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Schedule of Events

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A final schedule of events will be distributed upon your arrival at the Reunion Registration Desk. This schedule is subject to change; please check back for updates. Current as of 4/8/2025.

 

Friday, May 30

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11:00am - 1:45pm

嚜燉喝紳釵堯

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor
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Join us for Chicken Finger Friday!
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor
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A special luncheon for all reunion and class volunteers. By invitation only; each invitee is welcome to bring a guest.
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Cut, Print, Moving On: How DOGEs Efforts to Trim the Administrative State Might Diminish The Government-Citizen Disconnect with Ron Seyb

Location: Palamountain Hall, Davis Auditorium
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Part of the Mini-College Series.

Presented by Ron Seyb, Associate Professor of Political Science.
A town hall attendee once shouted, Keep your government hands off my Medicare!highlighting the publics lack of awareness about government-provided benefits. Political scientist Suzanne Mettler describes this as the government-citizen disconnect, which can fuel anti-government sentiment and threaten democracy. This talk will examine how Donald Trump and Elon Musks push to eliminate government programs through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) might ironically make Americans more aware of and appreciative of public services, potentially shifting public opinion in favor of expanding government support.
1:00pm - 2:00pm

How Record Players Work with Evan Halstead, Senior Teaching Professor of Physics

Location: Bolton Hall, Room 282
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Part of the Mini-College Series.

The record player is a marvel of mechanical and electrical engineering, transforming tiny grooves in a vinyl record into rich, dynamic sound. This talk will explore the physics behind turntable technology, from the vibrations of a stylus tracing the records surface to the electromagnetic principles of cartridge signal generation. We will examine how amplification and speaker systems convert these signals into audible music. By the end, attendees will have a deeper appreciation for the elegant physics that brings analog music to life.
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Inferno to Surrealism: Dal穩s Vision of Dantes Divine Comedy with Barbara Garbin, Teaching Professor of World Languages & Literatures

Location: Bolton Hall, Room 281
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Part of the Mini-College Series.

In this session, we explore how the renowned surrealist Salvador Dal穩 reimagined Dantes journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise. Commissioned in the 1950s to illustrate the Divine Comedy, Dal穩 brought the medieval masterpiece to life with his signature dreamlike distortions, vivid colors, and unexpected symbolism. A complete set of 100 prints is housed at the Tang Museum, thanks to a generous donation.
1:00pm - 2:00pm

What Crosswords Can Tell Us About Language with Erica Hsiung Wojcik, Assoc. Professor of Psychology

Location: Palamountain Hall, Emerson Auditorium
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Part of the Mini-College Series.

In this class, psychology professor and crossword constructor Erica Hsiung Wojcik will show you how a crossword is made from start to finish. Along the way, shell discuss how crosswords can reveal how our brains process language. Open to seasoned solvers, crossword-curious folks, and anyone who loves words!
1:20pm - 2:30pm

Guided Bus Tour of Saratoga Springs and the Old Campus

Location: Case Center Bus Stop
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Enjoy a tour of historic Saratoga Springs and 窪蹋勛圖厙's first campus. No pre-registration, but space is limited; first-come, first-served. Bus departs Case Center parking lot at 1:30 pm.
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Career Development Center Open House

Location: Starbuck Center, Room 204
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The staff of the Career Development Center will be on hand to demonstrate the Career Development website and to discuss networking, career advising, job listings, and other services available to alumni.
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sustainability Tour

Location: Community Garden
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Join a member of the Sustainability Office for a tour and overview of campus sustainability initiatives, including 窪蹋勛圖厙's geothermal heating and cooling, renewable energy projects, green infrastructure, community garden, bike share, electric vehicle stations, and more. The Office will share information about student leadership opportunities, events, and plans for the future.
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Tour of the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences

Location: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Glotzbach Atrium
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The Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Science (CIS) is a hub that fosters unique interdisciplinary connections between and among the sciences, arts, humanities and social sciences.
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Class of 1970 Programming

Location: Palamountain Hall, Emerson Auditorium
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Susan Kress, former vice president for academic affairs, will host a discussion with the Class of 1970 on The Women by Kristin Hannah.
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Class of 1975 Programming

