"He who bears a torch shadows himself
to give light to others."

We thank all Torchbearers for attending the Torchbearer Reunion and helping us celebrate the 75^th Anniversary of the Torchbearer Award. Everyone had a wonderful time and those unable to attend were missed.

We relived the UT of yesterday, explored the UT of tomorrow, and unveiled the UT of today.  Over 115 Torchbearers, spouses and friends participated in the lecture series and walking tour.

The Friday evening reception and dinner allowed ample time for everyone to visit with friends. The mood was festive and celebratory.

Fellow Torchbearer Jerre Haskew, Class of 1962 and member of The Cumberland Trio, supplied all Torchbearers with CD’s and videos from previous band concerts. 

The halftime presentation of the Torchbearers singing the alma mater and waving to over 106,000 alumni and friends was the highlight of the weekend.

The reunion received only rave reviews from everyone who attended and was a great success.  Click here to view images of the Torchbearer Reunion 2006.

Comments noted:

“What a neat event. Speakers were great! Nice keepsake given.”

“Pleasant evening. The event made me proud I had been a Torchbearer.”

“Very interesting program. The students did a good job!”

“Excellent student tour guides.”

“Thank you so much for putting together a wonderful Torchbearer Reunion! It was truly a great event!

“Thank you for making my visit back to campus so special!”

“You sure know how to plan a SUPER DOOPER reunion! Everything was first class, top notch and plumb awesome! Thank you so much!”

“It was a wonderful opportunity to meet so many people with the common bond of having worked hard for our Alma Mater!”

“The event made me proud to be a Torchbearer!”