SATURDAY, MAY 17

8-9 AM
30th Annual Alumni Run/Walk
37th Street and Locust Walk, Start/Finish Line
Runners and walkers of every speed are invited to participate in this 2-mile fun run/walk through campus. Registration begins at 7:00 AM at the David Pottruck Health and Fitness Center at 3701 Walnut Street; post-race festivities and awards will follow at 9:15 AM. Register the day of the event ($15) from 7:00-8:15 AM at the Pottruck Center. Pre-register until May 16 ($10). For a brochure, pre-registration, or general information, visit www.upenn.edu/recreation or call 215-898-6100.
Sponsored by the Department of Recreation and Bank of America.
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8:30-9:30 AM
When The Press Gets Medicine Wrong
Biomedical Research Building, Auditorium
Medicine is in the news every night. How accurate are the stories and what are the implications when stories are wrong? Nancy Snyderman, M.D., Penn Professor of Otorhinolaryngology and Chief Medical Editor for NBC News, discusses her broadcasting career and how she strives to deliver fair and accurate reports to millions of viewers. RSVP at www.med.upenn.edu/alumni or contact PENN Medicine's Office of Alumni Development and Alumni Relations at medalum@ben.dev.upenn.edu or 215-898-5164.
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9 AM
Shabbat Services at Hillel
Steinhardt Hall
Conservative: Lipman Beit Midrash, 3rd floor; Orthodox: Auditorium, 2nd floor. For information, visit www.pennhillel.org.
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9-10 AM
SEAS Alumni Reception
Levine Hall, Lobby
Join fellow Engineering alumni and friends for this annual gathering that includes continental breakfast.
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9-10 AM
Undergrad Admissions Information Session and Tour
Logan Hall, Terrace Room
Do you have a child or grandchild interested in attending Penn? In addition to the regularly scheduled session weekdays at 1 PM, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions will offer a one-hour information session on academic programs, extracurricular activities, and admissions procedures as well as what it means to be a Penn "legacy." A one-hour campus tour will follow. For information, go to www.alumni.upenn.edu/aca.
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9-10:30 AM
WXPN Open House
WXPN, 3025 Walnut Street
WXPN has come a long way since the 1940s. The station began as a tiny AM station and has graduated to become one of the premier, award-winning FM radio stations in the country. With its recent expansion into Central Pennsylvania, its new state-of-the-art facilities, and the dynamic on-demand music archives and streams at www.xpn.org, it's a leader in AAA radio across the country. We'd like to invite anyone attending Alumni Weekend to come and visit, share a continental breakfast and coffee, hear some good music, and take a tour of the building. Our students and staff would love to meet you, and if you have worked at the station in the past while you were attending Penn, we look forward to hearing your stories! For a preview of how far we've come, visit www.xpn.org, and for more information contact Paula Rogers at 215-746-5852 or paula@xpn.org.
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9-10 AM
Association of Alumnae Coffee Hour
Irvine Auditorium, Café '58
All women in the Class of 1958 — this year's 50th Reunion class — will be honored by the Association of Alumnae. Share your memories of the class as we commemorate this Golden Reunion.
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9-11 AM
Penn Alumni Board of Directors and Council of Representatives Meeting
Houston Hall, Bodek Lounge
All alumni are invited to join the Board of Directors and the Council of Representatives as they ratify the slate of Alumni Trustees and formally elect the next Penn Alumni President. Enjoy a continental breakfast beginning at 8:30 AM.
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9:30-11 AM
Future for Investors
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Zellerbach Theatre
Wharton Professor Jeremy Siegel, one of the world's top investing experts, will discuss the current market, the most promising investments, the connection between growth and return, the Age Wave, and international investing.
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9:45-10:30 AM
Tour of Skirkanich Hall
Beginning in the Harold and
Renee Berger Lobby
Dean Eduardo Glandt hosts a tour of Penn Engineering's acclaimed new home for bioengineering, Skirkanich Hall. The Philadelphia Inquirer christened the 58,400-square foot laboratory facility with its glazed green brick facade "Philadelphia's best new building" when it opened in 2006.
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10-11 AM
Media, Sports, and Entertainment Panel
Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall, Room 350
Join Penn alumni in media, sports, and entertainment as they share the excitement and challenges of these high profile professions. Learn how fame and fortune are attracting increasing numbers of Penn graduates to the fields. Featuring: Andrea Brody, C'88, sports reporter/sports anchor of 6 NBC, Miami, Sherri Ziff Lester, C'83, life coach and former writer for "Beverly Hills 90210" and "Baywatch", Lew Schneider, C'83, writer/producer of "Everybody Loves Raymond" and co-executive producer on "The New Adventures Of Old Christine", and Mike Sikowitz, C'88, Executive Producer for "Veronica's Closet", executive story editor for "Friends" and executive producer for "Grounded For Life".
