Spring Family Weekend is designed to give you an opportunity to visit with your son or daughter, to enjoy special events and activities and to experience the coming of Spring to our campus.

The preliminary schedule of events is included below, followed by a list of frequently asked Spring Family Weekend questions and answers. Please understand that changes will be made to the schedule between now and the start of the weekend, including the addition of new events. We encourage you to check this website for the most up-to-date information before coming to campus. An updated, printed schedule will also be available at the Powell Campus Center Information Desk throughout the weekend.

Families planning to attend are encouraged to make lodging reservations as soon as possible because spaces at local hotels, motels and bed & breakfasts fill up very quickly.

Please call the Office of Summer and Parent Programs at 607.871.2612 if you have any questions or concerns about the weekend. We hope you will plan now to join us for this very special event.

Weekend Schedule
(This schedule is subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates.)

Friday, April 23, 2010

7 am-5 pm Equestrian Center - Families are welcome to visit the Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center. View directions to the Equestrian Center>>> Printed directions will also be available at the Campus Center Information Desk. Visit the Equestrian Center webpage >>>

8:20 am-4:00 pm "Students for a Day" - Parents are invited to share in the Alfred University experience by visiting selected classes. A list of open classes will be viewable here by April 19. A printed list of open classes will also be available at the Campus Center Information Desk on Thursday and Friday, April 22 and 23.

8:30-4:30 pm University Administrative Offices Open - Parents with questions are welcome to stop by for information. (If you wish to meet with someone, please call ahead to check availability and make an appointment. View contact list >>>)

9 am-Noon Experience the Sights and Sounds of Harder Hall - Families are welcome to visit Harder Hall to observe art students in action. This is an informal opportunity to stroll through the building on your own and see student artists working in various media. Harder Hall

11:30 am-1:30 pm Lunch - Powell or Ade Dining Hall
Meal plan students can use guest meals to pay for their families. Cash prices will also be posted.

3:00-6:30 pm Family Weekend Information and Sign In - Sign our guest book, pick up updated weekend schedule, family buttons and other materials and information. Powell Campus Center, 2nd Floor Lobby

4 pm Honors Convocation - Families are encouraged to attend this very special event. Awards will be presented and recognition given for outstanding achievement at this annual ceremony honoring student & faculty excellence. McLane Center

5 pm Reception for Students and Families Hosted by President Edmondson immediately following Honors Convocation. This is an opportunity for families to enjoy refreshments and visit with President Edmondson, University administrators, faculty and staff. McLane Center Lobby (street level)

5-7:30 pm Dinner - Powell
5:30-8:30 pm Dinner - Ade Hall
Families are welcome to enjoy dinner on campus at Powell Campus Center or Ade dining hall. (Meal plan students can use guest meals to pay for their families. Cash prices will also be posted in the dining halls.) Alfred and area restaurants look forward to serving you during Family Weekend, as well (reservations suggested). View a list of local restaurants >>>

6:00 pm Pine Hill Derby - This annual event, sponsored by AU's student chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers, is always a lot of fun for everyone! There will be a barbecue for spectators, beginning at 5 pm. Pine Hill (weather permitting).

6-7:30 pm Ice Cream Bash - $3 adults, $2 children. Pay at the door. Fire Hall, Main Street

7:30 pm "Mystery at the Steinheim" - Families and students are invited to help us solve the case! This mystery event is presented by the staff of the Career Development Center under the direction of AU's theater professor, Dr. Becky Prophet. Advance reservations are required and space is limited to 75 people. Admission: $10 per person. To reserve tickets call 607.871.2612 or contact us via email. The deadline for reservations is April 9 (or when all tickets have been sold).

8-9 pm AU Concert Band Performance - The Concert Band will present a wide selection of wind pieces. Come relax and enjoy the great music! Free admission. Holmes Auditorium, Harder Hall.

