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
