Welcome to Family Weekend 2008

You and your family are invited to enjoy a weekend of events designed specifically for Salisbury University families. Below is a tentative schedule of events. Invitations to family weekend with registrations forms will be mailed home at the beginning of September. Here is a snapshot of the weekend events as the planning continues!!!

Tentative Schedule of Events:

Friday, October 31st

8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Family Weekend Check-in: Guerrieri University Center,Information Desk

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sea Gull Shopping Commons, University Bookstore

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Open Classrooms: Various Locations- Parents and family members may select from our list of classes to have a real Salisbury classroom experience. A copy of the class list is available on the Family Weekend web site or at the check-in table.

11 a.m. Family Weekend Golf Challenge: Nutter’s Crossing Golf Course- Come out and play a round with your family at this fun event. No winners, no losers, just great memories. $75 – two person team. Registration is required.

5 p.m. Teacher Education and Technology Center (TETC) Tour: The School of Education has long been the cornerstone of Salisbury University dating back to its inception as the Maryland State Teachers College so it is fitting the TETC with its combination of the Seidel School of Education and technology remains the cornerstone of SU heading into the future. Stop by and see the newest jewel on SU’s campus.

6 – 8 p.m. Family Weekend Fall Festival: Scarborough Leadership Center- Bring your family out for this festive event including pumpkin decorating, games, trick-or-treating, inflatable fun and much more. This is a great way to kick off Family Weekend 2008.

7 p.m. Family Weekend Movie: The Mummy 3- Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (Caruthers Hall Auditorium) The third installment of The Mummy series is set in the Far East where they unearth the mummy of the First Emperor of Qin – a shape shifting entity who was cursed by a wizard centuries ago. (Rated PG-13)

8 p.m. Family Weekend Showcase 2008: Holloway Hall Auditorium- Join us for this feature of student performances in dance, acapella, and gospel singing.

Saturday, November 1st

10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. Teacher Education and Technology Center (TETC) Tours

8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Family Weekend Check-in: Guerrieri University Center, Information Desk

8 – 9 a.m. Legacy Breakfast: Alumni House- This event is by invitation only. If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations and Annual Giving at 410-543-6042.

9 – 9:50 a.m. SU Study Abroad: TETC, Room 153- SU’s Center for International Education presents an opportunity to learn more about study abroad programs available to SU students, including incorporating travel into your major, scholarships, financial aid, and much more.

10 – 10:50 a.m. The Wide World of Financial Aid and What it Means to You: TETC, Room 153- Get an overview of financial aid programs and current developments in the worlds of financial aid.

10 – 10:50 a.m. Salisbury University Master Plan Update: TETC, Room 156- SU has changed significantly over the past few decades. Come hear and see how the campus has changed and what it will look like by the time your son/daughter graduates!

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sea Gull Shopping: Commons, University Bookstore

11 – 11:50 a.m. What Employers Expect from your Son/Daughter: Guerrieri University Center, Career Services Office- As parents, you want your son/daughter to have a successful, productive career after college. With that in mind, many students are not aware of what it takes to be a competitive employee while conducting a job/internship search. The best way to discover employer expectations is to hear it from a panel of employers and students in that environment. Also, this will be an excellent time to ask the questions you always wanted to ask!

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Leadership Brunch: Commons, Bistro- President Janet Dudley-Eshbach hosts a brunch with University leadership including the provost, vice presidents, academic deans and faculty. We encourage you to register your family early as seating is limited. Please include your student in the registration count. Cost: $10 adults, $5 (children 6-12), Free (children under 5), Meal Plan (SU students, if applicable). Registration is required.

1 p.m. Football vs. Wesley College: Sea Gull Stadium- Admission: $5 adults, $3 students (non-SU), $2 children 12 and under, Free with SU ID. Family members can purchase $3.00 discount tickets for the football game at the Guerrieri University Center Information Desk until 11:00 a.m. on game day.

2 p.m. Family Weekend Movie: The Mummy 3- Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (Caruthers Hall Auditorium )

4 p.m. Parent & Family Association Post-Game Social: Henson Science Hall Lawn-
Come by after the football game wraps up and enjoy a sweet autumn afternoon treat including hot cider, apples, and donuts. This event is free and open to all family weekend participants.

5 – 7:30 p.m. Seventh Annual Recipes from Home Dinner and Dinner Theater: Commons, Bistro- Submit your favorite family recipe for a chance to win top honors and have the recipes prepared by our own Dining Services. Get submission details on the family Weekend Website. Additionally, this year’s Recipes from Home includes a production from SU’s Theater Program and is another great way to see the students of SU in action. This small, two act performance begins at 6:30 p.m. Cost (plus tax): $9.97 adults, $6.06 children (6-12), free children 5 and under.

7 p.m. Family Weekend Movie: The Mummy 3- Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (Caruthers Hall Auditorium)

8 p.m. Spotlight Entertainment – Illusionist/Mentalist Wayne Hoffman: Holloway Hall Auditorium- Experience an evening with one of the top 10 mentalists in the world! He combines unparalleled sleight of hand with unforgettable mind reading abilities to create a spectacular journey into his audiences mind. Expect the unexpected!


Sunday, November 2nd

10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Jazz Brunch: Commons- Enjoy brunch with the musical talent of SU band Muskrat Sally.

7 p.m. Family Weekend Movie: The Mummy 3- Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (Holloway Hall Auditorium)