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September 2014

THE PENN CLUB OF NEW YORK

20th Anniversary Refer & Redeem Rewards Program

In This Issue

As we begin our new membership year, we are excited to introduce our 20th Anniversary Refer & Redeem Rewards Program that is part of our membership drive for the balance of this calendar year. The Penn Club is a members-owned Club and you have a vested interest in it. Your Club would like your support. What’s the Reward?

Penn Club members receive a $200 house credit reward on their house account for each qualified new member who joins the Club. Who is a Qualified New Member?

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Qualified new members are those new members referred by a current member, who join between 7/1/14 and 12/31/14 and who pay an initiation fee or reinstatement fee and dues.

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Can I refer additional qualified new members to earn more than $200?

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Yes, there is no cap on how many qualified new members you can refer.

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MBA Admissions: Behind the Scenes |

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Networking

Drinks

Learning

Dining

Healthy

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Entertainment

Twentieth Anniversary Event

DON'T MISS!

Networking and Cocktails Tuesday, September 30th 7:00 p.m. SEE PAGE 2

How do I participate in the rewards program?

To ensure that you are credited the $200 for each qualified new member who joins the Club, please request the special application from the membership office and complete the Penn Club Referrer Information proposer section on the form, and have your referred member candidate complete the rest of the application and submit it to us. To reach the membership office please email membership@ pennclub.org or call 212.403.6627. This specific application must be completed to be recognized for the house credits; no exceptions. When can I redeem my reward?

House credits will be rewarded to the Penn Club member in good standing signing as proposer 2 months after the new members referred completed their nonrefundable payment in full. House credits must be redeemed by the end of the fiscal year June 30, 2015 and cannot be exchanged for cash or used to pay dues.

Food Markets of India: Dinner and Lecture |

business school? Look to Stacy Blackman’s team. Please join us for an interactive presentation and Q&A session with Ann Lee of Stacy Blackman Consulting. Founded in 2001, Stacy Blackman Consulting has helped thousands of MBA applicants gain admission to the most selective business schools in the world. Stacy Blackman clients have a significantly increased probability of admission to top schools and are frequent recipients of merit scholarships. Presenter Ann Lee received her MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, and received her AB from the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University. At Wharton, Ann served as an MBA application adviser, and as a receptions host in the admissions office.

Monday, September 15th. 7:00 p.m. For over 20 years culinary presenter and cookbook author Paulette Mitchell has offered audiences beautiful photo presentations on colorful food markets around the world. On September 15th, Paulette will be at The Penn Club to give a culinary lecture on the customs and foods of India through an in-depth look at the Indian food markets. This presentation will be paired with a receptionstyle Indian market inspired dinner. M ❖ Beverage: Glass of house wine or beer Spiced Mango Lassi ❖ Main Courses: Indian-Spiced Salmon Salsa, Coconut Milk Curried Chicken ❖ Side Dishes: Vegetables in Cumin-Scented Coconut Sauce Watermelon Curry Basmati Rice with Saffron ❖ Desserts: Tropical Fruits with Roasted Cumin Seed Shrikhand

$15 per member and $25 per guest by Tuesday September 2nd. $25 per member and $35 per guest for late reservations. For reservations, please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

$60 per person plus tax and service charge. Reservations required by Monday, September 8th. For reservations, please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online. Member must be present to sign for dinner.

Tuesday, September 9th. 7:00p.m. Want to get into

All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail ([email protected]), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail [email protected] only for questions about events.

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LEADERSHIP

Happy fall! Over the summer months we took the opportunity to go through our clubhouse and perform our annual deep-cleaning, necessary repairs, and preventative maintenance. The big news this summer was the renovation of our 39 sleeping rooms. Among many other changes, we’ve added new paint, lighting, window treatments, and bed linens, that have significantly enhanced the overnight experience at The Penn Club. The project began in early July, and I’m happy to say that we are right on schedule, and the completed rooms are beautiful. This has been the first major endeavor under my leadership since I started at the Club in January, and has truly proved to be a team effort.

We’ve also purchased a digital signage system for our lobby to alert you of announcements and happenings at the Club. September marks a new month of exciting programs, networking, and renewed reflections on the many facets of your club life. Another new development that we are excited to announce is our buffet-style Wednesday lunch and Friday dinner in the Main Dining Room. For those of you who love to dine in the Main Dining Room, we encourage you to turn up often at these buffet lunches and dinners. I’m eager to welcome you to your homeaway-from-home as we once again enter another exciting chapter in the life of the Club.

A special thank you to our Chief Engineer, Jose Acosta— the man behind the scenes, who worked tirelessly on the renovation project, and keeps this building in such terrific shape.

