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The Thomas Jefferson Society of Alumni is the longest continuous reunion program at the University of Virginia. This society consists of alumni who have graduated from the University 50 years ago or more. As a member of this society, you are invited to come back to Reunions each June and to other special events throughout the year.

A GREAT HONOR

THURSDAY, JUNE 44 - 6 p.m. Reunions Weekend Welcome Reception

FRIDAY, JUNE 59 - 10 a.m. Seminar (topic TBA) at Alumni Hall 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Rum, Rummy, Rampaging, and Research: Life at Early UVA11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lunch for the TJ Society and Classes of 1960 and 19651:15 - 2:15 p.m. Research at UVA: The Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease 2:45 - 3:45 p.m. The Rotunda and Beyond: Recent Historic Preservation at UVA6:30 - 9 p.m. Class Dinners

SATURDAY, JUNE 68:45 - 9 a.m. Lawn Procession9:15 - 10:30 a.m. President’s Address, Alumni Recognitions and Induction of Thomas Jefferson Society Members10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Keynote Speaker (TBA)12:15 - 1:30 p.m. School Luncheons6:30 - 9 p.m. Dinner & Dancing

SUNDAY, JUNE 79 - 10:30 a.m. Farewell Brunch

featuring Larry Sabato

Weekend Highlights

Your reunion will attract hundreds of your classmates and friends for seminars, picnics, band parties, dinners, dancing, receptions, fitness opportunities, meeting old friends and making new ones.

From elegant dinners on the Lawn to unforgettable keynote speakers, UVA Reunions has something for everyone. Explore weekend highlights on the following pages, then review the full schedule and register online at www.virginiareunions.com.

COME BACK TO GROUNDS!

WHO WILL BE THERE?On June 4–7, 2020, members of the Thomas Jefferson Society (alumni who graduated 50 years or more ago) and individual classes celebrating milestone reunions (1960, 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985) will be back on the Grounds for UVA Reunions.

THURSDAY, JUNE 4Monticello Excursion9 a.m. - 3 p.m. / Departs from Alumni HallEnjoy a visit and special behind-the-scenes tour of Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello—the only home in America on the elite UNESCO World Heritage List—followed by lunch at the Monticello Woodland Pavilion. Transportation will be provided from Alumni Hall and shut-tles will depart at 9:30 a.m. Participation requires an additional fee of $65 per person and includes lunch. Presented by UVA Alumni and Parent Travel.

Historical Lawn Tour2 - 3 p.m. / Rotunda, Lawn-side The historical Lawn tour covers the history of the University of Virginia from its founding to the present day, but each tour is slightly different; feel free to ask

your guide to cover specific informa-tion. Alumni will be taken through the Rotunda and the Academical Village to gain insight into Thomas Jefferson’s vi-sion of an institution of higher education and what the University has become since. In the event of inclement weather, this event is canceled.

Electronic Resources in Genealogy2:30 - 3:30 p.m. / Special Collections LibraryIn recent years, interest in genealogy has greatly increased, and electronic tools and databases for genealogical research have proliferated. Join librarian Jean Cooper, genealogical resources specialist, for this immensely popular seminar in which she demonstrates some of the most valuable electronic resources available to the family history researcher today. Space is limited.

WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Walking Tour of Landscapes and Trees in the Academical Village3 - 4:30 p.m. / Pavilion I, Lawn-side Helen Wilson, senior landscape archi-tect of the Office of the Architect, will lead this tour of tree plantings on the Lawn, discussing their history while highlighting current plantings. The tour will visit several Pavilion gardens and the areas around the Chapel, north Rotunda and Brooks Hall to view many prominent trees and interesting species, some of which are named for individuals in the University community. Tour will begin in front of Pavilion I on the Lawn. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning. Space is limited. In the event of inclement weather, this event is canceled.

Reunions Weekend Welcome Reception4 - 6 p.m. / Alumni HallKick off the weekend as you enjoy cocktails and light refreshments with classmates.

Friends of Bill W. Meeting7:30 - 8:30 p.m. / Church of Our Savior, 1165 Rio Hill Rd.Open speaker/discussion meetings. All interested alumni are welcome to attend. This meeting is located in the Mission Building behind the main church building.

FRIDAY, JUNE 5Investing, Financial Planning and Estate Planning 1019 - 10 a.m. / Newcomb Hall, South Meeting RoomJoin Susan Fersner, senior associate director of gift planning for University Advancement, to learn more about financial and estate planning. She will provide you with a fundamental knowl-edge of investment and retirement planning, a list of expectations for your financial advisor concerning retirement planning (including a simple way to determine your retirement number) and

some lifelong lessons learned by trial and much error.

