Class of 1991 10th Year Reunion (June 2001)

10th Year Reunion Facts!

592 classmates attended

(remains as the all-time 10th year Reunion attendance record for Cornell!)

Class headquarters was on West Campus in the Class of '18 Hall (U-Hall #1)

  • Thank you, thank you, thank you, to Dorine Colabella Scher, Jeff Weintraub, MD '95, and all the volunteers for organizing a spectacular Reunion weekend. Besides breaking all attendance and fund-raising records, Jeff and Dorine managed to guarantee three days of flawless weather, great food, and good fun. For all those in attendance, you know how spectacular it was. For those unable to attend, I will try to do it justice with a small snippet of the weekend and a bit of news on your classmates.

    Friday night: Upon arriving at the Class of 1991 Registration in U-Hall 1, my husband Michael Peek '88 and I ran into Diego Davila and Seth Briskin by the beer bin (some things never change). Diego recently moved from South Beach, FL, to Washington State "on the Idaho border"and is learning to adjust to the weather. Seth and Shelly (Hood) (Cleveland, OH) have a daughter Emma, who has the biggest blue eyes we have ever seen. After dumping our items in South Baker (talk about deja vu), we quickly made our way up to the Arts Quad where we met up with Cathy Merrill and Paul Williams, and Brett and Jennifer Diamond Haber. Cathy is a partner at Mercer Management Consulting in Washington. DC., and still throws a great 4th of July party! Having a 5th-year Reunion flashback. we began our search for the cool sounds of Bernie Milton and the Soul Patrol (to no avail).so we ventured to the DJ tent, as it seemed the most crowded. and began our 10-year Reunion weekend.

    Need a doctor? While we may not need it now, ladies, keep in mind that Jason Spector is a plastic surgeon in NYC, practicing "both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery." Kenny Mark is a dermatologist. Elizabeth Henry Kamhout is a practicing ophthalmologist in Michigan. Matt French is a cardiologist in Chicago and Sarah Seidman Shelby just finished up her PhD in clinical psychology at Northwestern and is working at Northwestern Hospital.

    Accident? Injured? Need a lawyer? Well, we have plenty of them practicing all types of law all over the country. Maria Ortiz practices law in Puerto Rico. Seth Briskin in Cleveland, Michelle Michalik in Chicago, Josh Laterman, Debbie Fine, and Simon Lincoln (who has a solo practice in Soho), Dave Peck, MPA '92, and Kenny Freeman in NYC. Liz Kleinberg is finishing up her fellowship at the Southern Poverty Law Center in Moritgomery, AL, and will continue attending barbecues and swamp festivals in Alabama when she begins clerking for a Federal Circuit Court Judge.

    What about the media? We are reading it, writing it, producing it, and delivering it. Jeremy Schaap is working for ESPN, Jennifer Diamond Haber is a producer for the "CBS Early Show," David Folkenflik writes for the Baltimore Sun. Steve Dudley is a reporter for NPR. Jenny Harris works for "CNN Moneyline" in NYC, and Jessica Lifland is an award-winning photographer and photojournalist living in Indiana. Investment bankers? Why, yes, we have a few. Joseph DeLuca works at Goldman Sachs with Rob Cignarella, and Andrew Minkow works at Ing Barings. Jerry Wasserman, who is living with Matt French in Chicago, could not make Reunion as he was graduating from business school. Jerry will soon be moving to NYC to work for Lehman Bros. Building, buying, or designing a house? Call Hagen Scutt, BArch '92, who is an architect working in New York!

    Saturday Morning: Saturday morning began with a meeting of the class officers in the Quill & Dagger room. Know where it is? Neither did I. Paul Hayre, co-president of our class, organized a scrumptious breakfast. We ate while meeting with your new officers to plan the next five years of record-breaking fundraising and attendance at events. Among the attendees were: Meredith Clark Shachoy, co-president; Bob Baca, our webmaster, who has truly done a spectacular job; Andrew Stifel and Clare Tuma, Cornell Fund representatives; Eric Bluman, vice president; and the Class Council, Jana Pompadur Kierstead, David Einhorn, Jeannette "nepotism is good" Perez-Rosello and Ariane Schreiber Horn, JD '96. Dorine Scher and Jeff Weintraub were already talking about the 15th Reunion. Whoa, Nellie! Following a great Class of 1991 Continental Country Breakfast, we went to the Suspension Bridge for a group kiss and then down to the gorge for some sun and fun.

