Whether you want to take a drive down memory lane with your classmates, or travel through uncharted waters with your new cadets, Cal Maritime is your destination for Homecoming Weekend 2012! Join fellow alumni, parents and friends of Cal Maritime for a weekend of fun, and learn what makes Cal Maritime such a great place to call home.
NEW THIS YEAR: The Corps of Cadets has transitioned back to the
traditional Divisional 1-4 structure. To celebrate, we're holding a
Divisional Competition on Homecoming Day to help generate some spirited
divisional rivalry while benefiting today's generation of cadets.
Alumni,
cadets, and parents can
earn points for participating in the variety of
events taking place. The more you participate, the more Divisional
Points you will earn for your own division, or your cadet's division.
The Alumni Association will donate $1,000 to the cadet division that
receives the most points!
Friday, October 5, 2012
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Honor Our Fallen: A Tribute Concert, Presented by the SF Fleet Week
Association and the 1st Marine Division Band, Camp Pendleton
Rizza Auditorium, Cal Maritime
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. "Welcome" Reception hosted by CMA Alumni Association (for alumni,
parents and faculty)
Courtyard by Marriott of Vallejo-Napa Valley
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Reunion Class Dinners
Locations vary by Class, please check with your Reunion Class Coordinator(s)
Saturday, October 6, 2012
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Divisional Breakfast (for alumni, cadets and parents)
Quad
Get the day started enjoying coffee and baked goods lovingly made by “Mom,” who
has been Cal Maritime’s beloved baker for more than 25 years. Find your divisional
flag on the quad to catch up with your fellow division mates and/or cadet.
(10 divisional points)
Cost: $10.00 per person (ages 12+), $8.00 per cadet and/or children (ages 5-11)
Represent your division throughout the day by making your Divisional T-shirt (or pick
one up made by the current division). Proceeds from each t-shirt will benefit the
respective division's fund. (5 divisional points)
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 am Meet President Cropper
Quad
Stop by to welcome Cal Maritime's new president, RADM Thomas A. Cropper
and
his wife Heather. Did you know their son is a Class of 2012 Cal
Maritime grad?
(5 divisional points)
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. General Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association
Rizza Lobby
Alumni make a difference at Cal Maritime! Meet your Alumni Board representatives,
learn about the new programs on which the Alumni Association is working, and give
your input for future activities. (20 divisional points)
10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Faculty and Alumni Presentations
Faculty, alumni and our cadets have teamed up to present a variety of topics and
discussion panels with a focus on the maritime industry and how Cal Maritime is
meeting the future needs of this global industry. (10 divisional points each)
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Oktoberfest Lunch for All
Quad
Alumni, students, parents and friends will enjoy an Oktoberfest lunch complete
with live music on the quad. While there check out our student club displays, learn
about new construction projects on campus, and hang out in the wine and beer
garden. (10 divisional points)
Cost: $20.00 per person (ages 12+), $13.00 per cadet and/or children (ages 5-11)
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Class of 1962 Luncheon
The Class of 1962 will celebrate their "milestone" 50th Reunion with a private
luncheon at President and Heather Cropper's residence. (50 divisional points)
1:30 p.m. Faculty and Alumni Presentations
Faculty, alumni and our cadets have teamed up to present a variety of
topics and
discussion panels with a focus on the maritime industry and
how Cal Maritime is
meeting the future needs of this global industry. (10 divisional points each)
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Divisional Games
Bodnar Field
Enjoy some spirited divisional rivalry on Cal Maritime’s newly renovated Bodnar
Field. Our Department of Athletics and student athletes have arranged a number of
competitions to challenge your division. You can even enjoy some stadium treats
at the concessions stand. (Divisional points vary by competition)
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m Meet President Cropper
Bodnar Field
Stop by to welcome Cal Maritime's new president, RADM Thomas A. Cropper
and
his wife Heather. Did you know their son is a Class of 2012 Cal
Maritime grad?
(5 divisional points)
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m Homecoming Dinner
Mayo Hall
Join alumni, parents, and friends for Homecoming Dinner, meet new campus and
student leadership, and celebrate the winner of the divisional competition!
Cost: $50.00 per person (ages 12+), $25.00 per cadet and/or children (ages 5-11)
No Host Bar
8:30 pm Bonfire and S’mores
Waterfront
End the evening with a Cal Maritime bonfire on the waterfront complete with
S’mores, sea stories and music.
The Cal Maritime Experience
Students, faculty and staff will give you the ultimate Cal Maritime Experience throughout the day. You’ll enjoy:
• Campus and Ship tours
• Sailboat Rides
• Live Music
• Simulation Center Open House
• Make a Nautical Rope Work Keychain
• Gear Up at the Campus Store
• Oral History Video Booths
• Keema Kids Korner
• Wine and Beer Garden
Sunday, October 7, 2012
10:00 AM-6:00 PM Day on the Bay
Sail aboard the TSGB and anchor in SF Bay to enjoy a front row seat at the Blue
Angels air-show. Ticket prices include all day non-alcoholic beverages, light
continental breakfast, lunch, and Oktoberfest on the Fantail. Live music by Code
Blue.
Cost: $150.00 per person (ages 13+), $75.00 per cadet and/or children (ages 5-12)
Reunion Class Special: Reunion Class members will receive a special rate of
$125.00 per person (ages 13+), limit two (2) passes.
Please note that for safety reasons: 1) children under the age of 5 are not allowed aboard the TS Golden Bear; 2) each guest must provide their full legal name (as it appears on a valid government-issued photo ID) upon registration (no guest TBD or plus 1); 3) each guest must have a valid government-issued photo ID (only exception are minor children, ages 5 to 17, attending with registered guardian) and 4) the TS Golden Bear does not have assist access-each guest must be able to board without assistance from crutches, walkers, manual or electric wheelchairs, canes and free of casts. Guests will be required to climb steep staircases to access refreshments, food, entertainment, restrooms and tour areas. We recommend guests wear slacks and comfortable closed-toed, flat shoes.
Online registration for all of our 2012 Homecoming Weekend events will close on October 1, 2012.
Limited tickets may still be available for some events. Please contact us at (707) 654-1246 for more information.
Last Updated: October 5, 2012