2011 Homecoming Schedule
Wednesday, November 16
3 p.m.
Book Club hosted by Prof. David Athey, School of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Don McCulloch, School of Education & Behavioral Studies will lead discussion on Why There Are No Good Men Left by Barbara Whitehead
Location: Wean Faculty Club
3:30 p.m.
29th Annual Great American Bug Race
Sponsored by Abalon Pest Services LLC
Location: Rinker Parking Lot
Cost: $1 registration (at the race); $0.05 per bug; $10 T-shirt
6 p.m.
Chapel Presentation
by Partners International Women and the International Business Club
Location: DeSantis Family Chapel
7 p.m.
Jay McCormick Classic
The Sailfish men’s basketball team will take on the University of Tampa in honor of the late Jay McCormick ’88
Location: Greene Complex for Sports & Recreation, Rubin Arena
Thursday, November 17
11 a.m.
Alumni Chapel
Guest Speaker: Lorraine Yaslowitz ‘92, widow of slain St. Petersburg Officer and PBA Alumnus, Jeffrey Yaslowitz ’93 and founder of Partners for Life Foundation. All alumni and friends are invited to attend.
Location: DeSantis Family Chapel
Noon
Lunch with Campus Alumni
Location: Weyenberg Center
4 – 6 p.m.
International Banquet: Embracing Your Cultural Heritage
The Department of Multicultural Services invites you to enjoy food from around the world as you take in the sights and sounds of Native American and African music and dance.
Location: Warren Plaza
Cost: Complimentary
Friday, November 18
TBD
Women’s Volleyball NCCAA Regional Finals Competition
9:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Campus Tour: Join us for a guided tour of Palm Beach Atlantic and get a new perspective of our growing campus as well as an up close look at the newly renovated Frasier Dining Hall, Weyenberg Center and Jess Moody statue
Location: Admissions Office
11 a.m.
Alumni Association Board of Directors Meeting
Location: Warren Library, Rinker Board Room
5 p.m.–7 p.m.
Spirit Dinner with Jack & Jill
Wear your Sailfish blue and white for dinner in one of our campus dining locations: Chick-fil-a in the Greene Complex (regular menu pricing) or Fresh Food Company in the newly renovated Frasier Dining Hall ($8 per person)
TBD
Class of ’76, ’86, ’01 & ‘06 Reunion Dinner
Please CLICK HERE to RSVP and connect with your Class Representive
Saturday, November 19
TBD
Women’s Volleyball NCCAA Regional Finals Competition
Tennis Shoot-Out
Join tennis enthusiasts for a friendly double elimination competition and cookout. You do not have to be a tennis alumnus to participate, all are welcomeCost: $10 singles; $5 doubles
Location: Gaines Park, 1501 N. Australian Ave.
9 a.m.
Alumni Volleyball Game
All are welcome to attend this event; please RSVP only if you would like to participate
Location: Greene Complex for Sports and Recreation, Rubin Arena
9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Career Connection
Enjoy a light breakfast as you meet and get connected with current students, alumni and local employers
Location: Lassiter Student Center, Career Services
9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Don Harp Archive Display
Relive history through a display of archives from the University’s founding to today. Enjoy coffee and pastries as you view old photos, yearbooks and memorabilia. You will also have the opportunity to record your favorite memories on video and reconnect with faculty and staff.
Location: Lassiter Rotunda of the Warren Library
10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
Campus Tour
Join us for a guided tour of Palm Beach Atlantic and get a new perspective of our growing campus as well as an up close look at the newly renovated Frasier Dining Hall, Weyenberg Center and Jess Moody statue
Location: Admissions Office
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Family Fun Day & Cookout
Bring family and friends for a day of fun with Segway tours of Palm Beach, inflatable obstacle course, kayak rentals, bocce ball, badminton, corn hole and hamburgers!
Location: Chapel by the Lake, First Baptist Church of WPB
$10.00 per person - cookout only
6 p.m.
Homecoming Dinner
Connect with friends as we celebrate the reunion years of ’76, ’81, ’86, ’91, ’96, ’01 and ’06 and present our distinguished alumni awards. All alumni, faculty and staff are invited to attend. Attire: Business Dress
Location: Newly Renovated Weyenberg Center
$35 per person
7 p.m.
Women’s Basketball vs. Florida Southern University
Come cheer on women's Salifish!
Location: The Greene Complex for Sports and Recreation, Rubin Arena
7:30 p.m.
An evening of Opera Scenes
Selections will span the gamut of beloved oparetic repetiore
Producing Director: Marilyn Mims
Location: Vera Lea Rinker Hall, Hall Kay Persson Recital Hall
$10 (at the door)
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