Reed College Reedfayre 2013

Reedfayre 2013

Schedule

Please note that this is a tentative schedule; a final schedule will be distributed when you arrive on campus!

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Monday, June 10, 2013

Start getting nostalgic, soon you'll be back on campus!

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

You're all packed, right? Got a Reed t-shirt in the suitcase? (If not, you can get one at the Reed bookstore!)

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

11:30 AM–1:30 PM.

Lunch, commons

12:00 PM–12:00 AM.

Reedfayre Central open, Kaul foyer

12:00 PM.

Dorms open

1:00 PM–3:30 PM.

Healthcare Alumni College lectures/panels discussion

3:50 PM–5:15 PM.

Healthcare Alumni College parallel conferences (assignments to conferences will be made when Alumni College attendees show up at the first session)

4:00 PM–5:00 PM.

Tour: "Artists' Books in Reed's special collections.” Note that this tour is open only to the first 16 people who show up.

5:30 PM–6:30 PM.

Dinner, commons

7:00 PM–8:30 PM.

Reed stories
Master storyteller Cricket Parmalee '67 takes the lid off that treasure chest, the Reed Oral History Project, sharing stories from eight decades of life at Reed that are funny, quirky, poignant, and dark.

7:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Karaoke

Be a star! Queue up your song!

7:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Lecture TBA

9:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Camp Reed sing-along

We’ll roast marshmallows and make s’mores in the spectacular setting and sing a host of tunes with song leader John Cushing ‘67.

Thursday, June 13, 2013

8:00 AM–9:00 AM.

Breakfast, commons

8:00 AM–12:00 AM.

Reedfayre Central open

9:00 AM–11:00 AM.

Healthcare Alumni College lectures/panels discussion

11:20 AM–12:30 PM.

Healthcare Alumni College parallel conferences

11:30 AM–1:30 PM.

Lunch, commons

1:30 PM–3:30 PM.

Healthcare Alumni College lectures/panels discussion

3:00 PM–4:30 PM.

3:30 PM–4:30 PM.

Tour: Performing Arts Building

Please note that this tour is open only to the first 15 people who show up.

3:50 PM–5:00 PM.

Healthcare Alumni College parallel conferences

4:00 PM–5:00 PM.

Tour: Rarities in Reed's special collections. Note that this tour is open only to the first 16 people who show up.

5:00 PM–6:00 PM.

Egg the editor

Chris Lydgate ’90, editor of Reed magazine, will be manacled to a post for an hour, during which readers are invited to share their views about Reed and its role in the age of social media. Ovoid ammunition provided.

5:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Class of '63 Deck Party

Peter Henrickson ‘63 invites attendees from the class of '63 to his home for an evening of reminiscing and chatting. Beer and pizza are the main fare. (Peter lives about 20 minutes from campus, driving reasonably, in Vancouver. For directions and to RSVP, please email Peter at kphenrickson@gmail.com.)

5:30 PM–6:30 PM.

Knitfayre: Knitters of all ages and experience are invited to get their needles out with Theressa Silver ’93, Sally Neal Williams ’93, and Rachel Wolcott ’93.

Meet fellow Reed knitters and share your stories of UFOs, WIPs, and your ever-expanding stash. Crocheters and spinners most welcome. We will teach those who would like to learn.

5:30 PM–6:30 PM.

Dinner, commons

7:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Karaoke

Be a star! Queue up your song!

7:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Alumni movie house

7:30 PM–9:30 PM.

Reed stories—your turn
The impromptu storytelling sessions hosted by Cricket Parmalee '67 continue to be among the most popular activities at Reunions. Come share your Reed stories!

8:00 PM–10:00 PM.

Lecture TBA

9:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Camp Reed sing-along

Come down to the amphitheatre and bring your guitar or your voice and share in the music. Mateo Burtch ’82 will be our song leader for the evening.

Friday, June 14, 2013

8:00 AM–9:00 AM.

Breakfast

8:00 AM–12:00 AM.

Reedfayre Central open

9:00 AM–10:30 AM.

Healthcare Alumni College parallel conferences

9:00 AM–11:00 AM.

Art for kid's sake

Obleck as performance art, glitter, paint, googly eyes, random objects made with popsicle sticks, potato prints, pasta art, and maybe some pompoms. Bring your kids along for morning art fun. Make cool stuff. Bring your own smock. It will probably get messy. Protective eye-wear optional. With Erina Duganne '93, Anna White '95, and Rachel Wolcott '93.

10:50 AM–12:00 PM.

Healthcare Alumni College plenary session

11:00 AM–4:00 PM.

