Back on the Bricks Weekend Details
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Athens for the second-annual Back on the Bricks alumni weekend. Below are detailed instructions for each activity and event. Please read carefully and keep for reference throughout the weekend.
If you did not register for a particular activity, you can skip that section.
Overnight Accommodations and Parking Details
If you are staying overnight or bringing a vehicle to campus, please review the information below to ensure a smooth arrival, check-in, and parking experience.
These details apply only to guests who registered for housing and/or requested parking accommodations. In the event that you need to extend your stay (between July 16-20) or need to register for a parking pass for your vehicle while on campus, please see the in-hall staff for assistance.
Back on the Bricks Check-In and Check-Out
Location: Sowle Hall (South Green)
When you arrive, park in Lot 93 and follow the event signage to Sowle Hall. Staff will provide you with your room key, swipe access card, and parking hangtag (if needed). Each person will have linens provided in their assigned room. Linens include a flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillow, pillow case, blanket, a small and large towel.
If you need to check in or out outside of these posted hours, please call our on-call number at 740.591.4916.
Check-in will be available from:
- Thursday, July 16 between 4 and 6 p.m.
- Friday, July 17 between 4 and 6 p.m.
- Saturday, July 18 between 4 and 6 p.m.
Check-out is available from:
- Sunday, July 19 from 12 to 2 p.m.
- Monday, July 20 from 12 to 2 p.m.
If you need to leave outside these hours, express check-out is available. For express check-out, you may leave your room key and conference card in your room before departing. Before you leave, please:
- Remove all trash from your room and take it to the dumpsters located behind Carr Hall.
- Double-check that you’ve packed all personal belongings.
If you need additional time past your scheduled departure, please contact the on-call phone (740.591.4916) to request a late check-out. Please note that any unreturned keys and swipes will result in a charge. The cost for an unreturned key is $100 and an unreturned access card is $10.
Back on the Bricks+ (Plus) Check-In and Check-Out
Location: Tiffin Hall (East Green)
When you arrive, park in Lot 90 and follow the event signage to Tiffin Hall. Staff will provide you with your room key, swipe access card, and parking hangtag (if needed). Each person will have linens provided in their assigned room. Linens include a flat sheet, fitted sheet, pillow, pillow case, blanket, a small and large towel.
If you need to check in or out outside of these posted hours, please call our on-call number at 740.591.4937.
Check-in will be available from:
- Thursday, July 16 between 4 and 6 p.m.
- Friday, July 17 between 4 and 6 p.m.
- Saturday, July 18 between 4 and 6 p.m.
Check-out is available from:
- Sunday, July 19 from 12 to 2 p.m.
- Monday, July 20 from 12 to 2 p.m.
If you need to leave outside these hours, express check-out is available. For express check-out, you may leave your room key and conference card in your room before departing. Before you leave, please:
- Remove all trash from your room and take it to the dumpsters located near Morton Hall and Lot 90.
- Double-check that you’ve packed all personal belongings.
If you need additional time past your scheduled departure, please contact the on-call phone (740.591.4937) to request a late check-out. Please note that any unreturned keys and swipes will result in a charge. The cost for an unreturned key is $100 and an unreturned access card is $10.
Parking
Parking is free and no permit is required between Friday, July 17 at 5 p.m. and Monday, July 20 at 7:30 a.m. If you are staying in on-campus housing and registered for a pass, a parking hangtag will be provided for you at check in.
If you registered for a parking pass, but are not staying overnight, you will need to pick up the hangtag. These can be picked up in Sowle Hall during the following times:
- Thursday, July 16 through Saturday, July 18 from 4 to 6 p.m.
- Sunday, July 19 or Monday, July 20 from 12 to 2 p.m.
After picking up your pass, please place it in your vehicle (following all instructions on the tag) and park your vehicle in one of the lots listed. Parking is available in the following lots:
- Lot 93 (Ping Lot)
- Lot 104 (near Jefferson and Washington Halls)
- Lots 127 and 128 (near the Convocation Center)
- Lot 154 (near Heritage Hall)
- Lots 209 and 211 (The Ridges)
Events and Activities Details
Below, you’ll find everything you need to know for the events and activities you selected. Each section includes important times, locations, and instructions. Please read only the events that apply to your registration, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Alumni Reception
Date: Friday, July 17
Time: 4 to 6 p.m.
Location: Carr/Sowle Multipurpose Room (South Green)
Please follow the event signage to Sowle Hall. A check in table will be located inside the main entrance with staff who will distribute drinks tickets and your alumni swag. Soft drinks, water, and appetizers will be available throughout the evening. Guests may arrive and leave at any time during the event.
If you didn’t register in advance, walk-up guests are still welcome. Staff will be on hand to help with any questions or needs during the event.
Copperhead's Game
Date: Friday, July 17
Time: First pitch at 7:05 p.m.
Location: Bob Wren Stadium, 140 S Shafer Street
Tickets will be emailed to the address you used during registration. These will come from noreply@ticketreturn.com, so please check your spam folder if you don’t see them. The email will include a PDF file of your ticket. You must present this PDF at the stadium gate, either by printing it or displaying it on your phone.
Tickets will be emailed around Friday, July 10. If you have not received your tickets by Monday, July 13 or have issues accessing your tickets, please contact Chloe Kantowicz at chloekantowicz@ohio.edu, who will be managing ticket distribution.
Campus Tour
Date: Saturday, July 18
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Arrive By: 2:45 p.m.
Meeting Location: First floor of the Living Learning Center (LLC)
Check in near the inflatable Rufus mascot and get ready to explore campus. Groups will be assigned walking tour guides and leave promptly at 3 p.m. The tour will take you through West Green, East Green, and South Green, showcasing how campus has evolved over the years.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. If you need assistance or have mobility concerns, staff will be available to help at the LLC before the tour begins.
This is a free event, so if you did not register, you may still participate.
Refund Reminder: You are able to remove any free activities and add-ons through your event confirmation email, but you will need to contact Advancement Events at eventsadv@ohio.edu to cancel the paid activities and add-ons. Please note that the last day to request a refund for any event or housing accommodation is Friday, July 10. After this date, we are unable to process refunds.
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Do you still have questions, have ideas, or have any thoughts on how we can make this the best trip ever? Contact us!