2009 Calendar of Events

For more information on these events or to R.S.V.P., contact the Alumni Office at
203-837-8298.  Check back often for additions and updates to the alumni events calendar.

January 25 Bonita Springs, FL Alumni Reception
Florida alumni are invited to a complimentary lunch to hear about developments, news and updates from WestConn.
11:30 a.m., Tanglewood Restaurant in the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, 5001 Coconut Rd. Bonita Springs, Fla.
February 28 WXCI 36th Anniversary Alumni Broadcast
WXCI alumni will return to campus in one-hour shifts to broadcast material from their time at WestConn.
Noon to midnight, WXCI, Midtown Student Center, WCSU Midtown campus.
April 1 WCSU Alumni Association Annual Meeting
6 p.m., Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus
April 2 Alumni Reception at Cartus
A complimentary lunch for WestConn alumni employed at Cartus.
12 p.m., Conference Center, Cartus, Danbury, Conn.
April 3 CMEA Music Reception
A complimentary reception for alumni attending the 64th annual CMEA In-Service Conference and All State Music Festival.
6 p.m., Riverside Lounge, Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, Conn.
April 5-11 Alumni Trip: Southern Charm
Inhale the charming landscapes, traditional cuisine and historical landmarks of the south. Highlights include Historic Charleston • Boone Hall Plantation • Beaufort • Savannah • Factors Walk • Jekyll Island • St. Simons Island
April 18 Social Work Alumni Reception
6 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus. $10/person. For questions or to R.S.V.P., e-mail mconderino@yahoo.com.
April 20 Alumni Association Scholarship Dinner
A complimentary dinner for the 2009 Alumni Association Scholarship recipients and their families.
5:30 p.m., Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus
May 2 University Ball
Join us for an evening of dancing and celebration.
7 p.m., Feldman Arena, O'Neill Convocation Center, WCSU Westside campus. Black Tie, $200/person
May 6 Alumni Nursing Society Reception
A complimentary reception for WCSU nursing alumni.
4:30 p.m., Westside Campus Center Ballroom, WCSU Westside campus.
May 7 Midtown Coffeehouse
Join members of the university community for this favorite WestConn pastime featuring WCSU alumna Brianne Chasanoff '03.
8 p.m. open mic, 9 p.m. performance, Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
May 22-24
 		Alumni Spring Weekend
Join fellow WestConn alumni and friends for Alumni Spring Weekend this May. Festivities begin on Friday, May 22, and end Sunday, May 24, with volunteer opportunities available for alumni on both days. Gather the family together and spend the day on campus on Saturday, May 23, for Alumni Family Day filled with food, entertainment and fun for the whole family.
May 22 Graduate Commencement
 7 p.m., Feldman Arena, O'Neill Convocation Center, WCSU Westside campus
May 24 Undergraduate Commencement
 Alumni are invited to participate in the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony by leading the graduate procession and welcoming the class of 2009 into the Alumni Association.
9 a.m., academic dress & 10 a.m. academic procession, Feldman Arena, O'Neill Convocation Center, WCSU Westside campus. The ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m.
June 9 CPA Workshops
Alumni are invited to attend complimentary CPA workshops for free CPE credits:

"Creative Solutions for Today’s Successful Business Owners" 
9 to 11 a.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus

"Evaluating Market Cycles in a Volatile Economy" 
11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus
June 11 CPA Workshop
Alumni are invited to attend complimentary CPA workshops for free CPE credits:

