Homecoming 2013: events

Friday, February 8

Lecture: “The Business of Music”
As part of its 2012-13 Abbey Church Events series, St. Martins Abbey presents “The Business of Music,” a lecture by classical saxophonist Gary Louie.
Location: Kreielsheimer Hall

Lecture: “Estamos en la Lucha: Immigrant Women Light the Fires of Resistance”
As part of the Robert A Harvie Social Justice Lecture Series Christina Lopez will illuminate migrant women's fighting spirit and their unique view of the crucial, but often ignored leadership that immigrant women provide in the U.S. workforce and society despite formidable barriers.
Location: Harned Hall, room 110

All-class reunion  | $20 per person
All alumni are invited to join the celebration at O’Blarney’s Irish Pub, where we’ll kick off homecoming weekend with an all-class reunion featuring the classes of 2008, 2003 and 1988. Complimentary appetizers and beer are part of the festivities!
Location: O'Blarney's Irish Pub; 4411 Martin Way, Lacey, WA 98516

Saturday, February 9

Start your day off right: yoga
Wake up your body, mind and spirit. Choose from an energizing morning yoga session or an inspiring jogging tour of campus.
Location: Yoga Studio; Charneski Recreation Center

Start your day off right: jogging tour of campus
Wake up your body, mind and spirit. Choose from an energizing morning yoga session or an inspiring jogging tour of campus.
Location: Meet in the lobby of the Marcus Pavilion

Alumni pick-up basketball game
Take to the courts for a friendly game of hoops with fellow Saints alumni.
Location: Hal and Inge Marcus Pavilion

Brunch | $8.50 per person
Great meal, great company! Brunch served until 1 p.m.
Location: St. Gertrude's Dining Hall; Old Main

Saints baseball home opener
In their first home game of the season, the Saints meet the University of Puget Sound.
Location: Saint Martin's University baseball field

Guided tour of the new Cebula Hall
Come see what the buzz is about! Take a tour of the University’s new engineering facility, built “green” with many innovative and sustainable features.
Location: Meet in the 1st floor lobby of the new Cebula Hall

Guided campus tour
What’s new on your old stomping grounds? Find out just how much has changed on Saint Martin’s campus.
Location: TBD

Classes without quizzes
No tests required, so sit back and enjoy as Associate Professor Jeff Birkenstein, Ph.D., chair of Saint Martin’s English Department, presents a class on “Literature as History, Historic Signs as Literature and Toni Morrison’s Beloved.”
Location: TBD

Department drop-in:
College of Education - Inspired Teaching!
Starting with a reception from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. alumni will have the opportunity to catch up with past professors and current students. Following the recption will be a pannel of alumni educators sharing their own teaching ideas and experiences.
Location: Education wing, 4th floor Old Main

Department drop-ins: Career Center
Come find out how you can participate as a mentor to current students.  Alumni are always welcome to the Career Center events such as career fairs and etiquette dinner.  Alumni have free access to Saints4Hire for posting your jobs and internships or make an appointment to talk about career changes. We are here to help!
Location: 2nd floor Old Main

Department drop-ins: Admissions
Come find out how you can volunteer to participate in local recruitment activities such as college fairs and high school visits.
Location: 2nd floor Old Main

Department drop-ins: Residence life
Check out your old room in Baran Hall! Current students will be available to guide you through the halls and even open up their rooms! Show friends and family where you lived as a student!
Location: Baran Great Room, Baran Hall

Department drop-ins: Office of Alumni Relations
Swing by our newly renovated space in Old Main. Check out old yearbooks and swap stories with other alumni!
Location: 2nd floor, Old Main

Hall of Fame / Hall of Honor celebration | $15 per person
Location: Norman Worthington Conference Center

Saints vs. Central Washington
The Saints double-header kicks off in Marcus Pavilion, with the women’s basketball team taking on Central Washington in GNAC action.
Location: Hal and Inge Marcus Pavilion

Alumni pep rally and reception | $10 per person
Rally around our Saints! Meet new friends, reconnect with old friends and show your support for our men’s and women’s basketball teams. Per-person cost includes double-header game tickets.
Location: Norman Worthington Conference Center

Saints vs. University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Cheer on the men’s basketball team against GNAC opponent University of Alaska in the second half of the Saints double-header.
Location: Hal and Inge Marcus Pavilion

Gary Louie and Kirsten Taylor in concert
Classical saxophonist Gary Louie and pianist Kirsten Taylor perform live in concert in the Abbey Church, presented by Abbey Church Events. A free-will donation is suggested.
Location: Abbey Church

Sunday, February 10

Mass
Homecoming Weekend closes with Mass at the Abbey Church. Come celebrate with us!
Location: Abbey Church