Used-book sale with Bill Nelson '62

For 50 years, Bill has been sharing his love of books with this used-book sale. Check it out and you might find a book that has your name in it or at least a copy of an old Hum favorite.

11:30 AM–1:30 PM.

Lunch

11:30 AM–1:30 PM.

Tour: Cartlandia food pod

Portland is a foodie town but it is not just fine dinning that has attracted all the attention. Portland food carts are at the leading edge of the chef's knife in great eating. Here is an easy way to sample some of the best food carts the city has to offer. The tour includes a shuttle ride to and from campus. Bring cash for your food. Space is limited; sign up at Reunions Central.

1:30 PM–2:30 AM.

Tour: Reed Canyon

Zac Perry, canyon specialist, leads this tour focusing on our own natural wonder. Learn about the fight against invasive species and the exciting restoration progress. Please wear outdoor shoes.

1:30 PM–3:30 PM.

Reed stories—your turn

The impromptu storytelling sessions hosted by Cricket Parmalee '67 continue to be among the most popular activities at Reunions. Come share your Reed stories!

2:00 PM–4:00 PM.

Tour: the Wunderland nickel arcade

Whether you are a kid, have kids, or are just a kid at heart, Wunderland Arcade has over 70 games to invest your pocket change in. The tour includes a shuttle ride to and from campus. Bring cash for games, food, and $2.75 admission. Space is limited; sign up at Reunions Central.

2:00 PM–4:00 PM.

Please join us for a special Reunions Scriptorium. Starting in September 2012, students, staff, faculty, and alumni have been participating in the revival of Reed's calligraphy tradition by attending the Reed Scriptorium. These weekly, extracurricular class sessions provide practice and instruction in the art of beautiful writing for all levels of experience—no previous experience is necessary and materials are also provided. Scriptorium is organized by Gregory MacNaughton ’89, education outreach and Calligraphy Initiative coordinator of the Douglas F. Cooley Memorial Art Gallery. Founded by Cooley Director Stephanie Snyder '91, the Calligraphy Initiative was made possible by a generous alumni donation in honor of Lloyd J. Reynolds.

2:00 PM–4:00 PM.

Knitfayre: Knitters of all ages and experience are invited to get their needles out with Theressa Silver ’93, Sally Neal Williams ’93, and Rachel Wolcott ’93.

Meet fellow Reed knitters and share your stories of UFOs, WIPs, and your ever-expanding stash. Crocheters and spinners most welcome. We will teach those who would like to learn.

2:15 PM–4:15 PM.

Chemistry Department reception honoring the retirement of Pat McDougal, the Howard Vollum Professor of Chemistry.

2:15 PM–4:15 PM.

Reed Values in the Non-Reed World

It's not easy being Reed. And it's not easy being a Reedie. The Class of '73 invites others to join them in a reception and a casual discussion and about life outside of the 100-acre wood we know and love.

2:15 PM–4:15 PM.

Explore Options for Act Two of Your Career

Ready to write a book? Run for public office? Leave your public service job of 20 years to get a PhD in art history? Join us for a Pau Hana Friday to explore the options for the second part of your career. Taking our lead from Pele, Goddess of creative power, passion, and purpose, we invite you to consider the possibilities for the second half of your career. (It's a little known fact that the Greek Gods regularly retreated to the Mauna Kea to consider their career options.) In addition to providing light pupus and a no-host bar, we've organized a panel of alumni who have successfully navigated a significant change in their careers. There will be an opportunity to discuss topics with like-minded alumni, such as balancing family and work, spicing up one's occupation, and considering something new and different. Join us for an afternoon of celebration, contemplation and rejuvenation. Mahalo.

2:30 PM–3:30 PM.

Yoga class
All ages and experience level welcome. Taught by Kathy Ketman ’68.

3:00 PM–4:00 PM.

Alumni Gatekeepers/Keymasters and Reed Admission

Reed Admission officer Crockett Marr ’06 demystifies the admission process. This is an open session intended to look candidly at Reed's admission process. Do we sleuth candidates in cyberspace? Do we have minimum (even de facto minimum) test scores or GPAs? Are we “need blind”? Bring questions. Future Reedies are welcome. In particular we will look at the use of alumni interviewers in the recruitment and evaluation process. Reed alumni are gatekeepers in that they assess the intellectual chops and social fit of applicants. But alumni are also keymasters, because candidates are judged largely on their ability to “get Reed” and make the case that they understand and seek Reed's formidable academics. What better way to get Reed than an hour-long sit-down with a bona fide alumnus/a?

3:00 PM–4:00 PM.

Tour: Lloyd Reynolds in Reed's special collections

Note that this tour is only open to the first 16 people who show up.

