FRIDAY, MAY 15
HOSPITALITY SUITE
9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Cohen Hall (Formerly known as Logan Hall)
249 S. 36th Street
The Hospitality Suite is reserved for the 25th, 40th, 45th, and 50th Reunion
Classes. Plan to meet here, grab a cold drink, and admire the memorabilia! Feel
free to bring any photographs and keepsakes you would like to display. Please
retrieve your memorabilia before 5:00 PM, to ensure its safe return. Light refreshments
will be served.
CONCURRENT ALUMNI PANELS
3:00-4:30 PM
Steinberg Hall-Dietrich Hall
3620 Locust Walk
- 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.
FAMILY FUN PARTY AT STRIKES
7:00-10:00 PM
Strikes Bowling Lounge
4040 Locust Street
Enjoy an evening of bowling, hors d'oeuvres and reconnecting with old friends. What used to be Urban Outfitters is now an innovative, sophisticated entertainment complex. Not your traditional bowling alley, Strikes has emerged as THE place to be in West Philadelphia. Complimentary parking is available at the Fresh Grocer garage at the corner of 40th & Walnut Streets; just have your parking ticket validated at the Strikes shoe counter.
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 1984 meeting location: Hamilton Village
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
College Green, 25th Reunion Tent
After the Parade of Classes, enjoy a buffet-style lunch with classmates and old friends from your time at Penn. Kosher meals are available.
Families will find additional activities for kids at Funzone on College Green during the Picnic. Activities for older children are available. Parental supervision required.
BOOK SIGNING WITH MARIE LAMBA, C'84
2-4 PM
Penn Bookstore, Main Level
3601 Walnut Street
Author Marie Lamba, C'84 will be signing copies of her book entitled What
I Meant..., a young adult novel. No registration required.
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.
PENN MUSEUM TOUR
"Painted Metaphors: Pottery and Politics of the Ancient Maya"
5:30-6:30 PM
3260 South Street
The 25th Reunion class is invited to view a world-renowned collection of ancient Maya painted pottery, excavated by the University of Pennsylvania Museum nearly a century ago. "Painted Metaphors: Pottery and Politics of the Ancient Maya," opened at the Penn Museum in April but will soon begin a multi-city national tour. Space is limited for this event so register today!
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.
1984 REUNION CELEBRATION
7:00-11:00 PM
University of Pennsylvania Museum
of Archaeology and Anthropology
Upper Egyptian Gallery
3260 South Street
Join us for an exciting evening at the Penn Museum to reconnect with old friends
and make new ones. The Museum will provide a nostalgic background that will ensure
a reunion to remember. Semi-formal attire is suggested.
SUNDAY, MAY 17
25TH REUNION BRUNCH
10:30 AM-12:30 PM
Houston Hall, Bodek Lounge
3417 Spruce Street
Join classmates in Bodek Lounge for brunch and a visit from a student performing arts group. Friends and family are encouraged to attend.
MONDAY, MAY 18
COMMENCEMENT ACTIVITIES
As the Class of 1984 marks its 25th Reunion, class members are invited to process down Locust Walk and take their place on Franklin Field, alongside the graduating seniors. To RSVP, please register along with your Alumni Weekend events. For more information, please contact Wayles Wilson at wayles@upenn.edu or at (215) 898-5399.
ROBING AND CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
8:00 AM
Annenberg Center, 3680 Walnut Street
Enter the Annenberg Center by the 37th Street entrance. Ask to be directed to the upper ambulatory area just outside the Zellerbach Theatre.
ACADEMIC PROCESSION
8:45 AM
Procession begins at the Annenberg Center.
253rd COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY
10:15 AM
Franklin Field, 33rd and Spruce Street
Commencement takes place rain or shine. In the event of severe weather conditions, check the University's graduation hotline, 215-898-GRAD, or the University's commencement website at www.upenn.edu/commencement.
REGISTRATION
The following registration options are available:
The Reunion Registration Package provides access to both
your reunion celebration and general events noted in the Alumni Day Price. $225
per person (Price is $235 after May 8)
25th Reunion Dinner Only Price provides access to Saturday's 1984 Reunion Celebration. $150 per person (after May 8, the price will be $160)
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 (Price is $45 after May 8)
Family Fun Party at Strikes Event Only Price $75
Children Costs (Ages 6-16):
Child Family Fun Party $15
Child Alumni Picnic $15
No refunds will be issued after Monday, May 11, 2009.
