Reunions 2007 - RE07 Schedule

Reunions ’07

Weekend Schedule

All-Kirkland Reunion Schedule

Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

THURSDAY, MAY 31 [top]

1 – 10 p.m.

Registration
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society)

1 – 9 p.m.

KirklandMarks: A Self-Guided Tour
Special markers commemorate locations of historic Kirkland College activities and celebrate its contributions to the culture of College Hill.
Tour begins at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall)

2 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
A Nature Walk in Root Glen
Led by Ernest Williams, professor of biology.
Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center

3 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE The Hamilton College Arboretum
A talk and tour led by Terry Hawkridge, assistant director, grounds, horticulture and arboretum, and certified arborist.
Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center

3:30 p.m.

Guided Tour of the Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall)

4:30 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Giants in the Earth: A Guided Tour of Hamilton’s Cemetery
A tour and talk led by Hamilton Alumni Review Editor Emeritus Frank Lorenz.
Meet at the College cemetery entrance between Bristol Center and Minor Theater

4:30 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Jazz Greats: Recent Video Interviews from Hamilton’s Jazz Archive
Discussion led by Monk Rowe, the Joe Williams Director of the Jazz Archive.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit)

6 – 9 p.m.

Buffet Supper*
The Little Pub

8 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Edward Robinson, Hamilton’s First Valedictorian
Walcott-Bartlett Professor of Religious Studies Jay Williams ’54 will share his knowledge of Edward Robinson.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit)

FRIDAY, JUNE 1 [top]

7 – 10 a.m.

Breakfast*
Soper Hall of Commons

9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Registration
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society)

9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

9 a.m.

Annual Winton Tolles Golf Tournament*
Skenandoa Club, Norton Ave., Clinton

9:45 a.m.

Guided Tour of the Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall)

10 a.m.

Guided Tour of the Siuda House
New home of Admission and Financial Aid (formerly Sigma Phi)
Meet at the front door to the building

10 a.m.

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Inspirations: Kirkland Alumnae Art Show
Emerson Art Gallery

10:30 a.m.

Class of 1957 Memorial Service
Chapel

11 a.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Life with Samuel Kirkland in the Mohawk Valley — A Clash of Cultures
Robert Allers ’74 and Nate George will take us on a journey through time with Samuel Kirkland. Kirner-Johnson 144 (Auditorium)

11:30 a.m.

Siuda House Dedication
The new home for the office of Admission and Financial Aid, the renovated former Sigma Phi will be dedicated in honor of Joy and Chet ’70 Siuda.
Siuda House (formerly Sigma Phi)

noon – 2 p.m.

Lunch Buffet*
Soper Hall of Commons

noon – 2 p.m.

Kirkland Luncheon*
Hamilton alumnae are invited to meet with Kirkland alumnae.
McEwen Dining Hall

12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Jazz Archive Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing

12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Diversity and Social Justice Project Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing

1 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
It’s 2007. Do You Know Where Your Ancestors Are?
Presented by Thomas Farrell ’57.
Science Center G041

1:15 p.m.

Chat with Mathematician and Artist Helaman Rolfe Ferguson '62
Helaman will guide a walk-around tour of his sculpture "SYZYGY"
Meet in front of the Science Center
(Rainsite: Wellin Atrium, Science Center)

1:30 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Assessing the Value of a Hamilton Education
Daniel Chambliss, the Eugene M. Tobin Distinguished Professor of Sociology, shares his research.
Science Center 3024

2 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
The Many Faces of Alexander Hamilton
Associate Professor of Government Rob Martin and the Sidney Wertimer Associate Professor of History Doug Ambrose discuss their new book.
Kirner-Johnson 144 (Auditorium)

2 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Astronomy of the Ancient Maya, in Their Own Words
Presented by Harvey Bricker ’62.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit)

2:30 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Drug Design and Global Warming: Undergraduates
Making a Difference
Presented by Winslow Professor of Chemistry George Shields with comment by Hamilton student researchers.
Science Center G041

2:30 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
William James, Spiritualism and Science
Presented by Associate Professor of Philosophy Marianne Janack.
Science Center 2017

3 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Life on the Hill — Forty Years Later
Charter trustee Barry Seaman ’67 will take us on a then-and-now journey of life on the Hill.
Science Center 3024

3 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
A Nature Walk in Root Glen
Led by Ernest Williams, professor of biology.
Meet at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center

3 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Paul Parker: The Artist and His Art
Presentation by Jack Banks ’52 and John Suplee ’69.
Living Room, Samuel Eells House

3 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
“Say it Ain’t So”: Ethical Dilemmas in Sports
A panel discussion with Robert Simon P’91, ’94, the Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of Philosophy; Mason Ashe ’85, president of Ashe Sports and Entertainment Consulting; Emily Helm ’92, managing director of MetroLacrosse; Steve Wulf ’72, executive editor, ESPN The Magazine; and Buster Olney, senior writer, ESPN The Magazine.
Kennedy Auditorium, Science Center G027

3:30 p.m.

