Katie Curic Special Guest at CURE Annual Dinner

CURE, Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy, was thrilled to be celebrating unprecedented media exposure recently. On Friday, April 16, 2010, they had their annual dinner in Chicago with special guest Katie Couric. This renowned journalist from CBS Evening News and 60 Minutes brought important media attention to this incredibly worthy cause.

Certainly, CURE President Susan Axelrod and Board Members including Jeanne H. Donalty, Thomas F. Hynes, Connie Milstein and others enjoyed sharing in this exciting night.

Connie Milstein International Council Member of Belfer Center

The Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, where Connie Milstein was, until recently, an International Council Member, has a dual mission.

1. At the intersection of science, technology and environmental policy the Belfer Center provides leadership in international policy-relevant knowledge which is of critical concern to international security.

2. Prepare for the future by educating the next generation of leaders in these crucial issues.

Researchers at the Kennedy School of Government’s Belfer Center not only conduct their research but also develop policy which is new and innovative. The fellows and faculty of the Center develop their prescriptions for policy reform from their analysis of global challenges such as nuclear proliferation to terrorism to climate change and energy usage policy.

NSO Board Member Connie Milstein

Connie Milstein serves on the Board of Advisors of the National Symphony Orchestra.

The NSO was created in 1931 and performs today at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C.

Due to its proximity to affairs of national interest the NSO frequently participates in events which have both national as well as international importance. These performances can include performing for ceremonial state affairs, presidential inaugurations and other official holiday celebrations.

There are exactly 100 musicians in the NSO, and during their 52-week season they perform in about 175 concerts per year. In addition to their concerts which vary from classical subscription series to pop concerts, they are also engaged in extensive educational programming. Reaching out to young people from pre-school to high school, small groups of NSO members develop educational programs which collectively present up to 100 additional performances a year.

It is an honor and a privilege for Connie Milstein to be on the Board of Advisors of such an important, active and exciting endeavor as the National Symphony Orchestra.