UW Alumni Association - UW Homecoming 2006

Homecoming is the time to celebrate the purple and gold at the University of Washington. From the 21st Annual Dawg Dash (and the Post Dash Bash) to the traditional Homecoming Rally in “Red Square” to the Homecoming game itself, we have a week packed with activities with something for everyone.

Some of the events listed below require pre-registration and/or have a participation fee. Please follow the links for each listing to find out complete information.

It's been 21 years, and our Dawgs aren't tired yet! The celebrated 10k run and 5k run/walk through the scenic UW campus continues to attract more than 2,000 participants a year. Don't forget the Post-Dash Bash in Husky Stadium, with food, fun and a Husky Pups Run for kids.
When: Sunday, October 22, 9:30 a.m.
Location: Begins and ends at Husky Stadium.
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Get ready for the getting-ready at the second annual Homecoming Kickoff, a pre-rally rally for friends of the UWAA (i.e. everybody). Have a glass of wine and some hors d'oeuvres, talk football with your fellow Huskies, and then head out to Red Square for the Homecoming Rally!
When: Friday, October 27, 6 p.m.
Location: Mary Gates Hall, UW Seattle campus
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Here's where the true meaning of Homecoming will come home, as you watch Husky fans from all over the world converge on Red Square and paint it purple (figuratively, of course). Emceed by KJR-AM radio personality Dave "Softy" Mahler, this year's rally will feature food and fun giveaways, the announcement of the Homecoming Court, the introduction of the Dawg Dash winners, performances by the Husky Marching Band and Cheer Squad, and a pep talk from Coach Tyrone Willingham.
When: Friday, October 27, 8 p.m. (rain or shine)
Location: Red Square, UW Seattle campus
Admission: Free

The JSIS Alumni invite you to reconnect with former classmates at our homecoming event. The evening will begin with a meet and greet, followed by exceptional speakers who will share their experiences from traveling abroad. This will be a great opportunity for alumni to gain an insider's perspective, as speakers share their exploits in navigating through conflicted societies.
When Thursday, October 19, 7 p.m.
Location: UW Alumni House, 1415 N.E. 45th Street, Seattle
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Join us as we celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Bulgaria. Each year the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures' Alumni Club holds a homecoming event, bringing University of Washington alumni back to campus to share in a celebration of Slavic cultures and communities. We hope you join us for this memorable evening! It is our tradition to highlight a different region each year. This year we celebrate the people and cultures of Bulgaria.
When: Friday, October 20, 7 p.m.
Location: Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 N.E. 41st Street, Seattle
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Computing & Software Systems will be kicking off the Tenth Anniversary with a ceremony honoring the founding faculty, staff and first graduating class. All alumni, students, industry sponsors and community members are invited to attend. Come be a part of the celebration!
When: Saturday, October 21, 3 p.m.
Location: North Creek Café, UW Bothell
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Join us for the 3rd Annual MSIM Breakfast for Alumni and Students. Reconnect with members of your MSIM cohort and meet the new students! Dr. Kevin Desouza, Assistant Professor at the Information School, will discuss "Upcoming Trends in Information Management."
When: Wednesday, October 25, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Location: The Washington Athletic Club (WAC), 1325 Sixth Ave, Seattle
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Join your fellow alumni for this opportunity to explore the possibility of working at the UW, while mingling with other Huskies in a relaxed and informal setting.
When: Thursday, October 26, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Hotel Deca (formerly University Tower Hotel), 4507 Brooklyn Ave NE., Seattle
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Witness everyday Costco floats transformed into vehicles of Husky Pride. Preview and judging of student-made Dawg Sleds takes place on Red Square before the Rally from 3-5 p.m., with winners announced at the 8 p.m. Rally.
When: Friday, October 27
Location: Red Square

Come celebrate the Proud Heritage of Husky athletics by attending our bi-annual Husky Fever Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner. This year’s class includes legendary coaches Jim Lambright from the Football program and National Champion women’s Crew coach Jan Harville. All American athletes Greg Lewis (football) Jody Braden (swimming) Aretha (Hill) Thurmond (track and field) and one of the best Husky hoopsters of the past few decades Todd MacCulloch. Tickets are only $55.00.
When: Friday, October 27, 7 p.m.
Location: Westin Hotel Grand Ballroom
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The Multicultural Alumni Partnership is celebrating 11 years of service in diversity at the UW and in the community. We hope you will join us for this special breakfast as we honor past and present Distinguished Alumni and scholarship award winners.
When: Saturday, October 28, 8 a.m.
Location: HUB Ballroom, UW Seattle campus
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Come see the Huskies take on the Arizona State Sun Devils in Washington's 80th Homecoming game. The UWAA will award the Homecoming Royalty with $1000 scholarships between 1st and 2nd quarters. Tickets available at www.gohuskies.com.
When: Saturday, October 28, kick-off 12:30 p.m. (time subject to change)
Location: Husky Stadium, UW Seattle campus
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UWAA Member Appreciation Tickets
Celebrate being a Husky and a UWAA member at the Homecoming football game. UWAA members may purchase reserved seat tickets for $42 (regular $60).
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The Purple & Gold Society is a University of Washington Alumni Association club for alumni who graduated 50 years ago or more. If your class has celebrated its 50-year reunion or is going to this fall, please join us for our luncheon featuring a talk by Dr. Bonnie J. Dunbar, '71, '75, retired NASA astronaut and president and CEO of the Museum of Flight.
When: Sunday, October 29, Noon
Location: Seattle Yacht Club, 1807 East Hamlin Street, Seattle
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The annual Alumni Banquet, featuring speaker Robert Van Pelt, author of Forest Giants of the Pacific Northwest and Champion Trees of Washington State, will kick off our year-long celebration of CFR's Centennial. This will also be the 50th Reunion for the class of '56.
When: Friday, November 3, 6 p.m.
Location: Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 N.E. 41st Street, Seattle
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