Class of 1959
Enjoying our 45th Reunion in 2004
REGISTRATION FOR TECH REUNIONS IS NOW CLOSED.
If you have not registered for Tech Reunions, limited tickets are
available at on-site registration. When you arrive on campus, check in
at McCormick Hall's registration
area to receive your name badges, program book, Pops tickets, and final
schedule.
McCormick Hall Registration Hours:
Thursday, June 4: 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.*
Friday, June 5: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 6: 7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 7: registration closes, please go directly to your events
*Note: A special 50th reunion registration suite in McCormick will open at noon.
Accommodations
Special hotel rates have been arranged for our class. For
reservations, please call the Hyatt Regency at (800)233-1234 or
(617)492-1234 to reserve a room at the discounted rate of $230 per
night. MIT Alumni from this class need to identify themselves as "MIT
Class of 1959 Alumni" to get the discounted rate. Several 50th reunion events will be held at the Hyatt, making it a convenient choice.
The MIT Class of 1959 will go to Wentworth-by-the-Sea in Portsmouth, New Hampshire from Sunday, June 7 - Tuesday, June 9. For reservations call (866)240-6313 and be sure to identify yourself as "MIT Class of 1959" to receive the class's discounted rate of $289 per night.
50th Reunion Book
As part of the celebration of the 50th Reunion year, each MIT class produces a commemorative book of autobiographical essays, which our class will provide to all dues-paying members. Please provide an essay of not more than 500 words that deals with such topics as: memories of MIT years, discussion of advanced degrees, military service, professional activities, family, hobbies, value of MIT experience, outlook for your future, etc. Also, please include a current photo of yourself (and your spouse, if you wish). The photo will be included on your essay page, in addition to your name, course, contact information, family and business information. Please log into Infinite Connection and begin. The deadline for submission is April 15.
News from Our Reunions Chairs
Dave Packer and Dick Sampson recently sent out a letter with more information about our reunion. To see all the latest details check out the letter (PDF).The reunion book committee will be calling for bios from every member of our class this winter. Look for more information to be available about how to submit yours in January 2009.
Class Dues
Please pay class dues. These funds are used to support our reunion and class activities. You may do so by sending a check payable to MIT Class of 1959 (in the amount of $59.50) in care of the Alumni Association.
Get Involved
If you would like to help plan the reunion, or to get involved in pre-reunion events, please contact the reunion staff. Many volunteers are needed to make the reunion a success.
Class Schedule
| Thursday, June 4, 2009 |
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| On-Campus Registration | McCormick Hall, W4 |
12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| Department Receptions | Various |
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Pre-Pops Buffet Dinner
The 50th reunion arrives at Symphony Hall first for a private buffet dinner in the Higginson Rooms. |
Symphony Hall, Boston |
5:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. |
| Tech Night at the Pops | Symphony Hall, Boston | 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Friday, June 5, 2009 |
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| On-Campus Registration | McCormick Hall, W4 |
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Commencement Breakfast First thing in the morning classmates and guests gather in Walker Memorial for breakfast before Commencement. |
Walker Memorial, Morss Hall, Bldg 50 |
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m |
| Commencement Exercises One of the biggest thrills of any 50th reunion is getting to march into Killian Court in a red jacket as part of the 50th reunion class! |
Killian Court |
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
| Commencement Luncheon and Class Meeting The class of 1959 adjourns early from Killian Court for a seated luncheon the Stratton Student Center. |
Stratton Student Center, Lobdell, W20-2nd Floor |
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
| Afternoon Tours and Activities |
Various | 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Department Receptions | Various | 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| McGovern Center Tours Friday afternoon some of the laboratories at the McGovern Center will be open for special private tours for the Class of 1959. |
Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Bldg 46 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Living Group Open Houses | Various | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Institute of Contemporary Art Tour |
Institute of Contemporary Art, Boston |
5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Lobsterfest! Return to the Boston waterfront for a lobsterfest at Anthony's Pier 4! We'll also hear from classmate Pat McGovern '59 and director Robert DeSimone about the McGovern Center. |
Anthony's Pier 4, Boston |
6:30 pm. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Saturday, June 6, 2009 |
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| On-Campus Registration | McCormick Hall, W4 |
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. |
| Tech Reunions Breakfast |
McCormick Hall, W4 | 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
| Alumni Memorial Service |
Chapel, W15 |
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. |
| Technology Day Program | Kresge Auditorium, W16 |
9:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. |
| Technology Day Luncheon | Johnson Athletic Center, W34 |
1:05 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. |
| 50th Reunion President's Reception Saturday night's festivities begin at Gray House, the home of MIT President Susan Hockfield and her husband Dr. Thomas Byrne, who host a reception in our honor. |
Gray House, E1 |
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. |
| 1959 Class Banquet After the Presidents Reception, we can take to the dance floor at our class banquet with the music of the Back Bay Rhythm Makers to get us going! The Logarhythms alumni will also entertain us, and other diversions are planned. |
Hyatt Regency, Cambridge | 7:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, June 7, 2009 |
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| Reunion Row | Harold W. Pierce Boathouse, W8 | 7:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
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Farewell Brunch
After the Reunion Row, our class gathers on the top floor of the Hyatt for a farewell breakfast with a fantastic view of Boston. |
Hyatt Regency, Cambridge | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
| Wentworth Welcome Reception/Dinner | Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. |
| Monday, June 8, 2009 |
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| Wentworth Breakfast On Your Own | Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH |
7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. |
| Tennis and Golf Tournament |
Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH |
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Tour Portsmouth and Strawbery Banke |
Portsmouth, NH |
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Wentworth Class Dinner |
Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH |
7:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday, June 9, 2009 |
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| Wentworth Class Breakfast |
Wentworth by the Sea, New Castle, NH |
7:00 a.m. - 10:00a.m. |
