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A great time to come back to Fredonia!

Meet our new president

President Ginny Horvath

It is with enormous pleasure that we invite you to meet SUNY Fredonia’s 13th President, Dr. Virginia Schaefer Horvath at Homecoming 2012. While, there will be many opportunities to meet President Horvath throughout the weekend, the annual White Inn Meet and Greet on Friday evening, Sept. 28, at 9 p.m., is being dedicated to her. Please stop in and introduce yourself. There is no charge for the event.

Spotlight on Sciences

Homecoming 2012 also marks the 50th anniversary of Jewett Hall, a Science Conference, dedication of the newly renovated Williams Center, Ruterbusch 5K Run (in memory of Fred Ruterbusch ’77), spectacular concerts, great athletic contests, and a host of other special events.

Awardees

Three alumni will be recognized for outstanding achievement in their respective fields: Dianne (Carson) Craig ’85 (Mathematics), and Dennis Thiele, Ph.D., ’78 (Biology) will be recognized at the Alumni Awards Brunch at 11:30 a.m. Saturday in the Marche dining area, located on the second floor of University Commons (formerly known as Cranston Hall). Also receiving the award but unable to attend will be Eugene Kapaloski '53 (Elementary Education). Rounding out the brunch program will be special recognition of all of our Golden Grads (those alums from the Class of 1962 and before) and all honored classes.

Immediately following the brunch, Allen Sweet, ’54 (Music Education) will be signing copies of his book, The Stoneware of Havana, NY and Its Makers 1850-1888, in the Bookstore, first floor University Commons.

Education Get-Together

Also on Saturday, the College of Education will be holding its 6th Annual Discussion and Reception: Sharing Ideas, Catching Up with Friends at 1 p.m., at the Alumni House, 286 Central Ave. Take this time to catch up with old friends and current and emeriti faculty while enjoying some light refreshments. All alumni, friends and faculty are invited to attend. For additional information please contact Nicole Hohenstein, ’00, at 716-673-4768.

Sports

And!! Please plan to attend the many wonderful athletic contests scheduled this year. On Saturday, Sept. 29, the Ruterbusch 5K will commence at 9 a.m., at the Steele Hall Indoor Track. Our Men’s Soccer team plays Buffalo State at 1 p.m.. Also on Saturday, the traditional Men’s Alumni Soccer game will be held at 9 a.m., and our Women’s Soccer team will host a special Alumni match at 10:30 a.m. New this year will be a Women’s Alumni Basketball Game at 11 a.m., in the Dods Hall gym. Don’t miss the action! Plan to get involved!

Music

There are several free musical performances to which we would like to draw your attention. The Fredonia Reunion Jazz Ensemble will once again perform on Friday evening at 8 p.m., in Rosch Recital Hall. Please make every effort to attend the School of Music Master Class with Charles McCracken on the bassoon, at 2 p.m., scheduled in one of the new Maytum Rehearsal Halls in Mason Hall (1080 Mason) on Saturday afternoon. At 4 p.m., there will be a free School of Music Faculty Recital in Rosch Recital Hall, and at 8 p.m., our Wind Ensemble will perform a free concert in King Concert Hall.

Class Reunions

The Classes of 1987 and 2002 will celebrate anniversaries with special events. For all of the other honored classes – the Classes of 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1992, 1997, and 2007, there will be an Honored Class Multi-Reception held in the Williams Center Multi-Purpose Room from 4 – 6 p.m., on Saturday. Complimentary light refreshments and a cash beer/wine bar will be available. Look for your respective area. Specific downtown establishments will be designated for further opportunities in which to gather later that evening. Look for the location assignments at the Homecoming Registration Table.

