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A Perfect Day: Reunion 2017
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New England is its most glorious in fall when the leaves are punctuated with color and the days
are cool and sunny. Saturday, October 28, turned out to be just what the weatherman ordered
and it was the perfect setting for Reunion 2017. The day kicked off with the traditional "Mimosas
Down Memory Lane" celebration in Empsall Hall for the 50th Reunion of the Class of 1967,
setting the tone for the events to follow. Kathy Bourque, Vice President for University Relations
and Board Liaison, gave the annual State of the University address, and presented the 2017
President's Award to Yvette Frisby. Yvette, a member of the Bay Path Advisory Council and 2017
President's Gala star dancer, was honored for her service to the University and the greater
Springfield community. Other awardees honored included: Charlene H. D. Mazer '67, trustee
emerita and first woman to serve as chair of the Board of Trustees: the BOLD Woman Award;
Gillian Palmer G'11: Recent Alumni Award; and Nancy Burke '14: James McGill '35 Carpe Diem
Award. For all who attended—thank you! We look forward to Reunion 2018...
Venessa O'Brien '38 celebrated her 79th class reunion!
