Golden 'Roo Weekend
October 2-4, 2026
Join us for this special weekend for our Golden 'Roo alumni to reunite with classmates and friends on campus, especially those who are celebrating their 50-year reunion, the Class of 1976!Golden 'Roos are Austin College alumni who graduated 50 years ago or more, including those who attended during that time but did not graduate. These alumni are honored each year as another class reaches their golden anniversary. This year, members of the Class of 1976 will officially become Golden ’Roos during the weekend’s Medallion Ceremony, while those previously honored are invited back to celebrate with them.
If you have any questions regarding the weekend please contact Kristi Lucchese, Director of Alumni Engagement, at 903.813.2419.
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2026 Golden 'Roo Weekend Events
Along with these special gatherings planned just for our Golden ’Roos and friends, view the full Homecoming schedule for all events throughout the weekend.
Check-In and On-Site Registration
Wright Campus Center, Main Entrance Lobby
Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
If you have any questions regarding the weekend please email Kristi Lucchese or call 903.813.2419.
Events noted with an * require registration.
- Welcome Reception | Friday from 3 – 4 p.m.*
- Class of 1976 Golden ’Roo Medallion Ceremony - Friday from 4 – 5 p.m*
- Brunch with Dr. Rebecca Cantor, 17th President of Austin College | Saturday from 10 – 11:30 a.m.*
- Private Tour with ’Roo Navigators | Saturday at Noon*
- Tailgating and ’Roo Football | Saturday Afternoon
- Golden ’Roo Reunion Party | Saturday Evening from 7 p.m. – Midnight*
- Homecoming Celebration at the Hilton | Saturday Evening from 7 p.m. – Midnight*
- 2026 Reunion Class Giving Challenge
Welcome Reception | Friday from 3 – 4 p.m.*
Class of 1976 Golden ’Roo Medallion Ceremony - Friday from 4 – 5 p.m*
Brunch with Dr. Rebecca Cantor, 17th President of Austin College | Saturday from 10 – 11:30 a.m.*
Private Tour with ’Roo Navigators | Saturday at Noon*
Tailgating and ’Roo Football | Saturday Afternoon
Golden ’Roo Reunion Party | Saturday Evening from 7 p.m. – Midnight*
Homecoming Celebration at the Hilton | Saturday Evening from 7 p.m. – Midnight*
2026 Reunion Class Giving Challenge
Want to be a part of the planning committee for the Class of 1977? We'd love to have you!
While we don't have dates set yet, it's never to early to start thinking! Simply contact Kristi Lucchese, Director of Alumni Engagement, at 903.813.2419 and let us know if you'd like to help, or if you have any other questions regarding the weekend.
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Accommodations
Hilton Garden Inn
Denison/Sherman/At Texoma Event Center
5015 South US 75
Denison, TX 75020
903.463.3331
Marriott Sherman
4344 Loy Lake Road
Sherman, Texas 75092
903.868.3400
Nightly Rate: 139.00 USD
Rooms are limited, so book early!If all hotels are fully booked, reach out to one of the many hotels in the area and mention "Austin College" to secure a discounted rate (pending availability at the time of reservation).
Please note that blocks will close appx. 3 weeks before the event.