—R. Mark Jezierski

Host Your Wedding at the Penn Club

SPOTLIGHT ON OUR NEWLY RENOVATED GUEST ROOMS

With so many alumni finding each other at Penn events, and with our growing number of second and third generations of Penn alumni, more and more graduates are asking about having a touch of Penn in their wedding and anniversary celebrations. If you or someone you know is planning a wedding for up to 150 people, The Penn Club is the perfect place for the celebration. After all, it’s posh, private and positively Penn! For a wedding to remember, The Penn Club offers a wedding package which includes:

Our guest room renovations are nearing completion. We’ve given all 39 overnight rooms an updated look— from the bathroom walls to the curtains and duvets. All details and the big reveal will be covered in the November issue of HapPENNings. Reserve your room today to experience our renovated guest rooms! For reservations call 212.403.6533 or email [email protected].

• 5 hour open bar for the evening including a cocktail reception in the Franklin Living Room • Sit-down dinner and dancing for up to 150 people in the Presidents’ and Provosts’ Dining Room • Wine service and champagne toast with dinner • Ceremony facilities available • An overnight guest room at the Club for the wedding couple • Complimentary menu tasting for 4 upon booking To learn more about hosting your wedding or other meetings and functions at The Penn Club, please contact 212.403.6619 or email [email protected]. Every event held at the Club house promises to be special with the perfect dose of Penn!

Welcome New June Members Penn Club members are encouraged to review this posting of new members. All new members are provisional members for 90 days from the date their membership begins. Should any Penn Club member in good standing feel that a provisional member will not make a good member, please provide us your information in writing to [email protected] with your name and member number. The Club may reach out to you to obtain more information, if needed. Michael P. Alexander, Jr. Oliver T. Althoff Ajay Anand Karli Sue Anderson Justin Ang Joshua L. Arnold Dorothy Bailey Michael Bailey Gib Baltzer Alex Baquero Jeffrey S. Barrett Berni A. Barta Amy L. Beauchamp Drew Becker Alan Behr Markus Beissinger Raphael S. Benarrosh

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Julian C. Bennet Shahaab Bhanji Molly Rachel Blais Michael Block Cole J. Blum Ronald R. Borus Caroline R. Brand Katie Broder Kelsey M. Brongo Catherine A. Brown Claire Buff Linda McKenna Bullock Daniel Burciago Yael F. Burla Daniel Calderon Ashley CatalanoLeckerman

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Barbara H. Cavalieri Stephanie Y. Chan Alvin J. Chin Kamal A. Chinoy Charles Coe Arthur Cohen Sarah C. Cole Marirosa Colon-Zager Kelly Costello Catherine V. Coult Caitlin Crowe Matthew Curtin Arpita Das Eliza B. Davis Laura DeLuca Stephen J. DiGregoria Michael Christopher

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Dodds Leo J. Dolan, Jr. Emma Dorsey George Dorsey Robert A. Doto Kathryn E. Dowling Mimi Keller Drake Peter E. Dreyer Manu Duggal Marcus E.H. Dungey Kristi R. Edleson Bethany A. Edwards Brian Engel Sarah K. Engheta Susan C. Fahey Stanley Fiel Alexandra L. Fleischman Rebecca M. Fleischman Fiona K. Fong Shelby M. Fortin Adam Eric Frieman Kathryn R. Gansler Sabrina A. Garcia Jane K. Garnett Lisette J. Garza Eric P. Gelb Aimee M Gelinas Leah M. Geoghegan

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Alfred F. Gerriets, II Mana Ghaemmaghami Eric Gleave Elizabeth Glover Chelsea Goldinger Tara M. Gonzalez Gina Gordon Eric Greenwald Hillary E. Halter Kelly M. Hanan Anna R. Harrington Andrea A. Herrera Andrea B. Himmel Emmett B. Hume Alexandra Idol Mario B. Ira Geoffrey R. Johnson Brittney P. Joyce Jean-Marc Juhel Prerna Kakar Omar Kalouti Allison D. Kaye Katherine Kelly Luke J. Kelly Julia E. Kelsoe Andrew M. Kessel Ramon Kochavi Andre A. Konski

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Carol D. Konski Jonathan D. Kotter Stephen N. Kowalski Julie Anne Kozeracki James B. Kuklinski Katherine Lam Charles Laurent Samantha Lawyer Amy M. Le Andrew Levin Hugh Levin Boting Li Mengyuan Lin Catherine Lipsher Juan Jose Lopes Delgado Daniel J. Lowy Benjamin M. Lushing Alexandra Lynch Timothy E. Lynch Anne L. Maercklein Mario F. Maffei Roxana Maffei-Burciago Samantha G. Maliha Michael D. Mangini Douglass M. Mann Catherine Marchand Allie Faythe Martin

