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Reunion Weekend schedule

 

 

Please note this schedule may change slightly due to added events or minor changes

Friday, May 8

9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Registration
Windsor Grand Room, Windsor Hall

First stop, registration!  Pickup you registration welcome package and get access to your on-campus accomodations.

Hall Assignments

  • Classes 1961 - 1976: Harper Hall
  • Classes 1981 - 2001: Windsor Hall
  • Classes 2006 - 2021 & 2025: Campbell Hall
  • Men's Hockey Reunion: Harper Hall

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Reunion Weekend arrival and parking information

Reunion attendees staying on campus will be checking in at Windsor Grand to get their room assignment and key, tickets, and registration package.

No parking will be available outside of Harper, Windsor  or Campbell Hall during check-in. Cars cannot be left unattended in the quad, except to unload luggage.

Guests of Harper, Campbell and Windsor Hall  

  1. Arrival: Enter the Northside Quad from Main Street (via the rainbow crosswalk) and keep right.  
  2. Navigation: Follow the posted signage (depending on where you are staying). 
  3. Baggage drop–off: Drop off your luggage at your assigned house. Volunteers will assist with carrying and storing your luggage while you exit the loop to park your car. 
  4. Parking and registration: Exit from Windsor Hall at the same entrance point and turn right. Proceed to the King Street Parking Lot or Rectory Lane before returning to Windsor Hall to pick up your luggage and complete registration. Limited parking spaces are available on Rectory Lane just to the left of Windsor Hall.

Guests of Bigelow and Bennett House 

  1. Arrival and bag drop–off: Drop off your bags at your assigned house. Volunteers will assist with carrying and storing your luggage while you park your car. 
  2. Parking: Park your car at King Street or Rectory Lane.
  3. Registration: Enjoy a walk through campus to Windsor Hall on the Northside of campus to complete your registration.  

A reminder that Mount Allison is a pedestrian campus, concrete walkways are reserved for pedestrian use and unauthorized vehicles are not permitted to drive on the walkways. 

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Thaddeus Holownia Studio Tour
535 Jolicure Rd., Jolicure

Directions from University: Take the Transcanada Hwy to Aulac - exit on to Hwy 16 to PEI, drive approximately 9 km to Parson Road and turn left.  Drive 1 km on Parson Rd and at the stop sign, turn left. Drive 3 km to 535 Jolicure Road.  Anchorage Press sign will be out.

1:30 p.m.

 

 

Friday Prayers
University Chapel, Manning Multi-faith Room

Weekly Friday Prayers for the Muslim Community are self-led. Prayer rugs available.

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Historic walking tour of campus with Renee Belliveau ('17)
Meet in front of the Trueman Cottage (formerly President's Cottage)

Join Renee for a walk around campus to learn about the history of MtA.

4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

2SLGBTQ+ Social — for grads and alumni with Marcie Meekins ('12)
The Pond Pub, Wallace McCain Student Centre

Connect, celebrate, and share your stories at the 2SLGBTQIA+ gathering at Reunion.

5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

East Coast Welcome Back Dinner
Jennings Dining Hall

Dinner includes your choice of lobster or chicken with garden salad, potato salad, coleslaw, dessert, coffee/tea. A vegetarian & vegan option is also available.

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Class of '76 - Welcome Back Dinner
Tweedie Hall, Wallace McCain Student Centre

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Welcome receptions (email alumni@mta.ca to add your class welcome reception)

  • Class of '76 â€” Welcome Mixer, Lounge Location TBD
  • Class of '25 â€” Pizza Party, Lounge Location TBD

9:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Doors open at 9 p.m.

East Coast Kitchen Party with Signal Hill
Jennings Dining Hall

Bring your dancing shoes and bring your friends! Everyone is invited to this Friday night concert with Halifax's

Saturday, May 9

8 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. 

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9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

AquaFit with Margaret
Athletics Center, lower level

A new event for Reunion - Start your morning off right with Margaret Esparza-Lee, a certified AquaFitness instructor.  AquaFit is vertical aquatic exercises that focus on developing cardio, muscle, core and balance. Pool shoes and water bottle are recommended, towel and swimsuit is required. A waiver will need to be signed before participating.

Please note spaces are limited to 25 people per class, registration is required.  Email alumni@mta.ca if you would like to add it to your registration.

8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Breakfast
Jennings Dining Hall

Refuel after your first night of Reunion, the food will be plentiful and the coffee will be hot!

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

What's New on Campus Walking Tour
Meet in front of the Trueman Cottage (formerly President's Cottage)

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Registration continues
Windsor Grand Room, Windsor Hall

For late arrivals, registration remains open until 2:00 p.m. 

Expecting to arrive later? Please email alumni@mta.ca.

