Join us for Alumni Reunion Weekend at Brenau University and experience the true meaning of the Brenau spirit – we’re better together. Reconnect with classmates, mentors, and the vibrant spirit of Brenau that has shaped us all.
Explore a diverse range of events, from insightful lectures and an engaging symposium to festive social gatherings and heartwarming ceremonies. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone reunion, honoring achievements, or simply enjoying the company of the Brenau community, this weekend is an opportunity to strengthen bonds and create lasting memories.
With events on both the Historic and Downtown campuses, attendees will have the chance to see firsthand all the exciting additions to the Gainesville square. Don’t miss the Boot Barn Hall concert featuring R&B, Inc.! A portion of ticket sales will support student scholarships, so let’s party with a purpose! We also can’t wait to celebrate our alumni who have reached milestone reunions (classes ending in 0 and 5) and honoring our Alumni Award winners at Saturday night’s dinner.
Together, we can ensure a bright future for Brenau. Join the “Golden Decades Giving Competition” and show your support for the next generation of Golden Tigers. Every contribution strengthens our community and has a meaningful impact! We look forward to hosting you on campus and celebrating together!
Emily K. Reid, MBA
Director of Alumni Engagement
Schedule
Thursday, April 3
- IVESTER ENDOWED LECTURESHIP WITH SPEAKER ERIK QUALMAN
- 6 – 8 p.m., Hosch Theatre
- Register for free on Eventbrite
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Friday, April 4
- REGISTRATION & SILENT AUCTION
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Registration packets for those attending or participating in the Innovation, Inquiry & Creativity (IIC) Symposium will be located at Brenau’s Downtown Center. All other attendees can pick up registration packets in Yonah Lobby on the Historic Campus.
- The silent auction items will be on display throughout the weekend in the Upper Dining Hall and also online!
- MUFFINS & MIMOSAS: ALUMNI REUNION WEEKEND KICK-OFF & ALUMNI ARTIST JURIED EXHIBITION CLOSING RECEPTION
- 10 a.m. – Noon, Sellars and Presidents Galleries
- Kick off Alumni Reunion Weekend right with muffins and mimosas and enjoy the exhibitions presented by the Brenau Galleries and the Center for the Arts and Design at Brenau.
- Alumni Artist Juried Exhibition Closing Reception, Sellars Gallery
- The Way We Were: A Tribute to Georgia’s Historic Fashion Closing Reception, Presidents Gallery
- See the list of Featured Alumni Artists
- INNOVATION, INQUIRY, & CREATIVITY (IIC) SYMPOSIUM: PURSUING EXCELLENCE
- The IIC Symposium is a research event featuring undergraduate, graduate, alumni, faculty, and guest presentations that span disciplines as diverse as fine arts and humanities, education, health, science, business and communication. The symposium will be held in the Brenau University Downtown Center and the Brenau University Renaissance Building in Gainesville, GA. Presentations will be made in person and live via Zoom.
- To submit a proposal, view the schedule of sessions, and more click here.
- OPENING SESSION AND KEYNOTE ADDRESS
- 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Brenau Downtown Center, Walters Theatre
- Keynote Address will be given by Assistant Vice President and Dean of The Women’s College, Dr. Debra Dobkins
- 50TH CLUSTER REUNION & 24K CLUB LUNCH WITH PRESIDENT DAVID L. BARNETT
- Noon – 1:30 p.m., Redwine Lobby, John S. Burd Performing Arts Center
- The graduates of 1974, 1975 and 1976 and current members of the 24K Club and the Golden Roses Club are invited to lunch and celebration. Enjoy catching up with friends and reminiscing about your time at Brenau. A special ceremony will be held to recognize members of the 50th reunion class.
- NETWORKING LUNCH
- Noon – 1 p.m., Brenau Downtown Center Ballroom
- Join us for a midday break where we will serve a variety of delicious options. This is a great chance to network, reflect on the morning’s proceedings from the IIC Symposium, and prepare for the afternoon’s sessions.
- CAMPUS TOURS
- Tours will leave at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. from Yonah Lobby
- GALLERIES & ARCHIVES OPEN HOUSE
- 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- Alumni Artist Juried Exhibition in Sellars Gallery
- The Way We Were: A Tribute to Georgia’s Historic Fashion in Presidents Gallery
- Tokie Rome-Taylor Solo Exhibition in Castelli Gallery
- Don’t miss the special exhibit on display in the Archives in Brenau’s Trustee Library
- ALUMNI & FRIENDS HAPPY HOUR
- 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 pm, Brenau Downtown Center and Darby School Courtyard
- PRESIDENT’S CLUB RECEPTION
- By invitation only
- 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Renaissance Gallery
- The President’s Club is all donors who give $1,000+ annually to Brenau. Please join us for a reception with President David L. Barnett.
