Save The Dates: Medved and Markovits Class Colloquia

Save The Dates: Medved and Markovits Class Colloquia

I’m happy to report that we have two more confirmed speakers for this Autumn — our very own Michael Medved who will give his unique view of the Trump presidency and the upcoming election, and our first faculty participant, Professor Daniel Markovits, who has a very provocative book out on how “Meritocracy” has undercut key elements of American society. Click thru to REGISTER for each of the talks.

Class Colloquium 2 Video: Yarmuth on Policy and Politics

Class Colloquium 2 Video: Yarmuth on Policy and Politics

A highly successful second Class Colloquium featured John Yarmuth reporting on the current situation in our Congress … and then fielding questions from classmates on a broad variety of issues.

On a Wednesday afternoon in June, John presented some prepared remarks on the Congress’s failure to address some long-term issues he is concerned about:  AI (especially automation unemployment), climate […]

A Fireside Chat with Classmate and Congressman John Yarmuth, June 17, 1:00 PM (EDT)

A Fireside Chat with Classmate and Congressman John Yarmuth,
June 17, 1:00 PM (EDT)

In the second of our series of Class Colloquia, classmate John Yarmuth will talk with us privately about what is going on in Congress … and of the rapidly evolving political and policy demands arising from the pandemic, the economy and the upcoming elections. Because this Zoom meeting is a closed briefing, you must sign up in advance.  Only registered attendees will be admitted to the teleconference.

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Live Event (4/10): Private Report From The Front Lines; Ken Davis, CEO of Mt. Sinai

Live Event (4/10): Private Report From The Front Lines; Ken Davis, CEO of Mt. Sinai

As President & CEO Mount Sinai Health System in NYC, our own Ken Davis has a unique perspective on the COVID-19 crisis. On Friday, April 10th, from 11:30 AM – Noon (EDT), Ken will talk with us privately about what’s going on and to answer questions you have.

We will use the new Zoom account for Yale 1969 to host the online meeting. Because this is a private briefing, you must sign up in advance here.

Class Council Holds First Meeting

Class Council Holds First Meeting

Editor’s Note:  What follows are the minutes of the first meeting. 

Still energized by last Spring’s memorable 50th Reunion, the first official post-Reunion Class Council meeting was called to order by Secretary Art Segal at 4:00 PM EST on Saturday, February 15, 2020.

Attending were Andy Schnier, Bruce Mazo, Dan Seiver, Dave Howorth, Derry Allen, Harold Mancusi-Ungaro, John O’Leary, Ken Davis, Mike Folz, Mike […]

Welcome To the New Class Council

Welcome To the New Class Council

Normally, on the Sunday morning of Reunion Weekend, classmates interested in guiding our Class activities for the next 5 years determine membership on our “Class Council.”  That Council then selects the leaders for the upcoming year(s). Last summer that did not happen.  So, in September, Ken Brown and I called for volunteers to step forward to serve on a Class Council.   We wrote, “Such a Council would be the core driver of Class of 1969…

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Healthcare in America: One Physician’s Perspective

I practiced medicine for forty years before retiring in the spring of 2017. I had flourished in my work, enjoying the challenges even in the most demanding moments. I loved virtually every phase of my career and felt privileged to have the opportunity to care for patients. Beyond the long hours and perpetual sleeplessness, and despite the insatiable demands of the healthcare bureaucracy, I found an inner sense of purposefulness, honor, and responsibility in having…

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Arthur I. Segal, MD – 50th Reunion Essay

Arthur I. Segal, MD PO Box 182 Deer Harbor, WA 98243 Asegalplus69@gmail.com (805) 305-1570 Spouse(s): Angela Sumner Segal (2010) Child(ren): Natalie(26), Rachel(23), Josh(23), Aaron Sussman(34) Education: University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine(1973); Residency Obstetrics & Gynecology, LAC/USC Medical Center, 1977 Career: Clinical Practice Obstetrics/Gynecology, 40 years; Director Ob/Gyn Services San Luis Obispo County, 25 years Avocations: American College Obstetrics/Gynecology-District Chair, Pacific Coast Obstetrical/Gynecological Society. Fitness, hiking, biking, skiing College: Silliman Life is a metaphorical journey,…

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Banner Bio – Arthur Segal

ARTHUR ISAAC SEGAL (A.I.). Born May 7, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, son of Paul W. Segal and Corrine G. Stern Segal. Attended Peabody High School, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Entered Yale Sept., 1965. American Studies major. Resident: Silliman (Social Committee, 1966-68; Basketball, 1965-69; Softball, 1966-69; Volleyball, 1965-69; Touch Football, 1968-69). Class Gift Fund Committee, 1968-69, Asst. Chairman; Class Council, 1968-69; Political Union, 1965; Beta Club. Roommate: Thomas Kramer Emmons. Future study: Medicine. Future occupation: Physician. Address: 1119…