WINNIPEG, MB – The following is a list of University of Winnipeg events for the week of Sept. 10-16, 2007:
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2007 – The Undergraduate Science Poster Competition is an event that features several intriguing science projects. The event runs from 11:00 am-1:30 pm in Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2007 – HOMECOMING DAY 1 – The University of Winnipeg’s 40th Anniversary Homecoming & Reunion Weekend begins. Events this day include:
- Breakfast with Dr. John Roberts – Convocation Hall – 7:30-9:00 am
- State of the University Address – Convocation Hall – 11:00 am-12:00 Noon
- The University of Winnipeg Retirees’ Association Luncheon – Clearsight Event Tent – 12:30-2:30 pm
- Opening Reception – Clearsight Event Tent – 6:30-10:00 pm
For a complete list of Homecoming events, please visit http://40th.uwinnipeg.ca.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 – HOMECOMING DAY 2 – The University of Winnipeg’s 40th Anniversary Homecoming & Reunion Weekend continues. Events Friday include:
- Rededication of Convocation Hall – Convocation Hall – 10:00-11:00 am
- The Great Rock Climb – Wesley Hall Front Lawn – 12:30-1:30 pm
- Special Convocation – Convocation Hall – 3:00-4:30 pm
- Theatre Production of “Hair” – Prairie Theatre Exchange – 8:00-9:30 pm
- Gala Homecoming Dinner – Hotel Fort Garry – 7:00 pm – SOLD OUT
For a complete list of Homecoming events, please visit http://40th.uwinnipeg.ca.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2007 – HOMECOMING DAY 3 – The fun continues at The University of Winnipeg’s 40th Anniversary Homecoming & Reunion Weekend. Saturday events include:
- Charter Day Celebration & Picnic – Wesley Hall Front Lawn – 12:00 Noon-2:00 pm
- Theatre Production of “Hair” – Prairie Theatre Exchange – 2:00-3:30 pm
- Class Reunion Dinner – Hotel Fort Garry – 5:30-10:00 pm
- The Great Winnipeg Social – Clearsight Event Tent – 8:00 pm-1:00 am
For a complete list of Homecoming events, please visit http://40th.uwinnipeg.ca.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2007 – HOMECOMING DAY 4 – The University of Winnipeg’s 40th Anniversary Homecoming & Reunion Weekend concludes. Events this day include:
- Ecumenical Service, Liturgical Procession to the Chapel, Naming Ceremony for the Carl Ridd Sanctuary – Convocation Hall – 10:00-11:30 am
- Legacy Circle Garden Dedication – Portage Commons – 11:30 am-12:00 Noon
- Presidents’ Brunch – Riddell Hall – 12:00 Noon-2:00 pm
For a complete list of Homecoming events, please visit http://40th.uwinnipeg.ca.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
Ilana Simon, Communications Officer, University of Winnipeg
P: 204.786.9930, C: 204.782.3279, E: i.simon@uwinnipeg.ca
