For Love of Learning: Reed’s Centennial Conference
In spring 2009, Reed College invited alumni, parents, and friends to participate in a dynamic conversation about teaching and learning at Reed. “For Love of Learning: Reed’s Centennial Conference,” which launched the celebration of Reed’s upcoming centennial, asked participants to reflect on a century of learning and offer their visions for Reed’s next 100 years.
Events were held in cities across the country and in London; each began with a local alumni speaker, who talked about his or her experience at Reed and beyond. President Colin Diver then led discussions with professors about teaching at Reed and the community that makes the passion for education at Reed possible. Each event also included a reception, a short video, and small-group discussions.
Record numbers of Reedies contributed to these conversations, sharing insights about how their educational experience shaped them and thoughts about what makes Reed’s centennial a meaningful institutional touchstone.
Wonder what these conversations were like? To view full video coverage of the faculty discussions with Colin, featured alumni speakers, and highlights of audience participation, click here.
Check back in 2010 for more centennial events; meanwhile, visit the alumni site for information on additional alumni programs and services.
Portland
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Kaul Auditorium, Reed College
Virginia Oglesby Hancock ’62
Robert Stacey ’72
Seattle
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Grand Hyatt
Abe Bergman ’54, part 1 part 2
Los Angeles
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Doubletree Suites Santa Monica
Roger M. Perlmutter ’73, part 1 part 2
Boston
Monday, March 16, 2009
Westin Copley Place
Steve Shapin ’65
New York City
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Marriott Marquis
Peter Goodman ’89
Washington, DC
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Women’s National Democratic Club
Barbara Alexander Ehrenreich ’63
Chicago
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Elephant & Castle
Linda Hammill Matthews ’67
San Francisco
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Hotel Whitcomb
Pamela C. Ronald ’82