Seems Like Old Times Again

More than 2,200 alumni streamed into Hanover for class reunions in early June. On hand were the classes of 1932, '37, '42, '47, '52, '57, '62, '72, '77, '91, '92, '93 and '97. Among them was William Allyn '32, who at 94 years old was the most senior alum in attendance. Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra conductor Erich Kunzel '57 also joined the fray, participating in a Glee Club concert. NBC news was on hand to do a story on the class of 1942 alumni as part of Tom Brokaw's ongoing interest in what he calls "the greatest generation." There was plenty of activity—everything from white water rafting to horseback riding to bridge. And what would a reunion be without some fine dining? With that in mind, five classes downed 840 lobster dinners, a reunion staple. And for the first time, toddlers of alumni were offered their own entertainment program so mom and dad could focus on the serious business of catching up with classmates.

Reunion week also provided the College with some new funds in the form of class gifts. The class of '52 presented President Jim Wright a check for more than $5.5 million, while the class of '77 set a new record for the 25th reunion class by contributing $4.6 million.