Family Weekend 2010 - Schedule of Events
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Friday, October 14, 2011
12:00-1:30 p.m.
Early Check-in
Maureen Murphy Wilkens Atrium, Jean Yawkey Center
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Department and Classroom Visits
Complete list will be available on the website
4:00 p.m.
Saints Invitational Cross Country Meet
Franklin Park, Boston
4:00 p.m. Women
4:45 p.m. Men
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Evening Check-in
Maureen Murphy Wilkens Atrium, Jean Yawkey Center
5:30 p.m.
Dinner
Marian Hall Dining Room, Jean Yawkey Center
7:00 p.m.
Choice of Evening Events:
Salsa Night
Maureen Murphy Wilkens Atrium, Jean Yawkey Center
Join members of HUELLAS, our Latino student organization, for an evening of music, dancing and Salsa lessons for those who dare! All dancers, experienced and beginners, welcome. It is sure to be an evening of fun and great exercise for all ages.
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Huntington Avenue, Boston
Visit Boston's premier museum. Within walking distance of Emmanuel, this self-guided tour allows you to view the collection at your own leisure. Tickets and walking directions to the museum can be picked up at check-in.
Shear Madness
Charles Street Playhouse, Boston (No transportation or parking provided. Accessible by T.)
This unique comedy-whodunit takes place in the "Shear Madness" hairstyling salon and is chock full of up-to-the-minute spontaneous humor. During the course of the action, a murder is committed and the audience gets to spot clues, question the suspect, and solve the funniest mystery in the annals of crime.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
9:00-10:00 a.m.
Morning Check-in
Maureen Murphy Wilkens Atrium, Jean Yawkey Center
9:30-10:45 a.m.
President's Brunch Reception for Parents
Upper Atrium, Jean Yawkey Center
Join Sister Janet Eisner, SND, President, and members of the administration.
11:00 a.m.
"The First-Year Seminar: Conversations with Faculty"
Dr. Lisa Stepanski, Professor of English, Moderator
Dr. Cynthia Fowler, Associate Professor of Art
Dr. Michael Jarvinen, Assistant Professor of Psychology
"The Sophomore Year Experience"
Sr. Susan Thornell, SND, Associate Dean for First-Year Programs and Director of Academic Advising
Susan Benzie, Director of Residence Life and Sophomore Class Advisor
"The Career Planning Process for Freshmen and Sophomores: Getting an Early Start"
Dr. David Fields, Assistant Director of Internships and Career Development
11:30 a.m.
Senior Cap and Gown Ceremony
Auditorium, Administration Building
Dating back to the first graduating class, the Class of 1923, the Cap and Gown Ceremony has historically marked the beginning of senior year. The ceremony provides an opportunity for seniors to don their caps and gowns and recognizes their status as seniors at Emmanuel.
11:30 a.m.
Fenway Park Tour #1
Visit historic Fenway Park, where the Babe pitched, The Kid hit, Yaz dazzled and today's stars still thrill Red Sox Nation. Participants will walk to the park. Tours last approximately one hour.
11:30 a.m.
Trolley Tour #1
Tour Boston's historic sites and landmarks on this entertaining tour of the city. Departs from the front of the Administration Building. Tour lasts approximately one hour.
12:00 p.m.
Lunch Seating #1
Marian Hall Dining Room, Jean Yawkey Center
12:00 p.m.
Women's Soccer vs. Albertus Magnus College
Roberto Clemente Field
12:30 p.m.
Fenway Park Tour #2
Visit historic Fenway Park, where the Babe pitched, The Kid hit, Yaz dazzled and today's stars still thrill Red Sox Nation. Participants will walk to the park. Tours last approximately one hour.
1:00 p.m.
Lunch Seating #2
Marian Hall Dining Room, Jean Yawkey Center
1:30 p.m.
Junior Ring and Tassel Ceremony
Auditorium, Administration Building
The Junior Ring and Tassel Ceremony is an important tradition for juniors at Emmanuel as they celebrate their status as upper-class students. Juniors participating in the ceremony select an alumnus, alumna or current senior to present them with their ring and/or tassel and support them in their continued success at Emmanuel.
1:30 p.m.
Faculty Presentations:
"Marine Microbiology: The Great Barrier Reef Travel Course"
Dr. Paul March, Professor of Biochemistry
"Educating Educators: Student Teaching, Teaching and the Education Profession"
Sr. Karen Hokanson, SND, Assistant Professor of Education
"Understanding Cancer: Past, Present and Future"
Dr. Anupama Seshan, Assistant Professor of Biology
"Writing Workshop: Fiction and Nonfiction Writing"
Stace Budzko, Special Instructor of English
1:30 p.m.
Trolley Tour #2 | SOLD OUT!
Tour Boston's historic sites and landmarks on this entertaining tour of the city. Departs from the front of the Administration Building. Tour lasts approximately one hour.
3:00 p.m.
Men's Soccer vs. Albertus Magnus College
Roberto Clemente Field
3:00 p.m.
Faculty Presentations:
"Chemistry Alive: Chemistry Demonstrations"
Dr. Aren Gerdon, Assistant Professor of Chemistry
"Literary and Socio-Political Theory in the Classroom"
Dr. Christopher Craig, Assistant Professor of English
"Immigration and Acculturation: The Value of Educating Immigrants"
Dr. Mirtha Crisostomo, Associate Professor of Management
"Artists in Action: In the Classroom and in the Studio"
Stephan Jacobs, Special Instructor of Art
4:00 p.m.
Student Musicale
Auditorium, Administration Building
Student talent will be showcased in an entertaining program designed to highlight both individual and group talent.
5:00 p.m.
Dinner
Maureen Murphy Wilkens Atrium, Jean Yawkey Center
7:00 p.m.
Casino Night
Gymnasium, Jean Yawkey Center
Join Campus Activities and Student Events (C.A.S.E.) for a fun, prize-filled Casino Night for the whole family. Various games will be featured, including Blackjack, Roulette and Poker.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
11:00 a.m.
Family Liturgy
Chapel, Administration Building
Please join the Campus Ministry team, the Emmanuel College Chapel Choir and other members of the worshipping community at Emmanuel College for a Roman Catholic Liturgy. People of all faiths are and traditions are welcome.
12:00 p.m.
Jazz Brunch
Marian Hall Dining Room, Jean Yawkey Center
1:30 p.m.
Crimes of the Commonwealth Tour | SOLD OUT!
Led by Assistant Professor of Sociology Dr. Janese Free, this bus and walking tour will take participants to some of Boston's most famous crime scenes. Participants will meet at the Jean Yawkey Center.