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Patricia J. Martin George Marucci, III Christian D. Mattia Gregory Miller Caroline Min Daniel B. More Edward H. Morris, Jr. Victoria Munoz-Torres Michael E. Nauen Sirwa Nguy Matthias Nikaj William C. Nordlund Lucas O’Connor Charles G. Oewel Ernest L. Owens Ying Pan Edward S. Pantzer George M. Parlamas Morris B. Pearl Shaan Penmetsa James L. Phillips, Jr. Jaime G. Picano Danielle S. Pita Edwin C. Pratt Candace G. Press Thomas E. Preston Katherine Pully Paul A. Quaranto, Jr.

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Joshua Raines Sudeep Singh Rangi Helen Rapp Mark Andrew Reid Steven Rennard Charles S. Rich Benjamin C. Roberts Evan C. Robinson Elizabeth M. Rodriguez Isabella Rollo Marissa Rosenbloom Nicholas K. Rush Hayley Sacks Yu Sakai Roger H. Saks Lauren Scharf Michael R. Scognamiglio Bailey Rae Seiner Vivian C. Seltzer Elizabeth R. Selvaggio Lisa Sha Eric M. Shoykhet Barbara K. Siembieda David M. Silk Jordan Silverman Marissa Solomon Alan B. Sostek

Justin M. Sperling Victoria Stires Tarini Sundar Brittany J. Swanson Hiromitsu Takahashi Larry Tang Thomas E. Tompkins Andrew L. Turell Priyanka Varma Nicholas J. Volpe, Jr. Richard O. Wagner Dominic Waltz Beini Wang Xian Wang Emily Wasserman Rachel R. Weinberg Harvey M. Weindenfeld Matthew A. Williams Philip Williams Laura Woodbridge Sophie WoodwardFisher Darryl B. Wooten Cathy Xiao Franklin Yang Eric L. Zager David Zweifler

U P C OM I NG E V E N T S Networking and Cocktails | Tuesday, September 30th. 7:00 p.m. Gather at

the Club for an evening of networking and cocktails with other Penn Club members of all ages and professions. Meet new business contacts, connect with peers within your industry, learn from other members, and make new friends. The Penn Club boasts a group of intellectual and resourceful professionals who are all eager and willing to meet with other members. Bring your friends, bring your colleagues, bring your business cards, and bring your A-game to make professional and social connections with your fellow members. $27 per member and $37 per guest plus tax and service charge. Includes admission and one house beverage. Additional drinks can be purchased on your house account at the bar. Attendees will have the option to leave a business card behind for contact and business information to be distributed to fellow attendees. To RSVP please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

Entrepreneur Panel: The 3 A’s of Fast Tracking Your Business Success: Apps, Accelerate & Adapt | Tuesday, October 7th. Reception 6:30 p.m. Program 7:00 p.m.

Brought to you by Penn Women in Business Intraclub How do you go from having an idea about how consumers prefer their coffee to becoming a competitor of Starbucks? Or how do you go from having a relentless commitment to improving business meetings to adapting your approach and apps along the way? Come join us to hear how two entrepreneurs, Gilad Rotem, co-founder of Cups, and Larry Cerri of Unison, fast tracked their business models—one by working with an accelerator and the other by becoming an astute adaptor—to achieve success. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS: Gilad Rotem: Rotem is the co-founder of CUPS, a $45 monthly subscription service that entitles users to unlimited coffee at an expanding number of independent coffee shops in NYC and Tel Aviv. Previously, while employed at Incomate, he founded InGaming.com, a user acquisition network specializing in Facebook and Mobile games which marked Incomate’s first step outside the gambling arena. Gilad led product development and initial client base acquisition for InGaming in and served as an advisor for the Casual Gaming Association. Larry Cerri: Cerri is the founder of UNISON: the Collaborative Meeting Experience. UNISON is a leader in leveraging meeting interactive/collaborative technologies to create an environment of full audience engagement and participation. The data gathered through this approach is thoroughly analyzed to extract key insights to drive future results. With the advent of the ‘app’ explosion, Larry transformed the UNISON concept into Captivator that takes the inroom experience to higher levels of virtual meeting interactivity and data capture. $27 per member and $37 per guest for reservations made by Tuesday October 1st. $37 per member and $47 per guest for late reservations. Admission to the program includes one drink. Please RSVP online or by emailing [email protected]

