Events
Alumni Reunion Weekend Activities
THURSDAY, APRIL 16:
8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Engineering Research Open House
Seamans Center
2-7 p.m.
Reunion Registration and Alumni Hospitality Room
Plaza Level, Levitt Center
Pick up your registration packet, sign up for reunion van service, view memorabilia provided by University Archives, enjoy refreshments, and relax in the hospitality room provided by the UIAA.
FRIDAY, APRIL 17:
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Reunion Registration and Alumni Hospitality Room
Plaza Level, Levitt Center
Pick up your registration packet, sign up for reunion van service, view memorabilia provided by University Archives, enjoy refreshments, and relax in the hospitality room provided by the UIAA.
9-10 a.m.
Campus Walking Tour (Free)
(repeated in afternoon)
Student ambassadors from the Office of Admissions will lead a leisurely walk through campus that includes new buildings and old favorites.
9:30-10:30 a.m.
Adler Journalism Building Tour (Free)
Named after Phillip D. Adler, publisher of the Quad City Times (of Davenport) and lifelong supporter of the UI, the Adler Building sits just north of the Main Library and houses the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Opened in 2005, this state-of-the-art building is also home to the Daily Iowan facilities.
10-11 a.m.
Campus/Iowa City Bus Tour (Free)
Departs from Plaza Level, Levitt Center
(repeated in afternoon)
The campus and Iowa City have undergone many changes since you graduated, and you’ll want to see the new construction, as well as renovations to old favorites. This tour takes in all the highlights from the comfort of an air-conditioned bus, just like current students use to journey across campus.
10:30-11:20 a.m.
Alumni College “Post-Modern Fiction” Course (Free)
105 English Philosophy Building
With changes in technology and teaching style, Iowa classrooms are much different than they were 50 years ago. Sit in on this course taught by UI English professor Brooks Landon to experience what student life is like today.
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Come and Go Lunch in Burge Hall’s Market Place ($8)
Burge Hall Market Place is a newly renovated dining hall used by faculty, staff, and students. Enjoy lunch with a wide variety of dining options and a scenic view of campus.
11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
Alumni College “Physics of Everyday Experience” Course (Free)
LR1 Van Allen Hall
With changes in technology and teaching style, Iowa classrooms are much different than they were 50 years ago. Sit in on this course taught by UI physics professor Robert Merlino to experience what student life is like today.
Noon
College of Nursing Luncheon, Presentation, and Tour of Nursing Clinical Education Center (Free)
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
1-2 p.m.
Campus Walking Tour (Free)
(repeat of morning tour)
2-3 p.m.
Old Capitol Tour (Free)
A campus and state landmark, Old Capitol has stood as the university’s signature architectural jewel for more than 150 years. Renovated after a devastating fire in 2001, Old Cap is still in use as a museum and learning center. Tour the restored building, view the new gold dome, and experience this timeless piece of Iowa history.
2 p.m.
Coffee with Curt Hunter, Dean of the Tippie College of Business (Free)
Howe Galleria, Pappajohn Business Building
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Tour of College of Education Curriculum Lab and Iowa Center for Assistive Technology & Education Research (Free)
Lindquist Center
ICATER lab is located in the College of Education, maintains a number of assistive technology devices within the lab setting. This assistive technology lab offers an environment for application, research, and training to University of Iowa College of Education students and faculty.
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Campus/Iowa City Bus Tour (Free)
Departs from Plaza Level, Levitt Center
(repeat of morning tour)
5:30-6:30 p.m.
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Social ($5)
The Airliner, 22 S. Clinton St.
6 p.m.
College of Nursing Reception, Dinner, and Program ($35)
Iowa Memorial Union
6:30 p.m.
Tippie College of Business Dinner ($25)
W401, Pappajohn Business Building
SATURDAY, APRIL 18:
8 a.m.
College of Nursing Breakfast and State of the College Address (Free)
9 a.m.-Noon
Reunion Registration and Alumni Hospitality Room
Plaza Level, Levitt Center
Pick up your registration packet, sign up for reunion van service, view memorabilia provided by University Archives, enjoy refreshments, and relax in the hospitality room provided by the UIAA.
10 a.m.
Campus/Iowa City Bus Tour (Free)
Departs from Plaza Level, Levitt Center
(repeat of Friday’s tour)
2 p.m.
Tour of Hayden Fry Football Complex (Free)
Departs northwest corner of Recreation Building
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Class of 1959 Reception (Free)
UI President Sally Mason’s Home, 102 Church Street
In celebration of their 50th anniversary, 1959 graduates and their guests are invited to a private reception at the UI President’s residence. Join host Sally Mason, 20th president of the University of Iowa, and your classmates at this special event.
5:30-8 p.m.
All-Class Social, Banquet, and 50-year Circle of Gold Induction Ceremony ($40)
Brechler Press Box, Kinnick Stadium - enter thru gate D
Join fellow graduates and friends for an evening of festivities at the newly renovated Brechler Press Box in Kinnick Stadium. Enjoy a social and refreshments at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. and then the Circle of Gold ceremony, where Class of 1959 alumni will receive a commemorative pin that symbolizes their enduring relationship with the university.
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