Traditions Weekend

This calendar presented by Traditions Weekend

[PAST EVENT] Olde Guarde Induction Ceremony, Reception & Celebration Luncheon 

April 30, 2023
10am - 2pm
Location
NEW LOCATIONS
Access & Features
  • Registration/RSVP

9-9:45 a.m. — 50th Reunion Coffee, Pastries and Robing

New location: Sadler Center, Chesapeake Room

10-11:30 a.m. — Olde Guarde Induction Ceremony and Service of Remembrance

New location: Sadler Center, Commonwealth Auditorium

11:30-11:45 a.m. — 50th Reunion Photo

New location: Sadler Expansion Entryway

11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. — Olde Guarde Celebration Luncheon

New location: Alumni House, Hunter Hall


After donning graduation robes, members of the 50th Reunion class will process into the Wren Yard, reminiscent of their own graduation day 50 years ago. The ceremony, featuring W. Samuel Sadler ’64, M.Ed. ’71, is followed by a reception, where the Olde Guarde will officially welcome the class in a traditional celebration luncheon in the Sunken Garden. This seated luncheon will feature guest speaker Michael London Sr., Head Coach, W&M Football and the bestowing of the 20th Olde Guarde Distinguished Service Award.