ALL ALUMNAE INVITED
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Please join us for our first virtual Reunion!
Zoom links will be sent to all registered attendees and can also be found on the password-protected side of our website.
We are excited to present a robust program which will be thought provoking and informative and provide opportunities for connection in ways we could never have envisioned in a “typical” year. We planned events over a 13-day period and at various times not only to reduce consecutive hours online, but to also make Reunion 2021 accessible to more alums across the United States, and worldwide. We hope you will join for as many events as possible.
We also want to share that the Parents’ Association online school store will be open from April 16-26 at www.theschoolspot.com (password: Brearley).
Please reach out with any questions.
Our best,
Wilhelmina Martin Eaken ‘64 and Andrea Kassar ‘95, Co-Chairs
alumnae@brearley.org
Note: All times are Eastern Standard Time.
Click the Numbered Boxes to see the Program for Each Day:
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Friday, April 16
FRIDAY • APRIL 1612:00-1:15 PM Up Close with Head of School Jane Foley Fried and Senior Administrators Hear what has been happening at Brearley this year: navigating COVID and in-person and remote learning; initiatives surrounding antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion; curriculum updates; Brearley’s core values; and more.Jane Foley Fried, M.A. Ed.Head of SchoolMaria-Anna Zimmermann, M.S.Ed., M.Mus.Assistant Head of School for Student Life;Head of the Lower SchoolJames Mulkin, Jr., Ph.D.Assistant Head of School for Academic LifeTanya Huelett, Ph.D.Director of Equity and Community EngagementIncoming Director of Inclusive Teaching and Learning1:30-2:30 PM Virtual Alumnae Association Luncheon Honoring Reunion Classes Log in for this lunch hour and hear 25th and 50th Reunion speeches from 2020 (1970 and 1995) as well as this year’s (1971 and 1996). Amina Elderfield ’94, Alumnae Association President, will share updates on activities and priorities of the Alumnae Association.
Gretchen Amuseen '70
Vicky Bijur '71
Sarah K. Hofstadter '70
Gabriela Pereira '96
Meghan Taira '95Please view the Slate of incoming Alumnae Board Members here and vote by April 17.7:00-8:00 PM The "Winter" Student Musical: A Year in Revue As one of our cast members wrote, "We don’t really know what’s going to happen, and we especially don’t know how long we will have to navigate this new normal that we live in. I’ve always gotten through those moments by making art."So make art we did! This year's winter musical was rehearsed and filmed virtually and includes a slate of songs that speak to the cast's experiences over the last year. Each of the eleven shows featured in the revue also had a woman on its original creative team.
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Saturday, April 17
SATURDAY • APRIL 174:00-5:15 PM Alum Turbo Talks - Session One
Alums in milestone reunion years give brief, dynamic presentations about their careers, interesting life stories, passions or areas of expertise.
Speakers from 2016, 2015, 2011, 2010, 1976, 1975, 1971 and 1970Kathy Braddock '75, Managing Director, Braddock and PurcellJuanita Dugdale '70, Dugdale ProjectsJenny Osman '10, Director of FRESH and Food Policy, Assistant Vice President, New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC)
Simonetta Costanzo Pittaluga '71, Retired Public Relations professional and skills teacher, INGO Board Member, Yoga Teacher + Meditation Trainer
Jane Schapiro '76, Latin Teacher, The Nightingale-Bamford School; Comedian; StorytellerMegan Tallmer '70, Retired Acting Bronx Supreme Court Judge
Click here to learn about the Turbo Talk speakers.5:15 - 6:15 PM Young Alum (2006-2020) Cocktails and Crafts
Join Hannah Gross ‘09 and Colette Macari ‘13 for cocktail/mocktail mixology and crafts. -
Sunday, April 18
SUNDAY • APRIL 1812:00-1:00 PM Queers through the Years: A virtual lunch and conversation for alums who identify as LGBTQ+
Hosted by the Queerly Brearley Committee
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Tuesday, April 20
TUESDAY • APRIL 205:30-6:30 PM Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Antiracism: School Update Learn about the School’s self-examination process and action steps to become an antiracist and inclusive community. For more information on the School’s initiatives, view the Winter/Spring Bulletin at https://www.brearley.org/about/publications Jane Foley Fried, M.A. Ed.Head of SchoolChristine Alfaro ‘91, P ‘25President, Board of TrusteesJames Mulkin, Jr., Ph.D.Assistant Head of School for Academic LifeTanya Huelett, Ph.D.Director of Equity and Community EngagementIncoming Director of Inclusive Teaching and LearningGail Marcus
History FacultyCaroline Chang '08
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Wednesday, April 21
WEDNESDAY • APRIL 2112:00-12:40 PM Computers and Secret Codes: An introduction to Binary Digits Luigi Cicala, Art Faculty, Technology & Innovation Coordinator
Take yourself back to Class IV and experience how Luigi Cicala teaches Binary Digits. Paper and pencil required. This is alum-only experiential class has reached capacity. If you are interested in being contacted for an alternate date, please contact Lizzy Youngling at eyoungling@brearley.org. -
Thursday, April 22
THURSDAY • APRIL 226:00-7:15 PM Miller Society Event
Open to members of the Miller Society. Details coming soon.7:00-8:00 PM Dream Closet, Green Closet - An Interactive Eco-Fashion Event, hosted by the Parents’ Association
Join Ms. Kate McGuire, creator of Converted Closet, who will host an interactive zoom event filled with ideas of how to transform existing clothes in your wardrobe into bespoke pieces that reflect your individual style. Kate will also answer our questions on how to use what we have, how and where to shop vintage and how to reduce the huge amounts of clothing that goes into landfills. If you would like to get advice on transforming an outfit you already own, we ask that you submit a picture of yourself wearing it to Marina Mata Rohe P'28 by Thursday, April 15. Please include your name and class year. Because this is an interactive experience, if you submit a picture, please plan to attend the event. Please feel free to choose an everyday or evening outfit. Kate will select a few outfits and give advice during the event. -
Friday, April 23
FRIDAY • APRIL 2312:00-1:15 PM Alum Turbo Talks - Session Two
Alums in milestone reunion years give brief, dynamic presentations about their careers, interesting life stories, passions or areas of expertise.
