Family Weekend Itinerary

September 25 27, 2009

Friday, Sept. 25

Exercise With Your Student - available all weekend (parents must be accompanied by student with valid ASU ID)

7:00pm-11:00pm - Farthing Auditorium - An evening with the Appalachian State University Steely Pan Band ($7.00/person)

Saturday, Sept. 26

8:00am University Bookstore Opens

9:00am Complimentary Welcome Breakfast (hosted by the Chancellor and Mrs. Peacock and Appalachian Parents Association Board of Directors www.parentsassociation.appstate.edu/) - Solarium, Plemmons Student Union

10:00am Family Weekend Opening Session - Grandfather Mountain Ballroom

  • Welcome - Cindy Wallace, Vice Chancellor for Student Development
  • The Appalachian Family - Chancellor Peacock
  • Thematic Opening: Liberal Education, Sustainability and Internationalization - Dr. Stan Aeschleman, Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost
  • Time, Talent and Treasure - Susan Pettyjohn, Vice Chancellor for University Advancement
  • University Bookstore, Parking Options, Family Day Sunday Brunch Special at Appalachians Own Broyhill Inn and Conference Center - Greg Lovins, Vice Chancellor for Business Affairs

11:00am-3:00pm - Exercise With Your Student

11:00am 2:00pm - Academic Expo -Plemmons Student Union

  • Carol G. Belk Library Tours Available - Starting 11:15am; 12:15pm; 1:15pm & 2:15pm. Approximately a half hour- meet in the Library Atrium at the dancers statue.
  • Themes: Liberal Education, Sustainability and Internationalization
    Poster Sessions (goal of 100 exhibits):
    • Class and individual student projects
    • Class and individual study abroad trips
    • First Year Seminar Classes
    • Student Research
    • University programs/units/offices

12:00pm - 2:00pm Family Tailgate, Sanford Mall (fee charged)

3:30pm Appalachian Football game, Kidd Brewer Stadium

(Visit - GoASU website for ticket purchases. A limited number of Family Weekend tickets will be reserved and sold.)

Volunteer Opportunities led by Appalachian and the Community Together

Sightseeing and Shopping in Downtown Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk

Outdoor Program (s) Activity lead by student facilitators

Evening Options

Sunday

10:30am-3:00pm Sunday Brunch Special at Appalachians own Broyhill Inn (Appcard usage available)

In celebration of our Parents and Family Weekend, the Boryhill Inn's Jackson Dining Room offers the folloiwng "Presidential Deal":

The Jackson special - each guest can enjoy this great Brunch for just $20.00 plus tax, gratuities, and alcoholic beverages.

Sunday brunch is available from 10:30am-3:00pm on Sunday September 27th

Reservations are recommended by calling 828.262.6658 x159

10:00am4:00pm

  • Faculty, Staff, Students and Parents invited for an afternoon at the Turchin Center for Visual Arts
  • Sightseeing and Shopping in Downtown Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk (on your own)
  • Outdoor Programs' Family Weekend Hike lead by student facilitators - (Cost for students is $25 and parents/families $35)

    • Hike Description - The Appalachian Mountains surrounding Boone offer endless opportunities for exploration and discovery. Hiking is one of the best ways to become acquainted with the dense forests, steep mountains, and cascading rivers and creeks of the region.Our hikes offer something for everyone; from the budding photographer to those seeking a physical challenge. Whether you like going to the summit, hiking along river gorges, or looking at flora and fauna, hikes are one of the best ways to explore your mountain home.
      This hike to Grandfather Mountain will take you to CallowayPeak; the roofof the Blue Ridge Chain of Mountains at an elevation of 5,964 ft by following the Boone Scout Trail. So named because of the distinct profile of an old man's face along its northern slopes, Grandfather Mountain is one of the most environmentally significant mountains in the world and is designated by the United Nationsas an International Biosphere. A gem in our own backyard, we avoid the crowds by venturing into Grandfathers remote backcountry following historic trails blazed by early Appalachian pioneers. This part of Grandfather Mountain is one of North Carolina's newest State Parks.

  • Helzer Honors Program Family picnic, 12-1:30