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FAMILY WEEKEND PREPARATION:

Family Weekend 2009UPON ARRIVAL TO CAMPUS, PLEASE CHECK-IN TO RECEIVE YOUR FAMILY WEEKEND PACKET AND TO RECEIVE PRE-PURCHASED FOOTBALL TICKETS:

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Early Check-In
Alfonso Elder Student Union

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Check-In
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria


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**Please note changes to the schedule of events below


FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18


8:30 a.m - 5 p.m.
The NCCU Bookstore is Open!
Alfonso Elder Student Union

Check out the bookstore and purchase your favorite
Eagle attire and merchandise.
Begin Your Legacy: Campus Tours
Undergraduate Admissions House
Your family members and prospective students are
welcome to visit NCCU's campus and receive a
personal campus tour from an Eagle Ambassador!

**11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Early Check-In
Alfonso Elder Student Union
Arrive early to pick up your packet in preparation for
the weekend!

11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Begin Your Legacy: Campus Tours
Undergraduate Admissions House
Bring your family members and any prospective Eagles to visit NCCU's campus and receive a
personal campus tour from an Eagle Ambassador!  Sign up today with the Undergraduate Admissions Office by clicking here.

**11 a.m. - Noon
Parent and Family Classroom Session
Alfonso Elder Student Union

Get a taste of the college life by attending a lecture by NCCU Faculty members.  Also receive a lesson about NCCU class syllabi so you can help your student succeed in those classes like Mathematics and English.

NCCU Marching Sound Machine11:30 a.m - 2:30 p.m.
Fish Friday
W. G. Pearson Cafeteria

Lunch is available for purchase for you and your
students! Come experience our famous Fish Friday!

**2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Parent and Family Classroom Session (Repeat from morning session)
Alfonso Elder Student Union

Get a taste of the college life by attending a lecture by NCCU Faculty members.  Also receive a lesson about NCCU class syllabi so you can help your student succeed in those classes like Mathematics and English.

5 p.m.-7 p.m.
Dinner Around Durham
We encourage you and your student to eat dinner in the
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria, or at a local restaurant in the Durham community. Explore the American Tobacco District Downtown, or discover new restaurant recommendations
on our website. Visit the NCCU Online Parent Guide for suggestions.

5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Family Recreation Night
Walker Complex

Family members are welcome to use the indoor basketball courts, racquetball courts, Olympic-sized pool, rock climbing wall, and fully- equipped fitness center.  All guests must leave a valid driver license in order to check out equipment.  All persons 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

**7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Auditions for the Family Talent Showcase
B.N. Duke Auditorium
Any family members who would like to audition for the Legacy Talent Showcase are welcome to audition!

**8:00 - 10:30 p.m.
Movie Night/Bowling Night
Alfonso Elder Student Union
Enjoy a movie in the Union Lobby beginning at 8 p.m., or enjoy a night of bowling in the NCCU Bowling Lanes with your students!

*Note: The time for the Lyceum program has been changed to Sunday, September 20 at Noon.


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19


8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Parents and Family Weekend Check-In
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria

8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Legacy Breakfast
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria
Join Chancellor Nelms and other members of the faculty,
staff, and administration for breakfast in the newly
renovated cafeteria!

NCCU Football9:30a.m.-11:00a.m.
Parents and Family Association Meeting - Sustain Your Legacy
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria

Learn about various subjects that are vital to guiding your
student to success at NCCU. Workshops will include:
1) University College 101: Learn about the importance
of academic advising and receive a "progress report"
on your student's first month at NCCU.
2) Budgeting and Finance: Discover effective ways for
your students to budget their money including vital
information from the NCCU Scholarships and Student
Aid Department.
3) Emerging Leaders: Come hear about an engaging
program for NCCU freshman to discover new
leadership skills.

11 a.m.-11:45 a.m.
Campus Tours
Begin at W.G. Pearson Cafeteria on Lawson Street

Tour campus after your workshop! Tours will end at
the O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium in time for tailgating and
preparation for the football game.

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
E-Town-Grand Opening
Track Infield
All Eagle fans are welcome to join us for a spirit festival
with games and entertainment prior to the first home
football game!


1:30 p.m.
NCCU vs. Morehead State University (Football)
O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium


5 p.m.-7 p.m.
Dinner Around Durham
We encourage you and your student to eat dinner in the
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria, or at a local restaurant in the Durham community. Explore the American Tobacco District Downtown, or discover new restaurant recommendations
on our website. Visit the NCCU Online Parent Guide for suggestions.

8 p.m.
The Legacy Showcase: A Family Talent Show
B.N. Duke Auditorium
Students, faculty, staff, and family members are invited to
participate in an NCCU talent showcase!
In honor of the centennial, the entry fee will be 100 cents
($1.00).

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

Hill Harper**9:30 a.m.
Inspirational Service
B.N. Duke Auditorium

10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Brunch (Available for purchase)
W.G. Pearson Cafeteria

**12 Noon
Lyceum Program
Featuring guest speaker:
Hill Harper, author and actor
Click here to read Hill Harper's bio
B.N. Duke Auditorium
Free and open to the public

3 p.m.
Second Steps Academic Achievement Ceremony
B.N. Duke Auditorium

First-year students from spring 2009 who earned a 3.0
semester GPA or higher will be honored.

**Please note changes to the schedule of event schedule


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