REUNION WEEKEND SCHEDULE 4-13
FRIDAY NIGHT GATHERING LOCATIONS 8
CLASS PHOTO TIMES 11
ALUMNI COLLEGE DESCRIPTIONS 14-17
GENERAL INFORMATION 18-23
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION 19-23
REGISTRATION FORM 21
ACCOMMODATIONS 23
Join us for Reunion Weekend at Mary Washington June 1-4. Classes ending in 3 and 8 are celebrating milestones this year, but all alumni and guests are welcome!
Visit your old stomping grounds. Take in an Alumni College lecture taught by UMW faculty. Visit with UMW President Troy D. Paino. Reconnect with friends in class-specific gatherings at favorite haunts. Enjoy signature events like the Reunion Picnic on Ball Circle; the Virginia Wine, Beer, and Cider Tasting; and the All-Class Party at the Cedric Rucker University Center.
Visit alumni.umw.edu/reunionweekend for information. Much of our communication is via email, so update your email address at alumni.umw.edu/UpdateMyAddress, by emailing alumni@umw.edu, or by calling 540/654-1011.
To stay connected: Like us on Facebook (University of Mary Washington Alumni), follow @UMWAlumni on Twitter, and find @umw_alumni on Instagram. Finally, use #MaryWashReunion on social media. Make plans now to reconnect with your Mary Wash family and the campus you love. Register online by April 30 to save 10 percent! I hope to see you back on campus!
Best,
Mark Thaden ’02 Executive Director of Alumni EngagementDownload the Reunion Weekend app for event details, schedule updates, and announcements. Search for Mary Washington Alumni in your iOS or Android app store. Use code UMW2023 to access the Reunion Weekend event.
Thursday, June 1
Please note: All activities on Thursday, June 1, are limited to the 50th Reunion Class (1973) and the 1908 Society (those who have previously celebrated their 50th reunion). All classes are invited to attend the events June 2-4.
8 – 10 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet
Cedric Rucker University Center, Lobby
Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and catch your first glimpse of friends and classmates.
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
On-Site Registration & Packet Pickup
Cedric Rucker University Center, Lobby
When you arrive on campus, come to the Ball Circle level of the Cedric Rucker University Center to pick up your personalized schedule, name badge, and tickets to Reunion Weekend events.
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Simpson Library Open
Stop by the stacks at Simpson Library and visit Special Collections and University Archives. Sit in the beloved “treehouses” and reminisce about studying all night for finals.
9 – 10 a.m.
Trolley Tour: Historic Fredericksburg
Do you know Fredericksburg’s history? Hop on the trolley and enjoy a tour of historic Fredericksburg.
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
UMW Galleries Exhibit: Mirror Mirror Ridderhof Martin Gallery
The Mirror Mirror exhibition looks at contemporary women artists who focus on issues of identity.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
UMW Bookstore Open
Session 1 • 10 – 11:15 a.m.
• Biodiversity of the UMW Campus: Our Beautiful Trees (Walking Tour), Alan B. Griffith, Ph.D., professor of biology
• It Takes a Village: Insight into the Governance of UMW, Jeffrey McClurken ’94, Ph.D., professor and UMW chief of staff and clerk of the Board of Visitors
• Three Masterpieces from UMW's Rare Book Room, Antonio Barrenechea, Ph.D., professor of English, M.C. Lang Fellow, Rare Book School at the University of Virginia
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Wine Pairing Lunch
Cedric Rucker University Center Ballroom, 1st Floor
Treat yourself to a decadent three-course (small plate) lunch and wine pairing that is sure to wow you. Prefer something simpler? A boxed lunch option is available.
2 – 3 p.m.
Campus Tour with Current Students
Campus Walk in front of Lee Hall
Chat with current students, rediscover your favorite places on campus, and see what’s new.
4 – 5:30 p.m.
Brompton
2 – 3 p.m.
Trolley Tour: Historic Fredericksburg
Do you know Fredericksburg’s history? Hop on the trolley and enjoy a tour of historic Fredericksburg.
Session 2 • 2 – 3:15 p.m.
• Mary 101, Michelle Hamilton, manager of the Mary Washington House
• Impact of Fungal Strains on Spotted Lanternfly Josephine Antwi, Ph.D., assistant professor of biology
• Financing Life: Tips and Tricks to Make the Most of Your Retirement, Ben Maxwell ’05, AAMS®, ChFC®, financial advisor, Edward Jones; and Jan Clarke, assistant vice president of gift planning at UMW
* See pages 14-17 for Alumni College course descriptions.
