Tentative Schedule of Events for Homecoming, Oct. 18 - 20, 2024

PLEASE NOTE: The following schedule may be subject to change. Please continue to check the Alumni website for updates at: https://www.fredonia.edu/alumni

Friday, October 18, 2024

• 9 AM - 5 PM Bookstore is Open. Main floor, University Commons (formerly known as Cranston Hall).
• 10 AM – 6 PM Art Gallery Exhibit— Tradition Interrupted explores the methods used by artists to conflate contemporary ideas with traditional art and craft, in a range of media, from rugs and quilts to metal and ceramic. Participating artists are: Anila Quayyum Agha, Faig Ahmed, Camille Eskell, Mounir Fatmi, Ana Gómez, Shirin Hosseinvaud, Dinh Q. Lȇ, Steven Young Lee, Jaydan Moore, Ramekon O’Arwisters, Jason Seife, and Masami Teraoka. The exhibition is organized by Bedford Gallery, Walnut Creek, CA.
• The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center. Free.
• Noon Golden Alumni Buffet Luncheon, Horizon Room, Lower level of Williams Center (formerly known as the Campus Center). For all graduates of 1974 and before. $25/person. Reservations recommended.
• 4 PM – 7 PM Business Club/SIFE/Enactus Reunion for all alums from the 1970’s forward. Location Coughlin’s Pub, Main St. No cover charge - beverages on your own - light refreshments provided. Bring friends, photos, and memories. Contact Dr. Hall (linda.hall@fredonia.edu) or Dr. Sue Mac (susan.mcnamara@fredonia.edu)
• 5 PM Homecoming Reception, Williams Center. Celebrating the Classes of 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1974, and 1984, recognition of Alumni Outstanding Achievement Award recipients. Williams Center (formerly known as the Campus Center). $15/person. Reservations recommended.
• 7 PM Student Pep Rally. Crowning of Homecoming Royalty, Steele Hall Fieldhouse. Free.
• 7 PM -8:30 PM Public Open Skate, Steele Hall Ice Rink. Admission: Adults $5, children $4, Fredonia students free with ID. Skate Rentals: $4 for all.
• 8 PM Student BonFYre. Sponsored in part by the First Year Student Engagement Committee. Bonfire will be located behind Steele Hall in parking lot. Free.
• 8 PM Jazz Concert, featuring the Fredonia Jazz Orchestra and the Fredonia Jazz Sextet under conductor Dr. Nick Weiser. Rosch Recital Hall, Mason Hall. Free.

Saturday, October 19, 2024

• 9 AM Women's Lacrosse Alumni Game, University Turf
• 9:30 AM - Noon Scholars/Donors Brunch – Main Floor, Williams Center . By invitation only.
• 10 AM – 6 PM Art Gallery Exhibit— Tradition Interrupted explores the methods used by artists to conflate contemporary ideas with traditional art and craft, in a range of media, from rugs and quilts to metal and ceramic. Participating artists are: Anila Quayyum Agha, Faig Ahmed, Camille Eskell, Mounir Fatmi, Ana Gómez, Shirin Hosseinvaud, Dinh Q. Lȇ, Steven Young Lee, Jaydan Moore, Ramekon O’Arwisters, Jason Seife, and Masami Teraoka. The
• exhibition is organized by Bedford Gallery, Walnut Creek, CA
• The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center. Free.
• 10 AM – 11:30 AM Men’s Alumni Soccer Game. For more information, contact: Patrick.Gondek@fredonia.edu
• 11 AM Softball Alumni Game, Softball Field, ,sponsored by FSU Softball Team. For more information, contact: Anthony.Ciccarello@fredonia.edu
• 11 AM Campus Tour, Meet at Information Booth, Williams Center. Free.
• 11 AM – 5 PM Bookstore is Open. University Commons (formerly known as Cranston Hall).
• Noon – 2 PM Community Open Swim, Steele Hall Natatorium. $3/person
• 12:30 PM Class of 1974 Buffet Luncheon, Horizon Room, lower level of Williams Center (formerly known as the Campus Center). $25/person. Reservations recommended. Class photo will be taken at this time.
• 1 PM Men's Soccer Game vs. Potsdam - University Stadium.
• 1 PM Women's Volleyball vs. Buffalo State - Dods Hall Gymnasium.
• 2 PM – 4 PM All Alumni Get Together (beer tent), Dods Grove. Food will be available for purchase.
• 2 PM – 4 PM Union Board of Governors 1977-1984 meetup.
  Stop by the UBG table at the beer tent 2-4pm on Saturday. Hosted by former execs Mora Killeen, Marjorie Maloney, Nancy Caffo, Debbie Cohen and Dave Plafker. Bring memorabilia if you still have it! Email Marjorie.Plaister@fredonia.edu if you plan to join them (optional), or to share a fun memory!
• 2 PM Dedication of Tree in Memory of Christopher Storer ’98. Memory Garden (located on Ring Road just past the double-tiered parking lot).
• 2 PM – 4 PM Public Open Skate, Steele Hall Ice Rink. Admission: Adults $5, children $4, Fredonia students free with ID. Skate Rentals: $4 for all.
• 3 PM - 4 PM Residence Life Reunion for all former Resident Assistants and Directors, The Blue Lounge, first floor Williams Center. Free.
• 4 PM Choral Showcase Concert, featuring the Chamber, College, and Camerata Choirs. Rosch Recital Hall, Mason Hall. Free.
• 4 PM – 6 PM Class of 1984 Reunion Reception, Alumni Residence Hall Main Lounge. $15/person. Cash beer and wine bar. For reservations: https://www.fredonia.edu/alumni
• 4 PM – 6 PM Sweetheart Soiree. Costello Room, Atrium Lobby of Marvel Theatre, Rockefeller Arts Center. One complimentary glass of champagne and cake for all who met their spouse or significant other. Reservations recommended. Free.
• 5 PM -Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Dinner and Ceremony, Main Floor, Williams Center (formerly known as the Student Union and Campus Center). Reservations recommended. Contact Athletics@fredonia.edu for more information.
• 8 PM College Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Dr. Emily Schaad, King Concert Hall. Free.

Sunday, October 20, 2024

• Noon – 4 PM Art Gallery Exhibit— Tradition Interrupted explores the methods used by artists to conflate contemporary ideas with traditional art and craft, in a range of media, from rugs and quilts to metal and ceramic. Participating artists are: Anila Quayyum Agha, Faig Ahmed, Camille Eskell, Mounir Fatmi, Ana Gómez, Shirin Hosseinvaud, Dinh Q. Lȇ, Steven Young Lee, Jaydan Moore, Ramekon O’Arwisters, Jason Seife, and Masami Teraoka. The exhibition is organized by Bedford Gallery, Walnut Creek, CA.
• The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center. Free.
• 7:30 PM – 9 PM Public Open Skate, Steele Hall Ice Rink. Admission: Adults $5, children $4, Fredonia students free with ID. Skate Rentals: $4 for all.