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University Advancement News

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Watterson Towers to celebrate 50th birthdayThis fall, Watterson Towers will be celebrating its 50th year as the tallest point between Chicago and St. Louis. The birthday celebration will take place on Friday, October 12, during Homecoming week.

Alumni Events

Oct6

Peoria area Redbird football tailgate party10/6/18 at 11:00 AMTailgate Lot F62

Oct7

Reggie Day at the Zoo10/7/18 at 1:00 PMMiller Park Zoo

Oct13

Homecoming Town and Gown 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk10/13/18 at 8:00 AMStudent Fitness Center and McCormick Hall

Seattle area Homecoming to Go party10/13/18 at 12:00 PMChainline Brewing Company

New York City Homecoming to Go party10/13/18 at 2:30 PMEast End Bar & Grill