Schedule of Events
Wednesday, Sept. 26
| All day | Fifth Annual Traditions Day Various locations Traditions Day was designed in 2002 to showcase some of Georgetown students' most beloved campus events and activities. Traditions Day has been included as part of Homecoming Weekend in hopes that both current students and young alumni will share in the activities in the days leading up to Homecoming 2007. |
| 11:00am - 2:00pm | Traditions Day Lunch Red Square Don't miss this chance to get free Booeymonger's fare and Philly Pizza and purchase your Traditions Day t-shirt. |
| 8:00pm | President's Cup Sellinger Lounge Compete with current students, faculty, and featured guests in a university trivia competition between the four Georgetown undergraduate schools. |
Thursday, Sept. 27
| 11:00am - 4:00pm | Chicken Finger Thursday O'Donovan Hall Highlights of this year's NCAA tournament and the famous Duke defeat will be showing while students feast on their dining hall favorite - chicken fingers. |
| 5:30pm - 7:00pm | Hoya Paranoia O'Donovan Hall Dinner turns festive with blue and gray beads, music, and dining hall favorites. Join the party, participate in Georgetown's trivia competition for a variety of prizes, and watch performances by Groove Theory and the Georgetown University Step Team. |
| 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Go Hoyas! An Evening with the Georgetown Coaches Hosted by The Georgetown Club of Washington, DC McDonough Gym The members' appreciation reception is one of the club's signature annual events and draws alumni from across the D.C. metro area, many of whom participated in sports during their time on the Hilltop and who support athletic programs at Georgetown. Join D.C. Club members to reconnect with each other and hear team updates from a variety of coaches. $10 - Classes of 2003-2007 $15 - DC Club members $40 - Non-members Visit DCHoyas.org to join the club! |
| 6:00pm - | My Father's Secret War |
| 6:00pm - 8:00pm | School of Nursing & Health Studies Graduate Alumni Reception St. Mary's Hall Reconnect and network with other NHS Hoyas at a rooftop reception and learn about the opportunities available to Georgetown University Alumni. RSVP to Katie Joyner G'09 at kej23@georgetown.edu. |
| 8:00pm - | Chimes Night at the Tombs The Tombs, 1226 36 Street NW |
| 10:00pm - 12:00 midnight | Hoyas Homecoming Bingo Alumni Lounge – Village C Sponsored by InterHall. |
Friday, Sept. 28
| 9:30am - 3:00pm | Library Book Sale Healy Lawn Join us on Healy lawn for a book sale to benefit the general fund of Georgetown Library. The sale features both hardcover and paperback books ranging in price from $1 to $5. |
| 10:00am - 2:00pm | Alumni Career Services Resume Critiques Alumni House, 3604 O St. NW In the midst of a job search? Thinking about a career transition? Want to have your resume "ready to go" just in case? A typical resume will be viewed by an employer for 15-20 seconds. How does yours fare? Have your resume critiqued by a Career Services staff member at this open house event. Bring a hard copy of your resume and any questions you may have. Sponsored by Alumni Career Services & the MBNA Career Education Center. No charge |
| 11:00am - 3:00pm | Traditions Day BBQ Copley Hall Join the Georgetown community for a tradition featuring free food, fun, and photo opportunities with Jack the Bulldog on Copley Lawn. Look for student group performances and student organization tables. This is a great way to kick off the Homecoming Weekend. Complimentary Traditions Day posters will be available to attendees. |
| 12:00 noon - | Women's Soccer vs. Seton Hall North Kehoe Field Cheer on the women's soccer team as they take on Seton Hall. |
| 1:15pm - | Georgetown University's Jazz Film Series featuring "Celebrating Bird: The Triumph of Charlie Parker" with jazz trumpeter Kenny Rittenhouse McNeir Hall Enjoy this installment of Friday Music, a FREE concert series through the Georgetown Program in Performing Arts featuring artists of regional, national and international acclaim. No charge » Visit the Program in Performing Arts Web site |
| 3:00pm - 3:30pm - |
Carroll Parlor Tours Healy Hall, first floor Tour Georgetown's historic Carroll Parlor, which houses some of the finest pieces in Georgetown's art collection. Tours will be led by art collection staff member LuLen Walker and will begin at 3 and 3:30 p.m. No charge |
| 3:00pm - | Men's Soccer vs. Rutgers North Kehoe Field Cheer on the men's soccer team as they take on Rutgers. |
| 3:30pm | Men's and Women's Swimming and Diving Intra-Squad Meet McCarthy Pool, Yates Field House |
