Class of 1957 Class Project

$100,000 for renovations to Colvin Hall
Colvin Hall is home to the Honors College (previously the Honors Program). Established in 2002, the Honors College provides an academic home to some 700 students. The Class of 1957 established a relationship with the Honors College in 2002 when we made a gift of $25,000 in honor of our 45th reunion to name one of the two double rooms on the 2nd floor. Attractive naming opportunities remain at the $100,000 level. Individuals who make a gift of $1,000 or more will have their name appear on the donor recognition wall in Colvin Hall. The total cost of the renovation is approximately $2 million with almost half of that having been raised (and spent - the renovations are being done as monies become available).

$50,000 for Buchanan Alumni House
The Buchanan Alumni House opened its doors in May of 2002 and is home to both the Alumni Association and the University of Maine Foundation. The house receives thousands of visitors a year for a wide variety of events and activities. In addition, all campus tours for prospective students and their families originate from the Visitors’ Center located at Buchanan Alumni House. The Class of 1957 established a relationship with the Buchanan Alumni House in 1997 when we made a gift of $25,000 in honor of our 40th reunion to name an office in the fundraising suite. A portion of the proposed gift (approx. $20,000) will be used to purchase high quality china place settings to be used for events at the Buchanan Alumni House. We have estimated that 200 three-piece settings will cost $125 per setting. The remaining portion of the gift (approx. $30,000) will go towards the Buchanan Alumni House Endowment. The endowment campaign is designed for the maintenance and upkeep of this magnificent facility. The 4 million dollar campaign is at 98% of goal. Individuals who make a gift of $5,000 or more will have their name appear on the Endowment Recognition wall in Buchanan Alumni House.

$25,000 for Senior Alumni Scholarships
All UMaine alumni who have passed their 50th reunion become members of Senior Alumni. This does not mean you are no longer a part of the class…you are part of both. Traditionally, the entering 50th class makes a gift to Senior Alumni in support of scholarships. The Senior Alumni provide approximately $80,000 a year in scholarships to some 45 traditional and non-traditional students.

To make a gift to our Class Reunion Fund, contact the Reunion giving department at 1-800-934-2586 or give using the online giving form.