06/25/2024
SUNY Cortland alumni who graduated between 2014 and 2024 now have an added incentive to return to Cortland for Alumni Reunion 2024, thanks to a money-saving deal offered by the SUNY Cortland Alumni Association.
The first 30 Graduates of the Last Decade (G.O.L.D.) who register for the G.O.L.D. Deal at Alumni Reunion will have access to two Reunion special events and an overnight stay in Glass Tower Hall for only $20, normally an $80 value, according to Lima Stafford-Campbell ’12, M ’21, assistant director of alumni engagement.
Reunion runs from Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 14, with more than 350 alumni already registered to attend.
Eligible alumni can get lodging in Glass Tower Hall for only $20, instead of $40, on Saturday during reunion.
“We encourage people to stay on campus because it’s affordable,” Stafford-Campbell said. “We do ask them to bring their own linen.”
The G.O.L.D. deal also includes free admission and a drink at the “Young Alumni Happy Hour” and the annual “Brews and Barbecue All-Reunion Bash” on Saturday, June 13, valued at $40.
“It would be great for them to come to Brews and Barbecue,” Stafford-Campbell said. "It’s the premier event, a chance to meet everyone in one place. There will be games, a DJ, and a casual gathering of people to have some great discussions.”
The last day to register is Sunday, June 30.
Of course, recent graduates aren’t the only alumni who have a lot to look forward to at Reunion. Milestone and featured groups include:
- Half Century Reunion groups (Class of 1974 and earlier)
- 1959 — 65th Reunion
- 1964 — 60th Reunion
- 1969 — 55th Reunion
- Class of 1974 — 50th Reunion
- Class of 1979 — 45th Reunion
- 40th Cluster Reunion — Classes of 1983, 1984, 1985
- Class of 1999 — 25th Reunion
- Delta Kappa Beta (1925-1991) fraternity
- Alpha Sigma/Alpha Sigma Alpha sorority
- Latiné/Hispanic based organizations
- Student Activities Board (SAB) Board of Governors
“While these groups are featured, we invite everyone to come back and join their classmates for a long weekend filled with fun and exciting events and activities,” said Erin Boylan, executive director of alumni engagement. “Be sure to check out our full schedule of events, including schedules for use of campus recreational facilities.”
Lodging accommodations at area hotels and on campus are available. On-campus lodging can be purchased through the registration form.
Once again, there is the opportunity to showcase a business or celebrate reuniting with friends in Cortland by purchasing one of the Sponsorship Packages to support the weekend or the annual Red and White Golf Classic. Returning alumni also are encouraged to support SUNY Cortland, the students and the Reunion Giving Challenge by making a gift to the university when registering.
“Reunion is your reason to come home to SUNY Cortland, and have a great time reminiscing and reconnecting with your fellow Red Dragons,” Boylan said. “Come back to see all the developments on campus and have a blast.”
Additional information regarding the weekend — including parking, shuttles, attire and more — can be found here. For answers to additional questions, contact Alumni Engagement at 607-753-2516.