Thank you to the 220 alumni and friends who attended the Class of 1974 50-Year Reunion on September 5–8, 2024. The weekend was packed with golden moments and Badger-filled memories, highlighted by the Badgers’ 27–13 victory over the South Dakota Coyotes! 

We commend the entire Class of 1974 for spreading Badger spirit and wearing your UW pride for the past 50 years. We want to extend a special thank-you to our committee members for making the weekend a success and for ensuring a spirited return to campus. For those who attended the reunion, we hope you enjoyed this golden weekend as much as we did. It was the perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends and recollect campus memories — all while creating new ones. 

Thanks to the generosity of over 800 classmates, the Class of 1974 raised more than $14.7 million for various units across UW–Madison, creating a legacy for generations of Badgers. 

You can still support your class’s giving efforts by donating to any campus area you’re passionate about. If you’re not sure where to contribute, consider the Emergency Student Support Fund, where all gifts will be matched up to $25,000 by a fellow Class of 1974 graduate. 

On, Wisconsin!