Reunion is for Everyone! - Hobart and William Smith Colleges
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June 1-3,**Official Reg<strong>is</strong>tration Form Enclosed<strong>Reunion</strong> <strong>is</strong><strong>for</strong> <strong>Everyone</strong>!Bring the family, bring your friends, but most importantly, bring yourself. Here <strong>is</strong> a generalschedule of events <strong>for</strong> the weekend. For up-to-date schedule in<strong>for</strong>mation <strong>and</strong> to reg<strong>is</strong>teronline, be sure to v<strong>is</strong>it the <strong>Reunion</strong> website at www.hws.edu/reunion. There you’ll alsofind l<strong>is</strong>ts of classmates planning to attend. Bookmark the site <strong>and</strong> check back often.www.hws.edu/reunion
CAMPAIGN FOR THE COLLEGESA CELEBRATIONSATURDAY, JUNE 2, 2012Br<strong>is</strong>tol Field House6 p.m.All alumni <strong>and</strong> alumnae of the <strong>Colleges</strong>,their friends <strong>and</strong> family, are invited tocampus to celebrate all that the Campaignhas accompl<strong>is</strong>hed, the enduring spirit ofphilanthropy it has inspired, <strong>and</strong>the bright future ahead.Followed by fireworks, dessert <strong>and</strong> live music on the Quad <strong>and</strong> music of the 50s <strong>and</strong>60s on the Sc<strong>and</strong>ling Campus Center Patio. (See page 9 <strong>for</strong> reg<strong>is</strong>tration in<strong>for</strong>mation.)Join Shooter McGavin of “Happy Gilmore” fame(aka Chr<strong>is</strong>topher McDonald ’77)<strong>for</strong> the inauguralThursday,May 31,2012Thursday, May 31, 2012Br<strong>is</strong>tol Harbour Golf Club5410 Seneca Point RoadCan<strong>and</strong>aigua, New York$150/personEmerson & Wheeler Society Members freeShooter McGavin wants to play golf with you!Please sign up by May 15, as space <strong>is</strong> limited.For details v<strong>is</strong>it www.hws.edu/HWSCLASSIC orcontact Dulcie Meyer in Alumni Housedmeyer@hws.edu | (315) 781-3082.2 HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES
June 1-3,Just the FactsREUNION REGISTRATION<strong>Reunion</strong> Headquarters has moved to the Sc<strong>and</strong>ling Campus Center<strong>and</strong> will be open from 8:30 a.m. until midnight on Friday; from7:30 a.m. until midnight on Saturday; <strong>and</strong> from 9 a.m. until noonon Sunday. When you arrive on campus, please go directly to theSc<strong>and</strong>ling Campus Center to check in <strong>and</strong> pick up updatedschedules, event tickets <strong>and</strong> housing in<strong>for</strong>mation.Staff will be available toanswer questions, providedirections <strong>and</strong> ass<strong>is</strong>t youwith any special needs. Foryour convenience, shorttermparking will be availableon Pulteney Street (parking<strong>is</strong> also available across thestreet in the Medbery lot).<strong>Reunion</strong> Headquarters <strong>is</strong>where you will find all thein<strong>for</strong>mation you need <strong>for</strong> theweekend, including updated“Arrival Screens” of thosewho have reg<strong>is</strong>tered, messageboards <strong>and</strong> more. Late arrivalsmay pick up reg<strong>is</strong>tration packets(<strong>and</strong> keys, if staying on campus)at the security office, located atthe north end of MedberyParking Lot.CLASS PHOTOSClass photos will be taken of eachclass celebrating a five-year reunion—the classesending in 2 <strong>and</strong> 7. The class photo schedule will beavailable at reg<strong>is</strong>tration <strong>and</strong> photos will be availableonline <strong>for</strong> purchase after <strong>Reunion</strong>.CLASS GIFTSFor those who have not made a gift th<strong>is</strong> year, thereg<strong>is</strong>tration <strong>for</strong>m contains space to include anadditional charitable contribution to support<strong>Hobart</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong>. In honor of <strong>Reunion</strong>,we suggest