EphNotes - For Williams Alumni, Parents and Friends

EPHNOTES, A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR WILLIAMS ALUMNI, PARENTS, AND FRIENDS

Volume 12, Number 5, May 2006

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FROM THE DESK OF... ELISSA BROWN

"I was somehow under the impression that this was one of those spirited 'wave signs and march in front of the White House' kinds of events. As I found out, it wasn't ..." Elissa goes to Washington to find out what she--and we--can do about the genocide in Africa's Sudan .

*SEE http://www.williamsrecord.com/wr/?view=article&section=opinion&id=7933

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COLLEGE NEWS

DIVERSITY INITIATIVES UPDATE
See the link below for an update on the College's diversity initiatives, launched in the fall of 2004 to generate ideas on steps that Williams can take to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff can thrive at Williams. "Achievement of this goal is vital," writes President Morty Schapiro. "The College's mission to provide the highest quality liberal arts education requires the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that students, faculty, and staff bring to the task of educating each other..."

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/home/diversity/

STEPHEN KLASS NAMED VICE PRESIDENT FOR OPERATIONS

President Morty Schapiro has announced the appointment of Stephen Klass as Vice President for Operations at Williams. Follow the link for the President's message and a greeting from Mr. Klass. Welcome!

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/admin/president/memos/060510_Klass_VPops.php

COMMENCEMENT, BACCALAUREATE SPEAKERS: DANCER CHUCK DAVIS AND ACTOR ROGER REES

Dancer, choreographer, and founder of the African-American Dance Ensemble Chuck Davis will be the principal speaker at Williams' 217^th Commencement. Roger Rees, British-American actor and director of the Williamstown Theatre Festival, will be the Baccalaureate speaker.

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/admin/news/releases.php?id=1216

POLLOCK ON VIEW AT WCMA

College and community share a unique opportunity to view three of Jackson Pollock's paintings in WCMA's exhibition "Jackson Pollock at Williams College," through October 1. Follow the link for information on the exhibition and restoration history of the paintings.

*SEE http://www.wcma.org/modules/pollock/

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FACULTY NEWS

EXPROPRIATION OF IRAQI ANTIQUITIES SUBJECT OF BERNHARDSSON BOOK

Assistant professor of Middle Eastern history Magnus T. Bernhardsson is the author of "Reclaiming a Plundered Past: Archaeology and Nation Building in Modern Iraq" ( University of Texas Press).

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/admin/news/releases.php?id=1193

REMEMBERING PROF. NICHOLAS FERSEN

In January we noted the passing of professor of Russian emeritus Nicholas Fersen, who taught at Williams from 1961 to 1988. The following link offers a short memoir shared at a recent Williams faculty meeting.

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/alumni/ofnotes/ofnote.php?id=43

PROF. CASSIDAY APPOINTED GAUDINO SCHOLAR

President Schapiro has announced the appointment of associate professor of Russian Julie A. Cassiday as the College's Gaudino Scholar for 2006-2007. At Williams since 1994, professor Cassiday has been a fellow at the Oakley Center for the Humanities and Social Sciences and a research scholar with the American Council of Teachers of Russian.

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/admin/news/releases.php?id=1247

PROF. GOLDSTEIN'S "CULINARY CULTURE OF EUROPE" WINS "OSCAR"
"The Culinary Culture of Europe: Identity, Diversity and Dialogue" (Council of Europe Publication, 2005), co-edited by professor of Russian Darra Goldstein, has been named the "best culinary history book" in English in 2005 by Gourmand World Cookbook Awards.
*SEE http://www.williams.edu/admin/news/releases.php?id=1211

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STUDENT NEWS

ETHICS TEAM TAKES FIRST

A team of Williams students placed first in the third annual Northeast Regional Ethics Bowl in late February, beating out teams from Dartmouth, Union, and Franklin Pierce colleges.

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/admin/news/releases.php?id=1203

A SENIOR REFLECTS ON FOUR YEARS AT WILLIAMS ...

Senior Jessica Lovaas recently spoke to admitted Williams students and their families. Her day-in-the-life essay extols the pleasures, challenges, and benefits of a Williams education--emphasis on pleasures.

http://www.williams.edu/alumni/ofnotes/ofnote.php?id=41

... WHILE A FIRST-YEAR LOOKS FORWARD TO THREE MORE

In a tribute to all things Williams, Anna Scholtz expressed her gratitude to donors at the annual Scholarship Luncheon, held on Friday April 28.

http://www.williams.edu/alumni/ofnotes/ofnote.php?id=42

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ALUMNI NEWS

COLLEGE ADVISING AVAILABLE FOR CHILDREN OF ALUMNI
From 1 June through 17 November 2006, sons and daughters of alumni who are rising seniors or seniors may meet with a senior admission officer for an early evaluation of their credentials. To schedule, call the Office of Admission at 413-597-2214. Important: Be sure to identify yourself as an alumni daughter or son. When you visit Williams, bring a copy of your most recent (unofficial) transcript and any test scores. If you visit while the College is in session, plan to join a campus tour, attend a group information session, and attend classes.

STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR REUNION ...ONLINE!

If you're in a class ending in a "1" or a "6," you can register online for this year's Reunion Weekend, June 8-11. Follow the link below, which offers additional info. about Reunions '06.
*SEE http://www.williams.edu/alumni/news/reunion/

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COOL WEB SITE

For readers interested in the life and struggles of modern day Afghanistan , we highly recommend Carl W. Vogt '58 Professor of Anthropology David B. Edwards's web site, The Williams Afghan Media Project. This "online Afghanistan " is an excellent place to explore the cultural legacy, historical development, and present situation of Afghanistan .

*SEE http://contentdm.williams.edu/wamp/web/information.htm

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EPH SPORTS

DICK FARLEY MAKES COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME

One of the greatest Division III coaches of all time, with five perfect seasons, Gridiron Club of Greater Boston New England Coach of the Year (four times), and NESCAC Coach of the Year twice among his many honors, Dick Farley will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in August.

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/athletics/news.php?id=9672

EPH STANDOUT SWIMMER LYNDSAY PAYNE WINS 2006 HONDA INSPIRATION AWARD

At 12 years old, Lindsay was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia, yet was able to recover and become one of the finest female swimmers in Division III history.

*SEE http://www.williams.edu/athletics/news.php?id=9700

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