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Tour
of the National World War II Memorial and Art Studio in D.C.
November 12, 2005 --
On a bright, sunny Saturday, more than 60 alumni and guests attended
a private tour with Raymond Kaskey (CFA 1967) who was the sculptor
for the National World War II Memorial on the National Mall. Ray's
designs included the Memorial's eagles, the ribbons supporting the
laurel wreaths, and the bas-relief sculptures. Afterwards, more than
30 people went to visit Ray's
art studios in Brentwood, Maryland. Ray gave a slide
presentation on his work and was joined by another Carnegie Mellon
alum, Larry Welker (CFA 1980), who is co-owner of the foundry, Laran
Bronze, that crafted many of the sculptures.
Pictures from the event.
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The group greatly appreciated the hospitality of Ray
and Sherry Kaskey (MM 1967) for hosting a wonderful day.
Susanne Slavick, head of the School of Art in the
College of Fine Arts, presented Ray with a plaque that recognizes him for living
the spirit of what the University calls the Da Vinci effect of combining art,
sciences, engineering, and business.
Thanks to the event organizer Joanne Gigliotti
(CFA 1967) who coordinates many of our cultural events as well as the fine
arts networking dinners. We also appreciate the help from Terry Rosenberger
from the Office of Alumni Relations and local alumni volunteers including Dave
Calvo (CIT 1995), Astrid Rapp (H&SS 1997),
Peter Rapp (CIT 1973, 1976, Tepper 1976), and Tim Liu (H&SS
1985).
Tepper First Friday Happy Hour in McLean, Va.
Friday, November 4 -- More than a dozen Tepper alumni networked
and socialized at the new Gordon Biersch in Tysons Corner Mall.
Fine Arts
Networking Dinner in D.C.
Thursday, October 20 -- About a half-dozen alumni gathered
together for dinner and enjoyed discussing a variety of topics and sharing
stories. Thanks to Joanne Gigliotti
(CFA 1967) for organizing the dinner in downtown D.C.
Tepper First Friday Happy Hour in Arlington, Va.
Friday, October 7 -- More than a dozen Tepper alumni gathered
for drinks and networking at Carpool in Arlington, Va.
1980's Decade Dinner in Downtown, D.C.
Thursday, September 29 -- About 10 alumni who graduated during
the 1980's enjoyed an evening of conversation, story-telling, and
delicious food at Otello Restaurant in downtown, D.C. Thanks to Tim
Liu (H&SS 1985) for organizing this successful dinner.
Baseball and Faculty Seminar with Professor Michael Trick
Wednesday, September 22 -- Nearly 50 alumni and guests enjoyed
an exciting evening of baseball preceded by a faculty seminar on the
scheduling of Major League Baseball. Tepper Professor Michael Trick
discussed the optimization challenges, constraints, and process for
developing the 162 game schedule for 30 teams. The group saw Barry
Bonds hit a home run as the San Francisco Giants defeated the
Washington Nationals. Thanks to John Sengenberger, Tepper Director
of Alumni Relations, and Tim Liu (H&SS 1985) for organizing the
event.
Wine
Tasting with University of Pittsburgh at Best Cellars in Arlington,
Va.
Wednesday, September 14 -- More than 20 alumni from Carnegie
Mellon joined another couple dozen alumni from the University of
Pittsburgh in the second joint wine tasting event. The group sampled
a variety of wines and took advantage of a 10% discount during the
event. Thanks to Julie Wilson (H&SS 1999) and Mina Koh (H&SS 1999)
for organizing the wonderful event.
Tepper Happy Hour in Alexandria, Va.
Friday, September 2 -- Tepper alumni gathered at Ireland's Own
in Alexandria, Va. See you at the next monthly happy hour on the
first Friday of October.
Fine
Arts Networking Dinner in downtown D.C.
Thursday, August 25 -- A small group of alumni interested in the
fine arts enjoyed socializing and a delicious Tex Mex dinner at
Lauriol Plaza in downtown D.C. near Adams Morgan. Thanks to Joanne
Gigliotti (CFA 1967) for hosting the dinner.
Happy Hour in downtown D.C.
Wednesday, August 17 -- About 20 alumni enjoyed socializing at
R.F.D. in the Chinatown area of downtown D.C. Thanks to Matt Streyle
(CIT 2000) for organizing the happy hour.
Heinz Recent Alumni Welcome and Intern Farewell in downtown D.C.
