On October 17, 2009, the department hosted an alumni reception held in conjunction with the recent 2009 annual meeting of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Many alumni and friends attended, enjoying conversations regarding memories of their days in the department and since. Photos taken during this celebration can be viewed here.

The department’s fall picnic took place on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at a recreation and shelter site named East Overlook, part of the Coralville Lake area. This annual event is planned for every member of the Department of Anesthesia and their families, and this year we also invited all of our alumni. If laughing, eating good food, enjoying an ice cream sundae bar, benefiting from opportunities for exercise and casual conversation are indicators of a successful picnic, we ranked on top again this year! The weather was pleasant, and those who attended commented on how much they enjoyed themselves. Several alumni requested that we consider planning the picnic for the Sunday of UI’s homecoming weekend every year. Consider it done! Mark your calendars now to reserve Sunday, October 10, 2009 as the next annual fall picnic. View some of the photographs taken during the 2008 picnic click here.