Come relive the events you enjoyed most, or check out the ones you missed. Available to all DAASV members, our impressive Photo Gallery contains pictures and videos of our 15 most recent events. A link at the top and bottom of the page provides access to all other DAASV galleries – over 80 in all! The images and videos contained in these galleries are available for download by DAASV members and their guests. If any image or video is published, kindly give a photo credit to the photographer.
 | Origami Class: Learn the Traditional Japanese Art of Paper Folding 02/19/12Origami is the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, which started in the 17th century at the latest and was popularized outside Japan in the mid-1900s. It has since then evolved into a modern art form. The goal of this art is to transform a flat sheet of material into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques. The number of basic origami folds is small, but they can be combined in a variety of ways to make intricate designs. In general, these designs begin with a square sheet of paper whose sides may be different colors or prints. Traditional Japanese origami, which has been practiced since the Edo era (1603–1867), has often been less strict about these conventions, sometimes cutting the paper or using non-square shapes to start with. The principles of origami are also being used in stents, packaging, and other engineering structures. |
 | Valentines “Bee” Mine: Rooftop Beekeeping & Honey Demo at The Fairmont San Francisco 02/11/12The DAASV arranged for the perfect Valentines activity, one that was romantic, good for the environment, totally unique, *and* educational. This was a behind-the-scenes look at the epicurean garden on The Fairmont San Francisco's famed rooftop — home to four recently installed honey beehives, each housing 50,000 bees! While donning professional beekeeping suits, Dartmouth alumni and their guests heard from Helene and Spencer Marshall (owners of Marshall's Farm Natural Honey, and keepers of The Fairmont’s bee hives) and Executive Chef jW Foster, who brought the bees to the hotel. While using freshly harvested honey from the garden, alumni also enjoyed cooking demonstrations by Chef Foster and Executive Pastry Chef Stephen Sullivan. On the menu were a pickled vegetable bruschetta, a dessert, two honey cocktail options, and a non-alcoholic sparkling honey lemonade. Photos (C) Justin Tzou 2012 |
 | DAASV Overnight Adventure on Alcatraz Island 02/10/12Dartmouth alumni become members of a small, unofficial club — people who voluntarily spent the night inside a cell on Alcatraz Island. Yes, the DAASV won the 2012 National Park Service lottery to spend the night at Alcatraz. We had the entire island to ourselves! After ferrying over, alumni performed a 1 to 2 hour work project involving cell block maintenance. After the work project, our Dartmouth group was given the complete historical background by watching a screen presentation of commentaries featuring people who had experienced life on the island. Long after tourists departed, we were given a given a lengthy tour of the former penitentiary. We hiked around the island and saw areas closed-off to the general public including the gunrooms, isolation dungeons for solitary confinement, secret tunnels, and passageways. Dartmouth alumni then gathered for dinner in the mess hall, which had doors mounted with tear gas canisters, followed by s’mores over the fire. At the end of the evening, our group slept in our own 9 by 5 foot cells in Alcatraz’s D Block (aka the isolation unit) with sheet steel floors. Photos (C) Justin Tzou '10, Tom Markworth '91, and Jim Knopf '89. |
 | Get In Touch With Your Inner Cupid: Introductory Archery Lessons 02/06/12DAASV members got in touch with thier inner Cupid, and just in time for Valentines Day. Be it a romantic date night, or simply a way to meet other adventurous alumni, the DAASV arranged for archery lessons at the only dedicated indoor archery range in the Silicon Valley. (Seriously, who knew?!?) Our private session was perfect for those who have never shot a bow, or those with some previous experience that simply seek a refresher session. Essentials were covered prior to shooting, including correctly sizing equipment to the archer (bow, arrows, safety gear, etc.), determining eye dominance (eye dominance, controls, and aiming) and best type of bow used. Also covered were range rules, safety rules, and fundamentals of archery. |
 | Leadership Workshop: Corporate Governance, Conflicts of Interest, and Ethical Dilemmas in Alumni Club Service 01/22/12As alumni club leaders, we face conflicts of interest and ethical dilemmas, are exposed to external liabilities, and are routinely dealing with issues involving governance. The DAASV organized and hosted another half-day workshop for fellow Silicon Valley Ivy club leaders. This was a thought provoking, and highly practical discussion about corporate governance and liability issues facing all Ivy League alumni clubs. This seminar addressed myriad issues and provided numerous solutions. Topics addressed included governance and compliance issues, conflicts of interest and ethical dilemmas, liability issues, and risk management. Special thanks to Stefan Szulc of Marsh Risk & Insurance Services, and Douglas Park JD PhD of DYP Advisors for their generosity of time and expertise. |
