Half-Century Reunion
Class of 1976, join us for your 50-year reunion! We invite you and your spouse/guest to celebrate this milestone anniversary May 14-15, 2026! Additionally, we are hosting members of the 55 and 60-year classes back on campus. This includes the classes of 1966 and 1971.
Class of 1976 Half-Century Reunion Schedule
Schedule is tentative and subject to change.
Thursday, May 14th
5:00-8:00 pm Dinner & DanceCrimson & Gold Ballroom, Jack H. Overman Student Center
Reconnect with classmates and enjoy live music from the 70's played by The J3 Band.
Friday, May 15th
8:30-9:30 am Breakfast
Lower Level, Wilkinson Alumni Center
Enjoy breakfast with former classmates and President Thomas Newsom.
9:30-11:00 am Bus Tour of Campus
12:00-1:30 pm Half-Century Induction Ceremony & Luncheon
Crimson & Gold Ballroom, Jack H. Overman Student Center
Receive 50-year medallion from University President Thomas Newsom and celebrate induction into the Half-Century Club.
1:30-1:45 pm Class Photo
2:00-4:00 pm Commencement
Those walking in the processional will wear their medallion and receive regalia for commencement which begins at 3:00 pm. Spouses and guests are invited to sit in a reserved section.
Browse the Kanza Yearbooks
They were the best of times… Relive the fashions, hairstyles, and shenanigans of your collegiate years.
Half-Century Memory Books
Check out the memory books from the reunions in 2022, 2023, and 2024!
Questions?
For more information, please contact Pitt State Alumni & Constituent Relations at 620-235-4758 or email alumni@pittstate.edu.
Class Picture
Class of 1976
Registration & Reunion Information
Registration Fees
For Half-Century Reunion Attendees (Class of 1976), registration is $75. This includes all meals for two days, Half-Century Medallion, certificate, commemorative glass, lapel pin OR necklace, and memory book.
50-Year Class of 1976
Registration coming soon!
55 & 60-Year Classes of 1966 & 1971
Registration coming soon!
Current Half-Century Club Members
Registration coming soon!
Pitt State Faculty & Staff
To register, please email alumni@pittstate.edu. Include your department, number of attendees, and any dietary restrictions. Cost is $20/person. Your department will be invoiced.
Lodging Information
We encourage guests to reserve rooms as soon as possible due to the popularity for the weekend of graduation.
Comfort Inn & Suites*
620-231-8800
Hampton Inn & Suites*
620-231-3100
Holiday Inn Express*
620-231-1177
LaQuinta Inn & Suites*
620-670-5614
Super 8
620-232-1881
*Room blocks and discounted rates available.