By Lev D. Zilbermints
BLOOMFIELD – On September 18, Bloomfield College hosted its annual reunion for the classes of 1970, 1971, 1995, 1996, 2010 and 2011. This occurred in part because of last year’s reunion cancellation due to the coronavirus.
A big white tent stood on the campus green, holding the tables and chairs. Inside, tables with red tablecloths stood in front of Talbott Hall, the former library. On the stage were musicians, drummers and guitarists playing music. At one point the music was so loud it was impossible to hear what was being said. It was later tuned down.
A registration table stood just outside the tent. Bloomfield College representatives, including President Marcheta Evans, manned the table. On the table were stickers, name tags and small bags with gifts for the attending alumni inside.
There were campus tours, live music, photo opportunities and a pinning ceremony.
Former Bloomfield College President Richard Levao paid a visit to the alumni reunion. Food included hot dogs, potato salad, hamburgers, watermelons. Iced tea and lemonade were served.
The campus mascot, Bloomfield College Bear, made an appearance, posing with students and alumni.
A pinning ceremony was held for the attending alumni. Pins, with maroon and yellow colors, were pinned on alumni. There were pins celebrating 50 years, 25 years, and 10 years of graduation.
Outside the tent holding the pinning ceremony stood a small table with Bloomfield College memorabilia. There were yearbooks from the 1970s, 1990s, and a logbook of Bloomfield College trustee meetings from the 1800s.
In her speech, President Evans thanked alumni for showing up and supporting their alma mater.
“Thank you for coming back to campus and for supporting your alma mater. Bloomfield College makes a difference in the lives of its students and we are extremely proud and honored to have you engaged with the College community,” said Bloomfield College President Marcheta P. Evans, Ph.D.
“Congratulations to everyone here today celebrating their reunion, even for those celebrating a year later! Each year, Alumni Homecoming & Reunion is a chance for you to come ‘home’ and celebrate a special milestone. Whether you’re celebrating ten years or fifty years, it’s the perfect time to catch up with longtime friends, rediscover the Bloomfield College campus and remember where it all began.”
After the pinning ceremony was over, alumni enjoyed wine tasting, and light refreshments of cheese, bread, crackers and grapes.
Full Disclosure: Lev D. Zilbermints graduated from Bloomfield College in 1996. He has a B.A. magna cum laude, in Political Science.
