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Class of 1971 – 45th Cluster Reunion June 16-19, 2016

Class Tent: Alumni Gym Lawn West ($) Separate charge not included in class reunion fee Green denotes College-sponsored activities Blue denotes clustered events with ’70s and ’72s

TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14 AND 15

Mt. Moosilauke Ravine Lodge Overnight Stay ($) This optional event includes hiking, meals, and overnight lodging. Registration required: (603) 764-5858

Wednesday, June 15 6-9 p.m. Reunion and Executive Committee Gathering: Etna home of Kathy Rines ‘71a and Ben Shore. Early reunion arrivals are also invited to join the class reunion and Executive Committee for beverages and heavy appetizers. Please confirm attendance to [email protected] by June 9, 2016.

THURSDAY, JUNE 16 REGISTRATION OPEN FROM 1–9 P.M. IN CLASS TENT

7-8 a.m. Get the Engines Running! Meet at the Hanover Inn Lobby Easy 2-3 mile run through Pine Park, led by Peter Pratt ’71.

12:15–5:30 p.m. Golf Outing ($) 12:30 p.m. shotgun start. To reserve your first-come, first-served spot, please confirm participation with Barry Brink at [email protected]. Per person fee is $65 including cart. We ask that you make direct payment to Hanover Country Club prior to your match.

2:30–5 p.m. Open Tennis Topliff Tennis Courts, Alumni Gym

2:30-4:00 p.m. Mink Brook Trail Hike Meet at the Hanover Inn Led by Tom Oxman ’71.

4:30-5:30 p.m. Pilates Alumni Gym, Studio TBC Led by Lisa Lider.

5:30-6:30 p.m. Oxman Gardens Tour Meet at 1971 class tent Tour the magnificent Oxman gardens, led by Judy Oxman. Champagne and Strawberries will be served following the tour.

6 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Welcome Casual Buffet Dinner Class tent

9 p.m.- midnight 45th Cluster Socializing Class tents

FRIDAY, JUNE 17 REGISTRATION OPEN FROM 9A.M.–5 P.M. IN CLASS TENT

7–10 a.m. 45th Cluster Breakfast The Class of 1953 Commons

7:30–9 a.m. Class Strategy Session and Class Meeting Hayward Ballroom, Hanover Inn Open to all classmates and significant others to discuss current class programs and lay plans for the next five years. Breakfast will be provided.

7:45 a.m.–noon Golf Outing ($) Hanover Country Club Shotgun start.

9–10 a.m. ’72s Present: Panel Featuring John Collier ’72 Location TBD John Collier ’72 Th’75 Th’77, the Myron Tribus Professor of Engineering Innovation at Thayer, will discuss his widely heralded educational methods, which were featured in Alumni Magazine in 2010, as well as his extensive research on joint- replacement technology.

9–10 a.m. Dartmouth Underground: Steam Tunnel and Power Plant Tour Meet at north side of heating plant, facing Hall Led by William Riehl, chief operating engineer. Limited to 35. Please wear appropriate footwear for climbing down a ladder and up stairs.

9–10 a.m. Tour of the New Memorial Field Stands and War Memorials Meet at the Memorial Field gates on Crosby Street Led by Richard Whitmore, senior associate athletics director for facilities, and Robert Ceplikas ’78, deputy director of athletics and recreation. Limited to 100.

10-11 a.m. 1930s Campus Mural Tour Meet at the west end of the Orozco Room, lower level, Baker Library This tour begins at José Clemente Orozco’s mural The Epic of American Civilization (1932-34) and ends at the Hovey Mural, created by Walter Beach Humphrey (1938-39). The tour will put these murals in the context of the American mural movement of the 1930s and discuss their unique histories in relation to Dartmouth. Limited to 30. Registration required. Email [email protected].

11 a.m.-noon 1930s Campus Mural Tour Meet at the west end of the Orozco Room, lower level, Baker Library This tour begins at José Clemente Orozco’s mural The Epic of American Civilization (1932-34) and ends at the Hovey Mural, created by Walter Beach Humphrey (1938-39). The tour will put these murals in the context of the American mural movement of the 1930s and discuss their unique histories in relation to Dartmouth. Limited to 30. Registration required. Email [email protected].

