APGA Event Highlights - Alumni Association of Princeton

APGA REUNIONS 2015 - EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Post Generals Dinner Celebration with Graduate Students
5:30 - 7:30pm (Tent outside Whig Hall)
Join current graduate students who have just taken their General exams as they celebrate the
accomplishment! Enjoy yummy Nomad Pizza, D’Angelo’s subs, cupcakes from House of Cupcakes, and
premium beer and wine at this casual gathering.
Late Night Entertainment – Tiger Soundsystem Graduate Student & Alumni DJ Showcase
8:00pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
This year the party once again starts on Thursday night at APGA Headquarters! All Reunions attendees with a
wristband are welcome. Graduate student & alumni DJs will be performing.
The After Party – The DBar
12:00-2:00am (DBar – Graduate College)
Graduate alumni are invited to visit the DBar as guests of our current graduate students. Revisit your old
stomping grounds to enjoy a casual drink and reminisce. Please note: As a private establishment run by
graduate students, the DBar must charge for drinks (cash only) and cannot honor Reunions wristbands.
Friday, May 29, 2015
Voiceless: Human Trafficking in 2015
9:00 - 10:15am (Robertson Hall, Bowl 016)
This panel discussion will feature graduate alumni from various fields discussing the current state of human
trafficking. Moderator: Noy Thrupkaew, Lecturer in The Council of the Humanities and Ferris Professor of
Journalism. Panelists: Lori Bishop *06, Senior Advisor, Human Rights, Resiliensea Group; Elaine Pearson *13,
Australia Director, Human Rights Watch; Kay Warren *74, Tillinghast Professor in the Politics, Culture and
Identity Program, Brown University; Jennifer Windsor*91, CEO, Women for Women International.
Service Project: Meal Packaging for the Kids Against Hunger Coalition
9:30am – 1:30pm (Dillon Gymnasium)
The APGA is partnering with the Classes of 1980, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2010, and 2015 on the 25th Reunion’s
Community Service Project, packaging meals for the Kids Against Hunger Coalition. Register to give one hour of
your time to help with this worthy cause. The APGA will be “hosting” during the 12:30-1:30pm time slot, but
you are welcome to register for any of the time slots.
Unmanned: A Conversation on the Future of Commercial Drones in America
10:30 - 11:45am (Robertson Hall, Bowl 016)
This conversation will feature perspectives on the impact non-military drones have on American society. A
conversation between Ed Felten, Robert E. Kahn Professor of Computer Science and Public Affairs, Director,
Center of Information Technology, and Associate Director, Program in Technology and Society and Michael
Huerta *80, Administrator, Federal Aviation Administration.
APGA Lunch
12:00 – 1:30pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
Continue the day with a casual graduate alumni lunch at our Headquarters in Cuyler Courtyard.
Individual Department Receptions
2:00 – 5:00pm (Various locations)
Many departments host receptions during this time. View the current listing of events. Additional details will be
added as we get closer to Reunions.
Career & Life Vision Lecture
3:00 – 4:30pm (Frist Campus Center, Multi-purpose Rooms B&C)
Join alumni, graduate students an Executive Director of Career Services Pulin Sanghvi who will discuss the
concepts and frameworks that comprise the Career & Life Vision program. This highly personalized approach to
career management will help you articulate your values, beliefs, purposes, and vision for the future.
Woodrow Wilson School Alumni Reception
3:00 – 5:00pm (Robertson Hall, Shultz Dining Room)
The Woodrow Wilson School invites all returning alumni of the Woodrow Wilson School to join in a casual
reception.
Newbies! (An Inaugural Improv Show)
4:30 – 5:00pm (Rocky Mathey College, Rocky Mathew Theatre)
Come enjoy the inaugural show of the Graduate Improv Club, an improv troupe made up of Princeton graduate
students.
APGA Welcome Dinner
6:30 - 8:00pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
Join the APGA as we formally kick off Reunions weekend with a delicious dinner, featuring wine, beer and
delicious food catered by perennial APGA Reunions favorite Emily’s Café and Catering
Late Night Entertainment – Atomic Funk Project
8:00pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
All Reunions attendees with a wristband are welcome at the APGA Headquarters to dance the night away with
world-class party band Atomic Funk Project, mingle with graduate alumni, graduate students and Reunions
attendees from all classes.
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Bernstein Gallery Mimosa Breakfast: Celebrating All Things Woody Woo
10:00 – 11:00am (Robertson Hall, Bernstein Gallery)
Join the APGA in celebrating all things Woody Woo at the Bernstein Gallery. Enjoy a continental breakfast and
mimosas during this drop-in event.
Festive Lunch at APGA Headquarters
12:00 - 2:00pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
Prepare for the P-Rade and enjoy a delightful lunch, provided by Emily’s Café and Catering. Fun activities for
the family will be available as well!
The One and Only P-rade
2:00 - 5:00pm (Line up at the corner of Elm & Chapel, next to Clio Hall; APGA march starts at approximately
3:45pm)
The APGA contingent will line up along the route at the corner of Elm Drive and Chapel Drive, next to Clio Hall.
All graduate alumni, graduate students and guests are welcome to march down Elm Drive as part of this
Princeton tradition. APGA marches at approximately 3:45pm, but line up by 2:00pm to enjoy the show! Don
your black and orange, grab a sign, and join the P-rade!
APGA Dinner Celebration
6:00 - 8:30pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
Join your fellow graduate alumni and graduate students for a fabulous dinner featuring another delectable
buffet by Emily’s Café and Catering.
University Orchestra Concert and Fireworks
University Orchestra Concert - 8:00pm, Fireworks - 9:15pm
Primary viewing location: Finney/Campbell fields
A lawn concert featuring Princeton University Orchestra, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. This notto-be-missed annual Reunions event is sponsored by the Alumni Association.
Late Night Entertainment – The Classix
10:00pm (APGA Headquarters – Cuyler Courtyard)
The night doesn’t end with the Fireworks! Join us back at APGA Headquarters, where all Reunions attendees
with a wristband are welcome to party with classic rock cover band The Classix and finish off Reunions with a
bang!
Schedule is subject to change. Check the APGA Reunions website for the most up-to-date version.
Accessibility Accommodations: Princeton University is committed to providing an accessible and welcoming
environment for faculty, staff, students, guests, visitors and members of the public. Please contact the APGA at
[email protected] or 609-258-2742 to request accommodations by Thursday, May 14, 2015.