Celebrating the class of 1974 for their 50-year Reunion and induction in The Grafton Society. We offer a special welcome to the Reunion classes of 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019. All alumni are invited to share in this opportunity to connect with one another and recall fond Mary Baldwin memories.
Location: Mary Baldwin University Staunton, Virginia
Cost: Varies by Activity
Guests are welcome Register by October 11, 2024
Gather with your classmates and friends to celebrate your 50th Reunion before heading to the Grafton Society Induction and Dinner Party!
COST: $10/person
LOCATION: Mary Baldwin Alumnae House (172 North Coalter Street)
Join us for a groovy celebration of your 45th graduation from Mary Baldwin! Mix and mingle with your fellow alumnae and have a jivin' good time!
LOCATION: Pannill Center, University Cafe, Mary Baldwin University Campus
You're gonna wanna join us for a rad alumni Gathering celebrating the classes of '83, and '88. This tubular event is open to all alumni of the 1980s. This might not be a Sunday party or a party where you have to show your ID to Mr. Kelly, but we can come together and remember those fun times.
Come and get jiggy with the alumni of the 90s. This Gathering will be all that and a bag of chips. Special shout-out to the class of 1993 and the class of 1998. This event is open to all 1990s alumni. Be in and then be outtie. Booyah!
Grab your peeps and take a chill pill as you mingle with alumni from the 2000s and the 2010s. All alumni of the 2000s and 2010s are welcome.
Alumni are invited to reminisce and share memories at this picnic-style BBQ dinner on Cannon Hill. Following dinner, join us at 8:15 pm for conversation and refreshments by the fire pit as campus sparkles with illumination providing a tranquil way to end your first day on campus for your Reunion.
COST: $17/person
LOCATION: MBU Fire Pit across from Cannon Hill, Mary Baldwin University Campus
The 50th Reunion class of 1973 will be inducted into The Grafton Society and former Grafton Society honorees are invited to reunite and reminisce about their time at Mary Baldwin over dinner. The class of 1973, along with current members of The Grafton Society (1973 and prior) will be invited to take a group photo after the ceremony.
COST: $50/person
LOCATION: Hotel 24 South, Colonnade Ballroom
Homecoming guests are asked to check in for their events at the James D. Francis Auditorium Foyers, Pearce Science Building. During check in guests can pick up essential materials and learn event locations. Once registration closes, you may continue to check in at all remaining events, excluding the Historic Homes Tour, and the Tiffany Stained Glass Windows Tour.
LOCATION: James D. Francis Auditorium Foyer, Pearce Science Building
Alumni and guests will have an opportunity to join Mary Baldwin leadership for a panel discussion about how your alma mater is positioning itself to meet the headwinds facing higher education. Learn how we are preparing for the future.
LOCATION: James D. Francis Auditorium, Pearce Science Center, MBU Campus
With gratitude for your dedication and friendship over the past twenty years, President Pamela R. Fox invites you to a special brunch. Hosted by the SAWMBU Alumni Chapter.
COST: $35/person
Stroll through some of Staunton’s most beautiful historic homes. Event is come and go as you please.
LOCATION: Various Staunton Locations
Led by a docent, tour the sanctuary of Staunton’s oldest church which includes twelve stained glass windows, including the triptych that is installed over the altar, all created by the studios of Louis Comfort Tiffany in New York. Guided tours will be provided at 1:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Trinity Episcopal Church, 214 W Beverly Street, Staunton, VA 24401; Meet at the double doors.
Get artsy with your fellow alumnae. Wine & Design is a paint party. Join us for an art workshop led by Pikasso Swig — a woman-owned business. You'll create an 11 x 14 Mary Baldwin themed painting. All materials, wine and cheese are included. Attendees will need to arrive by 1:30 p.m. This event is not come and go and will last until 3 p.m.
COST: $29/person
LOCATION: Bertie Murphy Deming Fine Arts Center, Art Studio
Join the owners of Ox-Eye Vineyards for "A Homecoming Celebration" to include a wine tasting with appropriate food pairings as well as a vineyard and winery tour. Attendees will receive a commemorative MBU wine glass. Event is come and go as you please.
COST: $15/person
LOCATION: Ox-Eye Vineyards, 847 Miller Farm Road (directions will be provided to attendees, as GPS may not map to the address' exact location)
Groove to the best music of the ’70s through today. Come together to close out Alumni Reunion with a rockin’ party. All Mary Baldwin alumni are invited to celebrate Reunion Weekend, with retro music, dancing, food, beer, and wine. You'll enjoy live music from the band, Back to Zero.
LOCATION: Hotel 24 South, Shenandoah Ballroom
Mary Baldwin Athletics invites you to celebrate the 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Join Athletics as they officially welcome new members at this special event, which will include brunch, tributes and remarks from each of the inductees.
The six new inductees into the Mary Baldwin University Athletics Hall of Fame are the late Lois Blackburn Bryan, distance runner Sophia Stone ‘15, Mary Ann Kasselmann, Sharon Spalding, Martha Coates ’87, and Jessica Carter ‘08
COST: $25/person
Homecoming guests are asked to check in for their events at the Jane Miller Welcome Center. During check in, guests can pick up essential materials and learn event locations. Once registration closes, you may continue to check in at all remaining events, excluding the Historic Homes Tour, Tiffany Stained Glass Windows Tour and the Fire Pit.
LOCATION: Jane Miller Welcome Center, 2nd Floor (Administration Building)
All alumni, friends and families are welcome to take a 45-50 minute guided MBU's beautiful campus to see what has changed since you were a student. Be sure to hit the Mary Baldwin Campus Store to snag a limited edition Mary Baldwin College Homecoming sweatshirt. Guided tours will be provided at 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.