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Parents & Family Weekend
Parents & Family Weekend 2009Schedule
Information and Event Descriptions
Ticket Pick Up: Tickets for the Vista Cruise will be sold in Kirby Student Center on Wednesday October 14th from 10:00am - 2:00pm. Cost - $5 per family!!!Only 150 tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis.
Parking: During Parents and Family Weekend, parking is available in Pay Lot G and all maroon lots are free after 6:00 pm on Friday and all day on Saturday and Sunday; no overnight parking is allowed. Overnight parking is allowed at any of the meters, as meters are not enforced from 8:00 p.m. on Friday until 8:00 a.m. Monday. All parking in the lots surrounding the residence halls and apartments is by permit only and is enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more informaiton view a campus map on-line.
Refunds: No refunds will be issued. Questions about Parents and Family weekend can be directed to Vince Repesh at 218-726-7779.
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Vista Star Harbor Cruise See the city of Duluth and its beautiful harbor from the water. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided as well as live entertainment. Board the Vista Star at 4:30 pm and get settled for a 5:00 departure. Sponsored by the Kirby Student Center. |
Click for driving directions to the Harbor. |
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| 6pm-10:30 | Haunted Ship of Ghouls During October, the historic ore boat Williiam A. Irvin transforms itself into a floating ghost ship. Minnesota's most famous Halloween attraction is not for the fait of heart! |
Purchase your tickets at the William A. Irvin Ship in Canal Park. Tours leave continously beginning at 6:00pm.
For more information, go to: http://www.williamairvin.com/Ghouls.htm |
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Men's Hockey vs. Minnesota State - Mankato at the DECC. Women's Volleyball vs. University of Mary at Romano Gym. |
To purchase tickets in advance click on the following link: http://umdbulldogs.com/pdf/PARENTS_weekend_order_form.pdf
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| 9:00 | Movie: "UP" For family fun, see Wall E. Popcorn and pop provided. Free! |
Free! Limited seating; first-come, first-served. |
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| 9:00-10:00 am | Resource Fair & Continental Breakfast
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The resource fair is free for all students, parents and family members. |
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| 10:00am | Chancellor's Welcome Vice Chancellor Jackie Millslagle and others welcome parents and families to UMD! Hear from the Chancellor and get an overview of the weekend. |
Free! |
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10:30- 11:15 |
Workshops for Parents (Session I)
Locations will be available the day of the workshops. |
30-60-90 Student Success Roadmap : Nearly all students who enter higher education have the goal of completing a college degree in four years, yet nationally, only a quarter do so. This workshop will introduce parents to key benchmarks on the road to graduation. Presented by Mary Keenan, Co-facilitator of UMD’s Graduation Rate Initiative. Housing Options: What kind of housing is available in Duluth? How much should my student expect to pay? Learn answers to these questions and more from Monte Gomke, representing both on- and off-campus housing options. Technology at UMD: Learn about the resources on campus that will help your student succeed in today's technologically advanced world. Our Knowledge Management Center (KMC) is committed to providing your student with the best advances in techonology available. Lisa Rigoni Reeves from the KMC will help you explore ePortfolio, Graduation Planner, and more! Things You Might Be Surprised to Learn About Your College Student: So you think you know your student? We will tell you what we know about your student. Join the lively, sometimes humorous, sometimes serious, but always interesting discussion on today’s college students. Moderated by Kim Roufs Director ACC (Seasoned Parent & Grandmother) You Want to Major in WHAT?!: Learn the latest about choosing a major and career options from Sonja Olsen of UMD Career Services. Receive tips to help your student explore internships, search the job market and land a job. Presented by Sonja Olsen Persistence and Graduation:What Parents Can Do: Learn about the top factors affecting student graduation rates and how to recognize red flags as you coach your student through college. Presented by Sue Darge, Director of Student Affairs CEHSP
UMD's Alcohol Policy & ARE: An opportunity for parents to learn about UMD's Alcohol Policy and the ARE program. How it will affect your student at UMD. Presented by Lauretta Perry Chemical Health Educator at Health Services
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11:30-12:15 |
Workshops for Parents (Session II)
Locations will be available the day of the workshops. |
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12:30-1:15 |
Workshops for Parents (Session III)
Locations will be available the day of the workshops. |
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| 1:00-5:00 | Art Showcase Frank Big Bear - Drawing Over Time,
Bright Life: Works on Paper by Karel Appel Work Through th Lens: Photographs from Tweed's photography collections
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All exhibits are free at the Tweed Museum. Other exhibits include:
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| 1:00 pm | UMD Football vs. St. Cloud State
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Tickets may also be purchased at the stadium prior to the game but at FULL PRICE! | ||
| 3pm-10:30 | Haunted Ship of Ghouls During October, the historic ore boat Williiam A. Irvin transforms itself into a floating ghost ship. Minnesota's most famous Halloween attraction is not for the fait of heart! |
Purchase your tickets at the William A. Irvin Ship in Canal Park. Tours leave continously beginning at 6:00pm.
For more information, go to: http://www.williamairvin.com/Ghouls.htm |
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| 7:07 | UMD Hockey Game Univeristy of Minnesota Duluth Men's hockey team takes on conference rival Minnesota Mankato in WCHA action |
DECC
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Sunday, October 18, 2009--Detailed Schedule and Info
10:30 am Lutheran Worship Service
Rafters in Kirby Student Center10:30 am Catholic Mass
Ballroom
1:00-5:00pm Art Showcase
Tweed Museum of ArtFrank Big Bear - Drawing Over Time,
1983-2008. His art has achieved cult status among a younger generation of artists, paying homage to traditional Ojibwe culture with a contemporary search for spiritual meaning.Bright Life: Works on Paper by Karel Appel
This exhibition presents a series of prints by the Dutch artist, who died in 2006.Work Through th Lens: Photographs from Tweed's photography collections
All exhibits are free at the Tweed Museum. Other exhibits include:
Hours:
Fridays: 9:00am-4:30pm
Saturday & Sundays:
1:00pm-5:00pm
6:00-10:30 Haunted Ship of Ghouls
William A. Irvin, Canal Park, DuluthDuring October, the historic ore boat Williiam A. Irvin transforms itself into a floating ghost ship. Minnesota's most famous Halloween attraction is not for the fait of heart!
Purchase your tickets at the William A. Irvin Ship in Canal Park. Tours leave continously beginning at 6:00pm. Adults: $8
Children 12 & under: $6
For more information, go to: http://www.williamairvin.com/Ghouls.htm8:00 pm Catholic Mass
Kirby Student Center RaftersOther things to do and see..
- Glensheen Mansion Tour
- UMD Stores
- Plaza Food Court
- Your Students Dorm Room and/or Apartment!!!
- Stroll the Lakewalk