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Class of 1990-30th Reunion
June 18–21, 2020

Class Headquarters: Moore Plateau Tent

($) Indicates separate charge not included in class reunion fee
(D) Indicates College-sponsored activities
(*) Indicates affinity or other non-class group-sponsored gatherings

Thursday, June 18

Registration open from 1-9 p.m.
30th Reunion Tent

5–6 p.m.
Friends of Bill W. Fellowship (D)

Room 213, Baker Library

6:30–7:30 p.m.
Welcome Reception

Welcome back, Class of 1990! Grab a drink and find a long-lost friend (or 2…or 3…) for some pre-dinner socializing.
Class Tent

7:30–9 p.m.
Welcome Dinner

Enjoy fun, casual South of the Border fare from our favorite 25th Reunion caterer, Maple Street Catering.
Class Tent

9–11 p.m.
Class Socializing

Come ease into Reunion with an 80s playlist and class slideshow.
Class Tent

Friday, June 19

Registration open from 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Class Tent

7–9 a.m.
Full Breakfast Buffet

The name has changed, but the former Thayer Dining Hall is still an all-you-can-eat buffet, with everything from cereals and fruits to made-to-order omelet and waffle stations. Use the voucher in your registration packet to enter. There’s something, and more, for everyone. Kids welcome.
Class of 1953 Commons

9–10 a.m.
Dartmouth Underground: Steam Tunnel and Power Plant Tour (D)

Led by Chief Operating Engineer William Riehl and limited to 35 guests.
Meet at North Side of Heating Plant, Facing New Hampshire Hall

10:30–11:30 a.m.
Back to Class:  Arts at the College
Mary Lou Aleskie and John Stomberg

The Hopkins Center, Hood Museum of Art, and Black Family Visual Arts Center form the core of a strong and growing arts district focused on creativity at Dartmouth. The talk will focus on the ways the spaces are utilized to convene arts faculty, students, and visiting artists for greater and deeper collaborations. Mary Lou Aleskie, Director of the Hopkins Center for the Arts and John Stomberg, the Virginia Rice Kelsey 1961s Director of the Hood Museum, will provide an overview of the exciting expansions and innovations taking place at both the Hopkins Center and the Hood Museum. Enrico Riley ’95, professor of studio art, Ashely Fure, associate professor of music, and Jami Powell, associate curator of Native American Art at the Hood Museum, will join in a conversation with John and Mary Lou to discuss the ways the arts collaborate on campus in each of their respective disciplines.
Moore Theater, Hopkins Center for the Performing Arts

10:30-11:30 a.m.
Class of 1990 Professor Lecture: The Happiness Curve

Ever wonder about the science behind happiness? Join Dr. David G Blanchflower, Bruce V. Rauner 1978 Professor of Economics, as he discusses trends in happiness and what might be around the corner for the Class of 1990. (Hint: good stuff is coming!)
003 Rockefeller Center

Noon–1:15 p.m.
Lunch

This buffet luncheon features both a slider station and a homemade "mac & cheese bar" with all the trimmings, as well as flavorful salads and so much more.
Rockefeller Center Courtyard (Rain location: West Gym)

1-3 p.m.
Informal Class Gatherings

Want to reconnect with folks from your freshman dorm, LSA/FSA, or major? We have the solution! Meet at the class tent and fill out a sign to identify, and gather, your group.
Class Tent

1-3 p.m.
Self-Guided Tour of the Hood Museum

Need a break from all the fun? Want to see a stunning and thoughtful array of art? Please visit the Hood Museum for a self-guided tour. This is a must-see.
Hood Museum

1–3 p.m.
Baker Bell Tower Open House (D)

Self-guided visit. 150 free tickets will be distributed beginning at 2 p.m., in numbered groups of 10. Groups will take the tour in order of their group number from 2–4:30 p.m. Each tour will take approximately 10 minutes to ascend, take in the beautiful views, and descend. Each person must be able to navigate many steep steps and a ladder on his/her own.
Meet at the Baker Library Information Desk

1–4:15 p.m.
Navigating College Admissions and Financial Aid (D)

1–3 p.m. Navigating College Admissions
3:15–4:15 p.m. Financial Aid and Paying for College

These sessions are designed to familiarize parents and their college-bound children in grades 9–11 with the national college admission and financial aid processes. Ideally, students should start planning for college early in their high school career, ensuring a comprehensive plan for their high school courses, extracurricular activities, and how to approach the college search process.