Location: Palamountain Hall, Davis Auditorium
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Jennifer Delton, Professor of History and Department Chair, will host a discussion with the Class of 1975 comparing the political climate of the mid-1970s to that of today.
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Global 窪蹋勛圖厙 Open House

Location: Student Academic Services, Starbuck Center, 1st Floor
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Warm welcome to our international student alumnae, dual citizens, 窪蹋勛圖厙 graduates living abroad, and other friends of our outstanding and ever-growing global community! This relaxed networking event invites you to connect with our international student advisors and current international students here for the summer. We hope to see you there!
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Hitler and Twittler: (Un)Truth and Fascism with Sheldon Solomon, Professor of Psychology

Location: Palamountain Hall, Gannett Auditorium
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Part of the Mini-College Series.

If you tell a big enough lie and tell it frequently enough, it will be believed. Adolph Hitler
I love the poorly educated. "Just remember, what you are seeing and what you are reading is not what's happening. -- Donald Trump
In this presentation I will explore: the central role of untruth in fascism; psychological factors contributing to devotion to charismatic/populist leaders and their big lies; how social media in the 21st century magnifies untruths and amplifies psychological affinity for big liars; the grave danger this poses to democracy; and, the role of education to offset these pernicious tendencies.
2:30pm - 3:30pm

Scribner Society Afternoon Tea and Reminiscing

Location: Surrey-Williamson Inn, Living Room
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Take a walk down memory lane with a digital and live archive display while enjoying tea and light pastries.
2:30pm - 3:30pm

The Evolution of Artificial Computation: From Mechanical to Embedded Electronic Computers with Dave Read, Sr. Lecturer of Computer Science

Location: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Science, Room 233
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Part of the Mini-College Series.

This course explores the key milestones in the development of artificial computation, from early mechanical computers to current trends and future directions in machine learning and AI. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of computing technology, including the network effect created by Arpanet and its impact on the early Internet. The class will explore artificial computation in various contexts through lecture, discussion, and hands-on activities.
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tour of the McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center

Location: McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center, Lobby
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Explore 窪蹋勛圖厙s premier facility for health, fitness, and wellness. Get an inside look at its state-of-the-art tennis courts and amenities designed to support student health and athletic excellence.
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Curators Tour of a field of bloom and hum

Location: Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Atrium
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Led by Tang Dayton Director and exhibition curator, Ian Berry.
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gathering for Friends of Bill W.

Location: Ladd Hall, Room 207
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A supportive and confidential space for those in recovery or seeking fellowship. All are welcome to connect and share in this informal gathering.
4:30pm - 6:30pm

Theater Alumni Reception

Location: Janet Kinghorn Bernard Theater
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Welcome back to the JKB! Get re-acquainted with friends and faculty, take a tour around the building, and hear what's in store for the weekend!
5:00pm - 6:15pm

Presidents Society & Legacy Society Reception

Location: Scribner House Lawn, 791 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs
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Members of the Presidents Society and Legacy Society are among 窪蹋勛圖厙s most committed supporters. Through their dedicated leadership and generosity, they set a standard for giving that inspires the entire College community, uplifts programs for students and faculty, and are central to 窪蹋勛圖厙s continued growth and success. The Presidents Society honors 窪蹋勛圖厙s supporters who make annual gifts of $2,500 and above, as well as the Young Alumni Presidents Society. The Legacy Society recognizes alumni, parents, families, and friends of the College who establish a planned gift or provide for 窪蹋勛圖厙 in their will. By invitation only.
5:00pm - 7:30pm

Reunion Rendezvous

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor
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Enjoy a dinner from 窪蹋勛圖厙's gold medal winning Dining Services team.
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Alumni Art Exhibition Opening Reception

Location: Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Payne Presentation Room
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Come enjoy the talents of 窪蹋勛圖厙's alumni artists at this annual event.
6:30pm - 9:00pm

Class of 1975 Al Fresco Dinner

Location: Surrey-Williamson Inn, Stone Courtyard
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Scribner Society Dinner with President Marc C. Conner and Barbara Reyes-Conner

