7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Alumni Weekend Registration - Campus Center Concourse
Stop by Alumni Weekend headquarters to pick up your welcome packet and event tickets, and to sign up for tours. You can also meet up with friends at the Class of 1966 gathering space featuring era-related memorabilia.

7:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Blue Wall Big Breakfast
Stop by the Blue Wall for a hearty breakfast sure to provide energy for the day's activities. Enjoy delicious meal options while planning your day with classmates and fellow alumni. All are welcome. Cost is a la carte.

8:00 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.
Morning Yoga for Beginners - Campus Center, Room 904-08
Wake up and find your inner balance before starting the day. Certified yoga instructor Christine Ramponi will lead this beginner level class that will focus on relaxation, stretching, breath work and core strengthening; yoga mats will be provided. All are welcome. No cost to attend.

9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Class of 1966 Open Mic - Campus Center, Room 162-75
Class of 1966 alumni are invited to enjoy entertainment, spoken word and shared memories from fellow classmates. Come to the Alumni Weekend registration area to sign up for a time block to present or to view the performance schedule. Private event for the Class of '66. No cost to attend.

9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Global Climate Change Strategies - Campus Center, Room 803
Come learn about new initiatives and how you can help combat the impacts of on-going and future climate change to reduce our carbon footprint.
     The historic agreement reached by nearly 200 countries during the United Nations Global Climate Change Conference in December in Paris, France defines new tools available for individual, collective and international action to combat the devastating effects of climate change. Innovations include new technologies for renewable energy, climate financing and partnerships between governments, non-profits and business. All are welcome. No cost to attend. 
Presented by Dr. Arun Jhaveri ’64 MS, one of the nation’s leading energy advisors. 

9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. 
Campus Bus Tour 
Experience UMass history through its iconic buildings and hear about the future of the flagship campus as you tour the university's changing landscape. A Campus Planning guide will lead the tour. All are welcome. Sign up at the Alumni Weekend registration area. Space is limited. No cost to attend.

9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Champion Center Tour
Follow a guided walking tour from the Campus Center to the new practice and training facility for the UMass men's and women's basketball teams. The space will house a dedicated Legacy Hall highlighting UMass basketball history. All are welcome. Sign up at the Alumni Weekend registration area. Space is limited. No cost to attend.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Special Collections and University Archives Open House - 25th Floor, Library
The Department of Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) collects materials of enduring historical value and supports research and learning for the flagship campus and beyond. Come to our Reading Room on the library's 25th floor and see highlights from SCUA's collections, including UMass photos, maps and memorabilia, and learn about our digital repository, Credo. SCUA's curators are excited to share UMass history with you! All are welcome. No cost to attend.

10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Growing Season: Women in Agriculture & Food Production Exhibit - Library
Drawing on material held in Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA), this exhibit comprises two parts.
     On the lower level, view photographs, printed material and other historic artifacts that emphasize the key roles women took on in agriculture and food production at Massachusetts Agricultural College (MAC or "Mass Aggie") from the 1910s into the 1930s. Addressing local food supply issues affected by the changing economy, World WAR i and the population movement from farms to cities, MAC developed special and short course programs that engaged women in practical agriculture, such as gardening, fruit growing and dairying, and increasingly rural social services and home economics.  Expanding its reach, the Extension Service sought to engage rural and farm community members with instructional workshops and pamphlets. *This portion of the exhibit is located on the Lower Level of the W.E.B. Du Bois Library.
     Then head to the Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) reading room on the 25th floor to see displays that highlight women and food production. Featured are vintage cookbooks focused on preservation and canning; material from the papers of Helen Hunerwadel, an experienced instructor in canning technologies who taught and advised on agricultural matters in Burma and Iran in the 1940s and 1950s; and items from the papers of Elizabeth Henderson, an organic farming pioneer and activist and founding member of the Northeast Organic Farming Association in Massachusetts. *This portion of the exhibit is located in the SCUA reading room on the 25th floor of the W.E.B. Du Bois Library. All are welcome. No cost to attend.

10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Class of 1966 Remembrance Ceremony - Bernie Dallas Room
Join fellow members of the Class of 1966 for a remembrance ceremony to honor classmates who have passed away. All are welcome. No cost to attend.

