting and styling salon. There also are outstanding shopping, dining and recreational opportunities at nearby establishments.

Again, welcome to the University at Albany and the 20th Annual Empire State Games, and congratulations to the Local Organizing Committee and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation for making the Empire State Games such an outstanding event!

Sincerely,

Karen R. Hitchcock, Ph.D.
President