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

June 2 - 5, 2022

Program & Schedule

  • Saturday 6/4/22

    • The Second Quantum Revolution and the Race to Build "Impossible" Computers

      Jun 4
      10:30AM – 11:30AM
      Loria Center | Room: 250 — 190 York St.

      Steven Girvin, Eugene Higgins Professor of Physics & Professor of Applied Physics

      The first quantum revolution began a century ago and brought us the technological revolution of the 20th century through the invention of the transistor, the laser, and the atomic clock. We now understand that these 20th century devices do not take full advantage of the mysterious power of quantum machines to process information. This new understanding has triggered a second quantum revolution whose consequences for computing, communication and measurement have the potential to be as great a revolution for the 21st century as the tech revolution was for the 20th century.

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T10:30:00 2022-06-04T11:30:00 America/New_York The Second Quantum Revolution and the Race to Build "Impossible" Computers

      Steven Girvin, Eugene Higgins Professor of Physics & Professor of Applied Physics

      The first quantum revolution began a century ago and brought us the technological revolution of the 20th century through the invention of the transistor, the laser, and the atomic clock. We now understand that these 20th century devices do not take full advantage of the mysterious power of quantum machines to process information. This new understanding has triggered a second quantum revolution whose consequences for computing, communication and measurement have the potential to be as great a revolution for the 21st century as the tech revolution was for the 20th century.

      Loria Center | Room: 250 — 190 York St.
    • 2012 | Let's Grab Lunch Soon? (But actually, this time)

      Jun 4
      11:45AM – 1:15PM
      Branford College — 74 High Street

      After a morning of fueling your mind with faculty talks, take a moment to fuel your body with a picnic-style lunch.

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T11:45:00 2022-06-04T13:15:00 America/New_York 2012 | Let's Grab Lunch Soon? (But actually, this time)

      After a morning of fueling your mind with faculty talks, take a moment to fuel your body with a picnic-style lunch.

      Branford College — 74 High Street
    • 2012 | Architecture with Adkisson

      Jun 4
      1:30PM – 2:30PM

      Meet in the corner of the courtyard under Harkness tower.

      Join architecture historian Kevin Adkisson (MC '12) for a walk around Yale's campus core, looking at our best buildings, most intriguing ornament, and other uniquely Yale creations from 1752 to today!

      Kevin serves as Curator for historic properties and campus collections at Cranbrook Educational Community, north of Detroit, where he stages exhibitions, lectures, and tours on 20th-century American architecture and design. The Cranbrook campus was designed by the renowned Finnish-American Saarinen family, whose son, Eero Saarinen (B. Arch '34)  designed Yale's best residential colleges, Stiles and Morse.

       

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T13:30:00 2022-06-04T14:30:00 America/New_York 2012 | Architecture with Adkisson

      Meet in the corner of the courtyard under Harkness tower.

      Join architecture historian Kevin Adkisson (MC '12) for a walk around Yale's campus core, looking at our best buildings, most intriguing ornament, and other uniquely Yale creations from 1752 to today!

      Kevin serves as Curator for historic properties and campus collections at Cranbrook Educational Community, north of Detroit, where he stages exhibitions, lectures, and tours on 20th-century American architecture and design. The Cranbrook campus was designed by the renowned Finnish-American Saarinen family, whose son, Eero Saarinen (B. Arch '34)  designed Yale's best residential colleges, Stiles and Morse.

       

    • Yale Veterans Reunion Reception at Yale ROTC

      Jun 4
      2:00PM – 3:30PM

      55 Whitney Ave. : 4th Floor

      All reunion alumni and guests are cordially invited to join us for complimentary refreshments at this reception hosted by the Yale Veterans Association and Yale ROTC. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the restoration of ROTC back on campus!  Hear about the latest activities and developments in the Yale veteran community and our Naval ROTC and Air Force ROTC units. Learn more about the Yale Veterans Association, an alumni organization dedicated to supporting and uplifting the Yale veteran community, improving US civil-military relations, addressing salient issues facing veterans and the military, and reaffirming Yale’s highest traditions of leadership and service to the nation.

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T14:00:00 2022-06-04T15:30:00 America/New_York Yale Veterans Reunion Reception at Yale ROTC

      All reunion alumni and guests are cordially invited to join us for complimentary refreshments at this reception hosted by the Yale Veterans Association and Yale ROTC. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the restoration of ROTC back on campus!  Hear about the latest activities and developments in the Yale veteran community and our Naval ROTC and Air Force ROTC units. Learn more about the Yale Veterans Association, an alumni organization dedicated to supporting and uplifting the Yale veteran community, improving US civil-military relations, addressing salient issues facing veterans and the military, and reaffirming Yale’s highest traditions of leadership and service to the nation.

