8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
FAMILY WEEKEND WELCOME CENTER
Colony Ballroom, Stamp Student Union
Welcome to UM!  Families that pre-registered for Family Weekend may pick up nametags, event tickets, a parking pass, campus map and additional Family Weekend materials. Families may also register on-site for any available events. Free, short-term parking is available in the Union Lane Garage. Families should move vehicles to the designated lots for Family Weekend immediately following check-in.


8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
MARYLAND PARENTS ASSOCIATION SILENT AUCTION
Colony Ballroom, Stamp Student Union
Support the Parents Association Student Scholarship Fund by bidding on the many wonderful items in the Silent Auction. Bidding continues through 2:30 p.m., and winning items can be picked up at the Stamp Student Union on Sunday at 11:00 a.m.


9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
TERP QUEST
Eppley Recreation Center
Free event, but reservations required.
While you attend the Welcome Extravaganza, your kids can enjoy Terp Quest!  Designed especially for the "little" Terps ages 6 - 12, this program will provide opportunities to play cooperative games, create art projects and have fun in the company of a small group of other Terp Quest participants at the Eppley Recreation Center. Your children will be encouraged by our caring counselors to fully participate in age-appropriate activities. Light morning snacks and refreshments will be provided, and all participants will receive a special Family Weekend Terp Quest t-shirt.
     Terp Quest is a "kids only" program and is open to all children in Grades 1 through 6. Activities were developed and are supervised by certified recreation professionals. Parents should drop-off children at the Eppley Recreation Center by 9:00 a.m., then pick-up children immediately following the Welcome Extravaganza at 12:00 p.m.


9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
TERP FAMILIES WELCOME EXTRAVAGANZA
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
This event is included in your Family Weekend Registration Fee, so no ticket/registration for this event is necessary. Family Weekend nametag required for breakfast.

9:30 a.m.    Continental Breakfast Meet & Greet
10:30 a.m.   Welcome Celebration

Enjoy a delicious breakfast spread and conversation while you mingle with other parents and interact with President and Mrs. Mote and various university administrators in the beautiful setting of Moxley Gardens. All registered Family Weekend participants are invited to attend, and families are welcome to arrive at any time during the Meet & Greet.
     Then, gather in Orem Alumni Hall for the official kick-off celebration for Family Weekend! Listen to welcome remarks and enjoy a spirited performance by our surprise guests from the Department of Music. Recipients of the 2008 Outstanding Academic Advisor Award, Outstanding Faculty Educator Award and the Family Member of the Year Award will be also recognized. Families attending the celebration will be eligible to win one of several great door prizes, including a MacBook and Dell Latitude laptop computer.
 

9:30 a.m.
SHABBAT SERVICES
The Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center for Jewish Life


11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
UP CLOSE: AN ADMISSIONS INFORMATION SESSION
Benjamin Banneker Room, Stamp Student Union
Is someone in your family interested in becoming a University of Maryland student? The Office of Undergraduate Admissions invites you to attend this special information session for family members of current students. Learn more about the services and programs available for students and gain valuable insight into the admission process. Session will be followed by a 90-minute walking tour of campus.


12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
BBQ ON McKELDIN MALL
McKeldin Mall (Rain location: Cole Fieldhouse)
$18.75 for adults/UM students
$10 for children 12 and under
Meet up with your student and join us for food, fun and friends on McKeldin Mall! Choose from our festive barbecue fare, interact with Terp families, and enjoy a live performance by Santa Mamba.
     Santa Mamba is one of the most talented and original acts on the East Coast—combining the hot, hip-shaking sounds of salsa, fiery flamenco rhythms, and bass-driven funk with the power of rock & roll. Santa Mamba blends diverse musical influences and backgrounds into a unique sound full of Latin soul that will have everyone moving.

Green Dining: In support of the University's sustainability efforts, all napkins, utensils, plates, cups and food feature compostable material. All items should be deposited in the Compost Station on McKeldin Mall.
 

12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
ART GALLERIES OPEN HOUSE
Enjoy an afternoon of art by touring the university’s art galleries, featuring a variety of collections and exhibitions.

The Art Gallery
Ground Floor, Art-Sociology Building
Herman Maril Gallery
1309 Art-Sociology Building
David D. Driskell Center Gallery
1207 Cole Activities Building
Union Gallery
1220 Stamp Student Union


1:00 p.m.
FIELD HOCKEY VS. DUKE
Field Hockey & Lacrosse Complex
For ticket information, please call the Terrapin Ticket Office at 800.IMA.TERP or 301.314.7070. Tickets may also be purchased one hour before the game at the field on game day (cash sales only). All seats are general admission.