8 pm Movie - "Avatar" - Disabled Marine Jake Sully travels to planet Pandora to become an avatar, ingratiating himself physically and emotionally with the nature-loving natives. $3 general admission. Pay at the door. Nevins Theater, Powell Campus Center

9 pm Outdoor Show - Outdoor concert featuring "Fleetwood Macked" (a tribute to Fleetwood Mack). Last year, AU Student Activities Board (SAB) presented Almost Queen for an outdoor lawn concert. This year, SAB continues its tribute band series with this top-voted student choice. Free Admission. Location and further details to be announced.

9 pm Observatory Open House - If the sky is clear, this is your opportunity to view the April sky through the sophisticated instruments of the John L. Stull Observatory. (Note: if the sky is cloudy the observatory will be closed.)

11 pm Movie - "Avatar" - Disabled Marine Jake Sully travels to planet Pandora to become an avatar, ingratiating himself physically and emotionally with the nature-loving natives. $3 general admission. Pay at the door. Nevins Theater, Powell Campus Center

Saturday, April 24, 2010

8:30-10 am Complimentary Coffee/Tea for Visiting Families - Powell Campus Center, 2nd Floor Lobby

9-11 am Continental Breakfast - Ade Hall
Meal plan students can use guest meals to pay for their families. Cash prices will also be posted in the dining halls.

9:00-Noon Family Weekend Information and Sign In - Sign our guest book, pick up updated weekend schedules, family buttons, campus maps and other materials and information. Location: Powell Campus Center, 2nd Floor Lobby.

9:00 am New York Reined Cow Horse Association Show at the Equestrian Center - Families are welcome. The shows will start at 9:00 on both Saturday and Sunday. The event is free to watch but not to participate. View directions to the Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center>>> Printed directions will also be available at the Campus Center Information Desk. Visit the Equestrian Center webpage >>>

9-11 am Parents Advisory Board Meeting - For members of the Parents Advisory Board and other parents who are interested in joining. Powell Board Room

10 am-12:30 am open - Powell Campus Center

10 am Fun Bun Run/Walk - Everyone is welcome to participate in this community event. Meet at the Bandstand on Main Street. (This event is co-sponsored by the AU Counseling and Wellness Center and Friends.) To register in advance please contact Pamela Schu, Health and Wellness Educator via email or by calling 607.871.2300.

10-11 am Parents Information Session: Internships - Gaining Valuable Hands-On Experience - Should your son or daughter seek an internship position? Would this increase his/her chances of getting a great job? Tips and pointers will be presented along with suggestions on how students can find and excel at internships. Kenyon-Allen Room, Powell Campus Center

11 am-12 pm Career Development Center Open House - Will your son or daughter find a good job or graduate school after Alfred? What can they do now to prepare? Find out all about the resources and services provided by the Career Development Center at this Open House. Location: The McComsey Career Development Center at the Steinheim.

11 am-1:30 pm Brunch - Ade Hall
Meal plan students can use guest meals to pay for their families. Cash prices will also be posted in the dining halls.

12 pm AU Men's Lacrosse vs. St. John Fisher - Empire 8 Contest. Visiting families are encouraged to come out and support the team! Merrill Field

12 pm Hot Dog Day Parade - Main Street

12-5 pm Lions Club Chicken Barbecue - Fire Hall, Main Street

12-5 pm Hot Dog Day Carnival & Activities on Main Street - Booths, art vendors, carnival games, amusement park rides, live music and, of course, HOT DOGS! Come and participate in one of Alfred's oldest traditions. It all starts off with a parade at noon. Proceeds to benefit local charities.

12-5 pm Arts & Crafts Fair - Main Street

1 pm AU Men's Tennis vs. Hartwick - Empire 8 Contest. Join the team at the Tennis Courts to show your support!

