Chancellor David K. Scott will award the Chancellor's Medal to 10 distinguished faculty and alumni during a convocation Thurs. The traditional Homecoming parade prior to the football game against Hofstra University takes place Sat. Oct. 2, and tours, concerts, and reunions are planned throughout the festival.
Many events are open to the public.
The following is a partial schedule of events for Homecoming Festival '99. Doris Abramson, professor emeritus of theater and Chancellor's Medal recipient, will be the keynote speaker. The convocation is followed by a reception at 4 p.m. in the Cape Cod Lounge, Student Union. Speakers will discuss nutrition and healthy eating for athletes. This event is free of charge.