    A trip to Ithaca would not be the same without a Pines Burger and Bloody Mary at the Glenwood Pines. Apparently the Psi Upsilon crew thought so, too. Kenny Freeman and Colleen (O'Neal) '90, Josh Laterman, Hagen and Elizabeth Scutt, Barnaby Shapiro, Andrew Minkow, Seth Kenvin, MEI '92. and Duffer were spotted drinking Bloodies on Saturday afternoon before heading to the Psi U happy hour.

    Not as young as we used to be, we needed a quick afternoon nap in South Baker, after which we ran into Andy Bedsworth, who lives in Manhattan Beach with his wife Christie. The Bedsworths and Steve and Katie Beiser thought it would be "fun" to rent bikes and ride around Ithaca. Absence makes the heart forget about the hills! The Bedsworths reported that they see Stuart "Mr. Mom" '90 and Kathleen MacFarlane pretty often and are expecting a visit from Robert and Heather Mather and Dr. Christopher A. Martin at the end of June.

    Next, we attended the Class of 1991 Happy Hour with Frank and Rosa Rhodes on the Arts Quad. Despite the strict "no baby" policy, we spotted Rob '90 and Kari Ginsberg Nesbitt and Sharlyn Carter with their little ones chatting it up. Other new moms included Stacey Siegel, who lives in L.A.,and Jenny Gottlieb Shevick, who lives in NYC.

    The Class of 1991 photo took place on the Arts Quad. It could not have been a more beautiful day or a more spectacular bunch of classmates. We were thrilled to see so many smiling faces captured for posterity! We think the flash may have reflected off the dimples of Doug Gamble. For those of you who did not pay $20 for the 8x10 glossy, ahem,you can also download the photo from the Class of 1991 website for free.

    "Twas the second night of Reunion and all through Bartels Hall, the Class of 1991 ate dinner by the huge climbing wall." Know where Bartels Hall is? Neither did we. In my day it was known as Alberding Field House. But you all know the story (read: scandal). Dinner was delish, especially the chocolate cake. Back to the tents, Palms, tents, Ruloff's, Palms. We ran into Tom "Red Bull" Baker '90, MA '91, and Patrick "the Reunion Cookie saved my life" Corcoran '90 at the Palms watching the Colorado Avalanche bring home the Stanley Cup. In the spirit of Joe Nieuwendyk '88 bringing the Cup to Dunbar's. Tom Baker is hoping that Ray Bourque will bring the cup to the Grand lake Lodge in Colorado. Several other Colorado residents were spotted up by the television, including Alissa Moore, MBA '98, and Ruth Ann Keene, JD '98, who are truly enjoying life in Denver.

    While trying to figure out if our names were still etched in the walls at the Palms, we shared some stories and beers with Michelle Michalik, Jennifer Berger, and Sarah Seidman Shelby. We haven't laughed that much in ages. Michelle and Jen are both living in the Windy City!

    Despite our best efforts, we couldn't make it to after hours at Theta Delta Chi or partake in the rooms party in Mennen, although we heard that fuzzy navels, flaming Dr. Peppers, and kamikazes were flowing. Jen Berger finished off the weekend with a keg stand. Thankfully, she can now cross this off her list! All in all, it was a fantastic weekend filled with good friends and great memories. and we all look forward to doing it again in five years. *Nina Rosen Peek, 171 E. 89th St., Apt. 6F, NYC 10128; tel., (212) 722-4569; e-mail, npeek@vollmer.com; Dave Smith, 1637 Tanglewood Dr., Akron, OH 44313; tel. (330) 865-7371; c-mail, docds30@yahoo.com; Corinne Kuchling, 1740 NE 86th St. #209. Seattle, WA 981 15; tel.. (206) 318-8743; e-mail. ckuchlin@starbucks.com.