Homecoming Weekend 2012

Friday, September 28, 2012

Dianne Craig, '85 (Mathematics), CEO of Ford Canada, is receiving the Outstanding Achievement Award. View her interview at 2012 International Car Show on YouTube>>

Dennis J. Thiele, '78 (Biology), is the keynote speaker for the Jewett Hall 50th Anniversary Celebration, and a recipient of the Outstanding Achievement Award. Visit his lab at Duke University>>

1 PM - 8 PM: Registration and Ticket Pick Up Alumni House, 286 Central Ave.

9 AM - 8 PM: Bookstore is Open. University Commons (formerly Cranston Hall).

4 PM: Dedication of Williams Center (newly renovated). Multi-Purpose Room.

4 PM: CEO of Ford Canada Dianne Craig, '83, presents"My Life Since Fredonia:" Fenton 105. Refreshments.

4 PM: Jewett Hall 50th Anniversary Celebration Keynote Seminar -- "The Biology of Copper: From Mammalian Development to Anti-Microbial Weapon" by Dennis J. Thiele, Ph.D.'78 (Duke University Medical Center). Room 101, Jewett Hall. Free.

5 PM - 7:30 PM: Chicken Barbecue. Dods Hall Grove. Sponsored by FSU Swim Team. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased online>. Also, purchase by cash or check at Alumni Office or from Coach Arthur Wang. A small number of tickets may be available at the door.

5 PM: Sciences Reception & Student Research Posters - Jewett Hall Lobby. Free.

6 PM Pep Rally: Multi-Purpose Room, Williams Center. Homecoming theme-"Fredonia Around the World." Crowning of Homecoming King and Queen.

8 PM: 1970's Reunion Jazz Ensemble Concert, Rosch Recital Hall. Free.

9 PM: International Dance Extravaganza - The Spot/Tim Horton's, Williams Center. Free to all students. A tribute to our international students.

9 PM: Midnight Meet and Greet at White Inn, 52 E. Main St. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, cash bar.

Saturday, September 29, 2012

8 AM - 6 PM: Registration and Ticket Pick Up at Williams Center Information Booth. Coffee may be purchased at STARBUCKS. A free shuttle bus will continuously circulate the parking lots and campus for your convenience.

9 AM - 11 AM: Biology Alumni Coffee - Jewett Hall Lobby. Free. Tours of Jewett Hall will be led every half hour by former faculty members and current students. Displays include taped interviews of emeritus faculty and alumni; alumni storyboard; photos

9 - 11 AM: Natural Sciences Alumni Coffee - Houghton Hall Foyer. Free. Display and observation of new Science Center (under construction) will be offered.

9AM: Ruterbusch 5K Memorial Run. Meet at Steele Indoor Track.

Register online as individual adult ($15), or individual student ($5) or Residence Hall Team of four students ($20)>>

9 AM: Men’s Alumni Soccer Game – University Stadium

9:00 AM: Campus Tour. Meet at Information Booth, Williams Center

10:30 AM: Women’s Alumni Soccer Game – University Stadium

11 AM: Women’s Alumni Basketball Game – Dods Hall Gymnasium

11 AM - 5 PM: Bookstore is Open. University Commons (formerly known as Cranston Hall).

11:30 AM: Awards Brunch – Cranston Marche, University Commons. Honoring Outstanding Achievement Award recipients, Dianne (Carson) Craig ’85 (Mathematics) and Dennis Thiele PhD. ’78 (Biology). Also receiving the award but unable to attend will be Eugene Kapaloski '53 (Elementary Education). Recognition of honored classes. Music by Ron Corsaro ’61. $15/person. Reservations recommended. Tickets>>

11 AM – 2 PM: WNYF Alumni Reception TV Studio, Hendrix Hall

1 PM College of Education Reception – Alumni House, 286 Central Ave. Committee of 200 will be recognized. Free. All are welcome.

1 PM: Book Signing by Allen Sweet ‘54. Bookstore.

1 PM: Blue Devils Men’s Soccer vs. Buffalo State – University Stadium

1 - 4 PM: SUNY Fredonia Science Alumni Conference, 20-minute concurrent talks by alumni. Locations: Williams Center. This is a forum to showcase the diverse and significant contributions to science made by the alumni of our Biology, Chemistry, Geoscience and Physics Departments. Alums are encouraged to submit abstracts for 20 minute talks. Complete schedule>>

2 PM – 4 PM: Alumni Picnic – Dods Grove/Tent/DJ. Nominal charge for food, beverages and beer. Please bring ID.

2 PM -6 PM: “ on the hop: paintings by Paul Ryan” The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center. Free.

2 PM: School of Music Master Class - Charles McCracken, bassoon. Room 1080, Mason Hall. Free.

4 PM: Department of Communication Alumni Reception - Heenan’s Pub, 39 E. Main St. Sponsored by ACA, WCVF,WNYF.

4 PM – 6 PM: Honored Class Multi-Receptions - Honoring all members of the Classes of 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1992, 1997, and 2007. Multi-Purpose Room, Williams Center. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Cash bar.

