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.
Especially in the wake of the “stay-at-home” orders in Spring 2020, many classmates are discovering how to use their computers, smartphones or tablets to join online meetings. Several Yale 1969 groups are using Zoom conferencing now. As the Editor of Yale1969.org, I introduced many of these groups to Zoom, and I can tell you that, despite initial fears of dealing with a new technology, almost everyone finds it very easy and much better than the old, telephone-only conference calls. Here’s how YOU can join.
Editor’s Note: This is the first instance of organizing a “shared interest group” (SIG) within Yale 1969. (More about SIGs on Yale1969.org here.)
This post is Doug Leonard’s proposal for a discussion (and action!) group of Yale ’69 classmates who want to have a real, positive impact on society. Click through to learn more … and take action!
The COVID challenge clarified a decision I was struggling to make: How best should Yale1969.org enable sub-groups of the Class to meet and hold discussions as a “Shared Interest Group” (SIG)?
Should we use video conferencing or a text-oriented, online “Discussion Forum”? Our recent stay-at-home experiences with Zoom (or Skype) make the choice obvious: video conferencing. This article shows how you can find, join (or create) “Shared Interest Groups” of like-minded ’69ers.
Do you ever recall looking at the weekly “Yale Bulletin and Calendar” while we were students? It was a 6- or 8-page newsprint tabloid that listed ALL the events at Yale, e.g., political figures speaking in a Common Room, a visiting prof giving a presentation on some research finding, a concert, something at the Med school that I couldn’t understand, a poetry reading in JE, a demonstration of the carillon, a guided tour of some…
With social distancing mandates in effect across the country, millions of Americans are preventing the spread of COVID-19 by avoiding groups of people and hunkering down at home.
But distancing, while an effective public health policy, can lead to boredom and feelings of loneliness, experts note.
Yale University offers a variety of online resources to keep your mind sharp and stimulated while you’re keeping safe by staying home. There are still plenty of ways to take a Yale class, explore the university’s cultural treasures, and …
Dear Members of the Yale Community,
I write with significant updates to Yale’s response to the spread of COVID-19.
In recent weeks, we have all seen that the challenges posed by COVID-19 are rapidly changing across our country and the world. I ask you to join me in taking new actions to prevent and slow the spread of the virus. Current scientific and medical evidence suggests that preemptive public health measures are more effective than those that are reactive. By being proactive as a community, we can safeguard our own health and the well-being of those with whom we interact.
Jim Grew writes: “I was inducted into the International Waterski & Wakeboard Hall of Fame this year, the International Governing Body of all Towed Water Sports recognized by the IOC to go along with my 2013 induction into the U.S. Water Ski & Wake Sports Hall of Fame, the national governing body recognized by the USOPC.” Related story. Mike Schonbrun (mks@balfourcare.com): “Loved seeing everyone at the 50th. My appreciation for Yale gets stronger every year,…
A very large part of our Class responded to the Class Survey, which covered money, sex, career, religion, politics, Yale, and other interesting facets of our lives. We were delighted to be able to pull everything together and present the findings in a slideshow at the Reunion, and to discuss the findings with the assembled classmates and significant others.
Here are the slides …
The Memorial Service, held on the Sunday morning of Reunion weekend, was moving and evocative, according to many of the 60-ish classmates who attended. Most everyone said this one was deeply moving, in large part due to the magnificent singing of our own Dick Williams.
Good news: we have high quality recordings and pictures of the event; check it out —
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 […]
from the Yale Daily News App uses drones to deliver across campus Maya Geradi. FEB 17, 2020 Hungry college students now have a new way of receiving snacks and sundries: drone-based package drops across campus without a delivery fee. Kiki Air, a new student startup, offers products sorted into four categories — candy, snacks, healthy and essentials — delivered to specific drop-off locations around campus, including residential colleges, commonly-frequented walkways and on Old Campus. The…
from: Yale Daily News Yale failed to report foreign funds Feb. 14th, 2020 Eric Wang The University failed to appropriately disclose its foreign sources of funding between 2014 and 2017, University spokeswoman Karen Peart confirmed on Thursday. Peart told the News in an email that, between 2014 and 2017, Yale did not fulfill a statutory requirement that mandates educational institutions to report certain foreign donations to the U.S. Department of Education. According to Peart, Yale…
The first of what is now 5 cultural centers at Yale, the Afro-American Culture Center will celebrate its 50th anniversary at Yale during the weekend of April 17-19. Additional information and registration is available at https://yaleafam50.com/
Editor’s Note: Last Summer, Jim Porter testified before a Congressional Committee on the looming climate crisis. Here is his prepared statement, along with the key slides he shared with the Committee. If you love the ocean or own property near the water, this is a must-read.
from debut.careers One of the most important things that people consider when they’re weighing up their choices for university or college is what it could do for their future career prospects, but if you want the best chance of success, where should you be looking to study? We’ve analysed the educational careers of every self-made billionaire in the world, to find out where and what they studied on their way to the top. Where…