an amount equal to your class year(i.e., 1987=$19.87). Your gift <strong>and</strong> your participationwill be counted in your class total <strong>for</strong> the year, <strong>and</strong> you willreceive a receipt <strong>for</strong> tax purposes. If you cannot come back <strong>for</strong><strong>Reunion</strong>, please consider sending a gift to help with your Class’<strong>Reunion</strong> campaign. Every gift, of any amount, <strong>is</strong> important.WHERE TO STAYWe have room <strong>for</strong> everyone right here on campus. What betterway to slip back in time than to spend a couple of nights in aresidence hall with your family <strong>and</strong> friends? Every ef<strong>for</strong>t <strong>is</strong> made tohouse classes together so you can take advantage of the lounges<strong>for</strong> impromptu gatherings. Staying in the dorms <strong>is</strong> convenient <strong>and</strong>economical, but it <strong>is</strong> not luxurious. Dorm rooms are equipped withthe basics — sheets, a blanket, small towels <strong>and</strong> soap. You may wantto pack an alarm clock, additional towels, an extra blanket, a fan <strong>and</strong>anything else you might need to be more com<strong>for</strong>table. Families withsmall children should bring all necessary supplies.June weather in Geneva can be hot <strong>and</strong> sunny orcold <strong>and</strong> rainy. Most residence halls on campusare not air conditioned, so if you are sensitiveto heat or have other health-related problems,we encourage you to consider staying at a localhotel or bed <strong>and</strong> breakfast or renting a house.A l<strong>is</strong>t of area accommodations can be found onthe <strong>Reunion</strong> website (www.hws.edu/reunion).SPECIAL NEEDSMost campus buildings are h<strong>and</strong>icappedaccessible. If you or a member of your familyhas special health or dietary needs, pleaseindicate th<strong>is</strong> on your reg<strong>is</strong>tration <strong>for</strong>m so wemay determine how to make your v<strong>is</strong>it mostenjoyable.WHAT TO WEARThink casual <strong>and</strong> think college. Dig outthose <strong>Hobart</strong> or <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> beanies,sweatshirts, T-shirts, caps, etc.<strong>Reunion</strong> <strong>is</strong> generally a casualweekend, though the Saturdaydinner will be more festive.Remember that the weather inJune can range from 50 to 95degrees, <strong>and</strong> you should pack<strong>and</strong> dress accordingly. Even ifthe <strong>for</strong>ecast <strong>is</strong> <strong>for</strong> balmy weather,we suggest packing a jacket orsweatshirt as evenings on the Quadcan get chilly—<strong>and</strong> you want to beprepared in the event that you’reinspired to take a sunr<strong>is</strong>e walk alongthe lake.TRANSPORTATION AND PARKINGThe Syracuse, Rochester <strong>and</strong> Ithacaairports are each about an hour’s drive from campus. Car service to<strong>and</strong> from the Rochester <strong>and</strong> Syracuse airports <strong>is</strong> available <strong>for</strong> a feefrom Finger Lakes Limousine, (315) 789-7272. Please contact themdirectly to arrange your transportation to campus. Shuttle buses <strong>and</strong>golf carts will be circulating on campus throughout the weekend totransport you to events <strong>and</strong> residence halls. If you feel that you’llneed a car <strong>for</strong> your time here, please reserve one at the airport. Whileon campus, you may park in any campus parking lot. H<strong>and</strong>icappedparking <strong>is</strong> available at all campus locations.REUNION | JUNE 1-3, 2012 3
