Reunion 2016 Schedule

Friday, June 3

Registration

College Center at Crozier-Williams, First Floor

Check in at the registration desk to get important information about the weekend’s festivities. If you are staying on campus, you can then proceed to your dorm where you will pick up your room key from student hosts. Students will be available until 8 p.m. for the Classes 1941-2001. For 2006 & 2011, students will be available until 10 p.m. Members of the classes 1941-1966 should go directly to their assigned dorm to check-in and receive their room key. If you plan to arrive after hours, please let us know ahead of time by emailing us at reunion@conncoll.edu. When you arrive to campus, you can call 860-439-2300.

11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Class of 1966 Discussion

Charles E. Shain Library, Shain Living Room

Blanche Boyd, Roman and Tatiana Weller Professor of English and Writer-in-Residence, will join the 50^th Reunion class for a discussion over coffee, tea and fresh fruit.

9:30-11 a.m.

Discussion about the "Posture Portraits at Connecticut College, 1920-1960”, an Ammerman Center Research Project

College Center at Crozier-Williams, First Floor

Presented by Professor Andrea Baldwin, Rishma Mendhekar '18, Emily Green '18 and Joey Castro '19. If you were a student on campus during these years, please stop by and share your experiences with our research team. More information about the project can be found here.

11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Sykes Society Luncheon

College Center at Crozier-Williams, 1962 Room

President Bergeron welcomes alumnae who have celebrated their 50th Reunion.
• A special toast for the Class of 1966
• Remarks by Ellen Hofheimer Bettmann '66 P'91: "Fifty Years Later: If Not Now, When?"
A nationally-recognized leader in the fields of anti-bias education and cultural diversity, Bettmann has designed and implemented workshops and training programs around the world. During her 17 years as national director of Training and Resources at the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Ms. Bettmann was one of the creators of ADL’s award-winning A World of Difference® Institute, an international anti-bias education and diversity training program created to combat prejudice and discrimination. She is the co-author of Hate Hurts: How Children Learn and Unlearn Prejudice (Scholastic, ©2000) and has conducted programs throughout the United States under the auspices of ADL’s Close the Book on Hate campaign with Barnes and Noble.

Noon

Open House at the Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives

Charles E. Shain Library, Second Floor

Stop by and see some of the most treasured items from Special Collections and Archives, including the oldest book in the library and college memorabilia from across the decades.

1 - 3 p.m.

Becoming Connecticut Yankees

Ernst Common Room, Room 203

Presentation by Professors Emeriti Bernard Murstein, May Buckley Sadowski ’19 Professor Emeritus of Psychology, and Nelly Murstein, Hanna K. Hafkesbrink Professor Emeritus of French.

1:45 - 2:30 p.m.

Historic New London: A Guided Bus Tour for the Class of 1956

Meet on the patio of College Center at Crozier-Williams

Elizabeth (Libby) Orzack Friedman '80 will lead this class on a bus tour of New London. The bus leaves from the front of Cro at 2 p.m.

2 p.m.

Conservation of Birds in Connecticut

Charles E. Shain Library, Charles Chu Asian Art Reading Room

Alexander Brash ’81, conservation leader, and Bob Askins, Katharine Blunt Professor of Biology, will collaborate to discuss strategies to protect our state wildlife.

2:30 -3:30 p.m.

Afternoon Tea with Current Students

College Center at Crozier-Williams, Cro’s Nest

Join current students for an in depth, firsthand account of today’s Connecticut College experience. Topics include residential life, extracurricular activities and academics. Open to all.

3 - 4 p.m.

Power in the East Wing: The Politics of the President's Wife... or Husband?

Blaustein Humanities Center, Ernst Common Room

With Professor of Government MaryAnne Borrelli, Ph.D.

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Campus Tour

Meet in front of Shain Library

Steve George, Manager of Planning, Design and Construction, will lead a tour of campus, highlighting improvements made to the campus in the past five years with a special focus on the state-of-the-art Shain Library.

4 p.m.

President’s Champagne Reception for the Class of 1966

Jean C. Tempel ’65 Outdoor Classroom

(Rain Plan: Harris Atrium)

5 - 6 p.m.

