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Alumni & Friends
Reunion 2010 May 21-23

Check Back in Late February for an Updated REUNION 2010 Weekend Schedule. 
Please refer to the 2009 schedule for your planning purposes.

REUNION 2009 - ALUMNI WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Friday, May 15 2009

Registration • 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Goddard Library, Academic Commons
Pick up the latest reunion information, tickets, schedules, maps
and special Reunion 2009 bag. Be sure to stop by with any
questions or feedback.

Legacy Society Luncheon • 11:30 a.m.*
Higgins University Center, Tilton Hall
This event honors members of the Clark University Legacy Society,
which recognizes those who have provided for Clark in their
estate plans. Legacy Society members will receive a separate
invitation to this event.
*(Legacy Society members will receive a separate invitation to this event.)

Slide Presentation and Campus Tour • 2:30 p.m.
Sackler Sciences Center, Room 105
Jack Foley, vice president for Government & Community Affairs
and Campus Services, will discuss the University Park Partnership
and give a van tour of campus and the Main South neighborhood.
Tour will depart from Sackler Science Center after the slideshow.
This is a big hit every Reunion, so be sure to register early!

Tour of Academic Commons • 3-4 p.m.
Goddard Library, Academic Commons
Enjoy a tour of Clark’s newest gem, the Academic Commons at
Goddard Library, led by Paul Bottis, director of Physical Plant.

Admissions Open House • 3-4 p.m.
Admission House, 3 Maywood St.
Join Judy Earls for refreshments and conversation regarding the
Alumni and Parent Admissions Program (APAP). Meet current
volunteers and admissions counselors, and discover how you
can help shape the future of the University as an adjunct member
of the Admissions staff.

Departmental Open Houses • 4-5 p.m.
Find out what’s new in your department. Join faculty members
for an informal gathering and get the latest update from your
Clark faculty.

Learn Through Inquiry: How to Network
and Find a Job in Today’s Economy • 4-5 p.m.

Jonas Clark Hall, Room 001
David McDonough, director of Career Services, leads an alumni
panel, discussing successful networking and job-search
techniques in today’s economy.

Camp Clark • 5-10:30 p.m.
Goddard library, Academic Commons
Need a babysitter? Let Camp Clark take care of your children,
while you attend evening events. Children ages 4 and up.

Passport to Clark • 7 p.m.
Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver St.
Experience Clark's diverse cultures at this international food
extravaganza, which melds the flavors of different local restaurants
and reflects cultures from campus. Be sure to get your Clark
passport stamped at each country and enjoy cultural entertainment
from carious Clark student-group performances.  The weekend's
awards will be presented at this event. Beer, wine, soda and water
are included with your meal.  Mixed drinks by cash bar.

Jonas Clark Fellows Reception • 5-6:30 p.m.
Harrington House, 130 Woodland St.
Jonas Clark Fellows are invited to join President and Mrs. Bassett
for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Jonas Clark Fellows will receive a
separate invitation to this event.

Reunion Welcome Cocktail Party • 6-7 p.m.
Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver St., Landry Lounge
The kickoff to Reunion Weekend at Clark! Meet classmates and
friends and toast to a great Reunion Weekend.

Passport to Clark and Presentation of Distinguished
Alumni Awards • 7 p.m.

Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver St.
Experience Clark’s diverse cultures at this international food
extravaganza, which melds the flavors of different local restaurants
and reflects cultures from campus. Be sure to get your Clark
passport stamped at each country as you enjoy tasting the
flavors of the world. Join alumni in celebrating the Alumni
Association’s award recipients.

Clark Bingo • 9 p.m.
Higgins University Center, Tilton Hall
Try your luck at this popular campus pastime. Prizes will be
awarded throughout the evening.

Class of 1999 Relives Scarlet O’Hara’s • 9 p.m.
Higgins University Center, Grind Central (formerly the Pub),
basement level

The Scarlet on Main Street may be closed, but the Class of
1999 is recreating this fun favorite right here at Clark! This event
is for the members of the Class of 1999 only.

Class of 2004 Pub Night • 10 p.m.
The Blarney Stone, 79 Maywood St
Relive your infamous college nights with a trip to the Blarney Stone.
Classmates will meet for an informal gathering at this local favorite.

Saturday, May 16, 2009


Registration • 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Goddard Library, Academic Commons
Pick up the latest reunion information, tickets, schedules, maps and
special Reunion 2009 bag. Be sure to stop by with any questions or feedback.

Continental Breakfast • 8-10 a.m.
Higgins University Center, Grace Conference Room
Serving breakfast burritos, home-fried potatoes, fresh fruit, assorted
muffins and bagels.

Class of 1959 Slide Presentation and Campus Tour • 9 a.m.
Sackler Sciences Center, Room 105
Jack Foley, vice president for Government and Community Affairs
and Campus Services, will discuss the University Park Partnership
and give a van tour of campus and the Main South neighborhood.
Tour will depart from the Sackler Sciences Center after the slideshow.
This event is for members of the Class of 1959 only.

Camp Clark • 9 a.m.-midnight
Goddard Library, Academic Commons
Bring your children to reunion. Clark will offer all-day care for your
children ages 4 and up.