Dr. Troy Paino and his wife, Kelly, invite the class of 1973 and the 1908 Society to celebrate Reunion Weekend 2023 on the lawn of their home, Brompton. Enjoy refreshments, live music, and great conversation. The first floor of Brompton will be open for tours. Rain location will be the fourth floor of the Cedric Rucker University Center.
6 – 8 p.m.
Lee Hall, 4th Floor
Enjoy a three-course meal and celebrate being back on campus.
6 – 8 p.m.
Jepson Alumni Executive Center, Rappahannock Ballroom
Enjoy a three-course meal and celebrate your 50th reunion.
7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet
Cedric Rucker University Center, 4th Floor
Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and catch your first glimpse of friends and classmates.
7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
On-Site Registration
Cedric Rucker University Center, Lobby
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Simpson Library Open
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Bookstore Open
Lee Hall
Visit the University Bookstore on the main floor of Lee Hall. Show your Eagle spirit with alumni apparel and gifts for yourself, family, and friends. Peruse the collection of local history and facultyand alumni-authored books. Legacy Mary Washington College apparel will be available. Alumni will receive a 10% discount off their purchase of regularly priced apparel and gifts.
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Campus Walk in front of Lee Hall
(See Thursday listing, page 5)
Session 3 • 9:30 – 10:45 a.m.
• Biodiversity of the UMW Campus: Our Beautiful Trees (Walking Tour), Alan B. Griffith, Ph.D., professor of biology
• BEYOND GENIUS: A Journey through the Characteristics and Legacies of Transformative Minds Bulent Atalay, Ph.D., professor emeritus of physics, author, and artist
• Teaching With and Through the Arts: Arts
Integration in Action Melissa Wells, Ph.D., assistant professor, College of Education
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch Buffet
Cedric Rucker University Center, 4th Floor
Noon – 3 p.m.
Grill on the Hill
Marshall Hall
Session 5 • 1:15 – 2:30 p.m.
• 18th Century Cooking in the Modern World, Heather Meadows, site interpreter, Mary Washington House and Rising Sun Tavern
Campus Walk in front of Lee Hall
(See Thursday listing, page 5)
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
UMW Galleries Exhibit
Ridderhof Martin Gallery
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
Session 4 • 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
• Pieces of History: Scrapbooks from UMW Archives, Angie Kemp ’11, interim head of Special Collections & University Archives
• Killing Cancer with Heartburn Medications, Randall Reif, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry
• UMW Cares: Meeting the Needs of the Community, Leslie Martin, Ph.D., associate professor, sociology and anthropology
We’re bringing back the tradition one last time before we say farewell to Marshall and Russell Halls to make way for the new theatre building. Bring your blanket or chair and enjoy traditional picnic fare, beverages, and live music from threetime Grill on the Hill alumnus Sean Michael Dargan '90. Russell and Marshall will be open for selfguided tours noon – 2 p.m., with remarks at 2 p.m.
• Rebirth of the Three Charles Robinson buildings, Christine Henry, Ph.D., associate professor and campus preservation officer, Department of Historic Preservation
• An Anthropology of Art: Images and Objects from a Cross-Cultural Perspective, Eric Gable, Ph.D., professor of anthropology
Session 6 • 2:45 – 4 p.m.
• Briefing from Academic Affairs, Timothy
• O’Donnell, Ph.D., provost, University of Mary Washington
• Food Waste & the World’s Stupidest Problem, Kashef Majid, Ph.D., professor of marketing
3 p.m.
Musical Performance
Heslep Amphitheatre
Enjoy a musical performance by the Eagle Pipe Band on the Morris Stage in the newly renovated Heslep Amphitheatre.
Unless otherwise noted, all gatherings include heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Check the website or contact your class committee for additional details.
Brompton
Seacobeck Soiree
For one night only, return to Seacobeck Hall for a memorable dining experience. There will be food stations throughout the building and live music as you roam the beautifully renovated space.
The president and his wife, Kelly, invite the classes of ’78, ’83, ’88, ’93, ’98, ’03, ’08, and ’13 to celebrate Reunion Weekend 2023 on the lawn of their home, Brompton. Enjoy refreshments, live music, and great conversation. The first floor of Brompton will be open for tours. Rain location will be the Cedric Rucker University Center Chandler Ballroom.
5:30 – 7 p.m.
