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image of a red ballon Special Edition - Homecoming 2007
  • Reunions & Interest Groups
  • Athletics
  • Volunteer Opportunities
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    Dear Alumni & Friends,
    Homecoming 2007 is just a few days away and we are gearing up for a big party.     Otterbein was founded 160 years ago and we will celebrate her birthday during Homecoming. If that's not reason enough to come home to Otterbein, check out this list (David Letterman would be so proud!)

    The Top 10 Things to Do During Homecoming
    #10. Eat a Schneider's doughnut in the Otterbean Cafe (they are calorie free on Homecoming...honest!)
    #9. Walk your pooch in the parade.
    #8. Tour the Department of Communication's new digs (all under one roof at 33 Collegeview Ave.)
    #7. Check out the Cardinal Playground behind the Campus Center (it's not just for the kids!)
    #6. Share your Otterbein memories on video for the oral history files.
    #5. Show your Cardinal spirit at the football, women's soccer or women's volleyball games.
    #4. Wear your old athletic sweater or let your kids wear them. (It's a great way to start encouraging them to make Otterbein their alma mater too!)
    #3. See the plans for the Science Building renovation.
    #2. March with the band at 1:30 p.m.
    And the #1 reason to come home to Otterbein (drum roll....) there's no place like home!

    See you soon,
    Becky Fickel Smith '81, Bonnie Robinson & Laurie Draper
    Office of Alumni Relations Team
     
    Strike Up the Band!  
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    The 2007 Homecoming Parade starts at 10 a.m. What can you expect in this year's parade? Bands, floats, Doo-Dah entries, dignitaries, the marching Cardinal, your dog and more!

    Just the Facts: Click here for the parade route.
    PLEASE NOTE - N. Grove from Cochran Alley to W. Home St. will be closed to traffic during the parade.

    Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade * Parade
     
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    Doo Dah entries! What's a Doo Dah? Groups who participate in the parade with the sole purpose of poking fun at themselves. Doo Dah participants are zany, irreverant, silly...fun!


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    Woof! Why should people have all the fun? Bring your favorite pooch and let them march in the parade. Then take your pup to the canine hospitality area near the tailgate party behind the Campus Center.


    It's a birthday...it's a party !
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    After the parade, march on over to the Campus Center for a tailgate party in honor of Otterbein's 160th Birthday.

    Just the Facts: $5 for ages 12 & up
    $3 for ages 6-11
    Free for ages 5 & under
    Free for students w/OC meal plan

    Click here to register


    (In case of inclement weather Clements Recreation Center will keep everyone dry and festive.)
    Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate * Tailgate
     
    Fun for the Whole Family!
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    Fun activities for all members of the Otterbein family this year...even the future Cardinals! Corn hole, pumpkin bowling, bounce house, climbing wall and more.

    Just the Facts:

    Check out these activities behind the Campus Center...
    Cardinal Playground
    Community Service Project
    Face Painting
    Balloonist
    Juggler


    Family Fun * Family Fun * Family Fun * Family Fun * Family Fun * Family Fun * Family Fun * Family Fun
     
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    Hit the lanes! Saturday night head out for unlimited bowling plus pizza and soft drinks for only $11/adult & $8/children (includes shoes) at Capri Lanes. (Oct. 13 from 9-11:30 p.m.) Click here to register.

    Magic Mountain Weekend! Fun for the family all weekend at Magic Mountain Fun Center in Columbus. Get 3 star activities for $10 with coupons from the Campus Center Office. (Oct. 11-14.)
     
    Reunions & Interest Groups
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    Seeing old friends and walking down memory lane...those are the best reasons to come home to Otterbein.

    Just the facts... follow the links for more info or to register:

    Class Reunions (1987, 1992, 1997, 2002) Greek Activities
    African American Alumni Dinner
    MBA 10th Anniversary Reunion - Greet Dr. Gail Arch as she returns to celebrate the 10th Anniversary at the tailgate from 11-2.


    Why register for your class reunion? So you and your friends can see who's coming to the reunion!
    Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends * Friends
     
    Score big with Athletic Events (all FREE!)
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    We've got spirit. Yes we do! We've got spirit. How 'bout you?

    Just the Facts:
  • Women's Volleyball at 1 & 6 p.m.
  • Dedication of new athletic fence at 1:15 p.m.
  • Football vs. Heidelberg at 2 p.m.
  • Recognition of alumni athletes at halftime
  • Women's Soccer vs. John Carroll at 2 p.m.
    • graphic of star burst design with word "New!" In memory and in honor...
    Be present at 1:15 p.m. for the dedication of the new athletic field fence in memory of Ken Paul '49. Alumni athletes with class years ending in 2's & 7's will be recognized at halftime.



    Click here for the full schedule of Athletic events.
    Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards * Go Cards
     
    Volunteer Opportunities
    If you can help with any of these needs, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations by e-mail or call 614-823-1964 or 1-888-614-2600.
    picture of a hammer Are you handy with a hammer, saw, duct tape, etc?
    Put those skills to good use helping groups build their floats for the parade. Student organizations are working on their floats in an Otterbein warehouse.  We need volunteers to provide tips and assistance as they construct their floats.  Float building times are Oct. 10-12 from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. You can volunteer as much or as little as you like.  Contact Kate Porubcansky or Chris Hempfling to volunteer.
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    Do you have a "thumbs up", "can do", "gung ho", "make it happen" attitude?
    Then we need your help at the Tailgate 160th Birthday Party. We need volunteers to fill all sorts of roles at the tailgate. FREE gift for your efforts! Contact the Office of Alumni Relations to volunteer.

    picture of a tricycle Tricycles or mattresses: Do you have one of these that you would be willing to loan us?
    We are reviving the traditional Otterbein tricycle and mattress races during Homecoming. But we need more tricycles and mattresses. (Hint...this is a great way to clean out your garage.) Contact the Office of Alumni Relations if you can help with these needs.
    picture of a vintage car Do you have a cool classic car?
    Show off your "baby" in the parade and help transport our dignitaries. If you are interested in having your awesome automobile in the parade, please contact Brad Burton.
     

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