Alumni Events
Thursday, October 4
Friday, October 5
Saturday, October 6
Sunday, October 7
Thursday, October 4
Noon, “Going Green: The Changing Landscape at St. Ambrose,”
Rogalski Center Gottlieb Lounge
Brown bag presentation by Physical Plant Director Jim Hannon ’84. Explore how St. Ambrose is using environmental practices such as biodiesel, sustainable building products and storm water management to foster a “green” campus.
Friday, October 5
10 am, Inauguration Mass, Christ the King Chapel, by invitation only.
2 pm, Inauguration of Sister Joan Lescinski, CSJ, PhD, thirteenth president of St. Ambrose University, by invitation only. Information at 563/333-6286 or on the inauguration website.
3:30 pm, Inauguration reception, Rogalski Center Ballroom. Open to the campus community and alumni.
6 pm, Reunion Class Activities, Various locations
7 pm–midnight, Alumni Get Together, Circle Tap, 1345 W. Locust St.
Return to an old watering hole! Meet your friends for fun on the Circle patio. Snacks will be provided.
9 pm, Homecoming Royalty Coronation and Pep Rally, Rogalski Center Patio
Homecoming royalty coronation and introduction of student-athletes.
Saturday, October 6
8 am, Twelfth Annual Killer Bee 5K Run/Walk, Starts in front of Rogalski Center
Awards for the top male and female alumni finishers, plus 13 age-category awards. Post-race celebration to follow. Registration is $17 by September 21, $22 late registration. Information at 563/333-6295. Download a registration form.
9 am, Bumble Rumble Fun Run for Kids, Starts in front of Rogalski Center
Two fun runs for kids: one for ages six and under, and another for ages seven through 10. Everyone who registers will receive a T-shirt and medal. Registration is $12 by September 21, $15 late registration. Information at 563/333-6295. Download a registration form.
10 am, Occupational Therapy Alumni Continuing Education, Location TBD
OT alumni can sign up for a continuing education credit class, “Infuse Your Practice with Evidence.”
10–11:30 am, Campus-wide Open House, Starting in the Rogalski Center food court
See what’s new at SAU! Current students will offer guided tours.
10:30 am, Football Reunion, Rookies, 2818 Brady St.
Appetizers provided.
11 am–1 pm, Taste of Ambrose, Brady Street Stadium
Purchase a variety of foods prepared by SAU clubs and organizations.
1 pm, Football vs. William Penn, Brady Street Stadium
Tickets can be purchased for $6 at the gate.
4–7 pm, Post-game Parties, Pat McGuire’s Grill, 3333 N. Harrison St. and
Rookies Sports Bar, 2818 N. Brady St.
Celebrate after the game with friends at these Quad City favorites.
6 pm, Reunion Class Dinners and Emeritus Society Induction, various locations
$25, RSVP required only for dinners, information 800/SAU-ALUM or 563/333-6290.
9 am–midnight, Student Homecoming Dance, Rogalski Center Ballroom
Alumni are welcome. $5 at the door.
Sunday, October 7
10:30 am, Homecoming Mass, Christ the King Chapel
Gather for Mass with students, faculty, staff and alumni.
11:30 am–1:30 pm, Family Picnic, Rogalski Center Patio
Picnic, live band and children's inflatable jumping area. $5 per person; children under six free.
11:45 am, Heritage Day Brunch
By special invitation