重新联系和回忆

A heartwarming celebration unfolded as alumni from the Class of 1974 returned to campus to celebrate their 50th reunion on 5月13日 and 14.

“It was just wonderful seeing so many people coming out 50年后 to be together for Reunion. 我一直和一些朋友保持联系, 但是能够亲眼看到他们中的许多人, 50年后, 是一次不可思议的经历. 从我到达那里到我回到家，我一直在微笑. I enjoyed every bit of it and I didn’t want it to end,” shared Earl Davis ’74.

庆祝里程碑式的周年纪念, members of the Class of 1974 were invited to the 大学’s 2024 Commencement Ceremony held at Prudential Center on Monday, 5月13日, 以及周二的校园活动, 5月14日, 与以前的同学重新联系, 校友和他们的母校.

仪式开始前, members from the Class of 1974 gathered in the Press Room at Prudential Center for a special lunch and visit from President Jonathan Koppell and mascot, 岩石, 红鹰! 评论她与总统的会面, Eileen Senie Bookman ' 74分享道, “It was so exciting getting to meet the President considering how busy he was on that important day. He gave of his time to welcome us with his terrific sense of humor and he showed us great dignity and respect while individually meeting with each of us.”

Reunion celebrants had the distinguished honor of leading the mid-day procession during the Commencement Ceremony and were seated among the rows of graduating Red Hawks at Prudential Center. 厄尔·戴维斯74年分享, “It was a momentous feeling walking into that arena with everyone cheering – It was awesome!” Members of the Class of 1974 donned graduation regalia and commemorative stoles signifying the 50th anniversary or their graduation.

Leading the procession to the cheers will be unforgettable for many of our alumni. 1974年的Jan Snyder Price说, “Walking into the room with thousands of people cheering as they introduced our class was an experience I will never forget. 房间里的活力是显而易见的.” Eileen Senie Bookman ‘74 said she will always remember leading the entire procession into the packed venue as one of the most exciting experiences of her life. 她补充说, “What an amazing honor and privilege it was for us as the entire Prudential Center erupted in cheers and applause, 甚至起立为我们鼓掌.”

Across two Commencement exercises – in the morning and the afternoon – the 大学 awarded 3,648 graduates from 13 colleges and schools that make up 十大博彩推荐排名州立大学 with degrees. 当五彩纸屑雨点般落在整个毕业班时, the Class of 1974 stood to cheer on those who were crossing the threshold to become 十大博彩推荐排名州立大学 alumni.

反思这一天, Eileen Senie Bookman ' 74分享道, “I was blown away by Commencement – I am still telling all my friends about it! The 校友 Engagement team was so organized and did such an amazing job of making all of us feel so special and welcome.” She continued, “It meant so much to have my family be there as well to share in this honor.”

重返校园

The reunion festivities which were sponsored by the Office of 校友 Engagement continued back on campus on Tuesday, 5月14日. 参加者享受了多项活动, 包括一份清淡的早餐, 团圆饭, a class photo on the steps in the Feliciano School of Business and an expansive shuttle tour of campus.

“We were thrilled to welcome the classes back to campus to share this very special celebration and to provide the opportunity to reconnect in person with each other and the university,珍妮·马拉诺说, 负责年度捐赠和校友活动的助理副总裁. “校友们看到了母校的惊人变化, 听他们讲在十大博彩推荐排名的故事真是太好了.”

开始新的一天, 校友们聚在一起喝咖啡聊天, 由礼品策划办公室主办, where they reflected on Montclair’s past and its transformation and heard about the 大学’s future from President Jonathan Koppell. 校友 were able to share their experiences and ask questions of the President.

“我们都很高兴能与科佩尔校长共进早餐. 我相信我们都为母校感到骄傲, 听到学校取得的进步和成功,1974年的简·斯奈德·普莱斯说.

A highlight for many was the campus tour which took place on private shuttle buses. Many alumni had not been back to campus in many years and could not believe the wonderful changes. “Seeing all the new buildings with state-of-the-art facilities on the campus tour was mind-blowing,1974年的Jan Snyder Price分享道.

Possibly the most memorable part of the tour for many was stopping by Yogi Berra Stadium to take a photo with “Yogi”.

在游览结束时, alumni visited the campus BookStore to outfit themselves with the latest Montclair apparel.

As part of the luncheon program, guests shared a memory from their time as students. Many talked about how Montclair shaped their lives and made an impact that lasted a lifetime. It was a wonderful moment of reflection and an opportunity to look back nostalgically on the early 70’s.

Each attendee received their very own 50th Reunion commemorative pin presented by Rita Walters, 负责发展和校友参与的副总裁, 还有珍妮·马拉诺, 负责年度捐赠和校友活动的助理副总裁.

1974年的比尔·伯恩斯坦说, “The alumni who attended the reunion events felt a great deal of honor and respect from the university that was symbolized by the pin and medal that were bestowed on them at the luncheon during the second day of activities.”

团聚反射

校友 left with not only new memories but also a variety of keepsakes from their time at reunion. 评论这是多么有意义, 厄尔·戴维斯74年分享, “I’m planning to work with a trophy company to preserve all the wonderful memorabilia I received over the two days so that I can remember this special experience forever.”

当被问及她的经历时, Jan Snyder Price ' 74分享, “我很高兴参加了所有的50周年聚会. 这真是令人兴奋和难忘. 这所大学让我们都感到特别和感激.她总结道, 总而言之, it was a wonderful two days of sharing and making memories with old and new friends.”

Thank you to all members from the Class of 1974 who came back to their alma mater to celebrate their 50th reunion!

查看团圆庆祝活动的照片.

特别感谢团聚委员会:

1974届同学聚会委员会

• 凯瑟琳·拉根，74年，80年毕业
• Jan Snyder Price ' 74， ' 77 MA
• Michael Forcella ' 74
• 托马斯·米尔纳1974年
• 比尔·伯恩斯坦1974年