For one night only, return to Seacobeck Hall for a memorable dining experience. There will be food stations throughout the building and live music as you roam the beautifully renovated space.
7 – 10 p.m.
Friday Night Class Gatherings
Have a blast renewing acquaintances and sharing stories at a time and place dedicated specifically to your class. (See locations at left)
7 – 10 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet
Cedric Rucker University Center, 4th Floor
(See Friday listing, page 6) Bloody Mary and mimosa cash bar will be available.
7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
On-site Registration
Cedric Rucker University Center, Lobby
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
8 a.m. – Noon
Simpson Library Open
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
Session 7 • 9 – 10 a.m.
• It Takes a Village: Insight into the Governance of UMW, Jeffrey McClurken ’94, Ph.D., professor and UMW chief of staff and clerk of the Board of Visitors
• Gilbert & Sullivan: Opera, or Something
Else? James Brooks Kuykendall, Ph.D., professor and chair, Department of Music
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Lee Hall, 4th Floor
Calling all members of the Black, Jewish, LGBTQ, and Multicultural Alumni affinity groups! Join us for a special breakfast with brief remarks from Shavonne Shorter, Ph.D. Dr. Shorter is the associate provost for equity and inclusion, the chief diversity officer, and an associate professor in the Department of Communication and Digital Studies.
9 – 11:30 a.m.
Special Collections and University Archives Open House
Simpson Library, Room 217
Tour the treasures in the Special Collections, from early versions of UMW beanies (you will be surprised by the color!) to 17th-century vellumbound atlases. View items from over a century of Mary Washington history, including yearbooks, newspapers, memorabilia, and more. During this time, if you have items that you would like to contribute to the collection, staff will be available to discuss the process.
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ridderhof Martin Gallery
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Bookstore Open
Lee Hall
(See Friday listing, page 6)
• History and American Studies – Monroe Hall, 2nd Floor
• Modern Languages and Literatures – Combs Hall, Room 211 (Language Lab)
• Music – Pollard Hall, Room 127
Class pictures will be taken on the steps of Lee Hall during the picnic, according to the following schedule:
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Tour of Belmont
Gari Melchers Home and Studio
Explore historic Belmont. See Melchers’ work and tour the grounds of his gorgeous estate.
• Fifty Years on the Heights: The Lighter Side of My Half-Century at The Wash
William B. Crawley, Ph.D., distinguished professor emeritus of history
11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Department Open Houses
Meet faculty and tour the facilities where today’s students prepare for tomorrow. Participating departments:
• Art and Art History – Ridderhof Martin Gallery
• Athletics – Goolrick Hall, Room 106
• Biological Sciences – Jepson Science Center, Lobby
• Chemistry and Physics – Jepson Science Center, Lobby
• College of Business – Woodard Hall, Lobby
• College of Education – Seacobeck Hall, College Avenue entrance, forum area
• Economics – Economics House, 1004 College Avenue
• English and Linguistics – Combs Hall, 3rd Floor Lobby
• Geography – Monroe Hall, Cartography Lab (Rooms 319 and 320)
• Psychological Sciences – Mercer Hall, Room 102
• Sociology and Anthropology – Monroe Hall, 4th Floor Lounge
• Theatre and Dance – duPont Hall, lobby
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Special Sneak Peek: New Theatre
Construction and Fine Arts
Renovation
We are on the cusp of some exciting changes for our Theatre & Dance, Music, and Art & Art History programs! Faculty leadership from each area will give a special presentation on what these changes mean for their department. You won’t want to miss it!
9:30 – 10:30 a.m. UMW Theatre & Dance presentation (duPont Hall, Klein Theatre)
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Music and Art & Art History presentation (Seacobeck Hall, Weatherly Wing)
Trolley departs at 9:30 a.m. from Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls).
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Campus Open House
Explore campus and step inside many academic and residence halls. Specific buildings will be noted in the Reunion app and at the registration area in the Cedric Rucker University Center.
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Campus Tour with Current Students
Campus Walk in front of Lee Hall
Session 8 • 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.
Children’s Playtime Ball Circle
Bring your kids to enjoy activities on Ball Circle. The fun includes an inflatable moon bounce and slide, face painting, cornhole, and more.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Reunion Picnic Ball Circle
Enjoy picnic fare on Ball Circle as you reminisce with classmates, friends, and family.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Class Photos
See sidebar.
2 – 3 p.m.