Family Fun on the Green

Tempel Green, south section

Bring your families for fun for all ages. A moonwalk and arts & craft supplies will be provided.

5 - 7 p.m.

Summer on the Sound: Downeast Lobsterbake

Tent on Tempel Green

Enjoy an al fresco lobster dinner straight from Maine in a setting that can’t be beat. Barbeque and vegetarian options available.

5:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Reunion Kick-off Gathering for the Class of 1981

Harkness Hospitality Suite

Stop into Harkness to get reacquainted with classmates! We'll enjoy cocktails and good company before the rest of the evening's festivities.

7-9 p.m.

Class of 1991 Pre-Game Huddle

Ad Astra (sundial)

We'll gather as a group before classmate Debo Adegbile's keynote and walk to the event together!

7:30 p.m.

Civil Rights, Advocacy and Diversity in America: A Conversation with Debo P. Adegbile '91, a Partner at WilmerHale, LLP.

College Center at Crozier-Williams, 1962 Room

Veronica "Ronnie" Venture '86, Director, EEO and Diversity, Department of Homeland Security will interview Debo Adegbile '91, Connecticut College trustee, former president and director-counsel for the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. and a frequent speaker on Supreme Court and anti-discrimination law topics. All are welcome to attend.

8 p.m.

Post Keynote Reception sponsored by CCSRE (The Center for the Comparison of Race and Ethnicity)

College Center at Crozier-Williams, Cro's Nest

Join Sandy Grande, director of CCSRE and Professor of Education and members of the CCSRE steering committee to learn more about the Center.

All Campus Welcome Party

Jane Addams Patio

Stop by for an all-campus welcome party sponsored by the Class of 1981 and the Class of 2011. The Rolling Tomato Pizza truck will be serving up made-to-order pies. Beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. James “DJ Eazy” Jackson ’11 and Jourdan Perez '11 (formerly knows as The Takeover) will get the weekend started on the right note!

9-11 p.m.

Time to Reunite!

Drop by your class hospitality headquarters and catch up with friends.

11 p.m.

Saturday, June 4

Registration

College Center at Crozier-Williams, First Floor

Just arriving? Check in at the registration desk to get important information about the weekend’s festivities. If you are staying on campus, you can then proceed to your dorm where you will pick up your room key from student hosts. Students will be available until 8 p.m. for the Classes 1941-2001. For 2006 & 2011, students will be available until 10 p.m. Members of the classes 1941-1966 should go directly to their assigned dorm to check-in and receive their room key. If you plan to arrive after hours, please let us know ahead of time by emailing us at reunion@conncoll.edu. When you arrive to campus, you can call 860-439-2300.

8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Game, Set, Match

Tennis courts located in South Campus just past the Office of Admission on the right

Challenge your classmates to a game of tennis. Renovated in 2008, the six courts feature the same surfaces and windscreens used at the U.S. National Tennis Center.
(Rain Plan: Event Cancelled)

7 a.m.

Row with the Coach

Christoffers Rowing Training Room

Get a workout in the tanks. Learn with Coach Ric Ricci using Concept 2 rowing machines. No experience necessary. Plan to spend at least 30 minutes for a tutorial and workout.
(Enter through the ground-level double doors at the back of the Athletic Center facing Silfen Field)

7 - 9 a.m.

Work Out in Style

Athletic Center, Ann and Lee Higdon Fitness Center

Test out the free-weights and Cybex equipment, treadmills, ellipticals and upright and incumbent bikes while enjoying sweeping views of the Thames River.

7 - 10 a.m.

Birding by Ear

Meet at the Arboretum entrance on Williams Street

Mary Buchanan '14 will lead a "Birding by Ear" tour of the Bolleswood Natural Area of the Connecticut College Arboretum.
(Rain Plan: Event Cancelled)

7 - 8:30 a.m.

Breakfast with a Camel

Harris Refectory, Dining Hall

Bring the family and your camera for breakfast and a visit with the College mascot.

7 - 9:30 a.m.

Class of 1966 Breakfast

Harris Refectory, 1973 Room

7 - 10 a.m.

