Reunions Weekend 2012 Recap
What a Celebration!
Nearly 4,000 alumni and friends returned to Duke April 20-22 for Reunions Weekend 2012.
Activities - and there were dozens of them as always - ranged from class parties and our fabulous reunions gala to tours, panel discussions, performances, and informal social gatherings. Thanks to everyone who participated and made the weekend a big success!
Below you'll find photos and videos of some of the weekend highlights as well as the schedule of upcoming reunions. Our photographers were busy all weekend, so don't forget to check out the website where you may browse and order pictures.
You can also see the social story of 2012 Reunions as told by fellow alumni through social media.
Photography
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View videos from some of the weekend's highlights.
Highlight Event: President Richard H. Brodhead
During Reunions weekend, President Richard H. Brodhead spoke about Duke's changing landscape, the types of students who attend the university, building strong educational programs, and how Duke is offering the future of education today. *note: 4 part series. Go to YouTube to see the entire series.
Higher Ed: Who Can Afford It and Who Benefits From It?
This year's Duke Magazine Forum features Andrew Rosen '82, chairman and CEO of Kaplan Inc. and author of change.edu: Rebooting for the New Talent Economy, in conversation with Laurie Patton, dean of Arts and Sciences and professor of religion at Duke, and George Leef J.D. '77, director of research at The John William Pope Center for Higher Education Policy. The panel is moderated by Donna Lisker, associate vice provost for undergraduate education at Duke.
Seeds of Change
In 1963, President Kennedy was assassinated, the Civil Rights Act was sent to Congress, and the first African-Americans matriculated at Duke. Since then, America has grown more into a global melting pot. How has Duke further diversified its community and what impacts have allowed it to become a leading research university? The Vietnam War developed into a major social issue for the United States causing a dichotomy of views and support. Arguably, its impact forever changed a generation’s view of war. Come join the classes of 1967 for insight on how these events impacted the University. For some, it awakened a new spirit, invoked others to action, or enlightened others to the fact that opposing ideologies do exist. What actions were taken, how did the events shape their life?
From Nonhuman to Human Mind: What Changed and Why?
Serving as a spotlight speaker for reunions weekend, Dr. Brian Hare, associate professor of Evolutionary Anthropology and a member of the Center for Cognitive Neuroscience, a division of the Duke Institute for Brain Science, discusses his research on great apes and dogs.
Brian Hare Excerpt: Duke Canine Cognition Center
As part of the spotlight speaker presentation, enjoy an excerpt with overview of the DCCC and demonstration with Dr. Brian Hare, associate professor of Evolutionary Anthropology and director of Duke’s new Canine Cognition Center. Joining him is Stella, a service dog in training with the Center and Eyes, Ears, Nose and Paws.