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Tuesday, November 03, 2009
NOVEMBER ALUMNI & ALUMNAE E-NEWSLETTER
Giving thanks to the Academies community
Pictured (left to right) are Tucker Jones '62, Austin Woodward '43 & Peter Campito '78; Bill Picotte '67, John Carroll '78 & Carol Swyer '71; and Dr. Sarah Elmendorf '70 & Susie Sneeringer '72.
Board of Trustees member Carol Swyer '71 graciously hosted a reception for donors and friends of the Academies at her home in Loudonville on October 29. The event provided an opportunity for parents, alumnae, alumni and community leaders to meet Head of School Dr. Douglas North '58 and for the Academies to express its appreciation to the guests for their generous support to the school. The Cadet Corps served as greeters and Ilia Karp (Form IV) played the piano during the evening.
"It was a great honor to serve as the host for the Annual Donor Reception at the Academies. I enjoyed opening up my house to such a wonderful group of people who believe in our school and are committed to supporting it. The whole evening was positive, upbeat and hopeful, and it was a pleasure to welcome Head of School Dr. North at the event. He is a genuine and warm individual who has a unique history and knowledge of the Academies." -- Carol Sywer '71
Attention all young alumni/ae
Graduates of the past 5 to 15 years are invited to become part of a special group of young alumnae and alumni called the Pace Setters Club (PSC). Chaired by Sara Strope '96, Heather Stein '05, John LaBoda '98 & Brian Lasky '03, this important and influential group is seeking to make stronger connections with other alumni/ae and set the pace for giving at the Academies.
"We are very excited to offer membership in the Pace Setters Club to our young alumni/ae from the past 5 to 15 years. Members of the PSC will be connected with other young alumni/ae through our online community, special events at the Academies and networking opportunities around the country. This group is going to play a key role in setting the pace for the third century of Albany Academy for Girls and The Albany Academy." -- Kim Verstandig, Director of Institutional Advancement
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Taking global action
Pictured (left to right) is Bill McKibben addressing the Academies community; Lew Morrison '62 (father of Amanda Morrison '02) & Mr. McKibben; and Mr. McKibben signing a book for Board of Overseers member Neil Murray '62 at a reception held after the event.
Environmentalist and renowned author Bill McKibben addressed Upper School students and the general community on October 16 as part of the Amanda Morrison '02 Endowed Lectureship -- established in memory of Amanda by her family and friends.
Mr. McKibben stressed the importance of ensuring the future of our environment, how to get involved to make a difference and discussed the global climate action campaign held on October 24 around the world.
Special thanks to the Morrison family for their efforts in putting this special event together and helping to bring such a well-respected speaker to the Academies.
Reunion 2010 -- May 21 & 22
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We encourage you to save the date now for Reunion 2010 set for May 21-22! For all classes ending in a 5 or 0, this is a special year for you.
Plans for Reunion 2010 are well underway as the hotels have been reserved and the schedule is set... the only missing ingredient is you! |
"The chance to volunteer for the Class of 1959 Reunion Organizing Committee and to re-establish contacts with classmates -- many not heard from since our graduation day -- was an amazing experience. For those of us who made it back for the reunion, it was truly a 'feel good' time. Memories came flooding back, stories were shared and friendships renewed. Before ending our time together on Saturday night, we pledged not to wait another 50 years to do this again, but to begin plans for a gathering within the next few years. If you are invited to a mini reunion in the near future, don't pass it up. You will not be disappointed!" -- Eric Moore '59
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Tradition rules at the Academies
Pictured (left to right) are Upper School girls during Bacon Bat; faculty member Deb Bischoff & AAG Dean of Students Wendy Muhlfelder '67 at a special breakfast held in the AAG Cafeteria; and Upper School boys during House Competitions.
Tradition lived on strong at the Academies on October 16 as the annual Bacon Bat celebration was held on the AAG campus -- featuring a variety of activities such as a Relay Race, Quiz Bowl, song competition and more.
"Bacon Bat is a longstanding tradition that continues to be valued by alumni/ae and students alike. This event symbolizes the beginning of many bonding experiences for our Upper School girls as it brings the students in each grade together in planning and executing the event. It also brings the entire Upper School together in the actual activities of the day and we invite alumna to act as judges -- creating a really inclusive feel to the event." -- Wendy Muhlfelder '67, AAG Dean of Students
On the AA campus, it was a battle for supremacy as a variety of House Competitions took place to determine House superiority.
