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The Wentworth Alumni Association (WAA) is excited to announce that we are hosting an inaugural leadership networking event designed to bring together Wentworth graduates, your employers and co-workers.
This event will focus on Generation Y in the Workforce as presented by Melissa Lavigne of the Intelligence Group. The Intelligence Group is considered to be the foremost expert on Generations X and Y with regard to work/life culture.
DATE: Thursday, June 19
TIME: 5:45 p.m.
VENUE: Watson Auditorium, Wentworth Institute of Technology
COST: $20 (discounted cost of $10 for Class of 2005-2007 graduates)
Appetizers will be served and a cash bar will be available
We look forward to seeing you at what promises to be the beginning of many successful career-focused networking events sponsored by the WAA.
To register for this event please contact the Alumni Office at 1-800-ALUM-WIT or alumni@wit.edu.
Best,
Erica Rapp, Director of Alumni Relations, and Matt Kane, Alumni Association President
1-800-ALUM-WIT
alumni@wit.edu
Upcoming Events
For more information, or to register for any of the following events, please contact us at
1-800-ALUM-WIT or alumni@wit.edu.
Young Alumni Night - Boston Billiards, 126 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA
Thursday, May 8, at 6 p.m. - There are a limited number of spots available - RSVP SOON!
$10 per person - pool, great raffle prizes (including Sox tickets), hors d'oeuvres, and a free beer!
Young alumni - join us at Boston Billiards for an evening of fun, and to welcome the newest alumni, the Wentworth Class of 2008. RSVP by May 1, 2008, to Meagan McMullen at 617-989-4066 or mcmullenm@wit.edu.
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Class of 1958: Black & Gold Weekend
May 9-11
"Merry we have met, merry have we been; Merry let us part, and merry meet again."
Members of the 50th reunion class will receive their honorary bachelor degree alongside the class of 2008. Each graduate of the Class of '58 and their families are invited to attend commencement exercises and the wonderful celebration weekend planned exclusively for the 50th reunion class. Your cap and gown is ready for you at this once-in-a-lifetime event.
If you haven't received a formal invitation and would like one, please contact the Alumni Office at
alumni@wit.edu.
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36th Annual Women at Wentworth
Tuesday, May 13, at 5:30 p.m. in Watson Auditorium
Keville Enterprises, and the presentation of this year's Women at Wentworth Award.
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American Institute of Architects (AlA) Alumni Reception
Thursday, May 15, at 5:30 p.m. in Watson Auditorium
Wentworth will host a networking reception on campus during this year's AIA Convention in Boston on May 15-17, 2008. Guests will be able to view exhibits, which include many of the original drawings by KMW for Boston City Hall. Gary Wolf, one of the organizers of the exhibit and an adjunct Architecture faculty member, will speak on the history of the City Hall competition at 7:30 p.m. This is your opportunity to reconnect with fellow architects and alumni who will be in the area for this national conference. Please RSVP by Monday, May 12 to Jessica Beeby at 617-989-4202 or beebyj@wit.edu.
Alumni Baseball/Softball Game
Saturday May 17, at 10 a.m. at Sweeney Field
Wentworth baseball and softball alumni are invited to join us for this reunion game. Family and friends are welcome to join to watch the game, which will be followed by a lunch reception in the Alumni Room in the Tansey Recreation Center. Please RSVP by Monday, May 12 to the Allison Gormley in the Athletic Department at 617-989-4655 or gormleya@wit.edu.
WAA Bay Area Chapter Event - Sox vs. A's - There are still tickets available!
Saturday, May 24, at 6:05 p.m. at McAfee Coliseum in Oakland
$45 per person - includes game and pre-game tailgate
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Wentworth Night at Fenway Park - There are still tickets available!
Wednesday, May 21, at 7:05 p.m., On-campus BBQ at 5 p.m.
$70 Adults, $50 Children - each alumnus/a may purchase up to 4 tickets
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Reunion Weekend
June 6-9
If you are a graduate of '63, '68, '73, '78, '83, '88, '93, '98, and '03 - this is your year to celebrate at your milestone reunion. The reunion schedule holds a great program of activities and back-to-school events planned for you, your classmates, and your family. If you are in one of the reunion classes, you will be receiving a formal invitation with registration materials later this month.
The best way to make your reunion memorable is to make sure your friends are there. Contact us if you would like to encourage your classmates to join you.
NeoCon Alumni Reception - Chicago
Sunday, June 8, at 5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Bar at the Peninsula Hotel, 108 E. Superior Street (at Michigan Avenue)
Join Mary Thomas, IDC '91and other Wentworth alumni, current students, and faculty for a causal happy hour. RSVP by Monday, June 2 to the Alumni Office. We hope to see you there!
Wentworth Annual Golf Tournaments
June 9 - The 15th Alumni Golf Tournament at Mt. Pleasant Golf Club, Boylston, Mass.
September 16 - The 14th President's Cup Challenge at Pinehills Golf Club, Plymouth, Mass.
The time has come to get ready for this year's golf tournaments. This is also a great opportunity to promote your business or your employer with a sponsorship.
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President's Cup Challenge - [photo gallery]
Campus News
Northern California and Seattle Receptions
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Wentworth Annual Career Fair Attracts Nearly 150 Companies to Campus
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Scholarship Appreciation Luncheon Recognizes Students and Benefactors
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Wentworth Awards Four Scholarships to MATHCOUNTS Winners
[read more]
Congressman Michael Capuano (8th Congressional District of Massachusetts) visits Wentworth
[read more]
Construction Management Students Earn 2nd Place at National Construction Management Commercial Building Competition
[read more]
2nd Annual Youth Workers and Youth Care Providers Symposium
[read more]
2008 STEM Discovery Program
This summer, the Department of Electronics and Mechanical is offering two sessions of a 3-week course of study in STEM fields intended for rising high school juniors and seniors. Read more or contact Barbara Bourque at 617-989-4220.
To see pictures from other Wentworth events, please visit our photo gallery.
Wentworth Alumni Association Updates
WAA Board of Director Elections
Saturday, May 10, at 9 a.m. in the Alumni Room,Tansey Recreation Center
This year's voting for the WAA Board of Directors will take place at the WAA Annual Meeting . All alumni are welcome to attend the meeting and vote for the 2008-2009 Board members. If you cannot attend the meeting, you may still vote by faxing the ballot to the Alumni Office at 617-989-4168 by Friday, May 9.
Go ahead and brag! - We are accepting class notes for the next edition of the Magazine.
Do you have a new degree? New baby? New job? Ring on your finger? Taken a fabulous vacation? Enjoying retirement? Please spread the word to your classmates by sending your class note to alumni@wit.edu. Don't be shy about showing off your fantastic photos; send a great picture to go along with your class note!
Women at Wentworth Facebook Group
Join the Women at Wentworth Facebook group and be connected to women in the industries of science, architecture, design, engineering, management, and technology. Members of this group will have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals and be informed of the latest news and Women at Wentworth events. To join - "friend" us on Facebook and we will send you an invitation. Already a friend? Contact us if you have not already received an invitation. Not on Facebook? No problem, contact the Alumni Office and we will help you get connected.
Update your Contact Information
When you update your information with the Alumni office, please include your address, phone number, e-mail, middle initial, and graduation year.
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