College Admissions: Networking and Social Media | A Unique Perspective on College Admissions

Tuesday, October 14th 7:00 p.m. Come join in on a presentation and panel discussion given by independent college consultant and award-winning educator, Dr. Rachelle Wolosoff. Dr. Wolosoff is the Founder of College Search Expert, LLC, a renowned organization that offers college consulting services. The presentation goes behind the scenes of the U.S. College Application process and delves into how networking and social media can affect the college admissions process. Following the presentation, there will be an interactive panel discussion featuring a social media expert from BuzzFeed, an expert networker, and a past Penn Alumni interviewer.  $15 per person and $25 per guest for reservations made by Tuesday, October 7th. $25 per member and $35 per guest for late reservations. Please RSVP online or by emailing [email protected].

Young Alumni Annual Homecoming Bash | Thursday, October 23rd. Whether or not you’ll be attending your university’s homecoming festivities this fall, the Penn Club Young Alumni Committee invites those members from the Class of 2001–2014 and a guest to celebrate your home-awayfrom-home at the eighth annual club-sponsored Young Alumni Homecoming Bash. Warm up for the weekend with complimentary beer, wine, soda, and snacks. See old friends, make new ones, and celebrate in style. This event is club sponsored (free). Members are welcome to bring 1 guest. This popular event sells out—please RSVP to guarantee entry. To RSVP please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

Wharton Marketing Professor: Peter Fader on Consumer Centricity Marketing | Tuesday, October 28th 7:00 p.m. The Penn Club welcomes

the highly regarded Professor Peter S. Fader—the Frances and Pei-Yuan Chia Professor of Marketing at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Professor Fader’s expertise centers on the analysis of behavioral data to understand and forecast customer shopping and purchasing activities. In this lecture he will explore the concept of customer centricity (i.e., customer acquisition, retention, and development). The evening will begin with a brief review of Professor Fader’s recent book, Customer Centricity: Focus on the Right Customers for Strategic Advantage, followed by a deep dive into the profitability question: given the risks and costs of becoming customer centric, how can it be more profitable than the more traditional product-centric approach? Professor Fader will carefully examine the tactical underlying “building blocks” of customer centricity, and will point out subtle but important insights into their interplay. In addition, he will highlight a number of actionable suggestions to help managers make the most effective and efficient use of these “building blocks”. Professor Fader’s work has been published in a number of leading journals in marketing, statistics, and the management sciences. He has won many awards for his teaching and research accomplishments. $20 per member and $25 per guest for reservations made by Tuesday, October 21st. $25 per member and $30 per guest for late reservations. For reservations, please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail ([email protected]), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail [email protected] only for questions about events.

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OU T OF  C LU B E V E N T S New York Philharmonic: La Dolce Vita: The Music of Italian Cinema |

Walking Tour: The Historic Pubs and Taverns of Greenwich Village |

featuring Josh Groban, Renée Fleming and Joshua Bell

Saturday, October 11th 6:00 p.m. What better way to enjoy a fall evening than to embark on a pub crawl while learning something too?! This tour will take you through the history of Greenwich Village taverns, and will be coupled with beverages along the way. You’ll see some of the area’s most classic pubs and speakeasies -- all with historic associations. Stops include the haunts of Ernest Hemingway and Edna St. Vincent Millay, a speakeasy from the 1920’s once associated with founding father Thomas Paine, and the bar where Norman Mailer and RFK contemplated their political futures. The cost of drinks is not included, so please bring along cash and of course, your thirst for history and spirits.

Wednesday, September 17th. Dinner: 5:00 p.m. Show: 7:30 p.m.

Come join in on a celebration of the lush and iconic scores from some of Italy’s greatest films. Enjoy a preshow Italian-inspired meal in our Grill Room followed by a star-studded evening at the New York Philharmonic. Performances will be given by vocalist Josh Groban, violinist Joshua Bell, and soprano Renée Fleming, along with suites from Academy Award–winning films such as Federico Fellini’s 8½ and La Dolce Vita and Giuseppe Tornatore’s Cinema Paradiso. Visual artist Giuseppe Ragazzini has created a dazzling set design of animated graphics and film clips to accompany the Orchestra on this musical journey. M ❖ Prosciutto di Parma ❖ Pickled Yellow Tomatoes and Shaved Reggiano Parmesan ❖ Roast Loin of Milk-fed Veal ❖ Soft Wild Mushroom Polenta and Truffle Jus OR

