Alumni Reunion Weekend
2022 Alumni Reunion Weekend
Franklin Pierce University is excited to welcome all alumni back to the Rindge Campus on June 24-26, 2022 for Alumni Reunion Weekend! This year also marks the 60th Anniversary of the University, which promises to make it an extra special time to celebrate!
We are pleased to present the following schedule of events during the weekend. All events are included in your registration fee ($25), and are open to significant others and family members.
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alumni reunion weekend schedule
Please note: Reunion schedule, program offerings, event times and locations are subject to change. |
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4 – 7 p.m. |
Registration and Hospitality Lounge Marulli Welcome Center, Peterson Manor Your first stop to begin the Alumni Reunion Weekend festivities will be at the registration and hospitality center. Stop in to pick up your name badge, giveaways, campus maps, and schedules. Pioneer and AABOD guests may also check-in to housing at this time.
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5 – 7 p.m. |
Pioneer Reception – Graduates from 1966 - 1972 Lakeside Education Center Join fellow alumni from the classes of 1966 - 1972 at a casual reception on Pearly Pond.
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Please note: Reunion schedule, program offerings, event times and locations are subject to change. |
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Time |
Event Details |
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9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
Registration, Check-In, and Hospitality Lounge Marulli Welcome Center, Peterson Manor Your first stop to begin the Alumni Reunion Weekend festivities will be at the registration and hospitality center. Stop in to pick up your name badge, giveaways, campus maps, and schedules. Pioneer and AABOD guests may also check-in to housing at this time.
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9 – 10:30 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast Dining Hall, Emily Flint Campus Center Enjoy breakfast with fellow alumni on campus. |
10 a.m. |
Class Meetings and Pioneer Classes Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting Cheney Hall Classrooms Take time to connect with your classmates, catch up on the past, and plan for your day!
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10:30 a.m. |
State of the University presented by President Mooney ’83 and Class of 1972 with a special recognition ceremony Cheney Hall Join President Mooney ’83 for an update on the State of the University and help us celebrate the Class of 1972 to with a special recognition ceremony.
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11 – 11:30 a.m. |
Alumni Association Annual Meeting Cheney Hall 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.
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11 a.m. – 12 p.m. |
Golf Cart Tours of Campus Tour Tours leave every 15 minutes from Clifford Coles Hall. Enjoy a student guided tour of the 1,200-acre Rindge Campus. Let your tour guide know if you have any special requests!
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12 p.m. |
We Remember Well Alumni Memorial Monument, Marcucella Hall Together we will remember those in the alumni community that we have lost over the last year.
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12 – 2 p.m. |
Lunch – Summer Seasonal Favorites and Local Brews Spagnuolo Hall Join us for a variety of summer New England favorites and a selection of local brews.
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1– 2 p.m. |
Guided Hike on the Place Trail Join us for a guided hike and open discussion about the history of the natural landscape along the beautiful Place Trail. Hike lasts approximately 45 minutes and includes varied terrain.
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1 – 3 p.m. |
Library Archives Exhibit Library Archives and Reading Room Visit our Pierce@60 commemorative display and explore the best of the physical and digital archives at Franklin Pierce University.
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2 - 4 p.m. |
Pearly House Tour and Talk Visit with President Kim Mooney ’83 and Greg Walsh at their home on Pearly Pond. Enjoy the views of the pond and Mount Monadnock, and spend some time connecting with President Mooney.
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2 – 5 p.m. |
Open Waterfront Recreation Enjoy all that Pearly Pond has to offer! Take a canoe ride, kayak, or try out a stand-up paddle board. Challenge your classmates to a friendly game of cornhole, kanjam, spikeball, ladder ball or giant Jenga. The Lakeside Educational Center will be open for changing and refreshments throughout the afternoon.
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5 p.m. |
Pierce@60 Celebration and Weekend Wrap-Up Lakeside Education Center
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6 p.m. |
Cookout Dinner on the Waterfront or Dinner on Your Own Lakeside Education Center
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9 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
Be sure to visit the Campus Bookstore for your Pierce@60 swag!
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Please note: Reunion schedule, program offerings, event times and locations are subject to change. |
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Time |
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8:30 - 10:30 a.m. |
Continental Breakfast and Check-Out Marulli Center, Peterson Manor Join us for a continental breakfast in Peterson Manor. Pioneer and AABOD guests may also check-out at this time. |
accomodations
A room block is being held for Franklin Pierce Reunion guests at the following location:
Best Western Plus Keene Hotel
401 Winchester Street, Keene, NH
Rates: Friday, June 24 - $239/night; Saturday, June 25 - $289/night
Please reserve your room by May 28, 2022 directly with the Best Western Plus Keene
use this link or by calling (603) 357-3038. Guests should identify themselves as guest of Franklin
Pierce University room block.
View information on other accommodations within the area
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
(603) 899-1131
alumni@franklinpierce.edu
Mon - Fri, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.