This schedule was last updated on Friday, May 28. It is still possible times and locations for a few events may change during Reunion Weekend. You will receive a printed version of the Reunion 2010 schedule, plus any addendums, when you check in when you arrive on campus. Friendly staff is available in the Campus Center to answer questions about the schedule.
$ indicates a fee is associated with an event and appears on the reunion registration form.
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Thursday 5–9 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.–9 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
All classes except 1960 check in at Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Room 207.
The Class of 1960 check in at their "class headquarters," Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Avenue (former President's House).
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5 p.m.
Residence Halls Open for Reunion Guests
6 p.m.
James Wallace Society Dinner
By invitation only for those who have included Macalester in their estate plans. Email Christine Solso at solso@macalester.edu for more information.
6 p.m.
Classes of 70-71-72 Womens’ Gathering $
Come to the Women's Gathering to interact with long time friends and women you have only just met. Listen, share your story, prepare to be inspired and renewed as we toast our continuing adventures in life! Over an elegant box dinner and wine, we'll listen to recent Macalester graduate Molly Brookfield ’09 recount her research on the evolution of feminism at our alma mater. After dinner, we'll self-organize into groups to consider the question "What's next in my life?" from the context of the paths we've taken since Macalester.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Harmon Room
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6 p.m.
Classes of 70-71-72 Mens’ Gathering
at the Muddy Pig, 162 North Dale Street, St. Paul 55102
8:30 p.m.
Class of 1960 Welcome Gathering
Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Avenue (former President’s House)
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Use the Leonard Center!
8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Lap swim: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 5-7 p.m.
Swim, work out in the fitness center, test the track.
WMCN webcasting live with alumni deejays
9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Alumni DJs take over Macalester's radio station for the weekend. Enjoy their programs via WMCN's webstream.
WMCN Reunion Weekend Program Schedule
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7:30-9:30 a.m.
All-Class Breakfast Buffet $
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Golden Scots Society Induction Ceremony
Honoring members of the Class of 1960 on the 50th anniversary of their graduation.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
11:30-1 p.m.
All-Class Lunch Buffet $
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Golden Scots Society Luncheon $
For all who have celebrated their 50-year reunion plus special recognition for those observing their 55-, 60-, 65-, 70- and 75- year reunions. Included in overall registration fee for Class of 1960.
Leonard Center, Alumni Gym
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1-10 p.m.
Art Gallery Open
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Art Gallery
1:30-5 p.m.
Back to Class Faculty Lectures
Open to all! Come and hear a few more words from your favorite professors and meet some of the next generation of favorites. Catch Laurie Hamre's talk for a briefing on what students are like today and Kathy Murray's talk about plans for the Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center. In Weyerhaeuser Board Room and the John B. Davis Lecture Hall in the campus center. Details about topics and times for each lecture coming soon.
1:30-2:20 p.m.
Devavani Chatterjea - Biology
"The Origins of Blood: Stem Cells, Red Cells, White Cells, Renegades"
Erik Davis – Religious Studies
"Personal Reflections on Field Work in Cambodia"2:25-3:05 p.m.
Michael Zis – Political Science - More
"The Politics of Health Care Reform, Going Forward"
Laurie Hamre – Vice President of Student Affairs
"What About Those Mac Students?"3:20-4 p.m.
Karine Moe - Economics
"Women, Motherhood and Work "
Stan Sears - Art
"Into the Woods"4:15-5 p.m.
Bill Moseley - Geography
"The Causes and Consequences of the 2008 Global Food Crisis: Lessons from West Africa"
Kathy Murray - Provost
"Countdown to the Janet Wallace Renovation"
1:45–2:45 p.m.
Classes of 1955, 1950 & 1945 Trolley Tour
Travel back in time with a narrated tour of Macalester, Summit, Grand, and Selby Avenues.
Meet at the Leonard Center, south entrance
2 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the Leonard Center’s west door
2:30 p.m.
Walking Tour of Macalester’s Campus
Meet at the Bell Tower
Discover what's new on campus. Ends at Markim Hall.
2:45–5 p.m.
