Event Schedule
Homecoming of Heroes Sept. 30 - Oct. 2, 2016
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8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
Alumni Association Annual Meeting with the Alumni Association Board of DirectorsThe Alumni Association Board of Directors is the representative body of the Alumni
Association. As IWU alumni, you are a member of the Association and are invited to
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9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Homecoming Headquarters / Information DeskCheck in, ask questions and pick up a name tag, Class Reunion ribbons, and Golden
Titan pins. You might even get to take a pic with Tommy Titan! |
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Fiji 150th Anniversary CelebrationIWU's Phi Gamma Delta chapter was not only the first fraternity at Illinois Wesleyan, but it was also the first chapter of a Greek letter society chartered in the entire state of Illinois. IWU’s Fiji chapter is now the third oldest continuously functioning chapter of Phi Gamma Delta in the world. Visit fiji150iwu.com for full schedule and details of this celebration. |
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3:30 to 5 p.m. |
Council for IWU Women MeetingCouncil for IWU Women members will meet to plan the 2016 Summit and welcome new members. |
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4 to 5 p.m. |
Alumni Career PanelIn May 1966, R. Sargent Shriver, Jr. addressed the IWU graduating class about his tenure as the first Director of the
Peace Corps. Fifty years later, Illinois Wesleyan has become a Peace Corps Prep school. More students are pursuing post baccalaureate service opportunities than ever before.
Join this panel of alumni to learn about their rewarding experiences with the Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps and Teach for America. Maggie Byrne '11, Andrew Herrington-Gilmore
'09, Erin Howes '12, Aaron Massey '10 |
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4 to 5:30 p.m. |
English Department Wine and Cheese ReceptionEnglish House, 1101 N. Main St. |
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6 to 7:30 p.m. |
Alumni Awards ReceptionMake plans to join President Jensen and the Alumni Association Board of Directors
as we honor our distinguished roster of 2016 Alumni Award Winners, the 1965 undefeated football team, welcome the new Golden Titans from the Class
of 1966 and kick off Homecoming Weekend. All are welcome! $15 includes a heavy hors
d'oeurves buffet, beer and wine. |
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7:30 p.m. |
School of Music IWU Wind Ensemble ConcertThe IWU Wind Ensemble will perform |
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7:30 to 9 p.m. |
Titanium Pep Rally and 66th Annual Titan GamesJoin the members of the IWU campus community for the return of the Titanium Pep Rally
and the annual Titan Games featuring an expanded line-up this year. Titanium will
end with the coronation of 2016 Homecoming King & Queen. Joining crowd favorite events
such as NPC Sorority Scramble, Acacia/TKE/Theta Chi Chariot Races, and the FIJI/Sigma
Chi Rope Pull will be the Clash of the Classes competitions. |
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8 p.m. |
Reunion Kick Off CelebrationsMeet your fellow classmates to kick off your reunion weekend!
