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55th Reunion for the Class of 1971

Welcome Home Class of 1971

Join us on campus for Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, November 6-8! Follow these steps to get ready for your 55th Reunion Weekend:

  • Save the Date: November 6-8
    Mark Homecoming & Reunion Weekend on your calendar! Events will begin on Friday, November 6.
  • Book Your Travel
    Book your hotel (or Airbnb/VRBO) early, as Winston-Salem hotels can fill up quickly. Consider making a reservation in the Golden Deacs hotel block at Doubletree on University Parkway! Please note that hotel availability may fluctuate as rooms are held and released.
  • Connect with Friends
    Fire up those group chats, reconnect on social media, dial up those phone trees, and start making your plans to return to Winston-Salem.
  • Register to Attend
    Registration is open! Be sure to register online in advance.

Who’s Coming Back?

  • Charles Forrest ('71)
  • Shirley (Swanson) Gregory ('71)
  • Bob Mills ('71, MBA '80)
  • Lynn (Padgett) Padgett-Brown ('71)
  • David Parsons ('71)

Reunion Events

Register

Golden Deacs Luncheon
Friday, November 6th
Benson University Center, Rm 401
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Golden Deacs Luncheon
Friday, November 6, 2026
Benson University Center, Rm 401
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
11:00 AM – Registration opens, Benson Patio
11:30 AM – Class Photos
11:45 AM – Buffet line opens
Join members of your class and other Golden Deacs for a class photo, buffet lunch, and our special guest, Dr. Peter Rodriguez, 15th President of Wake Forest.
Cost: $25

Class of 1971 – 55th Reunion
Friday, November 6th
6:00-8:00 PM Greene Hall
Join classmates for drinks and appetizers in Greene Hall, just steps away from Party So Dear on Mag Quad.
Cost: $20

1971 Reunion Committee
Please email if you would like to join the 55th Reunion Committee!

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