For the Class of 1962, this year’s homecoming was big in every way as it celebrated its 50-year reunion. From a big turnout with more than 100 alumni from the class returning, to a big opportunity to hear from the class’ honorary class member, Robert Hartje, professor emeritus of history, the class celebrated in style, leaving the biggest item for last.
As the evening of Oct. 6 commenced, members of the class gathered for a special 50th reunion dinner where reunion co-chairs Ann Bellisari and Jan Wade were recognized along with reunion fundraising chairs Gene Haberman and Tom Conrad. Class President Alan McCall also spoke as did Wittenberg President Laurie M. Joyner.
And then the big moment happened as the class presented Joyner with a $1.5 million dollar gift on behalf of the class in support of Wittenberg. The largest class gift in university history, the gift includes cash gifts, pledges, estate commitments, endowed scholarships, gift annuities and memorial gifts.
“On behalf of Wittenberg, thank you for this extraordinary gift. You are models of alumni engagement at the highest level,” Joyner said. “In all that you do, you show the face of Wittenberg, and your presence here this evening is truly a gift to Wittenberg.”
