Jewish Alumni of Binghamton - The Cultural Connection (JAB)
from Dave Berkowitz '00, network coordinator

JAB held a mixer and planning meeting Jan. 28 at the home of Boaz Berkowitz '98. About 30 people showed up and enjoyed a meal of Chinese take-out while they brainstormed ideas for events for the coming year. I was very impressed by both the quality and quantity of the turnout. There was a lot of new blood who seemed very eager to contribute. I think great things will come out of that night. If those faces that showed up represent the future of JAB, JAB has a bright future ahead of it.

1. Boaz Berkowitz '98 is seated in the foreground. Behind him are David Staffenberg '81 and his wife. Seated on the sofa from left are Jason Horn '98, Jacob Gitzis '00 and David Berkowitz '00.

SEHD alumni enjoy luncheon

The School of Education and Human Development alumni didn't have far to come, but that didn't mean they were any less enthusiastic to gather for a reunion of sorts at a special luncheon on Tuesday, March 5. In fact, most just had to walk across campus for the event at the Anderson Center Reception Room. The 40-some people at the luncheon all work on campus.

Although many of the participants see each other regularly at work, it was the first time they had a chance to discover their common ties as SEHD alums and to find out just how widespread their network is.

Eighty-three SEHD alumni currently work on campus. They hold a wide range of positions in every school and division. They are even on the faculty of their alma mater, including James J. Carpenter (MAT/Social Studies '70, EdD '02), who will become an assistant professor of education in social studies education in the fall.

After sharing information on their own experiences in school and where they are now on campus, attendees got a briefing on some of the issues facing SEHD from Dean Ernest Rose.

Rose said he proposed the luncheon after realizing that the school had such a large contingent of alumni on campus. "We're very proud of the work you all do," Rose told the group. "And we thought it was a good idea to bring you all together."

The alumni were similarly enthusiastic about the gathering. "It was so nice to network with other alumni on campus who have been through similar experiences as students and employees," said Gail Glover '96, media relations specialist in the Office of Communications and Marketing. "And it was very nice of SEHD and the dean's office to recognize the work we do on campus and to know that our degrees are paying off for the campus." Glover is currently enrolled in the MASS program.

Also on hand were Ted Rector, associate dean; Marcella Keeler, assistant to the dean; and Thomas O'Brien, director of SEHD's Education Division.

The University's residential communities will be hosting the following alumni and student events this spring. Plan a trip to campus to join in the fun!

Dickinson Community
Mutant Mania
April 11-21
Week-long event including banner creation and display, co-rec football tourney and other athletic events, plus additional competitive and team building activities.
For more information on these Dickinson events, call 607-777-2826

College-in-the-Woods
CIW Casino In The Woods
March 9
This is just what it says - a mini turning-stone with all the games you could want. All profits donated to charity. This is a "dress to impress" event.

CIW play
March 13
Written by a resident, this play may not be considered for a Tony but the students love it.

Woodstock
May 3
Outdoor music festival with accompanying picnic.
For more information on these CIW events, call 607-777-2637.

Hinman College
Semi-formal
April 6
at the Owego Treadway Inn Hinman Hysteria April 15-20.
For description, see Mutant Mania, above.

Siblings Weekend
April 19-21
Siblings of residents join the campus for the weekend; various youth-related activities planned.
For more information on these Hinman events, call 607-777-4716.

Newing College
Newing Navy
TBA
See Mutant Mania, above.
For more information on Newing Navy, call 607-777-2864.

In addition, all residential areas will have recognition ceremonies on the afternoon of Saturday, May 18, as part of the commencement weekend.

For more upcoming Alumni Gatherings, check out the Alumni Association's calendar of events! http://alumni.binghamton.edu/events.html

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