Saturday | OCT 20

7:30-9:30 AM
Locust Walk 2-Mile Run/Walk
Start/Finish at 34th Street and Locust Walk
Start the day off at your own pace with this traditional run/walk through campus. The event is open to all alumni, students, faculty, staff and their families. To request a registration form, visit the Penn Recreation website or call 215-898-6100. The pre-registration fee of $15, available through October 19, includes a commemorative long-sleeve t-shirt. Race day registration is $20.

• 7:30-8:15 AM Check in at 34th Street and Locust Walk
• 8:30 AM Run/Walk begins
• 9 AM Post-race festivities and photo

9 AM
Undergraduate Admissions Information Session And Tour
Logan Hall, Room 17, 249 S. 36th Street
Also offered Friday at 10 AM and 1 PM and Saturday at 11 AM.

9 AM
Shabbat Services
Steinhardt Hall, 215 S. 39th Street
Conservative: Lipman Beit Midrash, 3rd floor; Orthodox: Auditorium, 2nd floor. Lunch follows at 11:30 AM.

9-10 AM
Medicine On The Cutting Edge-I
Biomedical Research Building (BRB), 421 Curie Boulevard
Learn from top physicians and faculty how PENN Medicine is addressing some of the major health concerns and challenges of the day. A second series of discussions is offered from 10:15-11:15 AM. RSVP to either medalum@ben.dev.upenn.edu or 215-898-5164.

• New Approaches To Cancer Treatment At Penn's Abramson Cancer Center
  BRB, Auditorium
• Diabetes And Metabolic Disorders
  BRB, Room 252
• Advances In Neuroscience
  BRB, Room 251

9-11 AM
Penn Alumni Board And Council Meeting
Houston Hall, Bodek Lounge, 3417 Spruce Street
All alumni are invited as the Board of Directors and the Council of Representatives meet to elect the 2008 Alumni Trustees. The meeting will include an update on plans for Penn's dramatic eastward expansion to the banks of the Schuylkill River on 24 acres formerly owned by the U.S. Postal Service. Enjoy a continental breakfast beginning at 8:30 AM.

9-11:30 AM
Center For Community Partnerships Community Service Project
University City High School Class of '70 School Garden
36th and Filbert Streets
Join CCP Director Ira Harkavy, C'70, GR'79, staff, and students for a hands-on project on urban nutrition. Projects will include making improvements to the Class of 1970 School Garden. RSVP by October 12 to Linda Satchell at 215-898-0240 or lsatchel@pobox.upenn.edu.

10-11:30 AM
The Climate Of Student Life And Faith At Penn
The Christian Association, 118 S. 37th Street
Join past and present members of the Christian Association for a discussion with Penn students of the cultural and spiritual challenges they face. Hear alumni discuss how the campus has changed. Go to www.upennca.org for more information.

10-11:30 AM
Benjamin Franklin Society Brunch
College Green
A thank you brunch for members of the Benjamin Franklin Society in recognition of their unrestricted leadership gifts to Penn. For more information and to RSVP, contact Susan Smith in The Penn Fund at 800-237-2655 or susmith@ben.dev.upenn.edu.

10-11:30 AM
Old Guard And Wharton Emeritus Society Brunch
Houston Hall, Hall of Flags, 3417 Spruce Street
Come all ye loyal classmen and classwomen! Penn Alumni invites our venerable Old Guard and Wharton Emeritus Society members (Class of 1957 and older) to a free buffet brunch. Catch up with friends, and meet current students as well. Then head over to Franklin Field to cheer on our Quakers as they take on the Yale Bulldogs!

10 AM-NOON
Hear The Music!
Fisher-Bennett Hall, 4th Floor, 3340 Walnut Street
What better way to start the day than with the experimental sounds of jazz, the melody of the piano, or the sweet notes of chamber music? Join us in listening to student performances in the newly renovated Fisher-Bennett Hall. Light refreshments will be provided.

