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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7

8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Welcome Center
Lehigh University Bookstore
See Friday 8 a.m. for details.

8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
The College of Business and Economics Undergraduate Experience
Rauch Business Center, Perella Auditorium
The associate dean and director of undergraduate programs, along with the director of undergraduate advising, present an overview of the college’s core curriculum, and host a question and answer session with parents and students.

8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
The College of Education: Overview and How to Earn a Bachelor’s, M.Ed., and PA Teaching Certificate in 5 Years
Barnes & Noble Cafe, LU Bookstore
Associate Dean Ward Cates will provide information about the college and host a question and answer session with parents and students.

8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
The College of Arts and Sciences: The Power of the Liberal Arts Education
Zoellner Arts Center, Room 145
Updates on new initiatives such as STEPS and international experiences, and how a liberal arts education prepares students for professional and educational changes ahead. Don’t miss this opportunity for discussion and Q&A with the dean and faculty.

8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
College of Engineering and Applied Science Open House
For First-Year Students and Families
Stop by Packard Lab Room 466 to meet the associate dean, who can answer questions about the first-year academic experience, including courses, AP/transfer credit, major selection, etc.
For Majors and Families
Bioengineering: Lewis Lab, Room 316
Chemical Engineering: Wood Dining at Iacocca Hall/Mountaintop Campus
Civil and Environmental Engineering: Fritz Lab, Main Floor
Computer Engineering: Packard Lab Lobby
Computer Science: Packard Lab Lobby
Electrical Engineering: Packard Lab Lobby
Industrial and Systems Engineering: 451 Mohler Lab
Materials Science and Engineering: Whitaker Lab Lobby
Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics: Packard Lab Lobby

9:00 a.m.
Phi Eta Sigma Induction Ceremony
Packer Chapel

9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Meet the Global Citizenship Trip Leaders: Costa Rica 2010
Global Union Lounge, Coxe Hall

9:30 a.m.
IBE Honors Breakfast
Zoellner Arts Center, Black Box Theatre
Open to first-year Integrated Business and Engineering students and their families by invitation only. For more information, please contact Prof. Steve Buell at sgb2@lehigh.edu.

10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Catholic Student Center Open House
Newman Center, 417 Carlton Avenue on the
campus of the University Parish of Holy Ghost.
All Lehigh students and their families are invited to visit the Newman Center’s facilities.

10 a.m.
A Special Welcome for Asa Packer Society Parents
Parents who are members of the Asa Packer Society are invited to stop in the atrium of Zoellner Arts Center in advance of the president's presentation to receive a special gift on behalf of the Society and Lehigh's Parents' Council.

10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Dialogue with the President and Administrators
Zoellner Arts Center, Baker Hall
University administrators will join President Gast to answer your questions.

10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Lehigh vs. Rider Swimming and Diving
Jacobs Pool, Taylor Gym
Diving begins at 10:00 a.m., with swimming at 12:30 p.m. Free admission. For information, visit
www.lehighsports.com or call (610) 758-GAME.

11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m.
Guided Tours of Bethlehem - SOLD OUT
Brodhead and Packer Avenue Lot
Learn some history and see what’s new in Bethlehem, “The Christmas City.” Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis and tours are $6. Check in 10 minutes before departure; tickets will not be issued.

12:30 p.m.
Lehigh vs. Holy Cross Football Game
Murray H. Goodman Campus,
Murray H. Goodman Stadium
Students can purchase tickets anytime by visiting the Grace Hall Ticket Office on campus. General admission is $11 per person, free for Lehigh students with I.D. For reserved $15 chairback and bench seats, parents should order directly by contacting the Athletics Ticket Office at (610) 7LUGAME or visiting www.lehighsports.com. Chairback and reserved bench seats are limited, so purchase yours early!

3 p.m.
Improv Show by the Hobo Army
Zoellner Arts Center, Black Box Theater
The Hobo Army is Lehigh's only performing arts troupe dedicated to improvised comedy.  Spinning games and scenes from audience suggestions, they're sure to become your favorite bunch of bums on campus!  Featuring short-form games like those seen on TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?" as well as longform, Chicago-style improv, their shows are always totally free!

Email thehoboarmy@gmail.com with any questions.

4 p.m.
Lehigh vs. Colgate Volleyball
Grace Hall
Free admission. For information, visit www.lehighsports.com or call (610) 758-GAME.

8 p.m.
Lehigh University Department of Theatre
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare
Zoellner Arts Center, Diamond Theater
See Friday 8 p.m. listing for full details.

8 p.m.
Lehigh University Music Department
LU Fusion Fest: Hollywood Jazz
Zoellner Arts Center, Baker Hall
Lehigh student jazz musicians join the Lehigh Valley Jazz Repertory Orchestra to play music from the movies. $15 single ticket; $5 student; children 17 and under free. To order, visit the Zoellner Arts Center box office or call (610) 7LU-ARTS.

Immediately Following Performances
Post-Show Dessert Reception
Hosted by ArtsLehigh
Zoellner Arts Center
Parents of cast members and jazz musicians are cordially invited to attend an exclusive reception following the performances of their sons and daughters in the Theatre Department’s Twelfth Night and the Music Department’s “Fusion Fest.” Details pending—by invitation only.

8 p.m.
University Productions Comedian
Upright Citizen's Brigade
Packard Lab Auditorium
An improvised show with no script and audience participation. A great family event! Tickets are $10 and will be sold Wednesday, Nov. 4 to to Friday, Nov. 6 from 12 - 1 p.m. in Ulrich and the University Center. They will also be sold Saturday, Nov. 7 in the bookstore from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and at the door.
For information, contact Student Activities at (610) 758-6670.