Page 3 - NJC Newsletter 2013-Spring

2012
F HOMECOMING
“I hope all alumni will consider returning to Neuchâtel
ollowing their first few weeks of classes, attest, it is difficult not to enjoy this remarkable the Class of 2013 was able to experience the festival – in any weather! Thank you to all alumni legendary Fête des Vendanges! This was also the who joined us for our Homecoming festivities. You
for this Homecoming or will plan to attend one in the
very near future. Twelve (and counting) of my
classmates will be there this September 2013 to
celebrate our 25th. Neuchâtel, the Fête, and
the hospitality of the Junior College promise to be
amazing backdrops for our rendez-vous en Suisse!”
Malcolm Thompson, NJC ‘88
Past Chair, Canadian Advisory Committee
weekend of the NJC Homecoming and we were pleased to welcome back representatives from the classes of 1963 (their 50th anniversary), 1983 (their 30th), 2003 (their 10th) as well as from 1968 (their 45th) and 2002 (their 11th).
Following a reception at the school, alumni were invited to visit Switzerland’s largest Antique Fair (called a ‘Brocante’) in Le Landeron, a medieval village to the east of the city, on Saturday, after which they enjoyed a wonderful dinner at the famous Hôtel DuPeyrou where we were also able to witness the half hour fireworks display from the dining room’s balcony. Finally, on Sunday, the closing highlight of the festival was the nearly two- hour parade through the city’s streets.
Of course, alumni, students and staff alike enjoyed the attractions of Fête throughout the weekend. Unfortunately, the beautifully warm weather of the first day of ‘Fête’ turned to uncharacteristically cooler and wet weather for Saturday and Sunday. Nonetheless, as alumni and current students will
know that you are always welcome à Neuchâtel! Bill Boyer, Head of School
news and souvenirs for alumni, families and friends
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Classmates of 2002, Nancy Ling, Lauren Palombo, Elizabeth Adamson enjoy a moment of déjà vu on NJC’s spectacular terrace.