November 8 - 10, 2013
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Message from the Alumni Association President Come celebrate with us at Homecoming and Alumni Reunion weekend November 8-10, 2013! Recapture all the excitement of your Winthrop Experience! From class reunions to tailgating and all the food, fun and fellowship you can imagine; every moment will be filled with Winthrop pride. Take a stroll down Scholars Walk and enjoy the timeless beauty of our campus, or join us for lunch in historic McBryde Hall as we honor our Alumni Award recipients. Drop by the Alumni Happy Hour to reminisce and mingle with friends before making your own red carpet appearance at the Hollywood-themed Homecoming party! Bring the whole family, and let your future Winthrop Eagles enjoy the Kids’ Zone at the Winthrop Coliseum. You’ll find something for everyone in this brochure. Make plans today to join me at Homecoming and Alumni Reunion 2013! Garnet and Gold Forever!
Nancy A. Donnelly ’77 Alumni Association President
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Schedule of Events
Schedule subject to change. For an up-to-date schedule visit www.winthropalumni.com/homecoming
Friday, November 8 All Day 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 1 – 4 p.m. 1 – 5 p.m. 1 – 5 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 – 9 p.m. 7:30 – 9 p.m. 8 p.m. 9 p.m.
Garnet & Gold Friday; Campus wide. Express your Winthrop pride – wear garnet and gold! Foundations Exhibition– Freshmen student art; Lewandowski Student Gallery, McLaurin Hall Faculty Exhibition– Winthrop fine arts faculty art; Rutledge Gallery, Rutledge Hall Reunion Check-In; Tillman Hall Lobby (Classes of ’38, ’43, ’48, ’53, ’58, ’63, ’68, ’73 & ’78) Trolley Tours of Campus; In front of Tillman Hall Memorabilia Display; Tillman Hall, Room 206 – The Morgan-Holcombe Alumni Center Class of 1953 60th Reunion; Polly Ford Conference Room, West Center Class of 1958 55th Reunion; The Shack Class of 1963 Wine & Cheese Reception; Vera Gruber Batten Dining Room, McBryde Hall Class of 1948 65th Reunion; Macfeat House Class of 1968 45th Reunion; The Olde Stone House Class of 1978 35th Reunion; White Horse Restaurant, Rock Hill Women’s Volleyball vs. Gardner-Webb; Winthrop Coliseum – Call 803/323-2345 for ticket information. Class of 1963 50th Reunion; Tuttle Dining Room, McBryde Hall Class of 1973 40th Reunion; Michael’s Rock Hill Grille, Rock Hill Alumni Happy Hour; McElveen Rotunda, DiGiorgio Campus Center Sorors Initiates of Xi Beta Drop-In; McElveen Rotunda, DiGiorgio Campus Center – Contact xibetainitiatedsorors@hotmail.com to register. Winthrop Dance Theatre Concert; Johnson Theatre – Call 803/323-4014 for ticket information. Homecoming Party; Richardson Ballroom, DiGiorgio Campus Center
Saturday, November 9
8 – 9:30 a.m. Reunion Check-In; Tillman Hall Lobby (Classes of ’38, ’43, ’48, ’53, ’58, ’63, ’68, ’73 & ’78) 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Trolley Tours of Campus; In front of Tillman Hall 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Memorabilia Display; Tillman Hall, Room 206 – The Morgan-Holcombe Alumni Center 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Foundations Exhibition – Freshmen student art; Lewandowski Student Gallery, McLaurin Hall 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Faculty Exhibition – Winthrop fine arts faculty art; Rutledge Gallery, Rutledge Hall 9:30 – 11 a.m. Men’s Tennis Alumni Match; Memorial Courts, Tennis Complex – Register at Stubbsa@winthrop.edu 10 a.m. Build-A-Legacy Guided Campus Tour; Joynes Hall – Call 803/323-2191 to register. 10 a.m. Sociology and Anthropology Alumni Breakfast; Kinard Hall 10 a.m. – Noon Climbing Wall, West Center – Call 803/323-2652 for more information. 11 a.m. Alumni Awards Ceremony and Luncheon; Batten Dining Room, McBryde Hall Noon – 4 p.m. Tailgating; South Lawn, Coliseum Noon – 4 p.m. IMC and Mass Communication Tailgating; Southwest parking lot, Coliseum 1 p.m. Women’s Volleyball vs. UNC Asheville; Coliseum – Call 803/323-2345 for ticket information. 4 p.m. Men’s Basketball vs. Roanoke College; Coliseum – Call 803/323-2345 for ticket information. 8 p.m. Winthrop Dance Theatre Concert; Johnson Theatre – Call 803/323-4014 for time and ticket information. 8 p.m. NPHC Step Show; Byrnes Auditorium – Contact ofsa@winthrop.edu for time and ticket information.
