Charles Saumarez Smith speaker at the annual reunion 2008

The RASA annual reunion on December 4th 08 was very enjoyayable. This year members and their guests were fortunate to listen to Charles Saumarez Smith, the Secretary and Chief Executive of the Royal Academy. I do not think that it was an exaggeration to say that you could have heard a pin drop once he began his talk. Charles is an interesting and accomplished speaker; he has a great knowledge of the history of the Royal Academy and related present day issues. He spoke about a higher profile for the Schools which will be reflected in exciting, architecural developments taking place within the Royal Academy and the importance of a thriving alumni association.