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Friday, Feb. 19, 2010
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10 & 11 a.m.,
1 & 2 p.m.
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Campus Tours
These regularly scheduled tours of campus are sponsored by the Southwestern Ambassadors. Tours will depart from the lobby.
Wilhelmina Cullen Admission Center
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1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
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Women's Softball: Southwestern University vs. Hardin Simmons University
Taylor-Sanders Softball Field
To read about the Women's softball team, see photos and their season record, click here. |
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4-7:30 p.m.
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Check-in and Information Desk
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Bob and Vivian Smith Concourse
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5-7:30 p.m.
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Pre-Game Dinner
Load up on a hearty meal before cheering on the Pirate basketball team. Click here to view the menu.
Red & Charline McCombs Center, J.E. & L.E. Mabee Commons
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Wear black and cheer on the Pirate Basketball teams as they take on conference rivals, Trinity University, in the final match up of the regular season and say goodbye and thank you to all the senior players!
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5:30-6 p.m.
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Meet the Mascot
Arrive early for the basketball games and have your photo taken with Captain Ruter, our larger-than-life school mascot.
Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Performance Court
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6 p.m.
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Woman's Basketball: Southwestern vs. Trinity University (Conference Game)
To read about the Women's basketball team, see photos and their season record, click here.
Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Performance Court
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8 p.m.
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Men's Basketball: Southwestern vs. Trinity University (Conference Game)
To read about the Men's basketball team, see photos and their season record, click here.
Corbin J. Robertson Center, Robertson Performance Court
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9 p.m.
| Feminist Voices Present Vagina Monologues
Members of the student group Feminist Voices will perform this award-winning play written by Eve Ensler, which raises awareness about violence against women and girls.
Mood-Bridwell Hall Atrium
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9:30-11 p.m.
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Post-Game S'mores
Stop by the Howry Center as you leave the game for a late-night snack with other families and students.
Julie Puett Howry Center
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Saturday, Feb. 20, 2010
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8 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Check-in and Information Desk
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Bob and Vivian Smith Concourse
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9-10:30 a.m.
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Honors Convocation
All are welcome to attend Southwestern's annual academic achievement ceremony. Students to be honored have been notified in advance by the Provost's Office.
Lois Perkins Chapel
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10:30-11:30 a.m.
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Family Days Reception with President Jake B. Schrum '68
All are welcome to attend this reception following the Honors Convocation to meet professors and members of the University administration. Coffee and juice will be served.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge
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11 a.m. & noon
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Campus Tours
These regularly scheduled tours of campus are sponsored by the Southwestern Ambassadors. Tours will depart from the lobby.
Wilhelmina Cullen Admission Center
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10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Family Days Brunch
Click here to view the menu.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. & L.E. Mabee Commons
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11:30-noon &
12:10-12:40 p.m.
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Off the Beaten Path Building Tours
See the behind-the-scenes places through the eyes of the faculty that make Southwestern special. Watch a preview here.
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Sarofim School of Fine Arts Tour with Professor of Art and Paideia Professor, Patrick Veerkamp
Meet in the Jim and Pat Walzel Lobby for a tour of the Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center. |
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Fondren-Jones Science Hall Tour with Associate Professor of Biology, Martin Gonzalez
Meet in Room 148 Classroom for a tour of the Fondren-Jones Science Hall. |
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Corbin J. Robertson Center Tour with Associate Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, Glada Munt
Meet in the Robertson Foyer for a tour of the Corbin J. Robertson Center.
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F.W. Olin Building Labs Tour with Professor of Psychology, Jesse Purdy and Associate Professor of Psychology, Fay Guarraci
Meet in the F.W. Olin Building Lobby for a tour of the F.W. Olin Building Labs.
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Historic Buildings Tour of Mood-Bridwell Hall and the Roy and Lillie Cullen Building with the Associate Vice President for Alumni and Parent Relations, Georgianne Hewett '90
Meet in the Mood-Bridwell Hall Atrium for a tour of Mood-Bridwell Hall and the Roy and Lillie Cullen Building.
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1 p.m. & 3 p.m.
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Women's Softball: Southwestern vs. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Taylor-Sanders Softball Field
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1-1:50 p.m.
