Pine Manor College Bulletin

48 Pages·2001·4.6 MB·English

by  Pine Manor College

MANOR
PINE COLLEGE Making the Right
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Table of
FEATURES
College
Bulletin
Fall 2001 2 Commencement 2001
Editor • Fifty-seven Receive Degrees at 89th Commencement Excercises Contents
PeterT. Woloschuk
• Faculty and Student Awards
Assistant Editor
Mary Jane Higgins 8 Alumnae Reunion Weekend
Editorial Advisors
15 Senior Activities
Ion E. Abrams
Eugene Rosi
Elena Wethers 19 PMC Honors Iris Burnett and Nell Merlino
Gail Young
Alumnae News Coordinator 22 Achievement Day 2001
Cherylyn Tilford
26 English Language Institute
Art Director
Joan Kelley '00AA
• More Than 600 Participate in ELI's Summer Language Programs
Designer
by Rhonda Seidman, Director
Priscilla White Sturges '72
Waterman Design
• ELI Profiles: Two Different Cultures, Two Best Friends
Photographers
Denise Alleyne DEPARTMENTS
Gustav Ereedman
Joan KelJey
Don West/Linda Haas
PeterWoloschuk
29 Around Campus
Printing
Reynolds«DeWalt Printing 34 Faculty & Staff News
Front Cover
37 Class Notes
Itaysha M. Jordan '01
Kristin A. Barnard '01
Raiwan Chunhavat '01 39 Alumna Profile
Laura E. Stuart '01
43 In Memoriam
Back Cover
Doris Hayes Gorner '41
Ernestine von Gimborn 44 President's Corner
Ahbing '91
Edith Collins Avery '31
Elizabeth Miller Swain '78
Dear PMC Community:
Published by Pine Manor College,
400 Heath Street, Chestnut Hill, As we were going to press with this issue, the terrible terrorist attacks
MPoAstm0a2s4t6e7r,:USSeAn,dtahdrdereestsimcehsanageyseart.o occurred. The Pine Manor community sends love and prayers to all of our
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and for the ongoing conversations of release and support that are going
Publication of material does not
indicate endorsement of the on at all-community meetings, in meditation sessions, in classes, in various
atuhtehoArl'sumvineawepoiAnsstobcyiatthieonmagoraziPnien,e student life arenas, and among our alumnae. This is a time when we need
ManorCollege. each other, as well as the support and love of our friends and families.
Pine Manor College does not dis- Please stay in touch with your support network and participate in giving
criminate on the basis of race, and getting support.
color, national or ethnic origin,
sexualorientation, age, sexormar-
ital status as required by Title IX Updates and queries
of the Education Amendments
of 1972 and other relevant federal can be posted on our
legislation. Gloria Nemerowicz, President website: www.pmc.edu
. .
Fifty-seven Receive Degrees
“As this day approached, I found
myself nervous, scared, and over-
whelmed. I thought to myself, this
is a big step. Graduation brings a
newchallenge to face, “THE REAL
WORLD.’’ I don’t know what the
future holds. This frightens me a
little, but most ofall, I am excited.
Iam enthusiastic becauseitis time
forsomethingnew. Newopportuni-
ties bring newchallenges.
.
“In the past four years that I
have spent here, I have met people
who, in theirown way, have helped
me face my challenge of accept-
ance. My professors taught me to
think in a different way, a more
creative way. My friends also have T
he national weather service predicted drizzle, fog, and tempera-
taught me a great deal. They kept tures in the fifties, yet the day was glorious. The sun was shin-
me sane through the times that it ing, the sky was bright blue, the many flowering bushes and
was needed. They taught me not to trees on campus were in full bloom, and the temperature was in
PMC
take life so seriouslyand tolivelife the mid-seventies. Perfect weather for the 57 graduates
andthemore than 500familymembers, friends, facultymembers,
to its fullest. to seize the day.