Yoga in your Jammies for the Class of 1981

Chapel Green

Bring your mat and come as you are. Susan Cole Ross ’81 will lead casual yoga for the class (behind Harkness between Horizon Admission building the Chapel).
(Rain Plan: Tent on Chapel Green)

7:30 - 8:15 a.m

Classes of 1941, 1946 and 1951 Light Breakfast

Lambdin 3rd Floor Common Room

Enjoy a light breakfast before heading to the parade.

8 a.m.

The Ecology of Our Campus

Meet at the Arboretum entrance on Williams Street

Bring your kids and tour the Arbo with Glenn Dreyer MA’83, the Charles and Sarah P. Becker ’27 Director of the Arboretum and Professor of Botany. Connecticut College is now home to a new national champion — a large Bebb Willow tree.
(Rain Plan: Event Cancelled)

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

Class of 1971 Breakfast Discussion

Blaustein Humanities Center, Faculty Lounge

“Retirement (or not): How is it Working for You?”Lois Olcott Price’71 will lead the group in discussion over a full breakfast.

8:30 - 9:45 a.m.

Class of 1991 Breakfast

Coffee Grounds Café, Katherine Blunt House

Enjoy a hot breakfast together before heading to the parade.

8:30 - 9:45 a.m.

Class of 1966 Class Meeting

Blaustein Humanities Center, Hood Dining Room

Join classmates for coffee and tea and to get ready for the parade.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Bagels & Bubbles for the Class of 2006

Windham Hospitality Suite

Join classmates for bagels and mimosas before heading to the parade.

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

Celebration IX Breakfast

Charles E. Shain Library, Blue Camel Cafe

Join members of the CCSRE steering committee for breakfast and receive an update on programming, campus climate and initiatives by the College's fifth Center. All are welcome.

9:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Morning Mimosas

Tempel Green near the Ad Astra Garden (sundial)

Enjoy a glass of crisp orange juice with bubbly champagne before the parade!
(Rain Plan: Moved to Cro. Connection in the College Center at Crozier-Williams)

10 a.m.

Parading Down Cro Boulevard

Meet in front of Blaustein Humanities Center

Who doesn't love a parade? Show your pride and join your class for this Reunion tradition.
(Rain Plan: Event Cancelled)

10:30 a.m.

Alumni Convocation

College Center at Crozier-Williams, 1962 Room

• Recognition of class gifts and participation achievements.
• Honor alumni award recipients:

Agnes Berkeley Leahy Award : Kevin Wade ’76
Alumni Tribute Award: Marian Silber ’66
Goss Award: Kay Landen ’66
Mach Arom ’89 Award: Lauren Burke ’06
Harriet Buescher Lawrence ’34 Prize: Bruce Hoffman ’76

• Celebrate faculty members marking milestone anniversaries with the College.
• State of the College address by President Katherine Bergeron.

10:45 a.m. - Noon

Summer on the Sound: All-Campus Picnic on the Green

Tent on Tempel Green

Come together with all Reunion classes for a traditional picnic of hot dogs, hamburgers, vegetarian options and more! Make sure to visit the Ice Cream Scoop Bar provided by Berry’s Ice Cream & Candy Shop of New London, CT.

Noon - 1:30 p.m.

Class of 1966 Luncheon

Charles E. Shain Libray, Lear Study

Boxed lunches will be delivered to the library.

Noon

Luncheon for the Classes of 1941, 1946 and 1951

Blaustein Humanities Center, Faculty Lounge

Noon

Reunion 2016 Camel Kids Carnival

Tempel Green

Come out to Tempel Green for a fun family afternoon featuring:

Face painting by Z Body Art
JUMBO moonwalk
Camel themed arts & crafts
April's Balloon Creations
LIVE Reptile Show by Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

(Rain Plan: Tent on Tempel Green)

Noon - 3 p.m.

From Cummings to Pixar with Tom Gately '91

F.W. Olin, Room 014 (Basement)

Hear from Tom about his time at Conn and how his liberal arts experience impacted his path to Pixar, where he's been an animator on dozens of films including "The Lion King" and "Toy Story 3."

1-2 p.m.

