Family Weekend
February 15-17, 2013
Family Weekend is an opportunity for parents and siblings to see what college life is like, as well as to tour and explore the Tri-Cities area. On-campus events are planned throughout the weekend, but families are encouraged to do some sightseeing in the local area, as well.
There is no required pre-registration but be sure to stop by registration in the SUB, hosted by the Parent Council, for your registration packet, gift from your hosts, and coupons for area attractions and restaurants. Pick up your Friday night meal voucher!
Schedule of Events
Friday, February 15 |
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3 p.m. – 6 p.m. |
Registration Be sure to stop by registration for your registration packet, gift from your hosts, and coupons for area attractions and restaurants. Pick up Friday night meal voucher and tickets to Saturday’s basketball games! |
| 3 p.m.– 6 p.m. McMahan Student Center |
Bookstore Open 10% Discount Weekend |
| 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. McCormick Dining Center |
Dinner $5.50 for those not on meal plans. Alternatively, have a night out at one of our area's many dining establishments. |
7 p.m. – Midnight |
All-Hall Open House Take time to experience what life is like living on campus! All of our residence halls will be open to visitors. |
7:30 p.m. |
The Milligan College Music Department Presents: A Valentine's Cabaret Featured performances by Heard Mentality and Heritage. Admission is free. |
Saturday, February 16 |
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| 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. McMahan Student Center |
Registration Hosted by the Parent Council Be sure to stop by registration for your registration packet, gift from your hosts, and coupons for area attractions and restaurants. Pick up tickets to Saturday’s basketball games! |
| 10 a.m Mary B. Martin Auditorium, Seeger Memorial Chapel |
Dean's List Ceremony Recognizing those students named to the Academic Dean’s List and their families. |
| 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. McCormick Dining Center |
Brunch |
| 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. McMahan Student Center |
Bookstore Open 10% Discount Weekend |
| 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Nelson Fine Art Center Downtown Johnson City |
Art from the Buffalo School An exclusive exhibition of art and photography work by Milligan College fine arts students. |
| 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. McCormick Dining Center |
Dinner $5.50 for those not on meal plans. Alternatively, have a night out at one of our area's many dining establishments. |
| 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. Residence Halls |
All-Hall Open House Take time to experience what life is like living on campus! All of our residence halls will be open to visitors. |
7:30 p.m. |
Johnson City Symphony Orchestra |
| 8 p.m. SUB7, McMahan Student Center |
SUB7 Coffeehouse Doors open at 8 p.m. |
Sunday, February 17 |
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| 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. McCormick Dining Center |
Continental Breakfast $4.25 for those not on meal plans |
Area Attractions
An All-American Region, the Tri-Cities is listed as one of the top 25-50 metropolitan areas in the U.S. You can enjoy theatres, restaurants, shopping, historical locations, parks, hiking, skiing and more. Visit www.milligan.edu/visit to download an area activity guide or find more information and directions to these and other regional attractions:
Recommended Hotels
Accommodations for Family Weekend are available at a variety of hotels around the area. We recommend our preferred hotel:
DoubleTree Hotel
211 Mockingbird Lane, Johnson City, TN 37601
(423) 929-2000
$69 + tax
(Shuttle service to and from the airport.)
For more information on other national hotel chains in the area, please visit www.milligan.edu/visit.
Extended Bookstore Hours
The Milligan College Bookstore will be open Friday, 8 am to 6 pm and Saturday 11 am to 3 pm.
Dining Hall Hours
McCormick Dining Center is open from 7 am to 7 pm Monday through Friday. Full Meal Service is offered as follows:
| Friday | Breakfast | 7-8:30am | $4.25 |
| Lunch | 11-2pm | $4.75 | |
| Dinner | 5-7pm | $5.50 | |
| Saturday | Brunch | 10:30-12:30pm | $4.75 |
| Dinner | 5-6pm | $5.50 | |
| Sunday | Continental | 8:00-9:00am | $4.25 |
| Lunch | 11:45-1:15pm | $4.75 | |
| Dinner | 5-6pm | $5.50 |
Your Hosts
Family Weekend is hosted by the Student Government Association's Sopohmore Class Officers.
For more information, contact the Office of Student Life at 423.461.8335 or email KMosby@milligan.edu.
