College Events

Family Weekend
October 11–13, 2007

You are cordially invited to attend a special Family Weekend designed to welcome you to our community and introduce you to life at Mills. During this dynamic three-day event, you will be part of history as we officially open the doors to our new natural sciences facility dedicated to the advancement of women in science. You will hear notable guest speakers, meet Mills President Janet L. Holmgren, talk with distinguished faculty members, and interact with the staffs from the Office of Admission, the Division of Student Life, the Athletics Department, and the M Center. You will tour the campus, sit in on classes, learn about Mills traditions, and celebrate our bright future. Experience for yourself what makes Mills such a distinctive institution.

Tour Our New Natural Sciences Building

Join us on Thursday, October 11, in a daylong celebration as we dedicate our new Natural Sciences Building and hear from some of the nation’s most prominent women in science. The morning will feature an inspiring talk by Dr. Shirley Tilghman, president of Princeton University and a pioneer in the field of genomics. For lunch, we invite you to join the Mills community on Toyon Meadow. In the afternoon, you will hear from a panel of leading women scientists moderated by award-winning science writer Cristine Russell, a Mills alumna and Trustee. Tours of the new Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) “green” building will be available throughout the day, showcasing one-of-a-kind artwork, building features, and state-of-the-art equipment.