Viggo Mortensen '80 Appearance
February 28-March 1, 2003
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Installation - Viggo arrived on Thursday, February 27, to participate in the installation of his photography exhibit SignLanguage. He worked with several student Gallery assistants and Director of the Brush Art Gallery Cathy Tedford.
Opening Reception - Over 300 people attended SignLanguage's opening reception on Friday, February 28. President Daniel F. Sullivan and Ann H. Sullivan (second photo from left) were among the guests. Professor of Government Sandy Hinchman (middle photo) offered introductory remarks, remembering Viggo from her classes and as a student resident at her home. Viggo stayed for two hours, mingling with guests.
Interview - Taking a break from the installation, Viggo agreed to conversations with Hill News editor-at-large Jackie Roy'04 and Associate Director of University Communications Macreena Doyle. They hiked down to the Little River for the interview, Viggo noting that some of his best St. Lawrence memories are of times he walked and hiked the campus landscape.
Poetry Reading - 500 guests attended a 45-minute poetry reading, at which Viggo offered poems that have been published and a poem he recently wrote.
Book Signing - Fans of all ages lined up for a four-hour book signing on Saturday, March 1.