Thursday, Oct. 25

11 a.m.

Fear Factor Block Party with American Idol
Quad

Truman Karaoke

7:30 p.m.

9th Annual New Music Festival Concert
Ophelia Parrish Performance Hall
Features chamber and solo works with a world premiere musical selection by composer Dr. Matthew Tommasini, winner of the international 2007 Truman State-MACRO Composition Competition. Tommasini’s new composition, And the Tree Grows Again, will be premiered by Dr. Julianna Moore (flute), Dr. Michael Bump (percussion) and members of the Truman State Wind Symphony under the direction of Mr. Dan Peterson. This work was co-commissioned by the University’s chapters of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Sigma Alpha Iota.  In addition to the premiere, a variety of new instrumental and choral music will be presented by Truman State musicians. Dr. Tommasini will also talk about his music.
No charge

Friday, Oct. 26

7:45 a.m.-1 p.m.

Alumni Leadership Conference
 Alumni Room, Student Union Building
This conference provides an opportunity for alumni volunteers to exchange experiences and share ideas with other alumni leaders. All alumni who are interested in serving as ambassadors for Truman are invited, and all alumni chapters and clubs are encouraged to send at least one officer or delegate. Complimentary breakfast and lunch for attendees.

No charge. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Oct. 12.

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9 a.m.-6 p.m.

Alumni Center Open
Student Union Building

• FREE gifts for alumni while supplies last (alumni clings, pens, coolie cups)

• Purchase tickets for Homecoming events

• Pick up your reserved tickets

• Leave message on Message Board

• Computer kiosks will be available so you can check your e-mail

• Alumni lounge area

10:30 a.m.

20th Annual Bulldog Classic Golf Tournament ($)
Kirksville Country Club
Open to all alumni and friends (age 18 and above). Individual entries will be paired on teams.  Registration at 10:30 a.m., tee-off at 11 a.m.
 

Pre-registration requested: $55 entry fee includes golf pack, lunch and golf-cart rental.

1:30 p.m.

9th Annual New Music Festival Concert II
Ophelia Parrish Performance Hall
Chamber music by Truman State University composers will be performed. The program will also include instrumental music by guest composer Dr. Matthew Tommasini, winner of the international 2007 Truman State-MACRO Composition Competition. Dr. Tommasini will also talk about his music.
No charge

5:30 p.m.

Pep Rally
Stokes Stadium
Alumni and friends are welcome.

6:30 p.m.

Alumni & Friends Celebration/Hall of Fame Banquet  ($)
Georgian Room, Student Union Building
Alumni, friends and families invited. Alum of the Year, Young Alum of the Year, recipients of the Distinguished Service Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees will be introduced. Golden Alumni (Class of 1957 and earlier) who have not participated in previous diploma ceremonies can receive commemorative 50-year diplomas. Banquet followed by musical entertainment and coffee.

Pre-registration requested: Adults $15/Children age 12 and under $8

7 p.m.

Women's Volleyball Game:
Truman vs. Southwest Baptist
Pershing Arena
No charge

8 p.m.

My Super Sweet Homecoming Ball & The New Ebony Essence Dance
Down Under, Student Union Building
Homecoming dance sponsored by Student Senate and the Association of Black Collegians.

9:30 p.m.

Flava of Coronation
Down Under, Student Union Building

Saturday, Oct. 27

Beginning at 9 a.m.

Student Recreation Center 10th Anniversary Celebration
Student Recreation Center
The Student Recreation Center is celebrating their 10th anniversary and will be offering tours and a special display.

8-9 a.m.

Complimentary Coffee & Donuts
Georgian Room, Student Union Building

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Alumni Center Open
Student Union Building

• FREE gifts for alumni while supplies last (alumni clings, pens, coolie cups)

• Purchase tickets for Homecoming events

• Pick up your reserved tickets

• Leave message on Message Board

• Computer kiosks will be available so you can check your e-mail

• Alumni lounge area

9 a.m.

Pomp My Ride Homecoming Parade
Franklin Street
Parade begins on the Kirksville town square and proceeds south down Franklin St. to Patterson St.
Watch a live camera feed of the parade inside the Student Union Building!
Alumni are invited to watch a live broadcast of the parade indoors in the Alumni Center/TV Lounge Area on the lower level of the Student Union Building. A live feed of the parade will also be available online on the Alumni & Friends Web site.

After parade

Student Union Reunion
Student Union Office
For more information, contact (660) 785-4186.

10:30 a.m.