Tour of John Paul Jones Arena9 - 10 a.m. / John Paul Jones ArenaCome tour the home of our National Champions! Join us for an exclusive be-hind-the-scenes tour of John Paul Jones Arena and a peek at the floor from the National Championship game. Hosted by the Virginia Athletics Foundation.

Coffee with the Corner Book Club9 - 10 a.m. / Colonnade Club, Pavilion VIIMingle with fellow bookworms at the Colonnade Club over coffee and break-fast treats. Then, enjoy a brief Q&A with Heath Hardage Lee (GAS ‘95), author of one of the Corner Book Club’s 2019 picks, The League of Wives: The Untold Story of the Women Who Took On the U.S. Government to Bring Their Husbands Home from Vietnam, which has been optioned for a feature film by Reese Witherspoon’s production company Hello Sunshine. Hosted by the Corner Book Club, the UVA Alumni Association’s virtual book club.

Seminar (topic TBA)9 - 10 a.m. / Alumni HallKick off the weekend with an educa-tional seminar at Alumni Hall. Seminar title and description forthcoming.

Lawn Resident Breakfast9:30 - 10:30 a.m. / Pavilion I, Lower GardenIn the event of inclement weather, this event is moved to Newcomb Hall, Gallery.

Rooftop Solar Tour10 - 11 a.m. / University of Virginia BookstoreDid you know that UVA has four major on-Grounds solar power installations? Join the UVA Sustainability Office to learn more about UVA’s clean energy commitments, existing projects and vision for climate leadership. Tour stops will include the solar panels on the rooftop of Ruffner Hall and a stop at the Special Collections Library, which is the best spot for viewing the Clemons Library solar array.

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Abby Palko, director of the Maxine Platzer Lynn Women’s Center, will discuss milestones in the path to these two landmark moments in UVA’s history, highlighting the transformational im-pact of women on the University. There will be time for alumnae in the audience to share stories of, and reflections on, their experiences at the University as women students.

Cavaliers in Blue and Gray: UVA and Charlottesville in the Civil War 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. / Newcomb Hall, South Meeting RoomAlthough Grounds were far from the front lines for most of the conflict, the Civil War had a profound effect on the University of Virginia, its students and alumni, and the surrounding community. William Kurtz, managing director at the John L. Nau III Center for Civil War History, will discuss the Center’s latest research into the stories of local African American and University soldiers.Hosted by The Jefferson Trust, an initia-tive of the UVA Alumni Association.

WTJU Reception 2 - 4 p.m. / WTJU Studio, 2244 Ivy Rd.

Electronic Resources in Genealogy2:30 - 3:30 p.m. / Special Collections LibraryIn recent years, interest in genealogy has greatly increased and electronic tools and databases for genealogical research have proliferated. Join librarian Jean Cooper, genealogical resources specialist, for this immensely popular seminar in which she demonstrates some of the most valuable electronic resources available to the family history researcher today. Space is limited.

Tour of Nursing Buildings2:30 - 4 p.m. / McLeod HallMeet in the McLeod Hall lobby for student- and faculty-led tours of McKim Hall, McLeod Hall and the Claude Moore Nursing Education Building.

Betsy and John Casteen Arts Grounds Tour2:30 - 4 p.m. / Drama Building, LobbyJoin us for a walking tour of the Arts Grounds and see the exciting physical changes to the Drama Building and Ruth Caplin Theatre, the Hunter Smith Band Building, Campbell Hall, the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library and Ruffin Hall. Hear about the exciting growth of the arts and how they are integrated into the academic experience for current students. Tour guides include Jody Kielbasa, vice provost for the Arts and director of the Virginia Film Festival, as well as department chairs and program directors in the arts and the School of Architecture. The tour will begin in the lobby of the Drama Building and end with a wine and cheese reception. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning.

Living in Charlottesville2:45 - 3:45 p.m. / Newcomb Hall, South Meeting RoomTravel + Leisure lists Charlottesville as one of America’s favorite towns. It provides small-city charm with big-city amenities. If you are considering

Semi-Retirement and Second-Act Careers: What’s Next?10:30 - 11:30 a.m. / Newcomb Hall, South Meeting RoomMany people who “retire” are really using their time to pursue their passions, as hobbies or even as a new career. Join Amanda Panarese (COL ’99) and Liz Sprouse from Alumni Career Services for a discussion about semi-retirement, second-act careers and following your passions in your next chapter.

Rum, Rummy, Rampaging and Research: Life at Early UVA10:30 - 11:30 a.m. / Alumni HallKirt von Daacke (Col ’97), assistant dean and professor of the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, will examine the daily experience of stu-dents, faculty and enslaved people at the early University. Daily life in-cluded a complex and volatile mix of domination, intimacy and violence, the contours of which reveal sometimes surprising stories about life and learn-ing at UVA. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning.

