Schedule of Events

This webinar will be presented by Professor Janine Ludwig, academic director of Dickinson’s Bremen program. She is a literary scholar, vice head of the Institute for Cultural German Studies (ifkud) at the University of Bremen and chairwoman of the International Heiner Müller Society.

On Russian state TV, propagandists constantly declare a Cold War 2.0 against Western culture. They claim to fight in Ukraine not against their neighboring country, but against the “collective West,” led by the “American hegemon.”

During this webinar, take a look back on the Cold War of the 20th century to see if any of the lessons learned then could be applied today. For example, it is widely understood that the Cold War was won in an economics and arms race. But another important aspect was the Western influence of pop and everyday culture. After all, the two blocs each proclaimed that a specific way of life was attached to their political system as they fought for the hearts and minds of people. Participants will look at how rock and roll helped end the Cold War, specifically how the GDR lost the fight against rock music from the West. Then, participants will examine how Russia today tries to decouple its citizens from Western culture (and provide a new, yet highly inconsistent ideology), and will consider how the West might counter this.

Thursday, June 6 from 1-5 p.m. & Friday, June 7 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (times may vary per course)
Course led by John Truden, Postdoctoral Fellow in Native American & Indigenous Studies

Between 1879 and 1980, the U.S. government operated a series of forced reeducation camps designed to wipe out Native American cultures and identities. Dickinson College closely supported the first and most prominent of these institutions, the Carlisle Indian Industrial School (1879-1918).

In 2023 Dickinson established the Center for the Futures of Native Peoples with a generous grant from the Mellon Foundation. Among other goals, the CFNP is designed to address the relationship between the college and Carlisle Indian Industrial School. At the time of this writing, the center had already hosted a number of visiting tribal delegations; brought prominent Indigenous intellectuals, activists, journalists, artists and luminaries to campus; built an NAIS lending library; and begun a faculty group to discuss Indigenous issues. By Alumni Weekend, the center will have also hosted the first annual Central Pennsylvania Native American and Indigenous Studies Symposium in April.

In this two-day seminar, you will contemplate longstanding ties between the two institutions, what a reckoning might look like and how to move forward together as a community.
Preregistration is required. Space is limited (18people). Breakfast and lunch on Friday, June 7 and transportation for the course is included.

Co-sponsored by Sigma Chi
All Phi Betas and Omicrons are welcome to catch up before the full Alumni Weekend officially begins. There will be local takeout provided plus the traditional Crow bar.

Join Matthew Pinsker, Brian C. Pohanka Chair in American Civil War History, for a guided tour of the battlefields and cemetery at the Gettysburg National Military Park. After the tour, enjoy lunch at The Upper Crust.

Members of the class of 1974 are invited to join classmates for a private tour of the College Farm.

There is no fee for this event, but preregistration is required. Please indicate if you will drive on your own or if you would like college-provided transportation. College transportation will leave campus at 1:45 p.m. to arrive at the College Farm around 2 p.m. A 3:45 p.m. arrival back to campus is expected. 

Hosted by the Friends of The Trout Gallery
Join Shannon Egan, Trout Gallery director, Hadley D’Esopo ’23, post-baccalaureate fellow in museum education and Friends of The Trout Gallery for an opportunity to learn about current and upcoming exhibitions and programs. Alumni and their families are invited to walk through an exhibition of works by social-realist artist William Gropper and participate in an activity in the Mumper-Stuart Education Center. Light refreshments provided.
Preregistration is required. Space is limited (25 people).

Join Danielle Goonan ’07, managing director for economic policy investments, equity & economic opportunity at The Rockefeller Foundation and Dickinson Alumni Council member, for a conversation about how philanthropic support is impacting our world culturally, politically and economically.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

Session led by James Liska '09
This session will offer a glimpse into life at Dickinson through the eyes of student Jacob Armel Keister in 1854. James Liska '09, who collects antique Dickinson items, will showcase original documents and explain why they are of interest to the college. Alongside supporting documents from Dickinson’s Archives & Special Collections, James will read from some original letters in his collection to provide a humorous—and fascinating—look into the student experience before the Civil War. The original letters from 1854 will be available to read and hold after the program.

This travel program for alumni, parents and friends is an extension of the Dickinson educational experience. Local guides offer unique opportunities for small groups of Dickinson travelers, and lectures and discussions by Dickinson faculty add substance and deepen travelers’ appreciation of each destination. Join Laura Wills, senior associate director of alumni engagement, to learn more about Dickinson's 2025 trips.

Please join in as Dickinson bestows the Alumni Association’s highest honors on this year’s award recipients and celebrates Volunteer Award-winners.

Alumni are invited to join in Shabbat services led by Rabbi Marley Weiner.

Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet and great company at this year’s Celebration Dinner on Morgan Field. 

