class of 1976 50th reunion
$15.1 Million Raised!
It was wonderful to see you, reconnect, share laughs, and look back on your shared history. We are absolutely blown away by your generosity—your class gift is the second highest amount ever raised by a 50th reunion class!
Whether you want to relive your favorite moments or see what you missed if you were unable to attend, we invite you to explore the linked resources below. Thank you for being such a vital part of the Ole community, and we hope you enjoy looking back on a fantastic weekend!
1976 service of gratitude and remembrance →
1976 additional slideshows and recordings →
reunion weekend all-alumni celebration →
reunion weekend all-alumni sunday worship service →
the 1976 viking update
A commemorative yearbook update for our 50th Reunion
Digital Edition of the Viking Update is Here!
Printed copies will be mailed mid-June to classmates who participated in one of the following ways:
Attended the reunion in person
Make a gift during this fiscal year
Submitted an entry for the Viking Update
ira webinar recording
Your IRA in retirement:
smart withdrawals, less tax, more impact
The webinar covered:
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- Timing & Penalties: Navigating the RMD start date and common mistakes to avoid.
- Tax Interaction: How distributions affect your Medicare premiums and Social Security.
- The QCD Strategy: Using Qualified Charitable Distributions to offset the tax bite.
- Legacy Planning: Ensuring IRA and other retirement account beneficiary designations are set up correctly.
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Hosted By: Bob Klefsaas ’82, Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Senior Wealth Manager & CEO, All Star Financial, and Reed Wahlberg ’76, Reunion Committee.
CAMPUS UPDATES
Explore what is new on campus since your last reunion, from a new Ice Arena, to new dorms and a library.
Registration
Registration for Reunion 2026 class dinners and on-campus housing is now closed. Missed the deadline? You can still choose from our Friday or Saturday Entertainment Only Packages.
Schedule of Events
We aim to create a schedule to cater to all our guests’ variety of tastes and preferences. Whether you’re an activity seeker, a history buff, or simply looking to unwind, we have something special in store for everyone!
