2012 Reunion Weekend Schedule
Reunion Weekend Schedule '12.pdfClick here for a printable version of the Reunion Weekend 2012 Schedule of Events
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| 8 am - 8 pm | University Shop open - Kennedy Hall | |
| 9 am - 5 pm | Art Gallery open - Exhibit: Objects and Elements, Sculpture by Carol Cole | |
| 3 - 8 pm | Reunion Registration - Alumni Center, Garey Hall Visit the new Alumni Center in Garey Hall for your event tickets, room keys, class button, schedule of events, campus maps, snacks and more. |
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| 6:30 pm | Chefs' Demonstration Gourmet Dinner - Law School Cafe Sold out! |
Registration Required $30 |
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| Villanova's award-winning Dining Services chefs Werner Edler and Nancy Miller, along with renowned chef Vince Alberici, will prepare tonight's meal in a demonstration format using fresh, local ingredients. Local wine and beer also featured. Space is limited, make your reservation today! Learn more about the chefs. Appropriate attire: Business Casual |
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| 8 am - 5 pm | University Shop open - Kennedy Hall | ||
| 8:30 am - 7 pm | Reunion Registration - Alumni Center, Garey Hall Visit the new Alumni Center in Garey Hall for your event tickets, room keys, class button, schedule of activities, campus map, snacks and more. |
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| 9 am - 5 pm | Art Gallery open - Exhibit: Objects and Elements, Sculpture by Carol Cole | ||
| 9 am - Noon | Office of University Admission open - Austin Hall Stop by the Office of University Admission to meet with a counselor, get a tour, sign your name on the Nova Notables wall, or find out what’s new in the Office of Admission. |
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| 9 am - Noon | Career Center Open House and Counseling Sessions - Garey Hall Visit for a tour of the new Career Center. Learn about all of the services provided by the Career Center staff and find out how you can help Villanova students and graduates through job shadowing activities, internships and the interview program. Alumni may also schedule one-on-one career counseling sessions in advance by calling 610-519-4060. Limited sessions available - reserve your spot today! |
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| Reunion University Sessions |
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| Come back to campus for engaging classes - without any quizzes! Pick ONE Reunion University class per session. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with Villanova faculty and discover what's new on campus. There is no charge for these events. Apppropriate attire: Business Casual/Casual |
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| 9:15 - 10:15 am | Reunion University Session 1 (pick one session) |
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| On the Road Again: Tracking the 2012 Presidential Campaign Trail - Driscoll 240 Lara M. Brown, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Political Science College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Dante J. Scala, Ph.D. '90 Associate Professor, Political Science University of New Hampshire More information on Dr. Scala here. |
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| How FIRE and ICE Combine to Ignite the Entrepreneurial Spirit - Creativity and Entrepreneurship - CEER 105 This session will review existing multi-disciplinary programs, such as the ICE Center (Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship), and introduce the new CoE Alumni program called FIRE (Forum for Innovation Research and Entrepreneurship). Learn more about these programs. Edmond J. Dougherty Assistant Professor and Director, Engineering Entrepreneurship College of Engineering |
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| Building God's Kingdom on Earth: Creating the Business Plan for the Church of the 21st Century - Driscoll 244 Charles Zech, Ph.D. Professor, Economics & Statistics and Director, Center for the Study of Church Management Villanova School of Business |
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| A Time for Reflection Stop by Driscoll Hall and spend a few quiet moments in the College of Nursing's intimate chapel. |
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| 10:30 - 11:30 am | Reunion University Session 2 (pick one session) | ||
| Transforming Villanova's Landscape - Driscoll 248 Learn about the roadmap for the future construction, renewal, and maintenance of Villanova's campus. Transformation plans and maps. Steven R. Hildebrand, P.E. Director of Engineering & Construction Facilities Management |
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| Stories of People and Gifts that Made a Difference at Villanova - Driscoll 244 Fr. George Riley, O.S.A., Ph.D. '58 '61, Special Assistant to the President for Alumni and External Relations Scott Janney, Ed.D., Executive Director of Planned Giving |
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| Beyond the Border: Making Sense of the Evolving Immigrant Landscape in the United States - Driscoll 240 Catherine Wilson, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Political Science and Non-Profit Coordinator, MPA Program College of Liberal Arts and Science |
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| Noon - 1:30 pm |
President's State of the University Luncheon - Villanova Room, Connelly Center |
Registration Required |
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| Join the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA '75, Villanova University's 32nd President, for lunch and a discussion of the recent achievements and ongoing initiatives at the University. Members of the Top Cats (graduates of the Classes of 1961 or earlier) and The 1842 Heritage Society will receive special recognition. Classes of 1952 and 1957 will have their class photos taken at this event. Appropriate attire: Business/Business Casual |
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| 2 - 3 pm | Reunion University Session 3 (pick one session) | ||
