Laura (Curtis) Kraynak ’07

 Laura (Curtis) Kraynak ’07 and husband Michael welcomed daughter Evelyn Rose on Oct. 2. Congratulations to Laura, Michael, and big sister Addison!
Laura writes: “Evelyn’s namesake is Evelyn Chapel, where Mike and I were married in 2013. And as another added treasure, I had the privilege of having some IWU nursing students care for Evie in the days after she was born during their clinical rotations. It’s so great to be a Titan and have so many special ties back to campus!!”

Honoring veterans and first responders at Homecoming

As IWU celebrates Titans Around the World at Homecoming this weekend, we will also honor our alumni who served worldwide as veterans and first-responders, including Captain Ryan A. Beaupre ’95. We will remember Ryan and all veterans and first-responders who have given their lives in the service of others and our country. Presenting the colors will be American Legion Color Guard Post 635 Normal and Post 56 from Bloomington. The ceremony will take place at Tucci Stadium prior to the football game (10/14). The ceremony will also include the National Anthem sung by Wayne Messmer ’72. Classmates  and friends can view the ceremony on streaming video live.

Homecoming is quickly approaching!

There is less than one month until Homecoming 2017! Remember, this year is our 10th reunion. While counting down the days until we are back on campus, let’s reminisce about the time we spent at IWU. Comment below with your favorite IWU memory!

If you are still deciding which Homecoming events you’d like to attend, the International RSO Fair is highly recommended. It will be on Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Hansen Student Center’s Center Court from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come learn more about our multicultural registered student organizations and enjoy activities and musical performances. A light lunch will be provided, so please register either online or by phone by Oct. 8. You can visit the Homecoming Facebook page or the International RSO Fair Facebook event for more information.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Don’t miss our 10th reunion at Homecoming!

Class of 2007,

Please come Ouuutttt to our 10th reunion! Homecoming is quickly approaching, and I hope you make plans to return to campus and celebrate. Below are a few reunion updates I want to make sure you are aware of. Keep in mind future details and updates will continue to come as developed.

October 13
President’s Reception  |  President’s House  |  4PM – 5:30PM
Desthil Brewery  |  1200 Greenbriar Dr. Normal, IL  |  6PM

October 14
Club Tommy  |  Memorial Center, Young Main Lounge  |  6PM – 9PM
Fat Jacks  |  511 N. Main St. Bloomington, IL  |  Following Club Tommy

You can stay in touch by joining our Class Facebook Group for news and updates regarding reunion information. Additionally, feel free to use this page to post photos and memories of your time at IWU. The homecoming schedule of events and registration are now available on the IWU homecoming page.

See you soon!

Anna Bromaghim
abromagh@iwu.edu