Rain location: Cedric Rucker University Center
You may pre-order a 5x7 photo print when you register for Reunion. Complimentary downloads of the digital photos will be available on SmugMug following the weekend.
• Picture Perfect: Social Media, Selfies, and Young Women’s Mental Health
Miriam Liss, Ph.D., professor and chair of Psychological Science, and Mindy Erchull, Ph.D., professor of Psychological Science
University Update and Alumni Awards Presentation with President Paino
George Washington Hall, Dodd Auditorium
Join President Troy Paino, Ph.D., for a University update. Be there to congratulate the Alumni Award recipients.
The 2023-2024 nominees for the Alumni Association Board of Directors will be announced, and you may vote during the All-Class Party. REUNION WEEKEND 2023
2 – 4:30 p.m.
Enjoy a trolley ride to Carl’s for a nostalgic bite of that one-of-a-kind dairy treat. Trolleys depart from the Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls) on the half-hour. Friendly reminder –Carl’s is still cash-only!
3 – 4:30 p.m.
Family Matinee Movie: Ratatouille
Jepson Alumni Executive Center, Minor Board Room
Stay to watch the family-friendly movie with your kids, or drop them off for a little “me” time. Supervision will be provided by UMW students and staff.
9 – 11 a.m.
Farewell Brunch
Jepson Alumni Executive Center, Rappahannock Grand Ballroom
Enjoy a scrumptious buffet and omelet station and say your farewells before heading home.
11 a.m. – Noon
Trolley Tour: Historic
Fredericksburg
Departs from the Jepson Alumni Executive Center
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
UMW Bookstore Open
Lee Hall
(See Friday listing, page 6)
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
UMW Galleries Exhibit
Ridderhof Martin Gallery
(See Thursday listing, page 4)
3 – 5 p.m.
Virginia Wine, Beer, and Cider
Tasting
Jepson Alumni Executive Center, Rappahannock Grand Ballroom
Swirl, sniff, and swish as you enjoy great vintages from several Virginia wineries. More of a hops person? Local breweries are on tap to pour refreshing craft brews. Each attendee will receive a commemorative wine glass. Trolley shuttles will be available every 15 minutes from Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls).
6 – 11 p.m.
All-Class Party
Cedric Rucker University Center, Chandler Ballroom
Let the good times roll at this all-inclusive reunion gathering with a live band and dancing. Enjoy a heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet and a full bar downstairs, or head upstairs to enjoy a buffet dinner and quiet time with classmates and friends. Wear your festive attire and make this a party to remember!
1:35 p.m.
42 Jackie Robinson Way
Head out to the new stadium and cheer on the Fredericksburg Nationals baseball team. Special discounted tickets available at https:// fevo.me/umwalumni. To be seated in the Mary Washington section, buy your game tickets as soon as possible—games frequently sell out.
Session 1 • 10:00 – 11:15 a.m.
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Biodiversity of the UMW Campus: Our Beautiful Trees (Walking Tour), Alan B. Griffith, Ph.D., professor of biology
The first thing many people notice at UMW is the beauty of campus and its variety of trees. Beginning in 2015, biology students assisted in developing a “tree map” to document our landscape. Join me on a walk through campus highlighting some of the trees that contribute to its natural beauty.
It Takes a Village: Insight into the Governance of UMW, Jeffrey McClurken ’94, Ph.D., professor and UMW chief of staff and clerk of the Board of Visitors
Mary Washington has been fortunate enough to be led by President Troy Paino since 2016. Who hired Dr. Paino? Who decides whether to raise tuition or renovate a building or approve new programs? Attend this session to learn about the roles that the governing board,
the president, the Cabinet, faculty and staff, and the legislative and executive branches of the commonwealth of Virginia play in the governance of our public University.
Three Masterpieces from UMW's Rare Book Room, Antonio Barrenechea, Ph.D., professor of English, M.C. Lang Fellow, Rare Book School at the University of Virginia
Hear a brief history of UMW's rare book room from its 1960s origins in Trinkle Hall (now James Farmer Hall) to its move to Simpson Library in the 1980s. In the process, Dr. Barrenechea highlights three book treasures and discusses their provenance and place within the collection.
This history links alumni, book connoisseurs, professors, librarians, and local bibliophiles. Meet in the Farmer Hall Rotunda. Space is strictly limited to 15 people. Call 540-654-1011 or email alumni@umw.edu to register for this particular session.
Session 2 • 2 – 3:15 p.m.
