We hope everyone had a great weekend September 12 – 14 in Jacksonville, Illinois for reminiscing and renewing friendships.
Check out photos from the event!
Dinner & Awards, at Chapter II (Library)
REUNIONS
We hosted members of the classes of 1955, 1965, 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005, and 2015 to return for a reunion year.
As this is the 50th Anniversary of the founding of Holy Fools, many joined us and be part of the program and celebration.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEKEND
Friday September 12
5:30-8:00
Welcome Reception at Twisted Tree Winery, 1061 E. Morton Avenue
All MacMurray alumni and friends welcome
Wine, beer, and hors d’oeuvres
Recognition of Reunion classes.
Pre-Register @ $25.00 (includes 1 drink ticket)
Friday Evening
Informal Gathering at Bahans
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
8:30-11:00
Registration, T-shirts, and continental breakfast
under the Tent on the lawn of the (former) President’s house
Pre-Register @ $25
9:30-10:00
Remembrance ceremony for Rich Laren ’83
10:00am-4:00pm
MacMurray memorabilia available for purchase at the Jacksonville Area Museum
Visit the NEW MacMurray College display at the Jacksonville Area Museum
11:00am
Phi Nu Tea
Room inside Mac Hall
(Follow the signs posted in the hallway)
11:00am-2:00pm
Lazy Laker Food Truck
Join MacFam under the tent
Lawn games
12:00-1:30pm
Tour of former Mac buildings: Mac Hall, Midwest Athletic Center, Chapel, Library
2:00-3:30
Foundation Awards
50th anniversary celebration of Holy Fools
The Chapel (formerly Annie Merner Chapel)
4:00-5:00
Alumni Flag football game
Routt Football Field – former Freesen Field
5:30-8:00
Alumni dinner at Chapter II Events (formerly Henry Pfeiffer Library)
Catered by Cured Catering, owned by alumnus Brian Reilly ’99
Alumni Awards
Pre-Register @ $50.00 (includes I drink ticket)
Saturday Evening
Informal gatherings in town
Check with members of your class for location
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
10:00 a.m.
Lead Pastor Perry Case of The Chapel, in the historic Annie Merner Chapel, invites all MacMurray College alumni and friends to attend their Sunday morning service at 10:00 a.m. (Come early for fellowship, if you’d like.)
ALUMNI AWARDS
The Alumni Awards are a continuation of recognition and awards previously conducted by MacMurray Alumni Board while the college was active. MacMurray Foundation is proud to continue these special recognitions and honors
Distinguished Alumni Award
- Any alumnus or alumnae (who attended MacMurray for at least two semesters or is a graduate) who has distinguished himself/herself within his/her chosen field and through service to MacMurray or their community.
- Distinguished Career Award
- A graduate or student of at least three years who has exhibited excellence and outstanding work in his/her chosen career or occupation.
Community Service Award
- A graduate or student of at least three years who has distinguished himself/herself through outstanding volunteer service to his/her community.