| Hurricane Katrina and the Failure of the New Orleans Levy System - What Did We Learn - CEER 105 Dr. Traver will discuss his experiences as part of the investigation into the failure of the levy protection system immediately following the hurricane. Learn more about this session. Robert Traver, Ph.D. Professor; Director, Villanova Urban Stormwater Partnership (VUSP) and Director, Center for the Advancement of Sustainability in Engineering (VCASE) College of Engineering |
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| The Creativity Imperative: What is Innovative Thinking and Why it is Increasingly Necessary for Today's Individuals and Organizations - Driscoll 244 Patrick G. Maggitti, Ph.D. Helen and William O'Toole Dean of the Villanova University School of Business Assistant Professor of Management and Entrepreneurship Carmen and Sharon Danella Director of the Center for Innovation, Creativity, and Entrepreneurship (ICE Center) |
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| The Sword of Damocles: The Crucial Role of Water in the Arab-Israeli Conflict - Driscoll 240 Francis A. Galgano, Ph.D. Associate Professor/Chair, Geography & the Environment College of Liberal Arts & Sciences |
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| Field Study in International Health: Durban, South Africa - Driscoll 248 Learn about nursing students' clinical experience in Durban, South Africa. Exploration of South Africa with pictures and discussion of major health problems and how Villanova is helping to improve global health. M. Frances Keen, D.N.Sc., R.N. Associate Professor College of Nursing |
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| 3:15 - 4:15 pm | Reunion University Session 4 (pick one session) |
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| Engineering in Medicine - Some Research at Villanova - CEER 105 Villanova’s Center for Nonlinear Dynamics and Control (CENDAC) is making significant contribution to the science and technology development in healthcare diagnosis and therapy and medical technology. Learn more here. Hashem Ashrafiuon, Ph.D. Professor and Director, Center for Nonlinear Dynamics and Control College of Engineering |
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| Sizzling Summer Appetizers - Law School Cafe June is the beginning of the outdoor dining season. Join us for a fun, delicious cooking demonstration and see how taste and health fit on small plates, too. See how to prepare easy appetizer recipes and enjoy wine samples, too. This cooking demonstration is led by a registered dietitian. Denice Ferko-Adams, MPH, RD, LDN Director, MacDonald Center for Obesity Prevention and Education College of Nursing |
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| Volunteering for Villanova - TBD Want to become more involved with your alma mater but aren't sure how? Attend this informative session and learn how you can continue your connection with the Nova Nation no matter where you live. Joshua Nay Director of Volunteer Engagement - University Advancement Jennifer Krout Gowdy '00 Assistant Director of Volunteer Engagement - University Advancement Heather Potts-Brown Director of Annual Giving - University Advancement Matthew Harris '06 Assistant Director of Admission & additional campus officials and volunteers |
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| Honoring the Past, Looking to the Future: Naval Sciences at Villanova University - John Barry Hall Col. Stephen Marchioro, USMC Commanding Officer, NROTC Unit |
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| 4 - 6 pm | "Wildcat Welcome" Hospitality Reception - Garey Hall Enjoy a beverage and snack and catch up with classmates in the new Alumni Center in Garey Hall. |
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| 5:30 - 7:30 pm | VILLAHANAA Happy Hour - Azie Join Villanova African Hispanic Asian Native American Alumni (VILLAHANAA) for free appetizers and a cash bar. No cover charge and drink specials will be offered! |
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| 5:30 pm | Class of 1962 Half Century Dinner - Villanova Room, Connelly Center | Registration Required $40 |
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| Celebrate your Golden Anniversary at this special event. All classmates in attendance will be inducted into the Half Century Society and presented with a medallion. Class Photo will be taken. Appropriate attire: Business/Cocktail |
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| 6:30 - 10 pm | Class of 1987 25th Reunion Celebration - Villanova Conference Center |
Registration Required |
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| Celebrate your Silver Anniversary in style at this beautiful location, just one mile from campus. Shuttle service provided from West Campus apartments. Appropriate attire: Cocktail |
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6 - 9:30 pm |
Class Dinner Parties |
Registration Required Appropriate attire: Cocktail or Business Casual |
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Top Cats (except Class of 1957): Connelly Center |
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| Class of 1957: Picotte Hall at Dundale |
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| Class of 1967: Connelly Center |
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| Class of 1972: Connelly Center |
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| Class of 1977: Connelly Center |
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| Class of 1982: Connelly Center |
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| 6- 9:30 pm | Reunion Supper Club: Connelly Center Not in a reunion year? Come here! |
Appropriate attire: Cocktail or Business Casual Childcare available during this time |
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| 6:30 - 10 pm | Class of 1992: Bartley Hall |
Appropriate attire: Business/Cocktail Childcare available during this time |
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| Class of 1997: Bartley Hall | |||
| Class of 2002: Bartley Hall | |||
| Class of 2007: Bartley Hall | |||
| 6 - 10:30 pm | Childcare - Beach Party | Registration required | |
| 10 pm - 1 am | Wildcat Shuttle to & from Main Line hotspots | ||
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| 8:30 - 10:30 am | Buffet Breakfast - St. Mary's Hall, Dining Room |
Registration Required Adults: $15 Ages 5-20: $8 |
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| 8:30 & 10 am | "Friends of Bill W." - Health Services Building, Room 200 | ||
