We had the largest turnout in recent memory for a social (outside of the Easthampton area) with 62 people. I selected the Cambridge Brewing Company based on the recommendation of alum Jared Brewer. Although we were mixed in with other patrons, and I forgot nametags, our waitress, Betsy, was very accommodating and did an outstanding job. One of the nice things they offered were beer towers (tall glasses with a spout at the bottom that held 7 beers each). Betsy put them out on the bar and alumni were able to go pour their own beers whenever they wanted instead of having to go to the bar to order. Jared Brewer also introduced us to Hal A Peno beer (yes, beer flavored with jalapeno peppers). Definitely a bit on the spicy side. I think it would be good with chili or nachos.
We had a good mix of people representing a wide range of classes:
We held the event at The Whiskey Republic, which is owned by a member of the Dropkick Murphys. I bet during the summer this place is hopping! Located just off Rte 95, it’s on the water with yacht berths out in front. Our waitress was very friendly, helpful and attentive, especially when I said it would all be on one check instead of separate ones! It was a small gathering as there are only 184 alumni (according to EverTrue) in the state of Rhode Island, but they were all appreciative since they can’t get up to the Boston events easily.
Jillian Grant ’11 was recently named a USD Changemaker Fellow, giving her a chance to pursue an innovative project over the summer. She used the opportunity to teach photography and art workshops to minors at a migrant youth shelter in San Diego. Ms. Grant told Aleksandra Wojtalewicz Richards of Inside USD that the kids “were resilient. Despite their hardship, they still laughed. They are still kids” and that the workshops “provided a peace, an outlet for expression.”
Brett Pyser ’12 has been selected as the Defensive Performer of the Week in men’s soccer by the Liberty League for his play in two shutout victories.
Pyser, who plays for the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Engineers, added a goal and an assist during a game against Lyndon State. According to an RPI press release, Pyser “has helped a back line that has surrendered just one goal on 53 shot attempts, including only 15 on-goal. The former Williston Northampton standout also has a goal and an assist to his credit, with two shots.:
Sam Blake ’14 made Sports Nation news this week when his TD catch vs Sacred Heart was deemed to be among the top two college football plays of the weekend. Congrats, Sam!
We had the largest turnout in recent memory for a social (outside of the Easthampton area) with 62 people. I selected the Cambridge Brewing Company based on the recommendation of alum Jared Brewer. Although we were mixed in with other patrons, and I forgot nametags, our waitress, Betsy, was very accommodating and did an outstanding job. One of the nice things they offered were beer towers (tall glasses with a spout at the bottom that held 7 beers each). Betsy put them out on the bar and alumni were able to go pour their own beers whenever they wanted instead of having to go to the bar to order. Jared Brewer also introduced us to Hal A Peno beer (yes, beer flavored with jalapeno peppers). Definitely a bit on the spicy side. I think it would be good with chili or nachos.