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Final preparations set for Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø's 100th Birthday

August 14, 2006
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Charles Harmon Director of University Relations, Sementha Mathews Manager of Public Information and Media Relations

Final preparations set for Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø's 100th Birthday

The front lawn of Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø's main campus will come alive with music, games and fireworks the night of August 18, 2006 as Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø celebrates its 100th Birthday. The party, which will include a birthday cake for 5,000 people, will begin at 7:00 p.m. with a flyover from nearby Moody Air Force Base shortly thereafter. Music will be provided by the Swingin' Medallions (live band). There will be fun activities for both kids and adults, the new Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Museum will be open, and the fireworks finale will begin around 9:15 p.m.

"I extend a special invitation to the citizens of South Georgia and Valdosta State alumni from across the state to visit the campus," said Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø President Ronald M. Zaccari.

The Friday night event will include a parking shuttle service offered at the Oak Street Lot and the University Center.

On Saturday morning, August 19, Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø will play host to the Centennial 5K Fun Run/Walk which will occur spanning the perimeter of the campus. Registration will begin at 7:30 a.m. in front of West Hall with the race to follow at 8:30 a.m. beginning on Patterson Street.

Earlier on Thursday, August 17, the new Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø Archives Museum will have its Grand Opening in the Odum Library lobby from 4-6 p.m. This event will include the opening of the "100 Years of the College at Valdosta: An Archives Exhibit," a Faculty art exhibit and the unveiling of Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ¹ÙÍø President Ronald Zaccari's portrait.

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