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AADC ALUMNAE-NEWS
MAY 2017
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Register Today and Connect at Alumnae Reunion Weekend, June 2-3
It's not too late to register for Alumnae Reunion Weekend 2017: Celebrating 95 Years of Alumnae Sisterhood, to be held on Friday, June 2, and Saturday, June 3. This year we herald the Vanguard Class of 1967, who celebrates its 50th reunion, as well as milestone Reunion classes ending in the 2s and 7s. To volunteer to help at Reunion during the weekend, please reach out to Chair Elena Anastasiou Rossi '78.
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Milestone Class Presidents & Fund Agents: Sign Up to Join in Milestone Classes Parade at Reunion Convocation in
Voorhees Chapel
Attention Milestone Class Presidents and Fund Agents! Two representatives from each milestone class are needed for this special moment during Reunion when we see generations of alumnae process into the Chapel. Representatives will join in the parade and, later in the ceremony, will announce their 5-year-Reunion class gift to the AADC.
Parade line up is at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 3. D
on't forget to register for Alumnae Reunion Weekend. Thank you for your passion and support!
If you are a milestone class president or fund agent,
click here
to confirm your availability for the Milestone Parade
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Welcome to the 2017 New Alumnae!
The Class of 2017 students became alumnae this past weekend on Saturday, May 13, 2017.
Please welcome the Class of 2017 into our alumnae sisterhood with a special gift of $20.17 to the AADC Annual Appeal in their honor, as they begin their journeys of success. It is only through contributions to the AADC Annual Appeal that our alumnae organization is able to provide life-long educational and networking programs and initiatives for all alumnae. Per the Agreement, the Annual Appeal is not on behalf of NJC, DRC, Douglass, or Rutgers.
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Spring Class Notes Published on AADC Website
Thanks to Class Secretaries for contributing news and updates to the latest collection of Class Notes. The Spring 2017 AADC Class Notes are published in PDF format and available on the AADC website under the "Publications" tab. Please click the link below to download the Class Notes. To request a printed copy of the PDF, please email your request to Anne Marie Russo at amrusso@douglassalumnae.org at the AADC.
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AADC Mabel's Alumnae Mentoring Program Applications Due June 30
Make a connection with a sister alumna as a Mentor or Mentee in this enriching program. Applications for the 2017-18 AADC Mabel's Alumnae Mentoring Program are on our website.
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Save the Date for the 2017
Victoria Dabrowski
Schmidt '42 Workplace and Professional Development Symposium
The Victoria Dabrowski Schmidt '42 Workplace and Professional Development Symposium will be held on campus on
Saturday, September 16. Save the date for an inspiring day of workshops, networking and connecting with sister alumnae. Symposium Chair Lisa Kaado '03 invites your participation in the Planning Committee.
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Distinguished Alumnae Honored at Founders Day Celebration; Kickoff of 95th Anniversary of AADC
Congratulations to our 2017 AADC Society for Excellence inductees Alice Herman '70, Michele Hoffnung '65 and Harriet R. MacLean '76, who shared moving remarks at the Founders Day Celebration from their distinguished careers, as well as college memories. We also held the Kickoff of the 95th Anniversary of the AADC, with more celebrations to come. Special thanks to Founders Day Committee Chair Isabel Goll Drezwiecki '61, committee members, and to the AADC Memorabilia Committee for providing beautiful centerpieces and flowers.
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AADC Benefactors Honored at Dinner Hosted by Our Board of Directors
With gratitude for the generosity of members of the Mabel Smith Douglass Leadership Circle, the Ivy Society and our Fellowship and Scholarship Benefactors, the AADC Board of Directors hosted a special dinner, "An Evening to Honor AADC Benefactors," at the Kathleen W. Ludwig Global Village Living Learning Center on April 27. Please see the links below for photos, as well as a video of the event, which include alumnae sharing the meaning and impact of support.
Click to view video
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Help the AADC Black Alumnae Network Create a Special Fellowship
An AADC BAN fellowship will provide assistance to an African-American alumna pursuing a post-undergraduate degree. Please consider a restricted gift to this meaningful project. Make your gift by designating the
C. Maxene Vaughters Summey '70 Service Fellowship in the comments field for an online gift or in the memo of your check.
Thank you for your support.
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Thanks for Touring New York's Asia Society Museum with the AADC New York City Regional Connection Group
The AADC New York City Regional Connection Group gathered on Tuesday, May 2, for a tour of the Asia Society Museum to see the exhibit, "Secrets of the Sea: A Tang Shipwreck and Early Trade in Asia,"
and for luncheon with sister alumnae at the museum's beautiful Garden Court Cafe. Thanks for sharing the exhibit and a delicious lunch!
