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Saturday, October 27, 2007

7:00 a.m. Family Weekend Partner 5K (Registration begins at 7:00 a.m., Race begins at 8:00 a.m.)
Memorial Gymnasium
Sponsored by the Department of Intramural-Recreational Sports. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. at Memorial Gymnasium, with race start time at 8:00 a.m. Race format-combined times in various categories: student/family member, student/student, faculty/student, etc. Entry fee: $15/runner (includes t-shirt, refreshments and awards). An awards ceremony immediately follows the race.

7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Office of African American Affairs Continental Breakfast Meeting
Newcomb Hall Ballroom (Note new location)
Maurice Apprey, Dean of the Office of African American Affairs, will provide updates and perspectives about the state of African american Affairs at the University of Virginia. (Bus service will be available to transport parents to Wilson Hall Auditorium from University Hall beginning at 7:00 a.m.).

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Brown College Coffee
Monroe Hill House
The Principal of Brown College invites all the Brown College family to Monroe Hill House for an eye-opener - coffee, juice, fruit and bagels with the fixings.

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Coffee and Pastries (Note new time and location)
South Lawn (in front of Old Cabell Hall)
UVaFamilies will host an informal continental breakfast and social for students, parents, and families. Breakfast will take place under a tent on the South Lawn, near Old Cabell Hall. The event provides an opportunity for families to meet others in their home region and learn about ways to be involved with the University through events, lectures, travel, UVaClubs, and more. No RSVP is needed.

9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. University Forum
Old Cabell HallAuditorium
President Casteen will speak on the state of the University, followed by a question and answer session for parents with University vice presidents, deans, and student leaders.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Declaring Independence: Creating and Re-creating America's Document
Harrison Institute and Small Special Collections Library
This exhibit displays highlights of the most comprehensive collection of letters, documents, and early printings of the Declaration of Independence. The exhibition sheds light on not only the writing and signing of the Declaration, but also on its first printing, distribution across the colonies, and future impact on American history. An accompanying documentary film is available for viewing in the gallery. (Docents will be on hand.)

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flowerdew Hundred: Unearthing Virginia's History
Harrison Institute and Small Special Collections Library
Featuring archaeological artifacts on loan from the Flowerdew Hundred Foundation, this exhibit presents material evidence of Virginia's early inhabitants: Native american pottery sherds; arms and armor used to defend the new colony; refined, imported wares from Europe; and american goods, including items manufactured by African Americans The materials from U.Va.'s Special Collections also on display—images from sixteenth- and seventeenth-century maps and books—illustrate the importance of the historical record in the study of material culture.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Virginia Visions: Four Hundred Years of Envisioning Virginia
Harrison Institute / Small Special Collections Library
The U.Va. Library's newest exhibition uses its extensive Virginian collection to demonstrate how Virginians throughout the state's history have envisioned themselves and the Commonwealth. Through history, literature, art, maps, and children’s fiction, Virginia Visions explores Jamestown, the Eastern Shore, Russell County and southwestern Virginia, Appalachia, Richmond, Charlottesville, and the University of Virginia.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Treasures from Paul Mellon's Library
Harrison Institute / Small Special Collections Library
This exhibit features manuscript letters and beautifully illustrated works of american history from the personal library of Paul Mellon.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Lewis & Clark
Harrison Institute / Small Special Collections Library
This exhibit highlights rare maps and books relating to Lewis and Clark's historic expedition.

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Beyond the Serpentine Walls: Exploring the Pavilion Gardens at the University of Virginia.
Clemons Library
Nestled between the Lawn and the East and West Ranges, and within the famous serpentine walls, like the Pavilion Gardens. Designed by Thomas Jefferson as an integral part of the Academical Village, these quiet enclaves offer a shady respite from the rigors of scholarly pursuits. Through photos and drawings, the exhibit highlights many aspects of this unique feature of the University of Virginia.

