Brown Alumni Association

Reunion 2009 Helpful Information

See also the FAQ page for the answers to many common questions.

• Child Care Services - Camp Bruno
• Maddock Alumni Center
• Weather and Weekend Attire
• Emergency Medical Services
• Public Safety Emergency Services
• Parking
• Special Accommodations
• Handicapped parking
• Wheelchairs
• Dietary needs
• Restrooms
• Dining Options
• Brown Bookstore
  
• Lost and Found
• AA/Al-Anon Meetings
• Religious Services
• Reunion Student Staff

Friday and Saturday 5:00 pm – midnight

Reunion child care services will be provided for the 16th consecutive year by Children’s Conference Care, Inc (CCCI) for children ages 3 and up in Brown’s Olney–Margolies Athletic Center.

Download this pdf for complete Camp Bruno information and registration forms. Please contact CCCI directly at 617-492-6925 or via e-mail; or visit their website for more information or to secure your space.

While at Camp Bruno, children choose among a multitude of activities from building unique structures to engaging in dramatic play and movement. Whether they are on the gym floor participating in group games or shooting hoops, or upstairs creating their own works of art, playing board games, or watching a movie, everyone can pursue their favorite interests. Toward the end of the evening, pre-schoolers are encouraged to snuggle up and close their eyes while listening to a favorite story. Many children compare their experience in our program to summer camp. The staff at CCCI bring out the best in each child.

Register early since space is limited. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged; however, CCCI may accept a limited number of walk-ins if space permits.

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The Maddock Alumni Center at 38 Brown Street (corner of George and Brown streets) is your official hospitality center for Reunion Weekend. Reunion student staff will be available throughout the weekend to offer assistance with event locations, directions on campus and in Providence, and any information and questions you may have concerning Reunion Weekend.

Friday and Saturday: 8:30 am–midnight
Sunday: 7:30 am–2:30 pm

In Rhode Island, temperatures on Memorial Day weekend have been as high as 90 or as low as 50 and rain is always a possibility. We strongly advise you to bring an umbrella and suitable clothing for variable weather. Please keep in mind that many Reunion and class events are outdoors and cannot be moved inside due to the large number of returning alumni and guests.

Most events during ReunionWeekend are casual. Campus Dance attire is a personal choice ranging from gowns and tuxedos to jeans and Bermuda shorts. Evening events can be dressier depending on the type of event your class has chosen; class dinners are typically business attire. Many alumni and guests enjoy the opportunity to walk around campus, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Please note that walking conditions around campus and under tents can be uneven and damp; appropriate footwear is recommended.

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For medical emergencies, call 401 863-4111 (3-4111 from a campus phone – indicated around campus by blue lights). During major campus functions throughout the weekend, a first aid station for minor problems will be located in the Underground (lower level of Faunce House at the west end). Any uniformed police officer, security officer, or emergency medical technician can assist you in obtaining care.

Brown Health Services, located in Andrews House at 13 Brown Street, has 24-hour nursing coverage and doctors on call over the weekend until noon on Sunday. For medical advice and questions, contact the nursing staff at 401 863-1330.

Call 401 863-4111 to obtain help in any emergency in the Brown community. The Brown University police dispatch emergency personnel and coordinate all emergency services. Report any other problem (fire, police, or medical) to the Brown University Police by calling 401 863-3322 (extension 3-3322 from any University phone) or by activating the red emergency button on the campus phones (indicated by blue lights) outside most dorms and University buildings.

To ease your travel back to Brown, the University has made available additional parking spaces on campus.

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• For handicapped assistance at Reunion events, please contact Reunion Headquarters (401 863-7783).
• Reunion attendees who have a handicapped license hang tag/plate registration qualify for handicapped parking, and special arrangements can be made for drop-off service for those needing close access. To determine your requirements and make the necessary arrangements, please download a parking permit request form (pdf) or contact University Events at 401 863-2108.
• Wheelchairs are available for rent from Alumni Relations. Arrangements for rentals can be made in advance by calling Reunion Headquarters at 401 863-7783.
• Dietary needs must be noted on the registration form along with the events you will be attending. Brown University Catering and local caterers will make every effort to meet special dietary needs.

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Restrooms are located in Faunce House, Sayles Hall, and Salomon Center. In addition to these buildings on the College Green, on Sunday only there will be a porta trailer on George Street between Brown and Magee streets.

In addition to scheduled Reunion meals such as Friday’s Brown Bear Buffet, Sunday’s Grab ’n Go Lunch, and your class meals, the following campus eateries and markets will be open:

Friday, May 22
Blue Room (Faunce House) – 7:00 am–3:00 pm
Campus Market (Lower Level, Faunce House) – 8:30 am–1:00 am
Lunch in Ivy Room (Sharpe Refectory) – 11:30 am–1:45 pm
Lunch at Faculty Club* (1 Magee St.) – 11:30 am–2:00 pm
Dinner and/or pre-Campus Dance drinks and appetizers at Faculty Club* – 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

Saturday, May 23
Breakfast in Ivy Room – 7:00 am–11:30 am
Blue Room – 7:00 am–4:00 pm
Campus Market – 8:30 am–4:00 pm
Lunch in Ivy Room – 11:30 am–1:30 pm
Lunch at Faculty Club* – 11:30 am–2:00 pm
Dinner at Faculty Club* – 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

Sunday, May 24
Breakfast in Refectory Main Dining Room – 6:30 am–9:00 am
Blue Room – 7:00 am–3:00 pm
Campus Market – 7:00 am–3:00 pm
Tents on College Green – 9:00 am–3:30 pm

*For Faculty Club: Cash/credit card accepted. Reservations preferred; please call 401 863-3023.

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Visit the newly renovated Brown University Bookstore while you are here – the official store for Brown clothing and gifts. The store features an exciting new café, new public spaces, expanded apparel and souvenirs, and an expanded title selection. Special author book signings and events taking place during the weekend will be included in the materials you receive at your reunion registration. For more information, call 401 863-3168.

Brown Bookstore Hours:
Friday: 7:00 am–10:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am–6:00 pm

Brown’s Department of Public Safety coordinates the lost and found desk. If you find an item, bring it to Department of Public Safety headquarters, 75 Charlesfield Street. Call 401 863-3322 regarding any lost items.

An Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon meeting, which is open to the public, will take place on Saturday, May 23 at 10:30 am–noon, in the Salomon Center for Teaching, Room 203.

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Friday, May 22

Saturday, May 23

Sunday, May 24

Over 150 Brown students will work during Reunion Weekend to ensure that your time on campus runs smoothly. Student staffers, identified by their red visors and nametags, have duties ranging from carrying your luggage to greeting you at registration and attending your class events. You will find gratuity envelopes in your packets when you arrive on campus for your use in supporting the Reunion student staff working their way through Brown.

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