Large group of people gathered outdoors for the 1991 Cornell reunion, holding a banner with 'Cornell 1991' written on it, on Arts Quad with trees, grass, and a large white tent in the background during Cornell Reunion weekend 2001.
A group of eleven young people celebrating together indoors, holding glasses filled with a drink, smiling, and wearing casual clothes with some in white shirts and medals around their necks.
An indoor room decorated with red, white, and silver balloons, some shaped like stars, along with red and white tablecloths. There are tables with boxes, flyers, and a sign that says 'JOIN THE GROUP.' A woman in an orange shirt is working at a table,
Indoor room decorated for reunion with red and white streamers, balloons, and a sign welcoming back classmates from the class of 1991, displaying reunion statistics.
A group of people attending an indoor event under a large tent, some sitting at tables, others standing and socializing, with a diverse crowd including children.
A gathering of people on an outdoor wooden deck next to a wooden building, with some people standing and others sitting, and a large tree providing shade.
Two people smiling and leaning close together at a dinner party, with other guests seated at tables in the background.
People gathered at a beverage stand under a large white tent during an outdoor event, some in costumes, with cans of soda on the table.
Decorated room with red balloons and crepe paper streamers, a white sign with 'ATHLETICS' on it, and a whiteboard listing events and schedule for a community event.
A group of men in business attire standing together at an event, some are smiling and talking, with a podium and microphones in front.
Group of people gathered outdoors in front of a wooden building, engaging in conversation and holding drinks.
Jeff and Robyn smiling in a banquet hall, wearing Cornell University lanyards, with tables and other guests in the background.
People gathered under a large outdoor tent at a social event or celebration, with tables covered in blue checkered tablecloths and red folding chairs, some people are sitting and others are standing in line or talking, and the tent is decorated with
A large group of people gathered outdoors on a grassy area, holding a banner that reads 'CORNELL 1991'. There are tents and trees in the background, with some individuals standing and walking around.
People standing in a line under a large event tent attending a formal gathering or conference.
Group of people gathered indoors, holding wine glasses, engaging in conversation, with wooden walls and a window in the background.
A woman is speaking at a podium during an event with a Cornell banner from 1991 in the background. There are three people standing nearby, and a round table with red chairs and table settings is in the foreground.
Room decorated for a celebration with red, white, and silver star-shaped balloons, with tables draped in red and white cloths, and informational signs on display.
Group of people inside a large white event tent, some standing and some sitting, attending a social gathering or party.
Group of people socializing outdoors, some are holding drinks and sitting on benches near a wooden building.
A woman speaking at a podium during a Cornell University event in 1991, with a Cornell banner and a flag behind her.
Celebration area with silver balloons forming the number 91, red and white streamers hanging from the ceiling, a brown sofa, wooden chairs, and a small black cabinet with flower vases on top. Large windows with curtains show parked cars outside.
A large group of people gathered inside a tent, standing and sitting, watching an event with a young girl pointing towards something.
Group of people standing on a wooden deck beneath trees outside a red barn-style building on a sunny day.
A woman speaking at a podium during a Cornell event in 1991, with an American flag and Cornell banner in the background, and people standing to her side in a large indoor space.
A large gathering of people seated at tables under a white tent at an outdoor event, with some standing and serving food, decorated with ribbons and ornaments.
Indoor space decorated with red and white streamers hanging from the ceiling. Tables covered with red tablecloths are set up along the walls, holding various items. There's a large oxygen tank, a trash bin, chairs, and a wall with printed papers and
Group of people gathered under a tent at an outdoor event, some wearing name tags and medals.
A smiling woman with curly hair wearing a blue top, striped skirt, and a red lanyard stands next to a fence with a donkey behind it on a sunny day at a farm during a Class of 1991 wine tour over Reunion Weekend.
Bailey Hall filled with people seated in chairs, attending a formal event or conference, with a stage on the left side decorated with flowers.
A group of nine young adults, dressed in white medical uniforms, standing together in a room with beige curtains, holding glasses of amber-colored drink and smiling for the camera.
People gathered at a large outdoor event under a tent, sitting at tables with blue checkered tablecloths, and engaging in conversation.
