1. HOMECOMING 2008 Shaw University 118 East South Street Raleigh, NC 27601 www.shawu.edu Schedule of Events – October 8 -19, 2008 Homecoming Activities Wednesday, October 8, 2008 Crowning of Mr. & Miss Homecoming Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Estey Hall Auditorium Thursday, October 9, 2008 Miss Shaw Coronation (Formal Attire) Time: 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Location: Spaulding Gymnasium Saturday, October 11, 2008 Student Appreciation Pre-Homecoming Cookout Time: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: The Quad Gym Jam Pre-Dawn (Beach Theme) Time: 11:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. Location: Spaulding Gymnasium Sunday, October 12, 2008 Greek Sunday Time: 11:00 a.m. – Noon Location: The Thomas J. Boyd Chapel Shaw Football vs. Fayetteville State University Time: 4:00 p.m. Location: Durham County Memorial Stadium Monday, October 13, 2008 Ping Pong Tournament Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Location: Bear’s Den Midnight Poetry Jam Time: Midnight – 1:30 a.m. Location: Student Union Ballroom Tuesday, October 14, 2008 2008 Bear Fanatics Pep Rally Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: The Quad Represent Your City Time: 8:30 p.m. – Midnight Location: The Quad Fashion Show (Pre-Show Promotions) Time: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Location: The Quad Wednesday, October 15, 2008 Fashion Show (Blast from the Past) Phil Fuller Sponsor Time: 8:00 p.m. Location: Spaulding Gymnasium Alumni & Friends Hospitality Time: 7:00 p.m. – Midnight Location: Shaw Farm Thursday, October 16, 2008 Alumni Ticket Pickup Time: Noon – 5:00 p.m. Location: Ennis Room Building on a Legacy of Greatness: Alumni & Student Meet & Greet Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Location: Estey Hall Alumni & Friends Hospitality Time: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location: Shaw Farm Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: Sheraton Capital Center (Downtown) 2008 Homecoming Formal Time: 8:00 p.m. – Midnight Location: The Lighthouse Convention Center Hall of Fame Reception Time: 10:00 p.m. – Until Location: Shaw Farm Friday, October 17, 2008 50 th Reunion Breakfast Time: 8:15 a.m. Location: Estey Hall Auditorium Alumni Ticket Pickup Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Ennis Room Memorial Service Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Student Union Ballroom Alumni Ticket Pickup Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Ennis Room Memorial Service Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Student Union Ballroom Founder’s Day Convocation Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Location: Progress Energy Center Greek Appreciation Day Featuring K97.5 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Location: The Quad Unfinished Business: The Takeover Greek Step Show Phil Fuller Sponsor Time: 8:00 p.m. (Doors open @ 7:00 p.m.) Location: The Lighthouse Convention Center Homecoming Alumni Banquet Time: 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Location: Sheraton Capital Center All Class Reunion Dance Time: 10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Location: Sheraton Capital Center Alumni Social Time: 9:00 –Until Location: Shaw Farm Saturday, October 18, 2008 National Alumni Association Body Meeting Time: 7:30 a.m. Location: Estey Hall Auditorium Willie E. Gary Alumni Reception Time: 10:00 a.m. Location: Sheraton Capital Center Alumni Hospitality Luncheon/Golf Tournament/Table Tennis Tournament /Activities Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Shaw Farm HOMECOMING GAME Shaw U vs. Chowan University Time: 4:00 p.m. Location: Durham County Memorial Stadium National Alumni Association Raleigh/Wake Dance Time: 10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Location: Sheraton Capital Center Student Main Event Time: 10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Location: Spaulding Gymnasium Alumni Breakfast & Social Time: 10:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. Location: Shaw Farm Sunday, October 19, 2008 Homecoming Worship Service Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: Thomas J. Boyd Chapel Homecoming Tea Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location: Estey Hall Auditorium 2008 Gospel Mix (Gospel Talent Show) Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Location: Spaulding Gymnasium “First in Existence; First to Make A Difference” Shaw University Homecoming 2008 Darrell Asberry, Head Coach

