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UMBC'S 40th Anniversary, Homecoming and Family Celebration
Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21, 2006The deadline for online registration has passed, but walk-in registration is still available. It will begin at 3 p.m. on Friday, October 20 and 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 21. We look forward to seeing you!
Friday, October 20 events
Saturday, October 21 events
All Weekend Events
For more information
Events are subject to change.
RR=reservations required
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2006
Information Technology/Engineering Building, Lecture Halls 7 & 8
"Rising Above the Gathering Storm" Norman Augustine, retired chairman and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corporation.
The University System of Maryland Langenberg Lecture
Hosted by UMBC's College of Engineering and Information Technology (RR)
Following a distinguished career in public service and industry, Mr. Augustine, an aeronautical engineer, recently led the National Academies Committee on Prospering in the Global Economy of the 21st Century. He will speak about the group's report, Rising Above the Gathering Storm, which calls for dramatic investments and improvement in K-12 science and mathematics education.
UMBC Theatre
Theatre Alumni Reception
UMBC theatre alumni are invited to a reception prior to the department’Äôs production of Problem Child (see 5 p.m. event information below)
Dining and Residence Hall grounds
Student Picnic
Use your student meal card and enjoy food and entertainment.
Library Gallery, 1st floor
Pioneers Panel, Heritage Video, and Reception
Our early faculty, staff, and alumni share what it was like to found a new university in a panel discussion and a 40-year retrospective video.
UMBC Theatre
Department of Theatre presents Problem Child by George F. Walker, directed by Colette Searls (RR, $)
Denise and R.J. want their baby back. Held up in a cheap motel they impatiently await a social worker's verdict while fending off the antics of a drunken housekeeper. With a wink to Jerry Springer, this darkly entertaining comedy exposes the human desperation behind class prejudice and questions the reach of social control. Tickets available through MissionTix at www.missiontix.com or by calling 410-752-8950. Proceeds benefit the Department of Theatre Scholarship Fund. Adult language and content. The performance will be preceded by a reception for UMBC theatre alumni at 4 p.m. in the UMBC Theatre.
The Commons, 2nd Floor, Student Organization Area
Calling All Student Leaders - Past and Present
Reconnect with Student Life staff, alumni, and student leaders at this reception. Your involvement mattered then and still does.
Department Open Houses and Office Hours
Locations Listed Below
Catch up with former professors and staff during department "open houses and office hours." A list of departments and locations is provided below. Make your reservation at http://retrievernet.umbc.edu/40th.
The Commons, Flat Tuesdays
Africana Studies Open House
Fine Arts Building, 452
Ancient Studies Open House
Biological Sciences Building, first floor
Biology Open House and Tour of Renovated Facilities
Engineering Building, 314
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering Open House
University Center, 201 (New Interactive Study Discovery Center)
Chemistry and Biochemistry Open House
The Open House will be held at the new Interactive Study Discovery
Center and will be followed by tours of the renovated labs in
the Robert and Jane Meyerhoff Chemistry Building.
Information Technology/Engineering (ITE) Building, 325B
Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Open House
Fine Arts Building, 466
Dance Open House
Public Policy Building, 367
Economics Open House
Academic IV Building, A Wing, 4th Floor
Education Open House
Fine Arts Building 440
English Open House
Sondheim Hall, 001 (Cartography Lab)
Geography and Environmental Systems Open House
Administration Building, 7th Floor
History Open House
Information Technology/Engineering (ITE) Building, 4th Floor
Information Systems Open House
Math/Psychology Building, Reading Room, 422
Mathematics and Statistics Open House
Engineering Building, 2nd Floor, Atrium Balcony
Mechanical Engineering Open House
International Living Exchange Floor, Harbor Hall, 2nd Floor
Modern Languages and Linguistics Open House
Join faculty, alumni, current majors, and residents of the International
Living Exchange (ILE) to meet and learn about each other. Ethnic
appetizers will be provided by residents of the Chinese, French,
Japanese, Russian, and Spanish clusters.
Fine Arts Building Recital Hall
Music Department Concert
Enjoy a concert of music from 1966 to the present featuring
faculty, students, and alumni, followed by a reception to honor
Pat Benton, who is retiring after 25 years of service to the department.
Fine Arts Building, 536
Philosophy Open House and Book Discussion
"The Gold Leaf Lady and Other Parapsychological Investigations"
Longtime faculty member Dr. Stephen Braude will discuss his experiences
investigating paranormal phenomena from his new books.
Physics Building, 2nd Floor
Physics Office Hours and Tours
Public Policy Building 354
Political Science Open House
Math/Psychology Building, 322
Psychology Open House
Public Policy Building, Lobby
Public Policy Alumni Roundtable, "The More Things
Change..."
Public Policy alumni will reflect on changes in policy areas such
as health and education. The presentations will be followed by
an audience discussions.