.. . and alumnae who gathered on the front lawn for the 89th Commencement
“Getting this degree has been a Exercises on Sunday, May 20.
challenge. If everyone could get a The Brass Ensemble sounded a festive note as administration, faculty, and
college degree easily it wouldn’t graduatesprocessedonto the lawnfortheawardingofdegrees. Fifty-twowomen
mean as much as it does. We now receivedBachelor's degrees, includingthirteen in BusinessAdministration, nine
start a newchapterin ourlives and in Biology, seven in Communication, six in Psychology/Education, five in
English, fiveinVisualArts, fourinBiology, fourinPsychology, andtwoinSocial
because of our experiences at Pine and Political Systems. Onegraduate received an MEd in Elementary Education,
Manor, I believe that we are ready and four received Associate's degrees, including one each in Business
to go forward, and as David Gray Administration, Child Care, Liberal Arts, and Visual Arts.
says, ‘put some flesh on the bones PMC also honored three distinguishedwomen for theircontributions to
the greater Boston community and conferred honorary doctorates on them.
ofour dreams.”’
The three honorees were Vicki Donlan '71, founder and publisher of
Laura Stuart, Women’s Business, Sandra L. Fenwick, COO of Boston's Children's
Senior Class President FFospital, and Martella (Marti) Wilson-Taylor, president and CEO of the
Pine Manor College
Commencement
89th Exercises
“The most important message I
want to convey to you is that we
allshould beproud, not onlyofthe
fact that we are graduating, but
also that we are leaving here as
strong, empowered women who
can and will change the world
with our actions and our words.
Over ourfouryears at Pine Manor,
we were presented with the con-
cepts of inclusive leadership and
social responsibility. Dealing with
them required courage, strength,
and risk taking. We were pushed
to think beyond our boundaries,
break from traditional roles of
leadership, shatter the idea of
hierarchy, and embrace the con-
cepts of collaboration and team-
YWCA-Boston. Remarks were delivered by the three honorees and by work. It has been a process of
Michelle Buonopane '01, president of the Student Government Association, exploration, growth, triumph, and
and Laura Stuart '01, president of the senior class. shortcomings, but it is within this
The ceremony also commemorated the 90th anniversary of the process that we grew as women...
founding of the College in 1911 by Helen Temple Cooke, when 28 students “The encouragement and
requested an additional year of post graduation studies at the Dana Hall mentoring that we have received
School in Wellesley.
at Pine Manor have given us the
In welcoming the assembled graduates and their families and friends.
President Gloria Nemerowicz said, "Today's ceremonies are celebratory in opportunity toreach ourpotential,
nature and mark an end as well as a beginning. You have spent four years have a voice, and, mostimportant,
here in intense study and preparation, and now, as you graduate, you enter put our words into action. We may
a world that needs your skills and abilities, your inclusive approach to lead- he closing a chapter in our lives,
ership, and your commitment to social responsibility. but the lessons we have learned
"At the same time," President Nemerowicz continued, "we also com- and the experiences we have had
memorate the 90th anniversary ofthe founding of PineManor College. This remind us that the journey will
gives us an opportunity to pause and reflect on how fortunate we all are to continue forever. We go into the
be part of an institution that has distinguished itself by successfully adapt-
world braver, stronger, independ-
itnhge tcoortnheersnteoendesooffiwtsommiesnsioonn.aTnhoenignosipnigrabtaisoins,ofanodurhafso,uinndefracta,ndmatdheectohni-s ent, and empowered.”
tributions of our alumnae have made this possible, and also help us shape a Michelle Buonopane,
vision for the future." Student Government Association
President
Fall 2001
Honorary Degrees
Vicki Donlan '71, Founder and Publisher of Women's Business, Sandra Labas Fenwick, COO of Children's Flospital,
Boston, and Martella Wilson-Taylor, president and CEO of the YWCA-Boston were presented with honorary degrees at
this year's Commencement exercises. Beloware excerpts oftheir remarks and the texts of their citations:
As the founder and publisher of Boston women CEOs founded to assist
Women's Business, you have given a women entrepreneurs in the growth of
voice to the professional and business- theirbusinesses. With vision anddeter-
women of Massachusetts and changed mination you cofounded and served as
the face of business news. Drawing on the first executive directorof the South
youryears ofexperience in the newspa- Shore Women's Business Network, and
per business, you made your dream a in 1996, you founded the Alliance of
reality, telling the story of women who Women's Business and Professional
own andoperate38 percent ofthe busi- Organizations. The Alliance serves as a
nesses in this country and of women resource and is a catalyst for new part-
seniorexecutives in some of the largest nerships and networks.
Vicki Donlan '71 corporationsmtheworld. Youaremak- For your advocacy of women in
ingsocietyawareoftheroleandimpact business you have been honored by the
of women in business, forcing main- U.S. Small BusinessAdministration, by
“Live your life as journey, not as a stream media to pay attention as never the South Shore Women's Business
destination. Don’t be afraid of before, and setting the standard for Network, and by the Boston YWCA.
taking risks, always look outside media coverage on both a local and a In June 2000, you received the
yourself, know the difference national level. Abigail Adams Award as an outstand-
between what you can and cannot Your publication meets the needs ing Massachusetts woman from the
and interests of today's business and Massachusetts Women's Political
control, and, live your life with professional women. It celebrates the Caucus. Additionally, you serve on
passion... phenomenal growth and success that the nonprofit board of the Alliance,
“Every choice you make is an women have achieved, provides infor- the Advisory Board for the Women
opportunity to experience, what mation that working women need, and, Entrepreneurs' Connection for Fleet
for you might be, a defining mo- most impctrtantlyoffers the opportunity Boston, and are president of the Patriots'
ment. Problems and obstacles are for women to get the visibility they Trail Girl Scout Council.
nothing more than opportunities dheesleprvweo.rkWionmgewno’smeBnuscionemsmsunisicaattoeolantdo theFroorleyoofuwrodmeednicaitnibounsitnoesse,nhfoarncyionugr
to challenge yourself and learn. share resources. persistence in being an advocate for
Remember, it is better to make a You understand the poweroforgani- change, and for your successful entre-
decision and take a risk than to zations to strengthen the work of preneurship, Pine Manor College is
make no decision at all.” individuals. You were the first execu- proud to salute you as an alumna and
tive director of the Commonwealth to award you the degree of Doctor of
Institute, a nonprofit organization of Fetters, honoris causa.
Sandra Labas Fenwick As a healthcare professional, you have
devotedyourlife tohelpingorganizations
“Be involved. Express a passion for meet the needs of patients as humanely
something, and then give it all and efficiently as possible. For the past
twoyearsyouhavebeen thechiefoperat-
you’ve got. Work hard, and be will-
ing officer of Children's Hospital, one of
ing to take wiselyselectedrisks... thefinestfacilitiesofitslandintheworld.
“Eook for a role model andmen- There you are responsible for the day-to-
tor. Put her or his advice and your dayoperationsofthehospitalanditssatel-
own experience to work. You have lite facilities, the management of patient
been thoughtfullyandcarefullypre- care programs, and facility planning and
management, including the largest pedi-
pared. You can be the leaders of
atricresearchfacilityintheworld.
tomorrow. Putyourpowertowork.’’ Withpatienceandcreativity, youhave
changed medical institutions, helping
themdealwiththechallengesofskyrock-
Pine Manor College
eting costs, needs for services, and on the hoard of directors of the Dana directors of the Medical Academic and
advances in biotechnology. You have Farber/Children's Hospital Center Care, Scientific Community Organization,
sought tohumanizethe medical industry, theCareGroupProviderServiceNetwork, Tufts Associated Health Plans, and the
andyouhavealwaysactedas anadvocate Beth Israel Hospital/ Children's Hos- GreaterBoston YMCA, you have demon-
for those in need of treatment and servic- pital Medical Care Corporation, and strated the importance of community
es, particularly those with minimalfinan- Massachusetts Wellness and Fitness. You service. You have also served on the
cialresources. have also served as a member of the President's Leadership Council of
Before joining Children's Hospital, Healthcare Leadership Team for the Simmons College, as a Tmstee of the
you were vice president for Network United Way of Massachusetts Bay, the Meadowhrook School, and found time to
Development at Beth Israel Hospital, and FamilyandHealthCareGroupforthegov- heachurchschooldirector.
whenBeth Israel merged intoCareGroup, ernor's transition team, and the Region- For your dedication to providing the
youassumedthe taskofintegratinga sys- al EMS Advisory Council of the best possible healthcare for the residents
tem of six hospitals and 1,800 physicians Metropolitan Boston Hospital Council. of greater Boston, your creativity in com-
into a $1.2 billion regional system of No wonder you have recently been ing up with new solutions in the face
healthcareproviders. named one of55 extraordinary women of ongoing change, and your generous
Throughout your professional life, in Dr. Sylvia Rimm's new book, How involvement in community service.
whichbeganasaresearchprojectmanager Jane Won. Pine Manor College is pleased to award
inSaudiArabia,youhavegivenyourtime Community has always been impor- you the degree of Doctor of Science,
and expertise to others. You have served tant to you. As a member of the board of honoris causa.
For the past 11 years, you have served literacyinastate-of-the-artcomputerlah
with distinction as the president and donatedby Microsoft.
CEO of the YWCA-Boston. Duringyour You have strengthened the YW's role
tenure, you have infused this organiza- asacommunityleaderandconvenorand
tion with new energy and brought positioned the agenda for the YW on a
renewed attention to the enduringques- national level.Youintroducedthepublic
tions of equality for women and racial forum series "Women in the New
justice. Eaced with major cutbacks in Economy" and founded the Women's
government fundingand an economy in Leadership Event/Academy of Wo-
recession, you focused the YW on core men Achievers and the Youth Voice
Martella Wilson-Taylor competencies and put core assets to Collaborative. Your ultimate goal is
YW
work. Under your leadership, the always to turn constructive talk into
“I thank and commend the today is fiscally sound and strongerthan positive action.
trustees, faculty, and students for it has everbeen in its 135-yearhistory. Community service has been an
an innovative approach to higher You are committed to providing important part of your life. You have
education. You have opened your womenofallbackgroundsandageswith served on numerous boards and
arms and attracted a diverse stu- a full range of choices and access to the committees, including the Vanguard
dent body, broadened your skills and opportunities to pursue these Foundation, Family Service of Greater
visions, and developed an educa- choices. Housing and housing-related Boston, FamilyServiceAmerica, andthe
tional curriculum that meets the services are among your primary con- Children'sTmstFund.Currentlyyouare
needs of 21st century, young, cerns. Yourplantodoublethenumberof president of the board of South African
female leaders... residency units under YW management Partners and serve on the Board of the
“There’s a whole world out will helptoaddress theneedforsafeand Boston Center for Adult Education.
there waiting for you—rapidly affordable living options for women and Additionally, you are a freelance writer
changing, fast-paced, and filled their families. In 1998, through a joint and film programmer, a founding mem-
with demands. Snatch a little venture with Boston Aging Concerns beroftheAfricanFilmSociety, andhave
piece of it, absorb it, analyze it, and the Women's Institute, you opened beenaregularpaneliston WGBH's "The
but be sure to share it, because the Grandfamilies House in Dorchester, Group." In 1998, you were selected
success is only worth it if you the first residence in the nation to as a Boston delegate to the President's
realize what it means respond to the needs of grandparents Summit.
“Meet your challenges with who have had to assume parenting Forthevision,values,andvitalitythat
courage and conviction. Believe in responsibilities for their grandchildren. you bring to your work on behalf of
yourself. Care for the earth. Give There you developed an on-siteprogram women and for your leadership in
to your community. These are the for children and their grandparents that improvingthelivesofothers, PineManor
keys to a bright future foryou and offers both pre-school and after-school Collegeisproudtopresentyouthedegree
” training in math, science, and computer ofDoctorofLetters, honoriscausa.
for all of us.
Fall 2001
Faculty and Student Awards
Faculty Awarcls Ruth \lliiiger Gibson '2(i Annual Fund phonathons, The IMno Manor Gollogo
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Entrepreneurial Studies present you the Distin-
guished Service Award.
Student Awards
I'he Pino Manor Gollogo
Faonlly Award The President's Cup
This award is given to that The Cup is awarded only
full-time student graduat- in those years when a grad-
ing with a Bachelor ofArts uate has demonstrated a
degree, who has the high- truly unusual combination
Wean Senior Faculty Alumna Award est grade point average of outstanding citizenship,
Professorship
on the completion of her academic achievement,
This presentation is made Distinguished Service Award academic work at Pine and deep concern for the
ammally to a tenured senior Manor College. Ms. Jackson best interests of the College
faculty member to recognize Camilla (Mimi) Russell graduated with aperfect4.0 throughoutherfouryears at
his orheracademic contribu- Bennett ’72 was awarded gradepoint average. Pine Manor.
tions to the College and to the Distinguished Service
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cal for the recipient and pro- at the 90th anniversary din- BA in Psychology BA in Psychology
videsreleasetimefrom teach- ner. She served as president
ing and academic duties. of the Alumnae Association
This honor is the gift of for the past four years. (See
Raymond and Adelaide photo, page 11.)
J.
McCracken Wean ’44.
Below is the text of her
William Vogele, Associate citation:
Professorof Political Science To say that you are an extra-
ordinary volunteer, one we
wish we could clone, is an
understatement about your
dedication and service to
Pine Manor College. You
have organized, hosted, and
attended countless events,
written hundreds of letters,
spearheaded new initia-
tives, participated in local
Pine Manor College
2001 Degree Recipients
The following women received their degrees at PMC's
The Marie Warren Poller (lilicorp/Capilal Inveslors. 89th Commencement exercises on Sunday, May 20, 2001:
Award Eld. Endowed Prize:
This endowed award was Mervina Rasimin, Vlaster ofEducation NicoleGreen, Norton, MA:
Communications
presented for the 40th time. Indonesia GraceHarriettScott,Needham,MA:
Itrecognizes a studentgrad- ElementaryEducation SBuyslivnaenssL.AdGmriontihs,trCaatridovinl,les,umMEm:a
uating with an Associate in Graco Inc. Award: cumlaude
Art or Associate in Science SylvanL. Groth, Cardville, ME Bachelor ofArts MyrnaAliciaGuerreroSaumet,
degree, who has achieved CarolAnneAceto,JamaicaPlain,MA: Allston,MA:English
thehighestgradepointaver- Purchase PrizeAisual Arls: Psychology/Education CourtneyGullo,Canadaigua,NY:
agein twofullyears ofwork Whitney Elizabeth Lucks, AdeltumbiOlabisiAjayi, VisualArts
at Pine Manor College. Ms. Columbus, OH ADdormcihneisstterra,tiMoAn,:mBausginnaescsumlaude HeatherLynn Hammond, Nassau,
Johns graduated with a NY: English
3.355 gradepoint average. Special Interrelated Arts ABluesxiannedsrsaAAdmmbirnoiisster,aHtyidoenPark,MA JPesnyncihfoelrogLy.,Jascuksmomn,aRcoucmklalnadu,deMA:
ABSprArainnidgnifiVNeiilsdcu,oallMeAAJrothsns, PSAeiwrdafnroirdn/Ai.lVniBfsr>uaagAlgrt,Asr:Ntisanatnidc, CT CCDBhouelisbenirtanat:eesLB.sVuBeAsandikdmnerierens,disisEAtaAdrsmwatit,WniaoiHlnsop,tnorgslaetuK,imooMnmngAa,: PKIetsrayrsciyhsoJhleanokMgi.ynsJ,orWdiann,thRroospl,inMdaAl:e,MA:
cumlaude VisualArts
Helen Temple (l<M)ke SinesiaLinharesKarol, Westwood,
Prize/Vlusical Studies: DaniellaMariaBarrera Rubio, MA: Psychology/Education
SanSalvador, ElSalvador:
SaraAiui Vossel, Evanston, IL Communications MelissaAnnLefter,Ashland,MA:
SocialandPoliticalSystems
RachelThereseBastarache,
Jeanne Park Rudnick '94 Acushnet, MA: Communications WhitneyElizabethLucks,
Award for a Continuing EricaL.Beaudry, Sturbndge, MA: CViosluuamlbAurst,s,OcHu:mlaude
Studies Student; Psychology/Education
KatherineMahler,Westfield, MA:
Sinesia Linhares Karol, JannahA.Bey, Oakland, CA: Psychology
Westwood, MA BSViuidssniuianleAs.AsrBtArsda,mgmgi,naigNsintaarnatctiuci,omnClTa:ude KHialtlh,eMriAn:eMBiaoyloMgcyDermott,Chestnut
Award for Distinction in ShannonMarieMedeiros, Swansea,
Academic Awards Dance: SBiaorlaohgyE,limzaabgenthaBcrouomksl,aFuadierfield,LA: MA: Biology, cumlaude
Sidni A. Bragg, Niantic, CT, Michelle LeeBuonopane, Dede ChikaMihedji, DalyCity,
Tammy Smith, Winchester, MA: Business CA: Biology
The following were award- Somerville, MA Administration CorrinEileenMurphy, Rockland,
ed for distinguished work SaraWardBurgess, Kennebunk,ME: MA: Psychology
in the Bachelor's programs: Constance Grosvenor English, cumlaude JenniferL.Neves, Norwell, MA:
Biology
Alexander Award/English: Julie Cholick, Beaverton, OR:
Biolog>: Tanya Duarte, Communications,magnacumlaude LCaoSmhmauyniPcaarthaimo,nsWorcester, MA:
Sarah Elizabeth Brooks, Jamaica Plain, MA TRhaawiilawnadn:CBhuusinnheasvsatA,dmBiannigsktorka,tion Vania Pires, Dorchester, MA:
FYaviorfnineled,RillAey Poku, Beverly Alexander Award for PJsamyicehoLleoegyCo/lEldeuyc,aPtrioovni,ncceutomwnl,auMdAe: BJeiiomliofgeyrPirtone,WestRoxbury,MA:
Kumasi, Ghana Achievement in Writing: Psychology/Education
CharleneCassandraCollins,
Sara Ward Burgess, Dorchester,MA:Communications Mervina Rasimin, Indonesia:
Psycholog>: Kennebunk, ME MirellaCruz,Dorchester, MA: BusinessAdministration
Jennifer Jackson, Biology TammySueSmith,Somerville,MA:
RocklandJ,. MA David Bo>d Award for Bridget Cunio, SouthBoston, MA: Psychology
Distinction in the Aatural Psychology EmilyJeanStefaney,Weymouth,MA:
Social and Ptdilical Sysleins: Sciences: LaWanda CatrisDixon, Dorchester, BusinessAdministration
MA: VisualArts LauraElizabeth Stuart, Austin, TX:
LAuasutrian,ElTizXabeth Stuart, JNeonrnwieflelr,L.MNAeves, TEnagnlyiash,Dusarutme,maJacmauimcalaPuldaien, MA: ScoucmiallaaunddePoliticalSystems,
KenyaAliEdwards,Dorchester,MA: AlejandrinaVeleziVilla, Sonora,
Visual Arts: Mexico: BusinessAdministration
Itaysha M. JMorAdan, Leadership Awards EKnegllliysAhnnFay, Dedham, MA:
Roslindale, BusinessAdministration,cumlaude Associate ofArts
The Dean's Award: KimberlyGrace Fay, Chestnut KristinAnne Barnard, Pompton
Rachel Therese Bastarache, Hill, MA:Psychology/Education Plains, NJ: LiberalArts
The followingwere awarded Acushnet, MA EleonoraGabaldonJaimes, Brandi Nicole Johns, Springfield,
for distinguished work in Laura Elizabeth Stuart, Newton,MA:Business MA: VisualArts, cumlaude
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Friday evening's All Alumnae Reception in the
Moncrief Room of the Ferry Administration Building
formally kicked off the weekend's festivities, as more than
120 memhers of the PMC family came together to reconnect,
reminisce, catch up, celehrate, andmeet newpeople. Thecon-
vivial atmosphere and the buzz of conversations reflected a
high level of involvement and enjoyment.
Halfway through the reception President Nemerowicz
took the opportunity to officially welcome everyone back to
the campus, saying, "I am pleased and honored that so many
ofyou took the time to celebrate this important milestone in
the life of the College with us. Ninety years is truly a very The Class of 1951 at Fridayevening's President’s Dinner.
longtime in the life ofanindividual and in the life ofan insti-
tution. Aswecome together, we canallbeproudofwhat Pine
Manor College has accomplished over the years. The College
hasbeen true to its mission ofeducatingwomen for inclusive
leadership and social responsibility, and with the guidance of
Helen Temple Cooke's vision and yourgenerous and ongoing
interest and support, we have been able to do so in spite of
changingtimes andchangingcircumstances. This weekend is
trulya time forreflection, rededication, and celebration, and I
am very glad that you are a part of it."
Although dinnerwas scheduled tobeginat6:30 PM, guests
lingered at the reception for almost an additional hour.
Members of the anniversary classes from 1921 through 1951
then movedto the Founder's Room forthePresident'sDinner.
Speaking to the festive audience President Nemerowicz
said, "First ofall, 1want to thank the magnificentClassof'51. RachelBastarcbe ’01. EricaBeaudry 01 andJulie Cholick ’01
Overthepastfewdayseveryoneoncampushasfelt yourener- join TerryKenefickP’91. Ann KenefickDolin ’91 andAmyE.
gy and love for your College and has been revitalized by it. Sebondorf ’91 forFriday’s dinner.
"Yourextraordinarygenerosity to the Annual Fund is both a
vote of confidence in the College's ongtting mission of not only
giving women a liberal arts education but also in helping them
develop the tools to make a difference in their families, work-
places, and communities, and a sign of your ongoing loyalty to
your alma mater," the President emphasized. "Your support is
whatenablesPMCtocontinuetogrowanddevelopandgivesus
all the energytoconfidentlyface thefuture."
The rest of the alumnae and friends, some 70 people in all,
moved to a festive white tent, decorated with white and green
balloons, which had been set up on the Fetunder's Room lawn.
TheretheyfeastedonatraditionalNewEnglandClambakewith
all ofthetrimmingsincludingclamchowder, lobsters, steamers,
barbecued chicken, corn on the cob, potato salad, coleslaw and
salad. Seasonal fruits and berries made for a refreshing dessert.
AlthoughthenightwasverychillyforlateMay,portableheaters
kept everyonecomfortable.
TheSaiChoseJazzTrioprovidedmusicthroughouttheclam-
Alumnae enjoyan oldfashioned clambake, (1-r): Janet Holly ’58.
Sandra Van Riet, (guest ofErnestine Von Gimborn Abbing ’91), bake inthetentandthencontinuedtoplaylateintothenightas
Susan Barber ’58 andErnestine Von Gimborn Abbing ’91. bothgroupscame togetheragaintocontinuecatchingup.
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