Secret Societies at UVA10:30 - 11:30 a.m. / Minor Hall, Room 125Ever wondered about those Zs, 7s and IMPs painted around Grounds and the clandestine groups behind them? Join Wayne Cozart, executive director of the Jefferson Trust and senior advisor at the Alumni Association, for a special presentation of the origins, rites and traditions of secret societies at Virginia.

Residence Hall Tour11 a.m. - 12 p.m. / Bonnycastle HouseJoin Housing and Residence Life for a tour of one of UVA’s renovated dorms on McCormick Road.

TJ Society, Class of 1960, Class of 1965 Lunch11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. / Alumni HallEnjoy a casual boxed lunch between seminars at Alumni Hall.

Research at UVA: The Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease1:15 - 2:15 p.m. / Alumni HallAbout 50% of people who reach the age of 85 will develop Alzheimer’s disease. For years, researchers have searched for methods to prevent Alzheimer’s disease or significantly slow its progression. The University of Virginia has recently obtained evidence of a drug that may be able to prevent the disease. Join George Bloom, professor of biology, cell biology and neuroscience, for a discussion on how his lab’s discovery might lead to a clinical trial to test if treatment can prevent or delay symptom onset. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning.

The Path to Full Coeducation at UVA1:15 - 2:15 p.m. / Minor Hall, Room 125In Fall 2020, we will mark the 100th anniversary of the arrival of the first women admitted to degree-granting programs in the graduate and profes-sional schools and the 50th anniversary of the first fully co-ed class in the College at the University of Virginia.

Friday, June 5 (cont.)

relocating to Hooville to enjoy a vibrant economy and social and cultural life, this session can inform you about what’s happening in Charlottesville and what has changed since your UVA days. Local experts and fellow ’Hoos will share their experiences about the breadth and depth of resources available.

Tom Talks, Hosted by the Class of 19802:45 - 3:45 p.m. / Minor Hall, Rm. 125Hear a series of speakers from the Class of 1980 give mini-talks about ideas and issues that ignite their passion and capture their interest. Members of all classes are welcome to attend this event.

The Rotunda and Beyond: Recent Historic Preservation at the University of Virginia2:45 - 3:45 p.m. / Alumni HallSince completing renovations to the Rotunda nearly four years ago, the preservation staff at UVA has been busy with many other projects in and around Thomas Jefferson’s Academical Village. Jody Lahendro (Arch ’82), supervisory historic preservation architect with UVA’s Facilities Planning & Construction, will briefly review the Rotunda project before presenting many of the recent historic preservation projects at their various stages of design and construction. These newer projects include renovations to Pavilion VIII, restoration of Jeffersonian flat roofs, research of historic exterior paint colors, renovations to the President’s House on Carr’s Hill, restoration of the Lawn col-onnade columns and construction of the Memorial to Enslaved Laborers. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning.

Wine 4013 - 4:30 p.m. / Alumni HallFor thousands of years, people have made and enjoyed wine. If it’s been around so long, why is it so difficult to learn about wine, and why is it so intim-idating? Join a local sommelier to taste several different varieties of wine, learn

how wine is made, improve your ability to describe wine, find out the best way to serve wine, and discuss food and wine pairings. Cheers! Participation requires an additional fee of $40 per person.

School of Nursing Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / McLeod Hall

Christian Fellowships Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / Center for Christian Study, 128 Chancellor St.

Drama Department Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / Drama Building, Lobby

Echols Scholars Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / Monroe Hall, CourtyardIn the event of inclement weather, this event is moved to Monroe Hall, Lobby.

Collective Student Organization Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / Newcomb Hall, Commonwealth RoomReconnect with friends from the student organizations you were involved with when you were on Grounds and enjoy light refreshments. Participating stu-dent organizations will be listed online and will be available at check in.

’Hoos in Recovery Reception5 - 6 p.m. / Newcomb Hall, Room 177In recovery? Considering recovery? ’Hoos in Recovery is a community of students, faculty, staff and alumni who are in recovery from a substance use disorder. If you need to “find your people” while you’re on Grounds, want to learn more about what we’ve been doing to support recovery this year or want to share your ideas about how to partner more with our amazing alumni, please join us!

Friends of Bill W. Meeting5:30 - 6:30 p.m. / Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2416 Jefferson Park Ave.Open speaker/discussion meetings. All interested alumni are welcome to attend.