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. University of Virginia Press Annual Warehouse Book Sale
Press Warehouse, 500 Edgemont Road
The University of Virginia Press will be selling thousands of first quality books on a variety of topics. Most book prices will be as low as $3 or $6. For more information, visit www.upress.virginia.edu or call 434-982-2932.

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Virginia Brunch
Newcomb, Runk & Observatory Hill Student Dining Facilities
Menu features Virginia recipes and foods. Student meal cards accepted; parents are invited as guests of U.Va. Dining.

10:45 a.m. Historical Walk of Downtown Charlottesville
Monroe Hill House
Join landscape architect Reuben Rainey and long-time Charlottesville residents Josef Beery and Carl Trindle to explore the historic route from UVa to downtown Charlottesville (return by free trolley).

10:00 a.m. ACC Cross Country Championships (Men's races begin at 10:00 a.m.; Women's races begin at 11:00 a.m.)
Panorama Farm
Directions: From Charlottesville take Rt. 29 north. Turn left on Rio Rd (west) and follow to Hydraulic Road (Rt 743). The Rock Store is at this intersection. Turn right and stay straight following the Earlysville Road for 1.5 miles past reservoir. Turn left on Panorama Road.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Google U
Clemons Library
Picasa, SketchUp, Blogger, iGoogle… These are just a few of the more than 3 dozen features offered by Google, the world’s top search engine. Join Library’s specialist Todd Burks as he walks you through some of the more popular and little-known features.

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Study Abroad Information Sessions (Note new location)
Gilmer 130
Families are encouraged to attend one of these information sessions with the International Studies Office staff to learn about study abroad options for all U.Va. students.

11:00 a.m. – 1: 00 p.m. Class Council Receptions
The Lawn
All students are invited to join their families, friends, and classmates for brunch on the Lawn. Each class will host a hospitality site to provide information about class-specific programs and events. This event is sponsored by the First-, Second-, and Third-Year Councils, and the Fourth-Year Trustees. Rain locations are Jefferson Hall (Classes of 2008 and 2009) and Minor Hall Lobby (Classes of 2010 and 2011).

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Culturefest
Aquatics & Fitness Center
Culturefest features an international bazaar of performance, ethnic clothes, and cultural information completely produced and presented by U.Va. students. (This event will be followed up by an exhibition from 5-7 p.m. in Newcomb Dining Hall.)

11:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Wellness Fair
Aquatic & Fitness Center
Join the pursuit of fitness, well-being and fun! Take a break with us at the Aquatic and Fitness Center for FREE massages, FREE food samples and trivia games Win prizes just for participating! Most importantly, learn about current college health issues, including nutrition, safety, stress management, fitness and sexuality. This interactive program is fun for all ages. Sponsored by the Office of Health Promotion, the Department of Intra.m.ural-Recreational Sports, and the Parents Program.

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Interactive Tools Now and Soon
Clemons Library
Stop by the Digital Media Lab for a look at interesting ways that students and faculty are combining Art, Science, and Music.

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Annual Upper-Class Housing Open House
Second year students are guaranteed safe, flexible and conveniently located housing. Explore the opportunities
and options available. Charter buses will be available at stops in the Alderman and McCormick Road areas to tour upper-class housing areas. Students in each area will be available to show their rooms and apartments and to answer any questions you have.

1:00 p.m. Women’s Field Hockey vs. Duke
Artificial Turf
Please check with the U.Va. ticket office (924-UVA1) to determine costs for attending this event.

1:00 p.m. Men’s and Women’s Swimming vs. Clemson
Aquatic & Fitness Center
Please check with the U.va. ticket office (924-UVA1) to determine costs for attending this event.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Librarian at Sea
Clemons Library
In 2006, U.Va. became the academic partner for the Semester at Sea program. S@S offers students the chance to experience many different cultures while sailing around the world and taking classes on board a ship. Fresh from her recent voyage, join S@S librarian Erin Stalberg as she shares photos and stories from the spring 2007 excursion.

