http://www.hamilton.edu/news/ News From Hamilton en-us http://www.hamilton.edu/news/president-stewart-rings-nyse-closing-bell http://www.hamilton.edu/news/president-stewart-rings-nyse-closing-bell President Joan Hinde Stewart rang the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Thursday, May 24, at 4 p.m., as part of the bicentennial celebration of the NY State Board of Regents signing of the college’s charter on May 26, 1812. Photos of the event may be viewed on the NYSE Facebook page and video is available here. Thu, 24 May 2012 16:05:00 EST http://www.hamilton.edu/news/hamilton-s-bicentennial-week-celebrated-at-the-nyse-by-u-s-congress-and-nys-senate http://www.hamilton.edu/news/hamilton-s-bicentennial-week-celebrated-at-the-nyse-by-u-s-congress-and-nys-senate Hamilton College turns 200 on May 26, the day the New York Board of Regents granted the College its charter. Many organizations are joining in the celebration: Wednesday, May 23: The New York State Senate passed a resolution recognizing Hamilton’s anniversary. Thursday, May 24: Hamilton representatives will ring the Closing Bell at the New York Stock Exchange. (video will be available Thursday on the NYSE website) Saturday, May 26: The College Arboretum will host an event that includes remarks from Professor John H. O’Neill, co-chair of the Bicentennial Committee.  Tue, 22 May 2012 11:13:17 EST