Drone and panorama view of College Hall (Ad Building)

Class of 1974's 50th Reunion
June 14–16

We are so proud to celebrate the Class of 1974's 50 year reunion and are excited to welcome you and your classmates back to campus June 14–16, 2024!

$160 per person

Registration includes: all weekend events, food, and hosted beverages.

 
Please Note: The schedule of events is tentative and subject to change.

4–6 p.m. | Class of 1974 Happy Hour & Welcome Reception
Jundt Lounge, John J. Hemmingson Center, 2nd Floor

Kick off your 50th reunion weekend with classmates and their guests at a class social on campus. Enjoy welcome remarks from President Thayne McCulloh.

Light appetizers with hosted beer, wine, soda, and water.


6 p.m. | Visit the Old Stomping Ground
Jack & Dan’s, 1226 N Hamilton St, Spokane, WA 99202

Swing by Jack & Dan’s after your class Happy Hour to continue the excitement! No host gathering.

 

10:30 a.m. | Walking Tour of Campus
Meet at the St. Ignatius statue in front of College Hall (Ad Building)

You and your classmates will have the chance to walk down memory lane and reminisce about your time here on campus. Your tour guide will provide updates on campus life and the newest developments at Gonzaga. The tour will conclude at the Globe Room in Cataldo Hall where reunion registrants are invited to the Celebratory Lunch.

Recommended attire: GU casual and walking shoes.


Noon–2 p.m. | 1974 Celebratory Lunch
Globe Room, Cataldo Hall

Reconnect with your 1974 classmates and their guests while enjoying lunch on campus.

A light lunch spread with hosted beer, wine, soda, and water.

There will be no scheduled programming between lunch and Mass. Enjoy your downtime by catching up with classmates or taking the quiet time to relax and recharge for a night of dining and dancing.

Optional Saturday afternoon activity: 

1–4 p.m. | Visit the Bing Crosby House
Bing Crosby House, 508 E. Desmet Ave., Spokane, WA 99202

Swing by the Bing Crosby House Museum to learn more about this Gonzaga University alumnus.

3:30–4:30 p.m. | Reunion Mass
University Chapel, College Hall (Ad Building), 3rd Floor

Join 1974 classmates and their guests for Catholic Mass.

Please use either the North Main or the South ADA entrance of College Hall.


5 p.m. | Saturday Night Social Hour & Check-in
Hemmingson Ballroom, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 3rd Floor

Join your classmates and friends for a social hour before the class dinner.

6:15 p.m. | Class Dinner and Dancing in the Ballroom
Hemmingson Ballroom, John. J. Hemmingson Center, 3rd Floor

Enjoy dinner, conversation, and dancing with your classmates and friends. Hosted beer, wine, soda, and water.

Recommended attire: Casual attire for an evening of dinner and dancing.

 

Happy Father's Day!

There are no formal reunion activities planned for this day. Alumni and guests are welcome to attend Catholic Mass at St. Aloysius (8:30 a.m., 11 a.m., or  the 7:30 p.m. service) or gather informally.

Safe travels home!

 

Book your travel now!
Gonzaga recommends these local hotels, some of which have GU discounts available.


What is the Gold Club?

The Gold Club celebrates alumni 50 years or more beyond graduation. Gold Club reunions are held each year to induct the newest members into this elite circle.

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Photos from the Class of 1973's 50th reunion celebration