Dear Fellow Graduate Emeritus,
Can it be that it has been 50 years since you graduated from
West Virginia University? For many of us, it seems like yesterday.
You are part of a special group. You share unique perspectives
and strong ties to your alma mater. Your University is proud of
all you have done to support the institution over the years. To
celebrate your legacy, we are inviting you to return “home” to
WVU for our 2015 Graduate Emeritus Reunion (June 4-6).
This year we will honor and celebrate alumni who have
graduated 50 or more years ago, including members of the
Class of 1965 and graduates prior to 1965. We have an exciting
program planned. You can enjoy golf, tennis and fitness center
activities at the fabulous Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa. Others may
attend various alumni-related events on campus that weekend,
including the Order of Vandalia Ceremony/Alumni Luncheon.
We have put together outstanding presentations from various
units on campus to bring you up to date on academic and
athletic programs, campus improvements, student life and more.
Attendees will have the opportunity to take a bus tour of the
WVU campus to see the amazing changes that have taken place
during the past 50 years, including several stops along the way.
Many of you will have opportunities to reconnect with your
college/school during special activities some have planned.
The weekend will end with a formal celebration of our 50+
year graduates during our induction ceremony on Saturday
evening. This will be followed by dinner and a dessert reception
hosted by the WVU Foundation.
Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa has provided great room rates
and terrific facilities for us to use. This weekend is all about you.
Plan to join our 50+ year graduates for this great reunion, and
ask your classmates to join us! If you need additional information,
call 304-293-4731.
In Mountaineer Spirit,
Ann Wallace Strader
Class of 1962
President, Graduates Emeritus
P. S. All graduates of 50+ years are welcome! Even if you
attended your class reunion or have already been inducted, come
back and join us! Learn more at emeritus.wvu.edu.
Graduate Emeritus Weekend
Schedule of Events
Thursday, June 4
9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Registration - Lakeview
Stop by the Graduate Emeritus welcome table
to pick up your registration packet and learn
Stop by the Graduate Emeritus welcome table
more about the activities taking place as part of
to pick up your registration packet and learn
the weekend. Fellow emeritus graduates will be
more about the activities taking place as part of on hand to greet guests.
the weekend. Fellow emeritus graduates will be
on hand to greet guests.
6-8 p.m. | Registration & Welcome - Lakeview
8 p.m. | Lakeview Lounge or Hospitality Suite
Catch up with your classmates and old
friends at the Lakeview Lounge or stop by
the Graduate Emeritus Hospitality Suite for a
drink/snack.
Friday, June 5
7:30-9:30 a.m. | Continental breakfast Lakeview
Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast with
fresh coffee, pastries, fruit and other items.
Educational Sessions
9 a.m.-2 p.m. | College Visits (TBD)
Several of the colleges/schools on campus have
planned time for you to visit with them at
their designated locations. (Transportation not
provided.)
Noon | Lunch or College Visits (On your own
or as scheduled)
2:30-3:30 p.m. | A Bustling Campus: New
Construction and Facility Updates Improving
Campus Life - Lakeview
Join Randy Hudak, Associate VP of Facilities
& Services, and Robert A. Moyer, Director
of Facilities, Planning and Scheduling, as
they guide you through the ever growing and
Graduates emeritus are invited to join fellow
changing WVU Campus. In this session, you
Mountaineers for a round of golf on the
beautiful Mountainview Course. The cost is $45 will hear about new construction, see some of
the changes made to improve the campus and
and includes greens fees/cart. Please register
find out more about WVU’s Master Plan for
by May 7, 2015. (See registration form.)
the University.
8:00 a.m. | Golf Outing - Mountainview
Course
3:30-4:30 p.m. | WVU Athletics & the
Institution – Lakeview
WVU Athletics boasts 16 teams ranging
from football and baseball to soccer and golf,
followed by one of the nation’s most active fan
bases. John Antonik, Director of Digital Media
for WVU Athletics, will highlight WVU’s
program and the effect of athletics on the
institution.
4:30-6 p.m. | “Rap Sessions” - Lakeview
Join fellow attendees as you take a walk down
memory lane, reminiscing with friends and
fellow graduates emeritus. Share your favorite
stories of all of your old haunts, favorite spots
on campus, classes, and more. Or, enjoy some
free time on your own, exploring Lakeview,
catching up on email or taking a cat nap.
