{"id":8549,"date":"2024-08-15T14:43:15","date_gmt":"2024-08-15T19:43:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.stolaf.edu\/alumni\/?page_id=8549"},"modified":"2024-10-05T16:48:30","modified_gmt":"2024-10-05T21:48:30","slug":"hcfw-schedule","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wp.stolaf.edu\/alumni\/hcfw-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"HCFW 2024 Schedule of Events"},"content":{"rendered":"
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ST. OLAF COLLEGE
\nHOMECOMING AND FAMILY WEEKEND<\/strong><\/h2>\n

REGISTRATION OPEN!<\/a><\/p>\n

We have developed programming for everyone to enjoy the Hill in their own way. Take a look and see what we have planned.<\/h5>\n
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ALL-DAY EVENTS<\/h6>\n

Ole Led Tours\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDownload the GOOSECHASE APP<\/a>, a virtual scavenger hunt app. Discover parts of campus you\u2019ve never seen before and revisit some of your favorites. Photograph your way around campus from Friday, October 4 through Saturday, October 5.<\/p>\n

Game code:<\/strong> 45EDKV
\nPassword:<\/strong> OLE<\/p>\n

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Self-Guided Then and Now Campus Tour<\/strong>
\nAccess the “Then and Now Tour” for a self-guided audio tour of campus narrated by St. Olaf students. Along the way, learn more about the architecture of the Hill and how it has evolved over the past 150 years to support today’s Oles. Access the tour HERE<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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150 Years of St. Olaf History Virtual Exhibit<\/strong>
\nThe College Archives celebrates the St. Olaf Sesquicentennial! To commemorate this milestone on the Hill, Archives has gathered 150 objects and documents to share in a new virtual exhibit titled\u00a0150 Years of St. Olaf History<\/strong><\/a>. Grouped by decade, selected items provide a bite-sized taste of our shared history and the types of materials held in the College Archives.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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150 Years of St. Olaf History Exhibit<\/strong> \u2013 7:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.
\nRolvaag Library, Reference Room<\/em>
\nVisit Rolvaag Library and view the\u00a0150 Years of St. Olaf History Exhibit\u00a0just outside the Reference Room in Rolvaag Memorial Library. Say “Cheers to 150 Years!” and toast St. Olaf\u2019s history with cups, mugs, and more from the College Archives.<\/p>\n

Open Classes<\/strong> \u2013 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
\nVarious locations across campus<\/em>
\nExplore academic life at St. Olaf — and learn something new along the way! Select faculty members will open their classrooms to visitors on Friday afternoon. The final list of open classes will be posted here on October 2. View Open Class List<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Flaten Art Museum and Groot Gallery <\/strong>\u2013\u00a0<\/strong>10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
\nCenter for Art and Dance<\/em>
\nPracticing Democracy: 150 Years of St. Olaf Student Civic Engagement<\/strong><\/em>
\nPracticing Democracy<\/a><\/em> explores and promotes St. Olaf student civic engagement as the college marks its 150th anniversary. Decades of engagement and activism paved the way for St. Olaf College to lead voter engagement among U.S. colleges and universities today. <\/span><\/p>\n

Chapel Service of Morning Prayer<\/strong> \u2013 10:10 to 10:30 a.m.
\nBoe Memorial Chapel<\/em>
\nTake a moment to pause and reflect at St. Olaf’s daily chapel service. All are welcome.
\nPresenter<\/strong>
\n<\/i>Katherine Fick, Associate College Pastor<\/p>\n

Lunch<\/strong> \u2013 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, Stav Hall
\n<\/em>Pay at the door. Credit card only. Not included in the Black and Gold package<\/p>\n

Swag Shop<\/strong> \u2013 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
\nBuntrock Plaza<\/em>
\nAll guests who register for the Black and Gold package receive a premium Ole swag item! Additional swag items are available for purchase in the bookstore.<\/p>\n

Registration<\/strong> \u2013 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, Crossroads<\/em>
\nMake this your first stop! Pre-registered guests: Pick up your wristband to access HCFW activities. Walk-up registration available.<\/p>\n

St. Olaf Natural Lands Tour<\/strong> \u2013 1 to 2 p.m.
\nMeet at the Art Barn (Canceled in case of severe weather.)<\/em>
\n<\/em><\/strong>Walk the trails with Natural Lands Director Charles Umbanhowar and Manager Wes Braker ’18. Learn about the variety of flora and fauna in this protected area and see how faculty and students use the land.<\/p>\n