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• McIntire School of Commerce: Rouss and Robertson Halls ($15)

• School of Architecture: Pavilion VI, Upper Garden ($10)

• School of Engineering & Applied Science: Thornton Hall, Darden Courtyard ($15)

• School of Nursing (Class of 1970 and prior): Newcomb Hall, Ballroom (no fee)

Boulder Wall Climb1 - 4 p.m. / Slaughter Recreation CenterCome by during open hours to explore our new climbing facility! You are wel-come to observe or climb any of our boul-dering routes for beginners to advanced climbers. The walls range in difficulty from vertical to 40 degree overhangs. Chalk and climbing shoes are available.

The New Map of Empire: How Britain Imagined America Before Independence1:45 - 2:45 p.m. / Rotunda, Dome RoomMax Edelson, professor of history, discusses the British efforts to map America before the American Revolution. In the generation before the

American Revolution, British survey-ors drew thousands of new maps of American territories. With ink and paper, they outlined a new empire, controlled from London, over which American col-onists had little influence. Illustrated by a dynamic digital presentation that fea-tures original maps of Florida, the New England coast, the Mississippi River, the Native American frontier, island colonies in the Caribbean, and Fort Pitt, Edelson will explain how Americans reacted to this grand scheme of control and rejected the bonds of empire. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning.

Social Determinants: The Key to Repairing Health Disparities1:45 - 2:45 p.m. / Newcomb Hall, South Meeting RoomResearch shows that only 10% of our health outcomes are determined by the health care we receive. Another 10% is determined by our genetic makeup. What accounts for the rest? Dr. Michael D. Williams (Med ’93), director of the UVA Center for Health Policy, will discuss how social determinants—the environments in which we live, work and

Friday Class EventsAll class events are cocktail attire unless otherwise noted. Parenthesis denote inclement weather location.6:30 - 9 p.m.

• Thomas Jefferson Society Dinner: Alumni Hall

• Class of 1960 Dinner: Rotunda, Dome Room

• Class of 1965 Dinner: Rotunda, Dome Room

• Class of 1970 Cocktail Party: Colonnade Club, Pavilion VII (*Memorial Gynasium) Casual attire

6:30 - 10 p.m.• Class of 1975 Dinner: Mid-Lawn,

between Pavilions VII-VIII (*Memorial Gynasium) Casual attire

• Class of 1980 Dinner: North Rotunda Plaza (*John Paul Jones Arena) Casual attire

• Class of 1985 Dinner: South Lawn (*John Paul Jones Arena) Casual attire

Class of 1980 Bar Night10 p.m. - 12 a.m. / The Biltmore

Class of 1985 Bar Night10 p.m. - 12 a.m. / Boylan Heights

Stargazing 9 - 11 p.m. / McCormick ObservatoryVisitors can view celestial objects through the historic 26-inch McCormick Refractor and other smaller tele-scopes (weather permitting), tour the Observatory, hear a presentation by an astronomer and see the exhibits.

SATURDAY, JUNE 6Yoga7:30 - 8:30 a.m. / Aquatics & Fitness Center, Multipurpose Rooms 2/3Enjoy a morning yoga class as a re-freshing start to your day. A certified, experienced yoga teacher will guide you through a series of poses while focusing on breathing and relaxation. All expe-rience levels welcome. Presented by UVA’s Contemplative Sciences Center.

Lawn Procession8:45 - 9 a.m. / Rotunda, Lawn-sideRelive University tradition with a com-memorative procession down the Lawn, from the Rotunda’s marbled steps to Old Cabell Hall, led by President James E. Ryan (Law ’92). All classes are invited to participate. In the event of inclement weather, this event is canceled.

Hillel at UVA Reception9 - 10:30 a.m. / Brody Jewish Center, 1824 University Cir.

President’s Address, Alumni Recognitions and Induction of Thomas Jefferson Society Members9:15 - 10:30 a.m. / Old Cabell HallJoin President James E. Ryan (Law ’92) as he discusses the state of the University and his vision for the future as UVA heads into its third century. Additionally, reunion committees will be recognized and the Class of 1970 will be inducted into the Thomas Jefferson Society of Alumni.

Lawn Tour: History of Women at UVA10:45 - 11:45 a.m. / Rotunda, Lawn-sideThis Lawn tour will focus on the process of gradual integration of women at UVA. Alumni and guests will learn about the lives of the first women on Grounds in the 1820s and the gradual acceptance of women into the student community. In the event of inclement weather, this event is canceled.

Keynote Speaker (TBA)10:45 - 11:45 a.m. / Old Cabell HallDetails to be announced later this spring.

School Lunches12:15 - 1:30 p.m.Registration for most lunches requires an additional fee per person (listed below).

• College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences: Alumni Hall ($15)

• Curry School of Education and Human Development: Bavaro Hall, Room 116 (No fee)

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to serve wine, and discuss food and wine pairings. Cheers! Participation requires an additional fee of $40 per person.