| 5:00pm - | Hoyas Onstage: A Celebratory Theatrical Show of the Georgetown Theater Community's 2007 - 2008 Season Davis Center for the Performing Arts Theater is thriving at Georgetown! Join us in the Davis Center for cocktails and a guided interactive journey through highlights from the current theatrical season. From Shakespeare to classic musicals to cutting edge new plays, there is something for every taste! Student performers will give you a sneak preview of scenes from their upcoming shows. No charge |
| 5:00pm - | Women's Field Hockey vs. Syracuse College Park, MD (off campus) Cheer on the women's field hockey team as they take on Syracuse. |
| 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Corp Alumni Happy Hour Garrett’s, 3003 M Street NW Come reunite with your favorite Corpies at the 2nd Annual Corp Alumni Happy Hour - it's just like your initiation all over again! Contact Vanessa Otorola, C’08 at vbo@georgetown.edu for questions. |
| 7:00pm - | GEMA DC Presents Denise Di Novi GEMA Screening Room, New South Renowned producer Denise Di Novi (“Heathers,” “Batman Returns,” “Edward Scissorhands,” “The Nightmare Before Christmas”, and the upcoming “The Illustrated Man,” “The Jetsons,” “The Food of Love”) discusses her work and career with Gemstar-TV Guide CEO and GEMA founder and chairman Richard Battista. Reception to follow. Co-sponsored by the Georgetown College Film and Media Studies Initiative. R.S.V.P. to GEMADCRSVP@gmail.com. Please put "DINOVI" in your subject line. |
| 7:30pm - | Last Chance Lecture Encore: Fun with Your Favorite Professors Faculty Club - Leavey Center Join Professors Dan Porterfield (C'83), Tony Arend (F'80), Father Ryan Maher (I'82), and Joan Riley (N'76, G'97) for cocktails, appetizers and a program that will include some laughs, memories, and life lessons. Sold out! |
| 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Georgetown University College Republicans Reunion Leavey Esplanade Please join your fellow GUCR Alumni for an hour of hors d'oeuvres hosted by the current GUCR members. It promises to be a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and learn what the current board is doing. Please RSVP or send inquiries to Elizabeth Niles at emn6@georgetown.edu. We look forward to meeting you! |
| 8:00pm - | Mr. Georgetown Pageant Gaston Hall Twelve senior men representing a variety of campus organizations will vie for the title of Mr. Georgetown in a series of pageant-inspired competitions. Sponsored by the Georgetown Program Board, the evening will feature choreography by Groove Theory and songs by The Phantoms. |
| 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Chinese Student Alliance Mooncake Party and Alumni Potluck The Black House Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival. There will be old friends, new friends, food, fun, and (of course!) mooncakes! All alumni are welcome to join. Please RSVP to ejm57@georgetown.edu. |
| 8:15pm - | Club Ice Hockey vs. Johns Hopkins Ballston Mall - Kettler Capitals Iceplex, 627 N. Glebe Road, Arlington, VA Cheer on the Hoyas as they take on Johns Hopkins. The game will be played at their home rink at Ballston; directions are available on www.georgetownhockey.com or by contacting Conor Hickton at cdh32@georgetown.edu. |
| 9:30pm - 1:30am | Third Annual Alumni Homecoming Formal Attire: Men - Button-down, slacks, tie/jacket optional; Ladies - cocktail attire Please be advised - you must be 21 or older to attend! |
| 10:00pm - 1:00am | What’s After Dark presents:
Mr. Georgetown Toga After Party
"The Rogue Agent's Playground"
(Co-sponsored by the GPB) Dahlgren Quad (Rainsite: Healy Hall & Corridor) Wear your favorite toga or create your own for the Mr. Georgetown Toga After Party. Where there's music, there's dancing!!! Send R.S.V.P. and any questions to Tanesha Stewart at tss33@georgetown.edu for more information. |
Saturday, Sept. 29
| 8:00 am - | Hilltop Challenge Homecoming 5K Red Square Whether you were a Georgetown track star or a recreational runner, you're invited to run the Fifth Annual Hilltop Challenge Homecoming 5K. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the race begins promptly at 9 a.m. in Red Square. The course winds through Georgetown's campus and the surrounding neighborhood. Awards will be given to the top three male and female runners, and all runners will receive a Hilltop Challenge t-shirt. Join us for breakfast following the race at the Alumni House, located at the corner of 36th and O Streets. Proceeds from the race will benefit the Georgetown Spiked Shoe Club. $10 - Advance tickets $15 - Tickets at the door » Read more about the Spiked Shoe Club |