"Bringing Certainty to Business Owners in an Uncertain World" 
12 to 2 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus
June 17 Alumni Day at Yankees Stadium
Join alumni and friends for a day at the New York Yankees brand new ballpark as the Yanks take on the Washington Nationals. $99/person. Price includes admission and transportation. Bus will depart WCSU's Midtown campus at 3 p.m. Game begins at 7:05 p.m.
July 26 3rd Annual New Milford Alumni BBQ
Join fellow alumni and new students attending WestConn in the fall to a complimentary barbecue at the home of WestConn Sweethearts Tammy (Hammershoy) '97 and Todd McInerney '97.
2 p.m. to 4 p.m., 33 Sterling Dr., New Milford, Conn.
August 8 Alumni Family Day at Lake Compounce
Spend a fun-filled day with your family and fellow alumni at Lake Compounce in Bristol, Conn.
Cost: $30 per person (children 3 & under are free)
August 9 New Fairfield Alumni Reception
Join fellow alumni and new students attending WestConn in the fall to a complimentary reception at the home of Helen Curtin '07.
3 p.m. to 5 p.m., 16 Carriage Ln., New Fairfield, Conn.
August 23 Alumni Day at Citi Field
Join alumni and friends for a day at Citi Field, the New York Mets brand new ballpark, where the Mets will play the Phillies. $95/person. Price includes admission and transportation. Bus will depart WCSU's Midtown campus at 9:45 a.m.. Game begins at 1:10 p.m.
August 28 Entering the Gates Ceremony during New Student Orientation Welcome Week
11:30 a.m., Alumni Reception, Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
1 p.m., Ceremony, Midtown Gates, WCSU Midtown campus. A ceremony will follow immediately in the Quad.
September 13 Cruise Around The Big Apple
Join us for a brunch cruise aboard World Yacht, New York's premier dining cruise line and take in the spectacular views of NYC.
11a.m., Pier 81 West 41st St., New York, N.Y.
$89/person or $109 with transportation
September 18 13th Annual Golden Circle Luncheon
12 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus. $35/person.
September 28 25th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament
Join us for a great day of golf while helping to raise money for WCSU student scholarships.
10 a.m. shotgun start (scramble format), Richter Park, 100 Aunt Hack Rd., Danbury, Conn.
October 2-3 WCSU 1969 Football Team's 40th Reunion
The 1969 WCSU Football Team will celebrate their 30th anniversary as the first football team to have represented WestConn in intercollegiate play.
October 10 Culinary Delights: Bus Trip to Culinary Institute of America
Treat your pallet to the culinary arts on our third annual trip to the CIA, the world's premier culinary college. Join fellow alumni for lunch at the American Bounty Restaurant, which features regional specialties prepared with ingredients harvested from the riches of the Hudson River Valley.
$79/person (includes lunch, gratuity and transportation via motor coach). For more information or to make a reservation, call (203) 837-8298.
October 23 Hall of Fame Dinner & Ceremony
5:30 p.m., Westside Campus Center Grand Ballroom, WCSU Westside Campus. Cost.
October 24 Homecoming Day 2009
Save the date for a day filled with fun for the whole family.
October 24 Class of 1979 30th Reunion
Join the class of 1979 for a cocktail hour reception in celebration of their 30th class reunion.
5 p.m., The Club, Westside Campus Center, WCSU Westside campus. Cost. For more info or to make a reservation, call (203) 837-8298.
October 24 Class of 1959 50th Reunion
Take a trip down memory lane with the class of 1959 as they celebrate their 50th class reunion.
6 p.m. cocktail hour/7 p.m. dinner, Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus. Cost. For more info or to make a reservation, call (203) 837-8298.
October 24 Class of 1969 40th Reunion
Join the class of 1969 for their 40th class reunion on Homecoming day.
6:30 p.m. cocktail hour/7:30 p.m. dinner, Westside Classroom Buidling Room 218, WCSU Westside campus. Cost. For more info or to make a reservation, call (203) 837-8298.
October 24 Classes of 1988/89/90 20th Reunion
Are you a member of the class of 1988, 1989 or 1990? These classes will be co-hosting their class reunions on Homecoming day.
6:30 p.m. cocktail hour/7:30 p.m. dinner, Westside Campus Center Ballroom, WCSU Westside campus. Cost. For more info or to make a reservation, call (203) 837-8298.For more info, e-mail Christine Damato at westconnreunion@gmail.com or visit their Facebook page.
November 6 Alumni Dinner Theatre: "City of Angels"
Dinner: 5:30 p.m., Warner Hall
Show: 8 p.m., Berkshire Theatre
WCSU Midtown campus
December 5 Radio City Bus Trip


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