4 PM School of Music Faculty Recital - featuring Natasha Farny, cello, Donald George, tenor, Lucy Mauro, piano, Gerald Gray, Fredonia Chamber Singers. Rosch Recital Hall. Free.

4:15 PM: Bus leaves for anniversary celebration of Jewett Hall to College Lodge, Brocton. Meet at Williams Center Bus Stop. Complimentary shuttle will be ongoing until after anniversary dinner at Lodge.

5 – 6 PM: Natural History Tours at College Lodge – part of Jewett Hall 50th Anniversary Celebration. Led by faculty members Dr. Bill Brown and Dr. Jonathan Titus. Please take shuttle bus

6 PM: Jewett Hall 50th Memories and Reflections Anniversary Dinner Celebration. College Lodge, Brocton. Complimentary wine/beer at 6 PM. Western New York Buffet at 7 PM. Price: $25/person. Reservations recommended. Ongoing complimentary shuttle bus will be available for transport to and from lodge to campus. Memories and reflections to be given by Emeritus Professors Kevin Fox, Ken Mantai, and Wayne Yunghans of the Biology Department.

6 PM: Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner. Cranston Marche (formerly known as Cranston Hall), University Commons. Cash bar reception at 6 PM. Dinner at 7 PM. Price: $25/person. Reservations recommended. Tickets>>

6 PM: Class of 1987 - 25 yr. Reunion Reception – The Spot/Tim Horton’s, Williams Center. $5.00/person includes light refreshments and prizes. Cash beer/wine bar. Tickets>>

7 PM: Class of 2002 - Ten Year Reunion Happy Hour – Old Main Inn, Water St. Complimentary munchies. Cash Bar.

7 PM: Pre-released film for FSU students. Title TBA. Multi-Purpose Room, Williams Center. $1/person. Sponsored by Spectrum.

8 PM: Wind Ensemble Concert. King Concert Hall. Free.

9 PM: Downtown Meetings. Look for location assignments at Homecoming Registration Table. All honored classes (1962, 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002, 2007) will have opportunities to convene at designated establishments downtown.

9:30 PM: Pre-released film for FSU students. Title TBA. Multi-Purpose Room, Williams Center. $1/person. Sponsored by Spectrum.

Sunday, September 30, 2012

Double Reed Day – opening faculty recital at 9am in Rosch and the final student concert at 3:15 in Rosch. Concerts are free. Sponsored by School of Music

2 PM -6 PM: “On the hop: paintings by Paul Ryan,” The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center. Free.

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Where to Stay

Downtown Shuttle

A FREE shuttle bus service will be available from the following area hotels/motels to downtown Fredonia (in front of the police station on Temple St.) and back from 9 PM to 3 AM: Days Inn, Comfort Inn, Best Western, Dunkirk Motel, Clarion and Campus. Bus schedules will be available at respective lodgings.

Win Fredonia Gear

Bring or send your business card to the Alumni House by Sept. 28 to win Fredonia memorabilia in periodic drawings throughout Saturday, Sept. 29.

Attention Alumni Athletes!

If you’re interested in participating in the following Saturday contests, please notify the Athletics Office in Dods Hall at 716-673-3101.

Ruterbusch 5K Memorial Run 9 AM
Men’s Alumni Soccer Game 9 AM
Women’s Alumni Soccer Game 10:30 AM
Women’s Alumni Basketball Game 11 AM

Fred Ruterbusch (above).

Proceeds from the Ruterbusch 5K Memorial Run will benefit the Fredonia College Foundation’s Phillips Cross Country and Track & Field Fund.

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About Fred Ruterbusch:

In 1976, Fred placed 5th in the javelin at the NCAA Division III outdoor Track & Field championships, becoming the first Track & Field All-American at Fredonia State. For over 25 years Fred was an avid supporter of FSU’s Track & Field and Cross Country programs. With his untimely passing in 2003 the programs lost a good friend, a supportive alumnus and a great mentor.