MEMBER BENEFITS ~
1949 Golden Alumni Reunion
The "Miner Forty-Niners" gathered in Rolla June 13-15, 1999, to renew old friendships and reminisce about their days at MSM 50 years ago. There were 73 Golden Alumni in attendance, accompanied by 69 spouses and guests. This special group was treated to three days of fun and entertainment, starting with a golf tournament on Sunday afternoon and a cocktail reception that evening. Monday saw the Forty-Niners visit their departments to see first-hand the changes of the last 50 years They were treated to lunch by Chancellor John Park and his gracious wife Dorcas, then they relaxed in Leach Theatre to enjoy a presentation of "MSM-UMR . .Then and Now." That evening the class members were honored at the Golden Alumni Banquet Tuesday morning everyone got up early for a buffet breakfast before heading out to explore Rolla and the campus, or Just enjoy a relaxing morning Luncheon was served prior to the Golden Alumni Recognition Ceremony Tuesday afternoon, where alumni and their guests relaxed in air-conditioned comfort in Leach Theatre while they traveled back in time to 50 years ago A special audio-visual presentation detai led the events of 1949 to get the memories going, and then each Forty-Niner was recognized as his yearbook photo was shown. Finally, each alumnus marched across the stage to receive his 50-year pin and certificate from MSM-UMR Alumni Association president Bob Berry and Chancellor John Park. Club '49 was open throughout the reunion for returning alumni to gather informally and chat with their classmates, and to assure that no one suffered from lack of refreshment Those who returned for this reunion agreed, it's an occasion that is not to be missed I Here are some of their comments: "We're still thinking about how much fun we had and remembering how nice it all was"; "The entire event was very enjoyable and we ll-planned; thanks to alii "; "Thanks so much for the Golden Alumni ce lebration. It was indeed very thoughtful on your part and excellent in every way for our part."; "The 50-year reun ion of the Class of '49 (was) a truly memorable event. .. Please accept our thanks and appreciation for three days to remember - you did it right"; "Terrific - you made us feel honored by our university."; "I am writing to express my appreciation for the roya l treatment my wife and I rece ived during our visit to Rolla . You all outdid yourselves. We really enjoyed it";" .the most well-organized program we have ever been to. Everyone had a great time I"
As alumni of MSM-UMR, you are automatically a member of the Alumni Association and are entitled to:
Travel Tours: Cruises and Tours that span the globe - 10 trips currently offered. See Traveling with the Miners on page 39 for more details.
MSM-UMR: chairs, lamps, watches, rings, pendants, Platinum/Gold MasterCard, License plates for Missouri residents only
Career Assistance: UMR's Career Opportunity Center will help you in your job search!
Alumni Association Services: Access to Alumni Office via e-mail (alumni@umr.edu). Alumni locator service to help you find lost friends. Address update service so you don't miss your MSM-UMR mail.
To take advantage of these offers, contact the Alumni Office: MSM-UMR Alumni Association Castleman Hall University of Missouri-Rolla 1870 Miner Circle Rolla MO 65409-0650
While their husbands attended the Alwnni Association Board of DireClOrs m.eeting in April, these women hea rd faculty wife Una Madison tell of her experiences in a Polish concenli'ation camp during World War II. Left 10 right: Nancy Brackhahn, Kathy Coco, Kitty Sutherland, Jeann.ie Stevenson, Debbie Skaggs, Dottye Wolf, Marie Eash, Dorothy Kasten, Shirley Bauel; Sammy Bolon, Peggy Bay, Donna Berlelsmeye l; Mary Jeanne Neuman.n, Do rcas Park.
phone: (573) 341-4145 FAX: (978) 926-7986 e-mail: alumni@umr.edu