Tour of Summit Brewery with Phil Platt '71
Space is limited to the first 50, bus will leave from Weyerhaeuser Hall at 2:45 p.m., return to Mac at 5 p.m. For classes of 1970, '71, & '72 only. Members of these classes celebrating with the Ambassadors for Friendship are welcome.
3 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the Leonard Center’s west door
3 p.m.
Macalester Alumni of Moderation Discussion
Alumni, faculty, and students are invited to join the Mac Mods for a discussion about diversity and objectivity and what it should mean within the curriculum and the classroom. All are welcome.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
3:15–4:15 p.m.
Class of 1960 Trolley Tour
Travel back in time with a narrated tour of Macalester, Summit, Grand, and Selby avenues.
Board in front of Weyerhaeuser Hall, street-side.
4–6 p.m.
High Tea for Classes of 1955, 1950, 1945 and earlier $
Leonard Center, Hall of Fame Room
4-6 p.m.
Ultimate Frisbee
Join alumni and guests for a game of Ultimate Frisbee to kick off the weekend.
Shaw Field
4 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the Leonard Center’s west door
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5:30 p.m.
Class of 1960 Social and Casual Dinner
Location posted at Alumni House and Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby
6-8 p.m.
Alumni of Color Reception
DeWitt Wallace Library, Marvin Plaza
Rain - Old Main, 4th Floor
6 p.m.
Gallery Opening
Reunion weekend exhibit of recent work by alumnae artists Elaine Cole Dillingham '72, Cherie Doyle Riesenberg '72, Diane Allison '70, Patricia Olson '73, Mary Griep, '73, and Lynn Maderich '70 opens. All welcome.
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Art Gallery
6:30 p.m.
Class of 1965 Friday Gathering
Reunite with classmates at an evening reception and a discussion based on our class survey, “To Be Continued: The Stories We're
Writing Now,” led by Sonya Anderson '65. As we continue to learn from each other, we will enjoy a fantastic dessert and menu including
turkey club and Italian wraps, a
vegetable tray,
a shrimp platter,
cheeses, salami and crackers,
chips and dips,
and cream puffs. Best of all, a chocolate fountain for dessert! The Class of 1965 is receiving this treat from the college because its Reunion Committee was the first one to reach 100 percent participation in its reunion class gift. The chocolate fountain will include strawberries, pineapple, orange slices, pound cake and pretzels for dipping. Cash bar.
Weyerhaeuser Board Room
7 p.m.
Class of 2000 Friday Gathering
Reunite with classmates while enjoying the bluegrass stylings of the Sans Souci Quartet. In addition to the standard beverages available at the cash bar, attendees will be able to sample select beer from Rush River Brewing Company and wine from Alexis Bailley Vineyard ($1 per sample). Reconnect with old friends and meet some new ones!
Location posted in Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Cafe Mac
7 p.m.
Class of 1985 Friday Gathering
Reunite with classmates at an evening reception, with hors d'oeuvre, cash bar, and fabulous company.
Leonard Center Portico
Rain - Leonard Center, Scottie's
7 p.m.
Classes of 1970, '71 & '72 Friday Gathering
Where else will you find such interesting, cool people? An informal, casual gathering with a soundtrack from the '60s and '70s, plus a cash bar. Drop by for an hour or more, connect with friends, talk to that one person you always wanted to talk to... it's okay now, you're mature adults.
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Theater
7 p.m.
Ambassadors for Friendship Welcome Reception
Come, reconnect with fellow Ambassadors. Find your carmates!
DeWitt Wallace Library, Harmon Room
7:30-10:00 p.m.
Classes of 1995, '96 & '97 Friday Gathering
Re-connect while jamming to music from the era, followed by live music from various talented classmates beginning around 9 p.m. on the Mary Gwen Owen Stage. Cash Bar and light snacks provided. Pizza will be sold for $1 a slice.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
8 p.m.
Class of 2005 Friday Gathering
Reunite with classmates at an evening reception, with light snacks, cash bar, and good company.
Kagin Commons, Alexander G. Hill Ballroom
9 p.m.
Class of 1960 Informal Gathering
Come to the Alumni House to continue the conversation with classmates.
Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House
11:30 p.m.-1 a.m.
