Rider to Celebrate Family Weekend, Founder’s Day 2009
Family Weekend has something for everyone, including performances, athletic games and the Founder’s Day program, which will recognize 61 Andrew J. Rider Scholars.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Family Weekend Registration – Thayer Lounge (Princeton Campus), Bart Luedeke Center Lobby (Lawrenceville Campus), 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Families can meet some of the Family Weekend staff, enjoy some light refreshments, and receive a schedule of the weekend events and tickets for specific performances.
Schola Open Rehearsal – Bristol Chapel (Princeton Campus), 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The Westminster Schola Cantorum is one of three curricular choirs that form the core of the Westminster experience. Composed of students in their second year of study at Westminster, the Choir prepares students for the Westminster Symphonic Choir, which performs and records with the world’s great orchestras.
University Chorale Open Rehearsal – Gill Chapel (Lawrenceville Campus), 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Now in its second season, the Rider University Chorale is composed of Rider University students selected by audition. Conducted by Ronnie Oliver, Jr., the ensemble performs both classic and contemporary works from the choral repertory. It has also collaborated with the Westminster Chapel Choir in Princeton and with the Rider University Choir in Lawrenceville.
Symphonic Choir Rehearsal – Playhouse (Princeton Campus), 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Recognized as one of the world’s leading choral ensembles, the Westminster Symphonic Choir has recorded and performed with major orchestras under virtually every internationally known conductor of the last 75 years. The choir has performed over 300 times with the New York Philharmonic. In 2009-2010, the choir will sing with the New York Philharmonic, the San Francisco Symphony and The Orchestra of St. Luke’s.
Lunch Available – Dining Commons (Princeton Campus), Daly Dining Hall (Lawrenceville Campus), 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m
Families can "pay at the door" and enjoy a meal in the Dining Commons or Daly Dining Hall for $7.75 per person.
Chapel Choir Open Rehearsal - Bristol Chapel (Princeton Campus), 1:10 – 2 p.m.
The Westminster Chapel Choir is composed of first-year students at Westminster Choir College of Rider University. Each fall the ensemble performs at Westminster’s Family Weekend Concert and at “An Evening of Readings and Carols.” Founded in 1949, the Westminster Chapel Choir takes its name from Westminster’s rich history of leadership in the field of sacred music and from the time when the choir sang in campus chapel services.
Westminster Choir Open Rehearsal – Playhouse (Princeton Campus), 4:30 – 6 p.m.
A rehearsal of the Westminster Choir under the direction of Dr. Joe Miller; Westminster Choir has set the standard for choral excellence for 80 years.
Williamson Voices Open Rehearsal – Bristol Chapel (Princeton Campus), 4:30 - 6 p.m.
The Westminster Williamson Voices is a highly select ensemble that emphasizes world music and the music of our time. It is named for Westminster’s founder, John Finley Williamson, who believed that choral music be performed at the highest level and should be accessible to all. One of America’s most respected choral conductors and educators, James Jordan is internationally recognized for his theories of rhythm pedagogy and movement, which are widely applied in teaching rhythm to children and adults.
Dinner Available – Dining Commons (Princeton Campus), Daly Dining Hall (Lawrenceville Campus), 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Families can "pay at the door" and enjoy a meal in the Dining Commons or Daly Dining Hall for $8.75 per person.
Emerging Leaders/Multicultural Student Leadership Institute Family Reception – Mercer Room, Daly Dining Hall (Lawrenceville Campus), 5:30 p.m.
Families of student participants of the Emerging Leaders and MSLI programs are welcome to attend this reception to celebrate their successes.
Cranberry King & Queen Competition – Bart Luedeke Center Theater (Lawrenceville Campus), 6 p.m.
The conclusion to the month-long race for Cranberry King and Queen. The event is capped off with the coronation of the new King and Queen.
Student Entertainment Council Film “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince” – Sweigart Auditorium (Lawrenceville Campus), 7:30 p.m.
Ice Hockey vs. St. Joseph’s University - Loucks Ice Center (The Lawrenceville School), 8:15 p.m.
Greg Giraldo – Comedian – Bart Luedeke Center Theater, 9 p.m.
The Student Entertainment Council presents acclaimed comedian Greg Giraldo, best known for being the top roaster on the Comedy Central Roasts.
**Not suitable for the Little Broncs
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Family Weekend Registration – Thayer Lounge (Princeton Campus), Bart Luedeke Center Lobby (Lawrenceville Campus), 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Families can meet some of the Family Weekend staff and pick up a schedule of the weekend events and tickets for specific performances.
Alumni who are the parents or grandparents of a Rider or Westminster student are invited to celebrate their dual connection to the University. Invitations will be sent to legacy families. Bronc Band Performance – Outside of Bart Luedeke Center, 9 – 10 a.m..
Leadership Development Program Induction Ceremony – Bart Luedeke Center Theater (Lawrenceville Campus), 9 a.m.
The Center for the Development of Leadership Skills formally inducts new members into Rider’s Leadership Development Program.
Piano Master Class - Williamson Hall (Princeton Campus), 9 a.m.
Observe students receiving individualized attention and instruction and see them develop before your eyes as they continue to learn the art of piano from Ingrid Clarfield, Professor of Piano.
Family Educational and Informational Sessions (Lawrenceville Campus), 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Center for International Education – Bart Luedeke Center Room 257
Summer Options at Rider – Student Recreation Center Seminar Room
Greek Life – Bart Luedeke Center Room 14
Voice Master Class – Playhouse (Princeton Campus), 11 a.m.
