Parents' Weekend 2010

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November 12–14, 2010
Sponsored by the Wisconsin Alumni Association®.

Parents of new UW students and past participants of Parents' Weekend are invited to come to campus for First-Year Parents' Weekend. Learn what life is like at the UW today and participate in your student's UW experience.

REGISTER FOR PARENTS' WEEKEND Take advantage of early registration to secure your package at this memorable campus tradition.

2010 schedule of events

The following events are scheduled for 2010 First-Year Parents' Weekend.

friday, november 12, 2010

Check-In
9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Wisconsin Alumni Association, 650 North Lake Street
Pick up your materials and tickets, check out student involvement opportunities and get more information from WAA customer service specialists.
Please note: this event is check-in only. Advance registration is required.

Pictures
All Weekend, Around Campus
Bring your camera and get your family's picture taken in key locations around campus. (Wear your Red Shirts and take your family pictures. Great idea for your holiday photos!) Must bring your own camera.

Welcome Message
9:45 a.m., Pyle Center, Room 225/226, 702 Langdon Street
Meet Paula Bonner, President and CEO of the Wisconsin Alumni Association, as she officially welcomes you to FPW.

Lectures
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Pyle Center, Room 225/226, 702 Langdon Street, and Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State Street
Lectures will be offered throughout the day exploring the life of a UW
college student and keys to success.

Keys to Financial Success in College 10 a.m.
Financial experts will give tips on budgeting, how to build a solid credit history and ways to avoid identity theft and scams. Plus, there will be an opportunity to set up one-on-one appointments after the event.
Co-sponsored by the UW Credit Union

Study Abroad Programs 11 a.m.
Hear about UW-Madison’s more than 150 study abroad programs for students.
Go Big Read: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks 1 p.m.
Learn about UW-Madison’s common-reading program that has thousands of people reading, talking and sharing their reactions and opinions.

Career Services on Campus 1 p.m.
Letters & Science Career Services will present tools available to students and conversation topics for parents and students about career development.

Student Involvement Opportunities 2 p.m.
Get a sampling of campus student organizations, Greek life and more.

The Science of Drinking 2 p.m.
UW Professor Kevin Strang will discuss challenges students face with alcohol.

Making a Second-Year Housing Decision 3 p.m.
Learn about second-year housing options, including tenant rights, responsibilities and benefits of continuing to live in UW Residence Halls. This session will include a student panel discussion.
Co-sponsored by University Housing and Campus Area Housing

Photo Opportunities with Bucky Badger
2:00–3:00 p.m., Wisconsin Alumni Association, 650 North Lake Street
To make the entire weekend even more memorable, get a picture taken with Bucky Badger.

Chancellor's Panel Question and Answer
4 p.m. Wisconsin Historical Society, 816 State Street
Chancellor Biddy Martin's Executive Panel will answer your questions and discuss her goals and vision for the future of the university. Panel will include:

Lori Berquam - Dean of Students
Paul Evans - Director of UW-Madison Housing
Dr. Sarah Van Orman - Executive Director, University Health Services
Tim Walsh - Director, Cross College Advising Service
Cathie Easter - Bursar, Bursar's Office
Susan Fischer - Director, Office of Student Financial Aid
Susan Riseling - Chief of Police, Associate Vice Chancellor

Parent Reception
5:00–6:00 p.m., Red Gym, 716 Langdon Street
Join UW-Madison deans, directors, Parent Program staff and Bucky Badger for hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and historic tours.
Hosted by the UW Parent Program

Friday Add-on Activities (optional)

Chazen Museum of Art Tour — Andy Warhol Exhibit
Hockey Game ($)
Wisconsin Singers Concert ($)

saturday, november 13, 2010

Pre-Game BADGER HUDDLE® Tailgate
Two and a half hours before kickoff, UW Field House
Food, fun, fans and the Field House! Throw in live music and appearances
by Bucky Badger, the Spirit Squad and the Marching Band, and you’ll take part in some classic pregame festivities.

Football Game: Wisconsin vs. Indiana
Game Time TBA, Camp Randall Stadium
Catch all the action as the Badgers battle the Indiana Hoosiers. A limited number of tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Seats for the game are located in the south end zone of Camp Randall Stadium.

Fifth Quarter
Postgame, Camp Randall Stadium
Experience the time-honored Fifth Quarter led by the UW Marching Band.

Saturday Add-on Activities (optional)

Farmer's Market and Capitol Tour
Chazen Museum of Art Tour — Andy Warhol Exhibit
Hockey Game ($)
Wisconsin Singers Concert ($)

sunday, november 14, 2010

Wisconsin Alumni Student Board's (WASB) Bare It All for Charity 5K Run/Walk
9:30 a.m. Registration, 11:00 a.m. Run/Walk, UW Campus
Arrive wearing multiple layers of clothing and “bare it all” to benefit the
Society of St. Vincent de Paul before taking a run or walk through campus. (or bring your bags of gently used clothing to donate)