❖ Red Snapper ‘a la plancha’ ❖ Purple Baby Artichoke, Cippolini Onion and Asparagus Fricassee, Vongole Saffron Broth ❖ Summer Berries with Amaretto Sabayonne and Pistachio Gelato $146.95 per person plus tax and service for Show and Four Course PrixFixe Dinner. All tickets are final sale. There will be a “club table” for single dinner reservations. For reservations, please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

Give the Gift of Touch

Massage Fusion Whether you are looking for a gentle, soothing experience or a deep, invigorating session, our therapists will incorporate a variety of massage techniques and pressure in order to address your specific needs. Aromatherapy Massage Your therapist will personalize and enhance your massage experience with your choice of an essential oil blend to relieve, relax, or re-energize your mind and body. Reflexology The soles of your feet are expertly massaged with gentle thumb pressure along reflex zones. This therapeutic treatment induces deep relaxation and helps restore a healthy balance to your body. Suite Retreat Enjoy a massage in the comfort of your guest room. Pick up a massage gift certificate in the Palestra Fitness Center today and give your loved one something they’ll love!

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The Penn Museum Presents: Treasures 2014 | Saturday, November 1st. 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The Penn Museum, Philadelphia, PA.

Take a trip to Philly, and gawk at some exquisite jewelry! The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology & Anthropology (Penn Museum) invites you to join them for their annual Treasures 2014. The event presents quality boutique, one of a kind, and vintage jewelry, as well as distinctive ethnic pieces and accessories from approximately 24 jewelers around the country. Treasures benefits educational and outreach programs of the Penn Museum, and will be held in the newly renovated Kintner/Dietrick Galleries and the Widener Lecture Hall. Lunch included.  $38 per person which includes Show and Sale, and a boxed lunch. To RSVP please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

SAVE THE DATE

Research has proven that massage is capable of alleviating the symptoms of stress and maintaining a better sense of well-being. Massage offerings at the Palestra include:

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$22 per person, drinks not included. To RSVP please email rsvp@ pennclubny.org or RSVP online.

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Entertainment

Walking Tour: Little Ireland, Little Italy, Chinatown Saturday November 15th.

Penn Club Membership Affirmation Ceremony September 8th, 16th and 24th. 12:00 p.m. October 6th, 14th, 22nd and 30th. 12:00 p.m.

Penn Club members in good standing are specially invited to participate in our membership affirmation ceremony. There will be a book signing and pinning ceremony. Please wear a jacket with a lapel to facilitate the pinning. Please RSVP online or by emailing [email protected].

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INTERCLUB

The Annual Inter-Club Halloween Ball |

(15 West 43rd Street)

Giving Birth in NYC Revealed | Thursday, October 2nd. 6:00 p.m. Wine Reception; 6:30 p.m. Panel Discussion. Are you pregnant or planning a pregnancy in the near future? Are you about to be a grandparent? As exciting as it is to be expecting a baby, it can be overwhelming to navigate the complex path to parenthood in New York City. Two experts in the field—Dr. George Mussalli, MD, and Jaqueline Worth, MD, from Village Obstetrics LLC—who have delivered and supervised the births of over 10,000 babies, will reveal their birth secrets and answer your burning questions. The doctors will be available after the presentation for an extended Q&A session. To submit an anonymous question in advance, email [email protected]. $10 per member and $25 per guest. To RSVP please email [email protected] or RSVP online.

Reciprocal Clubs

Friday, October 31st. 9:00 p.m-1:00 a.m. Join the Princeton Club and your other favorite Inter-clubs for some scary Halloween fun! Dance the night away to the music of a fabulous DJ. A buffet of hors d’oeuvres and an open bar of beer, wine, and soda will be served, as well as creepy specialty cocktails which can be purchased at the cash bar. And, don’t forget to dress up in the most creative costume possible—prizes will be awarded! $60 per person and $70 person after Friday, October 17th. Reservations become final sale on Friday, October 24th. To RSVP please e-mail [email protected] or RSVP online.

Penn Club Member Tours

How well do you know your Club? Whether you joined this month, this year, or 20 years ago, all members who have yet to tour the Clubhouse are encouraged to do so. What better way to be sure you’re maximizing your Penn Club experience than to be aware of all it has to offer! Plus, this is a great way to see the renovated guest rooms. Tours are available during business hours and may be scheduled by contacting [email protected].

Penn Club members have access to over 150 reciprocal clubs worldwide. Two such examples are the reciprocal clubs below.