Men’s Alumni Soccer Game • 10 a.m.
Granger Field, 75 Beaver St.
Join your fellow soccer alumni for a morning soccer game and stay
for the Spree Day Picnic. Celebrate the 25th anniversary of 1983’s
undefeated Men’s soccer season.

Learn through Inquiry: Help Your Child Find the Right College • 10 a.m.
Jonas Clark Hall, Room 001
Our Admissions staff will talk about how to find a college that
is the right fit for your child and answer your questions about
the college-admission process.

Learn Through Inquiry: American Orientalism: The United States
and the Middle East since 1945 with history professor and
former Dean of the College, Doug Little • 10 a.m.

Jonas Clark Hall, Room 106
History Professor Doug Little will talk about the release of the third
edition of his book, “American Orientalism: The United States and
the Middle East since 1945” which includes additions regarding
the war in Iraq.

Craft Center Open House 10 -11:15 a.m.
Higgins University Center, basement level
Explore your creative side with your family through drawing,
painting, and more.

Alumni Association Meeting with
President Bassett • 10:30 -11:15 a.m.

Higgins University Center, Grace Conference Room
Find out what’s new at Clark from President John Bassett and
Aixa Kidd, director of Alumni Affairs. Learn how you can get involved
as an alumni volunteer and meet the Alumni Association Executive Board.

All-Class Parade • 11:30 a.m.
Admissions parking lot, 3 Maywood St.
Celebrate your class pride and meet up with classmates and friends
prior to the Spree Day Picnic. Enjoy a champagne toast and join in
the parade, leaving the Admissions parking lot and ending at the
Dolan Field House for the Spree Day Picnic. Don’t forget to wear
your class tee-shirt or Clark gear for this signature event.

Spree Day Picnic and Family Fun • Noon-2 p.m.
Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver St.
Join alumni, faculty, members of the Class of 2009, friends and family
for lunch and entertainment—Spree Day style. Free face painting,
balloons and bounce-house kick off the Spree Day Picnic. Bring your
family and enjoy snow cones, popcorn and more!

Learn through Inquiry: Family Fun with Science • 2-3 p.m.
Sackler Sciences Center
Chemist Mark Turnbull, chair of the Carlson School of Chemistry
and Biochemistry, will discuss buoyancy in a number of contexts.
Groups will have the opportunity to make a Cartesian Diver.

Spree Day Family Picnic • Noon-2 p.m.
Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver Street
Join alumni, faculty, members of the Class of 2008, friends and
family for food and entertainment –Spree Day style.

Clark Athletics Reception – Celebrating Senior
Athletes and Men’s Soccer • 2-4 p.m.

Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver St.
Alumni and former athletes are invited to a special celebration
to congratulate graduating Clark senior athletes and honor the
25th anniversary of Men’s soccer’s 1983 undefeated season.
Clark families will join this special occasion.

Friends of Athletics – Celebrating
Senior Athletes • 2-4 p.m.

Dolan Field House, 75 Beaver St.
Alumni and former athletes are invited to a special celebration
to congratulate graduating Clark senior athletes. Clark families 
will join this special occasion.

An Afternoon of Music • 2-5 p.m.
Under the “Big Top” behind
Harrington House, 130 Woodland St.

Join us for wine and music under the tent, as well as
performances by Reunion alumni and the Clark Bars
anniversary concert at 4 p.m.

Class of 1969 VIP Afternoon of Music • 2-5 p.m.
Under the “Big Top” behind
Harrington House, 130 Woodland St.

Members of the Class of 1969 to enjoy the program at
"An Afternoon of Music" with a special VIP section at the
concert. Enjoy light refreshments and a cash bar while
taking in the sounds under the tent. This is a special
celebrating Clark in the 1960's, focusing on music,
friendship, and fun. This VIP seating area is for the
Class of 1969 only
.

Slide Presentation and Campus Tour • 2:30 p.m.
Sackler Sciences Center, Room 105
Jack Foley, vice president for Government and Community
Affairs and Campus Services, will discuss the University Park
Partnership and give a van tour of campus and the Main
South neighborhood. Tour will depart from Sackler Sciences
Center after the slideshow. This is a big hit every reunion,
so be sure to register early.

ALANA Reception • 3 p.m.
Dana Commons
Join ALANA (African, Latino, Asian, Native American) students,
faculty and alumni for a panel discussion. Light refreshments will
be served. This is a great opportunity to hear about the
ALANA alumni initiatives.

Class of 1959 Campus Tour • 3 p.m.
Sackler Sciences Center, Room 105
See through the eyes of a current student. Enjoy a tour of campus
with your personal tour guide. This event is for members of the
Class of 1959 only.

Tour of Academic Commons • 3-4 p.m.
Goddard Library, Academic Commons
Enjoy a tour of Clark’s newest gem, the Academic Commons
at Goddard Library, led by Paul Bottis, director of Physical Plant.

Learn through Inquiry: Wines and
Wine Tasting • 3-4 p.m.

