Family Weekend 2012 Events

Check out last year's events to get a feel for Family Weekend.

Friday, Oct 19, 2012

Time	Event	Separate Tickets
9am-3pm	JWU Bookstore (Academic & Student Ctr) Stock up on comfy JWU gear and take advantage of the 15% discount on all JWU spirit apparel and gifts. Daily raffle for exclusive JWU Spirit Gear with every purchase.
10am-3pm	Wildcat Tours (Wildcat Ctr lobby) Tour the brand-new, 35,000-sq foot Center, which houses our varsity sports teams, fitness center and group fitness studio.
11am-2pm	Lunch Dine on campus at The Mix, our full-service dining hall, at a cost of $8/pp. Save by purchasing flex dollars online. You can also choose to go off campus to explore local cuisines. A local dining guide will be provided at check-in.
11am-6pm	Check-in (Wildcat Ctr lobby) Receive your Family Weekend welcome kit containing your Family Weekend Guide, general access passes and Family Weekend t-shirts.
noon-3pm	Clubs & Organizations Showcase (Wildcat Ctr Event Space) Explore the various Clubs & Organizations of Wildcat Nation and learn about the many ways your student can get involved on campus. Every Club & Organization will showcase their organization in a fun, interactive way!
noon-3pm	JWU Pride Station (Wildcat Ctr Atrium) Get into the Wildcat Nation spirit by getting your face or body painted, paw print tattoos and Wildcat spirit gear.
3-3:30pm	Wildcat Fan Van (Univ Center) Join the Wildcat Nation! Hop on the Wildcat Fan Van and get whisked off to the JWU women’s soccer match vs St Thomas University.
4-6pm	JWU vs St Thomas Women’s Soccer (St Thomas Univ) Get your tail on the Wildcat Fan Van to support the JWU women’s soccer team as they take on the St Thomas Bobcats. Be sure to get your game face on at the JWU Pride Swag Station before the game.
5-8pm	Wildcat Dinner (The Mix) For guests who were unable to RSVP for the President’s Dinner, dine as the locals do. $9/pp. Save by purchasing flex dollars online.
5-8pm	Dinner on Your Own For guests who were unable to RSVP for the President’s Dinner, this is a wonderful opportunity to explore the diverse cuisine of greater Miami. A local dining guide is included in your check-in swag bag.
6:15pm	Shuttles to President’s Dinner (various locations) Check your Family Weekend Guide for schedules.
7-11pm	President’s Dinner at the Capitol (Grand Central) Dine in decadence at this elegant Hunger Games-themed dinner. We encourage you to dress in your finest Capitol Couture costumes. (Not sure what that means? Read all about it in your Family Weekend Guide.) Pre-registration is required, as limited space is available.	Reserve

Saturday, Oct 20, 2012

Time	Event	Separate Tickets
8-10am	Breakfast at the Cornucopia (Wildcat Ctr lobby) Complimentary light breakfast. First come, first served.
8-8:40pm	Yoga (Palm Court) Improve flexibility, posture and balance with traditional Yoga poses that encourage efficient breathing and concentration. Towels, mats and light refreshments provided.
9am-noon	Check-in (Wildcat Ctr lobby) Receive your Family Weekend swag bag that contains your Family Weekend Guide, general access passes and Family Weekend t-shirts.
9am-3pm	JWU Bookstore (Academic & Student Center) Take advantage of the 15% FW discount and stock up on JWU merchandise!
10-10:40am	Zumba (Wildcat Ctr Studio) Train hard in this high-energy fitness class that fuses Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves.
10:50-11:30am	Body Sculpting (Wildcat Ctr Studio) Tone and condition your muscles with a series of free-weight exercises and bursts of step that will reshape your body.
11:30am-12:10pm	Butts & Guts (Wildcat Ctr Studio) A killer workout for advanced exercisers that focuses on muscular endurance and targets the lower body and abs.
11am-2pm	Lunch Dine on campus at The Mix, our full-service dining hall, at a cost of $8/pp. Save by purchasing flex dollars online. You can also choose to go off campus to explore local cuisines.
noon-2pm	Greek Life Family Mixer (Biscayne Commons Courtyard) Is your student a member of a Greek organization? Learn more about the 9 on-campus frats and sororities in this fun, interactive event.
noon-3pm	JWU Pride Station (Wildcat Ctr Atrium) Get into the Wildcat Nation spirit by getting your face or body painted, paw print tattoos and Wildcat spirit gear.
2-4pm	Faculty & Staff Meet & Greet (Student Academic Ctr) Learn about JWU through interactive activities designed by each of our academic departments.
2-2:45pm 3-3:45pm	Job Booster Workshop (Academic & Student Ctr) Learn about all the free services available through Career Services, including resume writing, interview coaching and more, to help your son or daughter find a job locally.
2-2:45pm 3-3:45pm	Learn about Internships (Academic & Student Ctr) Internships are a great way for students to forge industry connections and gain on-the-job expertise while earning academic credit. Learn about the exciting opportunities available for your student.
2-2:45pm	Library District Event Experience the library like never before. Learn the history of the Wildcat Nation and earn a chance to win awesome Hunger Games prizes!
3-3:45pm	Study Abroad Info Session (Academic & Student Center) Take advantage of the opportunity to explore the world before you graduate by considering Study Abroad, which offers you the chance to study overseas while earning academic credit.
3-3:30pm	Wildcat Fan Van (Univ Center) Join the Wildcat Nation! Hop on the Wildcat Fan Van and get whisked off to the JWU women’s soccer match vs. St Thomas University.
4-6pm	JWU vs. St Thomas Men’s Soccer (St Thomas Univ) Get your tail on the Wildcat Fan Van to support the JWU Men’s soccer team as they take on the St Thomas Bobcats. Be sure to get your game face on at the JWU Pride Swag Station before the game.
5-8pm	Dinner Dine on campus at The Mix, our full-service dining hall, at a cost of $9/pp. Save by purchasing flex dollars online. You can also choose to go off campus to explore local cuisines.
7pm	Get Ready for the Games Two citizens, one male and one female, will be selected to serve as tributes in the Games. If a younger sibling is selected, any citizen from that district may volunteer to take his or her place. They will be then be taken to the Remake Center for a makeover.
8-10pm	The 20th Annual Hunger Games May the odds be in your favor! JWU Athletics has designed a challenging and fun series of timed obstacle courses for competitors. The tribute with the best time and point combination will be declared the winner.

Sunday, Oct 21, 2012

Time	Event	Separate Tickets
9-9:30am	Shuttles to Mockingjay Brunch at Victors’ Village Check your Family Weekend Guide for schedules.
10am-2pm	Mockingjay Brunch at Victors’ Village (WJ Bryan Elementary) Join the stylish citizens of Wildcat Nation as we end Family Weekend Hunger Games on a high note. Enjoy a decadent buffet as we celebrate the winning Tributes and their families.	Reserve
3-5pm	Family Kayaking Experience (Blue Moon Outdoor Ctr) JWU Athletics has organized the perfect ending for our exciting Hunger Games weekend. Single or tandem kayaks available. Cost per person: $10	Reserve

A number of our special events require separate tickets. We strongly encourage you to pre-register for these events, which may sell out by the time you arrive on campus.