Midnight breakfast for Class of 2005 $
Although it's not finals week, join classmates in Cafe Mac for a midnight breakfast featuring cheesy eggs, sausage, country fried potatoes, waffles with whipped butter and maple syrup, and assorted pastries!
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Cafe Mac
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Use the Leonard Center!
8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Pool hours: 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Swim, work out in the fitness center, test the track
Tours of the IGC, Leonard Center, Macalester's green campus
Art Gallery – Macalester alumnae artists from the early '70s
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7:30 a.m.
Alumni Fun Run/Walk to the River
Refreshments provided. Group will be back in time for Breakfast with Brian. Open to all. Sponsored by the M Club
Leonard Center, west entrance
8:30–10 a.m.
Breakfast with Brian – A Celebration!
The event you don't want to miss. An all-class celebration of Macalester alumni with President Brian Rosenberg. There will be music, awards, and plenty of coffee at this celebration recognizing Mac alumni across the generations. Program begins at 9 a.m. Free!
Leonard Center, Alumni Gym
This year's alumni award winners:
Distinguished Citizen Citations: Judith Pearcy Christianson '60, David Bloom '65, David Hodge '70, Scott McCallum '72, Sarah Craven '85
Alumni Service Award: Ray Runyan '72
Catharine Lealtad Award: B. Todd Jones '79
Young Alumnus of the Year: Nicole Palasz '96
Charles Turck Global Citizenship Award: Steven Laible '67
10:15 a.m.
Pipe Band Performs on Shaw Field
10:45 a.m.
“Being Green at Macalester”
Learn about Mac's sustainability initiatives by taking a walking tour of the EcoHouse, green roofs, and other features of campus. Tour ends at the LEED Platinum certified Markim Hall. Led by Suzanne Savanick Hansen, sustainability manager.
Begins in Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 250
10:45 a.m.
Ambassadors for Friendship Oral History
A discussion and presentation by Macalester archivist Ellen Holt-Werle '97.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Harmon Room
10:45-11:30 a.m.
The lives of women 1960 -2010: When everything changed. Or, did it?
Join an all-class discussion, facilitated by Professor Adrienne Christiansen, about the changes in women's lives over the past 50 years and the meaning of feminism for the youngest generation of Macalester alumnae.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
11 a.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the Leonard Center’s west door
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Photo Tent Open on the Great Lawn
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11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Zero-Waste All-Class Picnic $
Gather for an old-fashioned barbecue with live music and festive entertainment for the whole family including face painting, caricatures, and music. Be sure to recycle and compost properly. Instructions on tables and at compostable bins.
Tent on the Great Lawn
1–4:30 p.m.
Class of 2000 Service Project
Join classmates from the Class of 2000 to volunteer at the Tour de Cure, a fundraising cycling event held nationwide in 43 states to help support the mission of the American Diabetes Association: To prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Participants will primarily be helping with event clean-up responsibilities at the ride's start/finish at Minnehaha Falls.
Meet at the flagpole at 12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the Leonard Center’s west door
1:30-2:30 p.m.
All-Class Book Discussion with President Brian Rosenberg
Discuss this year’s Reunion all-class reading, The Road by Cormac McCarthy.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
2-3:30 p.m.
Pick-up soccer game with Mac Women's Soccer alumnae
Come to play, or cheer the teams on! Open to all!
meet on Baseball Field
2 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the Leonard Center’s west door
2-5 p.m.
Ice Cream Cart provided by the Annual Fund
2:30-4:30 p.m.
Class of 2005 Outdoor Extravaganza
Join classmates for some fun outdoors with lawn games while catching up with old friends.
Kirk Hall courtyard
3 p.m.
Performance of MIRIAM: a prophetess who found herself on the wrong side of God
A one-woman, one-puppet, one-act play about Moses's sister written and performed by Diane Allison '70.
Given four stars by Time Out New York and described as "surprisingly moving and enlightening" as well as "an example of first-rate storytelling" by Shoshana Greenburg writing for Off-off-online.
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Blackbox Theater
3 p.m.
"Risky Business: A Conversation with Classmates Who've Changed Careers, Opened a New Business or in Some Way Taken a Chance"
Ethan Roberts '96 leads an informal discussion about motivations and strategies for changing career directions with a panel of alumni from the classes of 1995, '96 & '97. Find inspiration in making your own career choices and network with others who are considering doing the same.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 425
3 p.m.