Guided Tour of the Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall)

3:30 p.m.

Guided Tour of the Siuda House
New home of Admission and Financial Aid (formerly Sigma Phi)
Meet at the front door to the building

4 – 5:30 p.m.

Kirkland Voices: A Poetry and Fiction Reading
A reading of original work by Kirkland College alumnae, including Nin Andrews K’80, Nancy Avery Dafoe K’74, P’04, Alice Hildebrand K’73, Liz Horwitt K’73, Gwynn O’Gara K’73, Jo Pitkin K’78, Billie Jean Stratton K’74 and Maria Stadtmueller K’77. A reception and book signing will follow.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit)

4 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Baseball Behind the Scenes: The Hall of Fame, the Village of Cooperstown and the Art of Publishing Baseball Books
Bruce Markusen ’87 will share a glimpse of baseball behind the scenes.
Science Center G041

4 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Admission 101: A Workshop for Families Embarking on the College Search Process
Led by Director of Admission Lora Schilder.
Conference Room, Siuda House

4 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
Global Brains: The Need to Understand Cultural Differences in the 21st Century
Presented by Gary Ferraro ’62.
Kirner-Johnson 144 (Auditorium)

4:30 p.m.

Dedication of the Patricia and Winton Tolles Pavilion
Join alumni, faculty, trustees and members of the Tolles Family to celebrate the dedication of the former Annex in honor of two Hamilton legends, Pat and Win ’28 Tolles.
Lobby area between Fillius Events Barn and Tolles Pavilion

5 – 6 p.m.

Tolles Reception for Faculty and Alumni
Stop by and say “hello” to your favorite faculty members and share your remembrances of Pat and Win ’28 Tolles.
Fillius Events Barn, Beinecke Student Activities Village

5:30 p.m.

Buffet Dinner for Members of the Class of ’52*
Home of Barbara Starnes P’80, 7095 College Hill Road, Clinton

6 p.m.

Buffet Dinner for All Alumni*
Patricia and Winton Tolles Pavilion, Beinecke Student Activities Village

6 p.m.

All-Kirkland Reunion Dinner and Open Mic*
Cocktails at 6 p.m.; Dinner at 7 p.m.
Home of Woody Root K’72, 3483 Ernst Road, Clinton

6 p.m.

Buffet Dinner for Members of the Class of ’57*
Cocktails at 6 p.m.; Dinner at 6:30 p.m.
Home of Ellie Wertimer GP’06, 7140 College Hill Road, Clinton

6 p.m.

Buffet Dinner for Members of the Class of ’82*
Rogers Estate

7 – 10 p.m.

Big-Screen Video Games
Kirner-Johnson 222 and 242

8 p.m.

Family Movie (PG)
Kirner-Johnson 144 (Auditorium)

8 p.m.

REUNIONS ’07 KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Regardless of your political predilections, reunion attendees will have the distinct pleasure to hear from The Honorable Tom Vilsack ’72, P’00 and the former First Lady of Iowa Christie Vilsack K’72, P’00 when they give the Reunions ’07 keynote address. Their professional lives reflect a sustained and mutual dedication to public service. Tom was most recently a two-term Democratic Governor of Iowa, and as First Lady Christie made strides in advancing the cause of literacy — a mission informed by her years as an English and journalism teacher. Parents of two sons, Jess ’00 and Douglas, the Vilsacks tangibly reflect the value created by Hamilton and Kirkland educations. A reception sponsored by the Kirkland and Hamilton Classes of 1972 will follow the keynote presentation.
Chapel

9:30 – 11 p.m.

Join the Hamilton and Kirkland Classes of 1972 for a reception with Tom ’72 and Christie K’72 Vilsack P’00 while enjoying the Kirkland Inspirations alumnae art exhibit.
Emerson Gallery, Christian A. Johnson Hall

10 p.m.

