Alumni
Reunion Celebration, which will be held April 20-22, will reunite
alumni for class reunions and showcase the Winthrop campus through
walking or trolley tours.
The classes from 1932 through 1977, particularly those classes whose
years end in a 2 or a 7, look forward to meeting this year. Many of
the classes celebrate their reunion parties on campus, in the homes
of local alumni and at local restaurants and clubs.
The weekend events also will feature a luncheon Saturday in McBryde
Hall. One of the highlights of
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this
event will be the recognition of
notable alumni for their outstanding professional and community
endeavors.
“We
love to welcome our alumni on campus. Being back often prompts fond memories of
their college years and connects them with alumnae they haven't seen
in some time,” said Debbie Garrick, executive director of
alumni relations.
Alumni
Reunion Celebration 2007 will offer plenty of reminders about
Winthrop over the decades. The old blue uniforms, rat caps and other
memorabilia from when Winthrop was an all-female college will be on
display.
There will be trolley tours Friday and Saturday, starting at
McLaurin Hall. Tour guides will point out how much has changed, such
as construction on the new Lois Rhame West Health, Physical
Education and Wellness Center on the west side of the campus, and
the new Owens Hall. There also will be a chance to see student dance
exhibitions and student
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As this year's
Golden Girls, members of the class of '57 will
celebrate their
50th class reunion. |
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