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Parents & Family Weekend
Parents & Family Weekend 2007 Schedule
Information and Event Descriptions
Ticket Pick Up: Tickets will be available for pick-up by your son/daughter on Tuesday, October 23 through Friday, October 26 from 8:30am until 4:30 pm in Solon Campus Center Room 60. Tickets not picked up at that time will be available Friday until 6:00 pm at Solon Campus Center room 60 or on Saturday morning at the Resource Fair/ Continental Brunch in Kirby Ballroom.
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. Any payment questions, contact Rose Hallgren in the First-Year Experience Office at 218-726-8755.
| 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 lower level of the new Sports & Health fitness center.
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12 people per hour may climb the wall 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. |
The Vista Cruise is sold out! Sorry! 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: Urinetown The UMD Theatre program is housed within the School of Fine Arts. The award-winning satirical musical comedy Urinetown pokes fun at local government, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement, and petty-minded, small-town politics. |
To purchase tickets, please 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: Transformers For family fun, see Transformers. 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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| 10:00 | 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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| 9:00-11:00 am | Solon Campus Center Open House You are invited to visit with staff from the Admissions Office, Career Services, Supportive Services Program, Tutoring Center and First-Year Experience and Students in Transition Office in the newly-remodeled Solon Campus Center. |
Free! | |
10:30- 11:30 |
Workshops for Parents (Session I)
Locations will be available the day of the workshops. |
Academic Success: How can parents best support their students with the challenges that go along with being a college student? Find out by joining Jackie Millslagle, Associal Dean for the College of Education and Human Service Professions. 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! Parent Panel: Connect with a panel of parents who will provide you with real, honest answers about how to best support your student through the college years. Moderated by Vince Repesh, UMD Parent Coordinator, you will learn about what worked and did not work for them! You Want to Major in WHAT?!: Learn the latest about choosing a major and career options from Sonja Olsen of UMD Career Services. Recieve tips to help your student explore internships, search the job market and land a job. 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 Susan Darge, Director of Student Affairs, College of Education and Human Service Professions. Study Aboad: What better time to see the world than when going to school! Join the International Education Office to learn about study abroad opportunities. Hear first-hand from Carol Threinen, Senior Administive Director of UMD's International Educuation Deparmentment. Straight Talk: Join Lauretta Perry, Chemical Health Educator at UMD, as she speaks openly and answers your questions about everything from homesickness to alcohol. |
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11:00-12:30 |
Workshops for Parents (Session II)
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12:30-1:15 |
Workshops for Parents (Session III)
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| 11:00-12:30 | Hawk Ridge Hike Join the Outdoor Program Staff 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 Bill Shipley: A Retrospective View |
All exhibits are free at the Tweed Museum. Other exhibits include:
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| 1:00 pm | UMD Football vs. Univ. of North Dakota
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Tickets may be purchased at the stadium prior to the game. 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 lower level of the new Sports & Health fitness center.
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12 people per hour may climb the wall 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 | 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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| 7:30 | UMD Student Musical: Urinetown The UMD Theatre program is housed within the School of Fine Arts. The award-winning satirical musical comedy Urinetown pokes fun at local government, bureaucracy, corporate mismanagement, and petty-minded, small-town politics. |
To purchase tickets, please 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! Cost is:
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| 8:00-10:00 | 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 28, 2007--Detailed Schedule and Info
9:30-12:00 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
UMD student with meal plan: $4.65
UMD students without a meal plan: $9
Children: $510:30 am Lutheran Worship Service
Rafters in Kirby Student Center10:30 am Catholic Mass
Kirby Student Center Lounge1:00 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.
SOLD OUT.1:00-5:00 Art Showcase
Tweed Museum of ArtBill Shipley: A Retrospective View
Bill Shipley is a native of the region, a UMD alumnus and a dedicated Tweed volunteer who returned to Duluth after living and teaching in New York City for 35 years. This exhibition brings together his current and sensitive landscape abstractions with earlier works from throughout his career.All exhibits are free at the Tweed Museum. Other exhibits include:
Unsoiled : Nature/Culture Themes in Clay. Guest curated by James Klueg, Professor, UMD Art & Design.
Archetypes & Armatures: Sculpture & Drawings by John V. Orth.
3:00-5:00 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: $6
Seniors: $5
UMD Students: $36pm-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: $7
Children 12 & under: $5
For more information, go to: http://www.williamairvin.com/Ghouls.htm8:00 pm Catholic Mass
Kirby Student Center LoungeOther things to do and see..
- Glensheen Mansion Tour
- UMD Stores
- Plaza Food Court
- Your Students Dorm Room and/or Apartment!!!