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May
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May
15
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Education :: Misc also Special Events :: Community Event
UM All-Alumni Reunion Celebration
12:00 PM (America/Denver)
University of Montana
Description:
Event spans May 15-17. A series of events for University of Montana alumni and friends in conjunction with Spring Commencement.

The University of Montana Alumni Association invites you to travel back to campus for a special three-day event to revisit your old stomping grounds, reunite with fellow alums, and fondly remember your time at UM. Alumni celebrating their 50th or greater class anniversary will be inducted into the Montana Treasures group, and we invite all alums to be honored right alongside the Class of 2014 during the spring Commencement Ceremony. Please see the schedule below for these new and exciting events we have planned for you.

Thursday, May 15

Noon-5 p.m.: Reunion Registration - Presidents Room in Brantly Hall

Montana Treasures Activity Registration fees: $15 for current dues-paying members, $20 for non-UMAA members. There is no additional fee for a spouse or guest. Come pick up your gift bags and name tags, peruse class annuals, be fitted for a cap and gown, and enjoy a snack.

4 p.m.-6 p.m.: President's Social - Brantly Hall

Cost: $10 per person. University of Montana President Royce Engstrom and several University administrators look forward to joining you and your classmates for an enjoyable afternoon complete with delicious hors d'oeuvres and a hosted bar.

Friday, May 16

7:30 a.m. Early Bird Campus Walk - Departs from DoubleTree Hotel lobby

All Alumni Activity 8 a.m. Hike to the "M" - Departs from Brantly Hall

These are free events. Savor Missoula's crisp morning air as you take a stroll to your beloved UM campus accompanied by one our UM Advocates. If you're looking for a bit more exercise, we invite you to hike the "M" trail.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. Reunion Registration Continues - Presidents Room in Brantly Hall

9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Historic Missoula Bus or Walking Tour with Lunch - Departs from the DoubleTree Hotel lobby

Bus tour cost: $30 per person. A Missoula guide will narrate your trip around town with stories of what's old and new, highlighting all your favorite spots. You will stop at Fort Missoula to visit the grounds, buildings and museum, and then continue downtown to Caras Park to enjoy an outdoor lunch.

All Alumni Activity Walking tour cost: $15 per person. Looking for a little more exercise? We invite you to join us on a walking tour around the many historical landmarks and public works of art in the downtown area, concluding at Caras Park. Following the walking tour, we invite you to enjoy a family-friendly afternoon with an outdoor lunch at Caras Park. Spend some time enjoying the amazing Clark Fork riverfront, and maybe even take a ride on Missoula's Carousel. If you would like to take a campus tour after lunch, the bus will stop at Brantly Hall on the return trip to the DoubleTree Hotel.

Montana Treasures Activity 5:30-10 p.m. Montana Treasures Dinner - DoubleTree Hotel ballroom
Cost: $30 per person. This special evening for our alums celebrating their 50th (Class of 1964) and 50-Plus (all years prior to 1964) Class Anniversaries will give you a chance to reminisce about your college days with your former classmates. You will be honored for your landmark class anniversary with a commemorative medallion and induction into the Montana Treasures. Please note that this event features a no-host bar.

5:30-6:30 p.m. Registration and social hour (you will receive a nametag, goodie bag and yearbook photo button at this time).

6:30- 7:30 p.m. Montana Treasures dinner

7:30 p.m. Enjoy a special musical performance that is sure to bring back memories and keep your feet tapping with your favorite songs.

5:30-8 p.m. All-Alumni Social - Montgomery Distillery
This is a free event. All other UM alums are invited to gather and socialize at this unique downtown establishment. Enjoy one of the classic and culinary mixed drinks from Montgomery's seasonal menu or try the IMA-GRIZ a hand-crafted cocktail created especially for our returning UM alums. Spend the evening reminiscing with classmates and meeting new fellow alums. Show your Montana pride by wearing your Griz Gear! Please note that this event features a no-host bar.

Saturday, May 17

8:10 a.m. All-Alumni Reunion at Commencement - Buses depart from the DoubleTree Hotel Lobby and the Holiday Inn parking lot.

This is a free event. A bus will take attendees to the stadium from two locations: the Holiday Inn parking lot (near the public parking garage) and the parking lot of the DoubleTree Hotel. Meet in your designated area to begin boarding buses at 8 a.m. to attend UM's 2014 Commencement exercises at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Your family members and friends are welcome to join us on the bus to avoid parking difficulties on campus. A bus also will return you to your designated parking lot following the reunion luncheon. (Bus ride is free, but please note there will be only one trip to and from the stadium.)

8:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast and Cap & Gown Fitting
This is a free event. At the stadium you will be escorted to the event location inside the stadium for registration and cap and gown fittings. A continental breakfast will be served on the field. Commencement seating will be reserved for your family members and guests.

10 a.m. Commencement Ceremony

This is a free event. At the stadium you will be escorted to the event location inside the stadium for registration and cap and gown fittings. A continental breakfast will be served on the field. Commencement seating will be reserved for your family members and guests.

11:30 a.m. All-Alumni and Montana Treasures Reunion Luncheon

Cost: $15 per person. Following the Commencement ceremony, you are invited to enjoy a luncheon and refreshments in the stadium area to enjoy a luncheon and refreshments. President Royce Engstrom and UM Alumni Relations Director Bill Johnston will join the luncheon to congratulate and toast all Class Representatives.

12:30 p.m. (approximately): Return bus ride will follow the conclusion of the luncheon. Note there will be only one ride back to the downtown parking lots. If you plan to leave the luncheon before 12:30 p.m. you will be responsible for securing alternate transportation.
Age Group: All Ages
Venue: University of Montana
Address: Brantly Hall Office of Alumni Relations Missoula, MT 59812
Phone: 1-877-862-5867

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