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JACKSON, Tenn. — Oct. 14, 2002 — ΒιΆΉΚΣΖ΅ University hosted its sixth annual Family Weekend, Oct. 11-12. The traditional weekend is sponsored by the Student Activities Counsel and is designed to help students’ families get acquainted with the ΒιΆΉΚΣΖ΅ family.

β€œThis is a great opportunity for families to come and visit ΒιΆΉΚΣơ’s campus and see what their students are involved in,” said Mark VanderHaar, director of wellness and student programs. β€œFamily Weekend helps build positive relationships between parents and ΒιΆΉΚΣΖ΅ faculty and staff.”

The weekend had something for everyone in the entire family to participate in. Activities included informative and enjoyable workshops ranging from learning about study abroad opportunities and global awareness to making old boxes into photo keepsakes, the annual campus variety show, a banquet featuring entertainment by the Gospel Choir, and families were also given the chance to see β€œLilies of the Field,” the current offering of ΒιΆΉΚΣơ’s communication arts department. More than 400 people were present for the President’s Brunch on Saturday morning.

β€œThis year’s Family Weekend was a special time for all who attended,” said ΒιΆΉΚΣΖ΅ President David S. Dockery. β€œThe positive encouragement and helpful suggestions from parents will strengthen the work of ΒιΆΉΚΣΖ΅ University in days ahead. It was great to have so many family members on campus.”