We’d love to see you again! MLC considers it an honor and a privilege when alumni and friends come to campus. We will do our best to make you feel at home and help you enjoy your experience here on the hill.
We pray that your reunion will be a time of happy memories, lots of laughs, and, of course, gratitude to our wonderful God, who has provided us with this special place.
Let’s Get Started!
A successful reunion starts with a committee of four to six people. This is large enough to easily share tasks. Make sure that your committee members represent a diverse background. This could include former school interests (e.g., athletes and musicians) or career paths (e.g., layperson, called worker). A diverse committee increases your turnout.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
The director of Alumni Relations can assist you with emails and mailings to your classmates.
The director is available to assist you as a member of your planning committee. We have the experience and community connection (if you choose New Ulm as your site) to create a smooth experience for your reunion planning. If you prefer to plan on your own, you’re always welcome to reach out with questions.
Alumni Relations is able to provide the following:
• All printing and postage costs for correspondence
• Design and mailing/emailing “Save the Date” postcards and formal invitations
• Design of online registration survey
• Printing of memento booklet (25th or 50th), if desired
• Registration table and name tags, if in New Ulm
The Planning Committee
Your planning committee may include:
1. Reunion Chair—Runs meetings, makes agendas, and delegates tasks.
2. Secretary—Keeps meeting minutes and sends them to the committee in a timely manner.
3. Treasurer—Collects fees and makes all payments. Keeps clear and accurate financial records.
If you’re having an offsite banquet meal:
4. Banquet Coordinator—Plans a banquet meal, secures a venue, works with the menu/caterer, secures audio/visual needs. Preferably a classmate who is local.
5. Banquet Program Coordinator—Plans the banquet program, secures a Master of Ceremonies (MC), finds speakers, and designs printables (program, menu, etc.).
Make the Fun Happen!
As soon as your Planning Committee is formed, choose a date for your reunion. (Input from your classmates is important when choosing a date.) Then go to the Alumni Reunions web page and register your reunion.
Consider the following in your planning:
• Daily schedule
• Date to send a “Save the Date” postcard
• Date for formal invitation and digital registration survey
• Total cost per person (include at least a $5 buffer)
• Local accommodations
• Reservations for venues, transportation, presenters, and/or tour guides
• Memento booklet or other class keepsake
• Class gift in support of MLC
• Worship opportunities
Alumni Reunions
Please use the Reunion Request Form on the Alumni Reunions web page to request the following in advance:
• Tours of the campus and/or community led by a member of the MLC faculty, staff, or student body
• Presentations by faculty members on specific topics
Enjoy Campus & City
ON CAMPUS
• Campus tours
• Morning/evening chapel*
• Athletic home games*
• Drama productions*
• Concerts*
• Golf simulators at the Betty Kohn Fieldhouse
• Large patio with gas firepit area
• Meals in the MLC dining hall*
• Social hour spaces
There is no rental fee for reunion groups for on-campus spaces.
* When school is in session.
IN NEW ULM
• City tour
• German meals at the Kaiserhoff or Turner Hall
• Schell’s Brewery tour and tasting
• New Ulm Country Club golf and dining
• Sweet Haven Tonics (alumni-owned business)
• Morgan Creek Winery
• Kegel Klub bowling and social space
• Black Frost Distillery
• German Park
• Hermann Monument
• Small business shopping downtown
newulm.com/ chamber
More to Know ACCOMMODATIONS
A list of local accommodations can be found on the MLC Alumni website or the New Ulm Chamber of Commerce website.
CLASS GIFTS
Many groups celebrating milestone events choose to thank the Lord and their alma mater by providing a gift in support of the school and today’s students. The director of Alumni Relations can assist in providing options for consideration.
CATERING
During the school year, MLC’s food service, Fresh Ideas, can provide reunion planners with a range of delicious reception suggestions. Various locations are available on campus with a variety of seating arrangements.
If an off-campus banquet is preferred, view options on the New Ulm Chamber of Commerce website.
TOURS/PRESENTATIONS
Tours of the campus may include campus buildings and grounds, the Betty Kohn Fieldhouse, and MLC’s Early Childhood Learning Center. The fieldhouse and ECLC are a few blocks from campus.
Faculty, staff, or student presentations require advance notice and a specific date/time. To arrange for a tour or presentation, please contact the director of Alumni Relations.