    • 2012 5 Years in 5 mins

      Jun 4
      3:00PM – 4:15PM
      Branford College | Room: Courtyard — 74 High Street

      Members of our class are doing some really innovative, provocative, and fascinating things these days. Come hear from a cast of our classmates from all industries and walks of life about what they've been up to since since our last reunion!

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T15:00:00 2022-06-04T16:15:00 America/New_York 2012 5 Years in 5 mins

      Members of our class are doing some really innovative, provocative, and fascinating things these days. Come hear from a cast of our classmates from all industries and walks of life about what they've been up to since since our last reunion!

      Branford College | Room: Courtyard — 74 High Street
    • YAA Shared Interest Groups Reception

      Jun 4
      3:00PM – 4:30PM
      Schwarzman Center | Room: Underground — 168 Grove Street

      Join the YAA's Shared Interest Groups staff and SIG alumni leaders from reunion classes to celebrate all of our participating SIGS. Take a moment to learn how you can get engaged with groups representing a broad spectrum of alumni interest, careers, and identities.

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T15:00:00 2022-06-04T16:30:00 America/New_York YAA Shared Interest Groups Reception

      Join the YAA's Shared Interest Groups staff and SIG alumni leaders from reunion classes to celebrate all of our participating SIGS. Take a moment to learn how you can get engaged with groups representing a broad spectrum of alumni interest, careers, and identities.

      Schwarzman Center | Room: Underground — 168 Grove Street
    • 2012 | Common Room Conversations

      Jun 4
      4:15PM – 4:45PM

      Remember those 2:00 am conversations with your suitemates? Come join in for Intimate, small-group, honest conversations on a variety of topics, facilitated by your classmates. Speak your mind and don’t be afraid to dig deep. (Privacy will be respected by all participants.) 

      2012 Common Room Conversations Topics:

      Working to Live, or Living to Work:
      Burn-out in your 30s is SO real. How are you finding balance between professional ambition and self-care?
      Linonia Courtyard (near High St.)

       

      Creative Vibes:
      There’s always room for the arts! How are you tapping into your artistic or creative side, either in your profession or in your personal life?
      Calliope Courtyard ( Middle)

       

      The COVID Chronicles:
      We’re 27 months into a global pandemic. How has COVID-19 impacted your life? What challenges have you faced, what lessons have you learned, what new hobbies have you cultivated?
      Dance Floor Area

       

      Office Hours:
      We’re all balancing so much, and sometimes just need space to vent. Come rant about literally anything and everything—this is a judgment-free zone.
      Branford Common Room

       

      The Yale Effect:
      Whether it was a single moment or four formative years, Yale hopes to have made an impact on your life. How has your Yale experience shaped your life, and what role (if any) does Yale play now? 
      Brothers in Unity Courtyard (Near York St)

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T16:15:00 2022-06-04T16:45:00 America/New_York 2012 | Common Room Conversations

      Remember those 2:00 am conversations with your suitemates? Come join in for Intimate, small-group, honest conversations on a variety of topics, facilitated by your classmates. Speak your mind and don’t be afraid to dig deep. (Privacy will be respected by all participants.) 

      2012 Common Room Conversations Topics:

      Working to Live, or Living to Work:
      Burn-out in your 30s is SO real. How are you finding balance between professional ambition and self-care?
      Linonia Courtyard (near High St.)

       

      Creative Vibes:
      There’s always room for the arts! How are you tapping into your artistic or creative side, either in your profession or in your personal life?
      Calliope Courtyard ( Middle)

       

      The COVID Chronicles:
      We’re 27 months into a global pandemic. How has COVID-19 impacted your life? What challenges have you faced, what lessons have you learned, what new hobbies have you cultivated?
      Dance Floor Area

       

      Office Hours:
      We’re all balancing so much, and sometimes just need space to vent. Come rant about literally anything and everything—this is a judgment-free zone.
      Branford Common Room

       

      The Yale Effect:
      Whether it was a single moment or four formative years, Yale hopes to have made an impact on your life. How has your Yale experience shaped your life, and what role (if any) does Yale play now? 
      Brothers in Unity Courtyard (Near York St)

    • President's University Update

      Jun 4
      5:00PM – 5:45PM
      Woolsey Hall — 500 College Street

      Peter Salovey '86 PhD offers his annual review and outlook for Yale.

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T17:00:00 2022-06-04T17:45:00 America/New_York President's University Update

      Peter Salovey '86 PhD offers his annual review and outlook for Yale.

      Woolsey Hall — 500 College Street
    • 2012 | Tonight's Gonna Be A Good Night

      Jun 4
      6:30PM – 7:30PM
      Branford College | Room: Courtyard — 74 High Street

      We're back at it again, for a second night in a row. Remember to hydrate.

      Add to Calendar 2022-06-04T18:30:00 2022-06-04T19:30:00 America/New_York 2012 | Tonight's Gonna Be A Good Night

      We're back at it again, for a second night in a row. Remember to hydrate.

      Branford College | Room: Courtyard — 74 High Street

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