FROM THE ALUMNI DIRECTOR: DANAFEST

By Julie (Thorson) Rohlfing '70

DanaFest — the Homecoming theme for Oct. 10-12, 2003 — is coming! Among alumni directors there is a saying, “It won’t be a re_nion without U!” Corny? Maybe. True? Yes!

For information and a complete schedule of events, click here. You can even make reservations online through a secure site. At the Homecoming web site you can also see a photo of the special commemorative glass stein/mug available for orders.

This year’s special event, the Hofbräuhaus, will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11. We’ll be taking class photos early, and the program will begin immediately following dinner.

The Hofbräuhaus isn’t all that’s going on. Distinguished Alumni Rev. Ried Neve D ’48 T ’51 and Dr. Larrie Stone ’57 will be recognized at the Saturday awards luncheon, as well as Outstanding Young Alumna Julie Howland ’91. Inductions into the Athletic Hall of Fame, friends at reunion gatherings, aebleskiver at breakfast, worship in Trinity Chapel, the historic Borup Addition dedication and many other events will keep you busy all weekend.

All in all, DanaFest is shaping up to be a great alumni party with plenty of time for socializing after a program packed with fun and sentiment. We’re off to a record-breaking start for reservations. Make yours today!