During the Civil War, two Union alumni served simultaneously as secretaries of state: William Henry Seward, Class of 1820, for the Union, and Robert Toombs, 1828, for the Confederacy.
During the Civil War, two Union alumni served simultaneously as secretaries of state: William Henry Seward, Class of 1820, for the Union, and Robert Toombs, 1828, for the Confederacy.
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| 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Edison Club Golf Course |
Golf Outing All Union alumni and guests are invited for 18 holes of golf – a ReUnion tradition for over 30 years. Green fees, cart and lunch are included. Players of all levels are welcome. |
| 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM Reamer Campus Center |
Registration - Friday |
| 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Olin Auditorium |
Olympic Sports & Chemical Enhancement Presentation Tom Werner, Florence B. Sherwood Professor of Physical Sciences, discusses the effects of chemical enhancements and issues that are especially pertinent in light of the upcoming Olympic Games. |
| 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Garden Gates |
Tour of Jackson's Gardens |
| 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Upper Class Dining Hall, Reamer Campus Center |
A Hot Spot For Lunch! Have lunch on campus and taste what Union’s Dining Services offers daily to Union students and faculty. There’s something for everyone at this all-you-can-eat feast. |
| 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM College Park Hall |
Garnet Guard Reception & Luncheon A gathering for alumni who have celebrated their 50th ReUnion including the Class of 1957 and prior. |
| 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM Nott Memorial |
Sorum Guest Professor Public Lecture Christina Elliott Sorum Guest Professor, Shadi Bartsch, the Ann L. and Lawrence B. Buttenwieser Professor of Classics, and the Chair of The History of Culture, at the University of Chicago will speak about "Persius, the Cannibal Poet.” How did one Roman poet describe his writing? As a sort of curative food for your ears -- while he criticized other poets as being both literary and culinary cannibals. Come romp through the metaphors of Persius's Satires... |
| 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Stanley Becker Career Center |
Becker Career Center Open House Visit the Career Center in Stanley R. Becker ’40 Hall. Stop by the center, meet the staff and browse through the library. Individual appointments are available for alumni to discuss career management and transition. To schedule an appointment, please call (518) 388-6176. |
| 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Olin Auditorium |
Olympic Sports & Chemical Enhancement Presentation Tom Werner, Florence B. Sherwood Professor of Physical Sciences, discusses the effects of chemical enhancements and issues that are especially pertinent in light of the upcoming Olympic Games. |
| 1:30 PM - 2:20 PM Transportation from Old Chapel Circle |
Tour of the Edison Exploratorium Enjoy a guided tour of the Edison Exploratorium in downtown Schenectady, the birthplace of GE. The Exploratorium showcases the past, present, and future of technology in Schenectady, NY - "The Original Tech Valley." Transportation will be provided, departing from the Old Chapel Circle. Space is limited; please reserve your free ticket at the Welcome Center, Chester Arthur Courtyard |
| 1:45 PM - 3:30 PM Alexander Lane |
Minerva's Foot Race Calling all runners and walkers! Join in the fun for a walk or run around campus. Choose either a 1 mile race (2:00 p.m. start) or a 5K race (2:20 p.m. start). Prizes are awarded in several categories. No pre-registration required. |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Nott Memorial |
A Historic Tour of the Nott Memorial Approximately 40 minutes long, this tour will introduce visitors to Joseph Ramee, Eliphalet Nott, Edward Tuckerman Potter, and others who helped create the stunning and idiosyncratic Nott Memorial. Building materials, design symbolism, and function during its 125+ year history will be discussed. |
| 1:30 - 3 pm Old Chapel Circle |
Guided Tour of Proctor’s Theatre 440 State Street, 4 doors from Proctors opened Upstairs @ 440 for small community productions and Proctors produced new works. 440 also served as workspace for artists as part of a growing downtown arts district. Philip Morris, CEO of Proctor’s Theatre will discuss how the latest expansion has created a world-class arts and entertainment center in the heart of downtown Schenectady. Transportation will be provided and will depart from the Old Chapel Circle. Space is limited. Please reserve your free tickets at the Welcome Center, Reamer Campus Center. |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Womens Gender Studies Lounge, 2nd floor RCC |
