The time has come,” the Walrus said, “to talk of many things:
of shoes and ships - and sealing wax — E
... OF CABBAGES & KINGS
University of the Pacific Emeriti Society Newsletter — Fall 2024
edited by Roseann Hannon
Fall 2024 Welcoming Celebration On September 17, 2024, the Emeriti Society hosted the first event for the 2024-25 academic year. The Reception was held at the courtyard of the Alumni House and was attended by 43 members of the Emeriti Society and about a dozen University Administrators, including Gretchen Edwalds-Gilbert (Provost), Bob Henderson (VP of Technology/CIO), Scott Biedermann (VP of Development), Mary Lomax-Ghirarduzzi (VP Diversity, Equity &Inclusion), Maria Blandizzi (VP Student Life), Lewis Gale (Dean Business), Lee Skinner (Dean COP), Jennifer Juanitas (Program Director Olli), Janice Wagner (Senior Director of Alumni Relations) , Joan Lin-Cereghino (Vice Provost of Academic Affairs), and Justin Low (Chair AC). The emcee of the Reception was Bill Topp. Before opening and after closing remarks the attendees enjoyed wine, waters, sodas, and hot and cold appetizers. It was a wonderful afternoon (3-5 p.m.) with all attendees chatting with one another and reconnecting. [Phil Oppenheimer]
Coming Emeriti Events - Save the Dates
Annual Holiday Celebration – Hosted by President Callahan and Jean Callahan – Tuesday, December 10, 5:00-7:00. All members of the Emeriti Association living in the area invited. Come! Enjoy!
Spring Events Spring Luncheon - February 20, 2025, 11:30-1:30 p.m. - Ken Albala, speaker - Alumni House Conversation with the President - March 26, 2025, 3:00-4:00 p.m. - Hybrid presentation - Join us in Room 211 DUC or virtually online