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Homecoming & Reunion Weekend

50th Class Reunion


 

 

Class of 1976


Congratulations to the Westminster College Class of 1976 – celebrating 50 years since graduation. We are looking forward to celebrating you and your classmates during Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, October 2 and 3. Please take a look at what’s in store for your 50th Reunion celebration!

 Register for an Event

 Full Homecoming Weekend Schedule

 Accommodation Options

 Give in Honor of your Reunion

Hotel Blocks/Info:

Hampton Inn & Suites, New Castle 724-656-0000; Dial 0 and use code WCR. Book by 9/4. $175 – king; $179 – two queens.

Quality Inn, New Castle, New Castle 724-656-0000.Book by 9/2. $105 – king or two queens.

Wingate, Grove City 724-748-1005.Book by 9/2. $240 – king or two queens.

 

Events


Friday, October 2

11:40 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Open Seating Academic Courses

Relive your college courses or try some new ones, by signing up to sit in one, two or three current classes, alongside our current students. Course offerings will vary based on available seats, but those who opt to take part will select their course(s) of choice in September. Options will include business, arts, science, history and more.

Various buildings on campus
2:00 p.m.

Class of 1976 Nursing Simulation Lab Tour

Hosted by Dave Clelland and led by the department of Nursing staff, plan to attend this special behind the scenes look at one of campus’s newest interactive learning spaces. Discover how the lab is used to train future medical professionals and learn more about the College’s Nursing program and partnership with UPMC Jameson. RSVP is requested.

Hoyt Science Building, Rooms 256 & 258
4:00 p.m.

Alumni Choir Rehersal

Wallace Memorial Chapel
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

50th Reunion Casual Gathering

Members of the Class of 1976 can gather for heavy appetizers and a cash bar at Edward’s Restaurant. Registration is required.

Edward's Restaurant, New Castle

 

Saturday, October 3

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Continental Breakfast with President Kathy Richardson

Members of the 50th reunion class are invited to a special pre-chapel service gathering to hear from President Richardson. Guests can also peruse the library’s historical photo display!

McGill Library
8:45 p.m.

Alumni Choir Rehersal

Wallace Memorial Chapel
9:30 a.m.

Homecoming Worship Service

Hosted by the 50th reunion class of 1976, but open to all alumni. Selections performed by an alumni choir will also take place at the service, under the direction of John Paul Johnson ‘76.

Wallace Memorial Chapel
9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Ferguson Open House

Take a trip down memory lane on a visit to Ferguson Hall. Reconnect with women from your chapter and be greeted by Panhellenic Council. Guests can grab a coffee or donut and visit the tables set-up for each chapter in the lobby. An area will also be available for Delta Zeta. Contacts: Rebecca Whitman whitrm52@westminster.edu

Ferguson Residence Hall
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Campus Walking Tour

Enjoy a walking tour of campus with a special feature of the Hoyt Science Building. Explore the new Harms Center for the Environment, High Fidelity Sim Lab, and Maurer Atrium.

Meet outside the Campus Store in the Tub
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Creekside along the new Hoyt entrance
12:00 p.m.

Reunion Photo

Intramural Gym at Memorial Field House
1:00 p.m.

Titan Football Game vs. Case Western

Game tickets are cash-only.

Burry Stadium
5:30 p.m. Appetizers; 6:00 p.m. Dinner

50th Reunion Class of 1976 Official Reunion Dinner

Come celebrate your official 50th reunion! In addition to dinner, the evening will feature access to a cash-bar, remarks from President Kathy Richardson and your class’s official gift presentation.

Terrace Room at the New Englander, New Castle

 

Argo



More Information


Reunion Planning Committee Members

  • Beth (Brown) Merry
  • Dave Clelland
  • Robert Crall
  • Roberta Laird
  • Linda (Martin) Stolz
  • Charlie (Merwarth) Savot
  • Rich Mills
  • John (Paul) Johnson
  • Kristen Reibling

Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement:

724-946-7364 | alumni@westminster.edu