September 12, 2005 Source: Lakehead University:
http://communications.lakeheadu.ca/news/?id=193 Registration Deadline For All Events: September 23 (Thunder Bay – September 12, 2005) The entire Thunder Bay community is invited to take part in Lakehead University’s 40th Anniversary Celebration Weekend this Sept. 29 to Oct. 2. This celebration, while bringing alumni together from around the world, also welcomes the community to campus. “We’re very excited about this Celebration Weekend, and we hope to see everyone come out to the events,” says Heather Ives, Alumni Officer and 40th Anniversary Co-ordinator. “There truly is something for everyone — whether it’s taking part in some of our free events like the campfire, canoe rides, and campus tours, or joining in some of the larger main events like the 40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner & Dance: World on a Plate. Everyone is welcome.” Ives reminds everyone interested in joining in the festivities that they must register by Sept. 23 – even for the free events. This is to ensure there is adequate staff on site for the number of people coming on campus. People can register online at www.lakeheadualumni.ca/40years/ or they can call Ives at 346-7784. One of the main events is the World on a Plate ~ 40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner & Dance on October 1 in the Main Cafeteria. “Lakehead graduates live and work all over the world and at this dinner and dance we invite the world to our doorstep,” Ives says. “This buffet of delectable ethnic foods will tempt your
taste buds, while 21 Gun Fun featuring Danny Johnson will have you dancing into the night.” There are over 30 events, ranging from dinners to reunions to tours. A full list of events is available online. Highlights include:
Thursday, September 29
Alumni Golf Day – Cost differs per course
Career Day/Virtual Fair – Free
Lakehead Celebrates… 40 Years Dinner – $140
Campfire – Free (bring your own mug for hot chocolate) Friday, September 30
Opening Ceremonies – Free
Kick-Off BBQ – $10 ($5 for children)
Faculty, Department, Student Club, & Research Displays – Free
Pub Night – $5 (must be over 19) Saturday, October 1
Family Breakfast – $10 ($5 for children)
Alumni Association Information Session – Free
ATAC Open House/Tours – Free
Campus Tour – Free
Athletics Wall of Fame Induction – Free
Voyageur Canoe Rides – Free
Geocaching– Free
Zanatta Games – $6 for adults, $4 for seniors, students, and children
40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner & Dance: World on a Plate - $40 Adult, $20 Children Sunday, October 2
Ecumenical Service – Free
Farewell Brunch – $15, ($10 for Children) Members of the Media: Heather Ives is available for interview by calling Marla Tomlinson at 343-8177. Media is invited to attend the events. Please contact Marla for locations and times. An invitation to the Opening Ceremonies will be sent closer to the date. -30- ContactBookmark: agenda: Marla Tomlinson, Communications Officer, Lakehead University, 343-8177 or 472-9113
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