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Bethanians are always welcome back to their home away from home! From regional gatherings to reunions and campus celebrations, our events are a great way to reconnect with classmates, meet fellow Bethanians, and stay connected to the College. Explore our upcoming events — we would love to see you there!

October 2026

Thu

Alumni Gathering in Charleston, WV

October 22, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dear Bethanians,

Sat

Alumni Event in Cincinnati

October 24, 2026 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Bethany is coming to Cincinnati, and we'd love for you to join us for an afternoon of memories, conversation and Bethany connection.Read More

November 2026

Thu

Celebrate fall in Columbus

November 5, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us on Thursday, Nov. 5, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for a casual gathering hosted by Jeff ‘87 and Lynette Woda ‘87

December 2026

Sun

Sounds of the Season in Pittsburgh

December 13, 2026 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm

The holiday season is coming to Pittsburgh, and Bethany College is excited to gather with alumni and friends for an afternoon of music and fellowship.

Join us on Su...

May 2027

Sat

Alumni Trip to Spain

May 22 - 30, 2027 All Day Event

Get ready for our next Bethany international alumni adventure!

Next May, we’re heading to Spain for a journey through the sunny Costa del Sol and the vibrant capital city of Madrid. Join fellow Bethanians as we explore historic cities, beautiful coastal comm...

October 2027

Fri

Homecoming 2027

Oct 15 - 17, 2027 All Day Event

Join us Oct. 15-17, 2027, as Bethany College celebrates Homecoming Weekend!

Whether it’s been a few years or a few decades since your last visit, Homecoming is your opportunity to reconnect with classmates and revisit cherished traditions.

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BETHANY CONNECT SPEAKER SERIES

2024-2025 Academic Year

Sept. 11: Julie E. Bloemeke ’94, “Two Truths and a Lie: On Life as a Poet”

2022-2023 Academic Year

April 19: Evelyn del Cerro ’85, “From WVBC to ABC Television”

Feb. 22: Michael Hynes ’94, “Reimagining Public Education”

Jan. 17: Dave Sims ’75, “No Such Thing as an Ordinary Day in the Life of a Sportscaster”

Nov. 1: Dr. Catherine Gabor ’89, “Sowing the Seeds of Leadership at Bethany College and Beyond”

Oct. 1: Rev. Dr. Larry E. Grimes delivers the Grimes Lecture, “Upon a Slender Stalk”

Sept. 13: Beth Benatti Kennedy ’88, “Career ReCharge: Do not go down the burnout escalator”

2021-2022 Academic Year

March 30: Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan, “Relieving Stress and Anxiety”

March 23: Wheeling City Council member Rosemary Ketchum, “LGBTQA”

March 22: Doug Stanglin, “Ukraine War”

March 15: Bethany Fulbright Students, “Bethany College experience from the perspective of a Fulbright student”

March 15: Bethany Assistant Professor of History Ian Lanzillotti, “The Origins of the Russo-Ukrainian War: Putin’s Historical Delusions, Competing National Visions, and the Politics of NATO Enlargement.”