Tom Friedman:
More Thoughts on a "Flat World"
Two springs ago, renowned author and New York Times columnist Thomas L. Friedman appeared in a packed Chapin Hall to deliver his lecture, “The World is Flat: Some Second Thoughts.” Those who missed his dazzling presentation can now view it online.
When Did Williams' Libraries Begin?
Having told us a couple of months ago where Sawyer Library's headed in the near future, the online journal by Steve Satullo '69 now takes us back a couple of centuries to Williams' first library and how it evolved through the early 1900s. More installments to come this summer as Steve continues to create context for Williams' new center for the humanities and social sciences.
 NBC Rocks!
On May 2 and 3, "countless Ephs whipped out their best attempts at hip-hop dancing at a variety of tent parties and dances, but the real moves were on display at Adams Memorial Theatre as the College’s resident hip-hop group NBC rocked the house in their show 'NBC Returns.'" For the Record's take, read on.
Prof. Raab on Reading, Writing and Teaching Poetry
Listen to this interview with Lawrence E. Raab, Morris Professor of Rhetoric, and check out a growing collection of Williams audio and video offerings here.
 Prof. Burger Named Gaudino Scholar
Edward Burger, professor of mathematics, has been named Gaudino Scholar at Williams, succeeding Julie Cassiday, who has served in this role since 2006. Read on.
SUMMER WILLIAMSTOWN ROADSCHOLARS EVENT CANCELLED
We regret that the June Williamstown Roadscholars event announced in April's EphNotes will not take place this summer. Future Williams Roadscholars events will be announced in coming months.
"Seven Under Seven" Redux
Readers who enjoyed the Alumni Review cover story on Sheff Otis '98 will enjoy watching this video from the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, wherein Sheff demonstrates "Dadiator" or how to use one's children as mini-coaches...and free weights!
Mike Stevens '73 Remembers Fred Copeland '35
A wonderful eulogy Mike shared at the March 29 Williamstown memorial service for Fred Copeland can be read here.
Last Call for 3's and 8's!
Join your classmates in Williamstown for Reunion 2008, June 5-8. For more info and to register online go here.
Charitable Gift Annuity Rates to Drop
On July 1, 2008, Williams will lower its gift annuity rates. This change will only affect new gift annuities. Existing annuities will be unaffected. The current, higher rate schedule remains in effect through June 30th. For general info. on Williams Gift Annuities, go here. For detailed information, contact the Gift Planning staff at gift.planning@williams.edu.
Commencement 2008: Everything You Need to Know!
From Richard Serra to George Shultz, from Ivy Exercises to Baccalaureate to your child's long walk across the stage, get all the details here.
  ECAC Nationals, NESCAC Title, NCAA Quarterfinals, and Div. 1 New Englands. Updates on great seasons for women’s crew, men's lacrosse, women's tennis, and men's track here.
Williams Tops Amherst in Commemorative Baseball
On July 1, 1859, Amherst and Williams played America's first ever collegiate baseball game. Both teams celebrated the 150th anniversary a week ago at Pittsfield's Wahconah Park...but Williams celebrated the victory: 9-4. Read on.
And for much more Ephsports...
Head to Williams' sports info site.
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