1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
THE UM-AZING RACE
McKeldin Mall
Using only a compass and a map to guide you, explore the campus and find specified landmarks within the allotted time.  Teams of families can check in any time from 1:30 until 2:30 p.m. at the UM-azing Race table on McKeldin Mall and will finish at the Eppley Recreation Center Adventure Complex.  Participants will have a chance to win various prizes.

 

OFF CAMPUS EXCURSIONS All excursions will take place rain or shine. Advance registration required. Buses will depart campus from the front of the Main Administration Building.

Where the "Wild" Things Are National Zoo, Washington, D.C. Departs campus at 2:00 p.m. and departs from the National Zoo at 6:00 p.m. $8 per person, round trip transportation Join Dr. Jo Gayle Howard, adjunct professor in the Department of Animal and Avian Sciences, for a special lecture on the Giant Pandas then explore the zoo on your own. Jo Gayle, a veterinarian and reproductive physiologist in the Department of Reproductive Science at the National Zoo for the last 17 years, was instrumental in the artificial insemination of the Giant Pandas and is internationally known for her work with the use of advanced reproductive biology techniques in conservation of endangered species, particularly large cats and pandas.      Founded in 1889 and created by an act of Congress, the Smithsonian National Zoological Park is home to thousands of animals from all over the world.

Bike the Sites! National Monuments Tour National Mall, Washington, D.C. Departs campus at 2:00 p.m. and departs from Penn Quarter at approximately 6:00 p.m. $38 for adults/UM students (includes round trip transportation and tour fees) $28 for children 12 and under (includes round trip transportation and tour fees) Hop on a bike and explore the monuments and memorials around the National Mall and Potomac Tidal Basin. Visit and learn about many famous sites, including the Washington Monument and WW II Memorial, as well as a few hidden treasures. Stephen Marks, UM alumnus and Bike the Sites tour guide, will share history and interesting anecdotes about each memorial, then allow a few minutes for you to explore the sites on your own.      Bike tour level of difficulty is "Easy" and is for people of all ages. Competent children 4' 6" or taller ride their own bikes; toddlers and small children ride along behind a parent or guardian in trailer carriers and on tandem trailers (child trailers that attach to an adult bike ). A parent or guardian must accompany children under 16.

Archaeology in Annapolis Annapolis, Maryland Departs campus at 2:00 p.m. and departs from Annapolis at 6:00 p.m. $8 per person, round trip transportation University of Maryland staff will conduct a visit to the Banneker-Douglass Museum on Church Circle and its exhibit of hundreds of artifacts excavated from City of Annapolis sites by University of Maryland archaeology faculty and students, and a walking tour of nearby homes and inns dating to the 1700s. Touring will conclude by 4:00 p.m., leaving two hours for families to enjoy Maryland’s capital city at their own pace.      All sites are within easy walking distance of the U.S. Naval Academy grounds and Maryland State House (both open to the public), museums, restaurants, shopping, and commanding views of Spa Creek. Bring your cameras and photo ID, and wear comfortable shoes!

2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
CLASSES WITHOUT QUIZZES
Experience a class without all the work!  University faculty and administrators will share their expertise during these special sessions designed specifically for Family Weekend. Family Weekend nametag required for admission.

Students and Technology: Facing Facebook Realities
Benjamin Banneker Room A, Stamp Student Union
Social networking Web sites (like Facebook and MySpace) are staples in the lives of students, enabling them to share their lives via blogs and photos with literally thousands of people. While these electronic connections provide a useful outlet, many fail to realize the pitfalls of such web sites—especially when they can be accessed by university administrators, professors and prospective employers. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the “Facebook phenomenon,” cybersafety, cyberethics, and ways to help students become more responsible in their on-line activities.

Sustainability and Maryland Students: Do You Throw That Away at Home?
Benjamin Banneker Room B, Stamp Student Union
The University of Maryland is embarking on an ambitious sustainability effort affecting all aspects of campus life from academics and athletics to food and transportation. Find out more about Dr. Mote’s commitment to make our campus “carbon neutral” and what students, families, faculty and staff will be expected to do (and not do) to help stop climate change. Engage in an interactive session to assess your own actions and habits and have fun, too!


2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
UP CLOSE: AN ADMISSIONS INFORMATION SESSION
Juan Ramón Jiménez Room, Stamp Student Union (en Español)
Location TBA, Stamp Student Union (in English)


2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Proceso de Solicitud de Admision a la Universidad
El salon Jiménez, Stamp Student Union
¿Esta usted interesado en asistir la Universidad de Maryland? Esta presentación interactiva esta especialmente diseñada para los padres de familia  y estudiantes. La presentación les ayudara a conocer los fundamentos de la solicitud de admisión a la Universidad, desde los exámenes--SAT, ACT, TOEFL--hasta los requisitos del ensayo personal. Después de esta sesión habrá un tour del campus, guiado por un estudiante de la Universidad.