6-8 p.m. | Back to School Dinner Party Lakeview
We’ll wrap up Friday night’s activities with
great food and music for all attendees.
9 p.m. | Lakeview Lounge or Hospitality Suite
Catch up with your classmates and old
friends at the Lakeview Lounge or stop by the
Graduate Emeritus Hospitality Suite for a night
cap/snack.
Hotel Accommodations
We have once again partnered with
Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa to offer a great
rate ($62/night) for our Graduates Emeritus.
Most of our events will take place at the
resort (unless noted otherwise). Lakeview
offers wonderful amenities, including golf,
swimming, hiking and other activities.
Located just off of Interstate-68. To receive
this great rate, make your reservations by
May 5, 2015, by calling 1-800-624-8300
(mention WVU Emeritus Weekend).
Visit emeritus.wvu.edu for more information.
Schedule of Events (continued)
Saturday, June 6
7:30-9:30 a.m. | Continental breakfast Lakeview
Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast with
fresh coffee, pastries, fruit and other items.
8:30-11:30 a.m. | Registration - Lakeview
Stop by the Graduate Emeritus welcome table
to pick up your registration packet and learn
more about the activities taking place as part
of the weekend. Fellow emeritus graduates
will be on hand to greet guests.
9:30-10:30 a.m. | Who Are They? Student
Life on WVU’s Campus: What’s it all about? Lakeview
Being a student at West Virginia University
in the 2000s is vastly different than it was in
the 1960s. As student needs have changed, so
has the focus of the University in helping to
meet the needs of this new generation. Join
Dean of Students Corey Farris as he walks you
through life as a student at WVU in 2015. In
this session you will hear about the unique
learning opportunities, new housing options
and student programs aimed at enhancing the
WVU experience.
10-11 a.m. | WVU Alumni Association Annual
Meeting (Optional) - Erickson Alumni Center
Alumni and friends are welcome to attend the
WVU Alumni Association’s Annual Meeting
at The Erickson Alumni Center. The meeting
is held each year to recap the year’s activities,
showcase success stories and approve new board
members.
10:30-11:30 a.m. | WVU’s Energy Institute:
Harnessing the Power of Energy-Related
Research - Lakeview
The WVU Energy Institute is a powerful
network of expertise in energy research and
education. Join the Institute’s director, Dr. Brian
Anderson who is the GE Plastics Material
Engineering Professor of Chemical Engineering
and a top energy researcher, as he walks you
through WVU’s efforts to collaborate and
partner with researchers on and off campus to
identify problems and solutions to energy issues.
10:30-11:30 a.m. | Order of Vandalia Luncheon
- The Erickson Alumni Center (Optional)
Join us in honoring this year’s inductees for their
outstanding service to WVU. (Space is limited
and RSVP required. Please contact Frankie
Sines – 304.293.0977 – for more information.)
Cost is $25/person.
Schedule of Events (continued)
12:30 or 1 p.m. | Campus Tours (Lunch
provided)
6:30-8:30 p.m. | Graduates Emeritus
Induction Ceremony and Dinner - Lakeview
If you haven’t been back to campus in a few
years, you will be amazed at the changing
landscape of West Virginia University.
Hundreds of millions of dollars in renovations
and new construction is currently underway,
building new opportunities for students and
alumni of WVU. We also will provide box
lunches for everyone participating in the tour.
Celebrate the Class of 1965 and other eligible
graduates emeritus during our special
induction ceremony and dinner.
4:30-6:30 p.m. | Registration – Lakeview
9:30 p.m. | Lakeview Lounge or Hospitality
Suite
If you’re just getting in, stop by the Graduate
Emeritus welcome table outside of the
ballrooms to pick up your registration packet.
Fellow emeritus graduates will be on hand to
greet guests.
9-9:30 p.m. | Dessert Reception – Lakeview
Make sure you save room for dessert! The
WVU Foundation will host guests for a
reception filled with sweets and treats.
Cap off the weekend reminiscing with
classmates and old friends at the Lakeview
Lounge or stop by the Graduate Emeritus
Hospitality Suite for a night cap/snack.
Share Your Photo!
Do you have a great photo of you during your
time at WVU? Share it with us! Send your photo
to [email protected], and we’ll share as part
of Graduate Emeritus Weekend 2015.
If you have any questions, contact us at 304.293.4731, or visit emeritus.wvu.edu for more information.