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8 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
Homecoming Headquarters / Information DeskCheck in, ask questions and pick up your name tags, Class Reunion ribbons and Golden
Titan pins. You might even get to take a pic with Tommy Titan! |
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8:15 a.m. |
Captain Ryan A. Beaupre '95 Memorial Scholarship 5K Run /2 Mile WalkA United States Marine Corps Captain: Ryan was a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter pilot and was the first American to give the ultimate sacrifice for his country in "Operation Iraqi Freedom." Join us to run the 5K one last time as we celebrate his legacy and celebrate the history and success of this event and the scholarship in Ryan's name. The 5K Run/2 Mile Walk starts on the IWU track at Tucci Stadium and ends at Egbers
Quadrangle. Packet pick-up and walkup registration at 7-7:45 a.m. Participants are
welcome to stay and enjoy the pancake/sausage breakfast on the quad. |
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8:30 to 10:30 a.m. |
Pancake / Sausage BreakfastEckley Quadrangle |
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8:30 to 11:30 a.m. |
Family Fun on the Eckley QuadJoin us under the Big Top – for kids from 2 to 102. Bring the family over to the Big Top and enjoy The Wild Style Face Painters, FunBelievable balloon artist, Chemistry Club, Physics Club, inflatables, pumpkin patch, popcorn, cotton candy, games, IWU Cheerleaders, Tommy Titan, prizes and more. Explore samples from 166 years of IWU history at the MUSEUM TENT. Browse through past
editions of the Wesleyana and other memorabilia. |
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8:30 to 11 a.m. |
Titan Pep BandAs part of Family Fun on the Quad, listen to the ever popular TITAN PEP BAND, under
the direction of Ed Risinger. |
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9 to 10 a.m. |
School of Music Alumni Reception & Continental BreakfastVisit with faculty, staff, alumni & students |
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9 to 11 a.m. |
The Annual School of Nursing Social and Distinguished Alumna Award CeremonyA Saturday morning Social and Awards Ceremony honoring Nancy (Jenkins) Johnson '78
will be held in the CNS Atrium. Immediately following the social, she will present
her keynote address "Cornfields to Saguaros: The Journey Continues". |
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11:15 to 1 p.m. |
School of Nursing Dedication and ToursPlease join us at the dedication of Stevenson Hall at 11:15 with tours of the renovated building from 11:30-1:00 p.m. Stevenson Hall |
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10 a.m. |
The Trees of Illinois Wesleyan Arboretum TourOver 1200 trees grace the grounds of Illinois Wesleyan Arboretum, comprised of nearly
150 distinct species and cultivars. When trying to distinguish each from its neighbor,
one might be reminded of the old adage…. “You can’t see the forest for the trees!”
To help you discover our forest, Ken Detloff, Assistant Manager of Grounds Services,
will lead you on a walking tour of campus and will point out many different specimens. |
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10 to 11:30 a.m. |
Annual Alumni Collegiate Choir Reunion Rehearsaldirected by Professor Scott Ferguson. |
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10 to 11 a.m. |
Greek Alumni NetworkGreek Alumni Reunion! Return to your chapter house to reunite with alumni and meet
active members. Sigma Pi Alumni will meet in the Davidson Room, Memorial Center.. See below for exciting, new Alpha Omicron Pi Alumnae plans. See Sigma Alpha Iota plans below at 11:30 a.m.
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10 a.m. -12 p.m |
Alpha Omicron Pi Reunion
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10 to 11:30 a.m. |
Biology Department ReceptionStop in to visit and catch up with fellow Titans at the Annual Homecoming Biology
Department Reception. |
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10 to 11:30 a.m. |
Munsell Resident Hall ReunionCalling all alumni who lived in Munsell, - even for one semester. - Join your former
hall-mates and help us celebrate the 50th anniversary of Munsell. Sign your name on
a Munsell Hall blueprint and find other alumni who also called your room “home”. |
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10 to 11:30 a.m. |
Gulick Resident Hall ReunionCalling all alumni who lived in Gulick, - even for one semester. - Join your former
hall-mates and help us celebrate the 60th anniversary of Gulick. Sign your name on
a Gulick Hall blueprint and find other alumni who also called your room “home”. |
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10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
Titan Tailgate
NEW THIS YEAR: The Alumni Association welcomes you to the pre-game excitement, including local food
trucks! Enjoy a variety of choices from local vendors while connecting with your fellow
Titans. Many reunions are meeting here so make this your meeting place too! Bringing
your own tailgate? Be sure to check out the Official Football tailgating Map and Policy. |
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11:30 a.m. |