Bring the Kids!REUNION IS FAMILY-FRIENDLYThere <strong>is</strong> plenty <strong>for</strong> families to do <strong>and</strong> nearly all activities are opento all ages. Past participants will attest to the fact that <strong>Reunion</strong> <strong>is</strong> ablast <strong>for</strong> everyone.SATURDAY EVENING KIDS’ CAMP(Children 12 weeks to 12 years old)Kids’ Camp allows parents to enjoy Saturday evening activities withclassmates whiletheir children arein a safe <strong>and</strong> funenvironment. Thesession runs onSaturday from5 p.m. to 12:30a.m. Childrenmust be prereg<strong>is</strong>teredbyMay 31, 2012.Pizza, snacks <strong>and</strong>beverages areprovided. If yourchild has otherdietary needs(e.g., strained carrots, <strong>for</strong>mula, etc.), please bring them along.NO WALK-INS will be accepted. (See pages 9-10 <strong>for</strong> reg<strong>is</strong>trationdetails.)JUST FOR TEENS (13-17 years old)Saturday, 6 – 9:30 p.m. Current HWS students will take our teenagedguests to dinner <strong>and</strong> a movie Saturday night. We’ll have them backin time <strong>for</strong> fireworks on the Quad. (See pages 9-10 <strong>for</strong> reg<strong>is</strong>trationdetails.)REDISCOVER THE FINGER LAKES!Consider extending your v<strong>is</strong>it to take in the beauty ofthe Finger Lakes Region. Abundant in<strong>for</strong>mation onrecreational venues, includinggolf courses <strong>and</strong> wineries, aswell as local church services,medical facilities <strong>and</strong> supportgroups, <strong>is</strong> available from theGeneva Area Chamber ofCommerce, (315) 789-1776,or through its website atwww.genevany.com.ON-CAMPUSRECREATIONWe’ve included a number offitness activities throughout Celebrating 110 Yearsthe weekend. Tenn<strong>is</strong>, cycling<strong>and</strong> yoga will be available aswell as open hours in Br<strong>is</strong>tolField House at the CairdCenter <strong>for</strong> Sports <strong>and</strong> Recreation. And what would a trip tocampus be without tossing a fr<strong>is</strong>bee or a lacrosse ball on theQuad, or putting together a pick-up game of softball on <strong>Smith</strong>Green? Bring your glove, stick, ball <strong>and</strong> fr<strong>is</strong>bee <strong>and</strong> we’ll providethe setting.www.hws.edu/reunionSchedule HighlightsThe following <strong>is</strong> a partial schedule <strong>for</strong> <strong>Reunion</strong> 2012. Details are subject tochange. A final schedule of activities with times <strong>and</strong> locations (includingany class-specific events), will be available at reg<strong>is</strong>tration. Be sure tocheck the <strong>Reunion</strong> website <strong>for</strong> updated in<strong>for</strong>mation on <strong>Reunion</strong> events atwww.hws.edu/reunion.UPON ARRIVAL, PLEASE CHECK IN AT REUNION HEADQUARTERSIN SCANDLING CAMPUS CENTER, 8:30 a.m. - MIDNIGHT, FRI. - SAT. Th<strong>is</strong> symbol means Pre-reg<strong>is</strong>tration <strong>is</strong> required. See <strong>for</strong>m onpages 9-10.FRIDAY, JUNE 18:30 – 10 a.m.BREAKFAST available in the Sc<strong>and</strong>ling Campus Center Cafe. (cash)9:45 – 11:15 a.m.THE WILLIAM SCANDLING RESEARCH VESSEL,SENECA LAKE - EXCURSION IThree Friday excursions planned: Professor of Geoscience JohnHalfman <strong>and</strong> students will lead a working session assessing the environmentalwell-being of Seneca Lake. Event limited to 20 people—ages 13 <strong>and</strong> older—no infants or small children, please. 10 a.m.CAMPUS BUS TOUR June 1-3,11:30 a.m.HOBART LUNCH / WILLIAM SMITH LUNCH<strong>Hobart</strong> Dean Eugen Baer <strong>and</strong> <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> Dean Susanne McNally,along with their respective Athletic Director colleagues,will host individual “coordinate” lunches. Hearfirsth<strong>and</strong> what’s new with your alma mater, <strong>and</strong>about all that remains unchanged. 