Mary 101, Michelle Hamilton, manager of the Mary Washington House
Your alma mater is named after her, but how much do you really know about Mary Washington? Hop on a special trolley and head to the home of Mary Washington in Downtown Fredericksburg to hear directly from an expert and take a tour of the home.
Impact of Fungal Strains on Spotted
Lanternfly, Josephine Antwi, Ph.D., assistant professor of biology
The spotted lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive species of insect that was discovered in Pennsylvania in 2014 and has since spread to multiple eastern states. Here in Virginia, the SLF damages native plants and trees, including grapevines, hops, fruits and vegetables, and others that are important to our economy. Research suggests that a native fungus called beauveria bassiana can help control the SLF population. I will discuss ongoing research at UMW examining how beauveria bassiana might be used in the fight against the SLF.
Financing Life: Tips and Tricks to Make the Most of Your Retirement, Ben Maxwell ’05, AAMS®, ChFC®, financial advisor, Edward Jones
Jan Clarke, assistant vice president of gift planning at UMW
With over 50 years of combined experience, two experts in financial planning will provide ideas and methods to best utilize your retirement income and savings. No sales pitches or asks for donations—just helpful information that can save you money.
FRIDAY, JUNE 2
Session 3 • 9:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Biodiversity of the UMW Campus: Our Beautiful Trees (Walking Tour), Alan B. Griffith, Ph.D., professor of biology
See description on page 14.
BEYOND GENIUS: A Journey through the Characteristics and Legacies of Transformative Minds., Bulent Atalay, Ph.D., professor emeritus of physics, author, and artist
What happens when the objective, scientific part of the mind intersects with the subjective, artistic part? Learn how combining disparate passions can lead to amazing results.
Understanding the patterns of creativity will provide an entirely new appreciation of the work of transformative geniuses—and perhaps that of others, too.
Integration in Action, Melissa Wells, Ph.D., assistant professor, College of Education
How can the arts be used to enrich contentarea learning across grade levels? Come learn about basic principles of arts integration and how they can be applied in various educational settings. We will engage in some arts integration activities, too.
Session 4 • 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Pieces of History: Scrapbooks from UMW
Archives, Angie Kemp ’11, interim head of Special Collections & University Archives
Take a virtual tour of the scrapbook collection housed in UMW’s libraries. Angie White Kemp ’11, interim head of Special Collections and University
Archives, will share moments captured by alumni throughout Mary Washington’s 113-year history. Get a glimpse into life as a student in different decades, and see how traditions, clubs, and the campus have changed over the years. Learn how UMW’s Digital Archiving Lab preserves these precious photos and documents for generations to come.
Randall Reif, Ph.D., associate professor of chemistry
Can we cure cancer with heartburn medicine?
Current research in UMW’s chemistry department is studying the use of proton pump inhibitors (heartburn medications) to induce cell death in cancer cells. The aim of this project is to determine how the cancer cells are dying and which drugs are the most effective. I will share the current progress of the project, which could open the door to novel cancer treatments in the future.
Session 4 (continued)
UMW Cares: Meeting the Needs of the Community, Leslie Martin, Ph.D., associate professor, sociology and anthropology
While not always obvious, there are members of the Mary Washington community who are in need. Some students might be temporarily homeless and food-insecure, while others have stable housing and food but struggle to pay for other necessities, like laundry. Staff might be going through hard times and having difficulty putting food on the table for their families. The desire to address these needs brought forth the Eagle Resource Closet, recently renamed the Gwen Hale Resource Center and managed by COAR (Community Outreach and Resources). In this session, you will tour the center and learn about its mission and its growth over the years. You will leave proud of how our alma mater continues to take care of our community.
Session 5 • 1:15 – 2:30 p.m.
18th Century Cooking in the Modern World, Heather Meadows, site interpreter, Mary Washington House and Rising Sun Tavern
Looking for an exciting new recipe? How about using a late 18th-century recipe instead?! Hop on a special trolley to Mary Washington’s house in Downtown Fredericksburg as we hear from Heather Meadows, site interpreter and author of a cookbook that adapts 18th-century recipes to modern cooking methods.
Rebirth of theThree Charles Robinson
Buildings, Christine Henry, Ph.D., associate professor and campus preservation officer, Department of Historic Preservation
What’s old is new again! Monroe, Willard, and Virginia Halls were designed by notable architect Charles Robinson. Together, they constitute the historic core of the UMW campus and are dear in the hearts of all alumni. In recent years, each of these remarkable Jeffersonian Collegiate-style structures has undergone a significant makeover for the 21st century. This richly illustrated lecture will highlight the innovative and inclusive preservation efforts that are enabling new generations of students to make memories here.