Tour of Fort Trumbull State Park for Class of 1971

Meet on the front patio of College Center at Crozier Williams

Enjoy this spectacular landmark with its stunning scenery and views of the Thames River. Learn about its history from the Revolutionary War to a recent Supreme Court fight over eminent domain (Kelo vs. New London). Transportation will be provided.

1 - 3:30 p.m.

Service of Remembrance

Harkness Chapel

1:30 - 2 p.m.

Unity House Open House

Meet Antonio Jefferson, director of Unity House, to learn about what they do and how they support students through programming, mentoring and open dialogue.
Unity House, Pepsico Room

1:30-2:30 p.m.

1986 & 1996 Campus Tour

Meet at the Ad Astra Garden

Steve George, Manager of Planning, Design and Construction, will lead a tour of campus, highlighting improvements and changes made to the campus in the past 20-30 years.

1:30 p.m.

Pioneering New Ground in TV - What a Difference a Half-Century Makes

Silfen Auditorium, Bill Hall

A Discussion with Judith Licht Della Femina ’66, moderated by Ross Morin '05, Assistant Professor of Film Studies.

2 - 3 p.m.

Class of 1991 Reception at the President's House

772 Williams Street

Join President Bergeron for a celebratory gathering and toast in honor of our milestone 25^th Reunion.

2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Explore the Athletic Center

Luce Field House and Lott Natatorium

Cross the bridge to the athletic center to take a swim in the Jane Cadwell Lott '36 Natatorium or try your strength on the climbing wall.

2:30 - 3:45 p.m.

Fun on Branford Green with the Class of 1996

Branford Quad (behind Branford)

Fun for the whole family! Toss the Frisbee, try your hand at ladder ball or just relax and reconnect with classmates on Branford Green. We’ll have beverages, snacks and music too!
(Rain Plan: Branford Hospitality Suite)

3 p.m.

Lawn Games on the Green for Classes of 2006 & 2011

Tempel Green, in front of Freeman House

(Rain Plan: Windham Hospitality Suite)

3 p.m.

Dance, Dance, Dance

College Center at Crozier-Williams, Second floor Myers Dance Studio

Open to All: Join in or watch a dance class with members of the Dance Department. An open house and reception will follow from 3:45 - 4:30 p.m.

3 - 3:45 p.m.

Meet Alumni Authors

College Center at Crozier-Williams, Bookshop

Authors from Reunion classes will read from their works and sign their books. Featuring:
Jennifer De Leon '01
Adam Shaughnessy '96
Katherine Curtis Donahue '66
Susan Kirshnit Woodall '66 P'94

3 - 4 p.m.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship: An Alumni Panel

Charles E. Shain Library, Charles Chu Asian Art Reading Room

An alumni panel discussion featuring:
Kathryn Drucker Thompson '91, COO at Polyverse Corporation
Allison Reisner Hooper ’81, Co-founder of Vermont Creamery
Andrew Margie ’96, Co-Founder and CEO of Alumnifire
Tom Seery ’91, Founder and CEO, RealSelf
Rick Stratton ’96, Co Founder, Great States Software - Feed.Us

3:30 - 4:15 p.m.

Sprout Garden — Where Student Initiatives Meet Sustainable Agriculture

Sprout Garden (behind College Center at Crozier-Williams)

Join Josh Stoffel, Manager of Sustainability, who co-directs our Office of Sustainability, for a tour and conversation about the history of Sprout, the student-run sustainable agriculture initiative. Sprout offers an opportunity for students to get involved in farming and sustainable agriculture as well as provide local, organically grown produce to the campus dining halls.
(Rain Plan: Event Cancelled)

3:15 - 4 p.m.

Class of 2001 Relax & Unwind with Family & Friends

Chapel Green

Join classmates, family and friends for cocktails and some family-friendly games.
(Rain Plan: Knowlton Hospitality Suite)

3:30 p.m.

Class of 1986 Fun with Frisbees and Friends

Library Green, directly across Cro Blvd. from Smith

Hang out and enjoy lawn games, beer and each other’s company.
(Rain Plan: Smith Hospitality Suite)

3:30 p.m.

