August 1, 2000

The first Institute of Aviation reunion, held at the Annual EAA International Convention on July 29, 2000, was a great success. Sixty-two Alumni and friends attended the three plus hour get together at the Charcoal Pit on the Northwest corner of Wittman Airport, Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Graduates from as far back as 1947 where able to reestablish old friendships, get aquainted, and share stories about the Institute, careers, instructors, and classmates. Snacks and soft drinks along with access to the bar and the multitude of pictures covering the history of the Institute stimulated a lot of discussions and reminiscing.

The enthusiasm and interest in this event has provided a fitting start for the reunions to come. So mark your calendar and start making your plans now for Saturday July 28, 2001 so you can attend Oshkosh Reunion 2001. Information regarding this event will be posted on the Institute web site www.aviation.uiuc.edu and published in upcoming newsletters.

A grateful, Thank You, to all of you who supported this event with your time and donations, especially Darryl K. Christen, 1972, for his generous donation even though he was unable to attend.

Keep an eye this site for pictures of the reunion and future events including information on Oshkosh Reunion 2001.

See you July 28, 2001!!!

Attendees at the Oshkosh 2000 Reunion

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