What is Alumni Weekend?
Alumni Weekend is the largest Unity College alumni event held each year. Alumni Weekends are about reconnecting, reminiscing and visiting old friends.
When is the next Unity College Alumni Weekend?
Alumni Weekend 2010 is September 24-26, 2010. The weekend always falls on the third weekend after Labor Day.
What is there to do during Alumni Weekend?
Alumni Weekend includes many different events. You can participate in some or all -- it's up to you. See the schedule for more information. Among the weekend activities and programs are the following:
- Campus tours, featuring the new and renovated buildings on campus.
- Saturday night entertainment
- Receptions and dinners with classmates
- Outdoor activities
Are partners and children invited?
Absolutely! We encourage returning alumni to bring their entire families. All activities and programs are open to anyone who is on campus for the weekend. See the family link for more information.
Where will I stay?
Relive your Unity experience by staying in one of the designated tenting areas. A quiet/family tenting area will also be available. Directional signs will be on campus.
Is parking available on campus?
Parking is available, but is limited due to students and their families’ vehicles.
Where do alumni go when they arrive on campus?
Your first stop should be the Alumni Welcome Area, indicated by directional signs. Upon arrival, alumni check in, receive a packet with maps, weekend schedules, and other information.
Can I attend for a part of the weekend?
Yes. Whenever you can arrive on campus, please visit the Alumni Welcome Center.
Can I come if I didn't pre-register?
Yes, although alumni are strongly encouraged to register in advance when tenting on campus. Some events are registration-only-events so please carefully review each event description.
How much does Alumni Weekend cost?
Most events are free. There may be limited fees and costs. Most costs occur for meals in the Dining Center or in the Student Activities Center.
How do I register?
You can register online or by contacting Kate Grenier at 207.948.3131 ext. 301 or kgrenier@unity.edu. You can also register on-site, but please note that events may be filled to capacity if you wait to register.
Will I be able to use the gym or other facilities?
Unity College’s gym and fields will be open to alumni however, be advised that they are used for College sport events on Saturday and will be closed for public use for several hours. The Field of Dreams is available for public and alumni use. It is located in the town of Unity, just beyond the railroad tracks on Rt. 202. The Field of Dreams has softball and soccer fields, tennis and basketball courts, and foot paths.
Will the Bookstore be open?
The bookstore will be open from 10-4 pm on Friday and Saturday. There are many items with the new logo. The bookstore also has a limited number of advance Common Ground Fair tickets.
I have other questions about the weekend.
For more information, please call the Office of Alumni Relations at 207.948.3131 ext. 301 or email Kate Grenier atkgrenier@unity.edu.
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