An Anthropology of Art: Images and Objects from a Cross-Cultural Perspective, Eric Gable, Ph.D., professor of anthropology
This lecture will focus on Dr. Gable’s current book project, examining anthropology's long-standing fascination with art and what it reveals about human equality and difference. The lecture is based on an ongoing study of Western art museums and how primitive art— particularly African—has been interpreted. It will include material on artistic practices among the people of West Africa and Indonesia, where Gable conducted field research.
Session 6 • 2:45 – 4 p.m.
Briefing from Academic Affairs Timothy O’Donnell, Ph.D., provost, University of Mary Washington Academic leadership will offer an overview of UMW’s academic programs and many of the initiatives and innovations that are occurring at the University and across the higher education sector generally. You will learn more about recent changes to the curriculum as well as new partnerships and opportunities.
Food Waste & the World’s Stupidest Problem, Kashef Majid, Ph.D., professor of marketing
Why is it that we squander one-third of all food? Households in the US waste thousands of dollars each year on uneaten food “because we’ve been tricked,” Dr. Majid says. In a new course called Alleviating Food Waste, Dr. Majid helps UMW students explore the root causes of unused food and how the issue can be remedied.
JUNE 4
Session 7 • 9 – 10 a.m.
It Takes a Village: Insight into the Governance of UMW, Jeffrey McClurken ’94, Ph.D., professor and UMW chief of staff and clerk of the Board of Visitors
See description on page 14.
Gilbert & Sullivan: Opera, or Something Else? James Brooks Kuykendall, Ph.D., professor and chair, Department of Music
The collaborations of playwright W.S. Gilbert and composer Arthur Sullivan have been popular theatre since first produced in the late 19th century, and they continue to be played around the world. Often regarded as precursors to the Broadway musical, the situation actually is much more complicated. Both Gilbert and Sullivan seem to have regarded their work as creations of opera —but neither seems to have understood what the other was doing. Maybe that’s why these works are still so compelling?
Session 8 • 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.
Picture Perfect: Social Media, Selfies, and Young Women’s Mental Health, Miriam Liss, Ph.D., professor and chair in the Department of Psychological Science
Mindy Erchull, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Psychological Science
We live in a culture that objectifies women’s bodies, and women have learned to take a third-person perspective via which they frequently monitor and assess how they look. This process is known as self-objectification, and it has been linked to a wide variety of negative
consequences. Social media—particularly sites that focus on posting pictures and selfies— exacerbate this objectification process. We will discuss how these dynamics affect young women today as well as share related research conducted by students at UMW.
Fifty Years on the Heights: The Lighter Side of My Half-Century at The Wash, William B. Crawley Jr., Ph.D., distinguished professor emeritus of history
From the perspective of five decades at Mary Washington, Professor Crawley looks back at some of the most memorable (and often humorous) events he observed during his lengthy career. Included will be anecdotes about various people—students, faculty, administrators, alumni—he has known through the years.
Register to attend Reunion Weekend at alumni. umw.edu/reunionweekend or mail the registration form with a check made payable to the UMW Alumni Association to: Office of Alumni Engagement, 1119 Hanover St., Fredericksburg, VA 22401, Attn: Reunion Weekend. Early-bird discount prices end April 30. Pre-registration closes Monday, May 29. On-site registration will be available during Reunion Weekend at the on-site registration area (see below). For registration assistance or changes, please call Alumni Engagement at 540/654-1011.
Stop here as soon as you arrive on campus! Visit the registration area in the Ball Circle level of the Cedric Rucker University Center, along College Avenue at the former site of Chandler Hall. Pick up your personalized schedule, name badge, tickets to Reunion Weekend events, and other important information.
To reduce plastic waste, water stations will be placed in several areas on campus where individuals can fill their reusable water bottles.
Special UMW Alumni refillable water bottles can be purchased during registration, or guests are welcome to bring their own.
Reunion registration fees cover costs associated with registration, housing, class gatherings, weekend programming, and more. Full or partial refunds to previously purchased Reunion Weekend packages can be accommodated until May 25, 2023. Contact 540/654-1011 or email alumni@umw.edu to request a refund. Requests after May 25 will not be accommodated, as the costs associated with the participants’ attendance will not be reversible.