Observe students receiving individualized attention and instruction and see them develop before your eyes as they continue to learn the art of singing from Laura Brooks Rice, Professor of Voice.
Alpha Xi Delta Family Day- Alpha Xi Delta Chapter House (Lawrenceville Campus), 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fun and festivities for Alpha Xi Delta members and their families.
Founder’s Day Program – Bart Luedeke Center Theater (Lawrenceville Campus), 11 a.m.
Our Andrew J. Rider Scholars are honored for their academic achievements.
Tau Kappa Epsilon Family Day - Omega House (Lawrenceville Campus), 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fun and festivities for Tau Kappa Epsilon members and their families.
Lunch – Cavalla Room (Lawrenceville Campus), Dining Commons (Princeton Campus), 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
A complimentary lunch for students and families with entertainment for the Little Broncs provided by the Residence Hall Association.
Fun for the Little Broncs – Outside Ciambelli Hall (Lawrenceville Campus), 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hayrides, face-painting, moon bounce and kettle corn.
Sigma Phi Epsilon Family Day - University House (Lawrenceville Campus), 12 -3 p.m.
Fun and festivities for Sigma Phi Epsilon members and their families.
Phi Sigma Sigma- Phi Sigma Sigma Chapter House (Lawrenceville Campus), 12 – 3 p.m.
Fun and festivities for Phi Sigma Sigma members and their families.
Rider Volleyball vs. Saint Peter’s College – Alumni Gym (Lawrenceville Campus), 1 p.m.
Celebrate your Rider pride with the women of the Rider Volleyball Team as the Broncs take on the Peahens!
Delta Phi Epsilon- Delta Phi Epsilon Chapter House (Lawrenceville Campus), 1 – 5 p.m.
Fun and festivities for Delta Phi Epsilon members and their families.
Opera Theater Open Rehearsal – Playhouse (Princeton Campus), 2 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Under the musical direction of Professor Daniel Beckwith and the stage direction of Marc Verzatt, Westminster Opera Theater will rehearse Albert Herring, by Benjamin Britten. The opera program at Westminster is under the direction of Professor Beckwith and in recent years has performed Il Re Pastore and La Clemenza di Tito by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Dialogue of the Carmelites by Francis Poulenc.
University Chorale Performance – Gill Chapel (Lawrenceville Campus), 2 p.m.
Now in its second season, the Rider University Chorale is composed of Rider University students selected by audition. Conducted by Ronnie Oliver, Jr., the ensemble performs both classic and contemporary works from the choral repertory. It has also collaborated with the Westminster Chapel Choir in Princeton and with the Rider University Choir in Lawrenceville.
Faculty/Student Showcase – Bristol Chapel (Princeton Campus), 3 p.m.
A special Family Weekend concert that includes a myriad of performances from the various music departments at Westminster.
Men’s Basketball Exhibition Game vs. West Chester University – Alumni Gym (Lawrenceville Campus), 4 p.m.
Experience first hand the marvel that is the Rider Men’s Basketball team as they compete in an exhibition game for the Rider community. Obtain your tickets at Family Weekend Registration.
Catholic Mass – Gill Memorial Chapel, 4 p.m. Reception to follow.
Brown Water Coffee House – Rider Pub (Lawrenceville Campus), 5 p.m.
Families and students are welcome to share their artistic and literary talents in an open mic coffee house atmosphere.
“Rent” Scenes, Directed by Miriam Mills – Yvonne Theater (Lawrenceville Campus), 7:30 p.m.
If you've always wondered what it takes to get a show ready for opening night, visit this open tech rehearsal of excerpts from "Rent," Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer-prize winning Broadway musical, to be produced by the Fine Arts Department on the Lawrenceville campus. Come view our students as they put the finishing touches on the production in preparation for opening night later in the week!
Chapel Choir – Richardson Auditorium (Princeton University), 7:30 p.m.
The Westminster Chapel Choir is composed of first-year students at Westminster Choir College of Rider University. Each fall the ensemble performs at Westminster’s Family Weekend Concert and at “An Evening of Readings and Carols.” Founded in 1949, the Westminster Chapel Choir takes its name from Westminster’s rich history of leadership in the field of sacred music and from the time when the choir sang in campus chapel services. Tickets can be obtained at Family Weekend Registration.
Bronc Bingo – Daly Dining Hall (Lawrenceville Campus), 10 p.m.
For Family Weekend a special version of the game has been designed. Families and students can play to win prizes and enjoy this exciting weekend activity.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Brunch Available – Dining Commons (Princeton Campus), Daly Dining Hall (Lawrenceville Campus), 11 a.m.
Families can "pay at the door" and enjoy a meal in the Dining Commons or Daly Dining Hall.
Rider Ultimate Frisbee Alumni Game and Reception – Daly Intramural Field (Lawrenceville Campus), 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Reception to follow in Daly Board Room
Zeta Tau Alpha Family Day- Zeta Tau Alpha Chapter House (Lawrenceville Campus), 12 - 3 p.m.
Fun and festivities for Zeta Tau Alpha members and their families.
Women’s Basketball Exhibition Game vs. West Chester University – Alumni Gym (Lawrenceville Campus), 1 p.m.
Experience first hand the marvel that is the Rider Women’s Basketball team as they compete in an exhibition game for the Rider community. Obtain your tickets at Family Weekend Registration.