- BRENAU BOOT BARN HALL CONCERT FEATURING R&B, INC.
- Doors open at 5 p.m., Music starts at 6 p.m., Boot Barn Hall
- Join us for a community concert hosted by Brenau University featuring R&B, Inc., a 9-piece R&B and Soul Band from Atlanta. This is a fun event for the whole family, and a portion of the proceeds goes to supporting student scholarships at Brenau University.
- Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
- To buy your ticket, select your seat, and learn more about the band click here
- ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY & DINNER
- 6:30 p.m., Brenau Downtown Center Ballroom
Saturday, April 5
- REGISTRATION
- 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Yonah Lobby
- SILENT AUCTION
- The silent auction items will be on display throughout the weekend in the Upper Dining Hall and also online!
- Silent Auction items will be available to view in the Upper Dining Room until 3 p.m.
- GALLERIES OPEN HOUSE
- 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Alumni Artist Juried Exhibition in Sellars Gallery
- The Way We Were: A Tribute to Georgia’s Historic Fashion in Presidents Gallery
- Class Day
- 9 a.m. – 10 a.m., Pearce Auditorium & The Crow’s Nest
- HGH: COFFEE & CONNECT
- By invitation only
- 9:30 a.m., Lockett-Mitchell Parlour
- CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH
- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wilkes Porch & Lawn
- CLASS PHOTOS
- 2010s & 2020s
- ’80s, ’90s, 2000s
- 50th anniversary classes of 1974 – 76, ’70s
- ’50s, ‘60s, Academy
- PHYSICAL THERAPY CONTINUING EDUCATION UNIT (CEU) COURSES
- Noon – 3 p.m., Physical Therapy Department, Brenau Downtown Center
- Physical Therapy alums are encouraged to enhance their professional development with this exclusive opportunity. Additional information regarding the three sessions will be available soon!
- BRENAU PAINT & SIP
- 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., Wilkes Porch & Lawn
- Experience Brenau’s Paint & Sip event, back by popular demand! Led by Lybi Cucurullo, director of galleries, this session invites you to unleash your creativity with a Brenau-themed painting experience.
- MAY COURT PRESENTATION
- 2 p.m. – 3 p.m., Front lawn by the Crow’s Nest
- Brenau’s Office of Student Development and Engagement presents this timeless tradition, crowning the May Queen and wrapping the Maypole.
- SORORITY OPEN HOUSE
- 3 p.m. – 5 p.m., Sorority Houses
- ALUMNI HOUSE RECEPTION
- 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Walters House
- For those who would like to keep the conversations going, the Walter’s Alumni House is open to all to hang out and relax!
- PHYSICAL THERAPY 10-YEAR RECEPTION
- 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Thomas Atrium, Brenau Downtown Center
- Brenau will commemorate the past 10 years of the Physical Therapy program with a special awards reception dedicated to our Physical Therapy alums and supporters!
- ALUMNI & FRIENDS HAPPY HOUR
- 5 p.m. – 6 p.m., Walters Theatre Lobby, Brenau Downtown Center and Darby School Courtyard
- ALUMNI AWARDS CEREMONY, REUNION DINNER & PINNING
- 6 p.m., Brenau Downtown Center Ballroom
- Open to everyone, this event celebrates the classes that end in a 0 and 5. Each reunion class member will receive their pin during a special ceremony. Enjoy music, dinner and drinks while you catch up with friends. We also will celebrate our annual alumni award winners.
- Katlyn Ashe, WC ‘11
- Jennifer Griner, WC ‘96
- Heather Hanline, WC ‘96
- Tiffany Helm, BU ‘20
- Lainey Kennedy, WC ‘08
- Kim English Marks, WC ‘84
- Veronica Martin, WC ‘99
- Tracy Moore, WC ’07, BU ‘24
- Lee Anne Romberg White, WC ‘82
Hotel Accommodations
Courtyard by Marriott
(Our rate $169/night)
New hotel in between Brenau’s historic campus, the downtown campus, and the Gainesville square!
Room block available through Monday, March 3rd.
Hilton Garden Inn, Gainesville
(Our rate: $139/night)
Fairfield Inn & Suites Gainesville
(Our rate $119/night)
Room block available through Monday, March 3rd.
Hampton Inn, Gainesville
(Our rate: $119/night)
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