Berea College Summer Reunion
June 14-16, 2024
Honoring the class of 1974 for their 50th Reunion!

Special Recognition of Milestone Years
1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964, 1969, 1979, 1984, 1989, and 1994

We are calling alumni home to Berea Beloved to experience all that is old and new at our cherished alma mater. Enjoy a weekend of fun, food, music, reminiscing, and reconnection as we commemorate the 50th reunion of the Class of 1974 and significant milestone reunion years.

We invite you to experience unforgettable moments,

including the signature event:

Taste of Berea-A Berea Farm to Table Dinner

 With live music and tours of the new Elvin Combs Fieldhouse.
Let’s make new memories at Summer Reunion 2024.

We hope to see you soon!

Chris Schill ’97, Executive Director for Alumni Philanthropy
Faith Calhoun-Louden ’03, Assistant Director for Alumni Engagement
Alysia Mora ’21, Alumni Philanthropy Coordinator
Teresa Kash Davis ’84, Senior Associate Vice President for Alumni and Philanthropy
Chad Berry Hon. ’20, Vice President for Alumni, Communications and Philanthropy

Your Alumni Philanthropy Team
[email protected]
859-985-3104
CPO 2203
Berea, KY 40404

We are adding new events to this schedule regularly. Check back to see more up to date versions!

FRIDAY, JUNE 14
Check-in/Registration
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Carter G. Woodson Center Lounge, Alumni Building
Your first stop: Pick up nametag, ribbons, event information and event tickets

Picnic on the Quad
5 –7 p.m. | Berea Campus Quad
Casual gathering with live music, food, class photos and designated seating for special reunion classes.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15
50th Reunion Breakfast for Class of 1974
8 – 9:30 a.m. | Boone Tavern Event Center
President Cheryl Nixon will host the Class of 1974 for a breakfast in their honor and present a special gift. If you have not checked-in, the Alumni Team will have your registration materials available at the event.

Check-in/Registration
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Carter G. Woodson Center Lounge, Alumni Building
Your first stop: Pick up nametag, ribbons, event information and event tickets

Alumni Awards Ceremony
10:30 a.m. | Baird Lounge, Alumni Building
President Cheryl Nixon and the Alumni Executive Council present the Alumni Awards for Summer Reunion 2024. Light refreshments provided.

Support Local Small Businesses for Lunch Options
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
We will provide a list of local businesses that offer alumni discounts so you can support our local small businesses. Feel free to eat at the restaurant or get your meal to go and eat on the Quad as you enjoy the afternoon and a special carillon concert.

Experience Berea
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. | Berea College Quad
A large selection of activities that allow you the opportunity to experience today’s campus will be provided throughout the afternoon. An extensive list of activities is coming soon!

Sweetheart Reception
3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Danforth Chapel, Draper Hall
Share your Berea love story and reminisce afterwards with a reception of cupcakes and punch.

Great Commitments Society Mocktail/Cocktail Reception
5:30 – 7 p.m. | Boone Tavern
Hosted by the Great Commitment Society and Planned Philanthropy
Enjoy mocktails, cocktails and appetizers in BooneTavern. Event is exclusively for members of the Great Commitments Society.

*Taste of Berea
7 – 9 p.m. | Athletics Complex
Enjoy a special Berea Farm-to-Table Dinner celebrating all Summer Reunion attendees. The event features live music, fun activities, and tours of our new Elvin Combs Fieldhouse. *Ticketed Event

SUNDAY, JUNE 16
*Alumni Breakfast Buffet
8 – 10 a.m. | Skylight Room, Boone Tavern
Share the final meal of Summer Reunion with Berea friends before you head home. *Ticketed Event

Alumni Worship Service
10:30 a.m. | Union Church

TICKETS