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Reunion Weekend 2007
June 1-3, 2007

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FROM THE ALUMNI DIRECTOR

It is my pleasure to kick off the excitement and anticipation surrounding Siena’s reunion activities and welcome you back to campus for a weekend to remember. I hope Reunion Weekend allows you to connect with classmates as well as graduates in years before and after you. Please encourage all your Siena friends to return to campus for the weekend.

While the campus you may remember has changed in many ways, Siena is still the school you fondly remember. Reunion Weekend is a time to take a trip down memory lane while enjoying the growth and excellence of campus that keeps current students engaged just as you were so many years ago. I look forward to seeing you on campus in June and wish you all the joy and happiness Reunion Weekend can bring our alumni.

-Nate Maloney ‘00

 

FRIDAY, JUNE 1

9:00 am
Golf Tournament
at Briar Creek

The Sise Family guarantees a good time as they host their 14th Siena Alumni Reunion Tournament! Form your own foursome or gamble a bit and get paired with a mix of alumni returning for Reunion. Either way, it’s a great value for your $80/person fee, which includes green fees, cart, tournament memento, continental breakfast, on-course lunch & beverages, grilled chicken barbeque dinner, and tournament prizes. All alumni are invited to participate, however, preference will be given to reunion class years. Join the fun!
9:00am: Registration and Continental Breakfast
10:00am: Shotgun Start (Scramble Format)
2:30pm: Chicken BBQ & Awards Ceremony

2:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Registration
in the Sarazen Student Union

Welcome back to Loudonville! We’re looking forward to seeing you enjoy Reunion Weekend 2007. For your information, registration headquarters will be set up in the lobby of the Sarazen Student Union. Please register and receive your room assignment before unloading your luggage. Everyone attending Reunion 2007 should register.

3:00 pm
Walking Tour of Campus
Departing from McGuire Hall

What is the Raub Trading Room in the Hickey Financial Center? How is the Morrell Science Center joined with Roger Bacon? What’s replaced those stinky bathrooms in the basement of the Dawson Library? There are lots of changes on campus! Meet up with our expert tour guides in front of McGuire Hall for an hour-long look at the progress Siena has made since your days on campus.

6:00 pm
50th Class Dinner
Serra Hall, West Room

Join familiar faces lit with the same youthful twinkle you remember so well for this momentous occasion. When receiving your 50th Reunion Medallion, you will be harkened back to your confident stride as you approached the podium to receive your degree a half century ago. Experience that pride again as you and your classmates are welcomed back to campus as the Golden Saints! A class photo for 1957 Golden Saints will be taken following the ceremony. Complimentary for 1957 alumni. Guests are $60.00 per person. 

9:00 pm
Late Night in Sarazen
in the Maloney Great Room

Kick off your weekend at an event you won’t soon forget. Join alumni from all anniversary classes in The Sarazen Student Union for a one-of-a-kind Siena event. You’ll be propelled back to your time as an undergraduate. While reuniting with your classmates, enjoy fantastic finger foods and grab a "cold one" at the cash bar. This is one event you definitely don’t want to miss. Start the weekend out right and set the tone for the coming festivities

Saturday, June 2 

9:00 am
Fun Run and Walk
ARC Parking Lot

An invigorating way to start the day and see the beautiful Siena Campus with all its additions and renovations. Prizes will be offered to the top female and male runners. Please arrive 15 minutes early to register.

9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Registration
in the Sarazen Student Union

See information under Friday, June 1.

10:00 am
CLASSES OF 1942, 1947, 1952 & 1957
Sarazen Student Union, Maloney Great Room

Enjoy the President’s Champagne Brunch compliments of the College and be recognized for your return to campus.

10:00 am
President’s Champagne Brunch and Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony
in the Maloney Great Room.

Fr. Kevin Mullen, O.F.M. '75 hosts a special brunch in honor of the 2007 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients and to thank current members of the President’s Circle for their leadership support of the Annual Fund. Complimentary to Distinguished Alumni Recipients, President’s Circle Members, and members of the classes celebrating reunions of 50 years or more. 

