Save the Date: Thursday, October 5 - Saturday, October 7
Join all your alumni friends at this decade reunion from Thursday, October 5, 2023 - Saturday, October 7, 2023. All graduates from classes in the 1970s are invited to attend our '70s Alumni Weekend events! This weekend will feature a special event for the Class of 1973's 50th Reunion.
Thursday, October 5 | 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Richardson-Olmsted Campus Tour and The Richardson Happy Hour
Location: 444 Forest Avenue, Buffalo NY 14213
Price: $15
The Richardson Olmsted Campus is a 42-acre site that is Buffalo State University's next door neighbor. Kick of the '70s Reunion Weekend with a Happy Hour at The Richardson Hotel. The Richardson Hotel is newly renovated and authentic to it's historic bones. Happy Hour will be on the second floor of the Richardson and will overlook the beautiful Olmsted Campus. After enjoying a cocktail, take a tour of the Richardson Olmsted Campus, and learn about the rich history of Buffalo.
Friday, October 6 | 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Communication, Record, and WBNY Reunion
Location: Buffalo State University, 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222
Price: $15
Join us for a tour of the Communication Department, TV Studio, and WBNY/WSCB. The tour will begin at Buckham Hall in B141. Seeing your previous lecture halls are sure to bring back some memories. From there, we will head to Campus House for a Happy Hour.
Friday, October 6 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
'70s Welcome Back Reception
Location: Science and Mathematics Center: 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222
Price: $15
Start the night off at 6:00 pm with a '70s theme light show presentation at the Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium in the newly renovated Science and Math Complex. Followed by a welcome reception at 6:30 pm with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, '70s music, and trivia! Are you ready to get your '70s groove on? We'll see you there!
Saturday, October 7 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Class of 1973's 50th Reunion Brunch
Location: Burchfield Penney Art Center, 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222
Price: $25
Class of 1973, celebrate your 50th reunion with us! Starting at 10am, join us at the Burchfield Penney Art Center at Buffalo State for a tour of the artwork on display. At 11am, mingle with your class & enjoy brunch in the Art Center. Program for the event is to be determined and will be communicated once they are finalized.
Saturday, October 7 | 1:00PM - 3:00 pm
Campus Tours at the JVL Alumni & Visitor Center
Location: JVL Alumni & Visitor Center, 1300 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14222
Price: Free
Meet the Alumni Staff at the JVL Alumni & Visitor Center for a tour of campus! Take a stroll down memory lane and visit your old stomping ground on campus. We'll stop by Rockwell Hall, pass through the Bengal Quad, and visit some new buildings on campus. Included in the tour is admission to Burchfield Penney Art Center and a Campus Bookstore discount!
Saturday, October 7 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
'70s Reunion Reception & Dinner
Location: JVL Alumni & Visitor Center in Costello Hall
Price: $35 for early registration, $45 at the door
After a fun filled day with alumni groups from the '70s, sit down and share a delightful meal with friends and former classmates. A reception will begin at 6:00 pm, followed by the sit down dinner at 7:00 pm. The dinner will be buffet style, and a program of events will be shared with all once it is finalized.