To celebrate our Landmark 50th Reunion, we are planning a weekend of celebration, June 5-8, 2008, during the University’s annual Alumni Weekend. The weekend promises four days of parties, tours, lectures, and exhibitions, as well as special recognition for our class in Rockefeller Chapel. We hope you’ll be able to join us! We’ll be part of more than 3,500 alumni and friends who are returning to campus to resurrect memories and reconnect to the University. Mark your calendars, confirm your travel arrangements, and register now. See who else is planning to attend.
Get ready for the festivities:
- Class of 1958 Reunion Celebration
Friday, June 6
6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Cocktails at the Ratner Athletics Center,
East 56th Street and Ellis Avenue
7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Dinner at the Smart Museum of Art,
5550 South Greenwood
Celebrate in style at our class reunion dinner. We’ll start the evening with cocktails at the Ratner Center as guests of the Alumni Emeriti (friends who graduated before us). Then we’ll walk over to the Smart Museum of Art for our private class dinner. The cost of the evening ($60 per person in advance; $70 at the door) covers dinner and drinks. Shuttle service will be provided from campus and reunion hotels. Parking is also available at the parking structure across the street.
- Campus Tour
Friday, June 6
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Tour starts at Alumni HouseWe are organizing a special tour of campus designed for us and the Alumni Emeriti. Join us on a guided drive around campus and learn more about new and upcoming changes to our campus landscape.
- Alumni Procession and Convocation
Saturday, June 7
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
After breakfast at Bartlett Dining Commons, we’ll march with our banner through the Quads to Rockefeller Chapel for the Alumni Convocation. Mildred Dresselhaus, PhD’59, a world-renowned scientist, will speak. Our class will have a special part of the ceremony when we are inducted into the Alumni Emeriti.
- Picnic and Reunion Class Awards
Saturday, June 7
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Ratner Athletics Center
Remember the size of the Ida Noyes pool? Come check out the new athletics facility and revel in Chicago spirit at our family-friendly picnic. We’ll celebrate the achievements of the College Reunion classes. Look for the tables reserved for our class at this festive lunch with alumni from across the University.
- ChicaGO Party
Saturday, June 7
7:00 p.m.-midnight
Ratner Athletics Center
This annual gala features a variety of dinner options, drinks, and live music. Those attending the Interfraternity Sing or having dinner elsewhere can come after 9:30 p.m. at a reduced price for dessert, drinks, and dancing until midnight.
Encourage participation:
- Get in touch with friends, and make sure they’re coming back as well. If you’ve lost contact with someone, check out the online directory and send e-cards to boost attendance.
Stay connected:
- Send in your news to our class correspondent. Watch the class column for updates on reunion throughout the year.
- The University doesn’t have contact information for a few of our classmates, and we need your help to find them. We want to make sure everyone knows about the reunion.