We love walk-up registrations! Meet us in the Burrow to pick up your packet if you've registered or to register for the weekend if you have not already.

 

Enjoy some great quality time with your student on the Hendrix campus during Family Weekend on September 25-27.  A sample of the events scheduled includes Saturday morning coffee with faculty; parent workshops; musical showcase and coffee house; a lecture by English professor, Dr. Alex Vernon; and a Convocation and music concert featuring guest speaker, David Granger, Editor-in-Chief of Esquire magazine and Hendrix parent. Of course, the best part of the weekend will be the time you spend with your student.  

                                Come and join the fun!

 

Scroll down past the schedule to view all the happy families at Famiy Weekend 2008...

 

 

Hendrix College

Family Weekend 2009

Sept. 25-27

Friday, September 25

8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.                          Registration                                                    The Burrow in Hulen Hall Check-in at our hospitality table and pick up the schedule of events and other goodies.

All Day                                                                                                       Classroom Visits for Selected Classes Sample the College’s nationally recognized academic programs by attending a class.  Schedules are available at the hospitality table.                                      

3:30 p.m.             Friday Afternoon Discussion                                                                    Raney Building Lobby  I eat therefore I am…Discussion of American Food Culture by Dr. Stella Capek and Dr. Joanna Seibert.

 6 p.m.                   Hendrix Players Presents What’s That? A Hat!                           Cabe Theatre                   Join us for a theatrical performance for the entire family, sponsored by the Hendrix – Murphy Foundation.

8:00 p.m.             Family Feud                                               The Burrow in Hulen Hall                                     Compete in a friendly family competition, hosted by the Hendrix Resident Assistants.

Saturday, September 26 

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.     Registration                                                                             The Burrow in Hulen Hall  Check-in at our hospitality table and pick up the schedule of events and other goodies.          

 8:30 – 9:45 a.m.     Saturday Morning Coffee with Faculty & Staff                                                 Plaza Fountain(Rain site, Hulen Ballroom)                                                                                                                                Get to know Hendrix faculty and staff members while enjoying coffee and pastries by the fountain.

9 a.m. – 5 p.m     Bookstore open                                                                                                          Hulen Hall Browse in the bookstore for the most recent Hendrix items and be sure to look for parent items!

10 a.m.     Family Weekend Convocation & Music Concert                                       Staples Auditorium

Featuring performances by the Hendrix Choir, Wind Ensemble, and Orchestra  and Guest Speaker, David Granger, Hendrix Parent and Esquire Magazine Editor in Chief.

4:15            Black/Orange Intra-squad Swimming and Diving Meet            Wellness and Athletic Center

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.  Beach Volleyball Blast                                               Behind the Wellness & Athletic Center

Campus-wide beach volleyball tournament and free lunch, sponsored by Fellowship of Christian Athletes.  Donations for FCA welcome.  

 11:30 a.m. – 1p.m             Lunch                                                                                          Hulen Ballroom  A ticket is required and can be picked up when you check-in at the Burrow in Hulen Hall.

 Noon Women’s      Field Hockey vs. Transylvania University                         Behind theWellness & Athletic Center

12:30 – 2 p.m. Family Photos                                                                                                                 Gazebo Photos taken by professional photographer Stuart Holt.

 

1 - 2 p.m.

Understanding the Hendrix Experience – Mini Sessions for Parents and Students

Mills

 Faculty and staff members will talk about what to expect during your student’s time at Hendrix.

·   Dr.David Sutherland, Academic Affairs Associate Provost, will give a brief overview of the first year academic experience, touching on course performance, support, and grades; advising; selecting a major, and privacy issues for academic records. Plenty of time will be reserved for questions. Mills A

·   Dr. Peter Gess, Director of International Programs, will share about opportunities for study abroad and international experiences. Mills B

·   Trista Grieder, Internship Coordinator, will discuss how Career Service Services helps your student prepare for his/her professional future. Mills C

·   Dr. Karla Carney-Hall, Vice President for Student Affairs, and members of her staff (Residence Life and Academic Support) will be available and would be happy to answer your questions.            Mills Lobby

1 p.m.                   Baseball Intra-Squad Game                                 Behind the Wellness & Athletic Center 

Fall World Series Game #5

 2 p.m.                   Hendrix Players Presents What’s That?  A Hat!                                                Cabe Theatre 

Join us for a theatrical performance for the entire family, sponsored by the Hendrix - Murphy Foundation.

3 p.m.             Faculty Lecture by Dr. Alex Vernon, Professor of English       D.W. Reynolds Rm. 13, basement

 4 p.m.                  Ultimate Frisbee Scrimmage                                           Behind the Wellness & Athletic Center

 4:30 p.m.             Sibling Sundaes                                                                                                     The Burrow

Students and their siblings can feast on sundaes together, hosted by The Office of Admission.

 6 p.m.             Hendrix Players Presents What’s That? A Hat!                                                      Cabe Theatre  

Join us for a theatrical performance for the entire family, sponsored by the Hendrix - Murphy Foundation.

    8 p.m.                   Coffee House Musical Showcase                                                               Hulen Ballroom 

Spend an evening being entertained by Hendrix College students, hosted by the Social Committee.

10 p.m.                 Bingo in the Burrow                                                                                              Burrow

Students and their siblings are invited to come and play this classic game with a chance to win great family prizes, sponsored by Residence Life.

 Sunday, September 27

 9 a.m.                   Parent Association Breakfast                                                                    Hulen Ballroom 

Join us for our annual meeting and get connected with other Hendrix College parents.

 10 a.m.                 Coffee                                                  Butler Plaza/Fountain (Rain site, Staples Lobby)

 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.     Beach Volleyball Blast                                         Behind the Wellness & Athletic Center

10:30 a.m.            Family Worship Service                                                                            Greene Chapel

 11:30 a.m.            Hendrix Legacies Luncheon                                                          Hulen Ballroom  Pre-registration requested.  Please inquire at our Welcome Center on Friday or Saturday.

12 p.m.                 Women’s Field Hockey vs. Centre College        Behind the Wellness & Athletic Center