 | Año Nuevo Elephant Seal Hike 01/08/12Members and guests of the Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley met at Año Nuevo State Reserve, located on Highway 1 between Santa Cruz and Half Moon Bay, for a naturalist-guided tour of one of the largest protected rookeries of Northern Elephant Seals. During a three-mile walk over rolling sand dunes elephant seals were seen in their natural habitat at the height of the birthing season. |
 | DAASV Goes Sailing With The Dodecs 12/17/11Our gracious hosts, Brent ('80 E'81 DP) and Cameron ('80 DP) Bilger, provided a sailing excursion for the Dartmouth Dodecs before their return trip to Hanover. We met at the St Francis Yacht Club, and set sail for a wonderful day on the bay. |
 | Specialty Coffee Tasting At Google 12/17/11Dartmouth (and Harvard) alumni met at Google for a coffee-themed event that featured specialty coffee-based espresso drinks and a pourover bar, along with baristas who practiced their craft in preparation for upcoming barista championships. The event also featured a short presentation and book signing by Googler database expert turned world-coffee explorer, Alon Halevy, author of the newly released book, "The Infinite Emotions of Coffee". Photos (C) Justin Tzou 2011 |
 | DAASV Annual Christmas Party Featuring The Dodecs 12/15/11More than 115 members donned their Dartmouth apparel and joined the Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley for the annual holiday party and feast at the beautiful home of Cindy and David Stanley '68. This year, we had an extra-special treat – the Dartmouth Dodecaphonics performed. All attendees enjoyed some holiday cheer with fellow alumni and guests, along with classic Dartmouth and seasonal tunes! Photos (C) Justin Tzou 2011 |
 | Young Alum Happy Hour With Dartmouth Dodecs 12/12/11What better way to warm up for the holidays than with a Young Alum Holiday Happy Hour at the Menlo Grill in the Stanford Park Hotel? Young (and young-at-heart) alumni joined us for a drink, complimentary appetizers, and some holiday tunes with the Dodecs and classmates from Dartmouth. |
 | Dartmouth Parents Meet The New Dean Of The College 12/07/11John Donahoe '82 DP, President and CEO of eBay, arranged meeting space for the local Dartmouth alumni associations, the Dartmouth Alumni Association of Silicon Valley and the Dartmouth Club of Greater San Francisco to host parents of current Dartmouth students to meet. Joining the Parents Committee and invited parents were Dartmouth's Dean of the College, Charlotte Johnson, and Heidi Anderson, Director of Dartmouth's Parent and Grandparents Fund. These photos are available for download and use by participants. High quality prints are available by clicking on the "Buy" button. If any images are published, a photo credit to George Hamma would be appreciated. Photos (C) George Hamma 2011 |
 | Santa Claus Needs A Helping (Dartmouth) Hand 12/01/11Sending letters to Santa have been a Christmas tradition for more than 100 years. Each year, children flood the postal service with their wish lists for Santa, some sending priority mail straight to the North Pole. It's a daunting job, and Santa can use some help. This year, as in years past, he’ll get it thanks to some Dartmouth elves in the Silicon Valley. This is a call for volunteers to help Santa answer some of the kids' letters and hopefully provide a gift. Making a child's holiday special is what the program is all about. The Dartmouth community met at the Menlo Grill in the Stanford Park Hotel for some holiday cheer, hors d’oeuvres, and then picked up a letter or two with the intent of lending Santa a helping hand. Photos (C) Justin Tzou 2011 |
 | Tour With Spirit(s): Historic Pub Crawl Of Downtown Columbus 11/17/11Continuing the fine Dartmouth tradition of making learning fun, the Dartmouth Club of Central Ohio, with the generous sponsorship of the DAASV, organized a “historic pub crawl” of downtown Columbus, Ohio. The 3-hour tour, led by members of the Columbus Landmarks Foundation, visited three of the oldest bars in Columbus. The educational evening started at Ringside Café, then proceeded down High Street to the Elevator Brewery, and finished at the Flat Iron Grill. A “mystery prize” was awarded at the conclusion of the evening. Although the temperature dropped down into the 30s that night, over 20 Dartmouth alums still rallied — all in the name of Continuing Education — and partook in the event which lasted well into the night. |
 | DAASV Experiences "The Odyssey" Aboard The Alma 11/05/11Dartmouth alumni and their families set sail for an afternoon on San Francisco Bay aboard the 1891 schooner "Alma", as we spun yarns from a limited engagement of Homer’s ancient epic, "The Odyssey". The Alma and her Aquatic Park environs evoked a strong connection to "The Odyssey" and the poem’s central theme of travel, exploration, and homecoming. It was a story of a great and difficult journey, the search for self, the discovery of other worlds and people, and the ultimate journey home. |
 | DAASV Hosts Dartmouth vs. Harvard Football Game 10/29/11There’s a cool chill in the air. The College hums with activity. This can only mean one thing: football season has arrived. And the best of all games is Dartmouth versus Harvard. While Dartmouth met Harvard under the lights at Harvard Stadium in Cambridge, the DAASV hosted a reception for Dartmouth and Harvard alumni in true California style at Old Pro in Palo Alto. Photos © Justin Tzou 2011 |
