Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

SATURDAY, APRIL 30

Parents’ Association Meeting
8 a.m., Faculty/Staff Dining Room, Hulman Union
Parents are welcome to help the Parents’ Association plan future events and discuss issues important to Rose-Hulman. There are no fees for being a member of the Parents’ Association. No reservations required.

Bookstore Open for Gift Buyers
8 a.m.-5 p.m., Ground Level, Hulman Union
The bookstore is well-stocked with commencement gift ideas for those parents wanting to make purchases.

Parents’ Information Sessions:
Career Services Update “It’s Not Your Mom’s Job Hunt, But Parents Can Help”
	10-10:50 a.m., Kahn Rooms, Hulman Union Kevin Hewerdine, director of career services and employer relations, will offer advice on how parents can help in their student’s internship or full-time job search. An update on the 2011 senior class and employer recruiting trends will also be presented, along with students discussing their job search experiences. Reservations required -- limited to 300 persons.

Going to Class Graphic Communications Mini-Course
	10-10:50 a.m., O-203, Olin Advanced Learning Center 11-11:50 a.m., O-203, Olin Advanced Learning Center (session is full) Dr. Patsy Brackin, professor of mechanical engineering, will show how parents can make a simple 3-D model on a computer screen. Impress your son or daughter with your computer prowess and have some fun in the process. Reservations required -- seating is limited to 28 persons for each session.

Tours of Rose-Hulman Ventures
	11 a.m. to Noon, Departing from Lobby, Hulman Union (session is full) 12:30-1:30 p.m., Departing from Lobby, Hulman Union (session is full) Parents will get a behind-the-scenes look at Rose-Hulman Ventures, a unique educational program that’s located on Rose-Hulman’s South Campus. You will witness how students and faculty work on real, innovation-stage projects with leading technology-based companies. Over 300 students participate in internships at Rose-Hulman Ventures each year. Reservations are required -- each tour is limited to 30 people.

Chair Massages for Mom
	10 a.m. to Noon, Reading Room, Hulman Union 1-5 p.m., Reading Room, Hulman Union Mothers can enjoy a free 15-minute personal chair massage -– by appointment. Sign up at the Parents’ Association information table in the lobby of the Hulman Union.

Mom’s Day Brunch
11a.m.-1 p.m., Vonderschmitt Dining Room, Hulman Union
Parents can enjoy a casual lunch through ARAMARK Dining Service’s student serving area. Guests will be charged $5 per meal. Just pay at the door. No reservations are necessary.

Athletic Activities:
Baseball Doubleheader Rose-Hulman vs. Manchester
	Noon, Art Nehf Field Support the Fightin’ Engineers as they face Manchester in a pair of Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference games. Catch a few innings or the entire doubleheader. There’s free admission and no tickets are required.

Softball Doubleheader Rose-Hulman vs. Manchester
	1 p.m., Rose-Hulman Softball Stadium Watch the Engineers in this critical HCAC series against Manchester College. Catch a few innings or the entire doubleheader. There’s free admission and no tickets are required.

“The Price Is Rite”
3-5 p.m., Kahn Rooms, Hulman Union
Come on down! The Student Activities Board will host its popular game show, with selected parents given the chance to win prizes in fun-filled games -- just like the real thing! There is no charge, but seating is limited to 300 persons. Reservations required.

Mom's Day Dinner
5-6:30 p.m., Vonderschmitt Dining Room, Hulman Union

Families will be treated to a special dinner organized by the Parents’ Association. President Matt Branam will address parents during the dinner, and the Rose-Hulman Jazz Band, directed by Gary Turner, will perform popular tunes. The Parents’ Association will also present the Joy Hulbert Arena to a female member of the campus community for its support to students.

The meal will include:

• Mandarin Romaine Salad

• Bruschetta Chicken

• Linguini with creamy dill sauce

• Steamed broccoli

• Dinner rolls

• Beverages

• Peppermint Mousse with Pirouette

(Vegetarian meal available -- Please indicate on reservation)

Each dinner costs $18 for adults and Rose-Hulman students; $9 for children (3-11 years old); and free for children under 3 years old. Reservations required.

Drama Club Musical, "The Drowsy Chaperone"

7:30 p.m., Hatfield Hall Theater
This production tells the story of a modern day musical theater addict known simply as “Man in Chair.” To chase his blues away he drops the needle on his favorite LP –- the 1928 musical comedy, “The Drowsy Chaperone.” The musical magically bursts to life on stage, telling the tale of a pampered Broadway starlet who wants to give up show business to get married, her producer who sets out to sabotage the nuptials, her chaperone, the debonair groom, the dizzy chorine, the Latin lover and a pair of gangsters who double as pastry chefs. Man in Chair's love of “The Drowsy Chaperone” speaks to anyone who has ever been transported by the theater. Tickets are $12 for adults; $10 for youths and free for all Rose-Hulman students. Reservations required.

SUNDAY, May 1

Drama Club Musical, "The Drowsy Chaperone"
2:30 p.m. Hatfield Hall Theater
See description and ticket prices under Saturday listing. Reservations required, with seating being reserved.

Ticket Information: Tickets are $12 for all guests, $10 for non-RHIT students and youths, and free for RHIT students.
Reservations required, with seating being reserved.

There will be no guarantees of a ticket without a reservation!