Nursing Reception
Student Union Building
For more information, contact (660) 785-4557.

10:30 a.m.

1987 Nursing Class Reunion
Student Union Building
For more information, contact (660) 785-4557.

11 a.m.

Kids Corner Games sponsored by NPHC
Red Barn Park (cancelled if lightening)
Activities for children.

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Tailgate Picnic   ($)
Red Barn Park, West of Stokes Stadium (Rain site: Pershing Arena)
All students, alumni, friends, and families invited.
SPECIAL RESERVED SECTION for Young Alumni Class Reunion (Classes of 1997-2007)

Pre-registration requested:
$5 per person

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Iron Chef Chili Cook-Off
Red Barn Park
The Iron Chef Chili Cook-Off is open to students, the community and alumni. Limit of 24 participants. See registration form below for more details or contact Becky, rlh936@truman.edu or Mindy, mindym@truman.edu.

 Registration Form

11:15 a.m.

Class Reunion Celebrations  ($)
Share your college memories with former classmates. Guests are welcome. Members of reunion classes who attend a Class Reunion Luncheon will receive a FREE T-shirt.
 

The Young Alumni Reunion (classes of 1997-2007) will be held at the Tailgate Picnic which is also open to all alumni, friends, families, and students. Look for the Young Alumni Reunion group under the tent by Stokes Stadium and Red Barn Park.

• Classes of 1997-2007

Pre-registration requested:
COST for Young Alumni Reunion at Tailgate Picnic: $5 per person
 

Reunion Luncheons will be held in the Student Union Building for the following:
• Class of 1957 & all prior classes (Golden Alumni)
• Class of 1967
• Class of 1977
• Class of 1982
• Class of 1987

Pre-registration requested
COST for Anniversary Reunion Luncheons:
Adults $9/Children age 12 and under $5

...More info on Class Reunions
 

11:30 a.m.

Women's Alumni Rugby Game
Rugby Field (aka South Field)
Directions to Rugby Field
No charge

12:30 p.m.

Senate Alumni Reception
Student Union Building

1 p.m.

Men's Alumni Rugby Game
Rugby Field (aka South Field)
Directions to Rugby Field
No charge

1:30 p.m.

Pre-Football Game Activities
Stokes Stadium

2 p.m.

Bulldog Football:
Truman vs. Emporia State (Kan.)  ($)
Stokes Stadium
 

Tickets available in advance or at the gate:

• Alumni Chapter Members: FREE (must show chapter membership card)

• General Admission: $7

• Sr Citizens/Children age 5-12: $5

• Children under age 5: FREE

Announcement of Homecoming competition winners following football game.

5-9 p.m.

Alumni Mixer  ($)
NEW LOCATION!  
Kirksville Arts Center, 117 S. Franklin St. (downtown) - Look for the banners!
All alumni and friends invited to enjoy music, dancing, and food. A wide selection of hors d'oeuvres will be served. Door prizes will be given away throughout the event. Cash bar.

$3 at the door or in advance (free tickets for those attending Class Reunion Luncheons)

5:30 p.m.

Women's Volleyball Game:
Truman vs. Augustana (S.D.)
Pershing Arena
No charge

7 p.m.

SAB Comedian: Jen Kober  ($)
Baldwin Auditorium
Alumni and friends invited. Sponsored by Student Activities Board
Tickets available at the door only. General admission: $2

9 p.m.

Last Steppers Standing Step Show  ($)
Baldwin Auditorium
 

Tickets available at the door only.
General admission: $10 for adults.
$5 for ages 6-12.
Free to ages 5 and under.

Sunday, Oct. 28

1 p.m.

Unique Ensemble Gospel Concert
Activities Room, Student Union Building
No charge

1-2:30 p.m.

Percussion/Contemporary Music Masterclass
Ophelia Parrish Performance Hall

Talujon, the NYC-based percussion quartet which will be in residency at Truman Oct. 26-28 as part of the Annual Truman New Music Festival, is holding this masterclass that is open to all interested faculty, students and the general public.
No charge

8 p.m.

Performance by Talujon
Ophelia Parrish Performance Hall

An evening presentation by Talujon, the NYC-based percussion quartet that will be in residency at Truman Oct. 26-28 as part of the Annual Truman New Music Festival. Dr. Michael Bump, associate professor of music (percussion) at Truman, will be the featured soloist with the ensemble.
No charge

 Pre-registration requested for events shown in purple.

All events subject to change. Please check back for changes on times and locations.

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