From left, students Norman Billip, William Swenson, James Highsmith, and Blake Cash pose for the camera.

On the right, loyal receptionist Julie Halpin is all smiles.

On the left, senior Jason Kaye listens intently.

On left, Shahan Hart’s display focuses on some fashion design basics, while Josh Farrell Starbuck’s table to the right displays the photography of Guatemalan children.

Alumni and students are all ears for Dean Priscilla Clarkson.

From left, alums Hayley Mermelstein, Justin Gallant, and John Hersey are deep in thought.

Members of Shahan Hart’s fashion entourage.

One of Shahan’s younger models enjoys some refreshments.

Behind the scenes, Shahan’s helpers are all smiles.

Two members of Shahan’s team sport goddess-inspired dresses.

BDIC Coordinator Linda Roney shares some words of wisdom.

John Hersey and Justin Gallant are part of a rapt audience.

To Linda’s right, Department Director Jose Ornelas and Career Services Representative Caroline Gould take in the scene.

The alumni received roses as thank you gifts from Linda.

From left, Dean Clarkson, Lindsay Tetlow, and Dean Clarkson listen closely.

Listeners laugh at jokes made by speaker Jose Ornelas.

John Hersey, a 2005 graduate with a concentration in Sustainable Urban Planning, approaching the mic.

John spoke about his current pursuit of a Graduate Degree, and how his experience with BDIC has helped.

Justin Gallant, a 2003 graduate with a concentration in Entrepreneurship, spoke of his non-traditional approach to finishing his degree.

Justin, who now owns a successful chain of pizza restaurants in Rhode Island, was persuaded to finish his last few credits when a friend at a party reminded him that all of his other credits would expire within a few months.

Hayley Mermelstein, a 1991 grad with a concentration in Health and Healing: A Cross-Cultural Approach.

Hayley reminded the audience to keep open minds and flexibility after graduating from the BDIC program.

A captive audience enjoys punch from Atkin’s Farm.

Two of Shahan’s lovely models smile for the camera.

2003 grad, Lyndsay Tetlow talks about her concentration in Exploring the Connection Between Creative and Expository Writing.

Lyndsay educated the audience about the unique aspects of a career in writing.

Ms. Tetlow also spoke of how her concentration has contributed to her interest in photography.

2007 grad Marta MacRostie talked about how BDIC was the perfect way to pursue a concentration in Puppetry.

She made the audience laugh with her stories about her childhood, and how surprised her parents were when she decided to go to college.

1978 graduate Nancy O’Hare spoke fondly of her concentration in Exercise Physiology.

She went on to describe a diverse career path, and encouraged the audience to do what they love, and to follow their interests.