Comedy Performance by Selena Coppock ’02
Chicago, Boston, New York City. Selena headlines major metropolitan cities. Now she comes home to Hamilton for one night only.
Fillius Events Barn, Beinecke Student Activities Village

10 p.m.

Movie: The Sterile Cuckoo
Big screen on the Main Quad
Rain site: Kennedy Auditorium G027

10 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Shuttle Service to the Village of Clinton Pick-up and drop-off on the hour at The Little Pub
Pick-up and drop-off on the half hour at the Village Tavern

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 [top]

7 – 10 a.m.

Breakfast*
Soper Hall of Commons

7:30 a.m.

Kirkland Breakfast*
McEwen Dining Hall

8 a.m.

The Long Run – An Alumni Cross Country Fun Run
Named in honor of longtime Hamilton cross country and track coach Gene Long. Race distances are 2.1, 3.3 and 5.1 miles.
Steuben Field

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Registration
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society)

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

8:45 a.m.

Baldwin Choir Rehearsal (male voices)
Chapel

9 a.m.

Guided Tour of Campus
Meet at registration headquarters (Emerson Hall)

9 a.m.

Guided Tour of the Siuda House
New home of Admission and Financial Aid (formerly Sigma Phi) Meet at the front door to the building

9 a.m.

Class of 1952 Meeting
Common Room, 1st Floor South Dorm

9 a.m.

A Little Reading, a Little Talk with Natalie Babbitt
Author and illustrator Natalie Babbitt will read from one of her many literary works. Perhaps she will share a glimpse of her soon-to-be-released book?
Café Opus, adjacent to McEwen Dining Hall

9 a.m.

Arboretum Committee Meeting (committee members only)
Glen House

9:30 – 10:15 a.m.

Hamilton College Arboretum Information Session
Terry Hawkridge, assistant director of grounds, horticulture and arboretum will give a brief overview of the College's Arboretum. This session is open to anyone interested in gardening, trees and in learning what is being done to maintain and preserve Hamilton's beautiful campus for the future.
Glen House

10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Inspirations: Kirkland Alumnae Art Show
Emerson Art Gallery

10 – 11:45 a.m.

Kirkland’s Legacy Lives On!
A facilitated discussion of Kirkland ideals and principles. Moderated by Professor of Anthropology Doug Raybeck.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit)

10:30 a.m.

Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association, Half-Century Class Annalist’s Letter and Presentation of Alumni Awards
Chapel

noon

Reunion Parade
Led by the bagpipes of the Mohawk Valley Frasers. Assemble in front of the Chapel

12:30 p.m.

All-Alumni/ae Cookout featuring the Alumni All-Stars Jazz Band*
Tented area, Commons Quadrangle

1:30 – 10 p.m.

Big-Screen Video Games
Kirner-Johnson 222 and 242

2 p.m.

STATE OF THE COLLEGE ADDRESS
Presented by President Joan Hinde Stewart. Chapel

2 – 4 p.m.

Jazz Archive Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing

2 – 4 p.m.

Diversity and Social Justice Project Open House
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing

3 p.m.

Kirner-Johnson Groundbreaking Ceremony
McEwen Breezeway

3 p.m.

Gallery Talk and Reception
Peter Rose ’57 will discuss the works on exhibit of Russian artist Anatoly Zverev (1931-86).
Emerson Gallery, Christian A. Johnson Hall

3 p.m.

Class of ’97 Olympiad: Lawn Games and Music
Mix competitive juices with camaraderie during events drawing on the acumen that liberal arts educated thirty-somethings mastered in college. Use brains, brawn and, most likely, social skills as you desperately try to recall the name of the person in front of you. Music and beverages provided.
Minor Field

3 - 5 p.m.

Delta Kappa Epsilon Alumni Gathering
The Little Pub, 2nd floor

3 p.m.

Annual Meeting of the Alumni of Theta Delta Chi
Assembly Room, Bristol Center

3 p.m.

Class of ’02 Kickball and Flag Football
Steuben Field

3:20 p.m.

Dedication Ceremony and Unveiling of the Kirkland Archive Display
McEwen Hall, area adjacent to rock swing

3:30 – 5:30 p.m.