Attire
Suggested attire for the President’s Welcome Reception and All-Class Party is dressed-up casual. Attendees typically wear polos or buttondown shirts, summer dresses, a blazer and chinos, etc. All other events are casual attire.
First Aid
First-aid kits will be available in the Cedric Rucker University Center registration area throughout the weekend.
All Cedric Rucker University Center unisex restrooms are equipped with baby changing tables.
Emergency Campus Numbers
Office of Alumni Engagement: 540/654-1011
Campus Police: 540/654-1025
Rain Plan
In the event of rain, high wind, or lightning, the following activities will be relocated:
• The President’s Welcome Receptions at Brompton will be moved to the Chandler Ballroom of the Cedric Rucker University Center.
• Class photos will take place in the Cedric Rucker University Center.
• Saturday’s picnic will be held in the Cedric Rucker University Center.
• Many children’s activities may not be available.
• Rain Plan announcements will be made through the Reunion app. Be sure to download it!
Winners of three awards will be announced during the President’s State of the University in Dodd Auditorium in GW Hall.
• Distinguished Alumnus Award
• Frances Liebenow Armstrong ’36 Service Award
• Outstanding Young Alumnus Award
Your reunion year provides a special opportunity to support Mary Washington in a way that is personally meaningful to you. During the All-Class Party on Saturday evening, we will recognize the reunion class with the highest giving participation, the reunion class with the most donors, and the reunion class with the highest total class gift. All gifts count toward your class gift, no matter the size or the designation. You can make a gift through the online Reunion Weekend registration form, include a check with your mailed paper registration form, or go online at umw.edu/give2umw.
• Open parking is available in the parking lots behind George Washington Hall, the lot at the corner of Thornton Street and College Avenue, and the inbound and outbound lanes of Double Drive.
• Guests also may park along College Avenue, but only on the University side of the street. The residential side of College Avenue and side streets are parking by permit only.
• The multi-level parking garage can be accessed from U.S. 1, just north of College Avenue.
• Accessible parking is available in the George Washington Hall parking lot off Double Drive as you enter the main gates of the University, and in the lot behind Woodard Hall, which is accessible via Sunken Road.
• For events at Brompton and the Jepson Alumni Executive Center, parking is allowed along Hanover Street and in the Hegmann Tennis Center and Battlefield Athletic Center parking lots. The entire parking lot in the Jepson Alumni Executive Center is designated for accessible parking.
• Overnight guests may park in the lots behind Monroe Hall and the lot adjacent to Willard Hall, both accessible via Sunken Road.
Download the Reunion Weekend app for event details, schedule changes, and social features so you can share photos and exchange contact info with other attendees. Search for Mary Washington Alumni in your iOS or Android app store. Use code UMW2023 to access the Reunion Weekend event.
Thursday, June 1 • 8:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
A trolley shuttle will loop every 30 minutes between the Hyatt Place hotel, the Cedric Rucker University Center, and Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls). Beginning at 4 p.m., the shuttle also will stop at Brompton for the welcome reception. A shuttle from Brompton to the 1908 Society Dinner in Lee Hall will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m. and will return guests to Brompton or the Hyatt Place hotel following dinner.
Friday, June 2 • 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. A trolley shuttle will loop every 15 minutes between the Hyatt Place hotel, the Cedric Rucker University Center, and Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls).
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Between 5 and 7:30 p.m., the shuttle also will stop at Brompton for those attending the welcome reception.
Friday, June 2 • 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
A trolley shuttle will loop every 15 minutes between the Hyatt Place hotel, Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls), and Brompton for the President’s Welcome Reception. *If rain prompts the reception to occur instead at the Cedric Rucker University Center, the shuttle will loop between the Hyatt Place hotel and the Cedric Rucker University Center.
Friday, June 2 • 7:30 – 10 p.m.
A trolley shuttle will loop every 15 minutes between the Hyatt Place hotel, the Cedric Rucker University Center, and Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls), to accommodate alumni who have class gatherings on campus.
Saturday, June 3 • 8 a.m. – 11:15 p.m.
A shuttle bus or trolley will loop every 15 minutes between the Hyatt Place hotel, the Cedric Rucker University Center, and Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls). Between 5 and 7 p.m., the shuttle also will stop by Brompton for those attending the reception.
Sunday, June 4 • 9 – 11 a.m.
A shuttle bus or trolley will loop every 15 minutes from the Hyatt Place hotel, Monroe Circle, and the Jepson Alumni Executive Center. The Historic Fredericksburg Trolley Tour will depart at 11 a.m. from the Jepson Alumni Executive Center.