Award Recipients

Fr. Benjamin Kuhn, O.F.M. Award for Contributions to the College
Barbara A. Vertefeuille ‘62** &Christopher J. Madden ‘77
**Posthumously 

Professor Joseph A. Buff Award for Career Achievement
Arthur M. Strosberg ‘62 &
Douglas T. Hickey ‘77

Professor Egon Plager Award for Humanitarian Effort
Francis X. Bice ‘82

 

11:00 am
Walking Tour of Campus
Departing from Padua Hall

What is the Raub Trading Room in the Hickey Financial Center? How is the Morrell Science Center joined with Roger Bacon? What’s replaced those stinky bathrooms in the basement of the Dawson Library? There are lots of changes on campus! Meet up with our expert tour guides in front of McGuire Hall for an hour-long look at the progress Siena has made since your days on campus.

11:45 am
Estate Planning Seminar
in the Molinari Room
"Leaving Something For Everyone But Uncle Sam!"
Learn the techniques that will put more money in the pockets of your loved ones and your favorite charities rather than in the government’s! Presented by
John R. Sise ’75, Esq., Director of Planned Giving.

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Family Picnic
in the Academic Quad

The Franciscan Friars are our hosts for this fun-filled event for the entire family. Enjoy food fresh off the grill, and show your school spirit by wearing your Siena gear. A variety of children’s activities will be available, including Mr. Bouncy Bounce, a petting zoo and pony rides. The Mike Gilman Dance Show (w/ Mark Ives '78) will be providing music at the picnic for the 19th consecutive year!

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
ROTC OPEN HOUSE
Serra Hall ROTC Offices

Come by and see how Army ROTC at Siena College has become one of the best programs in the Nation. Register as an Alumni of the Mohawk Battalion and receive an honorary membership coin. Catch up on the latest news from old friends.

12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
12:00 noon- Academic Session #1, Siena Hall 122
FRANCISCAN HISTORY IN THE CAPITAL REGION & THE FOUNDING OF SIENA COLLEGE

Join resident historian, Fr. Dan Dwyer, OFM ‘74, as he shares the history of the Franciscan Friars establishment in New York’s Capital Region and the founding of Siena College.

12:30 pm- Academic Session #2, Siena Hall 106
Franciscanism & WillIam Kennedy’s Writings

Dr. Bulger will discuss his new course, Franciscanism and Literature. He will particularly emphasize how Siena’s emphasis on the teachings of Saint Francis influenced the writings of William Kennedy, Siena class of 1949. He will also look at how St. Francis was portrayed by such great writers as Dante and Shakespeare and he will assess how current Siena students reacted to this exposure to Franciscanism.
Presented by Dr. Tom Bulger, Professor of English

1:00 pm- Academic Session #3, Roger Bacon Hall 340
Computer Science Capstone Discussion

The Computer Science Department has passed its 25th anniversary and has occupied the third floor of Roger Bacon Hall for over three years. Thanks to the continued support of the College and the generous support of benefactors, the department’s hardware, software, laboratories, and faculty have kept up with changing technologies and expectations by graduate schools and employers. Come hear how the curriculum has changed; take a look at the facilities; hear about what the faculty are doing; and see the accomplishments of students in the Software Engineering courses. Presented by Dr. Timoth Lederman, Professor of Computer Science

1:30 pm- Academic Session #4, Siena Hall 3rd Floor South
Hickey Financial Center Demonstration

The doors to the Hickey Financial Technology Center and the Raub Trading Room have been open for nearly two years. This technologically advanced facility is one of only a handful in the country. Join this session to see the powerful impact this center is having on our current students. Presented by Mr. Tony Pondillo ‘65, Assistant Dean of the School of Business.

