Class of 1976
Welcome Back, Welcome Home!
It’s your 50th reunion!
Weekend of May 28-31, 2026
Reconnect with the people and programs that make up the heart of life on the Hill. Learn about what has changed and reflect on your own experience as a student. Plus, you’ll get to see and experience all of the great new facilities that St. Olaf has to offer!
• 1976 reunion choir opportunity •
You are invited to participate in a choral ensemble directed by Craig Arnold ’76, for the Class of 1976 Service of Gratitude and Remembrance.
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Rehearsal: Thursday, May 28, 2:30–5 p.m. (Boe Memorial Chapel)
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Soundcheck: Friday, May 29, 9 a.m. (Boe Memorial Chapel)
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Service of Remembrance: Friday, May 29, 10 a.m. (Boe Memorial Chapel)
Open to anyone who would like to sing and is able to participate in the rehearsal, soundcheck, and service. Alums, spouses, partners, and friends are welcome. Music and part-learning recordings will be emailed in mid-May. Singers are strongly encouraged to practice ahead of Reunion Weekend.
• manitou singers alums •
Calling all members of the Class of 1976 who sang with the ’72-’73 Manitou Singers! Led by classmate Cindy Hokanson Chapman, please join in performing Dona Nobis Pacem as the table grace during our class dinner on Friday, May 29.
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Rehearsal: Thursday, May 28 from 8–8:30 p.m. — (King’s Dining Room)
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Class Dinner: Friday, May 29 at 6 p.m. — (Buntrock Commons Ballrooms)
Complete the form linked below and you will be sent a copy of the Dona Nobis Pacem and additional information ahead of Reunion Weekend.
We hope you can join us!
CAMPUS UPDATES
Explore what is new on campus since your last reunion, from a new Ice Arena, to new dorms and a library.
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.
the 1976 viking update
A commemorative yearbook update for our 50th Reunion
Submissions are now closed.
You will receive a hard copy of the Viking Update if you participate in one of the following ways:
Attend the reunion in person
Make a gift during this fiscal year
Submit a personal update
Questions? Email 76viking@stolaf.edu.
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!