Speakers from 1986, 1985, 1981, 1980, 1966, 1965, 1961, 1960
Susan Pollack '60, Lawyer/Volunteer/Wife/Mother/Grandmother/Gardener
Ann Carmel '61, Chair, Untermyer Gardens Conservancy
Maysoon Pachachi '65, Director/Producer, Oxymoron Films Ltd.
Rozella Kennedy ’81, Founder & Owner, Brave Sis Project
Members of the Class of 1985: Caroline Bicks, Lisa Downing, Janet Reich Elsbach, Alison Green, Victoria Guest, Monica Lengyel Karlson, Marie Elizabeth Mali, Dawn Simmons & Penny Wilson
Carolyn Bernstein '86, Executive Vice President of Scripted Content and Documentary Films, National Geographic
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Saturday, April 24
SATURDAY • APRIL 2412:00-1:30 PM Acting on Climate Change: Panel Discussion and Empowerment Hear from alums in the fields of climate change, sustainability, natural resource management and the environment. This panel highlights the important work these alums are doing to innovate solutions to fight climate change and to increase the resiliency of the built and natural environment to the changes already underway. Through a facilitated discussion, become more versed in our influence as consumers, voters and members of our various communities to help protect and restore our planet.Wendy De Wolf ’10 Co-Founder, East Light Partners Amanda Eaken '95 Director of Transportation, American Cities Climate Challenge; National Resources Defense Council Virginia Gardiner '95 CEO; Loowatt Allison Reddington '00 Hydrologist; Cherokee National Forest Sophie Waskow Rifkin '03 Director, Corporate Research and Engagement; NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business Kate Daniels Ryan '93 Attorney, Colorado Water Trust Leigh (Lili) Stearns '95, Ph.D. Professor, Department of Geology; University of Kansas Laurie Seminara, Ph.D. Moderator, Brearley Science Department Faculty 1:30 - 2:30 PM Alumnae Turbo Talks - Session Three Alumnae in milestone reunion years give brief, dynamic presentations about their careers, interesting life stories, passions or areas of expertise.Speakers from 2006, 2005, 2001, 2000, 1996, 1995, 1991 and 1990Click here to learn about the Turbo Talk speakers.Aska Shiratori Langman '06, Director, Aska's Animals
Katherine Saunders '01, Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Weill Cornell Medicine; Co-Founder and Senior Medical Officer, Intellihealth
Penelope Tang '00, Interior Designer, Penelope August
Olivia Howard Sabine '96, Managing Director in Industrial Vertical & Portfolio Group, Bain CapitalHope Moeller '91, Teacher & Director, Middle School Theater at The Ensworth School
Ondine Cohane '90, Author and Journalist -
Monday, April 26
MONDAY • APRIL 266:00-7:00 PM Taking Care: Perspectives and Advice on Self-Care During COVID
Dr. Francesca Parker '94, PsyD, will lead a discussion where we can connect with one another and better understand how the past year has impacted our stress levels and relationships, and what we can do about it. We will also explore what it means to "re-enter" the world and cope with uncertainty, and how to know when a "red flag" appears. Open dialogue and questions welcomed. -
Wednesday, April 28
WEDNESDAY • APRIL 2810:50-11:30 AM Frances Riker Davis 1915 Award: Virtual Assembly Student-led conversation with 2020 FRD winners Alex Piper ‘84 and Samantha Eisenstein Watson '96.Click here to learn about the 2020 FRD winners.
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(212) 744-8582
New York, NY 10028
(212) 744-8582
590 East 83rd Street
New York, NY 10028
(212) 744-8582
