Beloit Plan Revisited Added to the Schedule
Professor Ed Wilde and members of the class of ’68 – the Beloit Plan Guinea Pigs – will be hosting an open discussion on the development and impact of one of the most influential and forward-thinking eras of Beloit College’s history. All Beloit Plan alumni are invited to join the discussion with your own memories and reflections, but the entire campus is invited to join them under the tents on Pearsons lawn on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 3-4 p.m.
Reunion Directory Questionnaires due Sept. 12
Alumni celebrating their 50th, 55th, 60th, 65th, or 70th reunions who wish to be included in their reunion directory booklet need to submit their questionnaire form to the Office of Alumni Affairs by September 12. If you would like an additional form, a printable pdf is available online and a second form will be included in the final reunion mailing. Reunion directories have been discontinued for the 5th-45th reunions; please use My Beloit to reconnect with your classmates and share personal news.
Bill Behling Memorial Fun Run/Walk
Bill made a king-sized impact on countless Beloiters during his time as director of Dining Services. To honor his memory, the College is establishing a prize in his name. The Bill Behling Prize will recognize other outstanding college staff members who enhance our students' Beloit experience. All proceeds from the event will benefit the prize fund. The run/walk begins at Strong Stadium, Saturday, Sept. 27 at 8:30 a.m.; Registration opens at 8 a.m. The walk will be approx. 2 miles through the scenic Beloit College neighborhood. The cost of entry is $10; all participants who pre-register will receive a t-shirt. For more information contact Audra Cooke, 608-363-2301. Register today!
Beloit swag!
During recent inventory checks, we've found many Beloit items from the past, most printed with class years. They include t-shirts, paper weights, tins, mugs, decals, and more. We'd rather these items find homes with Beloiters than stay in storage. Stop in the Alumni Hospitality Center during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend and help yourself to our Beloit swag while it lasts!
Little Bucs Workshop
In addition to Saturday evening childcare, we are now offering a Little Bucs Workshop on Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for children 12 years old and under. College staff and students will lead craft projects and games. To sign-up contact the Alumni Office.
The Usual Suspects to play 30th Cluster Reunion
The 30th Cluster Reunion planning group invites all members of the classes of '77, '78, and '79 to return to campus for a rockin' good time with The Usual Suspects. The Usual Suspects will go on at 8 p.m., after the 30th Cluster Reunion dinner on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2008. The Reunion and dance will take place in the main dining room of Pearsons Hall. The Suspects cover old school rock and rhythm and blues tunes that make people want to get up and dance. The Usual Suspects sound features three dynamic singers, a rock solid rhythm section and a powerful four piece horn section!
50th Reunion Golf Outing
Members and friends of the class of 1958 are invited to participate in a round of golf on Friday, Sept. 26 at the Country Club of Beloit.
There will be a Shotgun
tee off at
11 a.m. The cost of playing is $52.75 per person. This includes 18-holes and a cart. The Country Club has a dress code policy: collared shirts, no denim jeans. If you would like to participate, contact Jen Scott'01.
Sign-up for the Alumni Networking Fair
The Office of Field and Career Services is looking for alumni to participate in the annual Alumni Networking Fair. FACS invites you to come back to campus and share your wisdom and experience with current students. Join the fair on Friday, Sept. 26, 2-4 p.m., to talk about your work and continuing education experiences, get to know the next group of Beloiters who will soon be joining the workforce, and provide advice on how they can make the most out of their Beloit education! Contact FACS at facs@beloit.edu or (608) 363-2673 to participate.
Child Care Center Sign-up
College staff and student volunteers will be on-hand to ensure your child is entertained and cared for Saturday, Sept. 27 from 6-10 p.m. while you attend your reunion celebration. To sign-up contact the Alumni Office.