Tuesday, August 16 -- More than 20 alumni from Heinz and other
colleges welcomed the new alumni and wished the best for the
departing interns at the 1331 Lounge at the J.W. Marriott hotel.
Thanks to John White (Heinz 1999) for organizing the happy hour.
Evening of Boston Pops at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Va.
Thursday, August 11 -- About 20 alumni enjoyed a nice summer
night listening to the Boston Pops, conducted by Keith Lockhart, a
Carnegie Mellon graduate (CFA 1987). Thanks to Astrid Rapp (H&SS 1997) for
organizing the event.
Tepper Happy Hour in Bethesda, Md.
Friday, August 5 -- Caddies on Cordell in Bethesda, Md. was the
scene of the monthly Tepper Happy Hour.
Recent Alumni Dinner at Meiwah Restaurant in downtown D.C.
Wednesday, July 27 -- A rainstorm didn't stop 45 recent alumni
and interns from enjoying a delicious dinner in the upper level of
Meiwah Restaurant. Thanks to
Jay Snyder (H&SS/MISM 2002)
for
organizing the third annual event and to Stacy Pane from Carnegie
Mellon for sponsoring the interns.
Dinner with H&SS Dean John Lehoczky in downtown D.C.
Thursday, July 21 -- A representative from almost every college
at Carnegie Mellon including H&SS, Heinz, CIT, Tepper, and MCS
enjoyed a terrific evening with Dr. John Lehoczky. Thanks to Tim Liu
(H&SS 1985) for organizing the dinner.
Run
for Kids Charity Happy Hour on Capital Hill in D.C.
Wednesday, July 20 -- About a dozen alumni and friends came to
support the efforts of alumn Trish Nowoslawski (Tepper 2003) who was
raising money for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Alumni Reception at Iron Bridge Wine Company in Columbia, Md.
Wednesday, July 13 -- Alumni had a terrific time socializing and
tasting wine. Thanks to
George Hunter (CIT 1994) and David Douds (MCS 1960) for organizing
this event attended by 28 alumni.
Networking Lunch at Old Ebbit's Grill
in downtown D.C.
Tuesday, July 12 -- Nearly ten alumni enjoyed lunch and networking
at one of D.C. power lunch locations. Thanks to John White (Heinz
1990) for organizing the lunch.
Pittsburgh Pirates Play Washington Nationals at RFK Stadium
Tuesday, June 28 -- Nearly 230 attended the game won by the
Washington Nationals 3-2 over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Thanks to Tim
Liu (H&SS 1985) for organizing the event.
Fine
Arts Dinner at Fasika's Ethiopian Restaurant in D.C.
Thursday, June 23 -- Ten
alumni enjoyed Ethiopian cuisine at this restaurant in Adams Morgan.
Thanks to Joanne Gigollati (CFA 1967) for organizing the
event.
Happy Hour at The Front Page in Dupont Circle in D.C.
Wednesday, June 22 -- About 15 alumni enjoyed socializing at The
Front Page restaurant in downtown, D.C. Thanks to Astrid Rapp (H&SS
1997) for organizing this happy hour.
Heinz-Tepper Summer Picnic in Va.
Saturday, June 18 -- More than 60 alumni and guests attended the
annual Heinz-Tepper summer picnic at Nottoway Park in Vienna, Va.
Big
River Musical and Dinner with Star and Alum Michael McElroy in D.C.
Sunday, May 22 -- Two dozen alumni and guests enjoyed a
spectacular performance by alum and Tony Award nominee Michael
McElroy (CFA 1990) in the production: Big River: The Adventures of
Huckleberry Finn at Ford's Theatre. After the performance, about a
dozen enjoyed dinner with Michael at M&S Grill in downtown, DC.
Thanks to Nicole Austin Hillery (H&SS 1989) for organizing the
event.
Happy Hour at Clarendon Ballroom in Arlington, Va.
Wednesday, May 11 -- The rooftop deck atop the Clarendon
Ballroom was a great location for our most recent happy hour.
Hands On DC
Saturday, May 7 -- Eight alumni volunteered and helped with this
year's Hands on DC community service event to help clean up the
local public schools. Thanks to Jack Dawson (Tepper 1999) for
organizing our participation.
Fine
Arts Networking Dinner at Spices in downtown D.C.
Thursday, April 28 -- A small group of alumni gathered together
for dinner at Spices Asian Restaurant and Sushi Bar in Cleveland
Park. Thanks to Joanne Gigollati (CFA 1967) for organizing the
event.