3:30 PM–4:30 PM.

Tour: Performing Arts Building Please note that this tour is open only to the first 15 people who show up.

4:30 PM–5:30 PM.

Fanfayre

At this eighth-annual kick-off event we are pleased to feature Eduardo Ochoa ’73 (former assistant secretary for higher education) speaking on his reflections on current issues in higher education. The college and the alumni association will also honor Konrad Alt ‘81 as this year's recipient of the Jean L. Babson Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service. We will also say thank you to the following retirees: Gregory Eibel, Instrument Machinist, Physics; Ülker Gökberk, Professor of German; Patrick McDougal, Howard Vollum Professor, Chemistry; William Ray, John and Elizabeth Yeon Professor, French & Humanities; and Ellen Stauder, David Eddings Professor, English & Humanities.

4:30 PM–6:30 PM.

Class of ’83 event, Gigantic Brewing Company, 5224 SE 26th Avenue

Kick off the 30th class reunion and enjoy time to mingle with your classmates. Gigantic is co-owned by Van Havig ’92 and offers the “best damn IPA in Portland” and their “effort, imagination, and dry wit are in every bottle.”

5:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Kids at Reunions

Provided by Creative Childcare Solutions, Inc. includes dinner. Please pick up your child no later than 11 p.m. Children must be registered in advance. On-site registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis by contacting Michelle Davenport at Creative Childcare Solutions, www.munchkincare.com or 503/819-5554.

6:00 PM–8:00 PM.

Dinner with faculty

Sit with faculty and classmates and enjoy an array of Pacific Northwest fare

7:30 PM–10:00 PM.

After dinner music

• 7:30–8:30 p.m. Lauren Sheehan ‘81 and the music of the Kalamazoo Gals

We are fortunate to have Lauren return but with a performance twist: her new project on the women who worked in the Gibson Guitar factory during World War II as a musical collaborator. Hear the story of these remarkable women and hear the music that emerged on the new CD about the project. Learn more by clicking here.

• 8:45–10 p.m. Kyle Thayer ‘80 and the Irish trio

Kyle returns to perform and brings two special guests from Ireland. Ann Kirrane has a captivating voice and is skilled at gospel, traditional, Irish ballads, and jazz standards—blended with exceptional concertina playing. Gerry Hanley joins in on the accordion. He was a regular on the Galway music scene in the '80s and '90s and has returned to the studio to record a new album. Together with Kyle's guitar, these three fine musicians will enchant and engage.

8:00 PM–9:00 PM.

Thomas Lamb Eliot Award presentation and lecture, Barbara Ehrenreich ’63

We are honored that this year, the Thomas Lamb Eliot Award for Lifetime Achievement by a Reed College Graduate is going to Barbara Alexander Ehrenreich '63. A noted public intellectual and social critic, Ehrenreich will receive the award and deliver remarks in a public lecture.

8:00 PM–10:00 PM.

Folk dancing

This doubles as a PE credit, but whether you are familiar with the steps or not, join in this reunions staple. Jim Kahan ‘64 and others will keep your feet moving to the music and build community along the way.

8:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Laugh Track with Adam Gropman '89, Dr. Demento, aka Barry Hansen '63, and other performers TBA

8:00 PM–12:00 AM.

Alumni movie house

8:00 PM–12:00 AM.

Hold ’em poker tournament

Come see if you know when to hold ’em and know when to fold ’em at this event hosted by Mark Humphrey ’85. (Late entrants allowed, but only until 8:30 p.m. Thereafter, entrants are only eligible for open play, not the tourney.)

8:00 PM–1:00 AM.

Boar’s Head Revisited Café and karaoke: refreshments available by concession, commons café

10:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Camp Reed group sing-along

We’ll roast marshmallows and make s’mores in the spectacular setting and sing a host of tunes with song leader Lauren Sheehan ’81 and friends

10:00 PM–1:00 AM.

Karaoke

10:30 PM–12:00 AM.

Stop Making Sense video-dance party sponsored by the class of ’08

Of course David Byrne isn't a Reedie (his loss), but Reedies of the last decade love to pack the SU and dance to this musical classic. Join the crowd as its is played on the big screen. Dancing required!

Saturday, June 15, 2013

8:00 AM–9:00 AM.

Breakfast, commons

8:00 AM–12:00 AM.

Reedfayre Central open

9:00 AM–10:00 AM.

Yoga class
A gentle way to start the last full day of Reedfayre. All ages and experience level welcome. Taught by Kathy Ketman ’68.

9:00 AM–10:00 AM.