Gallery ABBA Seeking Alumni Artists
Gallery ABBA is accepting all varieties of art for the fourth annual alumni art exhibit: Regenerations. All alumni artists are encouraged to participate. For this year’s exhibition, we are looking for paintings, drawings, sculpture, collage, ceramics, photography, music, textiles, and video or new media. If you’re interested in participating, contact Anna Lee Williams’08, managing director, at Gallery ABBA (231-408-2274). The submission deadline is August 29.
The Myers Institute for the Art of Business and Business of Art (ABBA) is an art gallery dedicated to educating students about the intricate challenges, fears, and satisfactions of working and willing a start-up business to success. To learn more about this innovative program, visit them online at www.galleryabba.com.
Turtle Creek Bookstore to have Extended Hours
The Turtle Creek Bookstore will be fully stocked with new Beloit College apparel and gear. Be sure to stop by and visit during the weekend. A display of selected items will be located at registration and check-in throughout the weekend.
Weekend Hours: Friday, Sept. 26, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Reunion Giving: Every Dollar and Every Donor Counts
Reunion classmates are encouraged to honor their reunion year by surpassing their ordinary annual levels of support in order to make a special gift that is above and beyond what they would normally give. You can make an online gift or go to Ways To Give for more options.
Now Offering a Reunion Shuttle
A small campus van will be looping from the reunion hotels to campus throughout the weekend. The shuttle will be available Friday, 10 a.m.-midnight,
Saturday, 8 a.m.-midnight, and
Sunday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The shuttle will also make stops at the Van Galder bus stop by appointment. If you wish to be picked up at the bus stop, please contact us with your arrival time and hotel destination prior to your arrival.
Please note: Because space in the shuttle is limited to 5-6 seats, we still recommend making prior arrangements if possible. Your reunion group in My Beloit is a perfect place to solicit car-sharing volunteers. A message board will also be available in Registration and Check-In to facilitate connections.
Online Registration is Available
The official Registration form is now available. By registering online, your name(s) will automatically be listed on the Who's Coming list. Also, in the form is a spot for you to insert the email addresses of up to five classmates to send them a notice that you've registered to attend Homecoming/Reunion Weekend 2008. Paper registrations will be mailed to all reunion alumni in May.
Elizabeth Kaatz Mooney'48 to Give Lecture on Human Sexuality as Part of Saturday Learning Series
We are happy to announce distinguished alumna, Betty Kaatz Mooney'48 will present From Kinsey to Kaatzi, a lecture about her work in the field of Human Sexuality. Her talk will encompass important research findings that have been made in the last 50 years, including her own research results, as well as her views on the important role of human sexuality education in this era of infertility problems. Click here to learn more about the lectures being presented during the Saturday Learning Series.
Alumni to be Recognized at Alumni Assembly
The Distinguished Service Citation is awarded to alumni on the basis of overall achievements, personal growth in career, and outstanding civic, cultural, and professional/business service in such ways as to reflect credit on Beloit College. They are chosen by the Alumni Association Board of Directors and presented on campus during Homecoming/Reunion Weekend each fall at the Alumni Assembly. We are pleased to announce the 2008 award recipients will be:
Young Alumni Award |
Andrew Boryczka'98 |
25th Reunion |
Thomas J. O’Neill’83 |
40th Reunion |
J. Edson Way'68 |
50th Reunion |
Kenneth J. Beeby’58 |
At Large Award |
Albert R. Hough’42 and
Lois Malone Hough’42 |
My Beloit Reunion Groups
Your class or reunion group in our exclusive online network, My Beloit inCircle Community, is the perfect place to reconnect with your classmates before Homecoming & Reunion Weekend. Group message boards are an ideal place to look for ride-sharing opportunities, coordinate arrivals, or organize a class event for the weekend. To join My Beloit go to http://beloit.affinitycircles.com and register using your full name and your
7-digit Beloit College ID number (located on Beloit
College Magazine address labels). To have your registration credentials sent to you, send an email to
incircle@beloit.edu with your name and class year.
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2008
Mark your calendars for September 26-28, 2008! All alumni are welcome to return to campus to enjoy the weekend festivities; the following classes are celebrating a reunion:
