Did you begin your Recreation and Leisure Studies degree in 1973? Your fellow classmates Nancy McCalder and Pam Graham have been busy planning a fantastic reunion for your group. While you may not have all graduated in the same year, those who started together in 1973 have had a lasting bond and we are excited to host you back on campus!
Your reunion begins with check-in, pick up your name tag and enjoy a coffee and refreshments as you visit with fellow alumni, current and retired Faculty. The day includes a tour of the Faculty, new Physical Activities Complex (PAC) facilities and other highlights on our way to the Grad House for lunch. We have planned a tour of Kitchener-Waterloo for the group as well as a fantastic reception and dinner in the evening.
Schedule of Events
Friday, June 2, 2023
| Time | Location | Event Details |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 a.m. | Faculty of Health | Registration Check-in, pick up your name tag and enjoy complimentary refreshments. |
| 10 a.m. | Faculty of Health | Welcome remarks from University of Waterloo President Vivek Goel and Chair of Recreation and Leisure Studies Troy Glover. |
| 11 a.m. | Faculty of Health | Tour of Faculty of Health, Recreation and Leisure Studies department and NEW Phyical Activities Complex (PAC) facilities. A lot has changed in 50 years! |
| 12:30 p.m. | Grad House |
Join your classmates for lunch at the Grad House. Includes a hot entree and 1 non-alcoholic beverage. Chair of Recreation and Leisure Studies, Troy Glover, will join us to share his thoughts about the Recreation field today and the future. Cash bar is available. *Lunch cost is included in Full Day Ticket. |
| 2:30 to 4 p.m. | Kitchener-Waterloo City Tour |
Welcome back to Kitchener-Waterloo! Our professional guide is a former teacher and 16 year City Councillor. She will tour us through new neighbourhoods that showcase technology companies, transportation, housing, cultural centres, recreation facilities and more. A fun, compact engaging tour of one of Canada's most vibrant, growing communities. Fee includes transport and guide. *Tour cost is included in Full Day Ticket. |
| 6 p.m. | Proof Kitchen + Lounge, Delta Hotel | Enjoy the indoor and outdoor ambiance at Proof. Cash bar available throughout the evening. |
| 7 to 10 p.m. | Proof Kitchen + Lounge, private event space, Delta Hotel |
Join your classmates off campus at an upscale, trendy restaurant, Proof Restaurant and Lounge for a cash reception and 3 course dinner. Emcee'd by none other than Peter Tetely! Who knows maybe the spirit of the late Dr. Ng will join us. *Dinner cost is included in Full Day Ticket. |
Saturday, June 3, 2023
| Time | Location | Event Details |
|---|---|---|
| TBD | Golf |
For those wishing to swing those clubs, a 9 hole golf game will be arranged at a local KW golf course. Please email David Mitsui at david.mitsui@shaw.ca by May 1 to participate. Dave and Kathy Haddock will make arrangements at the golf course. Those who are registered will be sent the details in advance via email. |
| Self led activity | St. Jacob's Market | The St. Jacobs market is thriving and attracts people from far and near. It isn't quite the same market we remember and is definitely worth a visit. No need to sign up, just make your way to the market on your own schedule. Need a ride??? We will have a sign-up board at the Delta Hotel for anyone wishing to go but needs a ride. |
| 12 to 2 p.m. | Federation Hall | Forever Black and Gold Luncheon
Join us at Fed Hall for a gourmet buffet lunch, interactive activities, displays and live music. Reconnect and mingle with alumni and friends from all faculties and wear or bring along your favourite University of Waterloo clothing or memorabilia for a chance to win great prizes! Milestone Anniversary Celebration Cost: $30.00, includes gourmet buffet lunch and a drink ticket There will be halal and vegetarian/vegan options available. Presented by TD Insurance Meloche Monnex:
Featuring: Jones and the Jackpines Jones + the Jackpines are an indie trio from Kitchener-Waterloo made up of frontwoman Syd Jones (BSC '20) and her backing musicians Matt Wartman (BSC '07) and Graham Campbell (BA '08, MA '14, RLS). They play a variety of folk, rock, and Canadian indie classics, and originals. |
Class Reunion Legacy Bench
Leave a little of yourself at UWaterloo. We are donating a bench near the faculty building for students, faculty and visitors to enjoy!
Donations of $100, $500, or whatever works best for you, will be accepted online in advance or at the reunion. To be successful, we need to raise a minimum of $5000! We hope that you will join us in this initiative to leave our mark on UWaterloo! *Tax receipts will be available after making your donation.
If you are not able to attend the dinner or reunion, you can still make a donation by following the steps below or contacting Katelyn Gordner, Alumni Engagement Officer for the Faculty of Health.
- Make your class legacy contribution here.
- Click on the box that says "Make a one-time memorial or tribute gift"
- Select "Other fund"
- Input "Bench 50th Recreation Reunion Gift of 2023" in the section "Didn't find the fund you're looking for? Enter a fund name:".
