Gettysburg College’s founder Samuel Simon Schmucker believed in the value of an institution dedicated to advancing the cause of liberal education. This belief resulted in the granting of the College’s charter 181 years ago on April 7, 1832.
This Founders Weekend, April 5 – 7, the College community will gather together to celebrate our campus’ rich history of preparing students to become leaders and active citizens in their professions, communities, nation, and the world. The ceremonies will also recognize many loyal and generous benefactors who have contributed financially to safeguard Gettysburg’s mission.
All events are family-friendly, free, and open to members of the College community. The weekend’s events include:
All campus BBQ
April 5
5 – 7 p.m.
Memorial Field
Enjoy food, field games, giveaways, and orange and blue pride!
Women’s Lacrosse vs. Swarthmore
April 6
1 p.m.
Clark Field
Wear your orange and blue, cheer with alumni, parents, and friends, and support the Bullets!
Journey to Remember
April 7
5:45 p.m.
Fountain near Masters Hall to Eternal Light Peace Memorial (Peace Light)
Sponsored by the Student Sub-Committee of the Sesquicentennial Planning Committee
“Journey to Remember,” a student-led initiative, will feature a walk from the campus fountain to the Peace Light, part of Gettysburg National Military Park. A brief program at the Peace Light, featuring Gettysburg College President Janet Morgan Riggs ’77 and adjunct instructor of Civil War Era Studies John Rudy ’07, will focus on students’ impact on their community, with special emphasis on their impact relating to the Battle of Gettysburg and related events.
Participants are invited to a Rita’s Italian Ice social in The Attic upon returning to campus, and admission will be granted with presentation of each participant’s glow stick (distributed at the Peace Light). Prizes will be raffled, and the residence hall with the greatest participation will win a pizza party. The social will also include music and great conversation.
For Gettysburg College employees, “Journey to Remember” is an excellent opportunity for purposeful exercise that can be counted as minutes for the “Spring into Fitness Challenge” or for Wellness Program points.
Founded in 1832, Gettysburg College is a highly selective four-year residential college of liberal arts and sciences with a strong academic tradition that includes Rhodes Scholars, a Nobel laureate and other distinguished scholars among its alumni. The college enrolls 2,600 undergraduate students and is located on a 200-acre campus adjacent to the Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania.
Contact: Mike Baker, assistant director of communications, 717.337.6521.
Nikki Rhoads, senior assistant director of communications, 717.337.6803.
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