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Golden Reunion
Every year, the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation at Arizona State University proudly welcomes back its Golden Graduates to celebrate their Golden Reunion. This special event honors graduates who have reached the milestone of 50 years since their graduation. These alumni, known as Golden Graduates, are invited back to campus to reconnect, reminisce, and relive their cherished memories.
To pay tribute to our own Golden Graduates, Edson College Alumni Relations plans an unforgettable morning filled with heartfelt reunions, class displays, and a celebratory breakfast with college leadership. The event culminates in an inspiring tour of the Grace Center for Innovation in Nursing Education, where alumni can witness firsthand the modern technology and innovative simulations that continue to shape the future of our Edson College graduates.
This Golden Reunion is not just a celebration of the past, but also a celebration of the careers and dedication of our Golden Graduates. It is a time to honor their contributions to the field of nursing and health innovation.
Edson College congratulates our Golden Graduates on their achievements and looks forward to celebrating the class of 1976 soon!
Registration
Date: May 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix, Mercado C - 502 E. Monroe, Phoenix, Arizona
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Schedule of events:
- 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. – Breakfast with Dean Judy Karshmer and Associate Dean Kathy Kenny.
- 9:45 to 10 a.m. – Presentation by Clinical Associate Professor Margaret Calacci on virtual reality in nursing education.
- 10 to 10:45 a.m. – Tour of Grace Center for Innovation in Nursing Education.
- 11 to 11:15 a.m. – Presentation by Assistant Professor Aaron Guest on the ASU Friendship Bench Program.
- 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Q&A Panel with the Golden Graduates.