10:30–11:45 a.m. Playing Smarter at Dartmouth: The Story Behind the Mobile Virtual Player Moore Theatre, Hopkins Center for the Arts Head football coach Teevens ’79 and Mobile Virtual Player CEO John Currier ’79 will discuss the future of the innovative tackling dummy recently featured on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Learn how Dartmouth coaches, faculty, engineering students, and alumni came together to create a new model for safe football practice that has gained national attention.

Noon–2 p.m. Luncheon Rocky Courtyard (rain: Leverone)

1–3 p.m. Baker Bell Tower Open House Meet at the Baker Library Information Desk. Self-guided visit. 150 free tickets will be distributed beginning at 1 p.m. in numbered groups of 10. Groups will take the tour in order of their group number from 1–3 p.m. Each tour will take approximately 10 minutes to ascend, take in the beautiful views, and descend. This is a hands free experience – each person must be able to navigate many steep steps and a ladder on his/her own.

1:30–3 p.m. ’70s Present: Dartmouth and the ’68 New Hampshire Primary Loew Auditorium, Black Family Visual Arts Center Our panelists will provide both personal experiences and expert commentary and analysis on the ’68 presidential primary. Hear from people who participated in the McCarthy campaign; understand the political impact of the Vietnam era through video and imagery; and discover how the ’68 primary still impacts presidential politics to this day. Audience participation is encouraged. Panelists include ’70 classmates Terry Shumaker, Dave Musselli, and Gary Brooks; Russell Muirhead, the Robert Clements Professor of Democracy and Politics and Professor of Government; and Dante Scala, assistant professor of political science at the University of New Hampshire.

2–3:30 p.m. ’71 Creativity Panel: The Road Less Travelled Moore Theater, Hopkins Center for the Arts Bill Phillips ’71, visiting Associate Professor of film and media studies and screenwriter/filmmaker, will lead a panel discussion with Bill Aydelot ’72, director, cinematographer, filmmaker; Elaine Bromka, NY Actress (film, TV, Broadway, Off- Broadway, regional work) guest artist; Carol Dudley, London-based casting director; Jon Fauer, director/cinematographer, editor/publisher of Film and Digital Times; David Graves, CEO/Trailside Studios, previously head of media at Yahoo!, Global President of Reuters media, veteran of radio, TV, and TV production at Westinghouse; Dennis O’Neil, journalist, author, screenwriter/producer.

2–3:30 p.m. ’72s Present: Pioneers — Dartmouth’s First 133 Black Students Location TBD When Edward Mitchell began classes at Dartmouth in 1824, he was the first student of African descent in the Ivy League, by nearly 50 years. Dartmouth’s acceptance of African American students continued before and after the Civil War, and by the mid-20th century, 133 black men had attended Dartmouth, the second most of all colleges. This rich, international history has largely been unexplored, until now. Forrester “Woody” Lee ’68 will discuss the early history of Dartmouth's black students. Lee, a professor of medicine at Yale, has been painstakingly researching the topic for the past two years.

2–3 p.m. Architectural Walking Tour of Campus Meet in front of Dartmouth Hall (rain: Room 105, Dartmouth Hall) Tour begins promptly at 2 p.m. Led by Marlene Heck, senior lecturer in art history and history

2–3:30 p.m. Bartlett Tower Open Hours Bartlett Tower Climb the 86 steps to the top of the 71-foot-tall stone structure built in the 1800s.

3–5 p.m. Academic Open Houses Various locations–see back of program for additional information. Get an update on Dartmouth academic life today.

3:30–5 p.m. The Photography of James Nachtwey ’70: Rage and Compassion Loew Auditorium-Black Visual Arts Center Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist James Nachtwey ’70 will comment on his photographs of the major conflicts of our time. Nachtwey, a contract photographer for Time Magazine since 1984, has been published in National Geographic, Stern, Paris Match, New York Times Magazine, The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, Harper’s, Geo, and Life Magazine. He has received numerous awards and honors and his work hangs in some of the world's most prestigious permanent collections.

3:30–4:30 p.m. Underground Astronauts: The Search for Early Human Fossils in South Africa Room 105, Dartmouth Hall In November 2013, six scientists descended through the twisting passages of Cave in South Africa and excavated more than 1,500 fossils from a previously unknown human ancestor. This unprecedented collection of ancient human bones—the largest ever discovered on the continent of Africa—represents at least 15 individuals from a new species of early human named Homo naledi. Associate Professor of Anthropology Jeremy DeSilva has been working on these fossils and will present what and how we know about these early humans.