Public Policy Building, 2nd Floor
Sociology and Anthropology Open House
UMBC Theatre
Theatre Open House
See listing above for the theatre department's performance
of "Problem Child" for more information.
Fine Arts Building, 1st Floor
Visual Arts Open House
Featuring exhibitions, performances, presentations, and demonstrations
in animation, art history, film/video, interactive art, graphic
design, print media, and photography.
Reunions
Locations Listed Below
Department Reunions Hosted by the Deans (RR, $)
Enjoy light fare and beer and wine while socializing with classmates, faculty, and staff. These reunions are complimentary for UMBC faculty, staff, and graduate students.The Tent, Library/The Commons Field
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, sponsored by Mercantile and the Graduate Student Association (RR, $)
Dean John Jeffries invites alumni to mix and mingle.
Administrative and Managerial Sciences
Africana Studies
American Studies
Ancient Studies
Dance
Economics
Education
Emergency Health Services
English
Gender and Women's Studies
Geography and Environmental Systems
Gerontology
Health Administration and Policy
History
Judaic Studies
Language, Literacy and Culture
Modern Languages and Linguistics
Music
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Public Policy
Sociology and Anthropology
Theatre
Visual Arts
Engineering Building Atrium (1st Floor)
College of Engineering and Information Technology, sponsored by Constellation Energy and the Graduate Student Association (RR, $)
Dean Warren DeVries invites alumni to mix and mingle.
Chemical and Biochemical Engineering
Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
Information Systems
Mechanical Engineering
Civil and Environmental Engineering
The former Pub in the University Center, Ground Floor
College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, sponsored by Wyeth Research and the Graduate Student Association (RR, $)
Dean Geoffrey Summers invites alumni to mix and mingle.
Biological Sciences
Chemistry and Biochemistry
Mathematics and Statistics
Physics
Fine Arts 529
Interdisciplinary Studies Reunion (RR, $)
Patricia LaNoue, director of the interdiscplinary studies program, invites INDS alumni for dinner and camaraderie with current students and alumni.
The Commons, Fireside Lounge (Third Floor)
School of Social Work Reunion (RR, $)
Carolyn Tice, associate dean and program chair of the School of Social Work, invites alumni to mix and mingle with students, faculty, and staff.
Meet at the True Grit statue in front of the Retriever Activities Center
Campus Tour with President Freeman Hrabowski (RR)
Put on your running shoes and join UMBC's energetic leader for a tour of UMBC's newest buildings, including the Albin O. Kuhn Library addition, The Commons, Information Technology/Engineering, Physics, and Public Policy.
Albin O. Kuhn Library, 7th Floor
Pioneers' Dinner (RR, $)
Toast the achievements of the University's early faculty, staff, and students. For tickets to the Pioneers' Dinner, please contact Kim Robinson at 410-455-3700 or trowbrid@umbc.edu.
The Commons, Room 329
Shabbat Services and Dinner hosted by UMBC Hillel (RR, $)
Enjoy dinner, services, and the opportunity to meet UMBC's new Hillel director. The cost for this event is $18 for adults and $15 for children 13-years-old and younger. It is free for UMBC students. RSVP by Friday, October 13 to hillel@umbc.edu.. Please note if you are a vegetarian.
Albin O. Kuhn Library, 3rd Floor
Library Reunion Reception (RR)
Current and former library workers are invited to renew acquaintances with friends and co-workers. RSVP to aok@umbc.edu or 410-455-2356.
The Commons
Musical Entertainment and Food Concessions
Grab a bite to eat at The Commons and enjoy musical entertainment.
Retriever Activities Center Arena
Women's Volleyball v. Stony Brook University
Albin O. Kuhn Library Grounds
Happy 40th Birthday to Us!
Join the entire UMBC community as we turn the Albin O. Kuhn Library into a giant birthday cake, celebrate the addition of the millionth book to the library collection, and cap off the evening with a very special video and fireworks display. President Hrabowski invites all alumni turning 40 this year to join him in lighting the birthday candles atop the library.
The Commons
Alumni Artists Cabaret, Sponsored by Comcast
The celebration continues with performances by singer-songwriter, Paul Iwancio '79, jazz keyboardist Lafayette Gilchrist '92, and the Swingin' Swamis, featuring tenor saxophonist John Dierker '88. Enjoy food and a cash bar.
University Center Ballroom
Student Talent Show
Our very talented students will perform everything from juggling to rock 'n' roll.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2006
Cool Car Show
Cruise through the decades at this vintage car show. For more information, email carshow@umbc.edu. Sign up your classic car or truck here.
UMBC Stadium
Men's Alumni Lacrosse Game
Don your lacrosse gear and join students in this annual tradition.
UMBC Stadium
Women's Alumni Lacrosse Game
Don your lacrosse gear and join students in this annual tradition.
