AboutU: Union College Alumni

Dear Alumnus,

Welcome to the latest edition of the Alumni newsletter. We are proud that we have been able to reach over 50% of our Alumni subscribers and hope to continue that success in the future. Let us know what you think; your feedback is welcome.


Peter Ross Bedford to join faculty as Wold Professor of Religious Studies
"Peter Bedford is broadly educated and understands well the study of religion in a liberal arts context," said President Stephen C. Ainlay. The new faculty position is made possible by John Wold '38 and his wife, Jane.


Asano named Head Women's Hockey Coach
Union College Director of Athletics Jim McLaughlin '93 has named Claudia Asano Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach.


New: Planning a ReUnion visit?
Check out the updated Greek map


Order your custom Union College / New York state license plate!
Now you can show your pride and support for Union College by ordering your New York State Union College custom plates!


Film showcasing Union and President Ainlay wins a Telly
"Welcome Back to Union College," a 24-minute film that introduces President Stephen C. Ainlay and showcases new programs, buildings and other campus changes, has won a silver "Telly" award for distinction in creative work.


Steinmetz Symposium to showcase student achievements
Students will showcase their scholarly and creative ambitions at the 17th annual Steinmetz Symposium Friday and Saturday, May 4 and 5.


New: Checkout the new Gift Planning website


Alumni in the News

Longtime College benefactor William R. Grant '49 passes away
William R. Grant '49, venture capitalist, investment banker, philanthropist and longtime Union benefactor whose name graces the Office of Admissions, passed away on Sunday, April 15. He was 82.


How an IBM Lifer Built Software Unit Into a Rising Star
Steve Mills '73, head of IBM's software unit, jokes that unlike most IBM executives, he uses his psychology degree every day.


Jay Cohn '52, M.D.
Dr. Cohn, who returns to Union this month to celebrate his 55th reunion, is a professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota.


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Upcoming Events

May 1, 2007
Reception with President Stephen C. Ainlay
Rochester, NY


May 2, 2007
Reception and tour of the Mandeville Gallery exhibition: Infinite Images
Schenectady, NY


May 21, 2007
Special evening reception honoring William H. Seward
Washington, D.C.


May 31- June 3, 2007
ReUnion Weekend
Schenectady, NY


June 1, 2007
Garnet Blades and Union Hockey's Sixth Annual Golf Tournament
Clifton Park, NY


June 30, 2007
First Annual Travis J. and Shanna Putnam Clark '00 Memorial Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament
Potsdam, NY