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On December 8, 2000, the Tuck School dedicated Whittemore Hall, the school's new student residence named for Fred Whittemore. "One of the best American traditions is for those who have received something to give something back," said Fred who has served on the Tuck board of supervisors since 1984, and was the boards chairman from 1987 to 1991. "The Tuck School has meant a lot to my career. I'm happy to be a part of this tradition and to be giving back to Tuck." The dedication ceremony featured speakers New Hampshire Gov. Jeanne Shaheen, President James Wright, Dean of Tuck School Paul Danos, President Emeritus David McLaughlin '54, chairman of the Tuck board of overseers Jonathan L. Cohen Tu'61 and Fred's son Laurence F. Whittemore 111 Tu'93. Each of the speakers praised Fred and his family for their long dedication to Tuck in particular and to higher education in New Hampshire in general. Attending from the class were Bob Callendar, Bob Malin, Tony Frank, Valerie and Fred England, Fred Carleton, Marilyn Paganucci, and Lillian and Donald Goss. Whittemore Hall, as it comes on line, will be home to 60 students who will enjoy private rooms and bathrooms and will share six common living rooms and kitchenettes. I am happy to report that the class has two new authors. Reese Schonfeld, who has been in the broadcast and cable news business for more than 30 years, has written a book, Me andTed Against the World: The Unauthorized Story of theFounding of CNN, which recounts the no-holds- barred triumphs of CNN's beginnings, the tribulations of its middle age and the tragedy of its current moment in the wake of Time Warners projected sale to AOL. In addition to his activities as co-founder with Ted Turner of CNN Network, Reese has, among other things, created News12 on Long Island, the first 24hour local news service, and the Food Network. He also produced People Magazine on TV for CBS and helped to develop Newschannel 8 for Albritton Communications Co.

Frank Giardino has written a crime fiction book, Instinctfor Deceit. It is a fast-paced adventure portraying the growing plague of moral ambiguity in American culture, and the elusive nature of truth. Frank has had a varied and interesting career working as a management consultant on both coasts and as a registered respiratory practitioner.

Anoble giant has left us. Paul Paganucci, vice president and treasurer emeritus of the College, died February 2 6 after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. His complete obituary appears else- where in this magazine; however, I would like to share with you some comments from his longtime friend, Bob Callendar: "Pag was truly a unique visionary with unsurpassed devotion, energy and ethical standards. His academic and business achievements and charitable efforts are legendary. Paul devoted his entire 69 years to his family, church, colleges, numerous foundations and his cadre of admirers and associates—in short, virtually all aspects of his life. His uncanny abilities to generate and instill confidence, respect and loyalty from virtually everyone who knew him will be long remembered, admired and revered by his many friends and admirers. I had no closer friend, confidant or 'buddy' for nearly 50 years. He is irreplaceable. As time marches on, I am sure Pag will continue to concern himself with the welfare of others. God bless him and his family."

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