11:30 a.m.PHI PHI DELTA 110TH ANNIVERSARY LUNCHAND HOUSE DEDICATION 1 – 3 p.m.LEGACY COLLEGE ADMISSIONS WORKSHOP1 p.m. - Welcome session <strong>for</strong> parents <strong>and</strong> studentsThe Adm<strong>is</strong>sions staff will introduce participants to the college adm<strong>is</strong>sionsprocess, review current demographic trends, provide tips<strong>for</strong> a successful college search, <strong>and</strong> plan a productive campus v<strong>is</strong>it.2 p.m. - Choice of four workshopsCollege InterviewsTh<strong>is</strong> interactive workshop will review the objectives of the college interview,demonstrate good interviewing technique, <strong>and</strong> offer advice<strong>for</strong> prospective students.The Transition to CollegeMoving from high school to college can be challenging <strong>for</strong> students<strong>and</strong> their parents. HWS deans will d<strong>is</strong>cuss the <strong>is</strong>sues surroundingthe adjustment to college.Financing a College EducationThe director of financial aid will walk families through the types ofaid available <strong>and</strong> the aid application process.(LEGACY more )4 HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES
Throughout The Weekend…Writing the College EssayThe essay can play an important role in the college adm<strong>is</strong>sionsprocess. Typical essay questions will be shared in addition to tips<strong>for</strong> writing a successful essay.3 p.m. - Mock Adm<strong>is</strong>sions CommitteeMembers of the adm<strong>is</strong>sions staff will lead participants through areview of adm<strong>is</strong>sions applications. The exerc<strong>is</strong>e will help familiesbetter underst<strong>and</strong> how college applications are reviewed by adm<strong>is</strong>sionsofficers <strong>and</strong> the role that recommendations, st<strong>and</strong>ardizedtesting, the essay, extracurricular activities, <strong>and</strong> the interview play inthe evaluation process. 1 p.m.THE WILLIAM SCANDLING RESEARCH VESSEL, SENECA LAKE –EXCURSION II (See earlier description.) TOUR DE FINGER LAKESBring your bike to Geneva! A mecca <strong>for</strong> cycling enthusiasts, theFinger Lakes region <strong>is</strong> renowned <strong>for</strong> its cycle-friendly roadways, hillyterrain <strong>and</strong> scenic routes. See <strong>for</strong> yourself with th<strong>is</strong> 17-mile (rigorous)<strong>Reunion</strong> ride. HISTORIC GENEVA AND ROSE HILL MANSION TOURRose Hill <strong>is</strong> considered one of the finest examples of Greek Revivalarchitecture in the U.S. Th<strong>is</strong> popular <strong>Reunion</strong> activity will onceagain be led by Geneva native <strong>and</strong> Honorary Trustee Barbara LynchSpringstead ’57, L.H.D.’90 <strong>and</strong> will end with tea at the <strong>William</strong><strong>Smith</strong> Inn, the home of <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> himself. 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.MINI COLLEGE - FRIDAY CLASSES Classes may be added to the final <strong>Reunion</strong> schedule. For the mostup-to-date l<strong>is</strong>t, please v<strong>is</strong>it the <strong>Reunion</strong> website at www.hws.edu/reunion. To help us determine classroom space, please indicatecourse interest on the reg<strong>is</strong>tration <strong>for</strong>m. Course descriptions can alsobe found on the <strong>Reunion</strong> website at www.hws.edu/reunion. Changing Imagesof MarsElection 2012 Ass<strong>is</strong>tant Professor of Environmental Studies,Energy <strong>and</strong> Environment in ChinaThe Making <strong>and</strong> Meaningof Wine1:30 – 3:00 p.m.MINI COLLEGE EXTENDED SESSION: The Power of an Idea:Entrepreneurial Leadership – Susan M. Pliner, Ed.D., <strong>and</strong> AmyForbes, Ed.D., Director <strong>and</strong> Associate Director, respectively, of theCentennial Center <strong>for</strong> Leadership. A d<strong>is</strong>cussion of entrepreneurialleadership <strong>and</strong> the ways in which professionals can leveragecore tenets, such as problem solving, intellectual ingenuity <strong>and</strong>calculated r<strong>is</strong>k-taking, from their liberal arts education. 