2013 Alumni Calendar of Events

Celebrate your affiliation with WCSU by joining us for these amazing upcoming events taking place in 2013. For more information about these events or to RSVP, contact the WCSU Office of Alumni Relations at
(203) 837-8298. Check back often for updates.

Feb. 6 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
5 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
Feb. 22 College Night Out at the Danbury Whalers
7:30 p.m.
Danbury Ice Arena, 1 Independence Way, Danbury, CT 06810.
Join alumni and students from WCSU and local colleges and universities for a college night out at the Danbury Whalers. Discounted tickets available for this night only. Call (973) 713-7547 to reserve your tickets.
March 24 Alumni Trip: Mohonk Mountain House
Join WCSU alumni and friends for a day of fun and leisure at the enchanting Mohonk Mountain House, a timeless, classic choice of Hudson Valley Resorts. Transportation will depart WCSU's Midtown campus at 8 a.m. We will depart back to Danbury at 4 p.m. Cost is $102/person and includes roundtrip transportation, presentation on the history of Mohonk Mountain House, lunch, tax and tip. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP or complete the Mohonk Reservation Form.
April 3 WCSU Alumni Association Annual Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
April 5 National Association for Music Education (NAfME) Reception
6:15 to 7:45 p.m.
Riverside Lounge, Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, Conn.
Join fellow WCSU alumni, faculty, staff and students at a complimentary reception for those from Western attending the 53rd NAfME Eastern Division Biennial In-Service Conference. Reception sponsored by the WCSU Alumni Association. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
April 10-19 Alumni Travel: Romantic Rhine and Mosel River Cruise
Featuring 10 days in The Netherlands, Germany, France and Switzerland, this trip, sponsored by the WCSU Alumni Association and Mayflower Tours, includes airfare from NY, airport transfers when booked through Mayflower Tours, 22 meals, accommodations including seven nights aboard the Amadeus Princess, tour manager and $50 in Mayflower Money. Departure date: April 10. For more information or to book your reservation, contact Alumni Association travel representative Kay Schreiber ’79 at (203) 790-8342 or email kay.schreiber@sbcglobal.net.
April 12 A Night at the Opera: Dialogues of the Carmelites
Dinner: 5:30 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
Show: 8 p.m., Ives Concert Hall, White Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
Join alumni, faculty, staff, parents and friends for this popular WCSU event. Cost includes dinner and a ticket to the opera. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP or complete the Opera Reservation Form.
May 1 Alumni Nursing Society Reception
A complimentary reception for WCSU nursing alumni.
4 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus. Free.
May 2
 		Grad Salute (an event for WCSU's graduating students)
 3 to 7 p.m., Warner Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
Graduating students are invited to this event where they will have an opportunity to finalize their Commencement needs in one stop and pick up their pre-ordered academic regalia. Representatives will be on hand to assist students in making final graduation preparations. Complimentary food and fun activities will be available. Plus, enter to win a free custom WCSU diploma frame, gift certificate towards a class ring, WCSU apparel, door prizes and swag.
May 10 Graduate Commencement
 7 p.m.
Feldman Arena, O'Neill Convocation Center, WCSU Westside campus.
May 12 Undergraduate Commencement
 7 a.m. Commencement Breakfast, Grand Ballroom, Westside Campus Center, WCSU Westside campus.
9 a.m., academic dress & 10 a.m. academic procession, Feldman Arena, O'Neill Convocation Center, WCSU Westside campus. The ceremony will immediately follow.
Alumni are invited to participate in the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony by leading the graduate procession and welcoming the class of 2013 into the Alumni Association. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
June 2 Alumni Trip: Brunch 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. Sights will include the New York skyline, the New Jersey waterfront, the spectacular bridges, Ellis Island, Liberty Island, Governor's Island and an up close view of the majestic Statue of Liberty. The price of $110/person includes roundtrip transportation, cruise, brunch, tax and tip. Transportation will depart WCSU's Midtown campus at 9 a.m. The cruise will board at 11:30 a.m. and dock at around 2 p.m. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP or complete the Brunch Cruise Reservation Form.
June 5 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
June 13