Sigma Alpha Iota BrunchSigma Alpha Iota will host a brunch for Alumni at 11:30am. 307 E Chestnut St, Bloomington |
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11:30 to 1:00 |
Titan Spirit DogsJoin the Division of Student Affairs as we grill up a heaping helping of “Titan Spirit
Dogs” free while they last. Be our guest and let us show you some Titan Hospitality! |
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1 p.m. |
Football Game, IWU vs. WheatonAlumni football players are welcome to assemble at the east end of the stadium at
12:45p.m. and form a tunnel to cheer the Titans onto the field. The color guard will
honor all alumni who sacrificed for their country, including Captain Ryan Beaupre '95. Veterans, active duty and first responders will also be honored. At half-time, help
us congratulate our Alumni Award Winners and celebrate the reunion of the 1965 undefeated football team. |
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3 to 4 p.m. |
School of Theatre Arts (SOTA) - "The First Five Years"The Class of 2012 is invited to speak to the current SoTA majors about work experiences,
education and tips for dealing with the "real world" as they begin their fifth year
after graduation. Open forum for the student body of SoTA. |
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4 p.m. |
Women's Soccer vs. Carroll UniversityNeis Field |
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4 to 5:30 p.m. |
Minority Alumni NetworkingThe Office of Diversity and Inclusion will host The Network (MAN) Reception - "Where
the Past Meets the Present" which will begin at 4p.m.(or immediately following the
football game). All current MALANA students and alumni of color are invited to attend
this meet and greet session. |
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4:30 to 6 p.m. |
Humanities Wine & Cheese ReceptionCalling all Alumni who studied French and Francophone Studies, German Studies, Greek
and Roman Studies, Hispanic Studies, Japanese Studies, Philosophy, Religion, Russian
Studies, and Women's Studies. |
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6 to 9 p.m. |
Club TommyAll IWU alumni, family, friends, faculty, staff and guests are welcome to enjoy a
25-foot heavy hors d'oeuvres buffet including beer, wine, and soft drinks. "Club Tommy"
is the perfect place for informal class and team reunions, or to meet up with friends
before heading out for the rest of your evening. Join the Reunion for the Classes
of the 80s, the 10th Reunion for the Class of 2006 and many more! |
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6 to 8:30 p.m. |
Class of '91 25th ReunionStep back in time and relive the college days, even if just for a weekend. Maguire’s, 220 N Center St, Bloomington. Optional after party at Maguire's – 8:30pm - ?
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6:30 p.m. |
Men's Soccer vs. Carroll UniversityNeis Field |
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6 p.m. Cocktails |
“Golden Titan Club” Reunion Dinner - All Class Years Through 1965Join Golden Titan Club members for dinner and cocktails. |
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7 p.m. |
Class of 1966 – 50 Year Class Reunion DinnerCap off your class reunion weekend by joining fellow class members for cocktails and
a dinner buffet. |
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7:30 p.m. |
School of Theatre Arts (SOTA) presents For The Love of Haven
For The Love of Haven is a political satire which is set in the microcosm of a small college in the Midwest.
Come join the original 1996 cast for this reading, marking the 20th anniversary of
this original piece by IWU's own Dr. John Ficca. Reception immediately following. |
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9 p.m. |
Hypnotist - Chris JonesChris Jones offers a high-energy show that is interactive for both those being hypnotized
and those in the audience, and is guaranteed to make you cry from laughing. |
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10 a.m. |
All Campus Service & Collegiate Choir Reunion PerformanceEvelyn Chapel |
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11 a.m. |
Pride Alumni Community (PAC) Speaker Brunch - Queerying: Unleashing the Creative and Critical for Good by Rev. Chelsey Hillyer '05Queer communities have always had an impact on culture and history even in eras when
living in the open wasn't an option. "Queerying" is Rev. Chelsey Hillyer affectionate
name for this combination of critical engagement with the world and creative reimagining
that has lead to social change. In times that call for creative responses to oppression,
violence, and hatred, she challenges us to examine how we can participate in bringing
about the good. |
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11 a.m. |
Annual Alumnae Softball GameMeet the team and new coach, Tiffany Prager, while enjoying a friendly game and fun for the entire family. |
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School of Music – Piano ConcertJoin SOM faculty and staff for "Music of Joyous Celebration" with celebrated concert pianist and conductor, Jeffrey Siegel. Post concert reception in the Smith Reception Room.
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