Golden Stags

Once graduates of Fairfield University celebrate their milestone 50^th Reunion, they become members of the prestigious group known as Golden Stags. This group is the cornerstone of our alumni family and we are proud to recognize and celebrate their importance to the Fairfield community. Currently, the Golden Stags are made up of alumni from the classes of 1951 through 1969.

In 2020, the classes of 1965, 1960, and 1955 reached the milestones of 55, 60, and 65 years since their graduation from Fairfield, and this year, the classes of 1966, 1961, and 1956 have that honor. We are also recognizing our first-ever 70th Reunion class, the Class of 1951! Because we were unable to celebrate Reunion in 2020, this fall we are welcoming back both groups for a combined Golden Stags Reunion on Saturday, November 6, 2021. See below for more information and register today!

Schedule of Events
11:30 a.m. Welcome Lunch: Enjoy a casual lunch while reconnecting with friends and classmates. Cost: $10 per person.
12:45 p.m. Bus and Walking Tour of Campus: Join us for a guided tour of Fairfield University. Our tour will make stops at a few of our newly constructed and newly renovated campus buildings. Complimentary.
2:30 p.m.   Free Time at Fairfield: Use this time to visit the Stags Spirit Shop, check out one of the Fairfield University Art Museum galleries, continue reconnecting with classmates, or return home to your hotel to get changed before Mass and dinner. 
4:30 p.m.   Reunion Mass: Spend time in prayer and reflection as we gather for a Reunion Mass and remember those classmates who have gone before us. The 50th Reunion Class of 1970 will also participate in this special Mass. 
5:30 p.m.   Cocktails and Dinner: Celebrate and reminisce over cocktails and a gourmet dinner. Cost: $70 per person. 

Campus locations for all events will be communicated in a reminder email prior to the event. Be sure to provide your email address when registering. 

Lodging Accommodations
On-campus housing will not be available, so for those traveling from out of town and in need of accommodations, we have arranged a room block at the following location:

Trumbull Marriott Shelton
180 Hawley Lane, Trumbull, CT
(203) 378-1400
The group rate, starting at $109 per night, is good until October 15, 2021 or until all rooms in the block are booked, whichever comes first. Click to book your room. 

Registration, Deadlines, and Cancellations
To register, click the button below, return the reply card you received in the mail, or call the Office of Alumni Relations at (203) 254-4280. The deadline to register is Thursday, October 28, 2021 and refunds are only available through that date as well. No tickets will be mailed in advance. A confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided at registration, and a reminder email confirming times, locations, parking instructions, etc. will be sent a few days prior to the event. 

Special Accommodations
Dietary restrictions and/or special accommodations for the physically challenged can be arranged for any meals/activities with advance notice. When you register, please indicate any needs you might have. If you have any questions or need to discuss special accommodations with a member of the staff, please call the Office of Alumni Relations at (203) 254-4280.

Please Note: Fairfield University continues to work with state and local officials to monitor the ever-changing guidelines surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. To protect the health and safety of our community, the University reserves the right, at any time, to implement new guidelines for University-sponsored events and to postpone and/or cancel events if current conditions dictate that such action is needed. Please refer to our COVID-19 resource page for the latest campus policies and FAQs

The Class of 1969 celebrated their 50th Reunion with 51 classmates returning home to campus for a weekend of Stag Pride!