Union had one of its largest groups of attendees at ReUnion 2006 this past weekend, rivaled only by the College's Bicentennial celebration.
More than 60 classes were represented, with the oldest member coming from the Class of 1934 to celebrate his 72nd anniversary from Union.
The weekend program was packed with presentations, class receptions, footraces and exhibits.
The event included the annual Relay for Life and culminated in a colorful fireworks display – courtesy of alumnus Steve Ente '75.
ReUnion also featured several award presentations. The winners of this year's Alumni Gold Medals were: Sigmund Giambruno '51; Albert Nahmias '66; and Mark L.Walsh, '76. Head football coach John Audino received the Meritorious Service Award. Major General Robert S. Dickman, '66, was honored with the Eliphalet Nott Medal.
Another highlight from this year's event was the rare public display of some of Audubon's 435 hand-colored engravings, which depict life-sized portrayals of every species of bird in North America. There were only about 200 complete sets distributed, with less than 135 still in existence today. The college has owned a complete set since President Eliphalet Nott paid $1,000 in gold to Audubon himself in 1844.