Printing on the Common Press2 - 4 p.m. / Special Collections LibraryBeat the ink balls, crank the rounce! Drop by anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. to print a keepsake on a wooden press and learn about the development of hand press printing since the fifteenth century. Resident printers from the Rare Book School will lead demonstrations on the replica common press and discuss the process of hand-casting metal type, composing sorts of type and imposing the forme on the bed of a press.

AROTC Reception2:30 - 4 p.m. / Astronomy Building, Room 110

Wine & Design2:30 - 4 p.m. / Newcomb Hall, South Meeting RoomUnleash your inner artist and show off

your love for UVA! Teachers from Wine & Design Charlottesville will instruct a step-by-step painting of the Rotunda in a fun and social environment. All materi-als are provided, just show up and paint! Attendees will take home their canvas and receive a complimentary glass of wine. Registration requires an additional fee of $40 per person. Space is limited.

Rotunda Tour with University Architects3 - 4 p.m. / Rotunda, Lawn-sideStaff from the Office of the Architect will lead tours of the recently reno-vated Rotunda, sharing insights on the research and findings associated with the Rotunda’s historic features. Hosted in partnership with Lifetime Learning. Space is limited.

The Virginia Sports Experience3:15 - 4:15 p.m. / Minor Hall, Room 125Join representatives from the University of Virginia’s Department of Athletics for an interactive discussion on University sports programs and the student athlete experience on Grounds. Presented by the Virginia Athletics Foundation.

Historical Lawn Tour3:30 - 4:30 p.m. / Rotunda, Lawn-sideThe historical Lawn tour covers the history of the University of Virginia from its founding to the present day, but each tour is slightly different; feel free to ask your guide to cover specific informa-tion. Alumni will be taken through the Rotunda and the Academical Village to gain insight to Thomas Jefferson’s vision of an institution of higher education and what the University has become since. In the event of inclement weather, this event is canceled.

Trigon Society Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / 17 West Lawn Resident Staff Reception4:30 - 6 p.m. / Pavilion V, Lower GardenIn the event of inclement weather, this event is moved to Newcomb Hall, Gallery.

play—determine our health and health behaviors. This talk will examine studies which powerfully link social and eco-nomic inequity with health disparities and end with a discussion of what can practically be done by citizens, health providers and policymakers in light of the evidence.

“From Rebel Yell to Revolution”: Relive UVA’s Transformative and Turbulent Years (1966-1970)1:45 - 2:45 p.m. / Minor Hall, Room 125Arriving as a total outsider in 1966, Joel Gardner (Col ’70), a born and bred New Yorker, soon found himself immersed in a sheltered world of customs and traditions that had existed virtually unchanged for decades. Yet within his tenure, this genteel Southern culture of coats, ties, and party weekends would be irrevocably disrupted as the anti- Vietnam War and Civil Rights move-ments at last caught up with “The Old U.” Join Gardner and hear about his new book, “From Rebel Yell to Revolution: My Four Years at UVA (1966-1970),” for a trip down memory lane and a history lesson about the University we love.

Tour of the Memorial to Enslaved Laborers1:45 - 2:45 p.m. / Memorial to Enslaved LaborersIn 2013, the University of Virginia began a deeper dive into its historical relation-ship with slavery, exploring opportuni-ties for recognition and commemoration. The new memorial on Grounds will be dedicated in April 2020 and marks a critical moment to address the com-plex history of UVA and the country. Join University Guides for a tour of the Memorial to Enslaved Laborers.

Link Lab Tour1:45 - 3 p.m. / Olsson HallTake a tour of the Link Lab, a new initiative at UVA to create a world-class center of excellence in Cyber-Physical Systems. The lab hosts a unique, collab-orative cohort of researchers dedicated to solving the most critical problems at the intersection of the cyber and

physical worlds and is committed to cross-cutting research in areas such as Body Sensors, Smart Buildings, Wireless Health, Resilient Infrastructure and Intelligent Transportation Systems. Presented by the School of Engineering & Applied Science. Greek Happy Hour2 - 3:30 p.m. / The VirginianJoin brothers and sisters from all houses for a drink on the house (i.e. The Alumni Association) by showing your Reunions nametag to the bartender.  Wine 4012 - 3:30 p.m. / Alumni HallFor thousands of years, people have made and enjoyed wine. If it’s been around so long, why is it so difficult to learn about wine, and why is it so intim-idating? Join a local sommelier to taste several different varieties of wine, learn how wine is made, improve your ability to describe wine, find out the best way

Saturday, June 6 (cont.)

