Event for Golden Reunion Celebration - College Classes of 1974 and 1975

Golden Reunion Celebration - College Classes of 1974 and 1975

Date and Time

June 10, 2025 - June 12, 2025

Location

Concordia University, Nebraska Campus

Mark your calendars for JUNE 10th - 12th, 2025, as we celebrate the College Classes of 1974 and 1975 during a spectacular celebration! 

Register Here! 

The 50 year class reunions have grown in attendance and excitement as alumni return to reconnect with beloved classmates, friends and the university. We are delighted to prepare a week full of activities in your honor!

While you're on campus, enjoy

  • staying in the dorms (either couples, singles or roommates!),
  • class-led chapel,
  • dedicated time to reconnect,
  • and a very special new tradition: being presented with a Golden Medallion to recognize your service of 50 years to the church and world!

Look Who's Coming! (PDF)

We received wonderful feedback from the Class of 1972 & 1973 who were here on campus last summer. They shared how much they enjoyed seeing members from an additional class providing more opportunities to reconnect. Our team used their thoughtful feedback to develop a new, exciting experience for your classes. 

We do need your help. I am in search of about 4-5 people who would be willing to serve on the Reunion Committee to help provide some input into the schedule and activities. Please send me an email or leave me a voice message to share your interest.  

We sincerely hope you come home to Concordia to celebrate, share your favorite memories and nurture your enthusiasm and love for Concordia, past, present and future. We look forward to welcoming you “home” to campus in June 2025 and presenting you with your “Golden Medallion!”

Schedule of Events

 

Monday, June 9th

Check into Dorm/Hotel All Day

Key pick up at Janzow Campus Center or Hotel lodging options.

  • Dorm Lodging: $50.00 per room (2 twins per room)
  • Linen Packages: $30.00 per person (Includes: pillow, sheets, blanket, towels, washcloths)
Tuesday, June 10th

Registration/check-in/coffee social 8  - 10 a.m.

Janzow Campus Center

Campus Tours 10 a.m. 

Lobby of Janzow Campus Center

  • Golf carts available

Buffet Lunch 12 p.m. 

Janzow Campus Center - Cattle Conference Room

  • Taco Salad Bar

Welcome and Introduction 1:30 - 2 p.m. 

Weller Hall Chapel

  • President's State of the University Address

Class of ’74 and ‘75 Meeting 2 - 2:45 p.m. 

Weller Hall Chapel Lobby of Janzow Campus Center

  • Class Endowment and Goal
    • Class Contacts:
      • Class of 1974 - Need a motion to establish and goal set
      • Class of 1975 - Established for Church Work Scholarships, need to set a goal

 

  • Alumni Events - Jen Furr

Class of 1974 Reunion Group Photo 2:50 p.m. 

Weller Hall Front Steps

  • All Attendees will receive a print of the photo

Class of 1975 Reunion Group Photo 3 p.m. 

Weller Hall Front Steps

  • All Attendees will receive a print of the photo
  • Combined Class Group Photo 3:15 p.m. 

Weller Hall Front Steps

  • All Attendees will receive a print of the photo

Ice Cream Social 3:15 p.m. 

Holthus Plaza, Janzow Campus Center

  • Picnic tables and chairs provided

Ice Cream Social 3:15 p.m. 

Holthus Plaza, Janzow Campus Center

Evening Class of 1974 Reunion Gathering 5 p.m. 

Junto Winery Event Center

  • 1356 182nd St. Seward, NE
  • Casual Social and Dinner at 6 p.m.
    • Cash bar available
    • Attire: casual, please wear comfortable shoes
Wednesday, June 11th

Breakfast Buffet 7:30 - 8:45 a.m.

Janzow Campus Center, Cafeteria

Life-long Learning Sectionals 9 - 11 a.m. 

THOM Auditorium

  • 9 a.m. Securing Concordia’s Future
  • 10 a.m. Faculty Panel - Representatives from each department

Chapel 11 a.m. 

Weller Hall Chapel

  • Message: Rev. Dan Gilbert and Organist Dr. Charles Ore

Lunch on Own 12 p.m.

On Campus, if the Doghouse Grill is open, or downtown Seward

Life-long Learning Sectionals 1 - 3 p.m. 

THOM Auditorium

  • 1 - 2 p.m. Concordia History with Dr. Jerry Pfabe, Archivist
  • 2 - 3 p.m. Performance Activities - Concordia University, Nebraska Athletics, Music, Drama and Theatre, Speech

*Individual appointments as requested with Advancement Team and LCMS Foundation for follow up discussions regarding supporting Concordia. Planned Gifts to Class Endowment, Weller Society, Heritage Society.

**Time to change into church dress for the evening events**

Class of 1974 & 1975 Reunion Banquet 5 p.m. 

Janzow Campus Center, Cattle Conference Room

5 p.m. Social Hour

6 p.m. Class Processional, Banquet & Dinner

  • President Bernard Bull

  • Class Speaker(s) - Bernie Tonjes '74 and Mike Fischer '75

  • Marshalls: Dr. Kristy Jurchen and Dr. John Genter

Light music provided after dinner

Attire: Church or business casual

We hope you have a great reunion, renew relationships and make new memories to last until you return again! Concordia is always ready to say "Welcome Home!"

Memory Book

Class members are invited to reflect on how the Lord has shaped their lives since their time at Concordia. For those attending the reunion or not, you may purchase a copy of the Memory Book through the online order form.

Put Your Memories Here!

 

For any questions about the Golden Reunion, please contact:

Photo of Jennifer

Jennifer Furr

Senior Director of Outreach, Relations, and Engagement

Weller Hall 102