1962

This column closes out another year of the ALUMNI MAGAZINE publication. Just two more years before we gather for that big 10th reunion.

By way of warming up for the 10th we have three mini reunions set up for the fall; October 10 at Hanover (Princeton game), Nov. 14 at New Haven (Yale), and Nov. 21 at Philadelphia (Penn.) Dick Hofmann has appointed three eager volunteers to head up these three little green weekends. Sounds like a good way to generate some interest heading for June of 72. Watch the Newsletter for details.

Another reminder from Bob Van Dam points out the need of some healthy deposits in the Alumni Fund. Let's dig a bit deeper, gang.

Brock Saxe has just been elected president of White Tower Management Corporation, the restaurant enterprise founded by his father in 1926. The company headquarters are in Stamford, Conn., and they operate White Tower, Buttery, and Sittin' Room restaurants from coast to coast. Their newest chain of eateries will be called "Brock's" and will open soon featuring steak dinners. Watch for the one in your town.

Rather than pound out mainly the family and job news this month (not that I'm against babies and promotions) I'm going to use the space and do some editorializing (shades of the '61 column). Might even scratch up a response or two.

The first weekend in May was class officers weekend up North and Dick Hofmann,Bob Katz, and myself represented the Class with great enthusiasm, particularly at some of the more important high level executive meetings held in the wee hours.

To say that the weekend was an exciting experience is simply not enough. The Dartmouth we saw is most definitely a vibrant community, and the College did not spare us any confrontation with the undergraduates. Believe me, things are popping all over all the time. It was very enlighting.

Our first encounter was a lively exchange between students and alumni concerning the education of women at Dartmouth. The results of the discussion were inconclusive, but served to point out the great concern that all have for the quality of education available at Dartmouth. The panel presenting the program was widely criticized by both undergraduates and alumni, and made a not too safe withdrawal. I think that everyone was impressed by the efforts made by everyone to reach some agreement. However it appeared that the alumni carried the day.

President Kemeny delivered a most inspiring speech the following day. Taking note of the previous evening's exchange, he took the direct approach and proceeded to explain to us old grads just what it is that makes today's undergraduate tick.

In essence there is an obvious impatience on the Dartmouth campus. The electrical feeling of change is always present. Things are continually developing (i.e. Afro-Asian studies; environmental studies; various workshops designed to develop an understanding of the Vietnam, etc., conflict). The President indicated that the Dartmouth student of today feels a very real moral frustration revolving around the activity of the U.S. in Southeast Asia. From this appear to evolve expressions of racism and oppression which are so dominant on the campus.

And yet within all the activity and controversy there is a prevailing feeling that there exists an ill defined but very real community desire for change which involves all aspects of the college scene. The question I heard most often was, "What can I do?" This came from students, alumni, administrators, and anyone who has any connection with Dartmouth. The desire to work together was a definite common thread.

It was with this exposure that I witnessed the events surrounding the so-called student strike. By responding in a manner which seems to belong uniquely to Dartmouth, the College is making all efforts to be all things to all men. It truly is a remarkable undertaking, and the Hanover community should be applauded.

These few words are most inadequate to explain the sense of mutual activity and concern that is so prevalent in Hanover today. Hopefully each of you will have the opportunity to experience first hand the Dartmouth of today.

And yet the College desperately needs the total support of its alumni body more than ever. The financial situation is difficult (concern over possible loss of middle class students because of increasing costs) and in many areas confidence in our colleges is lacking. I urge each of you to take a more positive interest in today's Dartmouth because, baby, that's where it's happening.

Secretary, 40 Wakefield St. Rochester, N. H. 03867

Class Agent, 1055 Brooklawn, Troy, Mich. 48084

Co-Class Agent, Apt. 7-C 179 79th St., New York, N. Y. 10021