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Guided Then and Now Campus Tour<\/b>\u2013 1 to 2:30 p.m.
\nOld Main Steps (Canceled in case of severe weather.)<\/em>
\nMeet our student tour guides at Old Main for a guided version of the “Then and Now” campus tour. Learn more about the Hill’s architecture and how it has evolved over the past one century and a half to support today’s Oles.<\/p>\n

Open House \u2013 Student Resources<\/strong> \u2013 1 to 4 p.m.
\nThroughout Campus
\n<\/em>Stop by Registration to pick-up your BINGO card. Learn about the resources for your student as they live and learn on the Hill. Bring back a completed card to registration and receive a prize!<\/p>\n

Hong Kierkegaard Library Open House <\/b>\u2013 2 to 4 p.m.
\n<\/b>Steensland Hall
\n<\/em>Did you know St. Olaf is home to the largest collection of writings by and about Danish philosopher S\u00f8ren Kierkegaard outside of Denmark? The Hong Kierkegaard library houses approximately 20,000 book volumes. Learn more about the history of the collection and how it supports international Kierkegaard scholarship. Tours will depart every 30 minutes starting at 2 p.m. with the last tour beginning at 3:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Limestones Alumni Reunion Reception <\/b>\u2013 3 to 4:30 p.m.\u00a0
\n<\/b>Reception Room, Christiansen Hall of Music
\n<\/span><\/em>Invitation Only.<\/strong> The Limestones are celebrating 35 years! All alumni who participated in St. Olaf’s all men’s <\/span>a cappella<\/span> group are invited to attend this opening reception as well as other events taking place throughout the weekend. Questions? Contact Eirik Davey-Gislason ’97<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Ole Talks <\/b>\u2013 3 to 5 p.m.\u00a0
\n<\/b>Viking Theater, Buntrock Commons
\n<\/em><\/span>Join members of the St. Olaf community for these short talks about life on the Hill. Participating faculty and topics will be posted as they are confirmed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
3 p.m.<\/strong>
\nThe New Athletic Girl: Physical Education and Female Sporting Bodies on the Hill<\/td>\n		Andrea Conger<\/strong>
\nAssistant Professor of Sociology and Anthropology; Director of Public Health Studies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3:30 p.m.<\/strong>
\nA Sensory Solution for Eavesdropping on Whispering Crickets<\/td>\n		Norman Lee<\/strong>
\nAssociate Professor of Biology; Director of Neuroscience<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4 p.m.<\/strong>
\nRisks and Rewards: Connecting with Communities Beyond Campus<\/td>\n		Rehanna Kheshgi<\/strong>
\nAssociate Professor of Music – Ethnomusicology; Gamelan<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4:30 p.m.<\/strong>
\nUff da: His-tories of St. Olaf\u2019s founding<\/td>\n		Kari Lie Dorer<\/strong>
\nProfessor of Norwegian; King Olav V Chair in Scandinavian-American Studies; Department Chair of Norwegian; Director of Nordic Studies<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Northfield Fall Fun <\/b>\u2013 3 to 7 p.m.\u00a0
\n<\/b>Various Locations
\n<\/em><\/span>View the list of curated activities compiled by the Alumni and Parent Relations team at St. Olaf. Get out and enjoy our Northfield community of cows, colleges, and community! No transportation provided. Northfield Fall Fun<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

CURI (Collaborative Undergraduate Research and Inquiry) Fall Showcase <\/b>\u2013 4 to 6 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, King’s Dining Room
\n<\/em>Meet the St. Olaf students who participated in the Collaborative Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (CURI) last summer. Students will share poster presentations about their research across a variety of disciplines. All are welcome to attend!<\/p>\n

Dinner<\/strong> \u2013 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, Stav Hall
\n<\/em>Pay at the door. Credit card only. Not included in the Black and Gold package<\/p>\n

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Athletics Hall of Fame Social and Banquet<\/strong> \u2013 6 to 9 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons<\/em>
\nInvitation only.<\/strong> Pre-registration required.<\/strong> All previous Hall of Fame inductees are invited to this celebration honoring our newest inductees: Jon Campbell ’00 (tennis), Horace Gant ’08 (football\/track and field), Emma Lee ’13 (cross country\/Nordic skiing\/track and field), John Schantzen ’10 (track and field\/football), and Karen Schwartzbauer ’87 (soccer\/basketball), as well as the 1979 and 1980 women’s cross country teams.<\/p>\n

