Homecoming 2013, October 11-13
Members of the Classes of 1963, 1988, 2003, and 2008, Save
the Date!
We hope that you make plans to join us Oct. 11-13
for Homecoming 2013 and your class reunion. The weekend will be
filled with activities for you and your class as we celebrate
the biggest Butler weekend of the year. Check back for updates
regarding your reunion as more details are announced.
Connect with Your Class on Social Media
Follow @BUClassReunions on Twitter
for updates and news for all the reunions.
The 5th, 10th, and 25th reunion classes have
Facebook event pages. Join the event to connect with classmates,
and share the information with your Butler friends! You can
also join by visiting the events listing on the Alumni Facebook page.
Reunion Events- Registration info will be mailed to you this
summer!
50th Reunion
50th Reunion Drift
Members of the Class of 1963 are encouraged to complete the 50th Reunion Drift
survey. The information collected from the class will be
compiled in a special booklet with updates from classmates on
their lives following graduation. All members of the Class of 1963
will receive a copy of the 50th Reunion Drift.
Friday, Oct. 11 from 5:30 - 7
p.m.
Class of 1963 50th Reunion Welcome Reception and
Check-In
Robertson Hall, Sitting Room
Registration required. Start your reunion weekend with a casual
hors d'oeuvres reception. You can pick-up information for the
weekend and see classmates before the main Homecoming festivities
begin.
Saturday, Oct. 12 at 6
p.m.
Class of 1963 50th Reunion Reception and
Dinner
Robertson Hall
Registration required. Reconnect with classmates from the Class of
1963 for a special cocktail reception, group photo, and
dinner. The reunion dinner will follow at 7 p.m. Brief
remarks will be given at dinner from Vice President and Director of
Athletics Barry Coller '76, including an update on the renovations
to Hinkle Fieldhouse and Butler's move to the Big East conference.
Share memories from campus and updates with old friends as you
celebrate this important milestone.
25th Reunion
Friday, Oct. 11 at 7
p.m.
Class of 1988 Gathering at College of Liberal Arts &
Sciences: Holcomb Observatory Wine Tasting
Holcomb Observatory
Registration required. Start your reunion celebration early by
joining us for this special wine tasting. Classmates are encouraged
to register for the 25th reunion package to attend the
tasting at a discounted price. Enjoy this special evening and the
opportunity to connect with friends before the main Homecoming
festivities begin.
Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Class of 1988 25th Reunion Tailgate
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
Registration required. Join the Class of 1988 for a special
tailgate in Bulldog Boulevard in the Hinkle Fieldhouse parking lot.
Enjoy a catered meal including non-alcoholic drinks and a cash bar
in a reserved section of the Homecoming tailgate. You won't want to
miss this special chance to reconnect with classmates as you enjoy
the biggest campus celebration of the year!
10th Reunion
Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m.
Class of 2003 Gathering at Moe & Johnny's*
Moe & Johnny's, 5380 N College Ave, Broad Ripple
Registration required. Make plans to join your fellow classmates
for an exciting night in Broad Ripple on Friday. You won't
want to miss this opportunity for good food and great times.
Hot Hors d'oeuvre buffet, beer, wine and soft drinks will be
served. Don't miss the chance to celebrate this important milestone
with your class.
*Moe & Johnny's is now non-smoking
Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Class of 2003 10th Reunion Tailgate
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
Be sure and join classmates inside Bulldog Boulevard at the Hinkle
Fieldhouse parking lot for an afternoon of tailgating fun on
Saturday. Stop by for a quick hello or bring your lawn chair
and tailgate cooler stocked with snack and beverages for a long
stay. Then, it's off to the Butler Bowl to cheer on our football
team!
5th Reunion
Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m.
Class of 2008 Gathering at Red Room
Red Room, 6335 Guilford Ave, Broad Ripple
Registration required. It's been 5 years but it's time to reconnect
and relive your exciting nights in Broad Ripple. Reunion
festivities kick-off on Friday night and include a delicious hot
appetizer buffet and open bar inside one of Broad Ripple's favorite
spots. This is a must-do, so make sure your plans include this
exciting event.
Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Class of 2008 5th Reunion Tailgate
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
Be sure and join classmates inside Bulldog Boulevard at the Hinkle
Fieldhouse parking lot for an afternoon of tailgating fun on
Saturday. Stop by for a quick hello or bring your lawn chair and
tailgate cooler stocked with snack and beverages for a long stay.
Then, it's off to the Butler Bowl to cheer on our football
team!
Black Alumni Association Reunion
Friday, Oct. 11 from 6-8 p.m.
BAA Reunion Reception
Efroymson Diversity Center, Jordan Hall
Come and enjoy a delicious Hors d'oeuvre buffet and cash bar while
we honor Levester Johnson for his 20 years of service to Butler and
re-connect with old friends. Registration is required.
Friday, Oct. 11 from 8-10 p.m.
BAA After Dark Party
Reilly Room, Jordan Hall
Guests are invited to take a short walk upstairs from the
reception to the Reilly Room for an After Dark Party including
delicious desserts, music and dancing. Registration is
required.
Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. - Noon
BAA Reunion Lunch
Health and Recreation Center (HRC) Lobby
Make plans to join fellow alumni inside the HRC (next to Hinkle
Fieldhouse) for a delicious lunch in the middle of all the
excitement. Following lunch, guests are encouraged to enjoy
Bulldog Boulevard tailgating festivities in the Hinkle
Fieldhouse parking lot. Meet up with friends, visit college
and group sponsored tents for give-a-ways and lots of fun.
Kick-off is at 1 p.m. inside the Butler Bowl so mark your calendars
to join us as we cheer the Dawgs on to victory! Registration
for the lunch is required.
guests will be also be invited to take part of optional
events such as a campus tour, city tour and more! Details for
all planned reunion activities will be sent to BAA members later
this summer. Be on the lookout for your invitation!
Jordan College of the Arts Alumni Community Reunion
Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9:30 - 11
a.m.
JCA Alumni Community Breakfast
Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts, Wood
Family Foyer (Lobby)
Come and help us celebrate our first-ever JCA Reunion. You won't
want to miss this opportunity to return to campus for a fun-filled
day of excitement and networking. Activities kick-off
with a delicious hot breakfast buffet on Saturday in the beautiful
and new Schrott Center lobby. Guests will also enjoy the
sounds of Butler jazz students, behind-the-scenes tours of the
center and a chance to meet up with old and new
friends. Registration is required.
Saturday, October 12 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
JCA Alumni Community Tailgate Tent
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
It's on to the JCA Alumni Community tailgate tent on Bulldog
Boulevard following breakfast. Enjoy the festive atmosphere
that will include refreshments and give-a-ways. Come
and relax in the heart of all the tailgating
excitement. Stop by or stay for a while! Chairs and personal
coolers with your favorite snacks and beverages are welcomed.
Get Involved
The Office of Alumni and Parent Programs is looking for
volunteers from each class to assist with the reunion planning
efforts. If you are interested in being involved, please call (800)
368-6852, ext. 9946, or email alumni@butler.edu for more
information.
Make Your Travel Plans
October 11-13 will be a busy weekend in Indianapolis, so we
encourage you to make your travel plans early. Special rates are
available at many local hotels (subject to availability)
for Butler alumni and friends. Visit our hotel partners website to learn
more about the properties and how to book your reservation!
Check out photos from all the fun at Homecoming 2012!