Walk for Frankie brings community together
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Once again, the Academies community came together as one in support for a graduate as numerous Academies alumni/ae, students, parents and faculty joined together on October 10 to take part in the Third Annual Walk for Frankie 5K Run/Walk at the Corning Preserve in Albany.
The event is held in memory of Frank O'Brien III '84, a well-loved student during his time at The Albany Academy and member of the 1983 New York State Section II Championship Hockey Team.
The Cadet Corps raised $1,500 for the Moyer Foundation in Frank O'Brien's name to fund Camp Erin. The Hockey Team raised $500 for the Moyer Foundation as well. |
"The O'Brien family has a longstanding history of support for the Academies, and this event is a great way for our community to give back and support a cause that is extremely important to the O'Briens. In addition to funding cancer research, the Moyer Foundation directly helps families -- particularly children -- in dealing with the loss of a loved one." -- Dave Rider '73, longtime coach at the Academies
UPCOMING EVENTS
Open House -- November 8
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We encourage you to spread the word to your friends, fellow alumni/ae and colleagues about our upcoming Open House on Sunday, November 8 from 1-3 p.m.
This will be a great opportunity for families to speak with our faculty, tour our academic and athletic facilities, and discover how the Academies can benefit their child. |
For more information, contact Director of Admissions Bramble Buran or Associate Director of Admissions Drew Lentz at (518) 429-2300 or buranb@albanyacademies.org or lentza@albanyacademies.org, respectively.
Alumni/ae Speaker Series -- November 13
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Please join us on Friday, November 13 at 2:50 p.m. in the AAG Auditorium for the next installment of our 2009-2010 Alumni/ae Speaker Series featuring Lynda Goldstein Shrager '75.
An author, newspaper columnist, lecturer, inspirational speaker and breast cancer survivor, Lynda Shrager is a registered Occupational Therapist with a master's degree in Social Work. Ms. Shrager writes a weekly Health Organizing column for a Hearst chain daily newspaper that appears in newspapers across the country. |
She will be discussing her courageous story and the work that she does to help others on a daily basis.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
'The Tempest' -- November 13 & 14
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Please join us for the fall production of William Shakespeare's "The Tempest" on Friday, November 13 & Saturday, November 14 beginning at 7 p.m. each evening in Caird Chapel, AA.
The production will be staged in the round and accompanied by an original sound score performed live.
All members of the Academies community are welcome to attend. Admission is free for both performances and refreshments will be served in the Foyer prior to the start of the play.
For more information, contact Arts Chair Greg Cummings at (518) 429-2300 or cummingsg@albanyacademies.org. |
Annual Beverwyck Luncheon -- December 15
The Annual Beverwyck Luncheon is set for Tuesday, December 15 beginning with lunch at noon followed by performances from Academies students. Please save the date for this event!
Young Alumni/ae Holiday Gathering -- December 29
Celebrate the holidays in style with other young alumni/ae from throughout the Capital Region on Tuesday, December 29 from 6-8 p.m. at the Pump Station in Albany.
This will be a great opportunity to connect and celebrate with other members of the Academies community. This event is geared towards our younger alumni/ae but all are welcome to attend. Food will be provided and there will be a cash bar.
Mid-Winter Dinner -- January 20
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The Albany Academy Alumni Association will present its Mid-Winter Dinner on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at 6 p.m. at Jack's Oyster House in Albany.
M. Christian Bender '78, Executive Director for the Brighter Choice Foundation, will serve as the guest speaker at the event. The Brighter Choice Foundation is a support organization for charter schools in the City of Albany. |
All proceeds from the Mid-Winter Dinner will go towards The Albany Academy Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship.
Invitations will be mailed in December for this event.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE HONORARY COMMITTEE ONLINE.
For more information, contact the Office of Alumni/ae Relations at (518) 429-2432 or
collins-schroedera@albanyacademies.org.
Spring Gathering 2010 -- April 17
Please save the date for the annual Spring Gathering auction & gala set for Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 6-10 p.m. at The Franklin Plaza in Troy.