10 AM-4:30 PM
House Tours

• Quad Open House
  Enter at 37th and Spruce Streets
  Whether you spent freshman year here, or just Spring Fling, you're welcomed back to Penn's oldest dormitory. No advance registration required, but photo ID is needed to enter.
• Welcome Back Home
  College Houses
  Where did you live on campus? Why not stop by Du Bois, Gregory, Harnwell, Harrison, Hill, Kings Court English, Rodin, or Stouffer College Houses and reminisce? Contact Sue Smith at suesmith@pobox.upenn.edu or 215-898-1622 to arrange admission.

10:15-11:15 AM
Medicine On The Cutting Edge-II
Biomedical Research Building (BRB), 421 Curie Boulevard
Learn from top physicians and faculty how PENN Medicine is addressing some of the major health concerns and challenges of the day. An earlier series of discussions is offered from 9-10 AM. RSVP to either medalum@ben.dev.upenn.edu or 215-898-5164.

• How Robotics is Revolutionizing Surgery
  BRB, Room 252
• New Strategies for Global and Community Health
  BRB, Room 251
• Rebuilding a Broken Heart
  BRB, Auditorium

10:30-11:30 AM
Penn Reading Project: The Omnivore's Dilemma
Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, Class of '55 Room
3420 Walnut Street
Learn about this year's Reading Project for incoming freshmen. Michael Pollan's The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals examines the ethical, political, and ecological implications of what we eat. The New York Times picked the book as one of the top 10 for 2006. For more information, go to www.collegehouses.upenn.edu/prp.

11 AM
Undergraduate Admissions Information Session And Tour
1 College Hall, Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Also offered Friday at 10 AM and 1 PM and Saturday at 9 AM.

11:30 AM
Shabbat Lunch
Steinhardt Hall, Falk Dining Commons
215 S. 39th Street
Join fellow alumni, family, and friends for a Shabbat meal. Reservations and advance payment required. RSVP to Joan Bobroff at joanb@pobox.upenn.edu or call 215-898-7391.

11:30 AM-1 PM
Personalized Medicine
Biomedical Research Building, Atrium Lobby
421 Curie Boulevard
Alumni are invited for lunch to hear Dr. Garrett Fitzgerald, Chair of the Department of Pharmacology, discuss the latest innovations in personalized medicine care. RSVP early; seating is limited. Call 215-898-5164 or email medalum@ben.dev.upenn.edu.

1:30 PM
Penn Museum Gallery Tour: Rights Of Passage In Africa
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
3620 South Street
The African Gallery focuses on artifacts from the colonial period of Africa's history, a time when European powers divided the continent into nation states whose boundaries often cut across ancient cultural and regional areas. Tours leave from the Trescher main entrance admissions desk and are free for alumni with a Penn Alumni Card.

2 PM
Penn Presents:
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
Annenberg Center, Zellerbach Theatre
3680 Walnut Street
Also offered on Friday and Saturday at 8 PM.

2:30 PM
Penn Engineering Post-Game Reception
Melvin J. and Claire Levine Hall Lobby and Quain Courtyard
3330 Walnut Street
Join your fellow Penn Engineers and their families and friends at this annual post-game celebration hosted by the Engineering Alumni Society.

3-4:30 PM
Kelly Writers House Open House
Kelly Writers House, Arts Café, 3805 Locust Walk
Renew your acquaintance with or get to know this lively and innovative home for writers of all ages and genres as you join members of the Writers House community and its staff for informal conversation and coffee.

3-5 PM
DP Alumni Post-Game Reception
DP Offices, 2nd Floor, 4015 Walnut Street
Visit with fellow DP alumni and current DP staff members after the game at a casual open house. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. For details, check the DP alumni website or email dpaa@daily.pennsylvanian.com.

3-5:45 PM
Huntsman Program In International Studies & Business Open House
Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 3732 Locust Walk
Join Huntsman alumni for a post-game open house and discussion/lecture on global citizenship.

3:30-5:00 PM
A Film Documentary
The Palestra: Cathedral Of Basketball
Stiteler Hall, Room B6, 208 S. 37th Street
This feature-length documentary traces the evolution of college basketball through the rise of one of the most storied basketball arenas in the country. Writer-producer Mikaelyn Austin, C'04, will answer questions following the screening, which will begin promptly at 3:30 PM. Entry is free but space is limited, so RSVP early.