4–5 p.m. A Toast to Reunion Volunteer Service Top of the Hop, Hopkins Center Please join President Phil Hanlon ’77 for a celebration of all reunion volunteers at a special champagne reception. By invitation only.

5–6 p.m. Reception to Honor the Memory of Professor Rassias and Presentation of Newly Created Class of 1971 Endowed Scholarship Fund. Dartmouth 105, Dartmouth Hall

5–6 p.m. Professional School Receptions

Geisel School of Medicine Birch Room, Hanover Inn Wine and hors d’oeuvres with students. RSVP by June 3 to Annette Rine at [email protected] or (603) 653-0726. There is no cost to participate, but registration is requested.

Thayer School of Engineering GlycoFi Atrium, MacLean Engineering Sciences Center, Thayer School of Engineering RSVP by May 30 to Wesley Whitaker at [email protected] or (603) 646-8904. There is no cost to participate, but registration is requested.

Tuck School of Business Buchanan Volanakis Faculty Seminar Room, RSVP by June 3 to Rachel Wilson at [email protected] or (603) 646-6477. There is no cost to participate, but registration is requested.

6–7 p.m. Reception McNutt Lawn (rain: Leverone)

7–9 p.m. Dinner McNutt Lawn (rain: Leverone)

9 p.m.–midnight 45th Cluster Socializing Alumni Gym Lawn Live musical entertainment featuring the return of “Tracks,” aka “Night Watchmen,” aka “Ham Sandwich” and energetic local band “Last Kid Picked.” 45th cluster tents will be open to all cluster classes.

9:30–11:30 p.m. Classes of 1970, 1971, 1972, 1986, 1991, 2000, 2001, 2002 Singles Gathering ($) PINE Bar, Hanover Inn

On Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18, bus transportation will be available from 10 p.m. – 1 a.m. from the Hopkins Center to Lebanon hotels (Residence Inn, Marriott, and Element Hotel), White River Junction, VT hotels, and the Norwich Inn. The bus will loop and should be available approximately every 30 minutes beginning at 10 p.m.

SATURDAY, JUNE 18 REGISTRATION OPEN FROM 8 A.M. – NOON IN CLASS TENT

7–10 a.m. 45th Cluster Breakfast The Class of 1953 Commons

7–8 a.m. Get the Engines Running! Meet at the Hanover Inn Lobby Easy 2-3 mile run through Pine Park, led by Peter Pratt.

9–10 a.m. ’71 Memorial Service Rollins Chapel Reflections, thoughts, and music honoring the classmates we have lost. Led by David Edson.

9–10 a.m. DGALA Annual Reunion Breakfast Hinman Forum, Rockefeller Center Join Dartmouth’s Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Alumni Association for breakfast before heading over to President Hanlon’s Reunion Address.

9–10 a.m. Dartmouth Underground: Steam Tunnel and Power Plant Tour Meet at north side of heating plant, facing New Hampshire Hall Led by William Riehl, chief operating engineer. Limited to 35. Please wear appropriate footwear for climbing down a ladder and up stairs.

10:15–11:45 a.m. Presidential Reunion Salute Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center President Philip J. Hanlon ’77 hosts an engaging and memorable reunion program featuring updates from the College, class recognition, and special guests.

Noon–1:30 p.m. ’71 and ’72 Lunch Baker Library Lawn (rain: Leverone)

1:30–3 p.m. ’71 Panel Discussion: Innovation and Entrepreneurship: A Dartmouth Perspective Room 105, Dartmouth Hall Ron Adner, Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Tuck School of Business, will lead a panel discussion with Jamie Coughlin (DEN), Ron Harris ’71 (Bloomberg News), Dan Cooperman ’72 (Apple and Oracle) and Deborah W. Farrington (StarVest Partners).

1:45–3:15 p.m. ’70 Panel Discussion: Life After Dartmouth Loew Auditorium, Black Family Visual Arts Center Wallace Ford ’70 will interview several classmates about the paths they took after graduation.