The Athletic Club—Columbus, OH

The Genesee Valley Club—Rochester, NY

This five-star platinum club has remained an integral part of the Columbus community since its inception in 1912. Named on the National Register of Historic Places, the ACC is the premier Club in Columbus and has been visited by notable persons such as President George Bush, Senator John McCain, Katie Couric, and Chelsea Clinton. The Club devotes an impressive 40,000 square feet to its athletic facility which includes: cardiovascular and strength training equipment, an indoor pool, a jogging track, a whirlpool, and basketball, squash, and handball. After a workout members can relax in the spa comprised of two private massage rooms and a space for esthetics. And, the dining is exceptional. There are three restaurants located in the six-story building, the more casual Carmichael’s, the deli-style Buckeye Room, and the white tablecloth Grill Room. For reservations, call 614.221.3344

The idea for The Genesee Valley Club was conceived in 1885. Since then, it has stayed committed to providing its members an inviting and rewarding membership experience through its social, business and athletic activities. There are several options for dining—both casual and upscale—with the capability for private functions such as weddings. The Club’s athletic facility is second to none featuring an Olympic-sized swimming pool, an indoor tennis court, a double squash court, and a fitness center. Formerly a club for just men, membership is now available by invitation to both men and women of affability, good character and reputation who are deemed acceptable on their individual merits. For reservations, call 585.271.1010

For a Letter of Introduction to any of our reciprocal clubs, please contact Barbara Nevels at [email protected] or 212.403.6620.

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Connect with the Club Did you know that your homeaway-from-home in New York City has quite the social media presence? Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and FourSquare and show us some social media love! Broadcast your Ivy League pride, show your friends the fun you’re having at the Club, and stay in the loop with all that’s happening at Penn’s only alumni clubhouse. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ PennClub or text this to 332556: Fan pennclub Follow us on Twitter: @ThePennClub Follow our boards on Pinterest at www.pinterest. com/pennclub/ Follow us on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ thepennclub And check in on Foursquare on your next visit!

All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail ([email protected]), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail [email protected] only for questions about events.

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Join an Intra Club!

Intra Clubs (special interest groups within the club) are a way for you to get to know your fellow Penn Club members. To view the list of Intra Clubs, log on to the Members Only portion of our Web site at pennclub.org and click on “Bulletin Board”. For more information about joining or starting an Intra Club, please e-mail us ([email protected]).

Design and Build Intra Club |

Monday, Sept 8th, 6:30 p.m. Whether you are new to the design fields or an established professional, you will find the next meeting of the Design and Build Intra Club informative and enlightening. They will focus on job seekers in the design fields and presenting strategies to access areas of the market that will help designers find their ideal job. They will also explore strategies for established professionals to expand their influence and advance their careers. Join them in these discussions that will demonstrate ways to establish yourself and achieve progress in your career. The mission of the Design and Build Intra Club is to bring together professionals from a wide range of fields including architecture and the allied design fields, as well as engineering, construction, and development, in order to learn from each other and take advantage of the resulting synergies. For more information, please contact Randall Knox ([email protected]).

For reservations: e-mail [email protected], fax 212.403.6621, or RSVP online.

All Intra Club reservations can be made at rsvp@ pennclubny.org.

20 Year Employees

Bulls & Bears and Hedge Fund Investment Intra Clubs |

Cecile McCalla

Back in July, we threw an employee recognition party in honor of the hard work that our employees dedicate to the Club every day. Seeing that some of our employees have been with us for 20 years—since the Club opened back in 1994—we wanted to give a special shout out and thank you to them in this month’s Seen & Heard.

Wesson Anderson

Chris Ng

Markus Sponring

Alex Torres, Susan Marx, and Mark Jezierski

Tuesday, Sept 16th, 6:15 p.m. The Bulls and Bears and the Hedge Fund Intra Clubs are joining forces! Those interested in the capital markets, stock and bond investment on a global basis, or hedge funds are invited to join. Please contact William Shieh (willshieh@ gmail.com) or Dorothy C. Nickelson, C’02, ([email protected]) to learn more.

Penn Women in Business Intra Club | Monday, Sept 22nd, 6:15 p.m. PWIB’s goal is to assist women in meeting their professional goals whether it be through exploring business issues, using problem-solving techniques, or making introductions. Please contact Intra Club Captain Dorothy C. Nickelson, C’02, ([email protected]) to learn more.

NEW! Family Wealth Management Intra Club |

Monday, Sept 29th, 6:15 p.m. The Family Wealth Management Intra-Club is a forum for collaborating professionals who work with both individuals and families on their personal finance and wealth management issues. Our objective is to share our knowledge with each other so that each member can become a more informed and a more effective professional. Currently inviting Specialties: Individual Tax CPA, T&E, Law, Divorce Law, Employment law, Family Law, Outplacement Firm, Life Insurance (life, Disability, Long-term care), P&C Insurance–Personal (Auto, Home, Umbrella, Health), Pension Consultant, Mortgage specialist, Private Banker, Real-estate. Our inaugural meeting is scheduled for Monday, Sept 29th, at 6:15p.m. Please contact Dushyant Pandit (dpandit@ dorchesteradvisors.com) for more details.