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10-11 AM
The Anatomy of Healthcare Reform
Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall, Room 351
With healthcare reform a major issue in a presidential election year, the School of Nursing, Diversity Alliance and Penn Alumni are co-hosting a panel of prominent nursing, business, government, and consumer advocacy leaders who will explore the government's role in advancing healthcare, how to influence public policy, and steps to improve individual health. Rosemarie Greco, director of the Pennsylvania State Office of Healthcare Reform will moderate the discussion. Advance registration not required, but seating is limited.
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10-11 AM
Envisioning Philadelphia's Waterfront
Along the Delaware
Meyerson Hall, Room B-1
Come hear PennPraxis Executive Director Harris Steinberg, C'78, MArch'82, discuss plans for Philadelphia's waterfront along the Delaware River. Already home to Penn's Landing, this seven-mile stretch of Philadelphia's original waterfront serves as a gateway to the city. Praxis, part of PennDesign, was commissioned by the city to coordinate plans, which include riverfront parks and tree-lined boulevards. A three dimensional animated tour will help bring life to the plans. Advance registration not required, but seating is limited.
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10-11 AM
The Behavior of Companion Animals: Getting Inside the Heads of Our Pets
Jon M. Huntsman Hall, Room 250
Do you feel you own the world's most neurotic dog or cat? Join Ilana Reisner, head of the Penn Veterinary Medicine Behavior Clinic, for a candid discussion of the most common foibles of our pets, what these challenges mean, as well as suggestions for safely and humanely correcting unwanted behavior. RSVP to Coreen Haggerty at haggertc@vet.upenn.edu or 215-898-1481.
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10-11 AM
Retired, Not Expired
Annenberg School for Communications, Room 110
Bill Novelli, C'63, ASC'64, CEO of 39-million member AARP, will give a presentation based on his book, Fifty Plus: Give Meaning and Purpose to the Best Time of Your Life. He'll discuss healthy living, financial security, advocating for a cause, caring for aging parents (and ourselves) and leaving a legacy. RSVP to alumnilecture@asc.upenn.edu.
Sponsored by the Annenberg School for Communication and the Class of 1963.
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10-11 AM
From Penn to the Nobel Prize
Biomedical Research Building, Auditorium
Dr. Stanley Prusiner, M'68, who discovered prions, the agent responsible for Mad Cow disease and other rare disorders, will discuss how Penn prepared him for a career in scientific research that would eventually lead to the Nobel Prize in Medicine. Register at www.med.upenn.edu/alumni or contact PENN Medicine's Office of Alumni Development and Alumni Relations at medalum@ben.dev.upenn.edu or 215-898-5164.
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10 AM-Noon
Penn Back Then
College Green and around campus
Alumni from all generations are invited to share their favorite Penn memories with Penn Back Then, a continuing oral-history project begun in May 2005 by the School of Arts and Sciences. Look for roving Penn Back Then staff wearing blue t-shirts and carrying open microphones, and tell them your best story for this Web-based audio scrapbook. Visit the Penn Back Then website for more information and to hear stories from the Penn Back Then audio scrapbook.
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10 AM-4:30 PM
Quad Open House
Enter at 37th and Spruce Streets
Welcome back to Penn's oldest dormitory where most spent freshman year. Photo ID is required. Tour is of common spaces; entrance to student rooms is not permitted.
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10 AM-4:30 PM
Welcome Back Home
Du Bois, Gregory, Harnwell, Hill, Kings Court/English, and Stouffer College Houses open their doors to former and future residents. (Note: Harrison and Rodin are closed for renovations). To arrange admission, contact Sue Smith at 215-898-1622 or suesmith@pobox.upenn.edu.
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10:45-11:45 AM
Meet "Little Ben" — Penn's Autonomous Car
Levine Hall, Wu and Chen Auditorium
Come see and hear about Penn Engineering's robotic vehicle, which finished fourth in the Urban Challenge race, sponsored by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency. Penn Engineering Associate Professor and Raymond S. Markowitz Faculty Fellow Daniel Lee, director of the project, will share his insights and a video of Little Ben in action. You don't want to miss this amazing look into the future. Limited seating is available; to reserve a seat, please register online and arrive by 10:40 am.