| 11:00am - 7:00pm | Welcome Home Hoyas: Alumni House Tours and Open House Robert & Bernice Wagner Alumni House, 3604 O Street NW Come on home for apple pie and cider, just like mom would make. Meet up with friends, pick up information about weekend events, and tour the beautiful Alumni House. Sponsored by the Georgetown University Alumni Association. No charge |
| 11:00am - 2:00pm | Homecoming Tailgate Party McDonough Parking Lot A time-honored tradition of Homecoming Weekend that brings friends together for food and music before the Homecoming football game against the Cornell Big Red. Don’t miss your chance to get a photo with Jack the Bulldog, from noon to 1 p.m.! Barbecue, beverages, and entertainment will be provided, including music by The Reflex - the East Coast's premiere 80's tribute band. Show your Hoya pride during the: * 12:30 p.m. Pre-game chalk talk with Coach Kelly * Georgetown Cheerleading Squad show * Hoya Blue cheers Due to limited space, cars will not be allowed in the McDonough parking lot, and no outside beverages will be permitted. The tailgate will be held rain or shine. $10 - Advance tickets $15 - Tickets at the door » Remember to bring photo identification to the event |
| 2:00pm - | Homecoming Football Game, Georgetown Hoyas vs. Cornell Big Red Multi-Sport Field Cheer on the football team as they take on the Cornell Big Red. » For game tickets, visit the Georgetown Athletics Web site |
| 3:00pm - 5:00pm | NSO Homecoming Reception Leavey Program Room Join NSOers of past and present at the NSO Homecoming Reception. Catch up with your old friends from NSO throughout the years. Reconnect with that Hoya Spirit and have fun with Icebreakers again. Beverages and snacks will be provided. It's never NSOver! |
| 5:00 pm - | Hoyas Onstage: A Celebratory Theatrical Show of the Georgetown Theater Community's 2007 - 2008 Season Davis Center for the Performing Arts Theater is thriving at Georgetown! Join us in the Davis Center for cocktails and a guided, interactive journey through highlights from the current theatrical season. From Shakespeare to classic musicals to cutting edge new plays, there is something for every taste! Student performers will give you a sneak preview of scenes from their upcoming shows. No charge |
| 8:00pm - 12:00 midnight | Classes of 2002, 2003, 2004, & 2005 Homecoming Party The Waterfront at Georgetown’s Washington Harbour Nick's Riverside Grille & Cabanas 3050 K Street, NW Join the Classes of 2002, 2003, 2004 & 2005 at CABANA's and Nick's Riverside Grille for food, fun and live entertainment! We'll enjoy the following specials until close of business: $4 Bottled Beers, $4 Rail Drinks, $5 House (Margaritas, Sangria & Wine). Late-night entertainment will kick off in CABANAS after 10 p.m. with performances by alumni of Cabaret followed with a featured performance by Once, Okay Twice including Ian Thomas (C'05) on vocals with a four-piece band including violin! » Visit the Class of 2002 Web site » Visit the Class of 2003 Web site » Visit the Class of 2004 Web site » Visit the Class of 2005 Web site |
| 8:00pm - 12:00 midnight | Class of 2006 party Chadwick’s, 3205 K St. NW (Meet on the 2nd Floor) $2.50 Miller Lites, $3.50 Dos Equis, $3.50 rail drinks Pay as you go » Visit the Class of 2006 Web site |
| 8:00pm - 12:00 midnight | Class of 2007 party McFadden's, 2401 Pennsylvania Ave, NW $2 Domestic Draft Beers (Miller Lite, Bud Light, Yuengling); $4 Rail Cocktails Pay as you go » Visit the Class of 2007 Web site |
| 10:00pm - 2:00am | The Black Family Reunion Party McShain Lounge Sponsored by Caribbean Culture Circle & Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Nu Beta Chapter. Come dance with new, current, and old friends. Current students and alumni invited. Contact ccc@georgetown.edu for more information. |
Sunday, Sept. 30
| 9:00am | The 27th Annual Charlie Butt Scullers' Head of the Potomac Thompson Boat Center, Washington, DC (off campus) Watch the men's and women's crew race on the Potomac. |
| 10:00am - | Alumni Homecoming Mass Dahlgren Chapel |
| 11:00am - 1:00pm | Farewell Brunch Alumni House Don't say goodbye without stopping by alumni house for a festive brunch with a make-your-own mimosa bar. Please invite your favorite faculty or staff member to join you, our treat! Please include the faculty or staff member you are inviting in your registration and then email or call them to invite them to brunch. Don't miss this opportunity to get your photo with Jack the Bulldog! $10 - All tickets |
| 1:00pm - | Men's Soccer vs. Villanova North Kehoe Field Cheer on the men's soccer team as they take on Villanova. |
| 1:00pm - 6:00pm | Astronomy Club - Open House Heyden Observatory Join the GU community for guided tours of the Heyden Observatory and a BBQ. They wil be selling t-shirts too. For questions email Robyn Liska GUAS, Co-President, at rel24@georgetown.edu |