Run With Jim8 - 9 a.m. / Aquatics & Fitness Center, Alderman Road-sideJoin President James E. Ryan (Law ’92) for a community 4-mile run around Grounds. Runners of all speeds are welcome, the route starts and ends in front of the Aquatics and Fitness Center (Alderman Road-side). Hope to see you at this fun new tradition! This event cancels in severe inclement weather.

Farewell Brunch with Larry Sabato9 - 10:30 a.m. / Aquatics & Fitness CenterGather with classmates one more time and enjoy a light brunch together while sharing stories of the week-end. Beginning at 9:30 a.m., listen

to politics professor Larry Sabato (Col ’74) as he turns his Crystal Ball to the current political landscape and give a sense of the issues, key figures and environment leading into the 2020 presidential election.

Raven Society Brunch10 a.m. - 12 p.m. / 13 West Range

Saturday Class DinnersAll class events are cocktail attire unless otherwise noted. Parenthesis denote inclement weather location.6:30 - 9 p.m.

• Thomas Jefferson Society, Class of 1960, and Class of 1965: Alumni Hall, Casual attire

• Class of 1970: North Rotunda Plaza (*Memorial Gymnasium)

• Class of 1975: Mid-Lawn, between Pavilions VII-VIII (*Memorial Gymnasium)

• Class of 1980: South Lawn (*John Paul Jones Arena)

• Class of 1985: Mid-Lawn, between Pavilions V-VI (*John Paul Jones Arena)

Friends of Bill W. Meeting8:30 - 9:30 p.m. / First Presbyterian Church, 500 Park St.Open speaker/discussion meetings. All interested alumni are welcome to at-tend. This meeting will take place in the white carriage house across the lawn.

Connecting the Dots to Discovery: Rotunda Planetarium Open House9 - 10 p.m. / Rotunda, Dome RoomIn 1819, Thomas Jefferson sketched plans for a planetarium spanning the dome of the Rotunda Library. Unfortunately, the proposed celestial dome was never realized—until now. Thanks to the ingenuity of three PhD candidates in the department of English, a major grant from the Jefferson Trust and collaboration with the Rare Book School, an array of digital projectors will transform the Rotunda’s dome room into a vast enlightenment planetarium. Stop by anytime between 9 and 10 p.m. for light refreshments and meet one of the three PhD candidates responsible for the project. Hosted by The Jefferson Trust.

Band Party9 - 11:30 p.m. / South LawnHead down to the South Lawn and get ready to dance the night away with The Perfect Party Band. Taking you

from Motown through today’s top hits, The Perfect Party Band can do it all. Complimentary soda, water, beer, wine and cider are included, and a cash bar is available. In the event of inclement weather, this event moves to John Paul Jones Arena.

SUNDAY, JUNE 7Friends of Bill W. Meeting7 - 8 a.m. / Belmont Baptist Church, 830 Monticello Ave.Open speaker/discussion meetings. All interested alumni are welcome to attend. This meeting will take place in Fellowship Hall (access via Meridian St.).

Saturday, June 6 (cont.) — Sunday, June 7

ACCOMMODATIONSHotel BlocksThe UVA Alumni Association has reserved blocks at the following local hotels. Please note:

• Rates listed are per night.• The Cavalier Inn closed in 2018.• You must call the hotel and reference the “UVA Alumni Association Reunions

Weekend 1 Block.”• If you find that the hotel block(s) are full, ask the hotel about vacancy outside the block. • There are many more hotels in Charlottesville aside from the ones listed below.

Visit www.visitcharlottesville.org to see more options.

Comfort Inn2097 Inn Drive (5.4 miles from the Lawn)434-977-3300$199 — Expires May 6, 2020

Courtyard Marriott (The Corner)1201 West Main Street (0.4 miles from the Lawn)434-977-1700$229 — Expires May 19

Courtyard Marriott (Route 29 North)638 Hillsdale Drive (3.5 miles from the Rotunda)434-973-7100$154 — Expires May 14

The Draftsman1106 West Main Street (0.5 miles from the Rotunda)434-984-8000$309 — Expires April 4

DoubleTree990 Hilton Heights Road (5.3 miles from the Rotunda)434-973-2121$159 — Expires May 5

Fairfield Inn & Suites401 Cherry Avenue (1.2 miles from the Rotunda)434-295-0100$189 — Expires May 4

Hampton Inn2035 India Road (2.6 miles from the Rotunda)434-978-7888$159 — Expires May 14

Hampton Inn & Suites (The Corner)900 West Main Street (0.4 miles from the Rotunda)434-923-8600$169 (Thursday), $209 (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) — Expires May 4

Home2 Suites201 Monticello Avenue (1.3 miles from the Rotunda)434-295-0003$289 — Expires May 4

