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September 1, 2000 School of Agriculture sponsors 'Ag Tailgate 2000'WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The Purdue University School of Agriculture will play host to a schoolwide homecoming event called Ag Tailgate 2000 on Sept. 23 at the W.H. Daniel Turfgrass Research and Diagnostic Center on Cherry Lane, near Ross-Ade Stadium. Donya Lester, executive secretary of the Purdue Ag Alumni Association, said the event will unite the individual fall departmental reunions held for the past three years. "Last year, several departments inquired about the feasibility of one big event so that those alumni who have relationships with more than one of our departments wouldn't have to divide their time between reunions or make the difficult choice of attending only one," Lester said. "We knew it would be a challenge, but having everyone at one location also gives us an opportunity to do a lot of other activities on a grander scale." Ag Tailgate 2000 will feature a large exhibit tent housing displays from agriculture departments and student organizations. Coffee and snacks will be available starting at 7:30 a.m. (or 3 1/2 hours before kickoff). The tailgate meal will be served at 9 a.m. (or 2 hours before kickoff). Kickoff of the Purdue vs. Minnesota football game is scheduled for 11:10 a.m., but the time is subject to change. Each department will have a designated gathering area in the tent to help attendees find special friends and faculty members. Children will enjoy favors and activities targeted to their interests, including an opportunity to be photographed with Purdue Pete. The Boilermaker Special also is expected to make an appearance during the morning. Everyone visiting the tent will have an opportunity to register for door prizes, including balls autographed by Purdue coaches. Immediately following the meal, a short pep rally will feature Purdue VIPs, cheerleaders and the awarding of the door prizes. Tickets for Ag Tailgate 2000 cost $10 for adults and $6 for children 7 to 12 years old (children 6 and under, no charge). Orders must be received by Sept. 11. For more information about Ag Tailgate 2000, contact the Ag Alumni office at (765) 494-8593 or visit the Ag Tailgate 2000 Web site. Credit card orders can be accepted. The Daniel Center is within walking distance of Ross-Ade Stadium. Shuttle buses also will be available from the center to the game, as well as to the center's parking area at the game's conclusion. Tickets for the game need to be purchased separately. Call the Ag Alumni office to ask about ticket availability. CONTACT: Lester, (765) 494-8594. Compiled by Beth Forbes, (765) 494-2722, bforbes@aes.purdue.edu Purdue News Service: (765) 494-2096; purduenews@purdue.edu
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