Thursday, June 1 1908 Society, Classes of 1968, 1963
A shuttle bus will loop from the President’s
Welcome Reception at Brompton to the dinner at Lee Hall, beginning at 5:30 p.m. After dinner, guests will be shuttled back to Brompton, campus, or the Hyatt Place hotel. *If rain prompts the Brompton reception to occur at the Cedric Rucker University Center, the shuttle bus will loop instead from the Hyatt Place Hotel to Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls), to the Cedric Rucker University Center.
Friday, June 2
1908 Society, Classes of 1973, 1968, 1963
The trolley shuttle will include a stop at Seacobeck Hall from 5 – 8 p.m. to accommodate those attending the Seacobeck Soiree.
Saturday, June 3
Tour of Belmont, Gari Melchers Home and Studio
A trolley will pick up guests at 9:30 a.m. at Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls).
Carl’s Ice Cream A trolley departing from Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls) will make trips to Carl’s at 2, 2:30, 3, 3:30, and 4 p.m.
Wine, Beer, and Cider Tasting/Family Matinee
Movie
A shuttle bus will loop between Monroe Circle (between Monroe and Lee Halls) and the Jepson Alumni Executive Center from 2:50 – 5:15 p.m.
All-Class Party
Between 6 p.m. and 11:15 p.m., a shuttle bus or trolley will loop every 15 minutes between the Hyatt Place hotel and the Cedric Rucker University Center.
GOLF CART SHUTTLES ON CAMPUS:
Thursday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Golf cart shuttles will make stops every 15 minutes at the following locations:
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George Washington Hall parking lot, off Double Drive
James Farmer Hall, front Willard Hall, front Signs will be posted at each stop. If you need a golf cart ride to a location not on the route, check for special shuttles outside of the Cedric Rucker University Center. *Please note that golf cart shuttles are limited to facilities on campus.
Global Cab Company: (540) 657-2227
Virginia/Hilldrup Taxi Services: (540) 373-8555
Uber and Lyft also are available in the Fredericksburg area.
We have reserved blocks of rooms or negotiated rates for alumni at the properties listed below. Additional details for each property will be added as soon as they are available.
At reservation, identify yourself as a UMW alum. After the rooms-held date has passed, reservations will be accepted on a space- and rate-available basis only. Hotel employees will do their best to group classes together.
Courtyard by Marriott-Historic District
(downtown on Caroline Street, next to the
620 Caroline St. • (540) 373-8300
Room Rate: $239/night
Rooms held until: May 1
**Valet or self parking at garage nearby Hampton Inn & Suites
(in Central Park, at the I-95 interchange and with easy access to UMW via Cowan Blvd.)
1060 Hospitality Ln. • (540) 786-5530
Room Rate: $169 for 2 Queens
Rooms held until: April 27
Group Code: UMW Reunion Weekend 2023
Hilton Garden Inn (in Central Park, at the I-95 interchange and with easy access to UMW via Cowan Blvd.)
1060 Hospitality Ln. • (540) 548-8822
Room Rate: $175 for 1 King
Rooms held until: May 1
Group Code: UMW23
Reference UMW Reunion Weekend 2023
Homewood Suites
(in Central Park, at the I-95/Rt. 3 interchange; easy access to UMW via Cowan Blvd.)
1060 Hospitality Ln. • (540) 786-9700
Room Rate: $189/night for King or
$229/night for 2
Queen
Rooms held until: May 5
Reference UMW Reunion Block
Hyatt Place (across Route at the end of campus, in Eagle Village)
1241 Emancipation Hwy. • (540) 654-3333
Room Rate: $175/night king
Rooms held until: May 1
Call hotel directly; reference group code G-UMR6 Residence Inn by Marriott (behind the Spotsylvania Towne Centre mall, at the I-95 interchange)
60 Towne Centre Blvd. • (540) 786-9222
Room Rate Studio King: $159
Room Rate King: $169
Rooms held until: May
Group Code: MWRMWRA
Reference UMW Reunion Weekend
Alumni and guests are welcome to make reservations for rooms in the renovated Willard Hall for Reunion Weekend. Each room contains two single beds and shares a hall bathroom. Linens are not included. Guests will need to provide their own bedsheets, pillow, blanket, and towels.
Price is $63 per room, per night. See the website for additional information.
Reservations must be made by May 15. To learn more and to make a reservation, visit alumni.
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