Location: National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs
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For graduates in post-50th reunion classes.
7:00pm - 10:00pm

Class of 1980 Dinner

Location: Whitman Brewing Co., 20 Lake Ave, Saratoga Springs
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Class of 1990 Meet-Up

Location: The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs
7:00pm - 9:00pm

Class of 2010 Meet-Up

Location: Desperate Annies, 12 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs
8:00pm - 10:00pm

Class of 2000 Meet-Up

Location: Tin & Lint, 2 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs
8:00pm - 10:00pm

Class of 2015 Meet-Up

Location: Cantina, 408 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
8:30pm - 11:00pm

Movie Night

Location: North Case Green
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Grab some popcorn and enjoy a screening of Wicked!
8:30pm - 11:00pm

Trivia Night

Location: Case Center, The Spa
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Test your knowledge and impress your classmates.
9:00pm - 11:00pm

Class of 1995 Meet-Up

Location: Druthers Brewing Company, 381 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
9:00pm - 11:00pm

Class of 2005 Meet-Up

Location: Desperate Annies, 12 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs
9:00pm - 11:00pm

Class of 2020 Meet-Up

Location: Harvey's Restaurant and Bar, 14 Phila St., Saratoga Springs
9:00pm - 12:00am

Theater Alumni Informal Gathering

Location: The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs

Saturday, May 31

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7:30am - 9:30am

Breakfast

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor
8:00am - 9:00am

Morning Yoga

Location: McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center Lawn
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Relax, renew, and stretch! This session is open to all levels.
8:30am - 9:30am

Presidents Breakfast for the 2025 Alumni Association Awards Recipients

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor
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By invitation only.
9:45am - 10:15am

Pre-Parade Gathering

Location: Case Center, North Patio (overlooking the green)
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Grab a complimentary mimosa or other beverage with your classmates as you prepare for the Parade of Classes.
10:30am - 11:00am

Parade of Classes

Location: Case Green, Walkway along Palamountain Hall
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Led by the Schenectady Pipe Band, Ltd., distinguished guests, and the Alumni Awards recipients. The parade proceeds from Case Green to Arthur Zankel Music Center.
11:00am - 12:00pm

Alumni Awards and Recognition Ceremony

Location: Arthur Zankel Music Center, Helen Filene Ladd '22 Concert Hall
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Join us as we honor our 2025 Alumni Award honorees and celebrate the collective philanthropy of our reunion classes. All reunion attendees and their guests are welcome and encouraged to attend.
12:00pm - 2:00pm

Reunion Picnic

Location: Upper South Park, under the tent
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Join alumni, family, and friends for a tasty BBQ! Photographers will be on site for everyone to receive a personalized Reunion memento.
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Tour of the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

Location: Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Atrium
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Join Tang staff for a tour of a field of bloom and hum.
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Class Photos

Location: Case Center, Porter Plaza
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Photos times for each class to be announced.
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Open Hours at the IdeaLab

Location: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, IdeaLab
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Creative Thought Matters! Tour 窪蹋勛圖厙's very own MakerSpace. Founded by students and faculty in 2017, The IdeaLab, formerly known as The HUB, is where students learn to design and create projects using desktop cutting, digital fabrication, textiles, electronics, and more. Try out one of several Maker activities to take home. Appropriate for all ages.
2:00pm - 3:00pm

President's Hour

Location: Palamountain Hall, Gannett Auditorium
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Join President Marc C. Conner for a lively discussion of College updates and his vision for the future.
2:30pm - 4:00pm

Theater Alumni "Back to School"

Location: Janet Kinghorn Bernard Theater
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Revisit some of your favorite theater activities & training with a fun-filled guided "challenge" through classic 窪蹋勛圖厙 Theater experiences. Past and current faculty will lead us in Vowel Trees, Sun Salutes, Tech Olympics, and more!
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tour of the McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center

Location: McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center, Lobby
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Explore 窪蹋勛圖厙s premier facility for health, fitness, and wellness. Get an inside look at its state-of-the-art tennis courts and amenities designed to support student health and athletic excellence.
3:15pm - 4:15pm