2:00 pm- Academic Session #5, Siena Hall 106
1937
Presented by Tom Kelly, Professor Emeritus, History 

2:30 pm
Walking Tour of Campus
Departing from Padua Hall

Meet up with our expert tour guides in front of McGuire Hall for an hour-long look at the progress Siena has made since your days on campus.

5:00 pm
Alumni Memorial Mass

in St. Mary of the Angles Chapel
 Join alumni at a special mass of remembrance for dearly departed classmates and alumni. Fr. President Kevin Mullen will celebrate this mass and all our alumni priests are welcome to join him. All are invited to attend this moving memorial to those who have gone before us.

5:30 pm
CLASS OF 1982 THANK YOU PARTY
Dapps, Spring Street, Watervliet

The Class of 1982 has set a goal to raise $82,000 to restore Siena Hall’s Gold Dome. All classmates who make a gift/pledge of $1,000 or more (payable over 5 years) will be invited to a special cocktail party at Siena’s longtime, favorite place. . .DAPPS!

6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
CLASS DINNER EVENTS
Locations vary

Class of 1962- West Room, Serra Hall

Join your classmates for an evening of great conversation and reacquainted friendships. Enjoy a great cocktail hour and a lavish dinner buffet. Open bar. Business casual dress. $50 per person.

Class of 1967- McGuire Hall Lawn
Classmates are invited to an traditional New England Clam Steam and BBQ! This will be a great time to see old friends and share stories. Open bar. Casual dress. $50 per person.

Class of 1972- Boland Room, Fr. Ben Kuhn House
The catering staff has prepared a wonderful dinner buffet of Chicken Marsala, Eggplant Roulades and Teryaki Seared Salmon! Join your classmates for a great evening. Open bar. Business attire. $40 per person.

Class of 1977- Foy Hall
Reunite with your classmates and travel down memory lane. Enjoy upscale hors d’oeuvres, pasta and carving stations. Open bar. Business casual dress. $50 per person.

Class of 1982- Maloney Great Room
*Starts at 7:00 PM

Your 25th Reunion Committee has planned a great evening! Return to campus from Dapps or join up with your classmates to continue the party. Pasta, carving, salad and dessert stations will fill the Maloney Great Room. Open bar. Business casual dress. $50 per person.

Class of 1987- St. Francis House
The historic setting of the 1930’s era St. Francis House awaits classmates returning for a great time. Start off with cocktails, then, feast on a savory dinner buffet complete with open bar. Business casual dress. $50 per person.

Class of 1992- Upper Level, Serra Hall
Gather with your classmates in "The New Saga!" You’ll be amazed by the transformation of this building. Enjoy upscale hors d’oeuvre and carving and pasta stations. Open bar. Business casual dress. $50 per person.

Class of 1997- Residence Quad Tent
Classmates gather under a tent filled with fun. Each corner will feature a specialty bar- wine, beer, martini and cocktails. The center island will be covered with mouthwatering mega munchies! Open Bar. Casual attire. $50 per person.

Class of 2002- Lower Level, Serra Hall
"Back to school" is the theme the committee was thinking when they planned this high energy party. Enjoy crazy finger foods, beer, wine and soda. (Cash bar for liquor.) Casual attire. $30 per person.

 

9:00 pm
All Alumni Bash
ARC

Join all our alumni in the ARC for a HUGE celebration to cap off Reunion Weekend. Live music by the Refrigerators, cash bar and late night snacks!

 

Sunday, June 3

8:00 am – 12:00 noon
Farewell Brunch
Sarazen Student Union Maloney Great Room

Take one last chance to reminisce before departing campus. This brunch is complimentary to our guests in Padua & Plassmann Halls. $10 for all other guests.

11:30 am - 12:30 pm
SUNDAY MASS

The Class of 1982 welcomes all alumni to this special mass celebrated by Fr. Ken Paulli, OFM ‘82 in honor of their 25th Class Reunion.

 

 

Reunion 2007: Coming Back & Giving Back!