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.SALISBURY CENTER FOR CAREER SERVICES AND PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT - OPEN SESSIONS Career Tune Up: Reimagining Your Future An interactive session <strong>for</strong>those interested in career advancement or changing careers entirely.Find out resources available to you <strong>and</strong> how the Sal<strong>is</strong>bury Center <strong>for</strong>Career Services <strong>and</strong> Professional Development can help.2:30 – 3:30 p.m.<strong>and</strong> Twitter Th<strong>is</strong> session will guide you through ways to use socialmedia to produce connections <strong>and</strong> additional career opportunities.For more in<strong>for</strong>mation about career services offered to alumni <strong>and</strong>alumnae, v<strong>is</strong>it: www.hws.edu/academics/careerREUNION HEADQUARTERS –Start your Weekend here!Sc<strong>and</strong>ling Campus CenterFriday, 8:30 a.m. – midnight,Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – midnight,Sunday, 9 a.m. - NoonPick up your official <strong>Reunion</strong>packet including yourname badge (required <strong>for</strong>all activities <strong>and</strong> meals),<strong>Reunion</strong> bracelet, <strong>and</strong> the finalschedule <strong>for</strong> the weekend. Seea real-time l<strong>is</strong>t of who hasarrived <strong>and</strong> who <strong>is</strong> on the way.Refreshments available.ST. MARK’S TOWEROBSERVATION DECKFriday, 1 – 3:30 p.m.,Saturday, 1:45 – 4 p.m.Whether you’ve ascended thetower be<strong>for</strong>e or not, we’re sureyou’ll want to make time totake in the spectacularviews of the campus<strong>and</strong> the lake. Don’t<strong>for</strong>get to bring alongyour camera. Beware— the view could takeyour breath away<strong>and</strong> so could theascent! We’ll takeyour picture to provethat you made it tothe top.A HERITAGE OFTREES — SELF-GUIDEDTOURSGuides available at <strong>Reunion</strong>HeadquartersIn honor of the nurserymanfounder of <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong>College, the Alumni <strong>and</strong>Alumnae Associations togetherwith the Campus Greensstudent organization, labeledsome of the rare <strong>and</strong> unusualtrees on campus. Take ourself-guided walking tour <strong>and</strong>learn more about the florathat abounds right here on ourcampus.DAVIS GALLERY ATHOUGHTON HOUSE REUNIONEXHIBIT “TEN YEARS OFGIFTS” <strong>Hobart</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>William</strong><strong>Smith</strong> acqu<strong>is</strong>itions.Open Friday <strong>and</strong> Saturday.GUIDED CAMPUSWALKING TOURSTours will begin at theAdm<strong>is</strong>sions Office.Friday, 10 a.m.; 11 a.m.;2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m.Saturday 2 p.m., 3 p.m.ARCHIVES OPEN — WARRENHUNTING SMITH LIBRARYThursday, 1 - 4 p.m.; Friday, 12-4 p.m.EXERCISE FACILITIESCaird Center <strong>for</strong> Sports <strong>and</strong>Recreation - Br<strong>is</strong>tol FieldHouseFriday, 6 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday6 a.m. – noon.Stay “on track” with yourfitness routine (<strong>and</strong> eliminatea bit of the guilt from all thegreat food <strong>and</strong> drink you’reView from the Tower!consumingduring the weekend). The FieldHouse has an indoor track<strong>for</strong> walkers <strong>and</strong> runners <strong>and</strong>a fully equipped weight roomfeaturing Cybex machines,as well as squash, <strong>and</strong>racquetball. While you’re atit, get a personal wellnessassessment from Russ Hess, afitness special<strong>is</strong>t <strong>and</strong> directorof the Sport <strong>and</strong> RecreationCenter.BOZZUTO BOATHOUSE DOCK- Seneca LakefrontSwim, f<strong>is</strong>h or just enjoy theview. Our boathouse <strong>is</strong> hometo our nationally renownedsailing team <strong>and</strong> the docks areopen throughout the weekend<strong>for</strong> all to enjoy.“It’s the best few days you will ever experience in your life. It’sworth the travel <strong>and</strong> you’ll be counting down the days untilyour next reunion.”— Class of 1999REUNION | JUNE 1-3, 2012 5