Archery class

Try your hand at archery once again, just like back in the days of Olde Reed. (Thanks to Dick Lingelser '55 for the great idea.)

9:00 AM–11:00 AM.

Art for kid's sake

10:15 AM–11:30 AM.

Panel discussion on Reed College today with President John R. Kroger and senior staff

Join President John R. Kroger along with the Dean of the Faculty Nigel Nicholson, Vice President/Dean of Student Services Mike Brody, and the Dean for Institutional Diversity and Associate Professor, Creative Writing Crystal Williams in a panel discussion on Reed College today and how they see Reed College moving forward. This is part of the year long process Reed is undertaking in strategic planning.

11:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Come play croquet, volleyball, and/or badminton with your friends

11:30 PM–1:30 PM.

Lunch, commons

12:00 PM–1:30 PM.

Foster-Scholz Club & Annual Recognition Luncheon

This event will include the Distinguished Awards for Service to Ted Reich '51 and Barbara Weeks Shettler '50, a welcome to the Class of ’73 which is joining the club this year, and a talk on Duke Ellington by Professor David Schiff, R. P. Wollenberg Professor, Music.

1:00 PM–2:00 PM.

Tour: Tunnels on campus, meet in front of the Physical Plant stairs

Walking shoes are strongly suggested; no flip-flops or sandals please. (Note that this tour is open only to the first 25 people who show up.)

1:00 PM–2:00 PM.

When Type A’s Retire: Pitfalls, warnings, hopes, and dreams

Don Asher '83, author and career expert, presents on what happens when hard-driving careerists hang up their hats. Pre-retirees spend millions of dollars planning the financial side of their later years, but invest very little effort into considering what will actually make them happy. Asher will explain how we manufacture meaning and attitudes about work and leisure, how the energy of Type A people can be redirected, and he'll share some surprising stories of success and radical transformation.

1:30 PM–5:00 PM.

CARNIVAL

Cosmic Face painting by Sascha Gordon
"Not your average Joe" Mishkin, balloon artist
Games: Clown beanbag toss, pop-o-shot, and balloon dart wall
Rojo & Smokey, the therapy llamas

MUSIC

1:30–2:15 p.m., Portland Taiko demonstration

Portland Taiko is an award-winning Asian American drumming ensemble. Rhythm, melody, and movement are woven together into an exhilarating musical experience and they bring their special talents to Reed.

http://portlandtaiko.dreamhosters.com

2:30–3:15 p.m., Scott Foster '77

Acclaimed big-band guitarist Scott Foster '77 is joined by Portland jazz violinist James Mason as they swing through the Great American Songbook. Bring your dancing shoes!

3:30–4:15 p.m., Kyle Thayer '80

Kyle, Ann, and Gerry fill the air with Irish music accompanied on the Accordion and concertina.

1:30 PM.

Class photo for the Class of ’63/50th reunion

1:30 PM–2:30 PM.

Tour: Nuclear reactor (also repeats at 2:30 p.m.)

Reed College has the only nuclear reactor in the nation that is operated primarily by undergraduates. Licensed students use it for thesis projects and to increase their understanding of radiation and radioactivity.

1:30 PM–2:30 PM.

Tour: Reed Canyon

Zac Perry, canyon specialist, leads this tour focusing on our own natural wonder. Learn about the fight against invasive species and the exciting restoration progress. Please wear outdoor shoes.

1:30 PM–2:30 PM.

Deborah J. Ross '68 reads from her latest science-fiction novel, Collaborators, a tale of occupation and resistance, conspiracies, rebellions, gender, sexuality, and power.

1:30 PM–3:00 PM.

Class of '88 Oral History Interview on the occasion of their 25th reunion.

1:30 PM–3:30 PM.

Bowling

Back in days of yore, rolling a bowling ball down the third floor of Eliot Hall was a popular pastime (especially of a certain former president and his staff). We’re reprising that activity. Check it out!

1:30 PM–5:30 PM.

Music & more TBA

1:45 PM.

Class photo for the classes of 55th–75th reunions

2:00 PM–3:00 PM.

Tour campus with Ed McFarlane, vice president/treasurer

Help kick off Ed McFarlane's final year as VP/Treasurer as he guides you around the campus and provides commentary on the ways the campus has changed during his remarkable 40–year tenure.

2:00 PM–3:30 PM.

Class of '63 Oral History Interview on the occasion of their 50th reunion.

2:30 PM.

Tour: Nuclear reactor

3:00 PM–5:00 PM.