"This is not Florida: Observations on Minnesota’s 2008 Senate Contest"
Hear an inside perspective on the 2008 recount in this talk by Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson ’65.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
3-4 p.m.
“What Happens After Loss?”
Patricia Walling Berquist '60 moderates a discussion for the Class of 1960 about who we become after experiencing loss.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Harmon Room
3 p.m.
Pick-up Kickball and Other Fun Games
There may even be a water balloon competition! Sponsored by M Club. Open to all!
Kagin Commons lawn
3-4:30 p.m.
Ambassadors for Friendship-Would it Work Today?
Expore whether an Ambassadors for Friendship program would tork today. Who would be interested? How would the program differ from the original? What challenges would the program face today?
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 111
3 p.m.
Friends of Bill and Bob
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 303
3 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at the west entrance.
3:15 p.m.
Walking Tour of Macalester’s Campus
Led by a Macalester Student
Meet at the Bell Tower
4 p.m.
Leonard Center Tour
Meet at west entrance.
4:15-5 p.m.
Pipe Band Performs on the Great Lawn
4:30-6 p.m.
Women's Soccer Alumnae Social
All women who played on Mac's soccer team are welcome.
Leonard Center Portico
Rain - Scottie's
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5-7 p.m.
Photo Tent Open
Tent on the Great Lawn
5:30-7 p.m.
All-Class Social
The Kronick Quintet featuring John Curley '69 will perform. Enjoy talking with other classes while you wait to be piped to dinner.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Bateman Plaza
Rain – Tent on the Great Lawn
6:30 p.m.
Class of 1945 and Earlier Dinner $
Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
6:45 p.m.
Class of 1950 Dinner $
Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
6:45 p.m.
Class of 1955 Dinner $
Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Class of 2005 Dinner $
Join your classmates for dinner and a special program hosted by Jerry Darko '05. Live music performances by Angie Oase '05 and Nick Grondin '05. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Class of 2000 Dinner $
Join your classmates and Women's Soccer alumnae from neighboring class years for dinner and a special program including a presentation of "Disappointing your parents at age 32 — a retrospective" by Matt Dawson '00, co-founder of No Refunds Theater Co. Dawson won the Shinobi Award for "Most Ninjas in a Stage Play" in both 2002 and 2007 and has been repeatedly honored by Wells Fargo for achievements in outstanding debt. He will stage excerpts from scripts he may or may not have written while attending Macalester, and for which he can in no way be held legally responsible. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Classes of 1995, '96 & '97 Dinner $
Join your classmates a festive evening with great conversation. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Class of 1985 Dinner $
Join your classmates for the most popular event of the weekend. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Classes of 1970, '71 & '72 Dinner and Special Show by Foxglove $
This is the big event! Surprising and poignant Macalester stories which will make you laugh so hard your face will hurt, music you know by Foxglove and Katz and other Mac musicians, food, drink, interesting people.....what more do you want?
Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Class of 1965 Dinner $
Join your classmates for the most popular event of the weekend. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Class of 1960 Dinner
Join your classmates for the most popular event of the weekend. Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
7 p.m.
Ambassador for Friendship Celebration Dinner $
Reservations required. Location posted in the Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center lobby.
9-10 p.m.
Scots Pride Reception
Relax and enjoy stimulating conversations with Macalester LGBT alumni who have returned to campus from all over the globe.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Student Lounge (Lower Level)
9-11 p.m.
Photo Tent Open
Tent on the Great Lawn
9 p.m.-Midnight
Martinis and More
After dinner join friends for beverages.
Tent on the Great Lawn
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8 a.m.-noon
Dorm checkout
8:30-10:30 a.m.
All-Class Hot Breakfast Buffet $
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center - North End
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Alumni Board Planning Committee Meeting
For Alumni Board members only.
Markim Hall, Davis Court
9-11:30 a.m.
Brunch for the classes of 1970, '71 & '72 $
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center - South End
10:30 a.m.
Prayer Service
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Noon-5 p.m.
Grand Old Day on Grand Avenue
