Univeristy of Oregon
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Homecoming and Family Weekend 2008

Sunday, October 12

 

Cuba Avant-Garde: Contemporary Art from The Farber Collection

The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

Making its West Coast premiere at the JSMA, this exhibit dramatizes the extraordinary production and innovation of Cuban artists over the past century. It represents a variety of styles and media including painting and photography. The exhibit captures a wide range of experiences and points of view, reflecting the rich and complex experiences and expressions of artists who share a common love for Cuba. (Free admission.)

 

Walk a Mile in These Shoes — the Stories They Tell

UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Museum visitors will be able to have a hands-on, feet-in, multimedia experience that explores many aspects of footwear and their history. Shoes are not just protection for our feet; they flaunt an infinite array of styles, sizes and materials. This exhibit takes a look at traditional footwear from around the world, styles from decades past, and the shoes of famous people. From 10,000-year-old sagebrush bark sandals to stilettos to a rock star's boots -- shoes always make a statement. (Free admission.)

 

If the Shoe Fits — Kids Contemplate Shoes

UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Kids get into the act -- creating artwork that tells the story of their own shoes. This companion exhibit features contour line drawings and writing about shoes that are significant to the students. The artwork of twenty-eight students from two 4th grade classes at Clear Lake Elementary School will be on display. (Free admission.)

10 am - 1 pm

Parent/Alumni Brunch

Carson Dining Hall and Barnhart Dining Hall

Share a great meal with parents, students and alumni. Be a part of "Recipes from Home," where delicious brunch items are prepared from recipes submitted by parents of UO first year students. The cost is $7.75.

12:30 pm

Volleyball: Oregon vs. Oregon State

McArthur Court