Members of the class of 1959, the first graduating class at Einstein, share memories from their days at the College of Medicine and the impact Einstein has had on their lives. Rare archival material and personal interviews bring to life Einstein’s history and founding mission: to establish a distinctive institution - one open to all, with a commitment to patients, community, and the highest standards of excellence. Recent alumni and current faculty discuss Einstein’s continued dedication to collaborative and humanistic medicine and the pursuit of excellence.