Alumni

OU Giving Day is a Success

In a cold, steady rain on Feb. 12, the Oglethorpe University community, both on campus and around the world, demonstrated the persistence of a Stormy Petrel and the commitment to the humanitarian ideals of namesake James Edward Oglethorpe. Not only did the campus community carry on the Oglethorpe Day traditions, but alumni and friends showed […]

February 2025 Alumni eNewsletter

If you aren’t receiving the Alumni eNewsletter in your inbox each month, please update your contact information to ensure your email address is included. February 11, 2025 FEATURED NEWS Tomorrow is OU Giving Day Calling all Petrels – OU Giving Day 2025 is almost here! Tomorrow, February 12, join OU alumni in showing your love […]

Chick-fil-A, Inc. Supports the Student Retention Fund

Chick-fil-A, Inc. has generously supported the Student Retention Fund since 2015. In recent years, their significant contribution to the fund has been made available to students in micro-grants that can help students when they face significant burdens. This incredible support has made a real difference for students who are struggling to close the gap financially. The […]

Virtual Book Club

The Oglethorpe Alumni Virtual Book Club, hosted by Richard Bakare ’03, will meet on Monday, March 3 at 7 p.m. ET to discuss Aeneid by Virgil, in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Core. Faculty and students are invited to join the meeting as well! To join in the discussion, please register through the online Bookclubs Community.

January 2025 Alumni eNewsletter

If you aren’t receiving the Alumni eNewsletter in your inbox each month, please update your contact information to ensure your email address is included. January 14, 2025 FEATURED NEWS Alumni Weekend Registration is Open! We are looking forward to welcoming all alumni back to campus for our annual celebration, Alumni Weekend, taking place March 28-29. […]

Evening of Holiday Enchantment and Boar’s Head Concert Scheduled for Dec. 6

Mark your calendars now and reserve your tickets today for the annual Evening of Holiday Enchantment alumni gathering and Boar’s Head concert at Oglethorpe on Dec. 6. Because of a quirk of the calendar with later-than-usual Thanksgiving and an earlier-than-usual start to final exams, the student Boar’s Head party, which will celebrate with the theme […]