Sunday, November 10 2 p.m.
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Women’s Basketball vs. College of Charleston; Coliseum – Call 803/323-2345 for ticket information. For events requiring registration, a form is located at the back of this brochure. Or, register online at www.winthropalumni.com/homecoming. Individual class reunion registration procedures are outlined in class letters located in the front of this brochure.
Signature Events Friday
Saturday
Alumni Groups
The Golden Girls!
Alumni Awards Ceremony & Luncheon
IMC & Mass Communication
(Open to the class of 1963 members and their guests) The Winthrop Class of 1963 celebrates 50 years since graduation with a wine and cheese reception followed by their reunion dinner and program. 6 p.m.; McBryde Hall; $50
Alumni Happy Hour
Mingle with fellow alumni of all ages and reminisce. Classes of ’83, ’88, ’93, ’98, ’03, and ’08 receive a milestone gift. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine. 7:30 p.m.; McElveen Rotunda, DiGiorgio Campus Center; $15
Homecoming Party
Join students, alumni, faculty and staff for the party of the weekend! Music, photo booth, caricature artist, food and cash bar! 9 p.m.; Richardson Ballroom, DiGiorgio Campus Center
Join us for lunch as we honor the Golden Girls of the Winthrop Class of 1963 and other exemplary alumni. 11 a.m.; Batten Dining Room, McBryde Hall; $15
Tailgate
Bring a blanket or pitch your tent and enjoy music, food and fun before the basketball game! Stop by the Alumni tent to enjoy Chick-Fil-A sandwiches provided by Chick-Fil-A and the Winthrop Alumni Association. Head over to the Kids’ Zone to find games, activities and bouncy houses provided by Baptist Campus Ministries. Noon – 4 p.m.; South Lawn of the Coliseum
Men’s Basketball Game
You won’t want to miss this season’s opener against the Roanoke College Maroons. Come out and tip-off the season, cheering the Eagles on to a win! 4 p.m.; Coliseum; call 803/323-2345 for ticket information.
Calling all IMC and Mass Communication alums! Stop by the IMC/Mass Communication tent in the west parking lot of the Coliseum. Enjoy a snack, visit and network with faculty and other alums. Saturday, Noon; Coliseum
Men’s Tennis If you were on the men’s tennis team during your time at Winthrop, please join us for the Men’s Tennis Alumni Match. You can play or cheer on your favorites! Contact Andrew Stubbs at stubbsa@winthrop.edu to register. Saturday, 10:30 a.m.; Memorial Tennis Courts
Sociology & Anthropology Join fellow Sociology and Anthropology alums and faculty for catching up and networking at a continental breakfast. Saturday, 10 a.m.; Kinard Hall
Sorors Initiates of Xi Beta
Reconnect with your sisters from Xi Beta at the Alumni Happy Hour. Contact xibetainitiatedsorors@hotmail.com to register. Friday, 7:30 p.m.; McElveen Rotunda, DiGiorgio Campus Center
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Alumni Award Winners
To recognize accomplished alumni achievement, Winthrop proudly presents the 2012 Alumni Award winners.
MARY MILDRED SULLIVAN AWARD This award recognizes an alumna for selfless dedication of time, energy and talent in service to others. RECIPIENT: Martha “Marty” Callahan Grigsby ’63, Clemson, S.C.
ALGERNON SYDNEY SULLIVAN AWARD This award recognizes an alumnus for selfless dedication of time, energy and talent in service to others. RECIPIENT: John “Johnny” M. Deal ’84, Camden, S.C.
ALUMNI PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD This award is presented to an alum who has made significant contributions to his/her professional field while exemplifying high moral and business ethics.
Leave Your Mark or Take History Home with You! Once again Winthrop reunion classes are participating in the Come Back, Give Back Challenge in support of the Winthrop Fund. This challenge began on January 1, 2013 and will run until November 8, 2013. At the Alumni Awards Luncheon on Saturday, November 9, the reunion classes with the highest level of participation and the highest collective gift amount will each receive an award commemorating their achievement. To date, the reunion class with the greatest participation is 1973, and the class with the largest gift is 1968.
RECIPIENT: Delores Johnson Hurt ’68, Charlotte, N.C.