ALL-KIRKLAND REUNION CONVERSATION
Led by Kirkland College President Samuel Fisher Babbitt. Indomitable Spirits: The Road Less Taken will begin this conversation. Indomitable Spirits is an audio and visual journey capturing evocative moments and important efforts by the College, her students, faculty and friends. Intended to pay homage to and perhaps rekindle the pioneer spirit that continues to define the Kirkland College legacy. A collaboration by Samuel Fisher Babbitt, Connie Halporn K’78, Rebecca Pressman K’78 and Judy Silverstein Gray K’78.
Wellin Hall, Schambach Center for Music and the Performing Arts

3:30 p.m.

ALUMNI COLLEGE
The New Middle East: A Sad Day for America?
Presented by Christian A. Johnson Distinguished Professor of Global Political Theory Ned Walker ’62.
Chapel

4 p.m.

Friends of Bill W. Meeting
Penney Room, Bristol Center

4:30 p.m.

Saranac Beer Tasting
Tented area on Commons Quadrangle

4:45 p.m.

Reunion Choir Rehearsal (mixed voices)
Chapel

6 p.m. – 12 a.m.

Kids Camp (Pre-registration required)
Root Residence Hall

various times

Reunion Class Dinners*
Dinner and cash bar.

5:30 p.m.	Half - Century Dinner Samuel Eells House
5:30 p.m.	1957, 50th Reunion Fillius Events Barn, Beinecke
6 p.m.	1962 Philip Spencer House
6 p.m.	1967 Dwight Lounge, Bristol Center
6:30 p.m.	1972 Wellin Atrium, Science Center
6:30 p.m.	1977 Soper Hall of Commons
6:30 p.m.	All-Kirkland Classes McEwen Dining Hall
7 p.m.	1982, 25th Reunion Bristol Terrace, North
7 p.m.	1987 Bristol Terrace, South
7 p.m.	1992 Woolcott House
7 p.m.	1997 Tolles Pavilion, Annex A
7 p.m.	2002 Tolles Pavilion, Annex B

8:30 p.m.

Continental Cabaret with the Alumni All-Stars Jazz Band
The band will delight one and all as Bob Abrams ’53, P’82, Donn Andre ’58, Gordy Bourns ’58, P’83, ’90, Marty Frankel, Phil Mead ’59, P’88, ’90, Bill Semple ’68 and Dick Sherman ’53, P’78, ’85 share their musical talents. The AASJB is one of the longest-playing college alumni jazz bands in America!
Fillius Events Barn, Beinecke Student Activities Village

8:30 p.m.

Kirkland Echoes
Under-10 minute plays written by Kirkland and Hamilton women, read by Kirkland and Hamilton alumni, coordinated/directed by Melanie Sutherland K’79. Writers include Nancy Dafoe K’74, P’04, Nicole Dafoe ’04, Gwynn O’Gara K’73, Susan Shopmaker K’78, Constance Stellas K’72 and Zan Tewksbury K’80.
Kirner-Johnson 109 (Red Pit)

9 p.m.

Cappuccino Bar and Quiet Conversation
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society)

10 p.m.

Steak Nite Returns to the Hill
Steak Nite, a band formed at the College in 1972, took its name from the cafeteria’s “special” once-a-week meal: steak. Band members Donald Fram ’75, Jeb Guthrie ’75, Bob Halligan ’75 and Bob Sollinger ’75 serve up a special meal of music for all to enjoy.
Soper Hall of Commons

SUNDAY, JUNE 3 [top]

7 – 10 a.m.

Breakfast*
Soper Hall of Commons

7 a.m.

Kirkland Guided Meditation Service
Led by Kathryn Bedke K’74.
Begin in Root Glen at the gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center

8:30 a.m. – noon

Return room keys to registration headquarters
Emerson Hall (formerly Emerson Literary Society)

8:30 a.m. – noon

8:30 a.m.

Joel Bristol Breakfast (by invitation only)
Dining Room Eells

9:15 a.m.

Baldwin Choir Rehearsal (male voices)
Chapel

9:50 a.m.

Reunion Choir Rehearsal (mixed voices)
Chapel

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Inspirations: Kirkland Alumnae Art Show
Emerson Art Gallery

10:30 a.m.

SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Memorial service with performances by the Baldwin and Reunion choirs.
Chapel

noon

Kirkland Matters: Farewell Brunch and Decompression Session*
McEwen Dining Hall

noon – 1:30 p.m.

Reunions ’07 Farewell Lunch*
Soper Hall of Commons

* See registration form for costs

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