Published November 9, 2024
Thank You for Passing Your Light
We’re grateful to the alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends nationwide who came together to support A Week of Giving. Together, during this first-ever event, we surpassed expectations for Scholarship Support, Experiential Learning, Life at Witt, Athletics, and Wittenberg’s Greatest Needs. The online giving week offered several options to match the various philanthropic interests of those participating, as well. Thank you so much for your generosity during A Week of Giving, which clearly demonstrated your commitment to Wittenberg.
Robert Noyce Teacher Scholars Named
Wittenberg's ASCENT-STEM program recently awarded three scholarships through its new $1.2 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program. Recipients include McKenna Clark '26, Savannah LaMar '26, and Charity Perry ’25 who are all pursuing degrees as secondary STEM teachers.
Building Connections
The Student Alumni Association (SAA) hosted a Halloween Trivia Night at Founders Pub, bringing together students and alumni chapter leaders Claire Linkhart ’08, Arif Mirza '05, and Laurie Griffin ’79. The spooky, fun-filled event tested teams' knowledge of Halloween trivia and quirky facts, with three teams winning exciting prizes from local businesses. SAA works to inspire lifelong loyalty to Wittenberg and is open to all students. Stay tuned for more opportunities to connect and network with SAA in the near future.
Lessons and Carols
Wittenberg welcomes the community to the annual Lessons and Carols for Advent & Christmas at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6, in Weaver Chapel. Pre-service music by The Brass Quintet will begin at 7 p.m. With a theme of “His Light in Us,” the service will include Scripture readings, music performed by the Wittenberg Choir, familiar Christmas hymns, and a candlelit singing of “Silent Night.” Wittenberg and the Pastor’s Office are committed to continuing this beloved tradition in the years to come.
#WittWed to Helping Hearts
Wittenberg holds a special place in the hearts of #WittWed couple Zoe Curry ’16 and Will Stocker ’16. So, when they learned that one of their employers made it possible for them to double their impact with a matching gift, they viewed it as a great opportunity to support their beloved alma mater. Learn More About Matching Gifts
Annual Postcard Project
Register for the annual Alumni Postcard Project for the Class of 2029. Send a postcard to 10 applicants, telling them your Wittenberg story and what makes the University special. Alumni postcard packets will be mailed between Feb. 1 and Feb. 15. We ask that you write and mail your 10 postcards by March 15, 2025.
Commit to Witt Ambassadors
It's never too early to start thinking about Commit to Witt, which will take place on Thursday, March 20, 2025. We want you to be an ambassador! As an ambassador, you can help spread the word and engage others by texting, calling, and posting on your social networks. Commit to Witt ambassadors create awareness and inspire others to make gifts to Wittenberg. Sign up today before official registration starts!
Mark Your Calendar
Homecoming, Reunion, and Family Weekend is Sept. 25-28, 2025. From reunions to events to tailgates to victories on the field, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at this cherished annual tradition. Alumni from the classes of 1965, 1975, 1985, 1995, 2000, 2005, and 2015 will celebrate reunions. Alumni celebrating reunions are invited to join their reunion planning committee. Email alumni@wittenberg.edu to let us know you’re interested.
Seeking Nominations for Alumni Awards
Distinguished Teaching Award: The faculty recipient must have completed five years of service at Wittenberg and be a full-time teacher at the time of selection. Selection is based on current performance. The award is announced at Wittenberg's annual celebration of academic excellence and achievement, the Honors Convocation, each year in early April.
Alumni Achievement Awards: Alumni, faculty, staff, and students are invited to nominate outstanding alumni deserving of recognition. There are no restrictions on the number of nominations a person may submit, and people submitting nominations do not need to be graduates of Wittenberg University. The deadline for nominations is January 10, 2025.
Join the Benjamin Prince Society
You’re invited to become a member of the Benjamin Prince Society, which was created to honor individuals whose generosity serves as an example of the impact consistent support has on our institution. Your continued generosity will help us to maintain the best of Wittenberg and ensure the University thrives long into the future. Learn More and Make a Gift