The Tent, Library/Commons Field
Welcome Lunch sponsored by the Erickson School of Aging Studies (RR, $)
President Hrabowski kicks off the events on Saturday by welcoming alumni and families to a special lunch. Come hear about developments at the University, including our newest major in the Management of Aging Services, and meet our exceptional students and faculty.
Pool Complex, Retriever Activities Center
Men's & Women's Swimming vs. Rider University
Cheer on our men's team, the 2006 America East Champions, and our women's team, who took second place.
Soccer Field
Men's Soccer v. Hartford University ($)
See Division 1 athletes compete on their home field. Giveaways and halftime events. Show your school pride and wear black and gold. Admission to the game is complimentary for UMBC students, faculty, and staff and their families with ID cards.
The Commons, Skylight Room
Retriever Bound: A Special UMBC Preview for Alumni and their Families (RR)
Join Yvette Mozie-Ross '88, assistant provost for enrollment management, and the directors of admissions, financial aid, and scholarships at a special reception for rising high school juniors and seniors and their parents. Learn about scholarship programs, the Honors College, the Living Learning Communities, undergraduate research, study abroad, and more. Learn about the Alumni Admissions Referral Program.
The Commons, Skylight Room
Parent/Family Open House and Information Session (RR)
Come hear what your students are up to and find out what campus opportunities are available to you. Meet other UMBC families and ask questions of leaders from Student Affairs.
Softball Field
Alumni Softball Game
Grab your glove and baseball cap and join students for this annual tradition.
Honors College Reception Area, Albin O. Kuhn Library 216
Honors College Reception (RR)
Past, present, and future leaders of the Honors College meet and greet alumni, students, faculty, staff, and parents. Invited special guests include Drs. Thomas Benson, John Titchener, Jay Freyman, James McKusick, Geoffrey Vaughan, and Anna Shields.
Harbor Hall Courtyard
Residential Life Alumni Reunion (RR)
Visit your former residential life colleagues and friends, meet current students, and reminisce with your former RA and desk staff at the Residential Life Reunion. Children's activities as well. RSVP to jawilson@umbc.edu or call 410-455-8832.
The Commons 329
Interdisciplinary Studies Information Session (RR)
Hear from current and former students what it's like to be an INDS major.
Alumni House (5451 Wilkens Ave.)
First Ladies Tea (Guys invited too!) (RR)
Take an afternoon break and enjoy light refreshments at the Alumni House at this informal gathering hosted by some of our "Fab Four" (1970-73) alumnae. Leaf through old yearbooks and other memorabilia.
The Commons, Skylight Room
Multicultural Alumni Reception (RR)
Join the Multicultural Alumni Committee at a reception to celebrate the rich diversity of UMBC, past, present, and future. Reconnect with old friends, former and current members of cultural/ethnic clubs, multicultural and panhellenic Greek council organizations, faculty, and staff members.
The Tent, Library/Commons Field
Crab Feast (RR, $)
It's not a party without good crabs, good friends, and good entertainment! Join fellow alums and members of the UMBC community as we celebrate 40 fabulous years with a picnic buffet, beer, and live music by 1988 grad Devin Walker's band Sense of Urgency. Space is limited. The first 250 attendees will get a free 40th anniversary crab mallet.
UMBC Theatre
Department of Theatre presents Problem Child by George F. Walker, directed by Colette Searls (RR, $)
Denise and R.J. want their baby back. Held up in a cheap motel they impatiently await a social worker's verdict while fending off the antics of a drunken housekeeper. With a wink to Jerry Springer, this darkly entertaining comedy exposes the human desperation behind class prejudice and questions the reach of social control. Tickets available through MissionTix at www.missiontix.com or by calling 410-752-8950. This production is not suitable for children.
Retriever Activities Center
Comedy Show (RR, $)
Laugh out loud with the finalists from the television hit, "Last Comic Standing!" The comedians will take the stage for an evening of comedy. Student tickets can be purchased at The Commons Information Desk.
CommUniversity Fest
Locations to Be Announced This public open house is a great opportunity to sample the diversity, intellect, and community of UMBC, sponsored by Whalen Properties, and co-sponsored by the Baltimore Sun, Comcast, the Baltimore Orioles, and the Student Government Association.
Join us for a day filled with activities for all ages, including faculty talks, hands-on activities and demonstrations by student clubs, games through the decades, faculty and student performances, campus tours, kid's activities, and more.
Enjoy the life of the mind by taking in one of these faculty and staff presentations:
Join Dr. Thomas Schaller, associate professor of political science, for a lively political discussion, "Whistling Past Dixie: How the Democrats can Win Without the South" or come hear Dr. Mary Rivkin, associate professor and chair of education speak about "Children and Nature."
Music lecturer Dr. Joseph "Skip" Morin will give his famous "Rock 'n' Roll Refresher" course while Anne Scholl-Fiedler, director of the career services center, will talk about "Hot Careers."