2. “First in Existence; First to Make a Difference” In December 1, 1865, a dream became a powerful reality. Shaw University became the first institution of higher learning founded in the South. First in existence was not enough for her. She was determined to be the first in many historical movements. In 1873, she left another footprint in the history books. She gave birth to Estey Hall, the first building ever constructed to educate African American women in the nation. Determined to take youth to a level of academic achievement in 1881, she gave birth to America’s first medical school for African Americans. Striving for excellence, Shaw University opened the first School of Law for African Americans. Refusing to be nothing less than the best, Shaw University was the first historical black college in North Carolina to be granted an “A” rating by the State Department of Public Instruction in 1923. Ready and willing to spread her greatness, Shaw University gave birth to Livingstone College, Fayetteville State University, North Carolina Central University, Elizabeth City State University, and North Carolina A & T State University. Shaw University transformed anxious students into educated leaders in society. Ella Baker, a Shaw graduate in 1927, created the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC). SNCC emerged in 1960 from student meetings on our illustrious campus. It was one of the principle organizations of the Civil Rights Movement. SNCC also played a leading role in the 1963 March on Washington. In 2007, Shaw University students led and organized the Jena Six march downtown. 143 years later and Shaw is continuing to make a difference in the community! In 2005, Jacques Curtis set a new standard for Women's CIAA basketball. Backed by greatness and determined to achieve, Curtis modified Athletic history forever! His achievements made Shaw University the first HBCU to win four consecutive CIAA championships! If anyone asks the question, why did Shaw University choose “First in Existence; First to Make a Difference” as their 2008 Homecoming theme, we say, “Let the record speak for itself!” GO SHAW U! Ebony Johnson, Student Activities Coordinator Ebony Johnson, Student Activities Coordinator Shaw University 2008 Homecoming Hotel Accommodations Sheraton Capital Center 421 S. Salisbury Street $104/tax $12/parking 919-834-9900 or 1-800-325-3535 or (919) 834-9900 Ask for the Shaw University Block Reserve by September 16th Clarion Hotel Downtown 320 Hillsborough Street (919) 832-0501 $79/night plus tax (1-2 people) $10 for each additional person (up to 4) Free Parking Ask for “Shaw University Homecoming” Block Reserve by September 19th Hyatt Place (formerly AmeriSuites Hotel) 1105 Navaho Drive (919) 877-9997 $89 night plus tax Free Parking Ask for “Shaw University Homecoming” Block Reserve by September 26th Residence Inn 1000 Navaho Drive (919) 878-6100 $84/Studio Single $89/Studio Double $94/Studio King $134/Standard Penthouse and $144/ Penthouse Executive Suite Per night plus tax Free Parking Continental Breakfast Ask for “Shaw University Homecoming” Block Reserve by September 29th EVENTCOSTQUANTITYAMOUNT Athletic Hall of Fame$40$ 10/16/08/Sheraton/6:30 p.m. *Alumni Banquet$70$ 10/17/08/Sheraton/7:00 p.m. (Ticket Deadline 10/10/08; None Sold at Door) #NAA Dues (Jan. 1 st – Dec. 31 st )$50$ Homecoming Souvenir Bag$10$ ^ANNUAL FUND$ Total Enclosed$ *Special dietary needs must be specified by 10/10/08. No exceptions made. #Make separate check payable to SUNAA for dues processing without exception. ^Make check payable to Shaw University Annual Fund without exception. Method of Payment: Check_____Money Order_____ Visa______Master Card_____ #:___________________________ Expiration Date:_______________ Signature:____________________ (for credit card use only) Make checks/money orders payable to Shaw University and mail to: Shaw University Office of Alumni Relations & Planned Giving 118 E. South Street Raleigh, NC 27601-2399 DO NOT SEND CASH 2008 Homecoming Ticket Order Form Name:__________________________________ Year________ Address:_____________________________________________ City/State/Zip:_________________________________________ (Tickets will be available for pickup October 16 th @ noon in the Ennis Room located in Estey Hall. Tickets will NOT be mailed.) FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Date Received:_________ Date Entered:__________ By:____________ The Shaw University Hall of Fame As a tribute to athletes, coaches and administrators who excelled in their efforts and contributions to make Shaw University a viable competitor in athletics, a committee under the direction of Dr. Lee Monroe was formulated. The first induction and banquet was held on November 8, 1975 and was labeled “The James E. Lytle Hall of Fame Dinner.” 2008 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees Michelle Ponce DolphinSoftball Joy Gaston GaylesSoftball William HookerCoach David LacyBasketball Tyron ReeceBasketball Robert TinninFootball George WilliamsBasketball 2008 Posthumous Inductees James SnowBasketball Henry Score ChapmanFootball Lester RoseboroBasketball Robert (Red) LeeFootball William LeeFootball Edward RoperFootball John (Puggie) WilliamsFootball William (Hoc-Sha) WilderFootball James PurnellFootball The Shaw Family Salutes & Congratulates the Class of 2008 Inductees for your Excellence & Example. Dr. William Spann, Chair