This spring marks 50 years since David Cutler ’74 and other members of the Class of 1974 graduated from SUNY Oswego. In recognition of this historic milestone, Cutler has issued a challenge to his classmates.
“If members of the Class of 1974 collectively give $50,000 to The Fund for Oswego by June 30, 2024, I will match it with an additional $50,000 and establish a special Class of 1974 Scholarship,” Cutler said.
He said he hopes to inspire his classmates to consider the role that the university has played in shaping their careers and lives.
“As we approach our 50th class reunion, I can't help but reflect on the incredible memories, friendships and experiences we’ve shared and the impact that they’ve made on our lives,” said Cutler, who graduated with a social sciences degree and went on to found the Arapahoe Community Treatment Center in Englewood, Colo., which served the community for decades before he sold the center in 2017.
“Now, as we come together to celebrate this remarkable milestone, we have an opportunity to give back to the institution that played such a pivotal role in our personal and intellectual growth,” he said.
The 50th class often attracts the highest number of alumni attendees at the annual Reunion Weekend, which this year will be held June 6 to 9 in Oswego.
Based on feedback from a survey of alumni, the Reunion Engagement and Philanthropy Committee has re-envisioned some of the all-alumni events throughout the weekend, including for the 50th class.
Here’s a look at a few of the tentative events being planned for Reunion Weekend 2024:
- Thursday Class of 1974 Reunion Kick-Off Dinner at Vona’s Restaurant
- Friday morning Golf Outing at Battle Island State Park
- Friday afternoon Class of 1974 Reception and Remembrance Ceremony
- Friday evening Welcome Back BBQ at Fallbrook
- Saturday morning 5K Fun Run/Walk on campus
- Saturday morning Golden Alumni Society Breakfast and Induction Ceremony
- Saturday Alumni Awards Presentations and University Update
- Saturday afternoon “Taste of SUNY Oswego,” featuring campus/dining center favorites
- Saturday night “We Are Family” Alumni Social at Lake Ontario Event and Conference Center
- Informational and entertaining presentations by alumni, faculty and staff throughout the weekend
Plus, the campus will be open for tours of favorite buildings, while several popular places, including Rice Creek, Penfield Library and the Veterans Lounge, will host customized gatherings and events in honor of alumni!
All alumni are welcome, with special events being planned for the following groups and classes who are celebrating milestone anniversaries:
- 20th Cluster – ’03, ’04, ’05
- 25th – 1999
- 40th – 1984
- 45th Cluster – ’78, ’79, ’80
- 50th – 1974
- 55th – 1969
- 60th – 1964
- 65th – 1959
- 70th – 1954
- 75th – 1949
- Beta Tau Epsilon – 85th anniversary
- Mu Beta Psi – 30th anniversary
- Phi Lambda Phi – 65th anniversary
- Swimming & Diving – 60th anniversary
Stay tuned to the Reunion website, alumni.oswego.edu/reunion, for registration, which opens in April.
-- Submitted by University Advancement