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60th Reunion for the Class of 1965

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The Class of 1965 will celebrate your 60th reunion October 24-26 and we can’t wait to see you back on campus!

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Weekend Overview

The festivities begin at lunch on Friday!  We will gather at the Benson University Center for the Golden Deacs Luncheon where we will have a class photo and receive our 60 year pins. Look for tables marked for the 60th Reunion, so we can sit with classmates. The afternoon offers multiple opportunities including Party So Dear which begins at 4:30 P.M. On Saturday, enjoy the Alumni Tailgate and the WFU vs SMU football game.

Check out our full schedule of events to learn more about various special tours and talks happening across campus all weekend!

Game tickets will be available directly through the ticket office by calling (336)758-3322 or online at godeacs.com . More exciting plans for the weekend are being finalized, so check back for updates. 

I hope you’ll make plans to join us for a memorable weekend!  Contact your friends, make your hotel reservations. Looking forward to seeing you October 24-26th!

Go Deacs!
Class of 1965 Reunion Committee

For Hotel Reservations
DoubleTree

5790 University Parkway
(336) 767-9595 (Ask for Wake Forest Golden Deacs Block) or book online.
Room Rate: $219
Book By: September 23

Reunion Events

Golden Deacs Lunch
Friday, October 24
11:00 A.M. – Welcome Desk Opens
11:30 A.M. – Class Photo
Noon – Buffet Lunch
Benson University Center Rm 401
The Class of 1965 is invited to attend the Golden Deacs Luncheon on Friday when you will receive your 60 year pins and and hear from Wake Forest’s Football Coach, Jake Dickert.
Attire: Black & Gold Fun & Festive
Cost: $20

Golden Deacs Buffet Luncheon
House Salad (V/GF)
Shrimp & Grits
Herbed Chicken Breasts (GF)
Roasted Potatoes (GF)
Green Beans (GF)
Rolls with Butter
Assorted Desserts
Tea & Water

Class of 1965 Dinner
Friday, October 24
5:30 – 7:30 P.M.
River Birch Lodge, Canoe Room
3324 Robinhood Road
Join classmates for dinner at locally- owned River Birch Lodge. Guests will order from a limited menu in a private dining room setting.
Cost: $30

Reunion Committee
Jack Brown
Doyle Early
George Fleetwood
Martha Swain Wood

Questions?
reunion@wfu.edu or call 800.752.8568

Click to view the 1965 Howler