Wheaton News

More than 300 Wheaton alumni made their way back to Norton May 15–17 to congratulate the Class of 2026 and celebrate their reunion. Bright sunny skies and warm temperatures provided a perfect setting for the traditional procession to the Dimple for Commencement.

The Class of 1976 celebrated its golden anniversary with 54 members in attendance and 20 alums from the Class of 2001 alums returned for their 25th reunion. The Class of 1986 welcomed 57 members back to campus—the most of any class to take part in the weekend’s events.

Overall, 307 alumni from 30 states (including Alaska) and three countries—China, Israel and the United Kingdom—participated in Reunion Weekend.

Among a packed schedule of weekend activities, the Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association featured the presentation of Alumni Awards to four distinguished graduates.

Trustee Indira Henard ’03 received the Sharon Levine ’70 Memorial Volunteer Leadership Award for her leadership and enduring service.

Ryan Parker ’01 was presented with the Heather Corbett ’86 Fostering Community Award for his 15 seasons as a volunteer assistant baseball coach.

Former Trustee Tony Laing ’96 received the Sharon Howard ’87 Outstanding Wheaton Service Award for 30 years of supporting his alma mater.

This year’s Alumni Leadership Award was presented to Margo Walsh ’86, founder and CEO of MaineWorks. Since 2011, she has provided stable employment and benefits to more than 2,500 individuals who were either recovering from substance abuse disorder or recently incarcerated.

To donate to your Reunion Class Gift, please participate by June 30 so your contribution is added to your class total.

(Photos by Keith Nordstrom, Nicki Pardo and Amy Strom)