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

James Eggers

Affiliation: Graduate School of Education, 2014 Penn Club Member Since: 2013 Lives in: Voorhees, New Jersey

What’s the last thing you saw on Broadway? American Idiot, my

Hobbies: Working out, martial arts, travel, scuba diving, and pottery. In one sentence, what do you do all in your job? As the CEO of Foster

How has being a Penn Club member benefitted your life, professionally?

girlfriend was in the show!

What’s hanging above your sofa? An American flag.

Skills (a non-profit dedicated to empowering youth in foster care) and a member of Teach for America, I work with youth in underprivileged communities Do you have a special talent? If work ethic can be considered a special talent, then yes. Where do you like to vacation? Key West Florida, I’ve been going there since I was a little kid. Why did you join The Penn Club? I joined The Penn Club to strengthen my ties to the University and to my classmates. What do you often do at the Penn Club? I make fun of my older brother who is across the street at the Harvard Club. What’s your drink? Old Fashioned with water and Maker’s Mark. Why did you choose to attend Penn? Penn has one of the top Education programs in the country, and it was a short walk away from the school that I was placed at for Teach for America. What book are you currently reading? Way of the Seal by Mark Divine.

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Networking

Learning

Healthy

Entertainment

As my time with TFA comes to a close, I have been preparing to move to Brazil on a Fulbright Scholarship. I have been able to chat with a few folks who have worked in Brazil or who have been awarded a Fulbright. Their insights have been invaluable. How has being a Penn Club member benefitted your life, personally? The Penn Club is a great place to meet your friends before going out for the night. The Club’s accommodations have made traveling to NYC infinitely more enjoyable. Do you have any advice for new Penn Club members on how to best utilize the Club? Don’t hesitate to reach out to fellow members!

Everyone is here for similar reasons and you should take advantage of all that your membership has to offer. What’s Next? I will be working in Switzerland this summer before heading to Brazil on a Fulbright Scholarship. When I return from Brazil, I am looking into joining the military, applying for admission to Penn’s Lauder Program, or pursuing a career in International Sales/Business. To audition for Member Spotlight, please e-mail [email protected].

Drinks

Dining

Snacks

Dining Events

NEW!

The Main Dining Room Introduces a Wednesday Lunch Buffet, and a Friday Dinner Buffet.

Lobster Fest | Thursday, September 18th. Seating times from 6:00–8:00 p.m. We welcome you to close out the summer with one last blast of seafood! At this year’s Lobster Fest you’ll dine on a luxurious buffet with lobster playing the starring role. M T I: ❖ Creamy Lobster Bisque ❖ Lobster Sliders ❖ Late Summer Greens with Lobster ❖ Steamed Whole Maine Lobster ❖ Fresh Corn ❖ Heirloom Tomato Salad ❖ Glazed Donut Bread pudding with Vanilla Gelato and Spiced Rum Sauce $72 per person, plus tax and service charge. For reservations, please call Tony Kontos at 212.403.6628 or e-mail tkontos@ pennclubny.org. Please note there is a 48-hour cancellation policy. Reserve your preferred seating time between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Member must be present to sign for dinner.

Grill

ROOM

The Grill Room is an ideal place for a small gathering of friends and/or coworkers. Dinner parties of up to 10 guests can be accommodated. Call us ahead of time and we can set up a spot for all to enjoy! Contact: Bonnie Baker at The Grill Room, 212.403.6631. GRILL ROOM RESERVATION POLICY Lunch Reservations: ❯ Recommended for parties of 5 or more Dinner Reservations: ❯ Recommended for all parties Last reservation for formal dining at 9:00 p.m. Kitchen open until 10:00 p.m.

SAVE THE DATE

Beer Fest

Thursday, October 16th. Get in the Oktoberfest spirit with Beer Fest—the Main Dining Room’s beer-paired dinner. Menu and other details to come in the next issue of HapPENNings.

Weekly Grill Room Specials!

WINE & DINE WEDNESDAYS There’s nothing quite like a great bottle of wine with dinner. So bring your friends, family and/or co-workers to the Grill Room on Wednesday evenings and choose from a selection of featured wines by the bottle for just $32! Available with the purchase of any entree.

