Stay Connected
Get ready, Yellow Jackets — Homecoming & Reunion Weekend is coming up on October 23–25, 2025, and it's going to be unforgettable!
Stay updated on news and events, share memories, and connect with old friends by creating a page in your BrightCrowd reunion class book and following the Georgia Tech Alumni Association on social media. Find ways to get involved and alumni event information at gtalumni.org and let us know which Georgia Tech programs and events you're most excited about by filling out the questionnaire. We are planning a weekend around you.
But the best way to connect is in person — that’s why we hope to see you at Homecoming & Reunion Weekend. Join us for reunion parties with your classmates, campus tours, the Reunions Past and Present Palooza Tailgate, the Helluva Block Party on North Avenue, the Georgia Tech vs. Syracuse game, and more. Online registration opens in August. See below for more information about these events and your reunion.
Let's reminisce about our time on campus and make new memories as we see how much Georgia Tech has grown since we were students. Stay tuned for more details.
Let's Create A Class of 1985 Legacy Together
Hey Class of 1985, we’re counting on you! Your milestone reunion gifts help advance the mission of Georgia Tech and its impact — on people’s lives, on the way we work together to create innovative solutions, and on our world — for decades to come.
This is our year. This is our Tech. Have you made your gift?
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Progress Toward Our Goals: 40 for 40
Georgia Tech’s reunion tradition provides the opportunity to reconnect with classmates and friends during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend while supporting our alma mater. The Class of 1985 Reunion Committee has set some shared goals for participation and engagement — we named it 40 for 40! We would like to connect with at least 40% of our class during our 40th reunion through the BrightCrowd class book and in-person attendance of our 40th reunion events.
We would like to see at least 40% of our class fill out a page in our class book. The online book allows us to reconnect and renew friendships by reliving memories with classmates and sharing what we’ve been doing since graduation. We would love to hear your Georgia Tech memories and see pictures of you and your family. If you have not already done so, please accept the BrightCrowd email invitation and create a page in our Class of 1985 40th Reunion Book today.
We also would like to see at least 40% of our class make a gift or pledge in honor of our 40th reunion. A gift of any size to any School, College, or academic or athletics program will help us achieve our goal. Gifts made during our reunion year are a great way to give back to Georgia Tech and show appreciation for the opportunities our time at Tech has given us.
Class of 1985 Reunion Donors Participation: Progress to Goal
BrightCrowd Class Book Participation: Progress to Goal
What’s the Good Word, Yellow Jackets?
Can you believe it’s been 40 years since we made it through drownproofing and finals? It’s time to celebrate how far we’ve come and reconnect with the classmates who were there for it all!
Join us October 24–25, 2025 for Homecoming & Reunion Weekend and help us hit our “40 for 40” goals:
- 40% of the class making a gift in honor of our 40th Reunion
- 40% of the class creating a page in our BrightCrowd class book
To Participate, Make a Gift or Pledge Today
Click here to support any College, School, or program, and help us reach our goal!
Register for Our Reunion Events
Click here to sign up and view the full list of events for the weekend!
- Reunion Party – Friday, October 24
We’ll be celebrating at Buzz Bash in Exhibition Hall, and honoring Coach Bobby Cremins and the 1985 basketball team’s ACC Championship win. Let’s pack the house! - GT Reunions Palooza Tailgate – Saturday, October 25
Join us on Tech Green before the game for food, fun, and Yellow Jacket spirit.
Share Your Story
Add your memories to our class book. Links to FAQ and a how-to guide are available above.
Spread the Word
Share your excitement on social media and tag your classmates! Let’s get the buzz going.
We can’t wait to see you back on campus!
Go Jackets!
Barry Cowart, IMGT and Steve Pinsky, ME
Co-Chairs, Class of 1985 40th Reunion Committee
COMMITTEE LEADERSHIP
Co-chair Barry Cowart, IMGT – Brandenton, FL
Co-chair Steve Pinsky, ME – Plainview, NY
AT LARGE COMMITTEE
Angie Baker, IMGT – Norcross, GA
Laura Byrd, IE – Atlanta, GA
Jeff Cooper, HS – Marietta, GA
Rick Densmore, ICS – Gainesville, GA
Chris Gaffney, IE – Smyrna, GA
Elaine Johns, IE – Alpharetta, GA
Linda Jordan, EE – Atlanta, GA
Bill Magee, IMGT – Saint Marys, GA
Gary May, EE – Davis, CA
Alyssa McElrone, PSY – Atlanta, GA
Susan Mitchell, ME – Kearneysville, WV
Greg Robertson, IMGT – Hoover, AL
David Saltzman, ESM – Pensacola, FL
Nola Thompson, EE – Marietta, GA
Jeff Trim, CE – Tampa, FL
Cheryl Weldon, CHE – Atlanta, GA
Robert Williams, IE – Jefferson, GA
We’re counting on the Class of 1985 to show the rest of the hive how Jackets give back. Let’s see how far we can take the future of Georgia Tech! See below for the Homecoming & Reunion Weekend schedule. Specific times for each event along with registration links will be available in August.
Homecoming & Reunion Weekend Schedule
Register for Alumni Association Homecoming Events
These include the Class of 1985 Buzz Back to Breakfast, Buzz Bash (featuring legendary Tech basketball coach Bobby Cremins and members of the 1985 ACC champion men's team), bus and walking tours of campus, the GTBAO After Party, and more. Visit www.gtalumni.org/homecoming before October 10 to register for these events.
RSVP for the Milestone Reunion Tailgate on Tech Green
Join us and other milestone reunion classes for the Past and Present Palooza Tailgate (2.5 hours prior to kickoff; time TBA). RSVP here to reserve your spot.
Purchase Football Tickets
Tickets for the GT vs. Syracuse game are available through the Athletic Association. Visit ramblinwreck.com/homecoming to select your homecoming seats.
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40th Reunion Plans and Other Giving Opportunities
Learn more about all of our 40th reunion plans and giving opportunities today. Contact:
Stefanie Smith
Director of Development, Reunion Giving
470.219.3401
stefanie.smith@dev.gatech.edu