125th Anniversary Calendar

SEPTEMBER 2009

All College Meeting

• The official launch of the College’s 125th anniversary celebration.
  September 3, 2009, 10 a.m.
  Location: Dana Gymnasium, Blake Arena
  

125th Anniversary merchandise available at College Bookstore

125th Anniversary street-pole banners installed

OCTOBER 2009

Scrapbooks from the Archives

• Babson Library is proud to display some of the scrapbooks from our archives. The display case, located on the library’s first floor, offers a wonderful glimpse into the College’s past for alumni and students, as well as our guests. Take a moment to celebrate Springfield College history with us!
  October 2009
  Location: Babson Library
  

Humanics in Action Day

• Featuring special 125th anniversary commemorative t-shirts.
  October 1, 2009
  9:30 a.m., Opening Ceremonies
  Location: Blake Track
  

Family Weekend (October 9-11, 2009)

• Springfield College 125th Anniversary: History Discussion and Reception
  Join some of Springfield College’s distinguished faculty and staff in a presentation on the College’s 125th anniversary. Refreshments to follow.
  October 9, 6:30 p.m.
  Location: TBA
  

Museum of Springfield History Grand Opening

• Visit the city’s newest museum, which includes a Springfield College display—the only display of a college included in the exhibit.
  Date: October 10, 2009
  Location: 85 Edwards Street (adjacent to the Quadrangle), Springfield, MA
  

NOVEMBER 2009

Homecoming (November 6-8, 2009)

• 100th Gymnastics Exhibition Home Show
  Join us for this exciting performance, which will highlight the rich, century-long gymnastics heritage at Springfield College.
  November 6, 8 p.m.
  November 7, 7:30 p.m.
  Location: Physical Education Complex, Blake Arena.
  Please enter through side lobby. Tickets required for admission.
  
• Canoe Parade and Pep Rally
  Join our student-athletes and leaders for this age-old Springfield College tradition, rekindled in celebration of our 125th anniversary.
  November 6, 7-7:30 p.m.
  Location: Lake Massasoit (parade) and Rally Hill (pep rally)
  
• Recording History
  In honor of our 125th anniversary, stop by the StoryCorps booth and become a living part of Springfield College’s historical archives.
  November 7, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  Location: TBA
  
• Coffee House
  Join Professors Emeriti Dr. Edward Sims ’51 and Dr. Beth Evans ’62, as well as Dr. Mimi Murray ’61, G ’68, professor of physical education, for a look at pieces of the College’s history that span a century and a quarter. Sample hot and iced tea blends and coffees along with other light refreshments.
  November 7, 10-10:45 a.m.
  Location: TBA
  

Dance Concert: Movimento

• MOVIMENTO, a dance concert
  Friday and Saturday, Nov. 20-21, at 8 p.m.
  Sunday, Nov. 22, at 2 p.m.
  Appleton Auditorium, Fuller Arts Center
  
  Tickets:
  General admission - $5
  Springfield College students (please bring your student identification card) - $4
  Children under 12 and seniors aged 65 and over - $3
  
  Tickets may be purchased in advance Nov. 16-20 in Cheney Dining Hall, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
  
  

JANUARY 2010

Looking Back: An Exhibition of Springfield College Art

• Throughout the month
  Location: William Blizard Gallery, Blake Hall
  

Founders Day Celebration

• Date: TBA
  Dedication of the Richard B. Flynn Campus Union
  Leadership Seminar

FEBRUARY 2010

Looking Back: An Exhibition of Springfield College Art

• Through February 19
  Location: William Blizard Gallery, Blake Hall

APRIL 2010

Celebrating the Birthplace of Basketball®, James Naismith and His Legacy:

• A week-long series of events in celebration of the Birthplace of Basketball® and its inventor, James Naismith.
  April 12-17, 2010

Master Class with Steve James, Director of the Film Hoop Dreams

• Lecture and question-and-answer session with the highly-acclaimed film director, producer, and screenwriter.
  April 12, 2-3:30 p.m.
  Location: Fuller Arts Center, Appleton Auditorium
  

Introduction to Hoop Dreams by Director Steve James

• Screening of the film, Hoop Dreams, and a post-film question-and-answer session with Steve James.
  April 12, 6:45 p.m.
  Location: Fuller Arts Center, Appleton Auditorium

Dedication ceremony of statue of Dr. James Naismith

• April 13, noon

Poetry Reading: Jack Ridl

• The award-winning poet will read from his new book of basketball poems, Losing Season. A book signing will follow.
  April 14, 7:30 p.m.
  Location: Marsh Memorial
  

MAY 2010

124th Springfield College Commencement

• Graduate Ceremony
  May 15, 2010
  Click here for graduate ceremony information.

Baccalaureate Ceremony

• May 15, 2010
  Click here for baccalaureate ceremony information.

Undergraduate Ceremony

• May 16, 2010
  Click here for undergraduate ceremony information.

JUNE 2010

Reunion Weekend (June 10-13, 2010)

• A Springfield College 125th anniversary reunion celebration.

IN ADDITION

William Simpson Fine Arts Series

• Throughout the year
  Many of the Simpson programs will celebrate the contributions of Springfield College to the arts.

The Karpovich Lecture: “The Science of Springfield”

• Spring Semester, Date TBA
  Presented by: Dr. Mimi Murrary ’61, G’ 68
  

International Fair

• Spring Semester, Date TBA Dedication of the International Center in the Richard B. Flynn Campus Union

Release of 125th Anniversary Poster Series

• A series of eight posters highlighting the College’s impact and influence throughout the years will be released during the anniversary year.

Triangle

• The College’s magazine will feature the history of Springfield College.

125th Anniversary Web Pages

• A new site commemorating the 125th anniversary will be located on the College’s Web pages.

Springfield College: In Spirit, Mind, and Body (Notes and Scenes from Our First 125 Years 1885-2010), by Richard C. Garvey and Ronald S. Ziemba, to be released.