1:30 pm "The Dog Launch" - Hot Dog Launching Competition - Who can propel their hot dogs the farthest? Student teams use home-made launching devices and compete for trophies. The team with the hot dog landing the greatest distance from the launch site wins! Tucker Field

2 pm Mud Olympics - Hot Dog Day's official sporting event features mud volleyball, tug-of-war, and wheelbarrow racing. The winning team gets free T-shirts. Tucker Field

4-5 pm Carillon Recital and Hands-On Open House - Enjoy the beautiful music of the Carillon played by Laurel Buckwalter, A.U. Carillonneur, then join her in the Carillon to see just how she does it! Davis Memorial Carillon

5-7:30 pm Dinner - Ade Hall (Meal plan students can use guest meals to pay for parents and other family members. Cash prices will also be posted.)

7-9 pm MFA Thesis Exhibition Opening at the Fosdick-Nelson Gallery - Harder Hall (adjacent to the lobby)

8 pm Movie - "Avatar" - Disabled Marine Jake Sully travels to planet Pandora to become an avatar, ingratiating himself physically and emotionally with the nature-loving natives. $3 general admission. Pay at the door. Nevins Theater, Powell Campus Center

8-11 pm 32nd Annual Outdoor Light Show - Free admission. Binns Merrill parking lot (rain date is Sunday)

9 pm Magician - Wade Live! - Wade Live is a dynamite magic show that uses a combination of music, live animals, comedy, and theatrics that will leave you breathless. Holmes Auditorium, Harder Hall.

Sunday, April 25, 2010

9-11 am Continental Breakfast - Ade Hall

9:00 am New York Reined Cow Horse Association Show at the Equestrian Center - Families are welcome. The event is free to watch but not to participate. View directions to the Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center>>> Printed directions will also be available at the Campus Center Information Desk. Visit the Equestrian Center webpage >>>

10 am-12:30 a.m. Cyberfresh Café open - Powell Campus Center

11 am-1: 30 pm Brunch - Ade Hall

1 pm AU Women's Softball vs. St. John Fisher -Double Header - Visiting families are encouraged to come to the game to support the team! Location: Hornell, NY. (Please contact Athletics Office for details and directions - 607.871.2193.)

1 pm AU Women's Lacrosse vs. St. John Fisher - Empire 8 Contest. Come out and cheer for the Lady Saxons! Location: Merrill Field

1-3 pm MFA Thesis Exhibition at the Fosdick-Nelson Gallery - Harder Hall (adjacent to the lobby)

2 pm Movie - "Avatar" - Disabled Marine Jake Sully travels to planet Pandora to become an avatar, ingratiating himself physically and emotionally with the nature-loving natives. $3 general admission. Pay at the door. Nevins Theater, Powell Campus Center

*This schedule is subject to change.

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Spring Family Weekend FAQs:

Q: Do we need to register somewhere when we arrive on campus?
A: There is no need to formally register for the weekend, but we would be pleased to greet you at the Campus Center Information Desk during our "Family Weekend Information and Sign In" hours on Friday afternoon and/or Saturday morning. Updated weekend schedules and other information will be available at that location throughout the weekend.

Q: How will we be made aware of changes to the weekend schedule?
A: The schedule on this page will be kept up-to-date. An printed version of the updated schedule will also be available for students & families to pick up at the Powell Information Desk throughout the weekend.

Q: Can our student's meal plan be used to pay for our campus meals?
A: Yes, meal plan students can use guest meals to pay for their families. Cash prices will also be posted in the dining halls.

Q: Where can I park on campus?
A: During Family Weekend parents can park in any available parking spaces, whether they are marked visitor, student, or faculty/staff (except those reserved for the handicapped). No special parking permits are required during special weekends. (Please do not park in fire lanes, "no parking" zones, on the grass, or blocking entries or exits.) Questions about parking may be directed to the AU Safety Office at 607.871.2108.

Q: Where are the athletic events being held?
A: Only home games are listed in the Spring Family Weekend schedule, and campus locations are indicated. Please check with your son or daughter to see if they have an away-game this weekend. For away-game locations, visit the athletics web page and view the schedule for your child's team.

Q: Whom do I contact if I have suggestions for future Family Weekends?
A: If you have suggestions for Family Weekend programs and events we would be happy to hear from you. Please contact Melody McLay or Frank DiRaimondo at 607.871.2612.