Registration is required and you can sign up for one of both of these programs using this link. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Ambassador Program at 603-646-3169 or aap@dartmouth.edu.
Oopik ’78 Auditorium, Life Sciences Center

2–3:30 p.m.
Bartlett Tower Open Hours (D)

Climb the 86 steps to the top of the 71-foot-tall stone structure built in the 1800s.
Bartlett Tower

3–5 p.m.
Academic Open Houses (D)

3:30–4:30 p.m.
Back to Class: TBD (D)

4:30–5:30 p.m.
Volunteer Presentation of Reunion Class Gifts to President Philip J. Hanlon ’77 and Gail Gentes ’77a (D)

By Invitation

4:45–6 p.m.
Design Your Life: Design Thinking Workshop (D)

What do you want to be when you grow up? We might get older but this question certainly doesn't. Join Gabrielle Santa-Donato '09 from the Stanford Life Design Lab to generate ideas and get creative about your future. In this workshop, we will each craft three different five-year journeys from now onwards that you can use to navigate your way forward.
Alumni Hall

5–6 p.m.
Professional School Receptions (D)

5–6 p.m.
Friends of Bill W. Fellowship (D)

Room 213, Baker Library

6–7 p.m.
Class Reception

Ever wonder what FYSEP stands for and why it is one of our class-sponsored programs? As we ease into reunion weekend we will hear from FYSEP students and our classmate Jay Davis who coordinates the program.
Blunt Lawn (Rain location: West Gym)

7–9 p.m.
Class Dinner

Enjoy the views of the Green and Baker Library from McNutt Lawn while we dine on an Italian feast buffet of antipasti, chicken marsala, asparagus risotto, and rich Italian desserts. This is an adults-only event.
Blunt Lawn (Rain location: West Gym)

9 p.m.–Midnight
Class Party!

It’s officially 80s night! Dust off your skinny ties and pointy shoes. Come dance the night away with a DJ and make some photo booth memories. If that isn’t enticing enough, we will be featuring EBA’s chicken sandwiches along with beverages of all types. ‘Nuff said. Don’t miss out!
Class Tent

Saturday, June 20

Registration open from 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Class Tent

8–8:45 a.m.
Class of 1990 Fun Run

Calling all runners, walkers, and rollers! Join classmate Mike Kanarick for a fun run, walk, or roll around the campus. All ages and abilities welcome.
Class Tent

8–8:45 a.m.
Yoga on the Green (open to all classes) (D)

8:30–10 a.m.
Breakfast (D)

Coffee will be available at 8 a.m., and starting at 8:30 a.m., enjoy a “make your own yogurt parfait” bar along with fresh fruit and pastries to start your day off right.
Class Tent

8:30–10 a.m.
Women of Dartmouth Breakfast (D)

Top of the Hop

9–10 a.m.
Dartmouth LGBTQIA+ Alum Association Annual Reunion Breakfast *

Enjoy breakfast with the Dartmouth Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Alumni/ae Association.
Hinman Forum, Rockefeller Center

9–10 a.m.
Dartmouth Underground: Steam Tunnel and Power Plant Tour (D)

Led by Chief Operating Engineer William Riehl and limited to 35 guests.
Meet at North Side of Heating Plant, Facing New Hampshire Hall

9-10:30 a.m.
Bartlett Tower Open Hours (D)

Climb the 86 steps to the top of the 71-foot-tall stone structure built in the 1800s.
Bartlett Tower

