Golden Reunion Celebration - Classes of 1972 and 1973
Mark your calendars for July 10-13, 2023, as we celebrate the Classes of 1972 and 1973 during a spectacular celebration!
The time of your Golden Reunion gathering is fast approaching! Your alma mater looks forward to celebrating your Golden Reunion with you July 10-13, 2023.
The 50th year class reunions have grown in attendance and excitement as alumni return to reconnect with beloved classmates, friends and the university. We are delighted to prepare a weekend full of activities in your honor!
We have received wonderful feedback from the Class of 1970 & 1971 who were here on campus this summer. They shared how much they enjoyed staying in the dorms, having class led Chapel, dedicated time to reconnect, and the very special new tradition we created of presenting each class member with their Golden Medallion and being recognized for your service of 50 years to the Church and world at the final banquet. They also shared how much they enjoyed seeing members from an additional class providing more opportunities to reconnect. The feedback was very helpful, and our team reviewed it to develop a wonderful experience for your classes. We pray that you will mark the calendar and save these dates!
We sincerely hope you come home to Concordia to celebrate, share your favorite memories and nurture your enthusiasm and love for Concordia, past, present and future. We do need your help. I am in search of about 4-5 people who would be willing to serve on the Reunion Committee to help provide some input into the schedule and activities. Please send me an email or leave me a voice message to share your interest.
Registration will open in July 2022, one year prior. We will also have dorm space available for lodging—for either couples, singles or roommates! So, start calling your friends and planning your trip!
We look forward to welcoming you “home” to campus in July 2023 and presenting you with your “Golden Medallion”.
Schedule of Events
Monday, July 10
Check-in All Day
Key pickup at Janzow Campus Center or Hotel lodging
Dorm Lodging: $50 per room (2 twins per room)
Linen Packages: $25 per person (includes pillow, sheets, blanket, towels, washcloths)
Tuesday, July 11
Registration/check-in/coffee social 8 - 10 a.m.
Janzow Campus Center
Coffee/infused water, donuts, photo booths, yearbooks
Campus Tours 10 a.m.
Janzow Campus Center
Golf carts available
Buffet Lunch 12 p.m.
Janzow Campus Center, Cattle Conference Room
Taco bar
Welcome and Introduction 1:30 - 2 p.m.
Weller Chapel
President's State of the University Address
Class of '72 and '73 Meeting 2 - 2:45 p.m.
Weller Chapel
Class Contacts
- Class of 1972 TBD
- Class of 1973 - Jenny Mueller-Roebke
Alumni Events - Jen Furr
Class of 1972 Reunion Group Photo 2:50 p.m.
Weller hall front steps
All attendees will receive a print of the photo.
Class of 1973 Reunion Group Photo 3 p.m.
Weller Hall front steps
All attendees will receive a print of the photo.
Combined Class Group Photo 3:15 p.m.
Weller Hall front steps
All attendees will receive a print of the photo.
B's Sweet Freeze 3:15 p.m.
Weller Circle
Picnic tables/tables/chairs provided
Evening Class of 1972 and 1973 Reunion Gathering 5 p.m.
Junto Winery Event Center, 1356 182nd Street, Seward, NE
Casual Social and Dinner at 6 p.m.
Cash bar available
Attire: casual, please wear comfortable shoes
Wednesday, July 12
Breakfast Buffet 7:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Janzow Campus Center, Cafeteria
Life-long Learning Sectionals 9 - 11 a.m.
Thom Auditorium
- 9 a.m. - Securing Concordia's Future
- 10 a.m. - Faculty Panel with representatives from each department
Chapel 11 a.m.
Weller Chapel
Lunch on your Own 12 p.m.
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Life-long Learning Sectionals 1 - 3 p.m.
Thom Auditorium
- 1 p.m. - Concordia History with Dr. Jerry Pfabe, Archivist
- 2 p.m. - Performance Activities - Athletics, Music, Drama/Theatre, Speech
- Individual appointments as requested with Advancement Team and LCMS Foundation for follow-up discussions regarding supporting Concordia. Planned Gifts to Class Endowment, Weller Society, Heritage Society.
Class of 1972 & 1973 Reunion Banquet 5 p.m.
Cattle Conference Room, Janzow Campus Center
- 5 p.m. - Social Hour
- 6 p.m. - Class Processional, Banquet and Dinner
- President Bernard Bull
- Class of 1972 or 1973
- Marshalls: Dr. Mark Meehl and Dr. Kristy Jurchen
The summer Chamber Choir performs under the direction of Dr. Kurt von Kampen
Attire: Church or business casual
Memory Book
Class members are invited to reflect on how the Lord has shaped their lives since their time at Concordia. For those attending the reunion or not, you may purchase a copy of the Memory Book through the online order form.
For any questions about the Golden Reunion, please contact:
Jennifer Furr
Senior Director of Alumni and University Relations