Virginia Opera Performs for Alumni in Oakton, Va.
Wednesday, April 20 -- Nearly two dozen alumni and guests
enjoyed the sound of beautiful voices and delicious desserts at the
home of Jayne Seidman in Oakton, VA. Thanks to Sharon Peruzzi (H&SS
1980) for organizing the
event.
Happy Hour at One-Eyed Mike's in Fells Point near Baltimore, M.D.
Wednesday, April 13 -- Nearly 20 alumni and guests enjoyed the
outdoor patio and socialized at a neighborhood bar. Thanks to Joanna
Downer (MCS 1993) for hosting the
event.
Covert Operations at the International Spy Museum in Downtown D.C.
Sunday, April 10 -- A dozen alumni and guests enjoyed an
afternoon visiting the International Spy Museum. Thanks to Brian
Dean (H&SS 1990) for organizing the
tour.
Potomac River Conservancy's Annual River Cleanup in Fairfax, Va.
Saturday, April 2 -- A small alumni and friends participated in
the 17th annual clean up, removing trash and debris from the Potomac
River in the River Bend Park in Fairfax. Thanks to Trish Nowoslawski
(Tepper 2003) for organizing our participation in this event.
Fine
Arts Networking Dinner at Kramer's in downtown D.C.
Thursday, March 24 -- More than a dozen alumni enjoyed an
evening together at Kramers & Afterwords Cafe in Dupont Circle. Thanks to Joanne Gigollati (CFA 1967) for organizing
and hosting the dinner.
Artful Evening at the Phillips Collection in downtown D.C.
Thursday, March 24 -- Nearly a dozen alumni toured the special
exhibit of Modigliani’s Passions, a collection on bohemian French
painter & sculptor Amedo Modigliani on display at the Phillips
Collection. Thanks to Brian Dean (H&SS 1990) for organizing this event.
Indoor Rock Climbing in Alexandria, Va.
Sunday, March 20 -- Thanks to Miklane Fedorowich (H&SS 1999) for
organizing a fun, educational activity for a small group of alumni
at Sport Rock in Alexandria, VA.
Defense Networking Social in Arlington, Va.
Thursday, March 16 -- About two dozen alumni involved with the
defense industry gathered at Gaffney's in Arlington, VA for happy
hour and dinner.
Tour
of the National Museum of the American Indian in D.C.
Sunday, February 20 -- More than 60 alumni and guests toured the
new National Museum of the American Indian which has one of the
largest and most extensive collection of Native American art and
artifacts in the world with approximately 800,000 items. About 30
gathered for a pre-tour lunch at Gordon Biersch. Thanks to Tim Liu (H&SS 1985) for organizing the
event.
Ice
Skating at the National Sculpture Garden on the Mall in D.C.
Thursday, February 17 -- About 20 alumni and friends enjoyed an
evening of skating at the National Sculpture Garden Ice Skating
Rink. Thanks to Season Dietrich (H&SS 2001, HEINZ 2002) for organizing the
event.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Fundraising Happy Hour in Arlington, Va.
Thursday, February 10 -- More than 20 alumni and friends joined
us at Cafe Asia for a happy hour to help raise money for Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society. Thanks to Miklane Fedorowich (H&SS 1999) for
organizing this event.
Networking Lunch at Clyde's in Tysons Corner, Va.
Thursday, February 3 -- More than 20 alumni networked over lunch
at Clyde's in Tysons Corner. Thanks to Gautam Bazaz (Tepper 2001) for organizing the
event.
Fine
Arts Networking Dinner at Otello's in downtown D.C.
Thursday, February 3 -- Fourteen alumni and guests socialized and
enjoyed a wonderful Italian dinner at Otello's Restaurant in Dupont
Circle. Thanks to Joanne Gigollati (CFA 1967) for organizing the
event.
Tepper First Friday Happy Hour at the Brickskellar in downtown D.C.
Friday, January 7 -- Alumni from the Tepper School of Business
enjoyed a wide variety of beers available at the Brickskellar located
in Dupont Circle.
Network Night in Baltimore, Md.
Wednesday, January 5 -- More than 70 alumni and a dozen employers
enjoyed a terrific evening at Raven Technologies in Baltimore, Md.
The employers described their open positions and people they are
seeking. Thanks to the hosts Bob Ungaretti (CIT 1970), president of
Raven Technologies, and Toni Ungaretti (MM 1970). Also, thanks to
Career Services and Alumni Relations for helping to organize the
event.
