Alumni and Families Return to the Mount for Reunion 2016

Alumni and Families Return to Mountain for Reunion 2016 Thirteen Classes Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries

Despite occasional cloudy skies, Reunion Weekend on Mary’s mountain welcomed masses of Mounties to partake in beloved traditions during the first weekend in June. Approximately 445 alumni were in attendance, and combined with their families, a crowd of nearly 700 enjoyed a variety of events.

The class with the most representation was the Golden Mountaineer class of 1966—44% were present! During a special Mass, members of the class were presented anniversary medals and other prestigious awards for their commitment to the Mount community.

Twelve other classes celebrated special anniversaries in private ceremonies and events. There was also a commemorative dinner for longtime track and field coach Jim Deegan and present and former Mount decathletes. You can read more about Deegan’s legacy at the Mount on page 16. The newest reunion event was a beer tasting led by Garth Patterson, Ph.D., assistant professor of chemistry. Guests sampled three beers created by Mount students in Patterson’s “The Science of Brewing” course.

“Alumni loved the idea of students brewing and learning about the science, business, and marketing related to the industry,” Patterson said. “It was great to see the interaction between alumni and current students.”

Meanwhile, two athletic fundraisers raised thousands for Mount scholarship programs. The Elizabeth DiNunzio Memorial 5K Fun Run and Walk and the 40th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament, hosted by Quail Valley Golf Club, benefited the Elizabeth DiNunzio Trail and the Rev. Carl J. Fives Alumni Scholarship Program, respectively.

Other reunion events included a wine tasting hosted by David Rehm, Ph.D., University professor; an outdoor barbeque with carnival games and face painting; and the Night at the Mount outdoor concert and picnic.

“The amazing thing about Mount reunions is that you can spend time with people 20 or 30 years older or younger than you and still have similar memories,” said Patrick McAuliffe Jr., C’81, director of gift planning. “The Mount is a second home to all of us.”

REUNITED / (L–R) Gracelyn Ashby McDermott, C’93, and Mary Deely Kane, C’84, enjoy the beautiful weather / Walter Morris, C’71, Jack Ellis, C’71, and Peter Dorsey, dean of the College of Liberal Arts, at the finish line for the 5k run/walk / Friends reunite for a picture perfect moment / Family and friends pause for a picture at the outdoor festival / The Class of 1990 gathers for their 25 year reunion photo

SPECIALEVENTS AND COMMENDATIONS Golden Mountaineer Mass—Class of 1966 Memorial Mass—Class of 1986 Decathlete Dinner—Jim Deegan Bruté Medal Recipients—Deacon John Baker, C’52, and James McCaveney Jr., C’66