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2011 Reunion @ Homecoming Schedule

Friday, September 23

11_a.m.
 
*2nd Annual Alumni Reunion Golf Challenge
Crystal Lake Golf Club
Join Bryant alumni and friends for a round of golf.  11 a.m. registration followed by a shotgun start no later than noon.  Event includes 18 holes of golf, a cart and a commemorative reunion baseball cap.  Funds raised will support an alumni scholarship.
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3:30 p.m.
* Women's Soccer
Sutton Field
Bryant University vs. Wagner College
 
6 p.m.
 
* Alumni Welcome Reception and Buffet
Heritage and Papitto Dining Rooms, Bryant Center
If you arrive early on campus, join other alumni for a welcome reception featuring a pasta station and antipasto buffet and a cash bar open from 6 - 9:30 p.m.
 
* Bryant Leadership Council Gala (By Invitation Only)
George E. Bello Center, Stepan Grand Hall
Dinner and a salute to our 2011 Partners in Philanthropy (The Bryant Leadership Council is comprised of donors of $1,000 and above.)
 
8 p.m.
 
*Bulldog Bingo!
South Dining Hall
All are invited to join in this Bryant tradition!  Plenty of Bryant themed prized for you to win! Evening entertainment is organized by the Student Programming Board and is FREE for alumni.
 
9:30pm
 
*Bryant Fires and Fireworks
Bryant Center Patio
Join the Pep rally and see the campus in a whole new light!

Saturday, September 24

10 a.m.
 
*Registration Opens
Registration Tent in Alumni Village
Pick up your Reunion@Homecoming packets and, if you pre-registered, your Reunion gift at the registration tent in the parking lot adjacent to the Alumni Village and Bulldog Stadium.
 
*Tailgate Section Opens
Reserved area in new parking lots
Join classmates, faculty and friends for informal gatherings.  If you want to park in the tailgating section, pre-registration for a $15 vehicle parking pass and game ticket is required.  Otherwise, take the shuttle from your hotel or park in other locations on campus and enter the tailgating section on foot. Your parking pass will be mailed to you before the weekend.
Please note that tailgating is a pre-game activity, and the section will close at the beginning of the football game 1 p.m.
 
*Class of 2006 Dedication
Unistructure Room 382
Join 5th Reunion Classmates as we dedicate the classroom renovated with the 2006 Senior Class Gift.
 
*Alumni Info Sessions:
 
  • Get Reacquainted with Bryant's campus -- Tours leave every half hour (10, 10:30, 11, 11:30) from the Admission Office in Unistructure
  • Choose the right college for your teenager -- Admission Office staff will lead you through the admission process for all selective colleges like Bryant, and share tips to make your high school student stand out.  Bryant Center 2C
  • Develop your business plan -- Want to get that new business idea on paper in a convincing format?  Take our business plan boot camp, and position yourself for growth.  Consider entering our Alumni New Venture Competition and compete for a $10,000 first prize. Bryant Center 2A & B
  • Alumni Games -- Several varsity teams will hold alumni games.  Watch for news from the coaches for baseball, softball, men's and women's lacrosse, soccer, and football.
 
11 a.m.
 
*Reunion Barbeque
Alumni Village adjacent to Stadium
Bring the family and your appetite for an afternoon of food and fun with classmates and fellow alumni.  Classes will be organized by areas in the main alumni tent.  There is a special "Country Comfort" tent for 20th, 25th and 30th Reunions.  
 
*Memorabilia Tent
Alumni Village
Bring home a Bryant sweatshirt or keepsake from the Bryant Bookstore. Alumni receive a 10% discount.  11 a.m. - 4 p.m.  
 
*Student Leader Reunions and Homecoming Parade
Bryant Center Patio
Share your ideas and experiences with the current leaders of student organizations.  Join your favorite student organization and march in our newest tradition, the Homecoming Spirit Parade!
 
12 p.m.
 
*Bulldog Fun Zone
Bulldog Stadium Area
Kid friendly free food, games, performers, and great activities for all ages. Noon - 4 p.m.
 
*Chace Wellness Center Pool
Chace Athletic Center
Lifeguard on duty from noon to 4 p.m.  Parental supervision required for children under 12.
 
1 p.m.
 
*Bryant Bulldogs vs. Wagner Seahawks
Bulldog Stadium
Cheer the Bulldogs to victory on our home turf.
 
4 p.m.
 
*Post-Game Alumni Celebration -- Live Band, Wine Tasting and Dinner
Alumni Village
After the game kick back at the Alumni tent for a casual night of great food (including lobster bisque, sliced sirloin and grilled shrimp) and wines from around the world.  Reconnect with your classmates and enjoy the big band sounds of the "Overdrive Horns".  Don't miss this opportunity to join all of the classes who are back for Reunion.  
 
7 p.m.
 
*Take the shuttle to waterfire or join your alumni friends for a night cap at one of your favorite haunts.  Parente's and Effin's will be hopping or visit one of the newer restaurants in the area. Shuttle service from Parentes to area hotels until 1 a.m.  Shuttle to waterfire will return from downtown Providence at 11 p.m. and drop off at area hotels and campus.
 
8 p.m.
 
*Hypnotist Jim Spinnato
Janikies Auditorium
Come enjoy this comical family friendly show!

Sunday, September 25

10:30 a.m.
 
*Alumni Memorial Service
Ronald K. and Kati C. Machtley Interfaith Center

Remember and celebrate the lives of Bryant alumni who are no longer with us.  Join featured speaker Saddi Williams ’06 to remember the lives of departed Bryant alumni.  Special reflections are planned for members of the Loyal Guard Class of 1961 and reunion alumni like Patti (Carroll) deWeger ’81 whose Bryant friends established a scholarship for current students in her memory.  Robert Lee ’11 will provide a musical interlude, and refreshments will be served following the service.

Special unveiling of the Bryant University Memorial Book. 
 
1 p.m.
 
*Women's Soccer
Bulldog Stadium
Bryant University vs. Monmouth University

 

 



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Updated: 06.02.11