Microbrewery Beer Tasting with Outer Light Brewing Company

Tent on Tempel Green

Sample local brews from a brewery right across the bridge in Groton, CT. Former athletes will have the opportunity to catch up with current CC coaches in attendance. Open to All!

4 - 5:30 p.m.

Roomful of Blues Live Performance sponsored by the Class of 1976

Tent on Tempel Green

4 - 5:30 p.m.

Reunion 2016 Photo Booth

College Center at Crozier-Williams, Lobby

Stop by New England Photo Booth’s open air set up for some photo fun with your classmates before, during or after your class dinner. Photos can be printed on-site or shared digitally. Props included!

5-10 p.m.

12-Step Gathering

Harkness Chapel Library, lower level

6 - 7:30 p.m.

Childcare for Children 3 and Up

Lambdin Game Room, Lambdin House

Advance registration required. Walk-ins cannot be accepted.

6 p.m. - Midnight

Receptions and Dinners for Classes of 1941-1971 & 1996

1941, 1946, 1951:
           Reception: Lobby, Lyman Allyn Art Museum
           Dinner: Hendel Library, Lyman Allyn Art Museum
1956: Reception: Horizon House, Office of Admission
           Dinner: Living Room, Office of Admission
1961: Reception: Lobby, Lyman Allyn Art Museum
           Dinner: Hendel Library, Lyman Allyn Art Museum
1966: Reception: Shain Library
           Dinner: Ernst Common Room , Blaustein Humanities Center
1971: Reception and Dinner: Faculty Lounge, Blaustein Humanities Center
1996: Reception: Buck Lodge
          Dinner: Cro’s Nest, College Center at Crozier-Williams (dinner will begin at 7:30 p.m.)

6 p.m.

Receptions and Dinners for Classes of 1976–2011

1976: Reception: Lear Study, Shain Library Second Floor
Dinner: Hood Dining Room, Blaustein Humanities Center
1981: Reception and Dinner: Tent on Chapel Green
1986: Reception and Dinner: 1941 Room, College Center at Crozier-Williams
1991: Reception and Dinner: Tent on Larrabee Green
2001: Reception and Dinner: Cro Bar (Humphrey’s), College Center at Crozier-Williams
2006: Reception: Library Green (green between Cro and Shain)
Dinner: 1962 Room, College Center at Crozier-Williams
2011: Reception: Patio outside of 1962 Room, College Center at Crozier-Williams
Dinner: College Center at Crozier-Williams, 1962 Room
Celebration IX: Reception and Dinner: Unity House, Pepsico Room

7 p.m.

Live Performance by the Rhythm Method

Tent on Tempel Green

Their first gigs were in 1985/86 in the Conn Cave party room (now the campus bookstore). Still playing after 30 years, come join the Class of 1986 and the Rhythm Method for a night of music you’ll love to sing and dance to. Mike Stryker ’86, David Warner ’86, Ross Dackow ’87, Andy Karp ’89, Donna Stryker, Pete Lebow, Pam Lebow (and maybe some special guests!)

10 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Orangeside Donut Truck

Tempel Green

Look for the big orange truck right near the tent on Tempel Green. Tony’s Square Donuts will be serving up complimentary donuts fresh from New Haven, CT.

10:30 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Sunday, June 5

One Last Hurrah! Breakfast with Your Class

Harris Refectory

Look for your class' reserved table signs!

7 - 10:45 a.m.

Class of 1966 Breakfast

Harris Refectory, 1973 Room

7 - 10 a.m.

Classes of 1941, 1946 & 1951 Breakfast

Lambdin 3rd Floor Common Room

Enjoy coffee and a light breakfast with classmates.

8 a.m.

Class of 1956 Brunch

Meet at Prudy Parris Martin’s house at Groton Long Point. Directions will be available in the Hospitality Suite.

10 a.m.

Hillel Bagel Breakfast

Zachs Hillel House

Stop and see the Zachs Hillel House, the College's center for Jewish student life and related intercultural programming. All are welcome.

10 - 11 a.m.

Deadline for Residence Hall Checkout

Please return keys and swipe cards to the student hosts in your class hospitality suite. There is a $25 fee for each lost or unreturned room key and a $75 fee for each lost or unreturned access card.

11 a.m.