The events of 2007 were quite successful in reuniting alumni from all over the country. New formats and locations for several of the events made the occasions bigger and better than ever. The College hosted reunions with the classes of 61' - 63', 76' & 77', 81'-83' and 86'-88'; many of which had not been back on campus since they graduated.
Next year we begin a year long celebration of the College's 50th anniversary. From August 2008 until September 2009, a variety of events and attractions geared toward alumni, the community and all the friends of Rochester College will take place!
Be sure to check this website often for updates and information and subscribe to the eNewsletters; RC Monthly—for friends of the College or WarriorLink—for alumni; as well.
Here are a few things already being planned or discussed:
Rochester College Fall Festival
The Rochester College Fall Festival will be on Saturday, September 20, 2008. With its new format, the festival is continuing to grow. We welcomed over 2,000 participants last year! The main goal of the festival is to provide a day of fun on the Rochester College campus for alumni, prospective students and families from the surrounding community.
With attractions geared toward the family, the festival is a day full of excitement that all can enjoy together. We would be honored if you and your family and friends would join us for the festival.
Homecoming
Homecoming 2008 is scheduled for Saturday, November 1. The event welcomes students, parents, alumni, faculty/ staff and friends and is absolutely FREE! Usually included in the festivities are fun games and prizes, a tailgate lunch, campus tours, an alumni basketball game, a RC theater production and the Men's varsity basketball game! And of course, homecoming would not be complete without the crowning of the king and queen during halftime! Since this is during the 50th year-long celebration, we want ALL alumni to be back for this event! It will be a historic event to see all of the queens and kings from the past 50 years together honoring the new royalty. Well that's the goal. Remember alumni receive student rates for the theater! Click here to R.S.V.P. for Homecoming.
Alumni and Friends 50th Anniversary Vacations
Like the idea of a European cruise? Well we are providing that opportunity for you with friends and or family while generating financial support for the College? This trip is being planned for sometime in February - April 2009! We want an opportunity to enjoy one of the most cultured places in the world with alumni and friends of the College. Details will be posted soon! And don't worry; the ship and country are large enough that we won’t be together every minute of the trip!
Maybe a cruise to Europe is too costly but you want to enjoy a vacation with friends and family from the College as well. We have a trip for you too! We are working on a family resort vacation that'll knock your socks off because of its location and price. This is being planned for sometime May - July 2009. We want to keep alumni and friends connected to each other and to the College by engaging them in ways that maybe we have not considered before. We want you to join us! For information, contact Kyle Martin at reunions@rc.edu.
Class Reunions
For decades, class reunions have been a popular highlight of summer on the campus of Rochester College. The availability of campus housing and the flexibility of family travel schedules have made the summer months an ideal time for such gatherings. Reunions during homecoming are now growing in popularity as many alumni like to meet current students and experience the current campus culture.
Each reunion is scheduled and organized by volunteers from specific classes. Reunions normally are not scheduled unless representatives from the class volunteer to coordinate the event. A College representative will provide guidance, schedule campus facilities, and prepare mailings for reunion planners.
While some classes prefer to gather more frequently, reunions are recommended at ten-year increments (10, 20, 30, 40-year). The type and amount of formal activity varies from class to class. July is normally the best month for reunions. Dates are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. For best results and adequate notification of class members, planners should begin the process at least eight months before the scheduled event.
If you are interested in coordinating a reunion for your class, please contact Kyle Martin at reunions@rc.edu.
Special Reunions
Occasionally, various groups host special reunions for specific groups of alumni. For example, former choral singers of Paul Downey have participated in two reunions, former members of Autumn celebrated the group's 25th anniversary with a reunion concert, and former basketball players gather annually for an alumni game. If you would be interested in organizing a special reunion, contact Kyle Martin at reunions@rc.edu.
