Parents' Weekend 2010:  April 22—25

Thursday, April 22

10:00 am. – 10:30 am
Christian Science Bible Lesson Reading, (SG 210) Emily Kabura
Come join the Principia College Black Student Union for a lesson reading session.

Noon - 5:00pm
Registration (School of Government Lobby)
Members of the Alumni and Field Relations Office will help with registration between Noon and 5:00 pm. Parents’ Weekend schedules, class schedules, visitor rosters, name tags, and other information will be available.
 
3:00 pm - late
Softball @ Eureka, IL vs Eureka College (double header)
 
7:30 pm-8:30 pm
Violin Recital by Nicole Barnett (Davis Music Hall)

9:00 pm – 10:30 pm
“Food Inc.” Screening, Lauren Powers (Wanamaker Hall)
In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that has been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government's regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. You’ll never look at dinner the same way.  Sponsored by The Principia College Energy Coalition (a student organization dedicated to responsible and sustainable environmental practices.)

Friday, April 23

7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Registration (School of Government Lobby)
Members of the Alumni and Field Relations Office will help with registration between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm. Parents’ Weekend schedules, class schedules, visitor rosters, name tags, and other information will be available.

8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Marshall Brooks Library Open, Deb Wold
If you're looking for a quick stop to check your email, read a magazine while you wait for a class to end, or perhaps visit our Gallery where the senior art majors' portfolios are displayed, don't hesitate to drop into the Library for a few minutes.  We're easily accessible from anywhere on campus.

All Day
Visit Classes
Parents and other visitors are invited to attend the following classes, which represent the breadth and scope of coursework at the College.  The professors that teach these classes have agreed to provide a visitor-friendly session today.  Professors other than those listed may, or may not accept visitors.  Please make arrangements through your student to visit unlisted classes.

10:00 am - 10:30 am
Quiet Time
On weekdays, the campus stops all classes and other activities in order to prayerfully support the work of Principia. Parents are invited to find a quiet spot and join in.
 
11:40 am - 12:30 pm
Mammoth Presentation (Mammoth Lab - upstairs in Science Center)
Come learn about  “Benny,” a 17,500 year old Ice Age mammoth found on the Principia campus.. Visitors can see bones, tusks, and the skull.
 
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
Special “Music at Davis”  (Davis Music Hall)
Students perform ensemble and solo recitals.
 
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Academic and Career Advising: Open House
Parents are invited to visit the Academic and Career Advising Office located on the terrace level of the School of Government.
 
5:00 pm - late
Baseball @ Sauget, IL vs Webster University (double header)
 
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Solar Car Presentation (Wanamaker Hall) John Broere
Come hear about the adventures of the Solar Car Team and other project centered learning activities.
 
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Paths of Pioneer Christian Scientists  (Cox Auditorium)
Steven Howard and Christopher Tyner of Longyear Museum in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, will share accounts of four pioneers of the Christian Science movement—unique stories relevant to today. They'll examine the historical evidence of how these individuals persevered and achieved while helping Mary Baker Eddy establish her religion and church. This presentation is followed by the opening of a Longyear Museum exhibit in the School of Government, "Imparting a fresh impulse:  Preparing the next generation." The exhibit includes photographic portraits of Mrs. Eddy and of eleven of the young students in her last class, held in November 1898.

8:30 pm- 9:30 pm
Pioneer Christian Scientists Exhibit Opening (School of Government Main Floor Lobby)
Longyear Foundation in Chestnut Hill Massachusetts is sponsoring a year-long exhibit of portraits of early Christian Scientists. To kick it off, Longyear personnel will host an opening reception immediately following the talk in Cox Auditorium.  Refreshments will be served.

9:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Rent-a-Ferg (Pub)
The services of Ferguson House members will be auctioned off to the highest bidders. Ferg men may be employed for annoying household tasks, carrying books across campus, Spring Formal escorts, etc. This event is rated “Prin Appropriate.”
 
9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Observatory Open House
Weather permitting; parents are all invited to view the universe through Principia’s, computer-controlled, 16” reflecting telescope. A trained telescope operator will provide commentary and instruction.

Saturday, April 24

All Day
SLIAC Conference Tennis Tournaments (Dwight Davis Tennis Center—Forest Park, St. Louis)

All Day
Track and Field @ SIU Edwardsville

6:30 am - 8:00 am
Bird Walk (Flagpole)
Professor Mary Jane Hoff will guide you through Principia’s forest, restored prairie, and river bluff ecosystems for a glimpse of indigenous and migratory bird species. You may see a pileated woodpecker or hear the melodic song of a wood thrush. The walk begins at the flagpole and ends at Howard Center where a steaming hot buffet breakfast awaits you.
 
8:00 am – 9:30 am
Pancake Breakfast, Howard Center Dining Room
Chris Cakes Catering Company will be flipping pancakes with the College president, the deans, and the student leaders for parents, students, and family members. Don't miss this opportunity to get a laugh at their expense. It's a great breakfast too. Tickets will be sent to each family. Additional tickets are available at the door.
 
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Panel Discussion with administrators and student leaders (Dining Room Stage)
Parents are encouraged to come to this special presentation by College administration and student body leaders, who will share their perceptions of what is happening at Principia. There will be an opportunity for parents to ask questions.

10:30 am – 11:00 am
Inspirational talk Howard Center Dining Room
Gardner Fogg, a Christian Science practitioner from St. Louis will deliver a talk for Parents of College-aged Students,

Noon - 6:00 p.m.
Marshall Brooks Library Open, Deb Wold
If you're looking for a quick stop to check your email, read a magazine while you wait for a class to end, or perhaps visit our Gallery where the senior art majors' portfolios are displayed, don't hesitate to drop into the Library for a few minutes.  We're easily accessible from anywhere on campus.
 
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
New Zealand Slideshow (W’09)
 
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Greece Slideshow (S’09)

3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
India Slideshow (F’09)

3:00 pm-5:00 pm
Principia Thunder Chickens Rugby Game against Washington University (Football Field)
 
1:00 pm
Baseball @ Home vs Webster University
 
1:00 pm
Softball @ Greenville, IL vs Greenville College
 
8:00 pm
Variety Show (Cox Auditorium)
Principia College students demonstrate a broad spectrum of talents including performances of dance, voice, musical instruments, comedy, video production, and acting. The Parents’ Weekend Variety Show is one of the most popular campus events of the year.
 
10:00 pm
Ice Cream Social (Dining Room)
Wind down after the Variety Show with a create-your-own sundae extravaganza.
 
10:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Observatory Open House
Weather permitting; view the universe through Principia’s, computer-controlled, 16” reflecting telescope. A trained telescope operator will provide commentary and instruction.

Sunday, April 25

10:30 am - 11:30 am
Sunday School (Dining Room)
 
10:45 am - 11:45 am
Christian Science Organization Sunday Service (Chapel)

2:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Intramural Athletics (Location to be announced) Parents are welcome to participate
 
7:00 pm
Hymn Sing (Chapel)