1:30–2:30 p.m. Walking Tour of Public Art on Campus Meet at Maffei Plaza, Black Family Visual Arts Center

1:30–3 p.m. Alumni Row Boathouse on the

1:30–3:00 p.m. Bartlett Tower Open Hours Bartlett Tower Climb the 86 steps to the top of the 71-foot-tall stone structure built in the 1800s.

2–3 p.m. Dartmouth Athletics Reception Tent at the corner of Wheelock and South Park streets (next to the Berry Sports Center) Director of Athletics and Recreation Harry Sheehy ’55a cordially invites all alumni and their guests to an informal reception. Come mingle with varsity and club coaches and get an update on the state of Dartmouth athletics. Refreshments will be served.

2–3 p.m. DGALA Faculty Lecture Haldeman 041

2–4:30 p.m. Baker Bell Tower Open Hours Meet at the Baker Library Information Desk. Self-guided visit.150 free tickets will be distributed beginning at 2 p.m. in numbered groups of 10. Groups will take the tour in order of their group number from 2–4:30 p.m. Each tour will take approximately 10 minutes to ascend, take in the beautiful views, and descend. This is a hands free experience–each person must be able to navigate many steep steps and a ladder on his/her own.

2:30 – 3:30 p.m. ’72s Present: Now…For My Next Act Filene Auditorium, Moore Hall Many alumni who are retired or semi-retired are finding the time to pursue their passions. Hear from alumni whose interests have led them to fun, challenging, and meaningful activities that are enhancing their lives. Learn if there’s a new activity or second career that might interest you!

3:30 – 5:00 p.m. The First Dartmouth Women Look Back Dartmouth Hall, Room 105 Collectively the women exchange students took part in a momentous experiment in the history of American co-education. The women at Dartmouth would like to take advantage of our coming together at the Cluster Reunion to reflect on our experiences. Four exchange alumnae, one from each of the 4 years of the program, who will take a few minutes to address the following questions: • Why did you decide to come to Dartmouth? • What were your expectations and how did they match your experience at Dartmouth? • What is your best memory / most challenging experience while at Dartmouth? • How did your exchange year(s) impact your subsequent academic, professional and/or personal life?

3:30–4:30 p.m. On the Green! A Dartmouth Alumni Celebration Dartmouth Green Bring your kids, meet your friends, and gather on the Green with alumni from all classes for an afternoon of fun. Let us treat you to a free ice cream social, live music, and a chance to relax and soak up the sun.

5–6 p.m. 1769 and Bartlett Tower Societies Reception Grand Ballroom, Hanover Inn By invitation only.

6:30 p.m. Class Photo DOC House (rain: Leverone)

6–9 p.m. Reception and Dinner DOC House (rain: Leverone)

9:30–10:30 p.m. On the Green! A Dartmouth Alumni Celebration Dartmouth Green Join family, classmates, and friends under the night sky for a culminating celebration with the Dartmouth Idol All-Stars and some spectacular pyrotechnics. Kettle corn and glow sticks for everyone.

10:30 p.m.–midnight 45th Cluster Socializing Class tents

On Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18, bus transportation will be available from 10 p.m.–1 a.m. from the Hopkins Center to Lebanon hotels (Residence Inn, Marriott, Days Inn, and Element Hotel) and the Norwich Inn and White River Junction hotels. The bus will loop and should be available approximately every 30 minutes beginning at 10 p.m. Additionally, there will be a shuttle service back to campus which will be offered from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. on Saturday June 18th and Sunday June, 19th.

SUNDAY, JUNE 19

8:30–10:30 a.m. Farewell Festivities and Brunch Floren Varsity House

8:30–9:15 a.m.: The Meaning of Dartmouth Football in Our Lives – 1970 to Now. Panelists include Kirsten & Coach Buddy Teevens ’79, “1970 Team Co-Captain” Murry Bowden ’71 and Jack DeGange ‘71a. 9:15–9:30 a.m.: Tour of Floren Varsity House 9:15–10:30 a.m.: Farewell Brunch

Noon Residence Hall Checkout

Noon – 3:00 p.m. Andy Harvard will lead a field trip to view the DOC-renovated Harris Cabin, his showpiece from his recent position at Dartmouth. Be advised that it could take several hours after the brunch on Sunday. We will carpool and leave from the Class of “71 tent”. Please contact Tom Loucks ([email protected]) if you want to participate and if you will have a car with space for others.