2024 Alumni Reunion WeekendJoin us for Alumni Reunion Weekend as Franklin Pierce University welcomes alumni back to the Rindge Campus June 14-16! Throughout the weekend visit with fellow Ravens at Pearly Pond, reminisce on the Manor Lawn, and celebrate all things Pierce. |
Schedule of Events
3-7 p.m.
Alumni Reunion Weekend Hospitality Lounge: Start your Alumni Reunion Weekend festivities by registering at the Hospitality Lounge.
Stop in to pick up your name badge, giveaways, campus maps, and schedules. Those staying
on campus for the weekend can check in to housing.
3:30 p.m.
Tasting and Touring: During this interactive tour across campus, visit with Franklin Pierce faculty and
staff and hear about the programs and opportunities we offer our students. Stops will
include the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication, where you will hear about upcoming
additions to the Patterson Television Studio, The Bubble, where you will learn about
our Raven Recreation program and other Student Engagement opportunities, and more!
Light appetizers and beverages at each location.
5 p.m.
Ravens Reception: Join fellow alumni at a casual reception to kick off Alumni Reunion Weekend. Heavy
appetizers, beverages, beer and wine.
8-10 a.m.
Breakfast with Alumni: Enjoy breakfast with fellow alumni on campus. Buffet style meal.
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Hospitality Suite - Registration & Check In: Start your Alumni Reunion Weekend festivities by registering at the Hospitality Lounge.
Stop in to pick up your name badge, giveaways, campus maps, and schedules. Those staying
on campus for the weekend can check in to housing.
10-11 a.m.
Golf Cart Tours of Campus: Enjoy a student-guided tour of the 1,200-acre Rindge Campus. Let your tour guide
know if you have any special requests! Tours leave every 15 minutes.
11 a.m.
Alumni Association Annual Meeting: All alumni are invited to the Alumni Association Annual Meeting led by the Alumni
Board of Directors. Learn more about the work they do on behalf of all Franklin Pierce
graduates. This meeting will be live streamed for alumni who are unable to attend
Reunion Weekend.
Followed by:
We Remember Well: Together we will remember those in the alumni community that we have lost this year
and recognize alumni who have received the Richard (Rick) Falconi ’69 Lifetime Alumni
Volunteer Award.
Noon
Franklin Pierce Alumni Celebration Lunch: Join alumni and friends while we celebrate all things, Franklin Pierce. President
Mooney ’83 will share her reflections as the first alumna president of Franklin Pierce
and an update on the University, and we will celebrate the milestone anniversary classes,
with special recognition for the milestone reunions (anyone who’s class ends with
a 4 or 9!). Buffet style meal.
1:30 p.m.
Memorable Minute: This exciting, fast paced and informal event celebrates the history and stories of
FP’s wonderful alumni community and offers an opportunity to share stories from their
lives and memories. You can enjoy these 60 second presentations from the audience
or get up and give a one-minute anecdote yourself! Ice Cream Bar.
2–5 p.m.
Library Archives Exhibit: Visit our Franklin Pierce commemorative display and explore the best of the physical
and digital archives at Franklin Pierce University.
Open Waterfront Recreation: Enjoy all that Pearly Pond has to offer! Take a canoe ride, kayak, or try out a stand-up paddleboard. Or challenge your classmates to a friendly game of cornhole, Kan-Jam, spike ball, ladder ball, or giant Jenga. (Weather permitting)
Guided Hike on the FPU Trails: Join us for a guided hike and open discussion about the history of the natural landscape along the way. Hike lasts approximately 45 minutes and includes varied terrain.
3 - 4 p.m.
Golf Cart Tours of Campus: Enjoy a student-guided tour of the 1,200-acre Rindge Campus. Let your tour guide know
if you have any special requests! Tours leave every 15 minutes.
5 p.m.
Champagne Toast with President Mooney: Join President Mooney ’83 and Greg Walsh as they say cheers with fellow alumni to
celebrate the memories, nostalgia, accomplishments, and achievements of Franklin Pierce
alumni. Light appetizers, champagne and nonalcoholic beverages.
5:30 p.m.
Dinner, Live Music & Dancing: Spend the evening together with a cookout and get ready to dance to live music performed
by Bella and the Maybe Brothers, featuring George Robinson, Franklin Pierce’s Director
of Athletic Bands! Buffet style cookout with beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
9 p.m.
Bonfire: Enjoy time under the stars around a bonfire with s’mores and.
8 – 10 a.m.
Breakfast with Alumni: Enjoy breakfast with fellow alumni before leaving campus. Buffet style meal.
Throughout the day: Stay and Play in the Monadnock Region including waterfront activities, regional interests including:
- Glass blowing at the Terrapin Glassblowing Studio or the Hot Glass Center,
- Berry picking at Monadnock Berries,
- Visiting the Cathedral of the Pines, and more.
Want to get on the green for Father’s Day? The Monadnock Region has a number of public golf courses including:
- The Shattuck Golf Course in Jaffrey,
- The Monadnock Country Club in Peterborough, and
- Bretwood Golf Course in Keene.
Please note: Reunion schedule, program offerings, event times and locations are subject to change.
HOUSING
Housing will be available for alumni and their guest in the Lakeview Townhouses. Housing for Alumni Reunion Weekend is an additional $75 per person for the weekend. Lakeview Townhouses have three double bedrooms (six adults, two per room), three private bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a living room. Lakeview Efficiency Apartments house two adults and have a private bathroom and full kitchen. Linens are provided by the University. For those who wish to stay off campus, local lodging establishments are available.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Franklin Pierce University strives to deliver the highest caliber of programming and events. The health, safety, and welfare of every member of the Franklin Pierce and surrounding community is our priority. Activities, programs, and events are subject to change as we keep compliance with health and safety guidelines set by the University.
CONTACT University Advancement
development@xgcr.net
For questions related to
Making a Gift: (603) 899-1131
Scholarship & Planned Gifts: (603) 899-4307
Alumni Engagement, Events,
or Volunteering: (603) 899-4030