Alumni News
Spring Migration Weekend & Military Appreciation Day
Washington College alums returned to the Eastern Shore for the yearly Spring Migration Alumni Weekend at the end of April. On Friday, April 26, they enjoyed the Seventh Annual Ed Athey Golf Tournament, Professor Bob Mooney’s final class, reunion cocktail parties, and a waterfront party with a live performance by Dell Foxx Company.
Saturday, alums participated in alumni athletics games, joined the Owings Library Terrace dedication, and held the annual and beloved men’s lacrosse Fish Fry.
The event followed the very first Washington College Military Appreciation Day, hosted by the men’s lacrosse team to honor the dedication and sacrifice of Washington College veterans who have played a significant role throughout our history in defending and protecting the freedom of the United States and its citizens.
During halftime of the game against Gettysburg (which the Shoremen ended up winning 18-14), 33 veterans were honored with an American flag unfurling ceremony. Guest speaker Christopher Ely ’70 detailed each veteran’s military experience and accolades as far back as the Korean War. Dozens of volunteers from the Washington College community took part in the ceremony, particularly in the unfurling of the flag, which covered 80% of Kibler Field.
Marine Colonel Edward “Ted” Greeley ’93 was featured for his military service during the ceremony. The Washington College community would like to thank John “Jay” Elliott ’75 for both his time and his desire to honor our veterans with this ceremony.
Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics Thad Moore gives opening remarks for the afternoon golf flight at the Annual Ed Athey Golf Tournament. Photo by Tim Corrao
Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics Thad Moore gives opening remarks for the afternoon golf flight at the Annual Ed Athey Golf Tournament. Photo by Tim Corrao
(From left) Keen Griffin ’21, Ben Flood ’18, Robert Eigenrauch ’23, Ryan Leahy ’22, Maddie Knight ’22, and Cecily Docktor ‘19 enjoy the Lacrosse Fish Fry. Photo by Tim Corrao
(From left) Keen Griffin ’21, Ben Flood ’18, Robert Eigenrauch ’23, Ryan Leahy ’22, Maddie Knight ’22, and Cecily Docktor ‘19 enjoy the Lacrosse Fish Fry. Photo by Tim Corrao
(From left) Aaron Barclay ’20, Nick Popolizio ’18, Luke D’Ostilio ’19, and PJ Mikulus ’18 at the Spring Migration River Party. Photo by Tim Corrao
(From left) Aaron Barclay ’20, Nick Popolizio ’18, Luke D’Ostilio ’19, and PJ Mikulus ’18 at the Spring Migration River Party. Photo by Tim Corrao
Commencement & Reunion Weekend
Ahead of the 2024 Commencement Ceremony, alums were invited to take part in several celebrations on and around campus. On Friday, members of the Class of 1974 enjoyed a Crab Feast at the Semans-Griswold Environmental Hall. That evening, the Older and Wiser Alumni (OWLs) dinner was held at the Casey Academic Center.
Saturday, alums were invited to enjoy breakfast at the Alumni House before the Riverside All-Campus Picnic featuring boat rides on the Chester. Later, alums toasted the graduating seniors in the Underwood Lobby of Gibson, followed by the 1782 Society’s Preakness viewing party.
Enjoying the 50th Reunion Crab Feast for the Class of 1974 are (left to right) Norberto “Novy” Viamonte ’73, Patrica Perry Viamonte ’73, Pamela Ciganek P’15 P’20, Terry Wood Commodore ’74, Norris Commodore Jr. ’73, Mitch Mowell ’73, and Michael Mann ’73. Photo by Matt Spangler
Enjoying the 50th Reunion Crab Feast for the Class of 1974 are (left to right) Norberto “Novy” Viamonte ’73, Patrica Perry Viamonte ’73, Pamela Ciganek P’15 P’20, Terry Wood Commodore ’74, Norris Commodore Jr. ’73, Mitch Mowell ’73, and Michael Mann ’73. Photo by Matt Spangler
(Left to Right) Stephanie Koenig Wasserbly P’01, Dr. Cori Crane, Kathy Oakley Durkee ’65, Fannie Hobba Shenk ‘84 P’15 ‘19, and Renée Bench P’18 enjoyed the 1782 Society’s annual Preakness Party. Photo by Matt Spangler
(Left to Right) Stephanie Koenig Wasserbly P’01, Dr. Cori Crane, Kathy Oakley Durkee ’65, Fannie Hobba Shenk ‘84 P’15 ‘19, and Renée Bench P’18 enjoyed the 1782 Society’s annual Preakness Party. Photo by Matt Spangler
Alumni, faculty, staff, 2024 graduates, and families enjoyed the Riverside All-Campus Picnic at Hodson Boathouse while Vice President of Enrollment Johnnie Johnson DJ’d the party. Photo by Matt Spangler
Alumni, faculty, staff, 2024 graduates, and families enjoyed the Riverside All-Campus Picnic at Hodson Boathouse while Vice President of Enrollment Johnnie Johnson DJ’d the party. Photo by Matt Spangler
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