Alumni Events
VP&S 2023 Alumni Reunion

VP&S 2023 Alumni Reunion
It’s time to register for Alumni Reunion Weekend, which is set for April 20-22, 2023, in New York City. Events include a welcome reception, interactive programs on campus, and a festive gala at Chelsea Piers.
Whether you are looking to reconnect with old friends and your alma mater, make new connections across specialties and class years, dive into the academic discourse of reunion scientific sessions, or just want a fresh bite of the Big Apple, your VP&S family is waiting to welcome you and celebrate!
Reunion Lodging Information
A block of rooms has been reserved at The Westin New York at Times Square from April 19 - 23, 2023
Additional preferred lodging is available through the Columbia Visitors Portal.
Reunion Weekend Agenda
Monday, April 17, 2023
Launch of Virtual VP&S Alumni Symposium - On Demand Viewing
Thursday, April 20, 2023
The Westin New York at Times Square - 270 W 43rd St, NYC
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - VP&S Alumni Directors Board Meeting (Closed Session)
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Alumni Welcome Reception
Hosted by Vivian Lewis VP&S '77
Interim-President, VP&S Alumni Association
Co-Chair, BALSO Alumni Network
Friday, April 21, 2023
Vagelos Education Center - 104 Haven Avenue, NYC
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM - Welcome & Registration
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM - Breakout Sessions I
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM - Intermission
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM - Breakout Sessions II
12:15 PM - 12:30 PM - Intermission
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Dean's Luncheon
50 Haven Avenue - Student Lounge
Welcoming Remarks: Dean Katrina Armstrong, MD
Dean of the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and Executive Vice President for Health and Biomedical Sciences, Columbia University
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM - VP&S Campus Tours - Led by VP&S Students
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - BALSO Dessert Social
50 Haven Avenue - Student Lounge
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Reunion Class Dinners - Various Locations
Saturday, April 22, 2023
All Day - NYC Exploration Day
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Gala Dinner & Alumni Awards
Reception featuring the VP&S Alumni Quintet
John C. M. Brust '62, Alto Saxophone
James C. M. Brust '01, Piano
Dr. R. Linsy Farris, Bass
Donald O. Quest '70, Trombone
Deepak Saluja '01, Drums
8:00 PM
Welcome
Vivian Lewis ‘77
Interim-President, VP&S Alumni Association
Co-Chair, BALSO Alumni Network
Reflections from our 50th Class Chair
Alexander C. Chester III ‘73
Fiftieth Anniversary Class
Awarding of the Alumni Gold Medals
Jane Salmon ‘77
Chair, Honors & Awards
VP&S Alumni Association Medalist Recipients
Gold Medal for Outstanding Achievements in Medical Research
Donald Landry '83
Gold Medal for Outstanding Achievements in Clinical Medicine
Eric Rose '75
Virginia Kneeland Frantz ’22 Award for Distinguished Women in Medicine
Mary Bassett '79
Gold Medal for Meritorious Service to VP&S and its Alumni Association
Richard Speigel '70
Reunion Class Dinners
Upon arrival you will be directed to your room by the VP&S Alumni Staff.
CLASS OF 1958
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Sheldon Cherry, MD
CLASS OF 1963
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Carmen Ortiz Neu, M.D.
CLASS OF 1968
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Estelle P. Bender, M.D.
CLASS OF 1973
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
University Club
1 W 54th St. New York, NY 10019
$175 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Alexander C. Chester III, M.D.
CLASS OF 1975
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: David P. Roye, M.D.
CLASS OF 1978
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Alan I. Benvenisty, M.D.
CLASS OF 1983
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: George J. Florakis, M.D.
CLASS OF 1988
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Donna L. Densel, M.D.
CLASS OF 1993
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Katarina Eisinger , M.D.
CLASS OF 1998
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Kristel Kalissaar Hunt, M.D.
CLASS OF 2003
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Kristin Kozakowski, M.D.
CLASS OF 2008
Friday, April 21, 2023 – 6:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 West 43rd Street, NYC
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Thomas Eeda Lo, M.D.