Alumni Engagement

Visit the current Special Collections exhibit “On Eggs-hibit: Nancy Willard’s Bread Loaf Eggs.” These quirky decorated wooden eggs, signed by authors Nancy met at Bread Loaf, are on display alongside literary works from the Abernethy Collection to celebrate the Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference centennial.

Visit the current Special Collections exhibit “On Eggs-hibit: Nancy Willard’s Bread Loaf Eggs.” These quirky decorated wooden eggs, signed by authors Nancy met at Bread Loaf, are on display alongside literary works from the Abernethy Collection to celebrate the Bread Loaf Writers’ Conference centennial.

Join President Ian Baucom for a conversation about his first year at Middlebury and future aspirations, as he sits down with Jamal Davis ’11—15th Reunion committee member, lead class agent, and co-lead of the New York chapter of the Middlebury Alumni Association.

Open to all interested in learning about Alcoholics Anonymous and recovery from all addictions. Hosted by a Middlebury alum.

Carr Hall, Anderson Freeman Resource Center

At 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Friday, graduate fellow Eloise McFarlane ’24.5 will offer a guided tour of select works from the museum’s permanent collection. Eloise will highlight surprising connections among works that may at first appear unrelated, offering fresh perspectives and engaging conversation.

At 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Friday, graduate fellow Eloise McFarlane ’24.5 will offer a guided tour of select works from the museum’s permanent collection. Eloise will highlight surprising connections among works that may at first appear unrelated, offering fresh perspectives and engaging conversation.

Join author Julia Alvarez ‘71 in conversation with Professor Emeritus John Elder about her novel, Afterlife. The Vermont Book Shop will have a table with a selection of Julia’s books for purchase after the event. Julia will be available briefly following the event to sign newly purchased books or books that you bring along. Please limit one book to be signed per person. Hosted by the classes of 1971 and 1976. 

Join fellow alumni for ice cream before the Reunion parade begins. Featuring local ice cream company Sisters of Anarchy, owned by Becky Castle ‘91 and Bob Clark ‘89.

Come learn alongside “scythe sisters” and competitive hand-mowing teachers Michaela Stickney ’84 and Danielle Rougeau. Connect with this ancient knowledge that will strengthen your core muscles and deepen your roots with the earth. It’s addictive—and a great approach to “re-wilding” habitats. Swing-snath, steel-sing, stone-hone, hammer-peen, and sip some switchel. Please sign up in advance at go/knollhours
The Knoll, Route 125 West

Join us for a complimentary 9 or 18 holes of golf at the beautiful Ralph Myhre Golf Course! Check in at 8:30 am for a 9:00 am shotgun start. Register online by May 21 at go.middlebury.edu/scramble. Carts available day-of: $25 for 18 holes / $16 for 9 holes (per person, at check-in). You do not need a full group to register. If you have less than a foursome, the golf course will do their best to group you with other players. Questions? Contact the Ralph Myhre team at 802-443-5125.