3:30-5 PM
Celebrating Diversity At Penn

University Of Pennsylvania Asian Alumni Network Meeting: Beyond The Horizon - A Future Together
Jon M. Huntsman Hall, MBA Lounge 3730 Walnut Street
Reconnect with fellow Asian/Asian-American alumni and learn how to get involved in Penn's Asian Alumni Network. We invite all alumni and current students to meet our regional chapter representatives, learn about upcoming events, brainstorm additional programming, and sign up for the annual UPAAN Mentoring Conference. To learn more about the conference, see the UPAAN website.

PennGALA Meeting: LGBT Center's First 25 Years
The Carriage House, 3907 Spruce Street
PennGALA celebrates the 25th Anniversary of the LGBT Center with a look at the past, present, and future. Alumni from the past 25 years will join current students for a discussion of the LGBTQA community's growth, its impact on the Penn campus, its current state, and its role moving forward. Share your thoughts, and speak with members of the PennGALA Steering Committee to find out how to become more involved. Tours of the Carriage House will be available.

Black Alumni Society Meeting: Moving Forward
Logan Hall, Terrace Room, 249 S. 36th Street
Join students, faculty, and staff for an update on Black student life and resources, testimonials by current student leaders, an overview of recent BAS activity, and details on current projects. Bring your thoughts and suggestions for BAS and find out how you can help.

Association Of Latino Alumni Meeting: Strengthening Our Alumni Community
Houston Hall, Benjamin Franklin Room, 3417 Spruce Street
ALA's new Board will present its goals and seek input on strategies for the coming year to engage Latino alumni across the country and encourage students to become active members. Student leaders will discuss Latino life on campus today and the support and inspiration they need from Latino alumni. Students, faculty, staff, and alumni are welcome.

Association Of Native Alumni Meeting: The Gathering
Houston Hall, Golkin Room, 3417 Spruce Street
Join the Association of Native Alumni to discuss priorities for the year and beyond. Preview the new video of the All-Ivy Native Conference held at Penn last year and learn about research conducted by Six Directions and ANA members last summer. ANA invites all alumni, students, faculty, and staff with interest in Native American issues to attend.

4-5:30 PM
Civic House: Penn's Hub For Student-Community Involvement
Civic House, 3914 Locust Walk
One in four Penn undergraduates work in partnership with the West Philadelphia community and beyond through mentoring, tutoring, voter registration, homeless outreach, environmental advocacy, and other activities. Join Civic House staff, students, faculty, and alumni to learn about Penn students' civic engagement and see the recent renovations of Civic House's public spaces.

4-6 PM
Platt Student Performing Arts House Open House
Platt Student Performing Arts House, 3702 Spruce Street
Join members of the Student Performing Arts Community, PennQuest, Pennacle, and PennArts for a tour of Penn's new home for the student performing arts. Enjoy performances by students along with refreshments.

4:30-6 PM
Memoir And Me
Kelly Writers House, Art Café, 3805 Locust Walk
Join a panel discussion to hear three nationally-known alumni authors discuss personal writing and read from their new memoirs: Cynthia Kaplan, C'85, Huffington Post columnist and author of the cult-classic memoir collections Why I'm Like This and her latest, Leave the Building Quickly; moderator Stephen Fried, C'79, award-winning investigative journalist whose new book is Husbandry: Sex, Love & Dirty Laundry—Inside the Minds of Married Men; and Jeffrey Goldberg, award-winning correspondent for The New Yorker and author of Prisoners: A Muslim and a Jew Across the Middle East Divide. Reception to follow. RSVP to whhomecoming@writing.upenn.edu.

5:30-7:30 PM
Newman Center Reunion Catholic Mass And Social
St. Agatha-St. James Church, 38th and Chestnut Streets
Alumni and friends are invited to join the Newman Community for Mass, followed by wine and cheese at the Newman Center.

8 PM
Penn Presents: Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
Annenberg Center, Zellerbach Theatre
3680 Walnut Street
Also offered Friday at 8 PM and Saturday at 2 PM.

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