Alumni
Photos of Reunion Weekend
More than 1,200 alumni returned to campus June 7-9 for Reunion. Focusing on class years ending in “3” and “8,” the weekend was full of events planned for catching up with old friends, reliving the nostalgia of college days, and creating new memories. Check out numerous photo galleries from the parade, socials, and other events. [...]
Ahart Family Arts Plaza Dedicated during Reunion Weekend
The Ahart Family Arts Plaza, located between the Williams Visual Arts Building and the future home of Lafayette’s theater program on North Third Street, was dedicated June 8 during Reunion. The plaza is named in honor of Edward W. Ahart ’69, chair of the Board of Trustees, and Catherine Ahart P’97 ’03 in recognition of [...]
Reunion 2013: President Daniel H. Weiss Gives State of the College Address
By Geoff Gehman ’80 On opening night of Reunion Weekend, President Daniel H. Weiss devoted his last State of the College address to recapping a period of remarkable growth in which he occasionally sat in the hot seat. “During a time of duress and challenge in higher education nationally and internationally—financially, educationally, and otherwise—this college [...]
Fleck Society Member Bricks Rededicated during Reunion
During the renovation of the Quad, some of the bricks etched with the names of members of the Fleck Consistent Giving Society were relocated. A ceremony was held June 8 to recognize the more than 3,000 members of the society and rededicate the bricks that line the walkways near Skillman Library. President Daniel H. Weiss [...]
Reunion 2013: Coming Back for Usual and Unusual Reasons
By Geoff Gehman ’80 More than 1,200 alumni returned June 7-9 to enjoy Reunion Weekend with their classmates. Here’s an inside view of the groups marking key anniversaries: 5th, 25th, and 50th. Read or watch the annual State of the College address Read about the special event on Gettysburg, Lafayette, and the Civil War Read [...]
Reunion 2013: Gettysburg, Lafayette, and the Civil War
During the time that the country was divided and embroiled in a bitter, tragic war 150 years ago, Lafayette was also divided and on the verge of having to close. To open the special Reunion session held Friday, Diane Windham Shaw, College archivist, told the fascinating story of the College’s struggle, outlined the students, alumni, [...]
Reunion 2013: Physicians from Class of ’63 Discuss Future of Health Care
By Lori McFerran When the three physicians who presented a Reunion College session during their 50th reunion Saturday graduated from Lafayette in 1963, medicine was entering a boom era. It was fueled by new treatments, technology, and an influx of funding from the newly passed Medicare Act. According to Dr. Bert Zarins ’63, those events [...]
Actor Portraying James “Hap” Hairston ’71 in Lucky Guy Receives Tony
Unlike star reporters, newspaper editors toil behind the scenes, rarely commanding the spotlight. But for James “Hap” Hairston ’71 stardom has arrived—11 years after his untimely passing. Hairston’s life and work are portrayed in the late Nora Ephron’s final work Lucky Guy, the Broadway play starring Oscar-winner Tom Hanks as the charismatic and controversial tabloid [...]
More Than 1,200 Alumni Arrive for Reunion 2013
Reunion headquarters opened today in Pfenning Alumni Center to welcome back returning alumni, especially those in class years ending in “3” and “8.” The weekend is full of events planned for catching up with old friends, reliving the nostalgia of college days, and creating new memories to treasure for years to come. View the full [...]
Eric Von Arx ’87 Creates Hyperminimalist Sculpture
By Carrie Havranek Professional artist Eric Von Arx ’87 has recently delved into hyperminimalist sculpture. These temporary installations, which he terms “momentary sculpture shows,” are typically just a foot tall and are often spontaneous, mostly uninvited, and created with found objects. “I want to capture the moment of inspiration,” he says. He has placed his artwork [...]
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