Events
COM and BU events are great ways to reconnect with your Alma Mater and to build your social and professional network.
For more information about upcoming events in your local region or to volunteer at a future alumni gathering, please e-mail comalum@bu.edu. For a list of University-sponsored alumni events, please visit www.bu.edu/alumni/events.
We look forward to seeing you at an event in your area soon!
Friday, October 23, 2009
O'Reilly, Wheatley, and the Future of News
As part of COM's Distinguished Alumni Awards on October 23rd, Bill O'Reilly (COM'75) and Bill Wheatley (COM'70) will hold a conversation entitled "A Bold Fresh Look at the Future of News."
Bill Wheatley, former executive producer of NBC Nightly News and co-author of NBC News Policies and Guidlines, will host the conversation. Wheatley and noted author and commentator O'Reilly will tackle topics involving the current state of journalism, and what the future holds for news.
The event, open to current BU students as well as alumni, will be held in the Metcalf Ballroom of the George Sherman Union starting at 6 PM. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by October 16th at comalum@bu.edu or call 617.353.5017.
Friday, October 23, 2009
COM Class of ’59- Time to Celebrate!
It’s your 50th reunion and we want to toast to you! Join Associate Dean Tammy Vigil for drinks and appetizers and catch up with your fellow COM alumni from the class of 1959! See how COM looks these days!
Friday, October 23rd
3-5 PM
COM Student Lounge
Register online at http://www.bu.edu/alumni/interests/events/alumniweekend/2009/register/
Saturday, October 24, 2009
COM Classes of ’99, ‘84 & ’69- Time to Toast You!!
Join us for a celebration of the 10th, 25th and 40th COM Reunions! Dean Tom Fiedler invites you to see what COM looks like now. Reconnect with your fellow COM alumni over drinks and appetizers- it’s on us!
Saturday, October 24th
3-5 PM
COM Student Lounge
RSVP to comalum@bu.edu or 617.353.5017
Please include your name and the year you graduated from COM.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
There’s No Business Without Show Business: Presenting as Performance
Gain one of the most valuable assets anyone can have in any industry: the ability to connect with the audience. Associate Professor of Advertising John Verret will show you how to polish your presentation skills and engage any listener. If you’ve ever been behind a podium or in front of a boardroom, you won’t want to miss this! RSVP online at www.bu.edu/alumniweekend.
Professor Verret has 38 years of marketing communications experience, specializing in the areas of consumer products and services. He also has extensive experience in agency management having held the positions of Vice Chairman, President, CEO, and Executive Vice President COO, for Arnold Communications, where he was a partner and co-owner until he sold his interest in 1996.
Saturday, October 24th
4-5:15 PM
School of Management
