Belmont's Tower Society Welcomes Class of '74

Members of the Tower Society mingle after the luncheon
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Belmont's Tower Society Welcomes Class of '74

July 11, 2024 | by Clara LoCricchio

Luncheon honors half-century of alumni excellence

During Belmont's inaugural Reunion Weekend, the Tower Society was delighted to welcome its newest members at a celebratory luncheon held June 28.  

This distinguished group, comprising alumni who have celebrated 50 years or more since their graduation, inducted the class of 1974 in a heartwarming ceremony marking their golden anniversary. The event brought together generations of Belmont graduates to reconnect, share memories and celebrate the enduring impact of their alma mater on their lives and careers. 

The photos below capture the joy, camaraderie and nostalgia of the event.  

Gary Rice, class of 1968

Gary Rice

“My time here, my professors and my mentors really shaped my adult life. Coming to Belmont was a God thing, and I just tried not to get in the way.” 

Gwethalyn Huff, class of 1972

Gwethalyn Huff

“I really liked my time at Belmont. It was a great learning experience — I learned about myself and I learned about how to connect with others.”  

Carol Anne McGlothlin, class of 1974

Carol Anne McGlothlin

“To me, Belmont meant opportunity. Before I came to Belmont, I had never in my life had so many opportunities — I tried to grab hold of all of them.” 

Artherine (Reenie) Grimes Hoskins, class of 1973

Artherine (Reenie) Grimes Hoskins

“I have nothing but happy memories from Belmont.” 

Steve Hall, class of 1971 

Steve Hall

“The advice I got from professors at Belmont has stuck with me my whole life.”   

Larry and Linda Flanagan, class of 1965 and 1966, respectively  

Larry and Linda Flanagan

“Our life together started at Belmont.” 

Dennis Shipp, class of 1965

Dennis Shipp

“Belmont was really special to me — it was one of the few places I could go to be with other Christians.” 

David Dorris, class of 1961  

David Dorris

“Belmont brought me and my wife together and Belmont kept us together. We really had a wonderful time.” 

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