April 2006
UPCOMING ALUMNI EVENTS

Baseball and Softball Tailgate
William Jewell College Campus
Polly Grant Memorial Baseball Field
Saturday, April 8
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM (games following)
Cost: $10.00 per person

Join the William Jewell College Office of Alumni Relations as we honor the Men's Baseball Team and the Women's Softball Team for Senior Day. Enjoy a tailgate lunch served near the Polly Grant Memorial Baseball Field. Lunch includes grilled hot dogs, brats and burgers; baked beans, potato salad, cookies and soft drinks. After lunch watch the men battle Baker University at 1:00 p.m. while the women challenge Central Methodist University in a double header at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person and advance reservations are required. To purchase tickets contact Joyce Hon at (816) 415-7565 or alumni@william.jewell.edu. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and get ready to celebrate these two teams.

HAAC Track and Field Championships
April 28-29

William Jewell hosts the HAAC Track and Field championships. The Heart of America Athletic Conference consists of Avila University, Baker University, Benedictine College, Central Methodist University, Culver-Stockton College, Evangel University, Graceland University, Lindenwood University, MidAmerica Nazarene University, Missouri Valley College and William Jewell College. For more information, see the Athletic tab on the Jewell website at www.jewell.edu.

A Celebration of Nursing Dinner
William Jewell College Campus
Saturday, April 29

Reconnect with fellow nursing alumni as we celebrate 32 years of achievements in Nursing. Enjoy a tour of the renovated in the Department of Nursing and a hard-hat tour of the Yates-Gill College Union. Reception begins at 5:00 p.m. Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. To make your reservations contact Joyce Hon at (816) 415-7565 or alumni@william.jewell.edu. Tickets are $20 per person.

Area Alumni Reception
Lee's Summit, Missouri and surrounding area
May 7

To request an invitation or for more information regarding this event, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@william.jewell.edu or call 816-415-7565.

Cardinal Club Luncheon
Chappell's Restaurant and Sports Museum
North Kansas City, Missouri
Monday, May 15
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Cost: $12.00

Join fellow fans of Cardinal athletics and catch up on exciting updates from coaches. Enjoy a great meal surrounded by unrivaled sports memorabilia. Cardinal Club lunches occur six times a year, so check back for upcoming dates. Seating is limited, so please email alumni@william.jewell.edu to reserve your place.

William Jewell College Night at the Kansas City T-Bones
Community America Ballpark
Saturday, June 3
7:05 p.m.

Join fellow alumni and friends of William Jewell College in the "prime section" of seats in the ballpark. Tickets are $9.50 each (normally $14 per ticket) and are located behind first base. Seats are limited so call 816- 415-7565 or email alumni@william.jewell.edu to buy yours today.

Area Alumni Reception
Hannibal, Missouri and surrounding area
June 3

To request an invitation or for more information regarding this event, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@william.jewell.edu or call 816-415-7565.

2nd Annual Sorority Slumber Party
Country Club Plaza and William Jewell College Campus
Friday, June 9 - Saturday, June 10

Members of the WJC Sororities are invited to join us on the Country Club Plaza for dinner at Buca di Beppo and a slumber party at the newly renovated Sheraton Suites. We'll journey to Jewell on Saturday morning for breakfast at the President's home and a tour of campus landmarks and Semple Hall and Wing. Choose from one of the following packages designed to fit every social calendar and budget. For reservations, contact the Office of Alumni Relations by phone at 816-415-7565 or by email at alumni@william.jewell.edu.
"Slumber Party" - $155 - includes hotel accommodations (two per room) Friday dinner at 6:00 p.m., Saturday breakfast at 9:00 a.m., goodies and a special gift. Hotel check in at 4:00 p.m.
"Merry Meals" - $40 - Friday dinner at 6:00 p.m. and Saturday breakfast at 9:00 a.m. includes dinner, breakfast and goodies.
"Girls Night Out" - $30 - includes Friday dinner at 6:00 p.m. Includes dinner and goodies.
"Lattes and Laughter" - $15 - includes Saturday breakfast at 9:00 a.m. Includes breakfast and goodies.

"Homecoming 2006"
Thursday, October 12

Reunion Weekend begins for members of the classes of 1956, 1946 and 1936

Friday, October 13
16th Annual Homecoming Golf tournament
Other events to be announced

Saturday, October 14
Special activities occurring in the newly renovated Yates-Gill College Union and on the Quad
Homecoming tailgate lunch and pep rally.
Homecoming football game WJC vs. Graceland University
All-Alumni Dinner and Dance; Athletic Hall of Fame and Alumni Service Awards presented

For more information on any of these events, visit www.jewell.edu and click on "Alumni & Friends," then "Event," or inquire by email at alumni@william.jewell.edu or by phone at 816-415-7565.