Syracuse University

One-on-One: Frank Langella and Ted Koppel 
***SOLD OUT***  We will have a link to watch the tape of the broacast soon.

Thursday, October 1, 8 p.m.
Archbold theater at Syracuse Stage
820 East Genesee Street
Celebrated broadcast journalist and former Nightline anchor Ted Koppel '60, H'00 will interview Tony Award-winning and Oscar-nominated actor Frank Langella '59 in this very special Orange Central event. 

Joyce Carol Oates Lecture

Friday, October 2, 10 a.m.
Hergenhan Auditorium, Newhouse 3
With more than 50 novels, 30-plus collections of short stories, eight volumes of poetry, plays, and innumerable essays and book reviews to her credit, Joyce Carol Oates '60, H'00 is one of the world's most prolific¿and most acclaimed¿authors. In this lecture, she will offer selected readings and commentary, followed by a Q&A session with the audience. R.S.V.P. to Alumni Relations at 800.ALUMS (782.5867) or sualumni@syr.edu.

George Arents Awards

Friday, October 2, 11:30 a.m.
Goldstein Auditorium
Schine Student Center
The George Arents Award is Syracuse University's highest alumni honor, created to recognize those who are leaders in their fields. Held in conjunction with the Reunion Gala Luncheon, the award ceremony will honor this year's recipients, Karen DeCrow L'72, Samuel V. Goekjian '52, Frank A. Langella '59, Donald G. McPherson '87, and Joyce Carol Oates '60, H'00.

Orange Circle Award Party

Friday, October 2, 4 p.m.
Goldstein Auditorium
Schine Student Center
Don't miss this fun, fabulous, and first-ever event, where we'll toast altruistic SU people who are doing extraordinary things in support of others. Honored will be John A. Couri '63 and Elaine C. Couri, Wesley Dias '74, Jules R. Setnor, M.D. '32, G'35, Marilyn Costello Tickner '03, the Syracuse University Sport Management Club, and the coordinators of the 2009 Senior Class Gift, Samina S. Noorani '09 and Emma S. Dovi '09.

Winslow Homer's Empire State: Houghton Farm and Beyond

SUArt Galleries
Shaffer Art Building
Winslow Homer's summer visits to Houghton Farm in Mountainville, New York, marked a crucial turning point in the artist's career. This exhibition of watercolors, oil paintings, and drawings created there is the first to examine Homer's most adventurous work and the beginning of his artistic maturity. Stop in at the SUArt Galleries or join a guided tour on Friday at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. Reservations required for tour; call 800.SUALUMS (782.5867) or e-mail sualumni@syr.edu.

Dedication of Ernie Davis Hall

Friday, October 2, 9 a.m.
619 Comstock Avenue
Be there for the dedication of SU's first new residence hall in 40 years, named for SU's legendary number 44. This new nine-story structure offers a mix of room types, as well as lounges and laundry facilities on each floor. The building also boasts a 500-seat dining facility, 2,000 square feet of academic space, and a 10,600-square-foot recreation facility.

Letterwinners of Distinction Dinner

Friday, October 2,  6 p.m.
Turning Stone Resort and Casino
Verona, New York
This year's Team of Distinction honors will go to the 1959 national championship-winning football team. For more information, contact Henry Wildhack at hwildhac@syr.edu or 315.443.4370.

Dean's Breakfasts

Join the dean for a complimentary continental breakfast Saturday morning and hear the latest about your home college. Reservations are required. See schedule of events for times and locations.

'Cuse Commotion

The Homecoming traditions continue with the parade, pep rally, bonfire, and barbecue. It all starts Friday at 5:30 p.m., when alumni are invited to join the students in the parade from the Schine Student Center to the Quad. Enjoy the original banners, floats, and SU spirit. Following the parade, join Otto and members of the football team, marching band, cheerleaders, and dance team for the pep rally and bonfire.

Homecoming Barbecue

Friday, October 2, 6:30 p.m.
On the Quad
A welcome-back-to-campus party will bring alumni and students together on the Quad on Friday for food and fun! Advance reservations are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. For details or reservations, call 800.SUALUMS (782.5867) or e-mail sualumni@syr.edu. Rain location will be in the Panasci Lounge, Schine Student Center.

Donor Recognition Tailgate

The tailgate will take place at Goldstein Auditorium, Schine Student Center, at 10 a.m. on Saturday. This event is by invitation only and you must have called to R.S.V.P.

Archbold Stadium: The Story of '78¿The Orangemen's Last Game in Archbold Stadium

Friday, October 2, 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Saturday, October 3, 3 p.m.
Watson theater, Watson Hall
Experience the game through this great documentary featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews with Bill Hurley '80, Floyd Little '67, Art Monk '80, and Joe Morris '82. You'll also be able to meet the film's creators¿Gordon Brooks '09 and Erick Ferris G'09.