Welcome back, Golden Tigers! Join us on April 16–18 for Alumni Reunion Weekend, where we will gather to celebrate Brenau’s shining future. Our time together will be a blend of cherished traditions and new innovations. Whether you are returning to the Historic Campus or exploring the vibrant developments at our Downtown Campus, this weekend is designed to reconnect you with the mentors, classmates, and memories that shaped your journey.
We have curated a schedule that offers something for every interest! Experience the intellectual energy of the Innovation, Inquiry, & Creativity Symposium, or immerse yourself in the arts during the Gainesville Art Walk and the Alumni Artist Juried Exhibition. For those who cherish our long-standing traditions, we look forward to seeing you at Class Day, the crowning of the May Queen, and the Sorority Open Houses.
A key highlight of the weekend will be the Brenau Awards Dinner & Ceremony, where we will celebrate the achievements of our alumni awardees and Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. We are especially excited to honor our 50th Reunion cluster—the Classes of 1975, 1976, and 1977—with the presentation of commemorative medallions and 24K Club pins, alongside special recognition for all classes ending in 1 and 6. From our Muffins & Mimosas Kickoff to the final performance of the Alumni Dance Concert, every moment is an opportunity to reconnect with the Brenau community.
Brenau’s future shines brightest because of your continued dedication. This year, we invite you to participate in the silent auction, held virtually and in person, and the Golden Decades Giving Challenge to support the next generation. Every contribution, regardless of size, makes a meaningful impact on our students’ lives. We look forward to hosting you, celebrating our legacy and toasting to our shining future together!
Emily K. Reid, MBA
Director of Alumni Engagement
Schedule
Thursday, April 16
- SILENT AUCTION
- 9 – 5 p.m., Pearce Auditorium
- The silent auction items will be on display throughout the weekend in the Upper Dining Hall (link location) and also online!
- GAINESVILLE ART WALK
- 2 – 8 p.m., Gainesville Square & Brenau Galleries
- All five Brenau art galleries will be open. The Gainesville trolleys will make rotations to all Brenau galleries.
- Manhattan Gallery – Permanent Collection on Display
- Renaissance Gallery – Alumni Juried Exhibition
- Sellars Gallery & President’s Gallery – Brenau Collaborative Exhibits
- Leo Castelli Gallery – Josué Morales Urbina Solo Exhibition “Interstices”
- BRENAU ALUMNI ARTIST JURIED EXHIBITION – MEET & GREET WITH THE ARTISTS
- 5 – 7 p.m., Renaissance Gallery
- BRENAU FASHION SHOW AND COLLABORATIVE
- 6 – 8 p.m., Pearce Auditorium, Reception to follow in Sellars Gallery and Presidents Gallery
- GTA ALUMNI NIGHT AT INTO THE WOODS
- 7:30 p.m., Ed Cabell Theatre
Friday, April 17
- REGISTRATION & SILENT AUCTION
- 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- All registration packets will be located at Brenau’s Downtown Center
- The silent auction items will be on display throughout the weekend in the Upper Dining Hall and also online!
- MUFFINS & MIMOSAS: ALUMNI REUNION WEEKEND KICK-OFF ALUMNI ARTIST JURIED EXHIBITION RECEPTION IN THE RENAISSANCE GALLERY
- 10 – 11:30 a.m., Renaissance Gallery
- Kick off Alumni Reunion Weekend right with muffins and mimosas and enjoy the alumni artist exhibition presented by the Brenau Galleries.
- INNOVATION, INQUIRY, & CREATIVITY (IIC) REGISTRATION OPEN DOWNTOWN CENTER
- The IIC Symposium is a research event featuring undergraduate, graduate, alumni, faculty, and guest presentations that span disciplines as diverse as fine arts and humanities, education, health, science, business and communication. The symposium will be held in the Brenau University Downtown Center and the Brenau University Renaissance Building in Gainesville, Georgia. Presentations will be made in person and live via Zoom.
- To submit a proposal, view the schedule of sessions, and more click here.
- OPENING SESSION AND KEYNOTE ADDRESS
- 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m., Brenau Downtown Center, Ballroom
- IIC SYMPOSIUM SESSIONS
- 10 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- NETWORKING LUNCH
- Noon – 1 p.m., Brenau Downtown Center Ballroom
- Join us for a midday break where we will serve a variety of delicious options. This is a great chance to network, reflect on the morning’s proceedings from the IIC Symposium, and prepare for the afternoon’s sessions.
