Drexel Class of 1976 and the Golden Dragon Society
At Alumni Weekend we honor our alumni who graduated 50-or-more years ago and are members of the Golden Dragon Society.
This year marks the golden 50-year reunion for the Drexel and Pennsylvania College of Optometry Classes of 1976. Congratulations on this special milestone!
THURSDAY, MAY 7
Class of 1976 Welcome Dinner
5:30 to 8 p.m.; Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery, Main Building
Kick off your reunion weekend at this intimate, seated dinner, surrounded by the artwork of the A.J. Drexel Picture Gallery which houses 19th Century European artwork, as well as portraits by A.J. Drexel’s father, Francis Martin Drexel.
*This event is exclusively for the Class of 1976
FRIDAY, MAY 8
Golden Dragon Society Luncheon
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Behrakis Grand Hall, Creese Student Center
Join President Antonio Merlo, PhD for this special luncheon celebrating the Class of 1976’s induction into the Golden Dragon Society. We’ll take a class photo and present the Golden Dragon Society Award.
“Dorm Objects” Exhibit Tour
2 to 3 p.m.; 3rd Floor, Main Building
“Dorm Objects,” curated by Joseph H. Larnerd, PhD, assistant professor of art history, and Lynn Clouser Waddell, executive director of Drexel collections and exhibitions, asks the question: How do objects in dorms and other university-run residential spaces shape students' lived experiences? Enjoy a student-guided tour of the exhibition which features objects and photographs accompanied by interpretive labels written by students as well as Drexel alumni.
Estate Planning with David Toll, JD, Senior Associate Vice President, Gift Planning
2:30 to 3 p.m.; Lockheed Martin Launchpad, MacAlister Hall
Creating a personalized estate plan is the most important thing you can do to make sure that your wishes are honored after you’re gone. But estate planning is not a “one and done.” Life happens and, over the years, things change, and your estate plan needs to change with it. It’s important to review and update not only your will, but also the beneficiary designations for your retirement assets, life insurance policies and bank accounts to ensure that the right people and organizations are included…and the wrong ones are not.
Robert and Penny Fox Historic Costume Collection Tour
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.; URBN Center
Join Cara Fry Curator and Associate Professor of Design Art & History Clare Sauro for a behind-the-scenes tour of the Robert and Penny Fox Historic Costume Collection. Heralded as a “world-class collection of fashion and textiles” by The Wall Street Journal, the Fox Collection is a museum-quality collection of more than 20,000 garments, textiles, and other related materials.
Sauro will be joined by Ali Howell Abolo, PhD, assistant professor and program director of Fashion Design at the Westphal College of Media Arts & Design. Howell Abolo is the guest curator of Aso Ebi: Threads of Tradition, the latest exhibition in the Fox Costume Collection Gallery.
Snacks and Seltzers
2 to 4 p.m.; Perelman Plaza (Outside of the Main Building)
Take a break and stop by the Perelman Plaza for snacks and refreshments. No registration required.
SATURDAY, MAY 9
University Update with President Merlo
1 to 2 p.m.; Mandell Theatre; Creese Student Center
Alumni are invited to join Drexel’s 16th president for a conversation highlighting recent milestones, the bold plans guiding the University’s future and how you can get involved and serve as an ambassador for Drexel.
College and School Open Houses and Events
Various times; Various locations
Stop by any of these events to see some of the latest and greatest happenings taking place at Drexel’s colleges and schools.
- College of Engineering and Computing Open House
- Westphal LED Volume Wall Interactive Demo
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Uncorking the Art of Wine with Pennoni Honors College
- We Are All Public Health
Drexel Veteran Alumni Network Reception
3 to 5 p.m.; Masci Family Student Veterans Lounge, Gerri. C. LeBow Hall
Learn more about DVAN, hear updates from the Center for Military and Veteran Services and get to know your fellow military-connected alumni and students.
DUBAC Alumni Weekend Mixer
3 to 5 p.m.; Anthony J. Drexel Picture Gallery, Main Building
Mix and mingle with fellow members and friends of the Drexel University Black Alumni Council at its annual mixer and awards ceremony. Celebrate the achievements of this year's award recipients over drinks and hors d’oeuvres with friends and then keep the party going at Blue and Golden Hour!
Blue and Golden Hour
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Gather Food Hall
Close out Alumni Weekend at golden hour with a culinary journey through Philadelphia’s international flavors! Gather with fellow alumni at the brand-new Gather Food Hall, an imaginative space just steps from Drexel’s campus that showcases the city’s diversity and vibrancy.
Enjoy a lively atmosphere with drinks and food tastings from a variety of local vendors — the perfect way to savor the spirit of Philly and celebrate together.
GOLDEN DRAGON SOCIETY FACEBOOK GROUP
Use this private online community for all Drexel alumni from the Classes of 1976 and prior to connect with your fellow Dragons, share photos and life updates, and get up-to-date Alumni Weekend and reunion information. You must have a Facebook account to be part of the group.
HOTEL AND PARKING INFORMATION
A limited number of rooms have been reserved for you and your classmates at the Study Hotel at University City at a discounted rate of $249 per night (excluding taxes and fees). Make your reservation here by Monday, April 6.
Throughout the weekend, complimentary campus parking will be provided in the Drexel Parking Garage at 34th and Ludlow streets.
MAKE A GIFT TO SHOW YOUR PRIDE
Alumni Weekend is a time to reconnect with classmates, visit campus and carry on your Class's legacy by creating opportunities for the next generation of students. You can make a gift to the area of Drexel University or the Pennsylvania College of Optometry that was impactful on your experience or career: co-op, scholarship, research, athletics, your school or any initiative on campus.