The event will feature a Silent & Live Auction. Proceeds from Spring Gathering go towards the scholarship and financial aid programs at the Academies.
ANNUAL FUND
Help support the Academies
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Each year, the Academies asks our alumnae, alumni, parents and friends to support the Annual Fund -- a critical source of revenue for the school's yearly operating budget. And, each year, you have responded. Your gifts make a big difference and we are grateful for your continued support.
Gifts to the Annual Fund are crucial to the health and vitality of the school, allowing the Academies to maintain its high standards of excellence and demonstrating the commitment of our community to our rich 200-year histories and promising future.
Please join us again this year as a donor to the 2009-2010 Annual Fund. Make a gift in honor of your reunion, in memory of a faculty member or loved one, or simply to show your support for this outstanding institution.
CLICK HERE TO MAKE A GIFT ONLINE NOW. |
For more information, contact Director of Institutional Advancement Kim Verstandig at (518) 429-2431 or verstandigk@albanyacademies.org.
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Athletic Hall of Fame
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Do you have a friend or colleague who was a remarkable AA athlete and is deserving of becoming a member of the AA Athletic Hall of Fame? If so, then now is the time to nominate him!
We are currently seeking nominations for the 2010 Hall of Fame. All nominations are due by December 19. |
CLICK HERE FOR THE NOMINATION FORM.
Please contact Director of Alumni/ae Relations Marna Redding at reddingm@albanyacademies.org to have a form emailed directly to you.
Distinguished Alumnae & Alumni
It's that time of year when we call for nominations for the Distinguished Alumnae and Distinguished Alumni Awards. All AAG nominations are due by February 1, 2010. All AA nominations are due by February 19, 2010.
CLICK HERE FOR THE AAG DISTINGUISHED ALUMNAE AWARD NOMINATION FORM.
CLICK HERE FOR THE AA DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD NOMINATION FORM.
If you would like a nomination form emailed to you, contact the Office of Alumni/ae Relations at (518) 429-2425 or reddingm@albanyacademies.org.
Order custom pieces for the holidays
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Would you like to order custom pieces for your loved ones in time for the holidays?
We are offering both ties and totes in a variety of AA & AAG logos as well as colors. Ties are being offered for $55 and totes are offered for $70. |
CLICK HERE FOR THE AA ORDER FORM.
CLICK HERE FOR THE AAG ORDER FORM.
CLICK HERE TO ORDER ONLINE.
All orders are due by Friday, November 6.
If you are printing out the form rather than ordering online, please mail to: Marna Redding, Director of Alumni/ae Relations, The Albany Academies, 135 Academy Road, Albany, NY 12208.
For more information, contact Ms. Redding at (518) 429-2425 or reddingm@albanyacademies.org.
Global community project
Faculty members Martha Houghton and Diana Westbrook have been reaching out to their art classes to put together a fundraiser to clean lead-infested soil in New Orleans.
The students have been very excited about getting involved in this global community project.
Visit www.fundred.org for more information.
Stay in touch with the Academies community
Now is the time to register for our Online Community & Facebook! Stay connected with the community and learn about upcoming programs, events and more!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE ONLINE COMMUNITY.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR FACEBOOK PAGE.
In Memoriam
The Albany Academies extends condolences for the following recent passings:
Stephen Dochak '84 passed away on October 9, 2009.
Charles Keens '58 passed away on June 13, 2009.
John McKeough '40 passed away on August 17, 2009.
Judith Ellis Pulliam '54 passed away on October 10, 2009.
Krishnan Raghavan P'09 passed away on June 14, 2009.
Charles Yund Roche '37 passed away on October 29, 2009.
Dr. Herbert Schellenberger, Faculty Emeritus passed away on October 23, 2009.
Elizabeth Smith P'67, Faculty Emeritus passed away on June 9, 2009.
Joan Madison Ullman '48 passed away on September 16, 2009.
George Way '35 passed away on September 24, 2009.
Brandon Wolf '01 passed away on June 27, 2009.
If you have any questions or comments about this electronic newsletter, please contact Ann Wendth, Director of External Relations, at (518) 429-2385 or wendtha@albanyacademies.org, or Adam Doling, Communications Associate, at (518) 429-2344 or dolinga@albanyacademies.org.
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