2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
OPEN CLIMBING & CHALLENGE COURSE
Adventure Complex, Eppley Recreation Center, North End
Add a challenge to your Family Weekend and enjoy an afternoon of fun on our 55-foot climbing wall and Adventure Complex. Parents, students, siblings and friends are all invited to test their climbing skills. Never climbed? Don’t worry—our experienced staff will guide you through a positive experience.


2:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
DISCOVER THE TERP ZONE!
Stamp Student Union
Free bowling and billiard tables with Family Weekend nametag.
All kids and kids-at-heart are invited to experience the fun of the Terp Zone game facility, complete with 8 bowling lanes, several billiard tables, popular arcade games and a TV lounge. You supply the energy and we’ll provide the coupons for free bowling and billiard tables. The popular Cosmic Bowling event begins at 9 p.m. Family members are also invited to take in the weekend movie at the Hoff Theatre, located just down the hall from the Terp Zone.


2:00 p.m.
UM TAGLIT-BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL: HILLEL TRIP INFORMATION SESSION
The Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center for Jewish Life
Maryland Hillel and Taglit-Birthright Israel offer a free 10-day Israel Experience. Come learn about all details from the registration process to travel logistics, and hear personal testimonials from Maryland Birthright Alumni. Session will be led by the Hillel trip staff.


3:00 p.m.
STUDY ABROAD 101: HELP YOUR STUDENTS THINK OUTSIDE THEIR BORDERS
Margaret Brent Room, Stamp Student Union
Come learn about study abroad opportunities for your students at the University of Maryland. Get the facts on when, where and how your student can study abroad (and still graduate in four years), including how the experience can be really affordable. Hear the experiences of students, advisors, faculty and parents; find out about the resources available to get your questions answered as the parent of a future study abroad student. Think outside your borders… study abroad is for everyone!


5:00 p.m.
HILLEL ALTERNATIVE BREAK INFORMATION SESSION
The Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center for Jewish Life
Join Hillel to learn about exciting new social justice and service learning opportunities that will be offered during Winter, Spring and Summer breaks. Opportunities include travel to the Gulf Coast, Los Angeles, Central America, South America, South Africa and the former Soviet Union. Learn about trip details and hear testimonials from Maryland Alternative Break Alumni. Session will be led by the Hillel trip staff.


5:00 p.m.
CATHOLIC MASS
Catholic Student Center, 4141 Guilford Drive, College Park
Catholic Student Ministry


6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
HILLEL OPEN HOUSE AND HAVDALLAH
The Ben and Esther Rosenbloom Hillel Center for Jewish Life
Join Hillel for a free open house and conversation about Jewish life on campus in the 21st century. Havdallah will commence at 7:15 p.m. Guest speaker TBA.


6:00 p.m.
DINNER AT THE DINER
The Diner on North Campus
Experience campus dining at its best in this food court-style dining room featuring 11 culinary stations. Located in Ellicott community, near the Campus Recreation Center, The Diner’s family-friendly a la carte menu includes food that will satisfy everyone’s taste buds. The Diner accepts major credit cards and cash, as well as Resident Points, Terp Bucks or Terrapin Express when accompanied by your student.

We also encourage you to take your student to dinner and explore the many wonderful restaurants in the College Park, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C. areas.


8:00 p.m.
FAMILY WEEKEND SPECTACULAR featuring THE ADULT CIRCUS and RECYCLED PERCUSSION
Ritchie Coliseum
$20 for adults
$10 for UM students/children 12 and under

One amazing night—two incredible performers!  Join The Adult Circus and Recycled Percussion for an exceptional evening of live entertainment.

The Adult Circus Variety Show
Don’t let the name fool you… this is fun for all ages! The Adult Circus is a fast-paced, audience interactive variety show that features an all-original presentation of magic, juggling, telepathy and dangerous side-show stunts all wrapped in a blanket of comedy! Adult Circus performers Chris Chelko & Michael DuBois have appeared on NBC's The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and MTV, have been featured in numerous national magazines, and performed at over 200 colleges and universities across the country.

Recycled Percussion
This is one of the most incredible shows to ever grace the stage at Family Weekend. Recycled Percussion can rock with anything! Making music from an assortment of power tools, scuba tanks, barrels, step ladders, and even the kitchen sink, this group takes the average garbage clutter and brings the audience to their feet. The high energy show of rock, funk and hip-hop rhythms—produced from every day industrial items, a top-notch DJ and electric and bass guitars—will assault and soothe the senses.