10 a.m. 

Class Meetings

Schedule TBD 

11 a.m.

Class Photos
Purdy Crawford Centre for the Arts Foyer

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Alumni Luncheon
Jennings Dining Hall

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Historic walking tour of campus with Renee Belliveau ('17)
Meet in front of the Trueman Cottage (formerly President's Cottage)

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Waterfowl Park Guided Tour with the Town of Tantramar
Meet in front of  Windsor Grand 

1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

MtA Trivia! hosted by Cydney Kane ('17)
The Pond Pub, Wallace McCain Student Centre

Test your MtA knowledge for a chance to win great prizes.

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Thaddeus Holownia Studio Tour
535 Jolicure Rd., Jolicure 

Directions from University: Take the Transcanada Hwy to Aulac - exit on to Hwy 16 to PEI, drive approximately 9 km to Parson Road and turn left.  Drive 1 km on Parson Rd and at the stop sign, turn left. Drive 3 km to 535 Jolicure Road.  Anchorage Press sign will be out.

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Fine Arts Graduate Exhibition
Owens Art Gallery

2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Class of '01 — 25-year pin ceremony and
Classes of '56 - '71 — Charles Frederick Allison pin ceremony
Convocation Hall

While the Class of '01 celebrates their reunion by receiving their 25-year pin, the Charles Frederick Allison pin will recognize alumni who are celebrating more than 50 years since graduation from Mount Allison. Business dress.

Class of '01 class photo will be taken following the ceremony.

3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Class of '76 — 50-year pin ceremony
Convocation Hall

This pin presentation recognizes alumni who are celebrating 50 years since graduating Mount Allison, followed by a reception. Business dress.

Class of '76 class photo will be taken following the ceremony. 

4:45 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Class of '26 and '76 Joint Photo 
Front steps of Convocation Hall

5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Men's Hockey Alumni Reception
The Painted Pony, Downtown Sackville

This is the pre-dinner reception for Men's Hockey Alumni

5:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Class of '25 and '75 Joint Photo 
Front steps of Convocation Hall

6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Alumni Banquet Reception
Jennings Dining Hall Mezzanine

Have a drink and mingle with alumni before heading downstairs to the Alumni Banquet.

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Men's Hockey Alumni Dinner
The Painted Pony, Downtown Sackville

This is the dinner reception for Men's Hockey Alumni

7 p.m. -  9 p.m.

Alumni Banquet
Jennings Dining Hall

The highlight of Reunion, featuring a delicious meal in a semi-formal setting. Alumni Achievement Awards will also be presented.

Please note, dessert will be served at the Dessert Reception in the Purdy Crawford Centre for the Arts, included in your Alumni Banquet ticket.

9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Dessert Reception
Purdy Crawford Centre for the Arts 

Complimentary for Alumni Banquet ticket holders. 

9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Y2Karaoke
The Pond, Wallace McCain Student Centre, lower level

Warm up those pipes and belt out your favourite tune!

10:30 p.m. 

Coffee House 
The Pond, Wallace McCain Student Centre, lower level

Join us for a casual and fun way to wrap up Saturday night at the reunion! Members of the BL5 will also be performing.  Bring your musical instruments, your voice, or just yourself, and enjoy a laid-back evening of music and great company.  

Sunday, May 10

8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Farewell Breakfast
Jennings Dining Hall

10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Thaddeus Holownia Studio Tour
535 Jolicure Rd., Jolicure 

Directions from University: Take the Transcanada Hwy to Aulac - exit on to Hwy 16 to PEI, drive approximately 9 km to Parson Road and turn left.  Drive 1 km on Parson Rd and at the stop sign, turn left. Drive 3 km to 535 Jolicure Road.  Anchorage Press sign will be out.

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Waterfowl Park guided tour
Meet outside Windsor Grand 

11 a.m.

Chapel Celebration
University Chapel

Join alumni, graduates, the Mount Allison community, and anyone who wants to join in song, prayer, sacred text, and reflection - hosted by the Multi-faith Chaplain and Spiritual Care Coordinator. People of all faiths, spiritual, and philosophical paths are welcome.

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Convocation Weekend Recital
Brunton Auditorium, M.Y. Bell Conservatory of Music

Performances by students from the Department of Music. Admission is free.

What's open on campus May 8-12?

Location Hours
Bookstore
  • Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Owens Art Gallery 
  • Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday - Sunday: - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Colville House
  • Saturday - Sunday: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Chapel
  • Daily: 9 a.m. -  9 p.m.
Athletic Centre/
Fitness Centre
  • Friday: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Saturday - Sunday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Note: the gymnasium, the pool, and the fitness centre are FREE for alumni to use during Reunion Weekend.