Decorated registration area with red and silver star-shaped balloons, signs categorizing alphabet groups for a walk-in event, and registration tables with computers, draped in red and white fabric.
A group of men in suits, the Cornell Hangovers, some with sunglasses, are gathered around a podium, smiling, singing and clapping, under a white tent during Cornell Class of 1991 Reunion. A young child is standing in front of them, facing the group.
A frog sitting on floating green algae in a pond with underwater plants and small white flowers.
A large audience seated in Bailey hall, attending Cornelliana Night during Cornell Reunion weekend. The seating fills the auditorium, with some people on the balcony level. Many are engaged, reading, or using phones.
People at a buffet line under a large white tent, serving and eating food at a Class of 1991 dinner even during Reunion weekend.
A decorated event space with red and silver star-shaped balloons, red and white tablecloths, and posters on the wall promoting a wine tour and group joining.
Indoor gathering of people, some talking and some standing in groups, with wooden walls and a round window in the background.
A large gathering of people under a tent by a lake, with tables decorated with blue checkered tablecloths, and pineapple-shaped decorations hanging from the tent.
Group of people enjoying an outdoor gathering near a stone wall, with some holding drinks and smiling, under a tent with trees in the background.
A large group of people gathered outdoors on a grassy area holding a banner that reads 'Cornell 1991.' There is a white tent, some trees, and a few people standing or walking around in the background.
A crowded indoor gathering with people socializing, some holding drinks, in a room with wooden walls and a large arched window.
A woman and an older man smiling and holding hands at a band event under a tent, with musicians playing saxophones in the background during Cornell Reunion weekend.
Two people dancing in front of an orchestra at an outdoor event. The orchestra members are sitting with saxophones, and the band sign reads 'Stan Colella Orchestra.' The scene is under a tent at night during Cornell Reunion weekend.
A man and a woman dancing in front of a band called Stan Colella Orchestra, playing instruments under a tent at night during Reunion weekend.
People gathered at an outdoor party under a white tent near a body of water, socializing and dining at tables with red chairs and blue checkered tablecloths.
People gathered outdoors at a social event with white tents, green trees, and a blue sky.
A white building with a large arched window entrance, surrounded by green trees and shrubs, with a small group of people walking towards it on a paved driveway and a vintage car parked nearby.
Two women sitting at a picnic table with blue and white checkered tablecloth, enjoying food at an outdoor gathering by a lake. One woman has short blonde hair and is wearing a colorful patterned sweater and pink lei, while the other woman has short b
Group of people posed outdoors near a lake with green trees and blue water in the background, on a sunny day.
People gathered by a lakeside during a celebration, with some under a white tent, others standing and chatting near the water, and children playing on the grass, surrounded by trees and calm water at sunset.
Three people smiling at a nighttime event, wearing casual clothing and red lanyards with name tags.
Indoor banquet hall decorated with red, white, and pink balloons, white tablecloths, and chairs arranged for a celebration.
Large indoor event space decorated with red and white balloons, tablecloths, and chairs, set up for a celebration or banquet.
Banquet hall decorated for a celebration with red and white balloons and streamers, round tables with white tablecloths, and red chairs, set with plates, glasses, and bottles, with an American flag visible at the back.
Indoor event space decorated with red and white balloons and streamers, with round tables and red chairs, and people preparing for an event.
A group of people at a wine tasting event, standing in a rustic wooden room, with some holding glasses of wine, and a table with snacks and wine bottles in the foreground.
Two men smiling at a nighttime event, with one wearing a black sweater and the other in a red shirt, both with name tags. The man on the right has his arm around the other.
An outdoor gathering with a large white tent filled with people seated at tables, while others stand and socialize on the grass near a river, with green trees in the background during late afternoon or evening.
Large event hall decorated with white and red balloon centerpieces and streamers hanging from the ceiling, set up for a banquet with round tables covered in white tablecloths and red chairs, and a stage or back area in the background.
People gathered at a wine tasting event inside a rustic wooden venue with barrels and boxes, engaging in conversation.
A group of five people smiling and posing together at an event, with some wearing Cornell University shirts and name tags during Cornell Reunion weekend.
Crowd of people seated at tables under white tent, eating and socializing at daytime outdoor event, with some standing and moving around during Cornell Reunion weekend.