25th Anniversary Giving: Annual Fund+
25th Anniversary Reunion Giving: Annual Fund PLUS...
Members of the Class of 1982, in marking their 25th Anniversary milestone, will lead the way in helping Alumni to think about Siena in a different way—as an important part of their long-term giving/ philanthropy. Members of the Class of 1982 are asked to make personal meaningful gifts to both the Annual Fund and to the Class of 1982 Reunion Gift Project.  A committee composed of Class of ’82 members have identified the restoration of the Siena Hall Dome as their class project.  The Class goal is to raise $82,000 in support of this project.  For more information or how to give, please contact Nathan Maloney '00 in the Alumni Relations Office.

5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, 50th, 55th, 60th, & 65th

Anniversary Reunions: 
In honor of your anniversary year reunion, your class is working together to make a significant Class Gift to Siena College s Annual Fund. The Annual Fund is essential for continued excellence and growth at Siena. Reunion Class Gifts are a crucial component of this support and provide you with a chance to make Siena an important part of your philanthropy from this point onward. Every gift counts! You can make a gift via the Reunion Registration form or by contacting the Annual Fund office at 1-888-SIENA4U and online at
www.siena.edu/annualfund. For more information on Reunion Giving, click on the Reunion Giving Link on the Annual Fund homepage.

 

REGISTRATION
The deadline to register is Monday, May 21, 2007.  All registrations after the due date are subject to a $20 processing fee. 


ALUMNI WELCOME CENTER
in The Sarazen Student Union

Welcome back!
Upon arrival, your first stop should be to the Sarazen Student Union, formerly the Dawson Library. Here you can meet current students and the Alumni Relations staff, pick up tickets, room keys, your name tag (s) and grab a snack. The Alumni Welcome Center will be staffed throughout the weekend at the times indicated. Don’t hesitate to stop by if you have a question or just to say hello! We look forward to seeing you there.

LODGING
Campus Accommodations are in Padua Hall and if necessary additional housing will be made available in an additional residence hall.  All campus accommodations are on a first come, first serve basis. The rate is $75 per person for all or part of the weekend.

w Bedding and towels are provided in each room.

w Children may stay for free in parent’s room, but must bring sleeping bags and pillows.

w No campus lodging will be available without advanced reservation by Monday,  May 21st.

Local accommodations have been blocked out at these fine hotels. Reservations must made by date indicated. Please mention you’re part of the Siena College Group.

74 State 518-434-7410
State Street, Albany- 15% Off Room Rate
This Hotel is owned by Siena Alumnus, Dan Sleasman ’68

The Century House 518-785-0931
Rt. 9, Latham- $109 per night, reserve by April 1st, 2007

Courtyard by Marriott 518-482-8800
Wolf Road, Albany- $114 per night, reserve by May 1st

The Desmond Hotel 800-448-3500
Albany Shaker Rd, Albany- $129 per night, reserve by May 1st

Hampton Inn & Suites Albany Airport 518-782-7500
British American Blvd, Latham- $109 per night, reserve by May 1st

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Albany 518-275-4511
Chapel Street, Albany- $109 per night, reserve by May 1st

The Holiday Inn 518-458-7250
Wolf Road, Albany- $99 per night, reserve by May 1st

Holiday Inn Express 518-783-6161
Route 9, Latham- $129 per night, reserve by May 1st

The Marriott 800-831-4004
Wolf Road, Albany- $99 per night, reserve by May 1st

The Wingate 518-869-9100
Old Wolf Road, Latham- $110 per night, reserve by May 1st

 

RESTAURANTS

Angelo’s 677 Prime, Albany  518-42-PRIME
DeFazio’s Pizzeria, Troy       518-271-1111
LaSerre, Albany                   518-463-6056
Lombardo’s, Albany            518-462-9180
Marché                               518-434-7410
McGuire’s, Albany               518-463-2100
Milano, Loudonville            518-783-3334
Provence, Albany                 518-689-7777
Scrimshaw, Loudonville       518-452-5801
Testo’s, Troy                      518-235-0444
Vanilla Bean, Latham          518-782-2326

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