Concert & Lecture

Concert and Lecture Endowment Funds

JOHN CHAFEE ’40P LECTURE SERIES

Established in 2000 by friends and classmates of Senator John Chafee of Rhode Island, father of Zechariah ’69 and a great patriot and loyal son of Deerfield.

JOHN A. CORRY LECTURESHIP IN HISTORY

Established in 1999 by John A. Corry ’49 for guest speakers in the history department.

ROBERT CROW CONCERT AND LECTURE SERIES

Established in 1980 with a bequest from Robert B. Crow, Deerfield faculty 1943 – ‑1979.

JOHN PATTON DAVIES JR. HISTORY LECTURE FUND

Established in 1990 by Mr. and Mrs. Silas O. Kines Jr., parents of Jon ’92, in honor of their friend and former diplomat, John Patton Davies Jr.

DEERFIELD WRITING FELLOW

Established in 2001 by Steven Brill ’68, father of Emily J. ’02 and Sophia M. ’03, the fund encourages good writing across the curriculum and brings a Fellow to campus annually to serve as writer-in-residence.

MARSHALL FIELD PUBLIC AFFAIRS LECTURE FUND

Established in 1980 by a grant from the Peterborough Foundation.

WICK HUFFARD VISITING ARCHITECT PROGRAM

Established in 2005 in memory of Wick Huffard ’03, the fund brings a practicing architect to Deerfield on an annual basis for a full day of interactive learning opportunities with students.

JAFFE ART LECTURE FUND

Established in 1966 by Evelyn and William Jaffe, parents of Thomas ’67.

TEDMAN R. LITTWIN WRITERS’ FUND

Established in 2007 with gifts in memory of Tedman, beloved English faculty 1976-2006, friend and mentor, the fund supports an annual public reading and master classes by a visiting author.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of the Alumni Association?

Upon graduating from Deerfield, alumni enter a diverse network of former Deerfield students. Deerfield alumni have ventured into almost every area of employment, and many are at the top of their respective fields. The advantages of this vast network are numerous and significant, as every member of the Deerfield family receives the following:

Automatic subscription to Deerfield Magazine
Online subscription to the Deerfield Scroll
Access to the Deerfield Mobile App and directory
Invitations to special events both on and off campus
Eligibility for membership in a number of recognition societies

Alumni are also eligible for alumni awards, such as the Ashley Award, Heritage Award, and the Mimi Morsman Award.

As a member of the Alumni Association, do I have dues?

There are no membership fees or dues for members of the Deerfield family, but Deerfield does ask for assistance in a few areas. First of all, in order for Deerfield to have the most up-to-date records possible, we encourage members to keep us apprised of their current contact info. Alumni are also urged to direct all concerns and suggestions regarding Deerfield’s operations through the Executive Committee, the governing body of the Alumni Association. The committee acts as the voice of the alumni body, and works closely with the school administration. In order to keep tuition affordable and the quality of a Deerfield education at its highest, the Academy depends upon the continuing support of alumni and their families. This support can take the form of annual or capital gifts, or time spent volunteering on behalf of Deerfield.

How can I network with other alumni in my area?

There are regional events in many major American cities. Please visit here for more information on regional engagement.

As a Deerfield alum, am I invited to campus athletic events and performances?

Of course! Be sure to read the latest issue of From Albany Road in your email’s in-box for current news of what is happening on campus. As we also send out periodic invitations, it’s always best to make sure we have your current physical address. And if you do plan on visiting campus, why not tell us ahead of time?

Contact the Office of Advancement

alumni@deerfield.edu
413-774-1474

7 Boyden Lane, PO Box 306
Deerfield, MA 01342

7 Boyden Lane, PO Box 87, Deerfield, MA 01342

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATORY POLICY AS TO STUDENTS: Deerfield Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.