FRIDAY, MAY 15

CONCURRENT ALUMNI PANELS
3:00-4:30 PM
Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall
3620 Locust Walk

• Got Sleep?
  Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall, Room 1206
  In our 24/7 society, you are probably not getting enough sleep. Come hear Dr. Terri Weaver, renowned expert from Penn Nursing, enlighten you about what occurs during sleep and why it is integral to your productivity, health and well being.



• The Relationship of Politics and the Economy
  Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall, Room 350
  As voters went to the polls this past November, the economy was one of the major issues that influenced people. How real is the influence of politics on the economy? Do politics and the economy go hand in hand, even when some experts say that there's no connection? Join moderator David B. Thornburgh, Executive Director of the Fels Institute of Government, as he surveys a panel of Penn alumni in the fields of politics and economics including political media expert Bob Gardner, C'64, WG'67; political consultant and pollster Frank Luntz, C'84; and the Mayor of Philadelphia, The Honorable Michael Nutter, W'79.



• What is Reality? From News to Reality TV
  Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall, Room 351
  From the inception of newscasts, reality has been a form of entertainment. From MTV's premiere of The Real World in 1992 to sensational news reporting, from live sports coverage to reality TV finales, these programs captivate us, leaving us to blur the defining line between what is real and what is scripted. Join in the discussion about this phenomenon with alumni panelists in the field as Michael X. Delli Carpini, Dean of the Annenberg School for Communication, moderates the discussion.

55th REUNION DINNER
6:30-9:30 PM
Jon M. Huntsman Hall
Colloquium Hall 8th Floor
3730 Walnut Street
Return to Penn to see old friends — and make new ones! Enjoy the breathtaking view of Philadelphia as you enjoy cocktails on the 8th floor of Huntsman Hall, followed by a delectable dinner and a performance by a Mummer band, which features a Penn student. You won't want to miss this fantastic event. Cocktail attire suggested.

SATURDAY, MAY 16

CONVERSATION WITH PRESIDENT AMY GUTMANN
10:30 AM-11:15 AM
Jon M. Huntsman Hall, G06, Dhirubhai Ambani Auditorium
3730 Walnut Street
Join President Amy Gutmann for her annual State of the University report. There will be an opportunity for questions. Seating is limited; a simulcast will be available for the overflow crowd.

PARADE KICK-OFF
11:15 AM
Class of 1954 meeting location: Annenberg Plaza
Display your Penn pride by marching with your class or cheering the parade on. Join up with classmates and get your Penn paraphernalia for parading your way to the Picnic.

PARADE OF CLASSES
Noon
All Classes — from the oldest to the youngest — are invited to march in the Parade of Classes, each with their class flag to lead them. Those alumni who are not marching are encouraged to show your spirit and join the Class of 2009 along Locust Walk to root for Penn Alumni as they pass by.

PICNIC
12:30-3:30 PM
Wynn Commons, Old Guard Tent
After the Parade of Classes, enjoy a buffet-style lunch with kosher meals at the Old Guard Tent on Wynn Commons, where you can catch up with classmates and old friends from your time at Penn.

PENN SONG FEST
3:30 PM
College Green
Round out the Picnic with a rousing chorus of Drink a Highball. Join the Penn Band and Glee Club as all alumni sing Penn favorites with gusto, with a grand finale of The Red and Blue.

TASTE OF PENN: A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY
6:00-10:00 PM
Houston Hall, Hall of Flags
3417 Spruce Street
Enjoy the company of friends from your days at Penn as you celebrate Penn's cultural diversity with an excellent selection of music and food! 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, PennGALA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Alumni Association), and The University of Pennsylvania Asian Alumni Network. All alumni are invited to attend.

REGISTRATION
There are three registration options available:

The Reunion Registration Package provides access to both your reunion celebration and general events noted in the Alumni Day Price. $100 per person (Reunion Registration Package is $110 after May 8)

The Reunion Dinner (Friday only) $85 (Reunion Dinner is $95 after May 8)

The Alumni Day Price includes access to many general Alumni events and social programming and gatherings — such as seminars, the Picnic, and Taste of Penn — unless otherwise noted. Reunion parties not included. $40 (Alumni Day Price is $45 after May 8); Children (ages 6-16) $15

No refunds will be issued after Monday, May 11, 2009.

top