Ramin Room at Cornell during Cornell Reunion weekend, decorated with red, white, and pink balloons, white tablecloths, and red chairs, set up for an event with round tables and ceiling decorations.
Ramin Room at Cornell during Cornell Reunion weekend, decorated with white tablecloths, red chairs, and balloons, with an area called 'Lindseth Climbing Wall' in the background.
Two people lying on a wooden picnic table in a grassy area near a vineyard on a sunny day during a wine tour during Cornell Reunion weekend.
Five men standing together at a nighttime event, smiling, with medals and cups, under a tent during the tent parties at Cornell Reunion weekend.
Three men wearing colorful Hawaiian shirts and necklaces during Cornell Reunion weekend, smiling at a festive gathering under a tent, with other people in the background.
Cornell President Frank H.T. Rhodes and his wife Rosa with Cornell Class of 1991 Reunion Chairs, during Cornell Reunion weekend, smiling in a tent at a social event, wearing name tags and professional attire.
Group of young people in formal attire singing together at a Cornell University Reunion event, with American and Cornell flags in the background, and a large Cornell banner.
A group of people gathered around a picnic table outdoors in a grassy field with a vineyard in the background on a sunny day during Cornell Reunion weekend.
Group of smiling people at an outdoor gathering, holding drinks, under a canopy, some wearing name tags, celebrating at night at the tent parties during Cornell Reunion weekend.
Group of four people dressed in historical and tropical clothing standing by Beebe Lake during Cornell Reunion weekend with trees in the background, one man holding a torch.
Indoor banquet hall with round tables set for a formal event, some guests seated, and a few people standing near a stage area with a backdrop and flags during Cornell Reunion weekend.
A lakeside scene at Beebe Lake during Cornell Reunion weekend with trees, tents, and boats on the shore, with reflections in the water.
Three friends at a party, during Cornell Reunion weekend, two men and one woman, smiling and celebrating, with drinks in their hands, surrounded by other party-goers.
Two smiling men with their arms around each other at an outdoor event under a tent, with other people in the background.
Group of diverse people smiling and posing together at an event, standing inside a tent with a white backdrop.
Indoor event with round tables covered in white tablecloths and red chairs, decorated with balloons and streamers, filled with people dining and socializing, some waitstaff serving, and a stage or speaker setup at the front.
Large outdoor event under a white tent with several rows of red folding chairs and long tables covered with blue checkered tablecloths, decorated with small colorful ornaments, with people in the background near a body of water.
Two women sitting at a table, smiling, during an outdoor event, with other people and food visible in the background.
Group of five people standing outdoors, smiling, wearing casual summer clothing and sunglasses.
Two people smiling outdoors near a body of water with trees in the background. They are wearing volunteer badges around their necks, and a lit tiki torch is nearby.
People dressed in costumes, with the man in the center wearing a historical military or pirate costume, and people at a social gathering outdoors.
A man and woman standing at a podium with a Cornell sign, engaged in a conversation or speech, inside a large white tent.
A large indoor banquet hall decorated with red and white balloons and streamers, filled with many round tables set for a meal, with guests dining and socializing.
Band playing percussion instruments outdoors under a canopy at a sunny event, with people standing in the background and trees surrounding the area.
Group of people sitting at a long table under a tent, smiling and enjoying a meal together.
Two people standing outdoors in front of a white canopy tent, wearing sunglasses and name tags, at a gathering or party on a sunny day with trees in the background.
A smiling woman and man stand outdoors near a body of water, with torches on either side, and a lush green forest in the background during dusk.
Large indoor banquet hall decorated with hanging white and red balloons and streamers, filled with numerous round tables occupied by people dining, with a large seal or emblem on the wall in the background.
People playing steel drums under a large white event tent in an outdoor setting with green trees and grass.
People sitting at a table under a white tent
People sitting at a long table with a red and white checkered tablecloth, enjoying a meal outdoors under a tent, with trees and buildings in the background.
A smiling couple stands near Beebe Lake at sunset, with tiki torches, with a wooded area in the background during Cornell Reunion weekend.
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People gathered at a celebration, sitting at a table with canned drinks, a beer in a water bottle, and a vase with pink flowers, while others are in the background socializing near decorations and balloons.

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