LGBT Communities at Union College Gathering Join us to find out where have we been, and where are we going? |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Schaffer Library |
The Archives of Schaffer Library Join Jeremy Dibbell, Class of 2004, as he discusses “A Library of the Most Celebrated and Approved Authors: Union's First Book Collection”. Jeremy's talk will be followed by questions, discussion, and refreshments. |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Leave from Old Chapel Traffic Circle |
Tour of Vale Cemetary with Frank Taormino`50 Take a historical tour of the Union plot at Vale Cemetery with Frank Taormino`50 and Dr. Bernard McEvoy, Chairman of the Vale Cemetery Board of Trustees who will share some interesting Union College history in Schenectady.Transportation will be provided and will depart from the Old Chapel Circle. Please reserve your free tickets at the Welcome Center, Reamer Campus Center. |
| 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Leave from Old Chapel Traffic Circle |
Tour of Downtown Schenectady Tour historic downtown Schenectady with a representative of the Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation. Travel through Little Italy, see historic City Hall, walk the unique Jay Street pedestrian mall and visit the historic Proctor’s Theater. Lots of great new additions to see! Transportation will be provided and will depart from the Old Chapel Circle. Please reserve your free tickets at the Welcome Center, Chester Arthur Courtyard |
| 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Beuth House |
Engineering & Computer Science Poster Session |
| 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Beuth House |
Engineering Awards Reception and awards to honor outstanding engineering alumni. |
| 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Sorum House |
Financial Management with Alissa M. Quinn ‘84 Don’t miss this beneficial session with Alissa M. Quinn ’84, First Vice President of Wealth Management, Senior Investment Management Specialist and Financial Advisor for Smith Barney. Alissa will speak on the “ins and outs" of asset management for the pre-retirement age, including a "Comprehensive Wealth Management" approach of how to get the most out of your existing assets, retirement saving plans and cash flow, based on all levels of investment background. All are welcome! Light hors d'oeuvres will be served. |
| 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Upper Class Dining Hall, Reamer Campus Center |
ReUnion Family Lobster Clambake Enjoy a traditional lobster clambake and an ideal opportunity to reconnect with your classmates. |
| 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Nott Memorial |
50th Medallion Ceremony and Induction into the Garnet Guard |
| 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Hale House Dining Room |
Class of 1953 55th ReUnion Dinner |
| 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Everest Lounge |
Class of 1963 45th ReUnion Dinner |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM College Park Field |
Men's Alumni Soccer Game Come cheer on the current men’s soccer team as they take on soccer alumni under the lights on the new field at College Park. |
| 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tent on Library Plaza |
Spring Asian Percussion Concert Come enjoy a unique celebration of spring with Professor Jennifer Matsue and the new Union College Taiko Ensemble. |
| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Garis Field |
Women's Alumni Soccer Game Come cheer on the current women’s soccer team as they take on soccer alumnae on Garis Field, located behind the field house along Nott Street. |
| 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM President's House |
50th Cocktails - Friday President Stephen Ainlay and Judith Gardner Ainlay will host a cocktail party for members of the Class of 1958 in celebration of their 50th ReUnion. |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Viniar Athletic Pavilion |
Class of 1968 Dessert Reception Come celebrate “1968: The Year the World Changed” for a cocktail & dessert reception at one of the newest additions to campus, the Viniar Athletic Pavilion, home of both men & women’s intercollegiate basketball teams and volleyball team. |