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11 AM-3 PM
Proud Penn Voices
College Green and Around Campus
Join Proud Penn Voices and have your Penn memories recorded and posted on The Penn Fund website. Visit www.alumni.upenn.edu/pennfund to learn more about the Proud Penn Voices project.
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11 AM-3 PM
Harrison Society
Penn Fair Tent, College Green and Locust Walk
Plan to Make History; Plan to Make a Difference — Stop by the Harrison Society tent to meet other Harrison Society members, chat with the Gift Planning staff, and learn how you can create a lasting and meaningful legacy for you and your family by naming the University as a beneficiary of your will, retirement plan, life insurances or life income gift that will mature in the future.
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11:15 AM-NOON
Conversation with President Amy Gutmann
Jon M. Huntsman Hall, G06 Auditorium
Join President Amy Gutmann for her annual State of the University with an emphasis this year on Making History: The Campaign for Penn. There will be opportunity for questions about the programs and facilities that will help Penn "make history." Seating is limited; simulcast will be available for overflow crowd.
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11:15 AM-12:30 PM
Monkey Business: What, If Anything, is Unethical about Cloning Monkeys or Human Embryos?
Biomedical Research Building, Auditorium
The successful cloning of 20 macaque monkey embryos has raised questions anew concerning the ethics of cloning. Well-known medical ethicist Dr. Art Caplan, Director of the Center for Bioethics, will lead a panel discussion on cloning and stem cell research. Register at www.med.upenn.edu/alumni or contact PENN Medicine's Office of Alumni Development and Alumni Relations at medalum@ben.dev.upenn.edu or 215-898-5164.
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NOON-2 PM
Graduate Student Center Alumni Open House
Graduate Student Center
Stop by and experience firsthand the vitality of Penn's graduate community. Refreshments will be served. For information, contact Anita Mastroieni at mastroie@upenn.edu or 215-746-6868.
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2 PM
Penn Presents: Pilobolus
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Zellerbach Theatre
Catch the crazy contortions and extraordinary acrobatics of the Pilobolus dancers. Additional performances: Friday, 8 PM and Saturday, 8 PM.
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3:30-5 PM
Friars Senior Society Reception
The Bubble House, 3404 Sansom Street
Drink a toast with fellow alumni Friars and our newest members, the Class of 2008, following the Parade of Classes. RSVP to Sally Katz, C'82, at pennfriars@aol.com or 215-829-0406.
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3:30-5:30 PM
DP Alumni Association Reception
Daily Pennsylvanian Offices
Stop in for a drink, a light snack, and a chance to chat and reminisce at this casual post-parade gathering. And during the Picnic, don't forget to drop by The Daily Pennsylvanian Tent on College Green to visit with fellow alums and current staff. For information, visit www.dpalumni.com, email dpaa@dailypennsylvanian.com, or contact DP General Manager Eric Jacobs at 215-898-6581.
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4-5 PM
Sing Along with Monty
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Studio Theatre
Join legendary Glee Club Director Emeritus Bruce Montgomery in singing The Red and Blue and other Penn favorites. Following the Sing Along, Monty will be available to sign copies of his book, Brothers, Sing On!, published by Penn Press.
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4-6 PM
Toast to Asian/Asian Pacific Islander Class of 2008 and Reunion Alumni
Houston Hall, Bodek Lounge
The University of Pennsylvania Asian Alumni Network (UPAAN) invites you to celebrate Penn's Asian/Asian Pacific Islander (API) community past, present, and future. Light refreshments will be served. For further details, visit www.upaan.org/alumniweekend.
Sponsored by UPAAN, Pan-Asian American Community House, and Asian American Studies Program.
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4-6 PM
Elections 2008: Will Latinos Swing the Vote?
Houston Hall, Benjamin Franklin Room
In the upcoming 2008 national elections, Latino voters could make the difference in closely contested races over such issues as immigration and education. The Association of Latino Alumni (ALA) welcomes Pedro Ramos, C'87, a partner at Blank Rome LLP and former Managing Director of the City of Philadelphia, and Randy Quezada, C'01, Director of Community Relations at the New York City Department of Homeless Services, who will argue the challenges and importance of wooing the socio-politically diverse Latino electorate.
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4-6 PM
QuakerKids 2008
Houston Hall, Hall of Flags
Bring the whole family to paint the campus red and blue! Stop by after the Picnic for great treats and fun activities most appropriate for children ages 10 and under. Be sure to visit Penn Vet's M*A*S*H Tent, where kids will get a chance to stitch, mend, and take home stuffed animal patients, aided by veterinary students and faculty trauma docs. As a bonus, specialists from the Philadelphia Zoo will be on hand with furry and feathered friends sure to delight all ages.
