Puddle Cruiser

Our own Maggie McMullen contributes this review:

Move over “Citizen Kane” and “Casablanca”. “Puddle Cruiser” is the sort of film that one considers herself blessed to view; it truly humbles me to realize that I have a special connection with this precious piece of filmography. This heart-wrenching saga of the emotional and physical quest for true love during the college years pulls at the heart strings ceaselessly. The acting is inspired; the directing and editing are the work of true craftsmen, and the sound and score right on target.

Filmed entirely on the campus of Colgate University and in the hamlet of Hamilton, NY, our breath is constantly taken away by the beautiful vistas of hills, valleys, rugby fields, the Beta house, the libes, the mailroom, the Nautilus, and the pizza place. But it is two special components of this masterpiece that truly stand out:

1) The Colgate campus and downtown. From Olin Hall, to the Coop, to a party at Beta, this is the real thing. Our campus is truly SO beautiful, it makes me proud to see it on celluloid.

2) The magnificent acting of John Jug as the bartender of the Old Stone Jug blew me away. One would truly think he has done this for all is life. He seems so natural, pacing behind the bar, picking up a used glass, and pouring a beer—this is a gift indeed. Move over Tom Cruise, Harrison Ford, dare I say it, Matthew McConnaughey, John Coen is here to stay.

Your pal,

Mags

Tom Wolfe's Washington Post

Tom Wolfe's Washington Post

For you if you love Tom Wolfe as much as I . . .

A review of his 314 stories as a city desk reporter for the Post from 59 – 62.

(My number in Chevy Chase was OLiver 4-6222; in DC it was FEderal 3-7241.)

Colgate University News - Colgate students, NPR fans benefit from radio partnership

Nice! I think I could host Fresh Air . . .

Prof. Fred Busch dies at age 64 on Feb 23

Colgate Alumni - News - Full Story

He'll certainly be missed. May he rest in peace.

Colgate Alumni Message Board for Bob Woodruff '83

Bob Woodruff Message Board

The Alumni Corp has set up a message board for Bob Woodruff and his family so the Colgate Family can express the thoughts and prayers for Bob's recovery.

I was especially touched by this post. It's hard to imagine how life has changed for Lee and their kids. I encourage anyone in the Rye - Westchester County area to help out as they are able.

Mark

Submitted by: Wendy Hufford
Submitted on: 2/8/2006 12:52:39 PM
Year Graduated: 1983
Message:

Bob (a former classmate) and his family live in my town of Rye and we are all praying for his speedy recovery. His family has issued the following request that I thought I would share in case you want to help out. The area codes are 914 in Westchester if you want to follow-up with the sender of the letter.

Best regards,
Wendy

Woodruff Family Support


The Woodruff family is extremely grateful for all of your support during this difficult time. Many of you have offered to help in many different ways, and, again, Lee thanks all of you. At this point, the situation at home has settled down somewhat, and the family is trying to establish a quieter atmosphere for the benefit of the kids.

The one thing that Bob and Lee’s brothers and sisters have asked for is a food support system to help the family get through what could be a lengthy recovery. To that end, we have outlined below several options for those of you who would like to contribute.

Home-cooked Meals: If you would like to cook a meal for the family, please contact Vicki McHugh at vom0707@aol.com or 921-0707

Cornerstone Catering: If you would like to contribute to this gourmet-catering store, please contact Amy Swank at swank1@optonline.net or 921-0894

Piazza Pizzeria: If you would like to contribute to this Pizza Place please contact Lois Lavelle at JLCKKK@aol.com or 967-3624

Rye Country Store: If you would like to contribute to this local catering/market store, please contact Alicia Chabot at acnewhome@aol.com or 967-9223

Please know that a system is in place to monitor the amount of food being prepared, bought etc…. and an itemized list of your donations will be kept and given to the Woodruff family periodically.

Many of you have asked about helping with the children. Right now the family believes that the best thing for Mack, Cathryn, Nora and Claire is regularity and consistency with their routine. They are blessed with their long-time caregiver, Diana, and they see familiar faces on play-dates, rides to practices, etc – again, the goal is to keep things consistent and familiar.

Once again, thank you for your support. If you have any further questions please contact me at 967-9223 or acnewhome@aol.com

Thank You,
Alicia Chabot

Prof. Thurner Died Jan 3, 2006

Prof Thurner, father of Laura from our class, died on January 3. Our thoughts and prayers are with Laura and her family. Memorial servcie will be on campus on February 18 if anyone is available to represent our class.

Joseph Thurner, Professor of Chemistry, Emeritus, dies at age 85 on 1/3/06

Joseph John Thurner, Professor of Chemistry, Emeritus, died Monday, January 2, 2006. He was 85. Joe Thurner first came to Colgate in 1951, having earned degrees from Hartwick College and Harvard University. He retired in 1986.

During his Colgate years, Joe served both as chair of the Department of Chemistry and as director of the Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Joe was the first recipient of the Sydney J. and Florence Felten French Teaching Award given for “inspirational teaching” and was also awarded the Alumni Corporation’s Distinguished Teaching Award for “his excellence of teaching and rapport with students.” He introduced generations of students to the language and mechanics of inorganic and analytical chemistry and remained in close contact with many of his students long after their graduation and his retirement. Joe also served as a member of the Long-Range Planning Committee in the 1960s and in the year following his retirement served as chair of Colgate’s Middle States Accreditation Committee. He was also an active member of the American Chemical Society and was chosen as “Outstanding Educator of America” in both 1972 and 1973.

Joe is survived by Jean, his wife of 57 years, a son John, a daughter Laura, two grandsons Philip and Markangelo, his sister Eileen Hall and brother Robert Thurner. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, February 18, at 1:00 p.m. at the Colgate University Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to the Thurner Prize at Colgate. The prize was created in 1986 by Joe and Jean Thurner for an annual prize awarded by the Department of Chemistry to the graduating senior(s) who submits the best Honors Thesis or equivalent paper based on laboratory or other research in chemistry or biochemistry.

To make your gift, mail your check to Colgate University, The Annual Fund, 13 Oak Drive, Hamilton, NY 13346-1398 and simply add a note designating your gift to the “Thurner Prize.” You can also pay via credit card by calling 1-800-668-44CU or online and write "Thurner Prize" in the Special Requests box. Thank you