Questions? Email Luke Kopnick<\/a>, Athletics Engagement Specialist.<\/p>\n

Limestones Alumni Reunion Dinner<\/strong> \u2013 7:30 to 9 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, King’s Dining Room<\/em>
\nInvitation only.<\/strong> Pre-registration required.<\/strong> Celebratory dinner celebrating 35 years of the Limestones at St. Olaf. Questions? Contact Eirik Davey-Gislason ’97<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Magician Jack Kelly<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 8 p.m.
\nThe Pause
\n<\/em>Nationally-recognized magician Jack Kelly<\/a> brings an interactive experience that incorporates mind-blowing magic and fun to create an unforgettable experience. All are welcome to attend this performance, which is co-sponsored by Alumni and Parent Relations and the Office of Student Activities.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div> \n\t<\/div> \n\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n

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All-day events<\/h6>\n

Ole Led Tours\u00a0<\/strong>
\nDownload the GOOSECHASE APP<\/a>, a virtual scavenger hunt app. Discover parts of campus you\u2019ve never seen before and revisit some of your favorites. Photograph your way around campus from Friday, October 4 through Saturday, October 5.<\/p>\n

Game code:<\/strong> 45EDKV
\nPassword:<\/strong> OLE<\/p>\n

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\u00a0 Self-Guided Then and Now Campus Tour<\/strong>
\nAccess the “Then and Now Tour” for a self-guided audio tour of campus narrated by St. Olaf students. Along the way, learn more about the architecture of the Hill and how it has evolved over the past 150 years to support today’s Oles. Access the tour HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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150 Years of St. Olaf History Virtual Exhibit<\/strong>
\nThe College Archives celebrates the St. Olaf Sesquicentennial! To commemorate this milestone on the Hill, Archives has gathered 150 objects and documents to share in a new virtual exhibit titled\u00a0150 Years of St. Olaf History<\/strong><\/a>. Grouped by decade, selected items provide a bite-sized taste of our shared history and the types of materials held in the College Archives.<\/p>\n

“Big Chair” Photo-op<\/strong>
\nGrab your family and friends for a fall photo-op with St. Olaf’s beloved giant gold adirondack, known affectionately by students as “Big Chair.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Swag Shop <\/b>\u2013 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
\nBuntrock Plaza
\n<\/em>All guests who register for the Black and Gold package receive a premium Ole swag item! Additional swag items are available for purchase in the bookstore.<\/p>\n

Registration<\/strong> \u2013 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, Crossroads
\n<\/em>Make this your first stop! Pre-registered guests: Pick up your wristband to access HCFW activities. Walk-up registration available.
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Breakfast<\/strong> \u2013 8 to 9:30 a.m.
\nBuntrock Commons, Stav Hall<\/em>
\n<\/em><\/strong>Pay at the door. Credit card only. Not included in the Black and Gold package.<\/p>\n

Parent Reception with President Susan Rundell Singer<\/b>\u2013 9 to 10 a.m.
\nSt. Olaf House<\/em>
\nCurrent St. Olaf parents are invited to join President Susan Rundell Singer and members of the President’s Leadership Team at the St. Olaf House. Stop by and enjoy light refreshments with college leadership!<\/p>\n

Activity Note:<\/strong> Please use the on-campus access point for the St. Olaf House. Guests may walk from the main campus or park in the large parking lot behind the Regents Hall of Natural Sciences (RNS). To access the house, proceed down the short path on the west side of the RNS parking lot and use the front door. For those with accessibility concerns, limited parking is<\/span>\u00a0available immediately adjacent to the house. Follow directional signage for accessible parking.<\/span><\/p>\n

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150 Years of St. Olaf History Exhibit<\/strong> \u2013 9 a.m. to noon
\nRolvaag Library, Reference Room<\/em>
\nVisit Rolvaag Library and view the\u00a0150 Years of St. Olaf History Exhibit\u00a0just outside the Reference Room in Rolvaag Memorial Library. Say “Cheers to 150 Years!” and toast St. Olaf\u2019s history with cups, mugs, and more from the College Archives.<\/p>\n

Ole\u2019s Amazing Race\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 9 a.m. to noon
\nCampus Green, outside Buntrock Commons<\/em><\/p>\n

REGISTRATION FULL – EVENT CLOSED<\/strong><\/div>\n

Heat 1:<\/strong> 9 \u2013 10:30 a.m.
\nHeat 2:<\/strong> 10:30 a.m. \u2013 noon
\nCheck in 30 minutes prior to your heat start.
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\n<\/em>All guests are invited to pre-register<\/strong> for Ole’s Amazing Race, sponsored by Campus Recreation. The event takes place rain or shine on the campus green. Get a team of two to four players, complete the challenges, and grab your prize at the finish!<\/p>\n

Limited to 30 teams per heat.<\/strong> Register early!<\/p>\n