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Crack the Hidden Job Market: Link, Friend and Network Your Way to a Career
Referral is the most powerful way that individuals connect with career opportunities or even learn about career options. In this difficult economy, this "back door" approach to job searching is even more important to leverage. Social networking technology provides new ways to make these connections, but tried and true networking activities remain equally valuable. Practice your networking skills in this interactive session, take a tour of LinkedIn.com, learn networking etiquette tips and discover the many ways the SU community of students, alumni, parents and friends can help you achieve your career goals. Students and families welcome.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Lynda McCombs Room
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2 p.m.
| Men's Baseball: Southwestern vs. Millsaps College
Rockwall Family Baseball Field
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2-2:50 p.m.
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Classes Without Quizzes
Catch a glimpse of a Southwestern student's academic experience and the learning outcomes that result from this unique eduction. All family members are invited to attend. To read descriptions for these lectures, click here.
F.W. Olin Building
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Knitting: It's Not Just for Grannies
Elizabeth Green Musselman, Associate Professor and Chair of the History Department
Room 207
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Wheels and Deals: A Survey of Television Game Shows
Alison Marr, Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Room 110
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Introductory Programming: Not Just for Math and Science Majors
Suzanne Buchele, Associate Professor of Computer Science
Room 113
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The Rules of the Game Matter!
Alisa Gaunder, Associate Professor of Political Science
Room 209
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The Angel IS the Devil: Why We Do What We Do
Philip Hopkins, Associate Professor of Philosophy and Chair of the Religion and Philosophy Department; Paideia Professor
Room 222
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That First College Paper, A Blue Jean Jacket, and Forty Years Ago Today
David Gaines, Associate Professor of English and Paideia Program Director
Room 111
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3-4 p.m.
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Student Organization Open Houses
Various Locations
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| - Cooper Street Improv Group, Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, Heather McGaughey Rehearsal Hall
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The following organizations will be located in the Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge.
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- Rotaract Club of Southwestern
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3 p.m.
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African-American Student and Parent Reception
A reception sponsored by the student organization E.B.O.N.Y.
Mood-Bridwell Hall Atrium
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4 p.m.
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Explore Experiential Learning at Southwestern
Study abroad, community-based learning and internships—what do these activities have in common? All involve learning that occurs outside the traditional classroom. Learn about what’s offered at Southwestern and hear current students talk about how they made the most of these opportunities.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Lynda McCombs Room
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4:30 p.m.
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Southwestern Ring Ceremony
Lois Perkins Chapel
The Southwestern ring is an outward symbol of the Southwestern Experience. Qualified juniors or seniors (75 completed hours or more) must have ordered a ring from Balfour (www.balfour.com) prior to Jan. 4, or have contacted the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations to have their previously purchased ring presented to them. All are invited to attend. There will be a reception immediately following the ceremony in the Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, Charles and Elizabeth Prothro Bishops Memorial Lounge.
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5-7:30 p.m.
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Dinner
Click here to view the menu.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. & L.E. Mabee Commons
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6 p.m.
| Feminist Voices Present Vagina Monologues
Members of the student group Feminist Voices will perform this award-winning play written by Eve Ensler, which raises awareness about violence against women and girls.
Mood-Bridwell Hall Atrium
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7:30 p.m.
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The Sarofim School of Fine Arts Presents the Austin Civic Orchestra
Lois Ferrari, Associate Professor of Music, will conduct the Austin Civic Orchestra’s “Winter Concert,” performing the and Grieg Holbert SuiteDvorak’s Symphony No. 8. Richard McDowell, professor of clarinet at The University of Texas at Austin, will perform as guest soloist. Tickets may be purchased at the door the evening of the concert. Arrive early to ensure seating. Admission is free for Southwestern students, faculty, and staff with their Pirate card. Admission for adults is $10, $8 for other students and seniors and $3 for children under the age of 12.
The Alma Thomas Fine Arts Center, The Alma Thomas Theater
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Sunday, Feb. 21, 2010
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10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Sunday Brunch
Click here to view the menu.
Red & Charline McCombs Campus Center, J.E. & L.E. Mabee Commons
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11 a.m.
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Worship Service
Special music will be provided by the University Chorale.
Lois Perkins Chapel
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1 p.m.
| Men's Baseball: Southwestern vs. Millsaps College
Rockwall Family Baseball Field
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