 		Danbury Area WesterNetwork Alumni Reception
Join us for this alumni networking event and hear what's going on at your alma mater. Meet fellow WCSU alumni, faculty, academic deans and University President James W. Schmotter.
5  to 7 p.m., Two Steps Downtown Grille, 5 Ives St., Danbury. This event is free for all WCSU alumni. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be served. Each attendee will be provided with one free beverage. To RSVP, call (203) 837-8298.
July 21 New Milford Area Alumni-New Student Event
Join fellow alumni and new students attending WCSU this fall to a complimentary send-off event at Harrybrooke Park hosted by WestConn Sweethearts Amy (Tworek) '98 and Jason Davis '97.
1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Harrybrooke Park (Conn Pavilion), 64 Lanesville Rd., New Milford, Conn. To RSVP, call (203) 837-8298.
July 27 Alumni Trip: Woodbury Commons
Join alumni, faculty, staff and friends for a shopping trip to beat all shopping trips. Hop on board the bus bound for Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets. Once there, you are free to explore the 220 outlet stores at your leisure. Transportation will depart WCSU's Midtown campus at 8 a.m. We will depart back to Danbury at 6 p.m. Cost is $39/person and includes roundtrip transportation, tax and tip. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP or complete the Woodbury Commons Reservation Form.
Aug. 3 Alumni Trip: Alumni Family Day at Lake Compounce
Spend a fun-filled day with your family and fellow alumni at Lake Compounce in Bristol, Conn. Cost is $35/person (children 3 & under are free). Price includes admission, parking, all-you-can-eat lunch buffet, unlimited free soda, unlimited use of rides, shows and attractions (except the Skycoaster), unlimited access to Splash Harbor, and a complimentary return visit ticket. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP or complete the Lake Compounce Reservation Form.
Aug. 25 Entering the Gates Ceremony during New Student Orientation Welcome Week
12 p.m., Alumni Reception, Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
12 p.m., Alumni Legacy Photo, Old Main Front Steps, WCSU Midtown campus.
1:30 p.m., Ceremony, Midtown Gates, WCSU Midtown campus. A ceremony will follow immediately in the Quad.
Sept. 5 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
6 p.m.
Faculty Dining Room, Student Center, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
Sept. 22 Alumni Trip: San Gennaro Festival in NYC
Join alumni, faculty, staff and friends for a trip to the San Gennaro Festival in New York City. The 86th Annual Feast of San Gennaro takes place annually on the streets of historic Little Italy. Although this is an annual celebration of faith, the Feast of San Gennaro is known the world over for its festive atmosphere featuring 11 days of religious processions and colorful parades, free musical entertainment every day, a wide variety of ethnic food delicacies, charming restaurants and cafes and even a world-famous cannoli-eating competition! Transportation will depart WCSU's Midtown campus at 8:30 a.m. We will depart back to Danbury at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $45/person and includes roundtrip transportation, tax and tip. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP or complete the San Gennaro Reservation Form.
Sept. 26

 		Norwalk Area WesterNetwork Alumni Reception
Join us for this alumni networking event and hear what's going on at your alma mater. Meet fellow WCSU alumni, faculty, academic deans and University President James W. Schmotter.
5  to 7 p.m., The Loft, 97 Washington St. South Norwalk, CT.
This event is free for all WCSU alumni. Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be served. Each attendee will be provided with one free beverage. To RSVP, call (203) 837-8298.
Sept. 30 Alumni Association's 28th Annual Golf Tournament
10 a.m. shotgun start (scramble format)
Richter Park, 100 Aunt Hack Rd., Danbury, Conn.
Join us for a great day of golf while helping to raise money for WCSU student scholarships. All players welcomes. Sponsorship opportunities are also available and appreciated. Proceeds from the Alumni Association Golf Tournament fund WCSU student scholarships. For more information or to make a reservation, call the Alumni Office at (203) 837-8298 or e-mail alumni@wcsu.edu.
Oct. 2 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
October 18 WCSU Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner & Ceremony
5:30 p.m., Westside Campus Center Grand Ballroom, WCSU Westside Campus. Cost.
October 19
 Homecoming Day 2013
Save the date for a day filled with fun for the whole family. For a full list of Homecoming activities, visit www.wcsu.edu/homecoming.

Homecoming Breakfast
10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Westside Campus Center Ballroom, WCSU Westside campus. Cost.

Men's Soccer vs. Southern Maine
11 a.m., Westside Athletic Stadium, WCSU Westside campus. Free.

Volleyball Matches
11 a.m./1 p.m./3 p.m. Feldman Arena, O'Neill Center, WCSU Westside campus. Free.

Homecoming Tailgate Party
12 p.m., Westside Campus Center Parking Lot, WCSU Westside campus. Cost.

Women's Tennis Vs. Rhode Island College
1 p.m., Tennis Courts, WCSU Westside campus. Free.

Alumni Hospitality Tent
2 to 5 p.m., across from the Westside Athletic Stadium, WCSU Westside campus. Admission is free. Beverage tickets for sale inside tent.

Street Fair
 2 to 5 p.m., across from the Westside Athletic Stadium, WCSU Westside campus.

Homecoming BBQ
2 to 6 p.m., WCSU Westside campus. Cost.

WCSU Football vs. Fitchburg State
5 p.m., Westside Athletic Stadium, WCSU Westside campus. Cost.

Class of 1963 Golden Reunion Celebration
Take a trip down memory lane with the class of 1963 as they celebrate their 50th class reunion. Cost.
Jan. 15 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
March 5 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
April 2 WCSU Alumni Association Annual Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.
June 4 WCSU Alumni Association Meeting
6 p.m.
Alumni Hall, WCSU Midtown campus.
All alumni welcome. Call (203) 837-8298 to RSVP.


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