Class of 2012 10th Reunion - Program & Schedule - 2012

W. Mark Saltzman, Goizueta Foundation Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Chemical & Environemntal Engeineering & Physiology

In this talk, Professor Saltzman will describe the role of engineering in creation of medicines of the future. Over the past two years, for example, we have seen the introduction of nanoparticle vaccines that were rapidly developed from concept to testing to deployment. But even more is on the horizon, such as nanoparticle-based treatments for brain tumors, targeted correction of genetic diseases, transplants that are invisible to the immune system, long-lasting, safe prevention of UV-mediated DNA damage in skin, and inhalable vaccines.

Join the Lillian Goldman Law Library staff for a guided tour of the “Constance Baker Motley: Lady of the Law” exhibit. Drawing on images and personal items from the collection of her family, and from her own words in her autobiography, the exhibition offers a glimpse of Motley, brilliantly at work, from her childhood in New Haven through her career as a Civil Rights attorney, New York Senator, and federal judge. Meet at the front entrance to the Law School. This tour is limited to 25 people.

Paul Freedman, Chester D. Tripp Professor of History

Professor Freedman, author of American Cuisine and How It Got This Way, looks at the question, "What is American Cuisine?" The distinctive things about American food are its regional traditions, their erosion by processed food which dominated the twentieth century,and a love of variety. Choice and options (twelve different Rice-a-Roni flavors) compensate for the blandness of factory-made food. Now the popularity of industrially-made food has waned, gradually supplanted if not completely replaced by a return to primary tastes, freshness, and to some degree seasonal and local dining. This talk identifies the 1970s as a turning point.

Jay Gitlin, ’71, ’74 MusM, ’02 PhD, Lecturer in History; Associate Director, Howard R. Lamar Center for the Study of Frontiers & Borders

Professor Gitlin will give a brief description of his popular seminar, "Yale and America," and will then be joined by students giving short talks based on their research.

It's been a long time since we've been back on campus, and there have been a whole lot of architectural renovations and additions in the meantime. Join John Yi (TD ’12+1) for a tour of buildings that literally didn't exist the last time you were here.

John works as an Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Yale, and also co-directs the Yale Campus Tour Guide Program.

Your faithful reunion chairs were adamant that Friday night also include a full open bar. Get the night started with the happiest of happy hours. You're welcome. 

Re-live your favorite residential college BBQ nights with a classic cookout menu. 

Hang out after dinner to keep the good vibes going. Peel off into one of Branford's smaller courtyards for intimate conversations, or party on the dancefloor like it's 2010 with epic DJ sets from members of our class! 

Start your Saturday morning (weather permitting) with some gentle stretching and breathing exercises, and get your body feeling "yoga good" for a busy day of reunion activities! This is a mixed-level class featuring modifications for all levels of ability, so whether you have been practicing for years or have never touched a yoga mat, everyone can have an enjoyable experience in this class. Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. No previous yoga experience necessary; children and all ages welcome.