- GOLD REFINED SOCIETY LUNCH AT THE STAG
- By invitation only
- Noon – 1:30 p.m., The Stag
- The Gold Refined Society is for alumni who completed all five years of the FIRE Program.
- CAMPUS TOURS
- Tours will leave at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. from Yonah Lobby.
- GALLERIES & ARCHIVES OPEN HOUSE
- 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- Brenau Collaborative in Sellars Gallery and Presidents Gallery
- Josué Morales Urbina Solo Exhibition, Interstices, in the Leo Castelli Gallery
- Don’t miss the special exhibit on display in the Archives in Brenau’s Trustee Library.
- HAPPY HOUR DOWNTOWN CENTER/ DARBY COURTYARD
- 4 p.m. – 5:30 pm, Brenau Downtown Center and Darby School Courtyard
- PRESIDENT’S CLUB RECEPTION
- By invitation only
- 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., Renaissance Gallery
- The President’s Club is all donors who give $1,000+ annually to Brenau. Please join us for a reception with President David L. Barnett.
- BRENAU AWARDS DINNER & CEREMONY
- 5:30 – 8 p.m., Brenau Downtown Center Ballroom
- Join us for the Brenau Awards Dinner and Ceremony, a distinguished evening celebrating the achievements of our alumni awardees, including inductees into the Athletics Hall of Fame. The night will feature special recognition of the 50th Reunion cluster—Classes of 1975, 1976, and 1977—with the presentation of commemorative medallions and 24K Club pins, along with reunion pins for classes ending in 1 and 6. Enjoy music, dinner, and drinks as you reconnect with friends and honor Brenau excellence.
- AFTERPARTY AT TAP IT
- 8 – 11 p.m.
- Head to Tap It after the Brenau Awards Dinner & Ceremony for drinks, live music, and a great night out with friends and colleagues.
Saturday, April 18
- REGISTRATION
- 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Yonah Lobby
- All registration packets will be located in Yonah Lobby
- SILENT AUCTION
- The silent auction items will be on display throughout the weekend in the Upper Dining Hall and also online!
- Silent Auction items will be available to view in the Upper Dining Room until 3:45 p.m.
- GALLERIES OPEN HOUSE
- 9 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
- Brenau Collaborative in Sellars Gallery and Presidents Gallery
- Josué Morales Urbina Solo Exhibition, Interstices, in the Leo Castelli Gallery
- CLASS DAY
- 9 a.m. – 10 a.m., Pearce Auditorium & The Crow’s Nest
- Presented by Brenau’s Office of Student Development & Engagement
- HGH: COFFEE & CONNECT
- By invitation only
- 9:30 – 10 a.m., Lockett-Mitchell Parlour
- CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH
- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wilkes Porch & Lawn
- CLASS PHOTOS
- 11 a.m. – Noon
- 2010s & 2020s
- ’80s, ’90s, 2000s
- 50th anniversary classes of 1974 – 76, ’70s
- ’50s, ‘60s, Academy
- Current Students
- MAHJONG ON THE LAWN
- 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
- Join us on the Wilkes Lawn for a chic Alumni Reunion Weekend moment featuring mahjong for beginners and seasoned players alike.
- MAY COURT PRESENTATION
- 2 p.m. – 3 p.m., Front lawn by the Crow’s Nest
- Brenau’s Office of Student Development and Engagement presents this timeless tradition, crowning the May Queen and wrapping the Maypole.
- SORORITY OPEN HOUSE
- 3 p.m. – 5 p.m., Sorority Houses
- ALUMNI HOUSE RECEPTION
- 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Walters House
- For those who would like to keep the conversations going, the Walter’s Alumni House is open to all to hang out and relax!
- BRENAU ALUMNI DANCE RECEPTION & CONCERT
- End Reunion Weekend on a high note with the Brenau Alumni Dance Concert. Enjoy a pre-concert reception in Redwine Lobby from 5–6 p.m., then take your seats for an inspiring performance from 6–8 p.m., in Hosch Theatre featuring the talent, passion, and artistry of Brenau alumni.
Hotel Accommodations
Courtyard by Marriott
(Our rate $189/night)
New hotel in between Brenau’s historic campus, the downtown campus, and the Gainesville square!
Room block available through Monday, March 16th.
Hilton Garden Inn, Gainesville
(Our rate: $139/night)
Corporate Code: 2692796
Fairfield Inn & Suites Gainesville
(Our rate $119/night)
Hampton Inn, Gainesville
(Our rate: $119/night)
Corporate Code: 0002692796
TownPlace Suites
(Our rate $119/night)
Comfort Inn & Suites
(Our rate $119/night)
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