ALUMS ON PARADEJAZZ WITH BOB MASTELLER ’60, AL SCHEREN ’60 AND STEVE VENUTI ’71.cont'd)3 – 5 p.m.THE WILLIAM SCANDLING RESEARCH VESSEL, SENECA LAKE-EXCURSION III(See earlier description on page 4.) 3:15 – 4:30 p.m.DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD PANEL DISCUSSION“Is Th<strong>is</strong> Election a Tipping Point: A New American Politics?”– with Professors Emeritus of Political Science, Peter Beckman,Joseph DiGangi <strong>and</strong> Thomas Millington along with Iva Deutchman,professor of political science. Moderated by President Mark D. Gearan.5 – 6:30 p.m.DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARDRECEPTION AND PRESENTATIONGather with classmates, faculty <strong>and</strong>staff as we celebrate our reveredfaculty. Peter Beckman, ProfessorEmeritus of Political Science;Thomas Millington, ProfessorEmeritus of Political Science; thelate John George Van Deusen P’43,Professor Emeritus of H<strong>is</strong>tory; <strong>and</strong> the late Leonard A. Lawson,Professor Emeritus of International Relations will be honored withthe D<strong>is</strong>tingu<strong>is</strong>hed Faculty Award by the <strong>Hobart</strong> Alumni Association<strong>and</strong> the <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> Alumnae Association.6 p.m.HAPPY HOUR & MUG NIGHT AT THE OAKS TENT (Cash bar)6:30 p.m.1962 50th REUNION COCKTAILS AND DINNER AT THEPRESIDENT’S HOME 6:30 – 9 p.m.QUAD BARBECUE All classes excluding the 50th <strong>and</strong> 50th PLUS.8 p.m.CHESS TOURNAMENT withProfessor Emeritus Tom Millingtonon the Sc<strong>and</strong>ling CampusCenter Lawn.9 p.m. – MidnightJAZZ AT SCANDLING CAMPUSCENTERFeaturing jazz musicians BobMasteller ’60, Al Scheren ’60 <strong>and</strong>Steve Venuti ’71. (Cash bar).9 p.m. – 1 a.m.KARAOKE AT THE CELLAR PUBThe Cellar Pub will be open <strong>and</strong> serving beer, wine – <strong>and</strong> Karaoke.(Cash bar).Beckman Millington Van Deusen Lawson“D<strong>is</strong>regard all of your preconceived notions of what reunion willbe like. Ignore all of the negative feelings you are having about returning.Forget any pretenses you think you might need or experience.Once you arrive <strong>and</strong> reconnect with your old friends, thosefriendships will propel you on a emotional high <strong>for</strong> the duration ofreunion <strong>and</strong> beyond. It’s as simple as that.” —Class of 1979Selected <strong>and</strong> presented jointly by the <strong>Hobart</strong> Alumni Association<strong>and</strong> the <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> Alumnae Association, the DFA honorsoutst<strong>and</strong>ing teachers. The resolution, written jointly by theAssociations, reads: “The DFA <strong>is</strong> our way of recognizing <strong>and</strong> honoringthose who were our mentors, who molded us <strong>and</strong> nurtured us during ourintellectual awakening, who taught us our limits <strong>and</strong> challenged ourcapabilities, <strong>and</strong> who inspired the best in us. ....”“One takes a journey into a time tunnel <strong>and</strong> the world stops<strong>for</strong> a brief three days <strong>and</strong> returns almost to treasured past.”—Class of 1969www.hws.edu/reunion6 HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES
FINGER LAKES WINE FESTIVALCLASS DINNERSSATURDAY, JUNE 27:30 a.m.SUNRISE FITNESS Yoga, Spinning, Fun Run7:45 – 10:15 a.m.PRESIDENT’S BREAKFAST AND REUNION FORUMPresident Mark D. Gearan will offer h<strong>is</strong> annual “State of the<strong>Colleges</strong>,” including an update on Campaign <strong>for</strong> the <strong>Colleges</strong> <strong>and</strong>The Per<strong>for</strong>ming Arts Initiative. Alumni <strong>and</strong> Alumnae Associationswill present awards <strong>and</strong> classes will announce their fundra<strong>is</strong>ingachievements. (7:45 – 8:45 a.m .