Events And Activities Thursday, September 15 President’s Club Dinner (By invitation only) This is an elegant dinner honoring special members of the Warrior community who have contributed at least $1,000 or more during the current fiscal year. The dinner will be held at the Fort Wayne Country Club.
Friday, September 16 Spirit Day Demonstrate your Warrior pride by wearing your favorite orange and black Indiana Tech clothing. Need to update your Tech wardrobe? Be sure to visit the Tech Treasures gift shop in its new location on the first floor of Andorfer Commons (across from the McMillen Library) where alumni receive a 20% discount. You can come prepared by ordering your Tech gear in advance at the Tech Treasures online store, www.IndianaTech.edu/ TechTreasures. Your 20% discount can be used for online purchases, too. If you’re interested in a black Indiana Tech alumni golf shirt, you can arrange to purchase one by contacting Mike Peterson, director of alumni relations at 800-937-2448, ext. 2418 or by e-mail: mepeterson@› indianatech.edu. Registration/Meet & Greet 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. When you arrive, please check in at the Alumni Welcome Center, located in the Wilfred Uytengsu, Sr. Center (formerly the administration building) to pick up your registration packet or get registered for the weekend’s activities and enjoy some fellowship and light refreshments. 50-Year Reunion Luncheon 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. This special luncheon will celebrate the class of 1961 graduates. Please plan to join your fellow alumni as we honor this group on their 50-year reunion. Lunch will be held in the Seitz Conference Center, located on the second floor of Andorfer Commons. Free for 1961 graduates. Price for individual meal, if the Homecoming package is not purchased, is $10 per person.
TECHnology 101 1:30 – 2:45 p.m. This year’s TECHnology 101 will be split between two excellent and informative sessions: 1) “Crime Scene Investigation Techniques,” presented by the director of Tech’s Center for Criminal Sciences, Steve Hundersmarck, in a mock crime scene area and 2) “Following Your Digital Trail: A Primer on Information Protection for Users of Phones, iPads, Androids, Home Computers, Work Computers, ATMs or Any Other Digital Medium,” presented by Professor Julie Mansfield and members of our nationally recognized Cyber Defense Team. Guided Campus Tours 3 – 4:30 p.m. If you haven’t been back to campus in a few years, you’ll be in for a real surprise as you see firsthand the incredible enhancements to this beautiful campus. And even if you were here last year or the year before, there will be something new for you to explore! Our fantastic team of Student Ambassadors will escort you on foot or by golf cart for a relaxing and informative personalized tour. You’ll have the opportunity to visit engineering labs, the computer science department, the athletic facilities, and some of the finest residence facilities in the state. In fact, the tour will begin at the latest addition to the campus, Warrior Row B located on the north side of Washington Boulevard across from the tennis courts. Wine Reception — hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors 5 – 6:30 p.m. Unwind with fellow alumni at a wine reception hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors in the alcoves on the second floor of Andorfer Commons. Reminisce about your days at Tech and enjoy meeting other alumni, Student Ambassadors, and other members of the Tech family. Alumni Banquet: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. The 2011 Indiana Tech Alumni Hall of Fame and Alumni Award Recipients will be honored in addition to a celebration of the Class of 1961. This event takes place in the Paul W. Seitz Conference Center, located on the
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second floor of Andorfer Commons. It will be a classy, festive affair where you’ll enjoy a delicious buffet, chat with fellow alumni, and hear stories of great success and stories of service to Indiana Tech. Price for individual meal, if the Homecoming package is not purchased, is $35 per person. Women’s Alumni Soccer Game 6 – 7 p.m. Former Tech women’s soccer players, lace up the cleats and get ready to take the field against some of today’s Warrior soccer team members. And let’s get some fans out there to cheer on these women as they clash on the Warrior soccer/lacrosse field! Women’s Alumni Basketball Game 7 – 8:30 p.m. If you’re a former Tech player, then come back and show off your skills against some of today’s women’s basketball stars. Others, come enjoy the game and cheer on your fellow Warriors! Game tips off in the Schaefer Center on Kline Court. Men’s Alumni Basketball Game 9 – 10:30 p.m. Once the women clear the floor, it will be time for the men to show off their hoops talents. Former Tech players should sign up to compete against some of today’s Tech men’s basketball players. Alumni and students, come out and cheer on your respective teams! Game will be played on Kline Court in the Schaefer Center. NEW EVENT Late Night Party with DJ in the Rec Center (lower level of Andorfer Commons) FREE with Tech student I.D., Homecoming package, or Alumni Association card (Otherwise, just $5!) 11 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Calling all current students and alumni! Come experience some late night fun, games, music, and more! Dance to tunes from the 1970s, ‘80s, ‘90s, and today. Roll a game or two of bowling. Play pool, foosball, ping pong, or poker. Try your hand at some of the latest and retro video games. Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win some nice raffle prizes, too!
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