Gastronomy Northwest

Enjoy this food and drink showcase featuring Reed-related chefs, bakers, growers, harvesters, vintners, brewers, distillers, and others who grace the food industry. Sample and purchase products from David Autrey '89 and Amy Wesselman '91 of the Westrey Wine Company, Stephanie Bastek '13 of Uncommon, Mark Bitterman '95 of The Meadow, Mark Campbell of Root 56, Bob Combs '90 of Combs Honey Farm, Peter M. Gladheart of Winters Hill Vineyard, Emily Johnson '02 of George Paul Vinegar, Steve McCarthy '66 and Lucinda Parker McCarthy '66 of Clear Creek Distillery, Arthur Perley '78 of Big Magic Winewyrks, Lisa Saldana '94 and Steven Saldana of Woodland Empire Craft Ale, Diane Vireday '89 of Sweetrock Farm Swiss Bakery & Herbary, and Daniel Thomas '89 of Xico.

3:00 PM–4:00 PM.

“On the Care and Well-Being of Notes"

A piano recital by Ben Ross '89 will feature not only a complete (!) Mozart sonata but a bit of Beethoven as well . . .

4:00 PM–5:30 PM.

A time to honor Dave Weinstock ‘92, brilliant soul, drummer, and dreamer

Please join us to celebrate the life of Dave Weinstock '92. All are welcomed to speak, share readings, or play music. We will conclude with a New Orleans-style jazz funeral second line parade. The costumes, dancing, and upbeat tone of second line parades originates in the distinctive New Orleans tradition of jazz funerals. Please bring an instrument for the parade. For questions, please contact Rob Stein '91 at smileyrob68@gmail.com or Jessica Benjamin '93 at jlbmedia@earthlink.net.

4:00 PM–5:30 PM.

Class photos

Class photos are available to the milestone classes and anyone else who identifies with that class. Please show up five minutes prior to your scheduled photo to line up.

4 p.m. class of ’68
4:10 p.m. class of ’73
4:20 p.m. class of ’78
4:30 p.m. class of ’83
4:40 p.m. class of ’88
4:50 p.m. class of ’93
5 p.m. class of ’98
5:10 p.m. class of ’03
5:20 classes of ’08 & ’13

4:00 PM–5:30 PM.

Bowling in Eliot third-floor hallway

Back in days of yore, rolling a bowling ball down the hall of Eliot’s third floor was a popular pastime (especially of a certain former president and his staff). We’re reprising that activity. Check it out.

5:00 PM–5:40 PM.

Reed Reunions fourth-annual Alcoholics Anonymous meeting

All recovery programs, family, and friends welcome. Info at reediesinrecovery@gmail.com.

5:45 PM–6:00 PM.

All-class parade

Wear your favorite Reed t-shirt or other memorabilia, grab a kazoo, enjoy the surprises along the way, and join in the fun!

6:00 PM–8:00 PM.

All-class dinner with Grant Raddon '92 and Lost Creek

Grant and his bluegrass buddies add atmosphere to the evening with their music.

7:00 PM–11:00 PM.

Kids at Reunions

Provided by Creative Childcare Solutions, Inc. Does not include dinner. Please pick up your child no later than 11 p.m. Children must be registered in advance. On-site registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis by contacting Michelle Davenport at Creative Childcare Solutions, www.munchkincare.com or 503/819-5554.

8:00 PM–9:15 PM.

Michael O’Rourke ’66 presents Woody Guthrie, the Columbia River Gorge, and the Bonneville Power Administration

Enjoy the story of how Michael O'Rourke ‘66 and Bill Murlin discovered and brought back to life the music of Woody Guthrie's short but productive stint writing songs for the Bonneville Power Administration. Program includes stories, a video, and a sing-along.

8:00 PM–9:45 PM.

Tezeta

Many of the members of the group that rocked Portland in the 90s, the Five Fingers of Funk, have reformed and now get folks dancing with music in a Ethiopian rock style. Get ready to dance!

8:00 PM–12:00 AM.

Reed’s Rockin’ Roller Rink

Head on over to skate the light fantastic to some of your favorite tunes. Skates are provided; please remember to bring a pair of socks.

8:00 PM–1:00 AM.

Boar’s Head Revisited Café and karaoke: refreshments available by concession, commons café

9:45 PM–10:00 PM.

Fireworks

Enjoy the grand finale of Reedfayre ’13

10:00 PM–11:30 PM.

Ural Thomas

And after the fireworks, one of the most interesting and iconic musicians takes the stage. Dance to the music of Ural Thomas.

10:15 PM–12:00 AM.

Talent show

Here's your chance to perform for your friends and fellow alumni. Mateo Burch '82 emcees this traditional reunions event. Sign up in advance to be part of this wild and wooly show.