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Parents & Family Weekend
Parents & Family Weekend 2009Schedule
Information and Event Descriptions
Ticket Pick Up: Tickets for the Vista Cruise may be purchased in Kirby Student Center on October 14th from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Only 150 tickets will be sold at $5 per "family". Athletic Tickets can be pre-ordered via their webside or at the door.
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.
| 4:00-6:00 | High School Honors Orchestra Concert |
Free! Come enjoy some great music! Weber Music Hall |
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| 4:00-8:00 | North Shore Climbing Wall Gain some climbing skills while you experience the thrill of viewing the world 30 feet above ground! The climbing wall is located in the new Sports & Health fitness center.
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Fees will be collected at the Welcome Desk at SpHC.
Any children under 18 years of age will need a parent present to sign a liability waiver. |
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5:00-6:30 Board Bus from campus leaves the Darland Center at 4:00. |
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-10:00 | 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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| 7:30 | UMD Student Musical: Seussical the Musical The UMD Theatre program is housed within the School of Fine Arts. Seussical the Musical is a contemporary re-imagining of Dr. Seuss, weaving together many of his most famous stories and memorable characters in unexpected and enchanting ways. |
To purchase tickets: Online - at www.tickets.umn.edu Use promo code - UMDparents. Or contact the box office directly by calling 218-726-8561 or email sfatix@d.umn.edu. Mention Parents and Family Weekend and get $2 off!
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| 9:00 | Movie: "Wall E" 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 Stay for the Chancellor's Welcome! |
The resource fair is free for all students, parents and family members. |
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| 10:00am | Chancellor's Welcome Chancellor Martin 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 Denise Cater Area Director for Residence Life.
What are the options students have for purchasing course materials(textbooks) and selling them back after they don't need them anymore?This session will help you gain a better understanding of textbook purchasing and textbook buyback at UMD. Presented by Alice Ridgewell UMD Stores.
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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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| 11:00-12:30 | Hawk Ridge Hike A self guide tour on one of the most spectacular Great Lake views and marvel at the thousands of hawks, eagles, and other feathered friends as they migrate south and follow the Lake Superior shoreline. |
There will be a car caravan in your own vehicles to Hawk Ridge. Bring warm clothes and binoculars if you have them! Free! |
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| 11:30-12:45 | Autumn Luncheon (Seating I) Join us for a tasty taco buffet provided by UMD Catering. |
You can purchase tickets at the door. Cost is $6.25 for adults and students without a UMD meal plan; $4 for children under 10; and $1.90 for students on a UMD residence hall meal plan. |
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| 1:00-2:30 | Autumn Luncheon (Seating II) Join us for a tasty taco buffet provided by UMD Catering. |
You can purchase tickets at the door. Cost is $6.25 for adults and students without a UMD meal plan; $4 for children under 10; and $1.90 for students on a UMD residence hall meal plan. |
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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. Bemidji State U.
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Tickets may also be purchased at the stadium prior to the game but at FULL PRICE! For Parent & Family Weekend the cost is:
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| 3:00-5:45 | North Shore Climbing Wall Gain some climbing skills while you experience the thrill of viewing the world 30 feet above ground! The climbing wall is located in the new Sports & Health fitness center.
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Fees will be collected at the Welcome Desk at SpHC.
Any children under 18 years of age will need a parent present to sign a liability waiver. |
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| 6pm-10:00 | 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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| 6:00 pm & 7:30 pm |
Planetarium Show Experience the "universe in 30 minutes", a humourous crash course in pretty much everything at UMD's MWAH Planetarium. |
Learn more about the MWA Planetarium.
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| 7:30pm | UMD Student Musical: SEUSSICAL The Musical The UMD Theatre program is housed within the School of Fine Arts. Seussical the Musical is a contemporary re-imagining of Dr. Seuss, weaving together many of his most famous stories and memorable characters in unexpected and enchanting ways. |
To purchase tickets: Online - at www.tickets.umn.edu Use promo code - UMDparents. Or contact the box office directly by calling 218-726-8561 or email sfatix@d.umn.edu. Mention Parents and Family Weekend and get $2 off!
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| 8:00-10:00pm | Dale K.: Comedy Hypnotist Don't miss this great show by Dale K! He creates shock waves of laughter as he turns audience members into the superstars of the show. This is not your typical hypnosis show! |
Admission is free, but seating is limited to ticket holders. Most tickets have been reserved, however, a few tickets may be available on Saturday morning at the resource fair.
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| 6pm-10:00 | 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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Sunday, October 26, 2008--Detailed Schedule and Info
9:30-11:45am Family Brunch
Kirby Ballroom
Brunch is served with a touch of elegance by UMD Catering.You may purchase tickets at the door.
Prices are as follows:Adults: $9.25
UMD student with meal plan: $4.65
UMD students without a meal plan: $9.25
Children: $5.2510:30 am Lutheran Worship Service
Rafters in Kirby Student Center10:30 am Catholic Mass
Kirby Student Center Lounge1:00pm Planetarium Show
Marshall W. Allworth Hall PlanetariumExperience the "universe in 30 minutes", a humourous crash course in pretty much everything at UMD's MWAH Planetarium.
Learn more about the MWA Planetarium.
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
3:00-5:00pm Fall Choral Concert
Weber Music HallEnjoy choral classics by the UMD Concert Chorale, University Singers and Chamber singers directed by Tina Thielen-Gaffey and Stanley R. Wold.
Seating is limited to 350 people. Purchase tickets at the Weber Music Hall Box Office. Call (218) 726-8877. Adults: $8
Seniors,Non-UMD Students:$7
Children (12 & under) $5
UMD Students: $36:00-10:00 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