| 9 am - 7 pm | Reunion Registration - Alumni Center, Garey Hall Visit the new Alumni Center in Garey Hall for your event tickets, room keys, class button, schedule of activities, campus maps, snacks and more |
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| 9:30, 10 & 10:30 am |
Trolley Tours of Campus Led by Blue Key tour guides |
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| 9 am - 5 pm | Art Gallery open - Exhibit: Objects and Elements, Sculpture by Carol Cole | ||
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Registration Required
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| Come back to campus for engaging classes - without any quizzes! Pick ONE Reunion University class per session. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with Villanova faculty and discover what's new on campus. There is no charge for these events. Appropriate Attire: Business Casual/Casual |
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| 9:15 - 10 am | Reunion University Session 5 | ||
| Chat with the Dean - College of Nursing - Driscoll 132 Learn about exciting new programs and initiatives in the College of Nursing. Continental breakfast provided. M. Louise Fitzpatrick, EdD, RN, FAAN Connelly Endowed Dean and Professor of Nursing |
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| 10 - 11 am | Reunion University Session 6 (pick one session) |
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| Meet the Dean - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences - Fedigan Room (Room 400), St. Augustine Center Greet Dean and hear more about the strategic direction of the College. Continental breakfast provided. Jean Ann Linney, Ph.D. Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. |
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| College of Engineering Update with Dean Gary Gabriele - CEER 105 Find out what is happening now and what is coming in the future for the College. Continental breakfast provided. Gary A. Gabriele, Ph.D. Drosdick Endowed Dean of Engineering |
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| Clinical Scenarios in Driscoll Hall's State-of-the-Art Nursing Simulation Labs - Driscoll Lobby Colleen H. Meakim, MSN, RN Director, Learning Resource Center College of Nursing |
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| 10 am - Noon | Open Door to Diversity - Center for Multicultural Affairs, Dougherty Hall |
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| 10 am - 5 pm | University Shop open - Kennedy Hall | ||
| 11 am - Noon | Reunion University Session 7 | ||
| The Future of Villanova Athletics - Pavilion Join Director of Athletics Vince Nicastro and Villanova head coaches to discuss the state of Villanova Athletics and the collegiate landscape. Tour of the Davis Center to follow. |
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| 11 am | Class of '62 Military Veterans - Connelly Center Cinema Plaque dedication in memory of John R. McDonough '62, KIA, RVN. For more information, please contact Ed Fitzmaurice at captfitz@starpower.net |
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| 11 am - 2 pm | Augustinian Heritage Room Open - St. Thomas of Villanova Monastery Stop by and learn about the history of the Augustinians and Villanova, don't miss the "Sister" Liberty Bell located here! |
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| 11 am - 3 pm | Office of University Admission open - Austin Hall Stop by the Office of University Admission to meet with a counselor, get a tour, sign your name on the Nova Notables wall, or find out what’s new in the Office of Admission. |
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| 11:15 am | Communal Blessing and Renewal of Marriage Vows - St. Thomas of Villanova Church | ||
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| Alumni and their spouses are invited to this special event. Appropriate Attire: Casual/Business Casual |
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| Noon - 3 pm | Reunion Family Picnic - Austin Field |
Registration Required Adults: $25 |
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| Meet up with your friends and bring your family to the largest event of the weekend. An afternoon of fun for everyone featuring a full gourmet picnic buffet, beer, wine, soft drinks, and desserts. Appropriate attire: Casual Highlights include: - Class Tents and Photos - Meet and greet with student athletes - A special appearance by Will D. Cat - Face painting, balloon figures, moon bounce and other inflatables and games - Radio Alumni spinning tunes from your class year! - and more! |
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| 4:30 pm | Reunion Vigil Mass - St. Thomas of Villanova Church University President Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA '75, presiding |
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| 5:30 - 6:30 pm | Donor Recognition Reception hosted by Fr. Peter Donohue - Villanova Room, Connelly Center |
By Invitation Only |
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| Honoring the President’s Club, Heritage Society, Young Alumni Circle members and distinguished alumni leaders. |
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| 6 - 10:30 pm | Supernova - Mendel Field (Tented) |
Registrarion Required |
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| Join us for a stellar evening of lavish gourmet cuisine and cocktails, live music and dancing, all within a floored, air conditioned tent. It is “the place to be” on Saturday night, with one of the premier event bands on the East coast, Chico’s Vibe. You don't want to miss this! Appropriate attire: Business/Cocktail |
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| 6 - 10:30 pm | Childcare - Wildcat Sports and more! | Registration required | |
| 10:30 pm - 1 am |
Wildcat shuttle to & from Main Line hotspots | ||
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| 7:30 & 10:30 am | St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Mass - St. Thomas of Villanova Church | |
| 8:30 - 10:30 am | Farewell Brunch - St. Marys Hall, Dining Room | Registration Required Adults: $15 Ages 5-20: $8 |
| 8 - 11 am | Apartment Checkout - Garey Hall | |
| 10 am - 2 pm | University Shop open - Kennedy Hall |
Reunion Weekend Schedule '12.pdfClick here for a printable version of the Reunion Weekend 2012 Schedule of Events
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