Throughout the year, Mills College and regional alumnae clubs organize events—such as those listed on this page—for alumnae across the country. In 2008, Reunion will be held at Mills September 18 through 21. In addition, the College hosts lectures, performances, exhibitions, sports events, and other campus activities that are open to alumnae. For more information about campus events, visit Mills' online calendar.
May
Santa Barbara/Ventura Mills Alumnae Branch Spring Scholarship Event May 3, 2008, Ganna Walska Lotusland and Stella Mare's Restaurant, Santa Barbara, California
$60 per person (includes garden tour and lunch) Alumnae in the Santa Barbara and Ventura County area are encouraged to RSVP to Aliza Shima '59 by April 25 at 805.963.1004, afshima@cox.net, or 338 Oliver Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. Please make your check payable to Aliza Shima and mail to: 338 Oliver Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. Upon receipt of RSVP and/or payment, directions, and parking suggestions will be given.
Oakland-Berkeley Branch Event: Private Viewing of Mills College MFA Thesis Exhibition Sunday, May 4, 2008, Mills College Art Museum
No cost Alumnae living in Alameda County are invited to a viewing of this year's exhibition of works by MFA students. The viewing takes place immediately prior to the reception that will open the exhibition to the public. Please RSVP to Maryann Valentine '97 by April 28 at mvalen@sonic.net or 510.351.2046.
Los Angeles Mills College Alumnae 2008 Spring General Meeting Saturday, May 10, 2008, 11:00 am, Skirball Cultural Center
Luncheon and tour: $50.00
Recent graduates ('97 through '07): $25.00
By reservation only Representatives from Mills College will include President Janet L. Holmgren; Susan Penrod '71, Alumna Trustee; Virginia Rivera, vice president for development; and Laura Gobbi, new director of alumnae relations. If you have questions about this event and/or how to make a reservation, please contact Mills' Alumnae Relations Program at 510.430.3363. Please RSVP by May 3.
Celebrate the Class of 2008: Commencement 2008 Saturday, May 17, 2008, Toyon Meadow All alumnae are invited back to campus Saturday, May 17, for the 120th Commencement at Mills College. Distinguished actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno will give the keynote address.
8:00 am to 9:00 am: Continental breakfast and robing at Reinhardt Alumnae House
9:15 am: Depart Reinhardt Alumnae House for procession
9:45 am: Procession begins in front of Carnegie Hall
12:00 pm: Commencement ceremony concludes, followed by strawberry and champagne reception at the Mills College Art Museum Meadow
If you would like to participate in the academic procession and attend the Commencement ceremony, please RSVP by May 12 by emailing rsvp-oia@mills.edu or calling 510.430.3363. Regalia will be on loan that morning, beginning at 8:00 am in Reinhardt Alumnae House. Alumnae choosing to wear the regalia will have reserved seating at the ceremony. Alternative seating is available for alumnae not wishing to wear regalia.
AAMC Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon Saturday, May 17, 12:15 pm, Reinhardt Alumnae House Alumnae who march at Commencement or who plan to attend the AAMC's annual meeting (see below) are invited to a luncheon to appreciate AAMC volunteers. Please reply to Bill White at 510.430.2110 or bwhite@mills.edu by May 12 if you wish to reserve a spot for the luncheon.
AAMC Annual Meeting Saturday, May 17, 2:00 pm, Lucie Stern 100
Learn the results of the Alumna Trustee election (ballots, on the inside back cover of your winter/spring Quarterly, are due May 9), vote for new members of the nominating committee, discuss proposed changes to bylaws, and participate in other decisions regarding the governance of the Alumnae Association of Mills College. Contact aamc@mills.edu or 510.430.2110.
Save the Date
Reunion 2008 September 18 through 21, 2008
Convocation on September 19
Reunion 2009 October 1 through 4, 2009 Convocation on October 2