Dr. Manil Suri, professor of mathematics and statistics and author of the novel "The Death of Vishnu," will present "The Infinity Road Show," while associate professor of sociology, Dr. Fred Pincus will talk about "The Changing Nature of Higher Education: 1966-2006."
Enjoy associate professor of psychology Dr. Robert Deluty's poetry reading or become a freshman for the afternoon and join the first year seminar, "Multicultural Perspectives on 9-11," presented by Dr. Jason Loviglio, associate professor of American studies, Albin O. Kuhn Library, 767.
Enjoy these special activities for families and friends:
Location to Be Announced
Maryland Voter Information Clearinghouse
Learn about political candidates, search campaign finance databases, verify voter registration, and more using the Maryland Voter Information Clearinghouse. This state-of-the-art technology helps Maryland voters access information and make informed decisions for the 2006 primary and general elections. mdelections.umbc.edu.
Starting at True Grit statue, Retriever Activities Center, and continues to The Commons, ending at Soccer Field
March of the Retrievers
Where else would you see a parade of 40 Chesapeake Bay Retrievers?
Soccer Field
Baltimore Blast Youth Soccer Clinic
Alumni athletes, now Baltimore Blast soccer players, lead a soccer clinic for youth 15 and under.
The Commons 331
"Baseball Flashbacks: The 1966 World Series" with Baltimore Sun sports columnist, Peter Schmuck
1966 was a very good year for Baltimore. UMBC opened its doors and the Baltimore Orioles won the World Series. Talk sports with columnist Peter Schmuck.
Calling all arts enthusiasts. Enjoy theatre, film, art, and more:
The Commons 004
Films at the Women's Center
Enjoy hourly screenings of student films: "Women and Body Hair: An Intimate Relationship," "Amazon Sisters," and "Living with Pride: Ruth Ellis at 100." Read more about the films here.
Various Locations
Gallery Crawl
Sample the richness of the arts at UMBC. Start with opening receptions at the Library Gallery and the Center for Art and Visual Culture. Then, while winding your way through campus with "Tune to the Arts," an auditory tour of the arts, stroll to the Joseph Beuys Sculpture Park, an alumni film and video show, student art galleries, and the Imaging Research Center. Finish with a closing reception at The Commons art galleries.
Enjoy performances and demonstrations by our exceptional students:
The Commons
Fun Activities Presented By Student Organizations
The Ballroom Dance club, Hip Hop troop, Dance team, and Step team will get your body moving. The Mama's Boys will serenade you and the Pep Band will energize your school spirit. Learn tricks of the trade with the championship Chess team and join the Model UN for an all-day training and simulation. Take in a Tae Kwon Do demonstration or get your face painted by ArtCOM, the Visual Arts Council of Majors.
ALL-WEEKEND EVENTS
Tune to the ArtsUsing a hand-held FM receiver, you can listen to recordings of past dance, theatre, literary, and visual arts events while taking a walking tour of the campus. Pick up the FM receiver at The Commons Information Desk.
The Commons
Memory Objects: Memorabilia from UMBC's 40 Years
View 40 years of alumni memorabilia.
Albin O. Kuhn Library Rotunda
The Evolution of a University: Selections from the University Archives
Enjoy 40 years of documents, photographs, and publications drawn from the University archives.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Online Timeline Learn and reminisce about UMBC milestones and our exceptional community on our interactive online timeline. www.umbc.edu/40th/timeline.html.Registration Required (RR) Register online at http://retrievernet.umbc.edu/40th
40th Anniversary Souvenirs UMBC 40th anniversary souvenirs will be available for purchase throughout the weekend at the Bookstore and at select event locations. The Bookstore will be open Friday, October 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Saturday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Please visit www.umbcbookstore.com for more information.
Accommodations and Parking For information about attractions and accommodations in and around Baltimore, visit the Baltimore Collegetown Network at www.colltown.org. For a list of hotels that offer special rates to UMBC visitors, go to www.umbc.edu/visitor. Complimentary parking is available at open lots, roadways, garages and metered parking spaces.
For more information These events are on rain or shine. Rain locations will be posted at each event. For more information on all the excitement, call 410-455-8000.
Thank you to our Exceptional Sponsors!
The Baltimore Sun
Bank of America
CitiFinancial
CloseCall America
Comcast
Constellation Energy
Mercantile
Sodexho
Whalen Properties
Baltimore Orioles
Charm City Cakes
Coca-Cola
Continuing & Professional Education
Erickson School of Aging Studies
Print Partners
The Winner Distributing Company
Wyeth Research
And to our UMBC sponsors
Administration and Finance
Athletics
Graduate Student Association
Office of Institutional Advancement
Office of Information Technology
Student Government Association
The Division of Student Affairs
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