50th Reunion Gathering

Join your 50th Reunion celebrating the Class of 1974. Your reunion committee invites back all alumni from the Class of 1974, family, and guests to celebrate your 50th Reunion milestone. The 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend is filled with multiple gatherings for you to connect with old friends and forge new connections with fellow Pioneers. Your 50th reunion marks your induction into Carroll's Golden Pioneer community.

Click here to view the Class of 1974 Memory Book

Reunion Organizing Committee

Terrance (Terry) Burton ’74

"I wouldn’t have been able to go to Carroll without the financial aid provided through work-study, scholarships, and loans from a variety of sources. I had a successful career made possible partly through the education I got at Carroll."

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Laurel (Richardi) Holmer ’74

"The Carroll experience was amazing in so many ways. The robust campus life led to a foundational love of learning, deep-rooted friendships, and an appreciation for educational rigor, service, and fun—not necessarily in that order!"

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Jo Ann Warren ’74

"There is no doubt that Carroll confirmed the path of my future. My years there gave me the knowledge, the skills, and the insights to follow that path successfully. As important, and as meaningful, are the friends of now 50 years and counting that Carroll blessed me with."

Read Jo Ann's Testimonial

Visit The Orange Thread to learn more about our unique on-campus boutique, supporting students by offering free items such as professional clothing, household essentials, food and personal care products. A reminder from the committee that classmates can bring used suits, business attire and vintage Carroll gear to The Orange Thread while they are here for their 50th reunion weekend. This provides a unique opportunity to give back in a tangible way, adding a personal touch to your class gift donations.

Our Celebrations

Friday, October 4

President’s Reception for 50th Reunion | Medallion on Main Lawn | 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Exclusive gathering for Pioneers celebrating their 50th reunion (Class of 1974) and their guests. Hosted by President Cindy Gnadinger and her husband John Gnadinger.

50th Reunion Dinner & Golden Pioneer Pinning Ceremony | Stackner Ballroom, Campus Center | 5:30-9:00 p.m.

Pioneers from the Class of 1974, along with friends, family, and guests, will gather for this lively 50th Reunion celebration and Golden Pioneer pinning ceremony! Join fellow graduates and relive your days at Carroll, share stories, and connect with special guests from campus.

Saturday, October 5

Golden Pioneer Brunch Reunion | Stackner Ballroom | 11:00 a.m.

Brunch for all Golden Pioneers, any graduate from the class of 1974 or prior. This gathering will celebrate the milestone reunions for the classes of 1974 (50th Reunion), 1969 (55th Reunion), 1964 (60th Reunion), 1959 (65th Reunion), 1954 (70th Reunion), and 1949 (75th Reunion).

GRAND REUNION CELEBRATION | Stackner Ballroom | 5:00-9:00 p.m.

Celebrate Pioneers across the years! All alumni are invited back to campus to recognize milestone reunions in this GRAND celebration honoring the 50s (1954 and 1959), 60s (1964 and 1969), 70s (1974 and 1979), 80s (1984 and 1989), 90s (1994 and 1999), 2000s (2004 and 2009), 2010s (2014 and 2019), and 2024. Activities, food, music, games, dancing and more!

Sunday, October 6

Carroll Memorial Worship Service | Humphrey Memorial Chapel | 10:00 a.m.

Service to remember those in the Carroll community who have passed away in the past year, and in reunion years, as we conclude Homecoming & Reunion Weekend activities. Fellowship reception to follow in the Narthex.

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Class Gift Information

1984 reunion (class of 1074 at their 10th reunion in 1984)

Class of 1974 Milestone Reunion Gift

This once-in-a-lifetime event presents us with a special opportunity to work together to leave a legacy that ensures our spirit lives on at Carroll for generations to come. It’s our time to make a difference for future Carroll students! We will present our gift total at our reunion celebration.

Gifts Now: Gifts to our 50th Class Reunion can support any purpose at Carroll including student scholarships, programs, or The Carroll Fund. It all counts! Give now or maximize your impact with a gift through your IRA.

Gifts Pledged: All future contributions we pledge for the next five years will be recognized in the gift total we present at our reunion and can be designated for any purpose at Carroll. Please use the 5 Year Pledge form below to make your 50th Reunion pledge.

Gifts Planned: A gift in your will or trust counts for our 50th Reunion. Making Carroll the beneficiary of your retirement fund counts, too. We simply need to complete the Intention form below about our plans so that they may be counted and celebrated for our 50th class gift!

You will find the pledge form, gift intention form, and 50th Reunion Brochure below.

If you have questions or want to talk through your options, please contact our 50^th reunion staff liaison, Katie Cyrus, assistant director of gift planning, at 262-951-3014 or kcyrus@5675n.com.

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