10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Campus Bus Tour 
Experience UMass history through its iconic buildings and hear about the future of the flagship campus as you tour the university's changing landscape. A Campus Planning guide will lead the tour. All are welcome. Sign up at the Alumni Weekend registration area. Space is limited. No cost to attend.

10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Champion Center Tour
Follow a guided walking tour from the Campus Center to the new practice and training facility for the UMass men's and women's basketball teams. The space will house a dedicated Legacy Hall highlighting UMass basketball history. All are welcome. Sign up at the Alumni Weekend registration area. Space is limited. No cost to attend.

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
50th and Emeriti Brunch - Campus Center Auditorium
Join classmates and fellow alumni for a brunch featuring welcome remarks from Chancellor Kumble R. Subbaswamy. Special milestone recognition will be given to those celebrating their 55th, 60th, 65th, and 70th class reunions. In addition, the Class of 1966 will receive their 50th Reunion pins as they are inducted into the Emeriti class. Private event for the Class of 1966 and Emeriti Alumni.
Cost: $20 per person and advance registration is suggested; seating is limited.

1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Cooking Local & Fresh - Marriott Center
Join our team of award-winning chefs as they prepare a 100% local meal with produce from the Pioneer Valley. UMass Dining is committed to supporting a healthy and resilient New England food system. As a result, UMass Dining is currently on track to invest $3.2 million (and growing) in sustainable foods each year, with more than half sourced from New England farms, cooperatives and vendors. After the cooking is complete, sit back, relax and enjoy your mouthwatering masterpiece! All are welcome. Advance registration is suggested; seating is limited. No cost to attend. 

1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Strengths Finder - Campus Center, Room 804-08
Clifton StrengthsFinder is an online assessment that helps individuals identify, comprehend and maximize their strengths. Come learn how to leverage your strengths to get the most out of your personal and professional life. Please take the online assessment prior to this session and bring your results. Access instructions for the assessment will be provided after registering. Presented by Matt Braddak, director of AmeriCorps at Springfield College. All are welcome
No cost to attend session. $15 Pre-registration cost to take online test.

1:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Chemistry Reunion - Integrated Sciences Building Atrium & Room 221
Alumni, students and friends are invited to attend the 2016 Chemistry Alumni Reunion to reminisce, reconnect and learn about departmental updates. Featured presentations will include, "In the Spotlight: STEM Education and the National Academies," presented by Gabriela Weaver and "Elementary: Promoting UMass Chemistry Through Forensic Courses and Other Outreach Efforts," presented by Raina Kittilstved. All are welcome. No cost to attend.

1:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Physics Reunion: Back to the Future - Lederle Graduate Research Center, Room 1033
The Physics Department invites all current and former physics students to a social gathering to reconnect, reminisce and look ahead. Listen to a talk given by physics alumnus, Robert Deegan '91, associate professor of physics at the University of Michigan, connect with new and seasoned faculty and network with fellow graduates. Also, learn about current research and new developments in the department. All are welcome. No cost to attend.

1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Politicial Science and Legal Studies Reunion - Amherst Room
In celebration of the department's 60th anniversary, please join fellow alumni as we celebrate the Polticial Science and Legal Studies programs through the years. All are welcome. No cost to attend.

3:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
One-Bowl Meals: Demonstration & Tasting - Hadley Room
One-bowl meals are one of the hottest culinary trends, representing a delicious fusion of tradition, comfort and convenience - not to mention fresh, healthy ingredients! Join our award-winning UMass Dining team for a discussion of various one-bowl meals and a demonstration of how to prepare ramen noodles, chicken curry and traditional Korean Bibimbap - a combination sure to impress at your next gathering. After the demonstration, get a taste of the creations! All are welcome. Advance registration is suggested; seating is limited. No cost to attend.

6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Libations Celebration & Casino Night - Campus Center Auditorium
Join fellow alumni for a night of fun, food and entertainment. Try your luck at popular casino games and put your "winnings" towards raffle prizes. Enjoy dinner from food stations paired with spirits from local breweries and wineries. Live music will fill the air as The Majestics take the stage to perform music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. All are welcome.
Cost: $30 per person; includes 2 complimentary drink tickets. Pre-registration suggested.