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2007 College of Pharmacy Homecoming Events are being held
Nov. 2, 3 and 4
It's Homecoming time, which means it's time for you to return to your alma mater! Join us as we celebrate 60 years of excellence at The University of Arizona. We will be celebrating Class Reunions for the classes of ’52, ’57, ’62, ’67, ’72, ’77, ’82, ’87, ’92, ’97 and our honorary induction class, Class of 1950.
Check list:
- Start planning for your class reunion today
- Rally up your friends to join you at this year's Homecoming festivities
- Make your airline and hotel reservations today!
If you are not celebrating a class reunion this year, don't let this keep you away--come and enjoy the camaraderie with your fellow classmates and friends!
Fri, Nov. 2 |
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
START YOUR HOMECOMING FESTIVITIES WITH A LITTLE CONTINUING PHARMACY EDUCATION! We are pleased to present Speaker: Mary V. Relling, PharmD Chair, Pharmaceutical Department St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN UA Pharmacy Alumna, Class of 1982 “How Will Pharmacogenetics Affect Cancer Therapy and the Practice of Pharmacy?” PROGRAM OBJECTIVES This program has been developed for pharmacy professionals from all practice settings. At the end of the program, participants should be able to:
Location: College of Pharmacy-Pulido Center, Rm. B111; (Cost: $15 per person, no charge for affiliated faculty.) Refunds will not be available for cancellations. (Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation, such as sign language interpreter, by contacting the Office of Continuing Education, 520-626-3020, or continuinged@pharmacy.arizona.edu. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.)
The University of Arizona College of Pharmacy is approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmaceutical education. This program has been approved for 1 contact hour. ACPE Program Number 003-000-07-028-L01-P. Statements of credit will be distributed after the program to pre-registered pharmacists attending the entire session. (Participants attending CE will have plenty of time to attend the Jacob Reception) 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
You’re invited to join the Jacob Family in a celebration of the Danny and Rae Jacob Pharmacy Practice Laboratory Wine and cheese reception Location: Pharmacy-Pulido Center breezeway Tours of the laboratory (No charges, RSVPs are requested)
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Alumni and Friends Homecoming Dinner Check-in, cocktails and live music for (Cost: $30 per person) Location: Tent south of Pharmacy – Pulido Center 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Dinner, Recognition & Awards Program, and the Dedication of the Jacob Laboratory Students involved in pharmacy fraternities and organizations will display awards and achievements at a booth. They will sell t-shirts and miscellaneous items to support student organization activities. Reception & Check-in 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Cocktails, Fresh Fruit, Water Chestnuts Wrapped in Bacon, Cheese & Crackers DINNER MENU 6:00 p.m. Chicken Picatta w/lemon caper sauce Top Round Beef w/horseradish sauce Basil Pine Nut Pesto w/Penne Noodles Rice Pilaf Salad Vegetable Medley Vegetable Crudités Rolls and Butter Dessert Lemon Bars and Brownies Coffee (regular & decaf) and Ice Tea |
Sat., Nov. 3 |
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9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Homecoming Parade on the UA Mall A Homecoming tradition since 1929; includes floats, bands, spirit groups and Homecoming Royalty. Come root for the College of Pharmacy student float. 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Tailgate party on the UA Mall (No charges, RSVPs are requested for food count.) Join your friends from the College of Pharmacy for a pre-game celebration. Food and drinks will be served after the parade. This year there will be no alcohol served in any of the UA Mall tailgate tents. There will be designated booths for alcohol service for your convenience. TAILGATE MENU For those that enjoy their breakfast: Scrambled Eggs Sliced Ham Bacon Hash Browns And for our non-breakfast eaters: BBQ Beef Sandwiches Baked Beans Potato Salad More sides: Fruit Salad and Pastries Drinks: Water, Sodas, Orange Juice Provided by Allyn Hanes Catering 12:30 p.m. Arizona Wildcats vs. UCLA Bruins Come out and show your Wildcat spirit! Reserve your football tickets today. To reserve your football tickets ($34), call the McKale Ticket Office, 520-621-CATS or 800-452-CATS. Don’t forget to ask for the College of Pharmacy Block.
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Sun., Nov. 4 |
Other Special Events - Reunion classes are invited to plan special events surrounding College of Pharmacy already scheduled events. Call 520-626-8236 or Lmellor@pharmacy.arizona.edu, for assistance.
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Class Reunion Contacts: 1950 (Marty Ronstadt: amartyr@juno.com) 1952 1957 1962 1967 (Wyman Dickerson: wymand@volcano.net and Ken Coit: kencoit@gmail.com) 1972 1977 (Maura Raffensperger: maura@organizingrx.com) 1982 1987 1992 1997 (Mike Zoucha: azilluminate@hotmail.com) |
Pharmacy Homecoming Host Hotels Note: When making your hotel reservations remember to specify the “College of Pharmacy Room Block” to receive your UA/Pharmacy rate. These hotel blocks have been established as a courtesy and only a limited amount of rooms have been reserved. Do not hesitate in making your reservations today! |
***The Riverpark Inn 350 S. Freeway Tucson, AZ 85745 For reservations call: (520) 239-2300 Single/double room $89.95; Suites $149.95 (based on availability) Ask for the College of Pharmacy Room Block Room block expires October 16, 2007 *** Free: Full American Breakfast and High Speed Internet Access. *** Free: For those that would prefer not to drive, The Riverpark Inn will provide Free Shuttle Service to and from College of Pharmacy Homecoming Events. NOTE: You must contact them by Oct. 31 to reserve your spot on the 12-passenger shuttle, space is limited. Only 12 guests will fit on the Shuttle for both Friday and Saturday events. Shuttle will depart the Riverpark Inn approximately 30 minutes prior to each of our listed events. http://www.theriverparkinn.com/
JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa 3800 W. Starr Pass Boulevard Tucson, AZ, 85745 Rooms: $199.00 per night single/double occupancy (based on availability) For reservations: (520) 792-3500 or 1 (800) 527-8989 Room block expires October 16, 2007 http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-photos/tussp-jw-marriott-starr-pass-resort-and-spa/ Sheraton Tucson Hotel & Suites 5151 E. Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85712 For reservations ask for Holly Abbott, at (520) 321-7617 Deluxe Standard Rooms $109.00 (based on availability) 2-Room Suite $124.00 Ask for the College of Pharmacy Room Block Room block expires October 15, 2007 $2.00 per night gift back to UA www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=177 Hotel Arizona (at the Tucson Convention Center) 181 W. Broadway (Ask for the UA College of Pharmacy Room Block). You can also go to the Web address below, click on the negotiated rates tab and enter GOCATS (all caps) to book your reservation. (based on availability) Room block expires October 16, 2007 $4.75 parking fee per day $5.00 per night gift back to UA Viscount Suite Hotel 4855 E. Broadway Blvd. For reservations contact Rhonda Bowlin, at (520) 584-5810 Ask for the College of Pharmacy Room Block, ID# 1205 Rooms: 2-Room Suites, King or Double Beds $99.00 double/single per night ($10.00 for additional guest per night per suite) (based on availability) Room block expires October 16, 2007 Free: Breakfast Buffet included |
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This page was last updated Oct. 31, 2007
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The University of Arizona
1295 N. Martin Ave.
P.O. Box 210202
Tucson, AZ 85721-0202
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Lmellor@pharmacy.arizona.edu
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