Class of 1963 Golden Reunion
Friday & Saturday, May 17-18, 2013




The Baldwin Wallace Class of 1963 will celebrate its 50th class reunion during this year's Alumni Celebration!

Arrive on Friday for a welcome reception, live music, class dinner, wine and cheese reception, and the chance to view the stars through the telescope in the Burrell Observatory (weather permitting).  On Saturday, participate in a day full of activities, culminating in a Gala Dinner in Strosacker Hall.

BW is proud to celebrate our Yellow Jackets for Life!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY - May 17

 

Welcome Reception & Dinner

5:00 p.m.

Durst Welcome Center &
Strosacker Hall

120 E. Grand Street


Class of '63: Complimentary
Guests: $15


Early arrivals will gather for a reception in BW’s newest building, the Durst Welcome Center, followed by dinner with classmates, students and BW President Bob Helmer in Strosacker Hall.

Wine and Cheese Social

7:30 p.m.

Ernsthausen Hall

171 E. Center Street


Guests: Complimentary

Reminisce about your days at BW and catch up on the last 50 years in a relaxed atmosphere. 

Burrell Observatory

Approx. 9:00 p.m. immediately following the wine & cheese social, until 11:00 p.m.

42 E. Fifth Street


Guests: Complimentary

Enjoy views of the night sky guided by Burrell Observatory director Gary Kader ’94 (weather permitting).

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
SATURDAY - May 18

 

Continental Breakfast

8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Strosacker Hall

120 E. Grand Street

Guests: Complimentary

Join alumni, friends and President Bob Helmer for a casual continental breakfast.  At 8:30 a.m., take part in a 1-mile easy fitness walk around campus led by Mary Stein '98, or attend a Zumba for Beginners class led by Julie Radon '05 at the Lou Higgins Center.

Morning Activities

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Strosacker Hall
120 E. Grand Street

Guests: Complimentary

The morning offers several learning opportunities including a student research exhibition, an estate planning conversation with BW staff, and a hands-on tour of the WBWC studios, which celebrate their 55th anniversary this year.

Celebration Luncheon

11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Strosacker Hall

120 E. Grand Street


Class of '63: Complimentary
Alumni & Friends: $16
Golden Cluster: $10

Congratulate the recipients of the 2013 Alumni Merit and Family Heritage Awards and hear a University update fro President Bob Helmer.  The 2013 honorees are as follows:

Alumni Merit Award: Randell McShepard ’86, Tom Shipley ’63, Laurel Yonovitz Stauber ’78, Isobel Wayrick ’58, Matt Underwood ’90

Family Heritage Award: The Ansel, Baur, Carpenter, Jones Family

Campus Tours

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - ROUND 1

3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. - ROUND 2
Departing from Strosacker Hall, Registration Area
120 E. Grand Street

Guests: Complimentary

Tour recently completed updates and in-process renovations on campus.  The first round of tours begins at 2:00 p.m. with both tour options repeating at 3:15 p.m.

  • North Campus Tour - including the renovated science facilities, neuroscience labs, North Quad, and the Center for Innovation & Growth
  • South Campus Tour - including the renovated and expanded Conservatory of Music, in-process renovations of the freshman area residence halls, and the renovated Marting Hall cupola and staircase

Fun, Games & Music

2:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Sandstone III & Cyber Cafe

Lower Level, Strosacker Hall
120 E. Grand Street

Guests: Complimentary

Relax by enjoying live music by Conservatory students and alumni, browse the Bookstore or take a breather at the Cyber Cafe.  Hot and cold beverages and snacks will be available.

A lively round of "BWINGO" (BINGO with a BW twist) will take place in Sandstone III from 3:15-4:15 p.m.

Class Photo & Gala Dinner

6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Strosacker Hall

120 E. Grand Street


Class of '63: Complimentary
Alumni & Friends: $25
Golden Cluster: $20

Celebrate your classmates' accomplishments and contributions to BW, and hear about the BW of today from current students over a delicious gala dinner like you've never seen before on campus!  This event will also recognize your class gift and entrance into BW's Golden Cluster (alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago).  We'll end the evening with fun times on the dance floor with our Student Ambassadors who eagerly anticipate celebrating with you.

Important Note: The Class Photo will be taken promptly at 6:00 p.m. on the front steps of Strosacker Hall, just before the Gala Dinner.  (Rain location for class photo: Sandstone III on the lower level of Strosacker.)

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