–Breakfast served; 8:45 – 10:15a.m. – Forum) 10:30 a.m.MINI COLLEGE -SATURDAY CLASSES Classesmay be added to the final<strong>Reunion</strong> schedule. For the mostup-to-date l<strong>is</strong>t, please v<strong>is</strong>it the<strong>Reunion</strong> website at www.hws.edu/reunion. To help us determineclassroom space, please indicatecourse interest on the reg<strong>is</strong>tration<strong>for</strong>m. Course descriptions can alsobe found on the <strong>Reunion</strong> website atwww.hws.edu/reunion. Science, From Politics to Murder: New Directions<strong>for</strong> an Aging MindChem<strong>is</strong>try <strong>and</strong> Associate Dean of Faculty, TheConnection between Forensic Chem<strong>is</strong>try <strong>and</strong> TrueCrimel<strong>is</strong>h,A Dark <strong>and</strong> Long Century: 1275-1400Deadliest Catch” A behind-the-scenes look at the hit TV series<strong>and</strong> reflections on a career in telev<strong>is</strong>ionWhere <strong>is</strong> Here?They TakeOur Jobs! (don’t they?)Strategically Essentializing H<strong>is</strong>panic Race Living on the Silk Road. A thought provoking commentaryon 15 years living in Xinjiang, China“EVERYONE <strong>is</strong> glad to see you – gray hair <strong>and</strong> all – age <strong>and</strong>looks just aren’t important. —Class of 198411:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.REUNION CLASS PHOTOSBe sure to check the final schedule upon arrival <strong>for</strong> the time <strong>and</strong> locationof your <strong>Reunion</strong> Class photo.Noon – 1:45 p.m.CLASS LUNCHES ON THE QUADNoon – 2 p.m.2013 REUNION CLASS AGENT TRAININGNoon – 3 p.m.OAKS TENT OPEN2 – 3 p.m.ADMISSIONS OFFICER FOR A DAYParticipate in a mock adm<strong>is</strong>sionscommittee session where you get to play therole of an adm<strong>is</strong>sions officer deciding whogets in <strong>and</strong> who doesn’t. Adm<strong>is</strong>sions staffwill lead you through the review of sampleapplications <strong>and</strong> deliberations. For anyonewho has an interest in the adm<strong>is</strong>sionsprocess, th<strong>is</strong> session will delve into many ofthe <strong>is</strong>sues facing today’s college applicants.2 – 4 p.m. SPECIAL GATHERINGS ANDOPEN HOUSESBOOK SIGNING WITH ALUM AUTHORSFeaturing Novel<strong>is</strong>t Irene Zutell ’87 <strong>and</strong>Children’s Book Author Robin Pulver ’67.REUNION | JUNE 1-3, 2012 7
CLASS PHOTOSFIREWORKS SPECTACULARcont'd)Tours of newfacilities.2 – 4 p.m. AFTERNOON ACTIVITIESReds, whites, Rieslings, Gewürztraminers <strong>and</strong> more! Local winerieswill set up shop on the Quad to offer a taste of the Finger Lakes. Join <strong>Reunion</strong> families <strong>for</strong> an afternoon of games, caricatures, facepainting, hair braiding <strong>and</strong> other activities <strong>for</strong> our young attendees. Afew of our varsity athletes will be in uni<strong>for</strong>m <strong>and</strong> ready to play! Bringyour sticks <strong>and</strong> balls—<strong>and</strong> your game-faces!2– 2:45 p.m.“ART IN THE CITY” DOWNTOWN GENEVA MURAL “SENECA 634”Professor Emeritus Tom Millington will describe the work of h<strong>is</strong> son(the art<strong>is</strong>t) <strong>and</strong> the moments in Geneva h<strong>is</strong>tory that inspired him –93 Castle Street.3 p.m.With <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> Dean Susanne McNally. 4:30 - 5 p.m.SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE Interfaith memorial service honoringmembers of all <strong>Reunion</strong> classes who have passed away since yourlast 5-year milestone <strong>Reunion</strong>; led by <strong>Hobart</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong>Chaplain Lesley Adams.5 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.SATURDAY EVENING KIDS’ CAMP(See description on page 4) 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.SATURDAY EVENING JUST FOR TEENSDinner <strong>and</strong> a movie with HWS students. 