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AADC Central New Jersey Regional Group George Street Playhouse Outing Provided Opportunity to Connect and See a Show
Thanks to alumnae and guests who joined us for a wonderful evening at New Brunswick's George Street Playhouse on May 5. We enjoyed a
pre-show hors d'oeuvres and open bar before the
performance of the comedy, "The Curvy Widow," followed by a p
ost-show dessert reception
with cast and crew -- and photo op!
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Participate in the AADC Young Alumnae Network
The AADC Young Alumnae Network welcomes alumnae to get involved and participate in meetings held at the Ruth Schilling Hennessy Alumnae Center. To get involved, email Chair Heather Tedesco '12 at link below. Hope to see you at an upcoming AADC YAN meeting, Sisterhood Book Club or event soon!
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Be Part of the AADC's 95th Anniversary Celebration! June 7 - 10, 2017
On June 10, 1922 with graduation caps still in hand, the great Class of 1922 held the first meeting of our alumnae organization. Ninety-five years forward, the AADC has proudly continued to be Alumnae-created, Alumnae-led, and Alumnae-driven. Join the AADC's alumnae-driven crowdfunding initiative and make your pledge to
inspire another 95 years of impact with an unrestricted gift to the AADC Annual Appeal.
Per the Agreement, the Annual Appeal is not on behalf of NJC, DRC, Douglass, or Rutgers. Please m
ake your special anniversary gift on or before June 7 - 10, 2017, during our 95 hour celebration.
Thank you for your support in making our alumnae organization and the sisterhood it impacts thrive!
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Get Involved and Engaged with the AADC
If you have never been active the AADC, or are already participating in programs and events, you are always welcome to volunteer and get involved! The Associate Alumnae of Douglass College welcomes alumnae volunteers to help out at the Ruth Schilling Hennessy Alumnae Center (RSHAC), serve on AADC committees, plan events and lectures and so much more! If you are already an active volunteer, thank you for sharing your time, talents and treasures. Please spread the word.
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Network Through Our AADC Regional Connection Groups
Our groups are growing all the time! What a
great way to connect with each other and with the AADC.
Reach out to group chairs listed below to get involved. To help us start one in your area, contact Associate Director of Alumnae Relations
Valerie Hughes Zieniuk '05
at the AADC.
California Connection Groups
San Francisco Bay Area Connection Group
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ew Jersey Connection Groups
If you live in either the
Wilmington area or the Research Triangle area, contact
Donna Coulson '77 t
o get involved.
Palm Beach, Florida, Area Connection Group
The AADC invites your involvement whether you are a native of Florida, snowbird or vacationer. Contact
Eileen Cotter at the AADC.
Washington, DC, Metro Area Connection Group
All alumnae in D.C. and the surrounding Maryland and Northern Virginia areas are welcome to become involved. Contact Chair
Shireen Lewis '86.
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Engage with Your Alumnae Sisters Through AADC Affinity Groups
Reach out to one of our affinity group chairs to connect with alumnae with similar interests. To learn more about existing groups or developing a new group, contact Director of Alumnae Relations
Dineo Thompson '05
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AADC Black Alumnae Network (BAN)
BAN is a great way to connect through meetings and events. Contact President
Caprice Jenerson '90
for more information.
AADC Young Alumnae Network (YAN)
YAN meets at the Alumnae Center on the second Tuesday of each month, except June, July and August. Contact Chair Heather Tedesco '12.
AADC Pride Network
The AADC Pride Network promotes support, networking and celebration among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer-identified and allied alumnae. To get involved, contact Chair
Sue Estler '66.
AADC Asian Alumnae Network
AAN seeks to foster a community among alumnae of Asian cultures, including but not limited to: Indian, Chinese, Pakistani, Japanese, Korean, Bangladeshi, Filipino and Sri Lankan. We are looking for an alumna to chair this network. Contact
Dineo Thompson '05 at the AADC to help re-start this group.
AADC Latina Alumnae Network
The Latina Alumnae Network (LAN) seeks to foster a community among Latina alumnae. If you would like to chair this network, please contact Dineo Thompson '05.
Bunting Connections
Bunting Connections builds relationships among sister alumnae who participated in the Mary I. Bunting Program. Contact chair Jean D'Amore '09.
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Sign Up Now for Alumnae Travel
The AADC offers many exciting travel opportunities to see the world and connect with sister alumnae
through our Alumnae Travel Program. Join AADC Executive Director Valerie Anderson '81, who will host our exciting upcoming trips!
Click links below for details.
Click here for Cuba: People, Culture, Art, November 10-20, 2017
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Thank you to our supporters of the AADC Annual Appeal who make events and programs possible. Your contributions help support the initiatives that empower and strengthen our alumnae sisterhood and the general operations that power them. Per the Agreement with Rutgers, the Annual Appeal is not on behalf of NJC, DRC, Douglass or Rutgers. Please click here to Make a Gift.
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