November 2007

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Guide to Inauguration Week, Nov. 12-17

MONDAY / NOVEMBER 12

From President to President: A Gift from George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens
Join President Steven Knapp and Diane Robinson Knapp as they receive two Hog Island sheep—the breed kept by George Washington—from George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens. The event will include a brief ceremony at 10 a.m. Other activities include an interactive experience with the sheep; opportunities to learn more about Hog Island sheep, George Washington’s Mount Vernon, and George Washington’s legacy; and a visit from “General and Mrs. Washington” themselves. Families are especially welcome. 9 a.m. to noon. Mount Vernon Campus Quad, 2100 Foxhall Road, NW. In case of severe inclement weather, the event will be held in the Lloyd Gym on the Mount Vernon Campus.

TUESDAY / NOVEMBER 13
GW: IN AND OF WASHINGTON

Foggy Bottom/West End and Kent/Pallisades Community Breakfast Reception with President Knapp
A short program will precede an informal discussion between President Knapp and a wide array of community stakeholders. 8:30–10 a.m. Marvin Center, Marc C. Abrahms Great Hall, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

GW Schools/D.C. Partnerships
President Knapp will visit with University deans, faculty, students, and D.C. community partners throughout the day. Each school will highlight partnerships with D.C. institutions. College of Professional Studies, Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, and Graduate School of Education and Human Development, 10:15–11:45 a.m., Marvin Center, Third Floor, Grand Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW; Jacob Burns Community Legal Clinics, 1:45–2:45 p.m., GW Law School, 2000 H Street, NW; School of Business, 3–4 p.m., 2201 G Street, NW; GW Medical Center/School of Public Health and Health Services, 4:30–6 p.m., 2300 Eye Street, NW.

National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week’s Annual Hunger Banquet
Designed by Oxfam America, the Hunger Banquet is a simulation promoting awareness of global and local hunger. President Knapp will be assigned a profile and participate alongside GW students, staff, and faculty. For further information, contact Kerry Kidwell-Slak, at (202) 994-6983 or kkidwell@gwu.edu. 7–9 p.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor, Grand Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

WEDNESDAY / NOVEMBER 14
GW: RESEARCH AND DISCOVERY

Research and Discovery Morning Symposia
Symposia featuring leading academics in the humanities, social sciences, and medical/engineering sciences. Speakers are Vanessa Northington Gamble, GW University Professor of Medical Humanities; Stephen Greenblatt, professor of English at Harvard University; and Frank Sesno, Emmy Award-winning CNN correspondent and professor of media and public affairs at GW. 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor, Grand Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

Research Gallery
View presentations, displays, and posters featuring the work of GW faculty, student researchers, and creative artists. 12–1:30 p.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor, Continental Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW.

Research and Discovery Paper Sessions
Symposia featuring topical research by GW faculty members. Four 40-minute sessions. 1:30–4:25 p.m. Marvin Center, 800 21st Street, NW.

Research and Discovery Reception with President Knapp
Please join us to welcome President Knapp to the GW research community. 4:30–5:30 p.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor, Grand Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

Inaugural Jazz
Coffeehouse and music featuring the new GW Faculty Sextet. 7:30-9 p.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor.

THURSDAY / NOVEMBER 15
GW: A LIFELONG AND WORLDWIDE COMMUNITY

Induction of President Knapp into the GW Alumni Association
Please join the GW Alumni Association as it officially welcomes President Steven Knapp to the University and the alumni community. 8:30–10 a.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor, Grand Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

Distinguished Alumni Panels
A series of panels featuring distinguished alumni will be held throughout the day. The first block will take place in the morning from 10-11:30 a.m. and will include four panels. The second block will take place in the afternoon from 2-3:30 p.m. and will feature five panels. Free and open to the entire University community. Register using online form or calling (202) 994-1600. Marvin Center, Third Floor, 800 21st Street, NW.

Career Networking Session
Featuring employers from numerous industries. Alumni will be on hand to talk with students about their career aspirations and provide guidance. Hosted by the Career Center. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Marvin Center, Marc C. Abrahms Great Hall, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

Lunch with Alumni
Join GW alumni and students for lunch, patterned after the popular “Dinner with Alumni” series. Students and alumni will be paired up at lunch to compare GW experiences and discuss career aspirations. 12–1:30 p.m. Marvin Center, Third Floor, Grand Ballroom, 800 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

Student Performance Revue
Following a reception, student groups will perform. 8 p.m. Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW. Register by calling (202) 994-1600.

FRIDAY / NOVEMBER 16
INAUGURAL DAY

Inauguration of Steven Knapp as GW’s 16th President
The inauguration will bring together GW’s global community—trustees, faculty, students, staff, and alumni—as well as distinguished visitors to celebrate the installation of Steven Knapp as GW’s 16th president. 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Charles E. Smith Center, 600 22nd Street, NW. Doors open at 9 a.m., all guests should be seated by 10:15 a.m. Processional at 10 a.m. Tickets required. For further information, call (202) 994-1600 or visit www.inauguration.gwu.edu. General admission tickets will be released through TicketMaster in the Marvin Center.

All-University Reception
An opportunity for GW students, faculty, and staff to meet President Knapp and congratulate him on his inauguration. Hosted jointly by GW and the Student Association. 3–4 p.m. Marvin Center, Marc C. Abrahms Great Hall, 800 21st Street, NW.

$ GW Lisner Auditorium presents the Conga Kings
Candido Camero, Carlos “Patato” Valdes and Giovanni Hidalgo. An 11-piece Rumba group featuring three master congueros of Afro-Cuban music. 8 p.m. GW Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW. Tickets available for $20–$35 at www.lisner.org. Limited number of $15 tickets available to GW students at the Lisner Box Office. Remaining tickets will be available at 6:30 p.m. the night of the event.

Luther W. Brady Art Gallery Reception “Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way: George Washington’s Vision”
Last opportunity to view pages of George Washington’s will bequeathing shares of stock in the Potomac Company for the establishment of a university in the nation’s capital. The will is on display through 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16. Exhibition also features famed life-size oil painting of George Washington by Gilbert Stuart, circa 1800, and other displays of George Washington memorabilia. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Luther W. Brady Art Gallery, Second Floor, Media and Public Affairs Building, 805 21st Street, NW. Register using online form or by calling (202) 994-1600.

SATURDAY / NOVEMBER 17
DAY OF SERVICE

Help the Homeless Walk-A-Thon
Teams will consist of students, alumni, staff members, and other members of the GW community. Sponsored by the Office of Community Service. 7:30–11 a.m. University Yard, H Street, NW, between 20th and 21st streets. Register by calling (202) 994-5493.

Foggy Bottom Clean-Up
The GW community joins its Foggy Bottom and West End neighbors for a community clean-up. 2–6 p.m. Kogan Plaza, H Street, NW, between 21st and 22nd streets.

Jumpstart Book Drive
Organized in partnership with Jumpstart, a national nonprofit organization, Books for Africa, and the GW Bookstore to help D.C. students. Participants are welcome to purchase and donate books. 2–6 p.m. Marvin Center, First Floor, 800 21st Street, NW.

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