ALUMNI DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD This award is presented to an alum who has made significant contributions to the quality of life in his/her community, to the development of overall values and morals within others, and shall be an outstanding citizen in his/her own right. Recipient shall be a dedicated alumna/us who supports the growth and development of Winthrop University through his/her service to and/or support of programs and objectives established by the university. RECIPIENT: Kristen Gebhart Magee ’95, Simpsonville, S.C.
OUTSTANDING YOUNG ALUMNI AWARD This award is presented to an alum who is 35 or younger. The award shall recognize a former Winthrop student whose service to the university, service to the community and professional achievements have reflected positively on all alumni and the university. RECIPIENT: Christopher Lee Bennett ’09, Chapel Hill, N.C.
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Order a brick by September 15 or a PO Box by October 30 and you’ll mark your spot in Winthrop history and support the Winthrop Fund. Personalized bricks can be purchased for $100 and original Dinkins PO Boxes are available for $125. While on campus for Homecoming and Alumni Weekend you can view your brick on Scholars Walk or take home your PO Box. These gifts are tax deductible and a great way to commemorate your days at Winthrop. For more information, contact Afri Carlos at 803/323-4874 or carlosa@winthrop.edu.
2013 Winthrop Alumni Reunion REGISTRATION FORM ATTENDEE INFORMATION Please print your name and information clearly in the space provided below. First name___________________________________ Middle name__________________________ Last name___________________________________ Maiden name___________________________________________________________________________ Winthrop class year_____________________ Print your name as it should appear on your name tag___________________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________ City______________________________ State_______________ ZIP code___________________ Home phone_________________________________________ Mobile phone_____________________________________________________________ Preferred e-mail________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Employer_____________________________________________________________________ Job title_________________________________________ Employer address_________________________________________ City_____________________________________________ State_______________
Cut along dotted line, letter fold and place into an envelope along with remittance.
Employer ZIP code___________________________________________________ Work phone______________________________________________
GUEST INFORMATION Please print the name of your spouse and/or guests clearly below. First name________________________________ Maiden name_______________________________ Last name________________________________ City_____________________________________________ State_____________________ Winthrop class year (if applicable)____________________
First name________________________________ Maiden name_______________________________ Last name________________________________ City_____________________________________________ State_____________________ Winthrop class year (if applicable)____________________
EVENT REGISTRATION Number Attending Total Class of 1963 50th Reunion PRICE 50th reunion weekend package $50 per person __________ = __________ Class of 1963 dinner guest $30 per person __________ = __________ Mini-Tatler only-I cannot attend $15 per book __________ = __________ 50th reunion package includes the Awards Ceremony, class photo, 50th class reception and dinner, charm, souvenir gifts, and a copy of the Mini-Tatler. See class letter for details. Class Reunion Packages Reunion weekend package for ’38, ’43, ’48, ’53, ’58, ’68, ’73, ’78. $30 per person __________ = __________ Reunion weekend package includes the Alumni Awards Ceremony, class photo, and souvenir gifts, but excludes class parties. See class letter for details. À la Carte Reunion Events Friday, November 9 Alumni Happy Hour for ’83, ’88, ’93, ’98, ’03, ’08. $15 per person __________ = __________ All classes welcome. Includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine. Souvenir gifts for graduates of ’83, ’88, ’93, ’98, ’03 and 08. Saturday, November 9 Alumni Awards Ceremony and Luncheon $15 per person __________ = __________ SUBTOTAL __________ = __________ Please contact the Morgan-Holcombe Alumni Center at 800/578-6545 or wualumni@winthrop.edu if you require accommodations for disability needs or if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
PAYMENT OPTIONS Check enclosed (payable to Winthrop Alumni Association) Please bill my credit card:
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Please return form and payment by October 1, 2013. Mail: Winthrop University Morgan-Holcombe Alumni Center 206 Tillman Hall Rock Hill, SC 29733
You may also register online at: www.winthropalumni.com/homecoming
Stop By: The Winthrop Bookstore – Enjoy a 20 percent discount! First Floor, DiGiorgio Campus Center Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Lois Rhame Health, Physical Education and Wellness West Center Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Hotels The following hotels have special rates for the weekend. If you are not in a reunioning class, you may call any of these hotels, indicate that you are a Winthrop alum attending Homecoming, and get the discounted rate. All hotels are in Rock Hill.
Towneplace Suites by Marriott (Classes of 1973 and 1978) 803/327-0700 Holiday Inn (Classes of 1953 and 1958) 803/323-1900 Hampton Inn (Classes of 1963 and 1968) 803/325-1100
The Morgan-Holcombe Alumni Center Rock Hill, SC 29733
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