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4-6 PM
BAS "Honoring Living Legends" Reception
Irvine Auditorium, Amado Recital Hall
BAS will recognize The Honorable Hardy Williams, L'57, Black political pioneer and former State Senator in Pennsylvania. In addition, BAS will express appreciation for African-American alumni from each of Penn's 12 schools for their outstanding contributions to the University and to society.
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4-6 PM
Benjamin Franklin's Native Connection
Houston Hall, Golkin Room
Join the Association of Native Alumni (ANA) as it examines Penn's relationship with Native Americans from the time of Benjamin Franklin to today. Explore how alumni and students have collaborated with faculty and staff to nurture programs for Native Americans at Penn. Visit www.alumni.upenn.edu/ana for more information.
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4-6:30 PM
Alumni Poets Reading: Former Students of Dan Hoffman
Kelly Writers House, Arts Café
Come celebrate Penn's former Poet-in-Residence and Director of Creative Writing Dan Hoffman with readings by some of his former students — themselves notable poets and authors — Christina Davis, C'93, G'93; Michael Jennings, C'71; Jay Rogoff, C'75; and J. Allyn Rosser, G'88. A reception will follow. RSVP to whalumniweekend@writing.upenn.edu as seating is limited.
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4-8 PM
Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business
Alumni Reception
Huntsman Program Office
Join fellow Huntsman Program alumni for a special reception to celebrate the 10th Reunion of the first Huntsman class. RSVP to huntsman.isb@wharton.upenn.edu or 215-573-2345.
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4:15 PM
Steinhardt Hall Tour and Special Children's Programming
Steinhardt Hall
While you take a guided tour, your children (3 and older) will enjoy a round of stories, games, and make-your-own snacks.
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4:15 PM
Tea on Redstone Terrace with Rabbi Mike Uram
Steinhardt Hall, Redstone Terrace
Join Hillel Associate Director Rabbi Mike Uram for an intellectual discussion on "Modern Prophets: A Look at 19th/20th Century Zionist Thinkers and Their Views of What Israel Could and Should Be." Light refreshments will be served. Please register at www.pennhillel.org. Contact Joan Bobroff at joanb@pobox.upenn.edu or 215-898-7391 with any questions.
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4:30-6 PM
LGBT Center: Celebrating 25 Years
LGBT Center, Carriage House
Celebrate with PennGALA as it caps off the 25th Anniversary of Penn's LGBT Center. Festivities will include a brief video on the Center's history, followed by an informal discussion of plans for the future direction of the Center and the LGBTQ community at Penn. Light refreshments will be served. Come share your thoughts, chat with students and fellow alumni, and meet the PennGALA Steering Committee.
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4:30-6:30 PM
Booklovers Party at Penn Press
Penn Press
Literati will enjoy the annual festivities hosted by Penn Press in its restored Victorian mansion on campus. Expect some surprises!
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5-7 PM
Mortar Board Senior Honor Society
Pod Restaurant, 3636 Sansom Street
All alumni are welcome to join Mortar Board alumni for drinks and hors d'oeuvres and to congratulate Mortar Board's Class of 2008. To RSVP, contact Ann Ferracane, W'08, at annfe@wharton.upenn.edu. For information, go to dolphin.upenn.edu/~mortarb.
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5-7 PM
Catholic Alumni Mass and Reception
Newman Center, St. Bede Chapel
All living and deceased alumni will be remembered at this special Mass. Wine and cheese reception following.
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6-11 PM
Taste of Penn: a Celebration of Diversity
Wynn Commons, Tent Outside Houston Hall
Making History is about engaging alumni in the life of this great University by broadening and cultivating our most important relationships. All alumni are invited to spend an evening with friends, food, and music that celebrate Penn's cultural diversity. Be a part of this opportunity to make new memories with fellow graduates and friends.

The event is hosted by the Penn Alumni Diversity Alliance: the Association of Latino Alumni, the Association of Native Alumni, the Black Alumni Society, the James Brister Society, the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Alumni Association, and the University of Pennsylvania Asian Alumni Network.
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8 PM
Penn Presents: Pilobolus
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Zellerbach Theatre
Catch the crazy contortions and extraordinary acrobatics of the Pilobolus dancers. Additional performances: Friday, 8 PM and Saturday, 2 PM.
View complete details ›

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