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Celebrating 50 years The College
the Community Built
1961-2011

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Founders Week

In honor of 50 years of service to the community, West Virginia University at Parkersburg will celebrate Founders Week
September 12 - 17, 2011.

Monday, September 12
Founders Week Campus Kickoff
Courtyard
(Or College Activities Center in the event of inclement weather)
Hot dogs, refreshments and music by the Glenville State Bluegrass Band
11 am
Tuesday, September 13
WVU at Parkersburg Foundation Annual Meeting
Community Room
11:30 am
Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
Community Room
5 pm
Richard Hight: Visual Impact Presentation
Theatre
7 pm
Wednesday, September 14
Retirees Luncheon (by invitation only)
Community Room
Noon
WVU Parkersburg Board of Governors Meeting
Room 2209-2211
5:45 pm
Thursday, September 15
Alumni Gathering
Student Lounge
5:30 pm
Special Performance: The Profs
Theatre
7 pm
Friday, September 16
WVU Parkersburg 50th Anniversary Gala
College Activities Center
Featuring: Tim Courts Band from Bob Thompson Productions, Inc.
Tickets: $75/general admission, $50/faculty & staff
7 pm
Saturday, September 17
Convocation for 50 Honorary Degree Recipients
College Activities Center - Line up at 9:30 am in the library
(College faculty, staff, retirees and the community will participate in Convocation)
10 am
Taste of Parkersburg!
(Tickets may be purchased online: www.tasteofparkersburg.com)
5 - 11 pm


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