| 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Proctors Theatre, Fenimore Gallery, 432 State Street |
The Class of 1973 Welcome Reception Join classmates at Proctor Theatre’s newly renovated Fenimore Gallery as we remember “The Way We Were from Woodstock to Watergate” for a cocktail reception hosted by the 35th ReUnion committee. |
| 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM College Park Hall Ballroom |
50th ReUnion Class Dinner |
| 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Nott Memorial |
Alumni Writers Series presents Cartoonist and the Nightlife Editor for the New Yorker, John Donohue`90 John Donohue, is a Cartoonist and the Nightlife Editor for the New Yorker, and will be talking specifically about his career as a Cartoonist. He has published four cartoons in the New Yorker as well as additional publications. |
| 8:00 PM RCC Auditorium |
Campus Movie |
| 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Holiday Inn, Stockade Room |
Class of 1953 Hospitality Gathering |
| 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM Pinhead Susan’s, 38-40 N Broadway |
Class of 1993 Cabin Fever Party Where were you during the “Great Blizzard of 1993”… at Union of course! Relive the night of cabin fever at Pinhead Susan’s. Listen to your favorite songs played by the “Band of Gold” and enjoy beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. |
| 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM The Water's Edge Lighthouse, 2 Freemans Bridge Road, Glenville, NY |
Class of 1998 – Welcome Reception Join your classmates off-campus on Friday evening to kick-off your 10th ReUnion celebration! The evening will feature 2 hours of open beer and wine, as well as desserts. Come relax by the Mohawk River and, weather permitting, enjoy the outdoor terrace overlooking the water. What better way to catch up with old friends and relive your days at Union? *For those who prefer not to drive off-campus, there will be shuttle transportation to and from the Lighthouse. This shuttle will depart from Old Chapel Circle at 7:45 & 8:00pm. It will pick-up at the Lighthouse at 9:45 and 10:00pm, returning to the Old Chapel Circle. |
| 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Katie O’Byrne’s, 121 Wall Street, Schenectady |
Class of 2003 – Kick-Off Celebration Join your classmates to kick-off your 5th ReUnion at this classic Irish pub! A lot has changed in five years, including Schenectady's night-life. Katie O’Byrne’s is part of the revival of downtown Schenectady that you won't want to miss! The evening includes 2 hours of open beer and wine, as well as snacks and appetizers. Come meet up with your old Union friends! |
| 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM The Union Inn, 517 Union Street |
Class of 2007: Spring Break Celebr(08)tion! Come out to the Union Inn for friends, food and festivities. Just $20 gets you an open bar of beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. Enjoy late night munchies and weather-permitting the Union Inn will open the patio and serve steamers, hot dogs and hamburgers. |
| 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM The Rathskellar |
The Class of 1983 “Takes a walk on the wild side” at the Rathskellar! Classmates of 1983 revisit the Rathskellar to kick off your 25th ReUnion Celebration complete with popcorn, beer and pinball! Catch up with classmates, check out your 25th ReUnion Directory, reminisce with friends old and new and paint the Idol once more for old time’s sake! |
| 8:00 PM Yulman Theater |
Yulman Theater Production The Union College Theatre Program presents, as its Main Stage production, William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It”. The Theater and Dance Department welcomes guest Director Guy Roberts, Artistic Director of the Austin Shakespeare Festival, Mr. Roberts will give a post production discussion immediately following this evening’s performance. Details and ticket information are listed under the Ongoing Events section. |
| 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Holiday Inn Hospitality Room |
Class of 1958 Hospitality Gathering |
| 10:00 PM RCC Auditorium |
Campus Movie |
| 10:30 PM - 11:30 PM F.W.Olin Center |
Observatory Open House Telescopic Viewing of the Skies. Enjoy a 20 minute tour of the night sky through Union's 20-inch telescope, housed in an observatory atop the F.W. Olin Center or in the Starlab planetarium, donated by Jane Sadler ‘73 which will be set up in the Lobby of the F.W. Olin Center in the case of inclement weather. Space is limited for this program. Please reserve your free tickets at the Welcome Center |