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Annapolis Alumni Reception for New Students
July 17, 2008
Alumni welcomed members of the Class of 2012 and their parents to the Washington College community during a reception at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
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Alumni and first-year students gathered at the Phillip Merrill Environmental Center of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.
Associate Provost for Academic Services Patrice DiQuinzio speaks with parents of first-year students.
Johnnie Franklin P'12 and her daughter Sarah Franklin '12 pose questions to Associate Provost for Academic Services Patrice DiQuinzio.
Peer Mentor Katie Skarwecki '10 and Director of Alumni Relations Judie Barroll '88 M'91 welcome arriving guests.
Ron Willer P'12 talks with first-year parents.
Ruth Rilee P'12 and Jessica Rilee '12 meet guests at the reception.
Ellen O'Brien joins a group discussion.
Billy Schilling '12 and Mike O'Brien P'12 anticipate the year ahead.
Tim Reath '96 meets a future Washington College student.
Becky Greason Bayne '00 talks to Matt Mullin '97.
Kerri Albright introduces daughter Annie, Class of 2029.
Everyone gathered outside to enjoy the afternoon.
Syndey Johnson Petty '76 and husband Robert take in the scenic view.
Alumni exchange lively banter on the outdoor deck.
Phil Rilee P'12 discusses academic opportunities with Associate Professor of Economics Lisa Daniels.
Paul O'Hearn '97 and Vice President for College Advancement Beth Herman speak with a group of alumni.
Matt Newkirk joins friends outside.
The daughters of Sarah White Slenker '94 play throughout the afternoon.
Chris Buchheister '85 provides the opening remarks for the reception.
Director of Alumni Relations Judie Barroll '88 M'91 chooses the next door prize winner's name from a basket held by Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations Lorraine Kenton Polvinale '69.
Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations Lorraine Kenton Polvinale '69 awards a door prize to Billy Schilling '12.
Chris Olsen '12 accompanies his parents, Mary Lee and Ted.
Jay Marchant '63 and Barbara Townsend Cromwell '55 greet fellow alumni.
Alumni reflect back on experiences as students at the College.
Associate Director of Development for Major & Planned Giving Heather Spurrier '00 joins President Tipson after he concluded his address to new students.