Stay at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel in Madison Wisconsin while visiting your University of Wisconsin Madison Freshman during First Year Parent’s Weekend. This three day event is pack full of fun and informative information. This year, First Year Parent’s Weekend is this November 12th, 13th, and 14th.
Friday:
Check-in is from 9:00a.m. until 7:00p.m. At 9:45a.m. there will be a welcome message. Lectures will begin at 10:00a.m. and continue through 4:00p.m. Lectures include: Financial Success, Study Abroad Programs, Go Big Read, Career Services, Student Involvement Activities, The Science of Drinking, and Second Year Housing. At 2:00-3:00p.m. there will be time to take photos with Bucky Badger. At 4:00p.m. the Chancellor will host a Q&A time with a panel of staff. The day will conclude with a parent reception from 5:00-6:00p.m. There are also optional activities for an additional fee including a hockey game, art tour, and/or singing concert.
Saturday:
Saturday begins with an 8:30a.m. pre-game activities at the UW Field House with food, music, Bucky the Badger, and fun! The Wisconsin v. Indiana football game begins at 11:00a.m.at Camp Randall Stadium. After the conclusion of the game, the fifth quarter begins. During that time, enjoy the entertainment of the UW Marching Band. Saturday’s optional activities are Farmer’s Market and Capitol Tour, art tour, a hockey game, and/or a singing concert.
Sunday:
Sunday’s big event is an awesome event for charity. The WASB’s Bare it All for Charity 5K Run/Walk begins at 11:00a.m Bring gently used clothing to donate and run/walk across the campus. All clothing will go to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. In addition to the run/walk, there will also be a photo booth set up from 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. for last minute photo opportunities for you and your freshman.
Enjoy this exciting and eventful weekend, stay at the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel.
3841 E. Washington Avenue, Madison, WIsconsin 53704 US
Phone: 608-244-2481: Fax: 608-244-0383
Email: info@madisonwihotelhj.com
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