Brothers from Alpha Chi Rho who are celebrating a milestone class reunion (e.g., ’64, ’69,’74, ’79, etc.) are invited to celebrate at the old quad house. There will be memorable “oldies” playing all night, plus favorite songs from the ’60s and ’70s. Snacks, dinner and drinks provided. 

Catch up with friends while enjoying coffee, dessert and music on Britton Plaza.

Enjoy a light breakfast while you meet InterVarsity staff and connect with friends old and new. The group will meet alfresco at the Mermaid Trellis–located beside the Quarry (current Denim Coffee location on campus), behind Althouse Hall.

Join Don Nichter, cross country and track & field coach, for a 5k run or walk from campus to Dickinson Park and back.

Pi Phi alumnae are invited to stop by and tour the downtown apartment and look through the chapters’ archives. Please note: The downtown apartment is not ADA accessible.

Benjamin Franklin, Joseph Priestley and William Petty, Lord Shelburne: Master Propagandists in the Cause of American Liberty
This event is part of the Alumni College series.

Session led by Harry Lewis ’74
Joseph Priestley, an English chemist and discoverer of oxygen, was a close friend of Benjamin Franklin, who got Priestley started in his scientific career and persuaded Anglo-Irish aristocrat and British-opposition leader William Petty, Lord Shelburne, to employ him. In addition to writing books about science, while in Shelburne’s employ, Priestley wrote best-selling books and articles, in the London newspapers and elsewhere, supporting the American cause both before and during the American Revolution. Priestley’s secret correspondence with Franklin during the war, written on behalf of Shelburne, was intercepted by a British spy and then publicly exposed, leading to a nearly deadly duel in Hyde Park.

Hear the dramatic story firsthand and learn about Dickinson’s own Priestley connection through the perspective of Priestley’s close friend and associate, Thomas Cooper, from whom Dickinson purchased Priestley’s chemical equipment for student use on campus. The college then hired Cooper as the first chair of Dickinson’s chemistry department.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

Session led by James Liska '09
This session will offer a glimpse into life at Dickinson through the eyes of student Jacob Armel Keister in 1854. James Liska '09, who collects antique Dickinson items, will showcase original documents and explain why they are of interest to the college. Alongside supporting documents from Dickinson’s Archives & Special Collections, James will read from some original letters in his collection to provide a humorous—and fascinating—look into the student experience before the Civil War. The original letters from 1854 will be available to read and hold after the program.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

More details coming soon!

Sarah Niebler, Associate Professor of Political Science (moderator)
Erica Moffitt-Dilks '03, Reporter for ABC27
Jon Haworth '04, London News Editor for ABC News

The Phi Beta Chapter welcomes members back for an annual alumni chapter meeting.

Enjoy breakfast and tour the Asbell Center before hearing from Richard S. Stern, Ph.D., as he delivers this year’s Stanley Ned Rosenbaum Judaic Studies Memorial Lecture, Blaming Ourselves is Tearing Us Apart: A Balm for Jewish Infighting and Extremism. Remarks will begin at 11 a.m.

Richard S. Stern, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 35 years of experience specializing in intergenerational healing, with a focus on Jewish and immigrant families. Dr. Stern earned his Ph.D. at The New School for Social Research, where he was awarded the Prize Fellowship. In addition to his thriving private practice, he has served, supervised, consulted, published and lectured widely on attachment-based family therapy and Jewish identity in both research and clinical contexts, including for the American Psychological Association, the University of Pennsylvania Center for Family Intervention Science, the Veterans Medical Center (Coatesville, Pa), North East Treatment Centers, CCNV Homeless Shelter (Washington, D.C.), Shevet Achim: The Brotherhood, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History and Tikkun magazine.

Alumnae of ADE are invited to attend this informal gathering to strengthen connections and reminisce about their shared history.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

Session led by Kenneth Hitchner Jr. '54
Composer George Gershwin's life of 39 years was brief, but his accomplishments were unbelievably strong in number and in classic beauty. During this piano/lecture presentation by Kenneth Hitchner Jr. ’54, audience members will have the opportunity to join in singing several Gershwin favorites.

Join alumni for some casual pickup games. All alumni are welcome. Please bring your own equipment.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

Tour led by Ken Shultes ’89
Ken Shultes ’89 will give a fun and informational tour of some of our campus sustainability projects/initiatives. Come learn about our solar projects, the new geo-exchange system at the Paz Family & Alumni Center, our LEED Platinum residence hall and much more.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

Tour the newly renovated Drayer Hall.

This event is part of the Alumni College series.

You're invited to join former classmates and friends in a yoga class led by Felicia Graham Comisar '89. Please bring your own mat.

Alumnae members are invited to visit with fellow Gamma Phi sisters and hear updates from the college.

