Schedule of Events

Saturday, October 2, 2010

Please check in at Reinhardt Alumnae House. Event locations will be provided at check-in.

All day Friday and Saturday
Walk of Honor: Women Moving Women Forward
Displayed along the walkway to the Lorry I. Lokey Graduate School of Business building on Kapiolani Road. Concept/creative direction by Julie Kirk-Purcell.
Rich purples. Aqua blues. The colors are what you notice first. Then: the faces. Eleanor Roosevelt, Hillary Clinton, Beate Sirota Gordon ’43, Sally Ride, Trisha Brown ’58, Julia Morgan. From world leaders to renowned artists, from dedicated Mills presidents to committed students, this sweeping chalk art installation portrays significant figures and milestones in the advancement of women.

Commissioned by Mills to commemorate both the Strike of 1990 and Commencement 2010, the walk starts with Mills’ founding in 1852 and captures various events throughout women’s history from that point forward. Its purpose is to remind the Mills community that they are part of that history, too. Be sure to stroll the Walk of Honor during your visit to campus. After Reunion, it will be stored away (preserved by hairspray!) for future celebrations.

8:00 am–9:00 am
Registration and Breakfast
Reinhardt Alumnae House

8:15 am–9:45 am
Breakfast for Aurelia Henry Reinhardt Society and Cyrus and Susan Mills Society (by invitation only)
Join President Janet L. Holmgren and other members of the Aurelia Henry Reinhardt Society and the Cyrus and Susan Mills Society for a special recognition breakfast. For information on these gift societies, contact Alumnae Relations at alumnae-relations@mills.edu or 510.430.2123.

10:00 am–11:30 am
State of the College Address
Mills College President Janet L. Holmgren will provide an update on programs, academics, and life at Mills College over the past year. Newly elected AAMC President Linda Jaquez-Fissori ’92 will fill you in on the latest activities of the AAMC.

11:45 am–1:30 pm
Class Luncheon and AAMC Awards Ceremony
Gather with members of your graduating class for lunch and celebrate the achievements of all Mills alumnae. The fourth annual AAMC Awards Ceremony will honor three alumnae for outstanding service. Lori Belilove ’76 will receive the Distinguished Achievement Award as a pioneer in the field of American modern dance; former Alumna Trustee Estrellita Hudson Redus ’65, MFA ’75, will take home the Outstanding Volunteer Award for her extraordinary commitment and service in promoting the goals of the AAMC and the College; and a second Outstanding Volunteer Award will be given to Leah Hardcastle Mac Neil ’51 for her exemplary work as chair of the AAMC Travel Committee and President of the Oakland–Berkeley Branch.

1:00 pm–5:00 pm, Friday and Saturday
Commemorative Exhibition: Souvenirs of the Strike
Heller Rare Book Room, F.W. Olin Library
Explore an array of mementos from the Strike of 1990, including memos, cartoons, letters, t-shirts, photographs, posters, and news clippings. Contributed by alumnae, faculty, and staff specifically for this exhibition, and pulled from F. W. Olin Library archives, these items formed an integral part of Mills’ historic recommitment to women’s education. A clay model of the “Power of Woman” statue, an icon of the Strike that stands in the courtyard outside the Student Union, will be on display courtesy of its sculptor, Roberta Weir ’86, MFA ’90. (A ceremony to honor the statue will be held at 1:30 pm). If you would like to contribute items to this exhibition, please indicate your interest on the registration form.

1:30 pm–2:30 pm
Deans’ Welcome Reception
At this dessert reception, meet Deborah Merrill-Sands, dean of the Lorry I. Lokey Graduate School of Business, and Katherine Schultz, dean of the School of Education, as well as other faculty members in both schools.

Newly added!
1:30 pm–2:30 pm
Strike of 1990 Dedication Ceremony: Power of Woman Statue (open to Strike year classes)
Student Union courtyard, Rothwell Center
Originally unveiled in the year following the Strike as a gift from the Classes of 1990 and 1991, the Power of Woman bronze statue—created by Roberta Weir ’86, MFA ’90—is based on a sketch by Weir that became an icon of resistance during the historic event. The Classes of 1990 and 1991 will present a plaque honoring the symbolic sculpture.

1:30 pm–3:00 pm
Presentation of Research Findings: Class of 1960 Longitudinal Study (open to members of the Class of 1960 only)
Research will be presented by Dr. Ravenna Helson and her colleagues from the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley.

Newly added!
1:30 pm–3:30 pm, Friday and Saturday
Online Alumnae Community Drop-in Session
The new Mills College Alumnae Community (launching October 1) enables you to find other alumnae through an online directory, read and post class notes, and access a wealth of information specifically for Mills graduates. Drop in at any time during this session and register for the community. Our online community manager, Angelique Di Schino Felgentreff ’90, will be on hand to answer questions about building a profile and participating in the community!

1:30 pm–3:30 pm
Class Photos
(6:00 pm for the Class of 1960)
To be included in your class photo, meet your classmates promptly at the time and location listed below. There will be no retakes, and the photographer cannot wait for latecomers. Prior to the photo, please complete the order form you receive at registration; an assistant will take orders onsite. Class photos will also be published in the Mills Quarterly. Be sure to wear your class colors and show your Mills spirit!

Newly added!
2:00 pm–2:45 pm
Historical Campus Walking Tour
Tea Shop steps, Rothwell Center
Members of the student-organized Aurelia Reinhardt Historical Society will delight you with the rich histories of several campus sites.

3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Afternoon Tai Chi Stretch
Renew your spirit with a gentle pick-me-up exercise session led by Suzann Panek Robins ’85.

3:00 pm–4:30 pm
Panel Discussion: The Strike of 1990 and Mills’ Recommitment To Women’s Education
Alumnae, faculty, and staff who played a part in this historic event will relate their personal experiences. Participants will have an opportunity to discuss the importance of women’s education and how it has impacted their lives.

4:00 pm–5:00 pm
Writers’ Salon
Alumnae with published works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama are encouraged to bring their works to display. (Please indicate your participation on your registration form and a Mills representative will follow up with you.) We’ll provide wine, cheese, and a place to discuss your work one-on-one with fellow alumnae.

Newly added!
5:00 pm–6:30 pm, Saturday
12:00 noon–1:30 pm, Sunday
Launch Reception for New Affinity Group: LGBTIQ Alumnae/i of Mills College
Come out and mingle with LGBTIQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, and/or questioning) alumnae/i, friends, and allies—everyone is welcome! This affinity group* has just been created for LGBTIQ alumnae to network and keep on top of College news and activities. Hear from faculty and students about the College’s new Queer Studies Initiative. Learn about the group’s officer nomination process and share ideas for future activities. For more information about the reception or about joining LGBTIQ Alumnae/i of Mills College, contact alumnae-relations@mills.edu.

*A new program at Mills, affinity groups draw together alumnae who share a common interest or experience.

7:00 pm
Class Dinners (various locations)
Enjoy dinner in the company of your graduating class. Reservations for individual class dinners must be made directly with your class dinner coordinator. Refer to your special class gathering invitation, mailed separately. If you haven’t received information by September 1, contact Caitlin McGarty at alumnae-relations@mills.edu or 510.430.2123.

Class of 1960 evening events

6:00 pm–6:30 pm
Class of 1960 Photo (class color: purple)
on the steps of the Lisser Hall (note new location)

6:30 pm–7:00 pm
Class of 1960 Cocktail Reception

7:00 pm–9:00 pm
Class of 1960 Dinner
We are pleased to honor members of the 50th Reunion class with a cocktail reception and a special dinner. Spouses, partners, and guests are welcome to attend.

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