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Alumni Weekend

Download the 2012 Alumni Weekend brochure.

Friday, October 26

Pilot Preview Day for High School students

8:30 a.m.–1 p.m.

Gain a look into Bethel's community, academic and spiritual life. Learn what we have to offer in over 60 areas of study in a group setting. You will also attend chapel, tour campus, and meet current students and faculty. Sign up at BethelCollege.edu/Visit.

Alumni Chapel

10 a.m.

Everest-Rohrer Chapel/Fine Arts Center — Auditorium

As we honor our 2012 alumni award recipients, we'll celebrate God at work in the life of the Bethel family. Starfish Project jewelry available for purchase

Men's Varsity Basketball Scrimmage

4:30 p.m.

Gates Gymnasium

Bethel Pilots vs. Hope College Flying Dutchmen

Welcome to Bethel! A Come and Go Event

7–9 p.m.

Liz Hossler Patio at the Lodge

Weather permitting

Enjoy s'mores and hot beverages around the fire

Women's Basketball Scrimmages

7 p.m.

Gates Gymnasium

Varsity Lady Pilots vs. Calvin Varsity Knights

Goodman Gymnasium

JV Lady Pilots vs. Calvin JV Knights

Saturday, October 27

Dr. Albert J. Beutler Athletic Hall of Fame Dedication

10 a.m.

Wiekamp Athletic Center — Lobby

Dr. James A. Bennett Patio Dedication

10:30 a.m.

Dining Commons — Patio

Amphitheater Dedication

10:45 a.m.

Pond side of Dining Commons

Celebrate the completion of this new brick and mortar gift from the Classes of 2012 and 1962.

Kids' Zone

10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Wiekamp Athletic Center

Unwind and relax while your kids have fun with inflatables, games and crafts. Adult chaperone required. You can also register your child (ages 0–16 years) for a $1,000 scholarship as a future Bethel Pilot. Child must be present, and alumni parent will complete an application which includes Social Security number. Complete the form in advance and the certificate will be ready for pickup.

Registration information on reverse side.

Information Desk and Scholarship Registration

10:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Wiekamp Athletic Center Lobby

Starfish Project jewelry available for purchase

Otis Bowen Museum/Archives Open

11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Bowen Library

Visit this newly renovated historical collection

Baseball Double Header Scrimmage

11 a.m.

Richard C. Patterson Field

Bethel College vs. Holy Cross College

Women's Basketball Alumni Scrimmage and Reunion

11 a.m.

Gates Gymnasium

Honoring the 2002 NCCAA National Championship Team

Semester Abroad Reunion

12 p.m.

Miller/Moore Academic Center – 4th Floor

If you participated in an Ecuador Semester Abroad (1992–2005) or China Semester Abroad (1995–2007), this event is for you. Includes lunch: Adult $8; Ages 6–11 $4; 5 years and under – free Registration information on reverse side.

Bethel Cruise In – Classic Vehicle Show

1–5 p.m.

Here's your chance to show off your classic car, truck or motorcycle. Three "crowd favorite" awards will be given. Registration information on reverse side.

Missionary Church Historical Society Hymn Fest

2 p.m.

Everest–Rohrer – Rotunda

Reconnect musically with the five traditions that gave birth to the Missionary Church and Bethel College. Join heart, voice and mind as various representative hymns are showcased in this sing–along workshop.

Graduate Programs Reception

4 p.m.

Presidents' Dining Room in Dining Commons

A great opportunity to reconnect and network prior to the Alumni Dinner. Registration information on reverse side.

Alumni Dinner

5 p.m.

Dining Commons

Reminisce with friends over a delicious buffet dinner. The 2012 alumni awards presentations and President Cramer's campus update will round out this event. Former award recipients will also be recognized. Tables will be designated to allow you to sit with friends from your decade of attendance.
Adults – $12. 6–11 years – $6. 5 and under – free
Registration information on reverse side.

Spirited Connections — A Tribute to 65 Years of Campus Life

7:30 p.m.

Everest–Rohrer — Auditorium

Enjoy a lighthearted musical, dramatic and video journey through Bethel's history. We'll reflect on the change and consistency of campus life – musicals, romance, academics, pranks, chapel, athletics and more.
Starfish Project jewelry available for purchase
Free admission

Alumni Weekend 2011 Gallery