Come enjoy food trucks from:

• 717tacos
• Edwards Kettle Corn
• Grappling Crab Shack
• Mad Dash
• Next Level Pizza
• Piper Belle's BBQ
• Pretzel Spot Café 
• The Potato Coop

Registration is required.

Always a popular event, this onsite luncheon features delicacies from College Farm fields and from neighboring farms. Wood-fired pizzas and freshly harvested field greens are deliciously punctuated by handmade beignets, which are created using renewable energy produced on the farm. Student-led tours will be offered along with the chance to engage with student and alumni farm staff. Transportation is provided. Limited space is available, and it fills quickly!

Inspired by Dickinson’s Dialogue Across Differences initiative, members of the class of 1974 are invited to join this 50th reunion panel and group discussion to explore how society has advanced since they were students 50 years ago and what changes we would like to see in the future. This is an opportunity to hear from classmates and college representatives and share reflections on lively topics including sustainability, diversity, technology and more.

Join the class of 1989 for a private event where the creativity of various class members will be on display, beginning with WDCV’s very own Joe George, who will DJ the event. The event will feature paintings and prints by Sungmin Kim Bobyak, Jen Johnson, Mike Weiss and Brad Heckman. Laura Petrovich-Cheney will show her works of sculpture, and videos of several of George Staib’s dance productions will be screened as classmates reconnect and learn about how Dickinson helped foster creative lives of these talented artists.

Alumni members are invited to visit with fellow Delta Sigma Phi brothers and start discussing plans for our upcoming 30th-anniversary milestone! The annual meeting will begin at 2 p.m.

Alumni members are invited to stop by and hang out with fellow brothers.

Sponsored by Alpha Chi Rho, Kappa Sigma and Sigma Chi
Everyone is invited to stop by and enjoy the musical stylings of Mr. Mody and Friends! Members of fraternities and sororities are encouraged to wear their Greek letters and bring old photos, yearbooks, banners and composites to share. There will be a casual cookout open to all "old Greeks."

Alumnae members are encouraged to stop by and visit with fellow Delta Nu sisters.

Enjoy this opportunity to meet with fellow Dickinsonians, former classmates and new acquaintances to celebrate Dickinson alumni of color! Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy a piece from the cantata “Sermon on the Mountain,” a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and to hear from classmates as they memorialize the lives of two Dickinsonians, Ed Fletcher ’73 (aka Duke Bootee) and Toni Ebron ’74.

Calling all Liberty Caps! Join in this Lib Cap reunion to catch up with old friends and make new ones! Reminisce about telling the Mermaid story and avoiding walking on the seal during tours!

Enjoy refreshments and fellowship with some friends and former colleagues during this informal gathering of PEER leaders from the classes of 1971 to 1977.

Join members of the class of 2009 for a tour of Denny Hall and the Kline Athletic Center.

Join alumni, faculty and friends to celebrate 40 years of inspirational service to Dickinson by Wendy Moffat, professor of English and John J. Curley ’60 and Ann Conser Curley ’63 Faculty Chair in Global Education. Light refreshments will be served.

The Alpha Sigma Chapter welcomes alumni members back for their annual fraternity reunion meeting.

Hosted by the Department of International Business & Management
Open to all. Participants are asked to bring a bottle of wine under $25 to share.

Join Men’s Glee Club and Octals alumni for an informal gathering filled with singing and reminiscing.

The PA Gamma Chapter of Pi Beta Phi encourages alumnae members to stop by for an informal gathering for a continuation of their 120th anniversary celebration!

Posse alumni are invited to gather with Mama B., mentors and friends to reconnect and celebrate the impact of Posse scholars at Dickinson.

SAE alumni and their guests are welcome to join other SAEs for an informal gathering at the Biddle House porch (SAE House, 1981–90) to catch up with brothers and old friends over a few cold beverages.

Join alumni and faculty in celebrating the retirement of Professors of Chemistry Dave Crouch (who retired in 2020), Cindy Samet ’82 (2024) and Mike Holden (2024). Friends and family are welcome. Toast these wonderful professors and enjoy light refreshments with friends, faculty and fellow alumni.

Join the LGBTQ+ Alumni Network for a social gathering with the new director of the LGBTQ+ Center, Tommy Lee. Allies are welcome.

Kappa Sigma welcomes alumni members back for their annual Alumni Association meeting.

Children may enjoy pizza, movies, crafts and games staffed by the Dickinson Children’s Center. The program is for children 3–11 years old; children must be potty-trained.   
Preregistration is required. Space is limited.

Mix, mingle and network with alumni, faculty, staff and professors emeriti.

Phi Psis not attending class dinners are welcome.

Keep the celebration going during Dickinson’s Dance Party with music from Downtown Sound. Stop in for dessert and/or a drink, catch up with friends and dance the night away!