Jonas Clark Hall, Room 001
Professor Timothy Lyerla presents a biologist’s perspective on
wines. This event fills quickly, so sign up in advance.

Clark Bars 20th Reunion Concert • 4 p.m.
Under the “Big Top” behind
Harrington House, 130 Woodland St.

The Clark Bars alumni perform their favorite a cappella
medleys at this traditional reunion concert and celebrate
their own 20th reunion. Refreshments will be provided.

Learn through Inquiry: Clarkies Making
a Difference— The Importance of
Community Service • 4 p.m.

Jonas Clark Hall, Room 001
Join Jack Foley, Clark’s vice president for Government
and Community Affairs and Campus Services, as he
leads an alumni panel on the importance of community
service in the face of difficult economic times. Learn
more about how you can make a difference in your community.
Alumni participants include Shana Retherford Johnson ’04.

Alumni and Parent Admissions Program (APAP)
Reception • 4-5:30 p.m.

Lasry Center for Bioscience
Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres with APAP director Judy Earls,
the Admissions staff and current APAP volunteers as we celebrate
YOU—the most dedicated and engaged volunteers in Clark’s history—and
your contributions to Clark’s successes this year. We promise
the conversation will be lively and fun!

Reunion 2009 Cocktail Party • 5-6 p.m.
On the Green
Live music will set the stage for the all-classes cocktail party on the
Green. Meet and greet classmates and friends while gathering to celebrate.
Class photos will be taken for all classes except classes of 1999
and 2004 at this must-attend event.

Class of 1959–50th Reunion
Celebration Cocktail Party • 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Higgins University Center
A private cocktail party for the class of 1959 and their special guests.

Alumni Class Dinners • 6 p.m.
Higgins University Center
Class dinners for the classes of ’64, ’69, ’74, ’79, ’89 and ’94.

Class of 1984 –25th Reunion Celebration Dinner • 6 p.m.
Higgins University Center
Celebrate with a special class dinner. This will be a night to
remember for your 25th anniversary class.

Relive Your Freshmen Fifteen:
Dinner for Graduates Of the Last Decade • 6-8 p.m.

• Class of 2004 – Dana Commons, The Den
• Class of 1999 – Dana Commons, TBD
Relive the freshmen fifteen with a special class dinner
celebration. Enjoy foods from Fantastic Pizza, Da Lat Vietnamese
and more. Class photos will be taken during the dinner.

Class of 1959 – 50thReunion Celebration Dinner • 6:30 p.m.
Higgins University Center
Celebrate this very special milestone over dinner with classmates and guests.

Dancing Under the Stars • 8 p.m.-midnight
Under the “Big Top” behind Harrington House, 130 Woodland St.
Keep the celebration rolling at one of the most popular reunion
traditions. From 8-10 p.m., a disc jockey features a mix of the 70s, 80s
and 90s. From 10 p.m.–midnight, disc jockey plays a mix of today’s hits.

Bring Back the Pub • 10 p.m.-12 a.m.
Higgins University Center, Grind Central (formerly The Pub),
basement level

The Clark University Pub will be open for a one-night-only
appearance. Join classmates for casual drinks, soft music and
snacks at this old pastime favorite. Cocktails, beer and wine by cash bar.

Sunday, May 17, 2009


Hillel Brunch • 9 a.m.-noon
Higgins University Center, Asher Family
Student Organization Suite, third floor

A bagel brunch with student leaders of Clark Hillel and Hillel
director David Coyne.

Reunion and Commencement Brunch • 9 a.m.-noon
Higgins University Center, Main Dining Hall
A farewell brunch buffet with your classmates.

Residence Hall Checkout • 10 a.m.
At checkout, bring room key, swipe card, pillow, pillowcase,
two sheets, two towels and blanket to the lobby. All items
can be given to a reunion volunteer to complete your check-out process.

Lambda Chi Alpha Brunch • 10:30 a.m.
Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation St., Worcester
Join Bob Lancey ’51, Costos Labovites ’54 and Nicholas
DeNigris ’57 for a Lambda Chi Alpha sized celebration.
Family and friends are encouraged to attend.

Phi Alpha Brunch • 10:30 a.m.
Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation St., Worcester
Join Lawrence Freed ’57 and Brothers for a Phi Alpha celebration.
Family and friends are encouraged to attend.

Kappa Phi Brunch • 10:30 a.m.
Beechwood Hotel, 363 Plantation St., Worcester
Join Brothers for the annual Kappa Phi brunch.
Family and friends are encouraged to attend.

HONORS CONVOCATION The Outstanding
Secondary Educator Award • 10:30 a.m.

Atwood Hall, Daniels Theater
The Alumni Association recognizes the critical role
teachers play in preparing students for higher education.

GSOM Commencement Brunch • 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Higgins University Center
For Graduate School of Management (GSOM) alumni.
Please contact (508) 793-7670 for further information.

Sixth-Annual Golden Opportunity March • 12:30 p.m.
Kneller Athletic Center
Members of the Class of 1959 and the 50-Year
Association will lead the Class of 2009 in
the commencement procession.

Commencement • 1:30 p.m.
Campus Green
Watch the Class of 2009 become alumni.

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