Class of 1995 Programming

Location: North Woods
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Experience the natural beauty of North Woods with a guided hike, lead by a North Woods steward.
3:15pm - 5:15pm

Navigating the College Search Process: A Guide for High School Students and Parents

Location: TBD
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As your high school sophomore or junior begins the journey of searching for the right college, understanding the application process is key. Through a Case Study exercise, well explore what colleges look for in applicants, the various components of a college application, and how to approach writing a compelling college essay. We hope you will gain a clear understanding of how colleges evaluate applicants beyond just grades and test scores, taking into account extracurricular activities, personal background, and other qualities that contribute to a student's overall profile and how they work together to tell a students story.
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Class of 1970 "Walk Down Memory Lane"

Location: Surrey-Williamson Inn
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Join Janet Sangenito Fagal 70 for a walking tour of the old campus. The tour will depart from the Surrey-Williamson Inn.
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Field Day Fun

Location: Upper South Park
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Challenge your friends or other class years to lawn games such as cornhole, Kan-Jam, and ladder golf.
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Gathering for Friends of Bill W.

Location: Ladd Hall, Room 207
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A supportive and confidential space for those in recovery or seeking fellowship. All are welcome to connect and share in this informal gathering.
4:00pm - 5:00pm

窪蹋勛圖厙 Department of Nursing Reception: Celebrating the Past and Future

Location: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Wolfson Gallery
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Join fellow graduates to celebrate the rich history of 窪蹋勛圖厙's nursing program. Open to all in the nursing profession.
4:00pm - 6:00pm

Tang Alumni Happy Hour

Location: Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery
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The Tang Museum invites past interns and Student Advisory Council members to the museum for a celebratory happy hour. Join us for a chance to reconnect with your fellow Tang students and Tang staff. Please note that this event is for students who worked at the Tang or were involved with the SAC.
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Theater Alumni Panel

Location: Janet Kinghorn Bernard Theater, Mainstage
4:00pm - 5:30pm

Tour of the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences

Location: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Glotzbach Atrium
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The Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Science (CIS) is a hub that fosters unique interdisciplinary connections between and among the sciences, arts, humanities and social sciences.
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Theater Alumni & Faculty Reception

Location: Janet Kinghorn Bernard Theater, Lobby
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Meet our new faculty members and hear about future plans for the JKB! Fruit Salad (aka Yucca) will be served.
5:30pm - 7:30pm

Class of 1975 50th Reunion Celebration Dinner

Location: Scribner Carriage House, 791 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Multi-Class Celebration Dinner

Location: Upper South Park, under the tent
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Enjoy a "Taste of Saratoga" themed dinner from 窪蹋勛圖厙's gold medal winning Dining Services team.
6:00pm - 8:30pm

Scribner Society Celebration Dinner

Location: Case Center, Porter Plaza & The Spa
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For graduates in post-50th reunion classes.
6:30pm - 8:30pm

Theater Alumni Dinner

Location: Surrey Williamson Inn, Stone Courtyard
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Honoring retired faculty members: Lary & Barbara Opitz, Gautam Dasgupta, Carolyn Anderson, Will Bond, Kate Kelly Bouchard, and Patty Pawliczak
8:30pm - 11:30pm

Live Music, Dancing, and Fireworks Display

Location: Upper South Park, under the tent
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Dance the night away with live band music and fireworks display at 9 p.m.

Sunday, June 1

TimeActivity
7:30am - 2:30pm

Breakfast

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor
7:30am - 8:45am

Class of 1975 Breakfast

Location: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor
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A farewell breakfast for the 50th Reunion class will be held upstairs.
8:00am - 9:00am

Morning Yoga

Location: McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center Lawn
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Relax, renew, and stretch! This session is open to all levels.
9:00am - 9:45am

Alumni Memorial Service

Location: Alumni Memorial Garden
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Pay tribute to members of the 窪蹋勛圖厙 community who have recently passed away.
10:00am - 12:00pm

Art Exhibition Pick Up

Location: Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Payne Presentation Room
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Exhibiting artists should stop by to retrieve their work.
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tour of the Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery

Location: Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Atrium
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Join Tang staff for a tour of a field of bloom and hum.