The weekend schedule will include classroom experiences, theatrical and musical performances, conversations with faculty and staff, and athletic events.   If you have any questions about Family Weekend, please call the Dean of Students Office at 704-894-2225. 

Friday, October 23

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Registration
Brown Atrium, Alvarez College Union

11:00 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Lunch
Vail Commons (regular line service; pay at door)

1:30 p.m. - 2:20 p.m.
"Making the Most of College and Careers"
Sprinkle Room, Alvarez College Union (top floor)
Explore the interface of college and careers for liberal arts students in difficult economic times.

or

"Chemistry Magic Show"
Room G10, Martin Science Building
Join the Davidson College chemistry department for some chemistry fun as the American Chemical Society-Student Affiliates host a chemistry magic show.

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
State of the College Address
C. Shaw Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union
President Tom Ross and members of the Principal Executive Staff discuss the state of college affairs.

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Faculty Reception for Families
Alvarez College Union
Come meet the members of the faculty in this informal and relaxing setting. See the map in your registration packet for department locations.

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Open House for the Families of Bonner Scholars 
Community Service Office, Alvarez College Union (top floor)
Come enjoy an opportunity to talk with the Bonner staff, learn what the Bonners have been up to this semester and enjoy some light refreshments.

5:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Autumn Feast in Davidson
Vail Commons
No reservations needed. Cost: $10.70 per person for parents and guests; students on Vail Commons meal plan can use meal plan, declining balance, or bonus bucks.

6:15 p.m.
Hillel Shabbat Service
Congregation House of the Davidson College Presbyterian Church (on Concord Road, across from the back of the church)

7:00 p.m.
Volleyball vs. Western Carolina University
Belk Arena, Baker Sports Complex

7:00 p.m.
Music Department Showcase
Sanctuary, Davidson College Presbyterian Church
The Davidson College Symphony Orchestra and Concert Choir perform.

8:00 p.m.
The Davidson College Theatre Department's fall production of Molière's Tartuffe. This show is for mature audiences. Ticket required. To purchase tickets, call 704-894-2135 or click here.
Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center

10:00 p.m.
Davidson Jazz Ensemble
C. Shaw Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union
Come out to experience Davidson's "big band" of students.
 

Saturday, October 24

8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Registration Continues
Brown Atrium, Alvarez College Union

9:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Brunch
Vail Commons (regular line service; pay at door)

10:30 a.m.
Fall Convocation
Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center
The college community comes together to honor outstanding students and faculty. The Class of 2010 will march in academic regalia for the first time.

12:00 p.m.
Picnic
Chambers Lawn
Rain location - Baker Sports Complex
Tickets required. $12.00 per person for parents and guests; no additional charge for students on Vail Commons meal plan. For tickets and special dietary requests, contact Lisa Brown at 704-894-2605 or librown@davidson.edu by Wednesday, October 21 at noon.

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
International Festival 
Brown Atrium, Alvarez College Union
Come support students from around the world who will be sharing their cultures through cultural displays, student performances, great international food, and lots of fun.

12:00 p.m.
Field Hockey vs. Appalachian State University
Carol Grotnes Belk Turf Field

1:00 p.m.
Football vs. Drake University
Richardson Stadium
Ticket required. Click here to purchase tickets. 

4:00 p.m.
Music and Dance Extravaganza
Chambers Lawn
Rain location: Brown Atrium, Alvarez College Union
Performances from the Dance Ensemble and Davidson's step team, Shades of Brown, as well as the vocal stylings of student a cappella groups the Generals, the Delilahs, and Androgyny.

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Dinner
Vail Commons (regular line service; pay at door)

7:00 p.m.
Men's Soccer vs. Wofford
Alumni Soccer Stadium
Ticket required. Click here to purchase tickets. 

8:00 p.m.
Tartuffe 
This show is for mature audiences. Ticket required. To purchase tickets, call 704-894-2135 or click here.
Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center

10:30 p.m.
Late-night Family Band
C. Shaw Smith 900 Room, Alvarez College Union
Davidson families are invited to come relax and dance to live music hosted by the Union Board. Bar open.

Sunday, October 25

9:30 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.
Brunch
Vail Commons  (regular line service; pay at door)

10:00 a.m.
Catholic Campus Ministry Family Mass
Sprinkle Room, Alvarez College Union

11:00 a.m.
Worship Service
Davidson College Presbyterian Church (on campus)

2:00 p.m. 
Volleyball vs. Appalachian State University 
Belk Arena, Baker Sports Complex

2:00 p.m.
Tartuffe
This show is for mature audiences. Ticket required. To purchase tickets, call 704-894-2135 or click here.
Duke Family Performance Hall, Knobloch Campus Center

Registration

Parents may register in the Brown Atrium of the Alvarez College Union on Friday, October 23 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Saturday, October 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Fall Convocation 

The college community comes together to honor outstanding students and faculty. The Class of 2010 will march in academic regalia for the first time. Join us Saturday, October 24 at 10:30 a.m. in the Duke Family Performance Hall in the Knobloch Campus Center. Picnic lunch will follow.

Educational Opportunities for Parents

Parents are invited to attend presentations on Friday afternoon, including the American Chemical Society-Student Affiliates' chemistry magic show or a discussion titled "Making the Most of College and Careers" highlighting careers for liberal arts students in unique economic times. Parents may also attend Friday classes with their student with advance permission from the professor. In addition, families are invited to a reception with faculty on Friday afternoon.

Religious Services

Those wanting to attend services at area houses of worship can find a schedule of local options by clicking here. In addition to the worship service offered at Davidson College Presbyterian Church at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 25, the Chaplain's Office is sponsoring the Hillel Shabbat Service on Friday, October 23 at 6:15 p.m. in the Congregation House of Davidson College Presbyterian Church and the Campus Catholic Ministry Mass on Sunday, October 25 at 10:00 a.m. in the Sprinkle Room of the Alvarez College Union.

Fine Arts Entertainment

The Davidson College Theatre Department presents its fall production of Molière's Tartuffe, directed by Ann Marie Costa. Tartuffe is a funny and provocative French comedy classic. The New York Times says, "Hypocrisy never seems to go out of fashion and Moliere's cautionary tale of the perils of holier than thou religious fervor is as timely as ever." This show is for mature audiences. Recommended for ages 13 and up.

October 23 & 24 at 8:00 pm
October 25 at 2:00 pm
General Admission  $15
Students $6
Duke Family Performance Hall
To purchase tickets, call 704-894-2135 or click here. 

The Davidson College Symphony Orchestra and Concert Choir perform in the Davidson College Presbyterian Church Sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 23.

The Davidson Jazz Ensemble will play in the C. Shaw Smith 900 Room of the Alvarez College Union on Friday, October 23 at 10:00 p.m.

The Music and Dance Extravaganza will showcase selections from the Dance Ensemble and Shades of Brown step team as well as the vocal stylings of the student a cappella singers the Generals, the Delilahs, and Androgyny. These performances take place on Saturday, October 24 at 4:00 p.m. in front of Chambers.

The Van Every/Smith Galleries current exhibit is STARING which includes paintings and drawings by Doug Auld and Chris Rush; and the photographs of Weegee, Diane Arbus, and additional artists. The gallery hours are weekdays 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and weekends noon- 4:00 p.m.