10:30–11:30 a.m.
Presidential Address (D)

Spaulding Auditorium

12:15–1:30 p.m.
Lunch with the Class of 1995

Grab your family and head to Thayer for an “Around the Girdled Earth” dining experience that we are co-hosting with the Class of 1995. Make some new friends at the All-American grill, over the Asian sauté station, or at one of the many other food stations available.
Class of 1953 Commons (formerly Thayer Dining Hall)

1:30–2:30 p.m.
Memorial Service

We will be led by Angela McConney Scheepers '90 and Tony Jones '90 to remember and reflect upon classmates who have passed. Please come and celebrate their lives in this non-denominational hour of word and music.
Bartlett Tower Lawn

1:30–3 p.m.
Alumni Row (D)

Multiple classes
Boathouse on the Connecticut River

1:30–3:30 p.m.
Affiliated and Shared Interest Group Gatherings *

1:30–3:30 p.m. BADA Reception *

1:30–3:30 p.m. DALA Reception *

2–3 p.m.
Dartmouth Athletics Reception (D)

Director of Athletics and Recreation Harry Sheehy ’55a cordially invites all alumni and their guests to an informal reception. Come mingle with varsity and club coaches and get an update on the state of Dartmouth athletics. Refreshments will be served.
Tent on Memorial Field, South End Zone, near Scoreboard

2–4:30 p.m.
Baker Bell Tower Open Hours (D)

A total of 150 free tickets for this self-guided visit will be distributed beginning at 2 p.m., in numbered groups of 10. Groups will take the tour in order of their group number from 2–4:30 p.m. Each tour will take approximately 10 minutes to ascend, take in the beautiful views, and descend. Each person must be able to navigate many steep steps and a ladder on his/her own.
Meet at the Baker Library Information Desk

2–3 p.m.
Academic Open Houses (D)

Get an update on Dartmouth academic life today.
Various Locations

3:30–4:30 p.m.
On the Green! A Dartmouth Alumni Celebration (D)

Bring your kids, meet your friends, and gather on the Green with alumni from all classes for an afternoon of fun. Enjoy free ice cream, treats, live music, and a chance to relax and soak up the sun.
Dartmouth Green

5–6 p.m.
1769 and Bartlett Tower Societies Reception (D)

A celebration of generosity for members of the 1769 and Bartlett Tower Societies.
Grand Ballroom, Hanover Inn

5–6 p.m.
Friends of Bill W. Fellowship (D)

6:15 p.m.
Class Photo

Please arrive two to three minutes early as the photographer will begin on time.
Kemeny Courtyard

6:30–7:30 p.m.
Class Reception

Did you know that the Class of 1990 sponsors the Dartmouth Partners in Community Service program thanks to efforts by Matt Greene '90? Come hear about the largest alumni mentoring program on campus and meet some of the students who have participated.
Kemeny Courtyard (Rain location: West Gym)

7:30–9 p.m.
Class Banquet

Enjoy our pinnacle, celebratory dinner with classmates and guests in one of the most iconic and beautiful corners of campus. This event is for adults only.
Kemeny Courtyard (Rain location: West Gym)

9:30–10:30 p.m.
On the Green! A Dartmouth Alumni Celebration (D)

Join family, classmates, and friends under the night sky for a culminating celebration with the Dartmouth Idol All-Stars and some spectacular pyrotechnics. Kettle corn and glow sticks for everyone.
Dartmouth Green

10:30 p.m.–Midnight
Class Party!

Come celebrate with our very own Second Hand Jam! Yes, the band is back and bringing their '80s tunes to you. Enjoy bar snacks, an open beer and wine bar, and the company of classmates as you hit the dance floor.
Class Tent

Sunday, June 21

8–11 a.m.
Breakfast

Join us for a farewell jazz brunch and hear the latest from our class leaders before you depart the Hanover plain. Wonder who will be our next leadership team? Come and find out.
Class Tent

Noon (or earlier)
Residence Hall Checkout