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Old Stuff in the Attic: How to Preserve Your Personal Treasures
Harrison Institute / Small Special Collections Library
Do you have a bunch of cool old stuff collecting dust in your attic or the corner of a closet? The Library’s preservation specialists Ellen Welch and Holly Robertson are here to help, by showing you how to preserve everything from dolls, clothes, and sound recordings to photographs, news clippings, and letters. In addition to handouts with “how-to’s”, exciting and recently conserved materials from the Library’s collections will also be on display. Stick around afterwards for one-on-one chats and Q&A.

1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Student Docent Tours & Reception
University of Virginia Art Museum
Rugby Road
Visit the University’s fine arts museum and participate in special tours given by the U.va. student docents. Exhibitions include Arshile Gorky: Drawings, The Early Years and William Christenberry: Site/Possession. Refreshments will be served.

1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Whethermen
Old Cabell Hall
Come see U.Va.’s improvisational acting troupe perform, based upon suggestions and ideas provided by the audience! No admission charge.

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Modern Falconry and the Conservation of Birds of Prey
Charles L. Brown Library, Reading Room
Clark Hall
Join conservation biologist and U.Va. Professor Mark Kopeny, a licensed falconer, in the Reading Room of the Charles L. Brown Science and Engineering Library for a discussion of this ancient art. First, browse the library's collection of field guides, species accounts, and conservation literature. Then, get a glimpse into the mysterious world of trained raptors and learn firsthand what makes these majestic birds of prey such skilled hunters.

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The Next Coppola? A Look at Student-made Film and Video
Clemons Library
You know as well as we do how creative U.Va. students are, but here’s a chance to see for yourself. Come by the Robertson Media Center as we feature some of the film and video projects created over the years by students at U.Va.

2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Organization of Young Filipino Americans Culturefest Reception
Newcomb South Meeting Room
Come to the annual Culturefest Reception, a get-together with family and friends of OYFA members to celebrate the first-year performance at Culturefest. There will be good food and good company, so please stop by!

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. The History of African-Americans at U.Va.
Rotunda steps facing the Lawn
This tour explores the history of African-Americans from their roles as slaves and builders, the years of segregation and integration and their role today as scholars and leaders within the University community. Sponsored by the University Guide Service.

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Organizing Your Digital Photos
Clemons Library
Do you have too many digital photos and no idea what to do with them? Come by Clemons Library and learn some cool tips and tricks for organizing your files. Bess Sadler, Metadata Specialist in the Library’s Digital Research and Instructional Services department, and Liz Gushee, Image Collection Librarian at the Fine Arts Library, will show you how to use software such as flickr.com and iPhoto to keep your digital photos organized and accessible for years to come.

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. “Thomas Jefferson’s Academical Village: Design and Place”
Old Cabell Hall
Richard Guy Wilson, Commonwealth Professor of Architectural History, will speak and show slides of the University from its founding through the present.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The History of Women at U.Va.
Rotunda steps facing the Lawn
Rosie the Riveter galvanized World War II-era american women to join the war effort with her fa.m.ous "We Can Do It!" This tour explores how the women of U.Va. "did it," breaking down barriers to Mr. Jefferson's University. It chronicles their lives as faculty wives and slaves, the years of academic exclusion all the way until they opened the doors to the last state school in the country to co-educate. Sponsored by the University Guide Service.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. International Residential College Reception
Munford Lounge
Come meet the Principal and Director of Studies who are responsible for working with students to create the newest residential college at the University.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Hereford Residential College Reception
Upper Vaughn House
Come meet the Principal, Coordinators, and student leaders responsible for shaping Hereford College’s dynamic social and cultural programs.

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Brown College Housing Information Session
Monroe Hill House
Interested in living at Brown? Membership committee cochairs provide insight into the experience and tours of the quarters.

