Class of 1966 gets the spotlight at this year’s homecoming

Marking 50 years, the class of 1966 comes home this weekend to celebrate. Taking a trip back to 1966 would mean that “Star Trek” just debuted on television and surfer fashion was all the rage thanks to the Beach Boys. This weekend is filled with events not just for students, but to commemorate the class of 1966. And to start your trip down memory lane see below for Chronicle covers from 1966. (* Full schedule of events.)

Friday, Oct 28

The start of the homecoming weekend celebration begins with the Welcome Home Reception at 6 p.m. for the 50-year Club in Madden Theater. Following will be the alumni swim meet and the women’s volleyball game.

The Cardinals will be facing Wheaton College, and both the swim meet and volleyball game will start at 7 p.m. in Merner Field House. Finally, the drama “Mosque Alert” will be performed in Meiley-Swallow Hall at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct 29 

Kick off the morning with the alumni flag football game at 9 a.m. in the stadium. The Athletic Hall of Fame Breakfast with Champions is where you will meet your 2016 Hall of Fame inductees. The induction ceremony will officially be held at 11 a.m. in Wentz Concert Hall.

Gather in Championship Plaza at 12:45 p.m. to enjoy the homecoming parade and get into the school spirit. The football game against Carroll University will start at 2 p.m., so go out, tailgate and cheer on your Cardinals.

Last but not least, don’t miss out on the reunion celebration, from 6-11 p.m. The night will be filled with dinner, dancing, and outstanding alumni awards. Go out and dance with your friends, or reconnect with old ones.

Class of 1966 this is your time to shine, take this weekend to let go and celebrate.

And welcome home.