Recent Events

Class of 1961 Reunion
The Class of 1961 celebrated its 50 year reunion during Homecoming with a Meet and Greet at the Alumni Center followed by brunch at the home of University President Shirley C. Raines. Guests then took a guided tour of campus points of interest. Click here to view photos from the morning.

Half Century Club Golden Homecoming Reception
The Half Century Club hosted its annual Golden Homecoming Reception for the Class of 1961 and all graduates of 50 years or more.

Half Century Club Class of 1960 Reunion
The Half Century Club hosted a reunion for the Class of 1960 with a variety of activities on Friday, October 29. Class members had a special brunch at the home of University President, Shirley C. Raines, followed by an exclusive campus tour to see how campus has progressed over the years, with a special stop at the University of Memphis Heritage Room. Finally, all 50 year graduates were invited to the Golden Reception in the new University Center, where they mingled and caught up with fellow classmates! Click here to see pictures from the event.

Message from Dan

Click here to view a message from Pappy Latimer (BS '52), President of the Half Century Club, that was recorded at the 2011 Vision Forum.

Click here to view a message from Dan Forrester (BS '52), leadership in the Half Century Club, that was recorded at the 2011 Vision Forum.

Get Involved!

For more information on any of these events or if you would like to become more involved, please contact Alumni Coordinator Connie Thiemonge at cthmonge@memphis.edu or 901/678-1333.

Club Advisors

• J.P. Latimer, President (BS '52)
• Helen Bartlett Dawson (BS '52, MEd '76)
• Dan Forrester, Sr. (BS '52)
• Anne Freeman (BA '55, MA '61)
• Anne Williams Goode
• Mary Frances Nelson (BS '52, MA '73)