“The Class of ’71 has been committed to our project for the past 51 years – and counting. With the 50th reunion project, we challenged ourselves to raise $250,000, and we have raised almost $350,000 to place the principal of the endowment at over $1 million. At our 50th reunion, we again challenged ourselves to raise at least $250,000 before our next reunion in 2026.”

“We’d like the campus community to know that we said when we were seniors that our intent was to bring attention to Meredith’s strong academic tradition and, in some way, to enhance it,  and we hope, 50+ years on, that we have achieved that. The Wallace Lecture is planned with the intent of offering an academically significant, memorable, even life-molding event and an opportunity to welcome a wider audience to the campus. Now that the pandemic has loosened its grip, we look forward to planning our next lecture and bringing another inspiring speaker to this college generation and the community.”

Class Gift Agents Mary Stuart Parker Alderman, ’71, and Anne Bryan, ’71

“Our class had committed to a scholarship soon after graduation. At our 45th reunion, with help from the Meredith Institutional Advancement Office, we recommitted to this opportunity to give back to Meredith and its students along with an updated and inspiring goal. Our class would like for the Meredith community to know that our scholarship goal is to provide financial assistance to all students in good standing, regardless of grade point average, who want to return to Meredith, who otherwise, for family reversals or other financial reasons, might not be able to attend. This goal has inspired increased giving and a more immediate connection to campus life for our class.”  

Class Gift Agent Nancy Barnhill Aycock ’72

“One of the aspects of Meredith College that is cherished by all of us who love our alma mater is the extraordinary beauty of the campus. For many potential members of the community, the campus is one of the first things that draws them to Meredith.”

“The Class of 1973 views the campus beautification project as a way we can be good stewards of our world while helping Meredith College maintain a beautiful environment. We hope our Class of 1973 project will bring joy and happiness to the lives of all those who attend Meredith and everyone who works there or visits the campus. This is a way we can make our love of and devotion to Meredith visible and say ‘welcome home’ to students and alumnae.”

“When the Class of 1974 was presented with the challenge of raising $250,000 by our 50th reunion, we knew we wanted to select one of the College’s greatest needs. We all remembered that Weatherspoon was new when we were students! We saw the positive impact of the replacement of the pool with the modern Lowery Fitness Center (funded by our classmate!). We heard details of equipment and facility improvements badly needed to support our student-athletes. All of these factors led us to support Meredith Athletics! We believe our gift represents the commitment and spirit of the Class of 1974. We are thrilled to offer our support to these student-athletes. Our gift will benefit the college in the areas of retention and recruitment and will provide a lasting impact on the quality of our athletic programs.”

Class Gift Agent Judy Williams, ’74

“The Class of 1975 was drawn to the idea of making a lasting gift to the College that would address a need that likely will only grow in years to come — the Chaplain’s Fund/Student Emergency Fund. It is important to remember that our giving project was decided during the fall of 2020 and spring of 2021 when the pandemic challenged Meredith’s campus life and educational process with remote learning. The administration and faculty, as we knew they would, proved they were up to the challenge, but the needs of some students, such as unexpected medical bills, a necessary flight home, limited money for food or gas, assistance with off-campus housing, were highlighted by the situation.”  

“We learned about the Chaplain’s Fund and were presented with many examples of how the current limited funds are being used to help students. Knowing that situations such as these can impact a student’s well-being and her ability to be successful in school, we wanted this fund to provide a secure, confidential lifeline to resources. We would like the community to know that we welcome anyone to give to this endowment for the long-term benefit of Meredith students. Gifts large or small can help make a tremendous impact on the lives of individual students who may have nowhere else but the College to turn for help in an emergency. We want Meredith College, as often as possible, to be able to help these students.”

Class Gift Agent Sherri McGee, ‘75