THIRSTY THURSDAYS Thursday is the new Friday and the Grill Room knows it! Stop by every Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for a Total Thirst quenching three hours of $2 Yuengling drafts. Not a beer drinker? Treat yourself to a "smart" cocktail from our list for only $7 all night starting at 4:00 p.m. Remember the Grill Bar is open until 11:00 p.m. so that means A LOT of Happy Hours.

ROOM

Come down and check out new dishes such as:

MARTINI MONDAYS

Monday-Friday: Breakfast 7–10 AM Breakfast service will be in the Grill Room Lunch 12 noon–2:30 PM

Grill

UPDATED GRILL ROOM MENU

The Organic Chicken Burger Salad and Sea Bass Tacos  

Start your week in style with a “Classy” Martini from the Grill Room cocktail list for just $8! Available Every Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (Dinner hours)

ROOM

Please call 212.403.6628 for all Main Dining Room reservations.

The Main Dining Room re-opens on September 8th. Call Tony Kontos at 212.403.6628 to make your dining reservation.

 

Main Dining

HORMONE AND ANTIBIOTICFREE CHICKEN

Monday-Friday: Lunch 12–3 PM Casual Fare 3–5:30 PM Dinner 5:30–10 PM Bar 12 noon–11 PM Saturday: Continental Breakfast 7–11 AM Lunch 12 noon–7 PM Sunday: Continental Breakfast 7–11 AM

Benjamin Franklin

ROOM

Monday-Friday: Complimentary Coffee & Tea 10–11 AM Kite & Key Bar 4–10:30 PM Library open daily 24 hours Come on down to the Grill Room and enjoy its nighttime transformation. Candlelight flickers and upscale delicacies are now featured on our dinner menu.

GLUTENFREE OPTIONS Gluten-free bread and gluten-free pasta options are now available all day in The Grill Room. Come by to try it out and let us know how you like it!

DID YOU KNOW? The Penn Club hamburger now uses dry-aged beef for the beef patty. If you haven’t had one of these hamburgers, it’s time to order one when you are next at Club for lunch.

We may have jazzed up the menu and ambiance on weeknights, but don’t worry—your favorites are safe! Now you can enjoy everything from a five-star filet mignon to a classic Philadelphia cheesesteak during dinner hours in the Grill Room at your homeaway-from-home in New York.

All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail ([email protected]), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail [email protected] only for questions about events.

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Palestra FITNESS CENTER

Did You Know? Every month HapPENNings features a different Penn Club House Rule!

Mon–Fri 6:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Sat–Sun 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Holidays: 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Lobster Fest Entrepreneur Panel Networking and Cocktails

Your comments are important to us! For comments & suggestions regarding furnishings, property, grounds, repairs & maintenance, house rules, dress code, and rules of conduct, contact the House Committee at: [email protected] For comments & suggestions regarding membership growth, contact the Membership Committee at: membershipcommittee@ pennclubny.org For comments & suggestions regarding member events and activities, contact the Program Committee at: [email protected] For comments & suggestions regarding activities for young alumni (age 21–34), contact the Young Alumni Committee at: [email protected] To contact the Club with questions or room reservations, please call 212.764.3550.

To join, contact Jane Scott: 212.403.6626, [email protected], or come by the Palestra to start your fitness routine today.

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Specialty Small Group Training: Tai Chi with David Kaplan Mondays, September 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th at 6:30 p.m. David Kaplan is back at the Palestra for another special Tai Chi series. The series will be held on four consecutive Mondays in September. Tai Chi is an exercise comprised of strength and meditation that incorporates dynamic posture, stretching, and movement. The practice is known to increase lung capacity, mental clarity, muscle strength, flexibility, balance, aerobic conditioning and your overall health. $80 for all 4 classes for Palestra members; $88 for the entire series for non-Palestra members; $25 per individual class/walk ins. Reserve in advance as space is limited. For more information and reservations please contact the Palestra at [email protected] or 212.403.6626. Penn Club President Susan Marx

General Manager Mark Jezierski

Members are considered to be members in good standing and consequently eligible to use all Club facilities if: • required non-refundable entrance fees are paid their dues are current • house charges are paid within thirty (30) days following the end of the month in which those charges were incurred Any member who does not meet these requirements will be subject to restriction and possible revocation of the privileges associated with general membership without any refund, as determined by the Board of Directors. Know someone who could benefit from membership? E-mail membership@ pennclubny.org to refer a new member.

Starbucks Coffee is now available in The Penn Club’s guest rooms.

Editor Elyse Cromer

All programs require written reservations. Please mail, fax (212.403.6621), e-mail ([email protected]), or register on the Web site (www.pennclub.org) to reserve. E-mail [email protected] only for questions about events.