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Demystifying Myspace, Facebook, and Other Online Social Networks
Clemons Library
You’ve heard your kids talk about them, now find out for yourself just what online social networking is all about. Tina Smith, Collections Support Assistant at the Brown Science and Engineering Library, will talk about Web sites such as MySpace and Facebook, and will show you how to set up your own online profile.

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Culturefest, Part II: Food & Exhibition
Newcomb Dining Hall
Don’t miss an opportunity to sa.m.ple international foods and learn about various cultures. This event is free to all students, families, and community guests. (This event is a follow up to Culturefest that took place in the Aquatic and Fitness Center from 11-4 p.m.)

5:30 p.m. Golden Key International Honour Society Induction
Newcomb Hall Ballroom
Families of students offered membership in this society honoring their academic accomplishments as second, third, and fourth years are welcome to attend the installation and reception.

6:30 p.m. Dome Room Dinner
Rotunda Dome Room
We hope you will consider registering for the fifth annual Dome Room Dinner, which has become a Family Weekend tradition! This event provides the rare opportunity for families to dine together in the Dome Room of the Rotunda, the University’s original library, while learning more about the University from one of its premiere faculty members.

The dinner will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 27. Pre-registration is required. Sorry, this event is full.

7:00 p.m. Virginia Choral Showcase
Old Cabell Hall Auditorium
Enjoy the lively performance of the U.Va. Chamber Singers, the University Singers, the Virginia Glee Club, and the Virginia Women’s Chorus. The program will conclude with the combined singing of all the ensembles, more than 160 voices strong. Tickets are $5 for UVa students/$10 for the public and will be available at the Cabell Hall Box Office (434-924-3984), on the Lawn, and at the door.

7:00 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. Academical Village People Fall Concert
McLeod Hall Auditorium
This all-male a cappella group performs its award-winning musical entertainment in its Family Weekend Concert. Tickets will be available on the Lawn and at the door.

8:00 p.m. First Year Players’ Production: "Thoroughly Modern Millie!" (New event)
Student Activities Building
Don't miss First Year Players' "delectable" production of "Thoroughly Modern Millie!" Tickets are $5 and will be sold on the Lawn, in Newcomb (2nd floor), and at the door on show-nights.

8:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Office of African American Affairs Parent/Student “Flash Back-Fast Forward” Reception and Dance
Location: Newcomb Hall Ballroom
Tickets: $15 (Adults) $5 (Students). For tickets, contact Dion Lewis at 924-7923, Linzell Miller (202-722-8900), or Lou Durden (202-829-4390).

9:30 p.m. Virginia Gentlemen’s Concert
Old Cabell Hall Auditorium
U.Va.’s oldest a capella group is proud to present its annual Family Weekend concert. Tickets are $5 and are available at
the Newcomb Ticket Office and at the Cabell Hall Box Office (434-924-3984).

Events By Individual Schools

College of Arts & Sciences

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Academic Advising in the College of Arts and Sciences: Strategies for Parents (Note new location)
Chemistry 402

2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Reception with Association Deans (Note new location)
Chemistry 402

School of Engineering & Applied Science

11:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. A conversation with Dean Aylor, Engineering Faculty & Students
Location: Mech 205

12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch hosted by Dean Aylor and the Co-Chairs of the SEAS Parent Council
Darden Court

School of Nursing

1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Recognition Ceremony, Reception
McLeod Hall Auditorium

4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sigma Theta Tau Beta Kappa Chapter Induction Ceremony
McLeod Hall Auditorium

Curry School of Education

12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Refreshments and Information Session
Lower Lobby and Auditorium G004A in Ruffner Hall
An informal reception will be followed by an information session. Current and prospective students and their families are invited.

McIntire School of Commerce

1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Welcoming Reception
Monroe Hall Galleria

2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. McIntire Open House
Monroe Hall
Featuring concurrent faculty and student presentations at 2:00 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Click here to view a list of concurrent sessions.