Hyatt Place2100 Bond Street (2.5 miles from the Rotunda)434-995-5200$189 — Expires May 4

Omni (Downtown)212 Ridge McIntire Road (1.5 miles from the Rotunda)434-971-5500$269 — Expires May 3

Residence Inn (Barracks Road)1111 Millmont Street (1.3 miles from the Rotunda)434-923-0300$209 — Expires May 14

Residence Inn (Downtown)315 West Main Street (1.1 miles from the Rotunda)434-220-0075$239 — Expires April 19

Additional on-Grounds accommodations (dorm rooms) are available through UVA Conference Services. Please visit www.conferences.virginia.edu/reunions or call 434-924-4479 for more information.

GENERALINFORMATIONReunions Check-InYou can check in for the weekend at Alumni Hall at the hours listed below. Here, you’ll receive your nametag as well as an Events Guide and parking information. Your nametag will serve as your access pass into the events for which you have registered. If you need to change your Reunions pass or add/remove events to your personal schedule, you can do so at Alumni Hall at the hours listed below.

Thursday, June 4: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Friday, June 5: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday, June 6: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Parking and TransportationFree parking for the weekend will be available in select lots and garages and com-plimentary shuttles will take you from designated parking areas to and from events hosted on Central Grounds during Reunions. More information is available at www.virginiareunions.com and will be clearly communicated at check-in.

AccessibilityFor questions regarding accessibility at Reunions, please contact Mariel Childress at 434-924-6904 or mariel@virginia.edu.

Other Services Admission Liaison Program: If you would like to schedule an appointment with the Admission Liaison staff for your rising 10th-, 11th-, or 12th-grader, please visit www.alumni.virginia.edu/admission.

Alumni Career Services: If you would like to schedule an appointment with Alumni Career Services during Reunions, please contact alumnicareers@virginia.edu.

How can I register for Reunions? You can register online at www.virginiareunions.com or you can call your class director (contact information listed here) to register over the phone.

What are the registration deadlines? • Sunday, March 1 (11:59 p.m. ET): Early Bird registration deadline• Monday, March 2 (12:00 a.m. ET): Registration fees increase• Thursday, May 21 (11:59 p.m. ET): Cancellation deadline.

Deadline to cancel your registration or a guest’s registration and receive a partial refund. A $25 per adult registration fee is non-refundable; all other fees are refundable before the end of the day on Thursday, May 21, 2020.

• Monday, June 1 (11:59 p.m. ET): Last day to register in advance.You can register by phone until 5 p.m. ET. Online registration will close at 11:59 p.m. ET. After this date, you can register in person at Alumni Hall starting at 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 4, but event participation is subject to availability.

• Thursday, June 4 (8:00 a.m. ET): In-person registration opens at Alumni Hall

What is the cancellation/refund policy?Reunion registrations cancelled online or by phone on or before Thursday, May 21, 2020 are refundable, but subject to a non-refundable $25 per adult registration fee. We cannot guarantee a refund for cancellations after this date.

What is the attire? During the day on Friday and Saturday, dress casually and wear comfortable walking shoes! Suggested attire for your Friday and Saturday night class events is noted in the brochure and online.

Where do I check in? You’ll check in and pick up your nametag at Alumni Hall starting at 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 4. A week prior, you’ll receive an email containing details about check in.

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The RotundaOpen daily, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Guided tours available.

The Memorial to Enslaved LaborersOpen daily. Located adjacent to Brooks Hall, across from the Corner.

The Mary and David Harrison Institute for American History, Literature, and Culture and the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections LibraryThursday, June 4: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.Friday, June 5: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Saturday, June 6: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

On Grounds RestaurantsVarious on-Grounds coffee shops and restaurants in and around Newcomb Hall will be open during Reunions for your convenience. A week prior to Reunions, you will receive an email containing additional details.

RecreationAccess to on-Grounds recreation facilities is included with your Reunions registration. Simply show your Reunions nametag at the facility to receive a guest pass. Call 434-924-PLAY or visit www.virginia.edu/ims for more information.

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Important Dates:Sunday, March 1 (11:59 p.m. ET): Early bird registration deadlineMonday, March 2 (12 a.m. ET): Registration fees increaseThursday, May 21 (11:59 p.m. ET): Deadline to cancel your or your guest’s registrationMonday, June 1 (11:59 p.m. ET): Deadline to register in advance

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Pass Options:Passes grant access to all seminars, receptions, on-Grounds tours and open houses, on-Grounds parking, shuttle service, class events and dinners on the days selected. Package prices increase at 12 a.m. ET on March 2, 2020. Select one option per person attending.

