V 7.7 NEWS FROM SU
SPECIAL HOMECOMING EDITION II

News from SU (Vol. 7 No. 7)
October 5, 2005
An Electronic Newsletter for SU Alumni

Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, October 21 - 23, 2005
"A Taste of Southwestern"
Register today!

HOMECOMING EVENTS THAT YOU JUST DON'T WANT TO MISS!
Reunion Parties - Look Who's Coming
Painting Stories: An Exhibit by Ann Truog Hardy ’55
Homecoming Parade & Picnic
SING! 2005: A Bold New Flavor
Jameson 5K at Southwestern Fun Run/Walk and 1-Mile Mosey
Recognition Reception: A Texas Taste Off
SU Alumni Choir
"The Glass Menagerie"
Alumni University
Little Pirates University
Alumni Receptions and Open Houses
Homecoming Worship Service
Pirate Athletics

FINAL DETAILS
"A Taste of Southwestern" Novelties
Local Accommodations Update
Questions

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VIEW THE WEEKEND SCHEDULE!
REGISTER TODAY!
Online registration ends on Friday, October 14!

Alumni Chair Kimberly Crowder Goodfriend ’93 and Student Chair Amanda Faulkner ’07 welcome you to Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2005! Experience "A Taste of Southwestern" from Friday, October 21 through Sunday, October 23.

Homecoming Drawing Winner Announced!
Rev. Herbert Coe ’80 from Middleton, DE, is the winner of the complimentary 2-night stay at Harper-Chesser Historic Inn! The first 50 alumni who registered online for Homecoming were entered into the drawing. Congratulations, Rev. Coe!

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HOMECOMING EVENTS THAT YOU JUST DON'T WANT TO MISS!
Reunion Parties - Look Who's Coming
Attention Reunion Classes of 1955, 1960, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1995, and 2000! Your reunion party is only weeks away! Go to the Reunion Website and view the details for each reunion party and then register online. Visit the "Look Who's Coming" section of your reunion webpage to see who is already registered to attend.

Painting Stories: An Exhibit by Ann Truog Hardy ’55
As part of ongoing efforts to lift up the achievements of alumni, the Office of Alumni Relations is showing nine paintings by Ann Truog Hardy ’55 in the Alumni Center (2nd floor, Roy and Lillie Cullen Building). Mrs. Hardy, a member of the 50-year reunion class, is an accomplished painter who has won numerous awards for her work. Meet the artist during a reception to be held on Friday, October 21 at 3:30 p.m. in the Alumni Center.

Homecoming Parade & Picnic
A Southwestern tradition! With a wide range of parade entrants, including student organizations and reunion classes, the competition is high for the "Grand Champion" prize. Stay after the parade for the Homecoming Picnic, where reunion classes will be honored, parade winners announced, barbecue served by Salt Lick, and music played by SALT (a SU homegrown band). Don't forget to pick up an autographed copy of The Wine Roads of Texas: An Essential Guide to Texas Wines and Wineries by Wes Marshall ’74. Don't miss the good friends and fun!

SING! 2005: A Bold New Flavor
Faculty, administration, and staff are impersonated, current campus events are mocked, and fun is had by all! It promises to be another unforgettable year with Ted Meredith ’04 as the alumni emcee and Cliff Miller ’07as the student emcee. Visit the SING! website and register online for tickets to the performances.

Jameson 5K at Southwestern Fun Run/Walk and 1-Mile Mosey
Pack your sneakers! You will not want to miss the 5th Annual Jameson 5K at Southwestern Fun Run/Walk and 1-Mile Mosey. Proceeds benefit the Jaysn Jameson ’90 Memorial Scholarship. To register, visit www.Jameson5K.org.

Recognition Reception: A Texas Taste Off
Members of the 1840 and Brown Societies and the President's Council are invited to attend a blind tasting of Texas' best wines against some of the world's finest. Wes Marshall ’74 guides guests through nearly eighteen wines during this Friday evening event.

SU Alumni Choir
Former alumni chorale members are invited to reunite this year during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend. Henry Holloway ’55 has graciously agreed to conduct the Alumni Choir again this year. The Alumni Choir will sing during the Homecoming and Worship Service on Sunday, October 23 at 11 a.m. If you would like to participate, please e-mail the Alumni Office at alumni@southwestern.edu or call 1-800-960-6363.

"The Glass Menagerie"
This poetic and complex drama, which was first produced in 1944, is Tennessee Williams' most autobiographical work and one of his greatest plays. "The Glass Menagerie" will be performed on Friday (10/21) at 8 p.m., Saturday (10/22) at 3 p.m. and Sunday (10/23) at 3 p.m. To reserve tickets, contact the Fine Arts Box Office at 512-863-1378. Hours 1-5 p.m., Monday - Friday.

Alumni University
Now is your chance to revisit the classroom, without studying! On Saturday of Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, join SU faculty as they teach a mini-class on some of their most popular subjects. Each Alumni University course is open to all Homecoming attendees and are hosted by the 2005 Reunion Classes. View the Alumni University schedule at www.southwestern.edu/homecoming/schedule.htm.

Little Pirates University
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend is not only for the grown-ups of the family! Southwestern offers tons of activities that are sure to please the children of the family. With a parade, picnic, and "Little Pirates University" (for children ages 4-12), your child is sure to have as much fun as you! Register your little pirate today!

Alumni Receptions and Open Houses
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend provides you with a number of opportunities to attend organizational open houses and affinity receptions on Saturday afternoon and evening. Check the Homecoming schedule for specific locations and time information.

Homecoming Worship Service
Attend the Homecoming Worship Service with music by the Alumni Choir and a memorial recognition of alumni who have died during the past year.

Pirate Athletics
Cheer on the Men's and Women's Soccer teams and rally for the Lacrosse Alumni Game, where the 2005 LSA Division B Champions take on alumni lacrosse players. Check the Homecoming Schedule for game times. GO PIRATES!


FINAL DETAILS
"A Taste of Southwestern" Novelties
Remember the days when you could enjoy a sweetroll in the SU Snack Shop? You can still enjoy Carl and Alice Langenegger's recipe every morning! Bring "A Taste of Southwestern" home with a novelty apron and cookbook! The cookbook and apron each cost $5.00. Buy one for each member of the family! They make great holiday gift items. You won't want to miss out! Click here to order your aprons and cookbooks.

Local Accommodations Update
Attention Alumni! Planning on coming to Homecoming & Reunion Weekend? Still need a place to stay? Please make your hotel reservations ASAP! Many hotels in Georgetown are already booked. However, there are still reservations being accepted at several hotels in Round Round and North Austin. Visit the list of Local Accommodations for more information.

Questions
If you have any questions concerning Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, please contact the Office of Alumni and Parent Relations at alumni@southwestern.edu or by calling 1-800-960-6363. You can view the Homecoming & Reunion Weekend website at www.southwestern.edu/homecoming.