6 p.m.ALL CLASSES RECEPTION, DINNER AND CAMPAIGNCELEBRATION(Fee includes open bar of beer <strong>and</strong> wine.) 9 p.m.ANNUAL REUNION PARADE9:30 p.m.REUNION CELEBRATION 2012Dessert, Fireworks, Music <strong>and</strong> the Oaks Tent –What more do you need?Enjoy music on the Quad by “Me <strong>and</strong> The Boyz” <strong>and</strong>the sounds of the 50s <strong>and</strong> 60s with a D.J. at the Sc<strong>and</strong>lingCampus Center Patio Party.SUNDAY, JUNE 39:30 – 11 a.m.SUNDAY BRUNCH “OPEN HOUSE” Enjoy brunch while gatheringwith friends <strong>and</strong> classmates to say farewell. “Whatever reasons you think youshouldn’t go won’t be importantonce you are there. It <strong>is</strong> fun,sat<strong>is</strong>fying <strong>and</strong> exciting to reconnectwith friends <strong>and</strong> classmates.Totally worth it!” —Class of1979“I always seem to have a reasonwhy NOT to go, but I go, <strong>and</strong> Iam ALWAYS happy that I did.Life <strong>is</strong> short...getting shorter!I enjoy being with people withwhom I grew in so many differentways...very heart-warming to me!”—Class of 1984“<strong>Reunion</strong> <strong>is</strong>n’t about the classes, the school, or thedegree. It <strong>is</strong> about those tiny, almost inconsequential,memories that you only remember when lookingover the Quad. ... And even as you are reading th<strong>is</strong>,you cannot recall any memories like the ones I amdescribing, but I am willing to bet that your first stepout of the car <strong>Reunion</strong> weekend will bring some ofthem back to you.” —Class of 19998 HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES
<strong>Reunion</strong> Headquarters <strong>is</strong> located inSc<strong>and</strong>ling Campus CenterStart your Weekend Here!Friday, 8:30 a.m. –midnight, Saturday, 8:30 a.m. – midnight, Sunday, 9 a.m. -Noon. Pick up your official <strong>Reunion</strong> packet. See a real-time l<strong>is</strong>t of who has arrived<strong>and</strong> who <strong>is</strong> on the way. Refreshments available.Reviews From Recent <strong>Reunion</strong>Attendees:<strong>Reunion</strong>Headquarters“Remember all those people who you wonderedwhat happened to them? See them <strong>and</strong> askthem. On campus, we’re all 21 again, <strong>and</strong> theworld <strong>is</strong> a bright shining future.” —Class of1964“You can’t know REAL pride until you’ve experiencedfirsth<strong>and</strong> what <strong>is</strong> happening to our campus<strong>and</strong> hallowed halls!” —Class of 1954“We like to travel <strong>and</strong> it’s an outst<strong>and</strong>ing regionto explore - <strong>and</strong> <strong>for</strong> a rare change you can experienceit in summer!!” —Class of 1979DELICIOUS!Alums on Parade!Saturday, 9 p.m.The Empire Statesmen drum <strong>and</strong> bugle corps will once again lead ourannual <strong>Reunion</strong> Parade. Th<strong>is</strong> year we’re adding glow necklaces!Food served during <strong>Reunion</strong> 2012will exceed all expectations! Something<strong>for</strong> every palate! Have special dietaryneeds? Dining staff are ready toaccommodate you. Just let us knowin advance.WINE FestivalLocal wineries offer tastings in the wine tent on theQuad. Sample the best the Finger Lakes has to offer<strong>and</strong> purchase a case or two!Uncork New York-<strong>Reunion</strong> style!Saturday, 2-4 p.m.ME AND THEBOYZRocks the Quadat <strong>Reunion</strong>2012!Saturday9:45 p.m.-1 a.m.REUNION | JUNE 1-3, 2012 11
First Class MailU.S. PostagePAIDGeneva, NYPermit No. 69Alumni House615 S. Main Street<strong>Hobart</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>William</strong> <strong>Smith</strong> <strong>Colleges</strong>Geneva, NY 14456Inside: pages 9-10 www.hws.edu/reunion(see who’s coming back)June 1-3, 2012For up-to-date schedulein<strong>for</strong>mation, be sure to checkthe <strong>Reunion</strong> website atwww.hws.edu/reunionBookmark th<strong>is</strong> site <strong>and</strong> check back often!12 HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES