CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY

413.597.4444

Dial 4444 from any campus phone.

EMERGENCY NUMBER

Dial 9-911 from any campus phone.

REUNION HEADQUARTERS

413.597.4455

Drop by either of the following

locations for assistance:

ALUMNI CENTER

Dial 4455 from any campus phone

Thursday & Friday: 8:30AM-MIDNIGHT

Saturday: 7AM-MIDNIGHT

DODD HOUSE

Dial 2213 from any campus phone

Thursday & Friday: 8:30AM–10PM

Saturday: 7AM–10PM

Welcome Back, Ephs!

ATHLETIC FACILITIES

UPPER LASELL FITNESS CENTER

(cardiovascular equipment)

Thursday & Friday: 6AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

LOWER LASELL FITNESS CENTER

(weight room)

Thursday: 6–9AM & 11AM–6PM

Friday: 6–9AM & 10AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

SIMON SQUASH CENTER

Thursday & Friday: 6AM–6PM

Saturday: 10AM–6PM

SAMUELSON & MUIR

SWIMMING POOL

Thursday–Friday: 2–5PM

Saturday: 1–4PM

Children under 13 must be accompanied

by an individual aged 16+

SAND SPRINGS POOL

(non-Williams facility)

158 Sand Springs Road in Williamstown

413.458.6026

ADMISSION:

Adult (18+ years) $10

Child (5-17 years) $8

Child (1-4 years) $5

Infants (under 1 year) FREE

Seniors (65+ years) or Veterans $8

ART & MUSEUMS

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART

wcma.williams.edu

HOURS: Everyday 10AM–5PM

Thursday open until 8PM

Admission is free.

MASS MoCA

www.massmoca.org

HOURS: Wednesday–Sunday

11AM–5PM

TOURS: Weekdays, 2PM; Weekends,

noon and 2PM

ADMISSION: Adults $15, Students $10,

Children 6–16 $5

STERLING AND FRANCINE

CLARK ART INSTITUTE

www.clarkart.edu

HOURS: Tuesday–Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Admission: $20

CHAPIN LIBRARY OF RARE BOOKS,

COLLEGE ARCHIVES AND SPECIAL

COLLECTIONS

Located on Level 4, Sawyer Library

HOURS: Monday–Friday 10AM–5PM

Saturday 1–5PM

MISCELLANEOUS

AA DROP-IN CENTER: Coffee and

fellowship with alumni, families and

local residents at St. John’s Church

on Park Street on Friday and Saturday.

Drop-in Center Hours: 4:30-6:30PM;

Open discussion meetings: 5-6PM.

Members of other recovery programs

welcome.

REUNION HEADQUARTERS

Non-Quin Post-50th Reunion

DODD COMPLEX

75th Reunion

1942 DODD COMPLEX

70th Reunion

1947 DODD COMPLEX

65th Reunion

1952 DODD COMPLEX

60th Reunion

1957 DODD COMPLEX

55th Reunion

1962 DODD COMPLEX

50th Reunion

1967 SPENCER

45th Reunion

1972 HORN HALL

40th Reunion

1977 AGARD

35th Reunion

1982 BROOKS

30th Reunion

1987 PERRY & WOOD

25th Reunion

1992 MISSION PARK

20th Reunion

1997 WILLIAMS & SAGE

15th Reunion

2002 SCIENCE QUAD

10th Reunion

2007 BERKSHIRE QUAD

5th Reunion

2012 GREYLOCK QUAD

INTERESTED IN

FAMILY ACTIVITIES?

Pick up a complete schedule

of activities for kids

at the Alumni Center

8AM SATURDAY, JUNE 10 is the registration deadline forreunion attendance trophies.

REUNION CHECK-IN

ALLCAMPUS PICNIC

ANNUAL MEETING

JOSEPH’SCOAT

LUNCHEON

SEMINAR VENUE

25TH CHECK-IN

POST-50TH CHECK-IN

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FOOD AND HOSPITALITY

THURSDAY, JUNE 8

8AM–12AM Snack Bar, Paresky Center

11:30AM–3PM The Log, 78 Spring Street

11:30PM–1AM The Log, 78 Spring Street

FRIDAY, JUNE 9

8–9:30AM Ephraim Williams Society

Breakfast, The Williams Inn. RSVP

to Cheryl.M.Brigley@williams.edu

or 877.374.7526

6:30AM–4PM Snack Bar, Paresky Center

12–1:45PM Grab & Go Lunch, Credit Cards

accepted Lower Level, Paresky Center

11:30AM–2:30PM FREE ICE CREAM

courtesy of The Ephraim Williams

Society Front Porch, Paresky Center

10PM–1AM Snack Bar, Paresky Center

11PM–1AM The Log, 78 Spring Street

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

6:30–9:30AM Snack Bar, Paresky Center

9AM–1PM Coffee and espresso drinks,

The Log, 78 Spring Street

12–1PM PICNIC LUNCHEON FOR ALL

Chapin Lawn

12–1PM JOSEPH’S COAT LUNCHEON

For alumni in classes ’47–’66

Lasell Gym

1–4PM Snack Bar, Paresky Center Free gelato samples 1:30-2:30PM

10PM–1AM Snack Bar, Paresky Center

11PM–2AM The Log, 78 Spring Street

SUNDAY, JUNE 11

8AM–2PM Snack Bar, Paresky Center

NOON–11PM The Log, 78 Spring Street

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3:30PM PREVIEW “BUILDING 6 PORTRAIT INTERIOR” with artist Barbara Ernest Prey ’79 and Director of MASS MoCA, Joe Thompson ’81 Barbara Ernst Prey ’79 discusses the commission of the largest watercolor in the world, on display in MASS MoCA’s newly opened Building 6. MASS MoCA, 87 Marshall Street, North Adams

2:15PM COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE (All Ages) In this musical environment, learn rhythms, playful games, and songs from Africa, South America, and Asia. All instruments provided! Paresky Front Steps

2:15PM CAMPUS TOUR If you haven’t been to campus in a while, this tour is for you. A reunion ranger will show you the Paresky Center, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance, Hollander and Schapiro Halls, Sawyer Library, Weston Field, and The Class of 1966 Environmental Center. Paresky Front Steps

2:15PM ALUMNI EXHIBITION TOUR Presenting a group of works generously donated by alumni celebrating their class reunions, (Paragons: Embodying Ideals) explores how cultural and societal ideals are written onto the mutable surface of the body. Walk through the exhibition with curator Tom Price, MA ’17. WCMA

3:30PM WILLIAMS ROCKS A walking tour of campus, from bedrock to building stones, and the stories they tell with Bud Wobus, Edna McConnell Clark Professor of Geology. Clark Hall, Room 105

6PM CLASS DINNERS & FESTIVITIES Refer to class specific schedules for locations and details.

10:30AM ANNUAL MEETING The 195th Annual Meeting, led by Society of Alumni President Jordan Hampton ’87: trophies, cups, and medals recognizing alumni volunteers, remarks by President Adam Falk, election results, major gift announcements, and traditional Williams songs. Chandler Gym

10:30AM WHEELS! (Ages 2-4) After the parade, join other young families to explore a fire engine, police cruiser, ambulance, backhoe, front loader, mowers, and street sweeper! Rain or shine. Weston Gate

10:30AM PLAYDATE (Ages 2-4) Toddlers/preschoolers and their parents/caregivers are welcome at the Williams Children’s Cen-ter to play with purple Play-Doh, run around the outdoor play spaces, and enjoy other activities. Children’s Center, Whitman Street

10:30AM SOCCER CLINIC (Ages 5-12) Join a soccer session for all levels. We’ll work on development and refinement, and end with small-sided games. Rain or shine. Lower Cole Field

10:30AM ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLINIC (Ages 10+) Come and learn this team sport, led by members of the Williams Ultimate Frisbee Organization. Rain or shine. Upper Cole Field

3:30PM EPH MEET-UP @ REUNION A casual networking reception features industry-specific chat areas where you can meet other Ephs who do what you do—or would like to do someday! Career shifters and other Ephs in professional transition are welcome, as are non-Eph spouses and guests. Come as you are, business cards optional! Baxter Hall, Paresky Center

3:30PM DRAWING CLASS (Ages 5-12) Enjoy an outdoor drawing session. No experience necessary; come to learn or practice what you already know. Supplies provided. Park Street Entrance to Alumni Center

3:30PM ULTIMATE FRISBEE GAMES (Ages 10+) Practice the skills you learned in the morning clinic! Led by WUFO members. Rain or shine. Upper Cole Field

3:30PM PUPPET SHOW The Puppet Brigade presents The Storybook with giant puppets. Fun for the whole family! Paresky Auditorium

3:30PM TAKE ME TO THE RIVER A guided hike on Hopkins Forest’s Hoosic River Trail. Hopkins Forest

3:30PM MATH-STATS FACULTY / STUDENTS / ALUMNI GET-TOGETHER Say hi to the old profs, meet some new ones, see some students, and enjoy one of our famous “Teas.” Bronfman Math-Stats Library (Second Floor)

1PM SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE: WORK AT WILLIAMS AND BEYOND Director of Sexual Assault Prevention & Response, Meg Bossong ’05, and Dean of the College, Marlene Sandstrom, share perspectives on the national conversation surrounding sexual assault on college campuses and provide an overview of the work of Williams students, faculty and staff tackling this issue. Griffin 3

1PM BOOKS OF WONDER: PICTURE BOOK READING AND BOOK MAKING WORKSHOP (Ages 5-12) Husband/wife, author/illustrator duo Matthew Swanson ’97 and Robbi Behr ’97 will read their new picture book Everywhere, Wonder, talk about how they make books together, and run a workshop in which kids will create their own “Books of Wonder,” illustrated journals of the large and small, beautiful and interesting things in their world. Paresky Auditorium

1PM ATHLETICS AT WILLIAMS: LEARNING, LEADING, AND EXCELLING WITH DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS, LISA MELENDY, AND COACHES Join the Athletic Department for a panel discussion, Q&A, and to meet our Head Coaches. Find out what has changed through the years and hear how our coaches continue to inspire our students to excel. Brooks Rogers Auditorium

1:30PM SCREENING OF “CONFRONTING CLIMATE CHANGE,” A recap of this year’s initiatives followed by a conversation with Elizabeth Kolbert, author of the 2016-2017 Williams Reads book The Sixth Extinction and Dave Simonds, filmmaker and director. Griffin 6

THURSDAY, JUNE 8 9:30-10:30AM 50TH REUNION CLASS PANEL: Have We Turned Eating Into a Near Death Experience? with Dr. David McCarron ’67

and Jeremy Cone, Assistant Professor of

Psychology. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

10:45-11:45AM 50TH REUNION CLASS PANEL: A Williams Education as an Antidote to Burnout, Dr. Martin Samuels ’67, Dr. Edward Wing ’67,

Dr. Peter Watson ’67, Dr. Henry Grass ’67, and

Dr. Robert Bahr ’67. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

2-3PM FACULTY LECTURE: The Neuroscience of a Good Night’s Sleep; Faculty Lecture with

Matt Carter, Assistant Professor of Biology

Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

3:30–4:30PM FACULTY LECTURE: Who Gets to Write About What: Imagination and Authority in Fiction; Faculty Lecture with Karen Shepard ’87,

Senior Lecturer in English. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

FRIDAY, JUNE 96AM Sunrise Hike Up Pine Cobble with Director

of the Williams Outing Club, Scott Lewis. Dress

for the weather, bring a water bottle and a cup

for hot drinks. Return to campus by 8:30AM. Paresky Steps

8–9:30AM Ephraim Williams Society Breakfast Join President Adam Falk as we honor alumni,

parents, and friends who have established legacy

gifts for Williams. RSVP: Cheryl.M.Brigley@

williams.edu or 1.877.374.7526 Williams Inn,

1090 Main Street

10–11AM 50TH REUNION ALUMNI SEMINAR: The Artist & Society: Weaving, Wearing and Removing the Emperor’s New Clothes with

Robert Conway ’67. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

11:15AM–12:15PM ALUMNI SEMINAR: Basquiat’s “Defacement:” Trauma, Majesty and State Violence with Chaedria LaBouvier ’07. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

12:30–2:30PM FestEPHal–Lunch & Day PartyMembers of the Williams Black Alumni Network

(WBAN), Williams Latino Alumni Network

(WLAN), Williams Asian and Asian-American

Alumni Network (WAAAN) and BiGLATA and

their families are invited to a festive party lunch.

Event hosted by the Director for Alumni Diversity

& Inclusion, Sharifa Wright ’03. The Log, 78 Spring Street

1:30–2:30PM 25TH REUNION ALUMNI SEMINAR: How Digital Toolkits Are Saving Liberal Arts Education, with Mary Hinton ’92, Kate Queeney ’92,

Derek Schilling ’92 and John Spear ’92. Moderated

by Susan Engel, Senior Lecturer in Psychology

and the Class of 1959 Director of Program in

Teaching. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

3–4PM A Conversation with Williams President Adam Falk Society of Alumni President, Jordan

Hampton ’87, will engage in conversation with

President Falk and take your questions, too.

Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

4:30PM Close Look Tour: Accession Number and Lex & Love Throw it back to the early 1960’s

in “Accession Number” with Director Christina

Olsen and Amos Lawrence Professor of Art

E.J. Johnson ‘59. Afterwards, get contemporary

with Curator Lisa Dorin in “Lex + Love: Meleko

Mokgosi ’07.” WCMA

5:30PM Shabbat Service followed by Kiddush Jewish Religious Center

6PM Class Dinners and Festivities Refer to class

specific schedules for locations and details.

SUNDAY, JUNE 11 9:30AM Reunion Service of Gratitude and Remembrance A multi-faith service to honor

the passing of beloved classmates and celebrate

the blessings of relationship to the Williams

community. Led by Williams chaplains and

alumni clergy. Thompson Chapel

NOON Dorm Checkout Deadline for Post-50th Alumni Leave your dorm key on the dresser

in your room

1PM Dorm Checkout Deadline for All Other Classes Leave your dorm key on the dresser

in your room

SATURDAY, JUNE 10 SEE CHART BELOW

9:30PM “WATCHING THE RIVER RUN...” Celebrate the 70’s with a delightful performance of music, memories, and laughter featuring the 70’s & 80’s Ephlats, The Williams Cabaret, and a comedy tribute to the Class of ’77. All classes invited. The Log, Spring Street

6:30PM MOVIE AT IMAGES: MOANA (All Ages) Rated G. Images Cinema, Spring Street

8:30PM THE ZEISS PLANETARIUM SKY (All Ages) Experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory. Indoor show. Rain or shine. Enter from the south side, facing the Berkshire Quad. Hopkins Observatory, Berkshire Quad

8:30PM MOVIE AT IMAGES: GHOSTBUSTERS Rated PG-13. Images Cinema, Spring Street

7:30PM CAPTURE THE FLAG (Ages 10+) Join Reunion Rangers for this classic summer game. Farley-Lamb Field, Weston Athletic Complex

7:30PM DRAWING CLASS (Ages 5-12) No experience necessary; supplies provided. Park Street Entrance to Alumni Center

2:15PM THE WILLIAMS ADMISSION PICTURE Families with children beginning to think about college are encouraged to attend this informal, interactive session with Williams admission officers. Weston Hall

2:15PM LEE F. JACKSON ’79 MEMORIAL TRACK MEET AND FAMILY GAMES (Ages 5-12) Participate in races, water games, and more. Ribbons for all participants. Lee Track, Weston Athletic Complex (Rain Location: Towne Field House)

2:15PM DWELLING OF THE GALLANT: WOMEN OF WILLIAMS with Katharine Berry ’57, Shayla Harris ’97, Laura Spero ’02, and Jessica Torres ’12. June 2015 marked the 40th anniversary of the graduation of the first fully coed class of Williams College. We take this time to acknowledge the women in the class of 1977, the women who came before them as transfer students and partners, as well as the faculty and staff who supported them. This is also the time for the college to recognize and celebrate the over 13,000 Williams Alumnae (including the class of 2017) who have and continue to have an impact on Williams and the world. Join us for a short ceremony of celebration that includes four Eph women, one per decade, telling their stories as a Woman of Williams. Mainstage, ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance

2:15PM PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY RECEPTION The Department of Physics and the Department of Astronomy invite alumni and friends for iced tea and cookies in the David Park Teaching Laboratory. Physics 215

2:15PM STREAM CRITTER SEARCH (Ages 5-12) Hike to find salamanders, frogs, crayfish, and hellgrammites. Your shoes may get wet! Hopkins Forest

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12PM ALL CAMPUS LOCAVORE LUNCH! Rain or shine! Enjoy a meal sourced locally and sustainably, highlighting the great food and farms within the Berkshire community. Chapin Lawn/Paresky

7–8AM BIRD WALK with Hopkins Forest Manager Drew Jones. Some binoculars provided. Coffee available! Hopkins Forest

6:45AM ROAD RIDE Experienced bicyclists of all classes are welcome on a fun, fast-paced ride 25-35 miles around Williamstown, led by members of the Williams Cycling Team. For those unable to bring a bike, rentals may be available with advance arrangements through berkshirebikeandboard.com. Contact Jeff Knisely ’77 (email: jefferyknisely@gmail.com) if you would like to make the ride or for more information. Chapin Steps

7AM HIKE An early morning hike through Hopkins Forest along the Taconic Crest Trail, culminating in stunning vistas from the crest. Sturdy shoes recommended for the rolling terrain. If you’d like a ride to the trailhead, meet behind Chapin Hall in the parking lot for a van ride to Petersburg Pass on Rte. 2 at 7am. Petersburg Pass

7–8AM FUN RUN Join other reunion attendees for an early morning run in the Purple Valley (Gale Road loop). Chapin Steps

7–8AM YOGA ’62 Center for Theatre and Dance (Main Studio)

8:30AM CREATE A SPECTACLE (All Ages) Dress up for the parade by making your own festive sunglasses, hats, and signs to carry and wear! Rain or shine. Paresky Front Steps

9:30AM PARADE OF CLASSES (All Ages) The Class of 1967 will lead the way to Chandler Gym for the Society’s 195th Annual Meeting. Pre-parade music provided by the Eagles Band of Pittsfield. Find your classmates near class signs on Chapin Lawn. Chapin Drive

12PM JOSEPH’S COAT LUNCHEON For alumni in classes ’40–’66 Lasell Gym

SATURDAY, JUNE 10 SCHEDULE

1PM STUDENT-LED ADMISSION TOUR Families with children beginning to think about college are encouraged to participate. Paresky Front Steps

1–5PM COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT Process Donations from Give It Up! Collection Drive Help volunteers at the First Congregational Church sort through massive quantities of clothing and housewares, donated by Williams students, to prepare for September sales to benefit local charitable organizations. First Congregational Church

1–5PM PICK-UP MUSIC JAMFEST DURING REUNION! Calling all musicians (classical, folk, jazz, etc.). Duets/trios/ensembles. Interested alums from all classes welcome. BYO instruments; groups and music will be organized in advance by type and level. Contact Bob Kim ’92 for more info or to sign up: robertkimnyc@gmail.com, mobile 202.230-2761. Bernhard Music Center

1–5PM THE WILLIAMS BEAD STORE (All Ages) Williams English professor and avid beader Alison Case will provide the opportunity for you to create your own beautiful necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more. Class of 1958 Lounge, Paresky Second Level

1–5PM DAVIS CENTER & MINCO OPEN HOUSE Staff members from the Davis Center (formerly The Multi-Cultural Center), including the Center’s new Director, Shawna Patterson-Stephens, will be on hand from 1–3PM to share information about their work from this past academic year. Rice House, Morley Circle

1–5PM THE CLASS OF 1966 ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER OPEN HOUSE Explore the first renovated Living Building Challenge building in the country. The Class of 1966 Environmental Center

1–5PM PAINT THE PURPLE COW (Ages 5+) Paint your own version of the college’s beloved mascot. Each session will consist of a 1 hour instructed painting, where each child will be able to leave with a completed version of their very own acrylic painting on stretched canvas. Cost: $10 (accept cash, check or credit) Reading Room, Paresky Second Level

1–5PM PLENTY OF PURPLE PROJECTS (All Ages) Get your creative juices flowing and make decoupage frames, boxes, jewelry, stationery, painted cow bells, and more. Materials in Williams’ colors, of course! Schow Atrium, Science Quad

1–5PM VISIT THE TREETOPS OF THE CANOPY WALKWAY The walkway is a pair of tree platforms set 70 feet above the ground and originally used for research. Participants are harnessed to safety cables and aided by guides. No children under 12. Hopkins Forest

**SHUTTLES LEAVE FROM THE INTERSECTION OF CHAPIN AND MISSION PARK DRIVE AT 1, 2, 3, AND 4. SHUTTLES RETURN FROM HOPKINS FOREST AT 2:15, 3:15, 4:15 AND 5:15PM.**

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