Add-On Events: The events below require an additional fee to attend.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 4 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monticello Excursion ($65) 2 - 3 p.m. Historical Lawn Tour 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Electronic Resources in

Genealogy 3 - 4:30 p.m. Walking Tour of

Landscapes and Trees in the Academical Village

4 - 6 p.m. Reunions Weekend Welcome Reception

7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Friends of Bill W. Meeting

FRIDAY, JUNE 5 9 - 10 a.m. Investing, Financial

Planning, and Estate Planning 101 9 - 10 a.m. Seminar (topic TBA) 9 - 10 a.m. Coffee with the Corner

Book Club 9 - 10 a.m. Tour of John Paul Jones

Arena 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Lawn Resident

Breakfast 10 - 11 a.m. Rooftop Solar Tour 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Semi-Retirement and

Second-Act Careers: What’s Next? 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Rum, Rummy,

Rampaging, and Research: Life at Early UVA

10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Secret Societies at UVA

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Residence Hall Tour 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. TJ Society, Class

of 1960, Class of 1965 Lunch 1:15 - 2:15 p.m. Research at UVA: The

Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease

1:15 - 2:15 p.m. The Path to Full Coeducation at UVA

1:15 - 2:15 p.m. Cavaliers in Blue and Gray: UVA and Charlottesville in the Civil War

2 - 4 p.m. WTJU Reception 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Electronic Resources in

Genealogy 2:30 - 4 p.m. Tour of Nursing Buildings 2:30 - 4 p.m. Betsy and John Casteen

Arts Grounds Tour 2:45-3:45 p.m. Living in Charlottesville 2:45 - 3:45 p.m. Tom Talks, Hosted by

the Class of 1980

2:45 - 3:45 p.m. The Rotunda and Beyond: Recent Historic Preservation at the University of Virginia

3 - 4:30 p.m. Wine 401 ($40) 4:30 - 6 p.m. Echols Scholars Reception 4:30 - 6 p.m. Christian Fellowships

Reception 4:30 - 6 p.m. Collective Student

Organization Reception 4:30 - 6 p.m. School of Nursing

Reception 4:30 - 6 p.m. Drama Department

Reception 5 - 6 p.m. ‘Hoos in Recovery Reception 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Friends of Bill W.

Meeting 6:30 - 9 p.m. Thomas Jefferson Society

Friday Night Dinner 9 - 11 p.m. Stargazing at McCormick

Observatory

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WEEKEND SCHEDULE (CONT.)SATURDAY, JUNE 6

7:30-8:30 a.m. Yoga 8:45 - 9 a.m. Lawn Procession 9- 10:30 a.m. Hillel at UVA Reception 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. President’s Address,

Alumni Recognitions, and Induction of Thomas Jefferson Society Members

10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Lawn Tour: History of Women at UVA

10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Keynote Speaker (TBA) 12:15 - 1:30 p.m. School Lunches

College of Arts & Sciences ($15) Curry School of Education and Human Development (no fee) School of Architecture ($10) School of Engineering & Applied Science ($15) School of Nursing (no fee) McIntire School of Commerce ($15)

1 - 4 p.m. Boulder Wall Climb 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. The New Map of Empire:

How Britain Imagined America Before Independence

1:45 - 2:45 p.m. Social Determinants: The Key to Repairing Health Disparities

1:45 - 2:45 p.m. Tour of Memorial to Enslaved Laborers

1:45 - 2:45 p.m. “From Rebel Yell to Revolution”: Relive UVA’s Transformative and Turbulent Years (1966-1970)

1:45 - 3 p.m. Link Lab Tour 2 - 3:30 p.m. Greek Happy Hour 2 - 3:30 p.m. Wine 401 ($40) 2 - 4 p.m. Printing on the Common Press 2:30 - 4 p.m. AROTC Reception 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Wine & Design ($40) 3 - 4 p.m. Rotunda Tour with

University Architects 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. The Virginia Sports

Experience 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Historical Lawn Tour 4:30 - 6 p.m. Trigon Society Reception 4:30 - 6 p.m. Resident Staff Reception 6:30 - 9 p.m. Thomas Jefferson Society,

Class of 1960, and Class of 1965 Saturday Night Dinner

8:30 - 9:30 p.m. Friends of Bill W. Meeting

9 - 10 p.m. Connecting the Dots to Discovery: Rotunda Planetarium Open House

9 - 11:30 p.m. Band Party featuring The Perfect Party Band

SUNDAY, JUNE 7 7 - 8 a.m. Friends of Bill W. Meeting 8 - 9 a.m. Run with Jim

9 - 10:30 a.m. Farewell Brunch with Larry Sabato

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Raven Society Brunch

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