Virginia Military Institute - Bomb Yearbook (Lexington, VA)

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General Walker shows off the check presented to the Alumni Foundation by the Class of 1961, The Class of ' 61 was visibly proud of its accomplishment, (left) Classes prepare to pass in review following Satur- day ' s parade during Alumni weekend. (left) The Classes of ' 61 and ' 71 take in the Review by the Corps. Each class eagerly awaits its chance to pass in review again, as it once did. (top left) From atop the sentinel box and in the courtyard, classes form to give their respective Old Yells as led by their class officers and the cheerleaders, (bot- tom left) Cadet Life 19

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Fall Alumni Weekend Fall Alumni Weekend was held this year on the weekend of 18-20 Sep- tember. The weather again as In the past few years during Alumni weekend was threatening rain. However, as all the VMI family know, if there Is to be a parade or Alumni function, it will be held come rain, sleet, snow, or high water. As is the norm during Alumni week- ends, old grads began to arrive early in the week. They could be seen all over post as they tried to re-acquaInt themselves with old, but unforgettable surroundings. Friday evening the Alum- ni were in full force, as the lights and noise from Moody Hall were blaring all night. Saturday morning was an event- ful one with class pictures, the parade, and following these, a luncheon. Short- ly after this, all turned out to watch the Keydets on the gridiron. For their 25th reunion, the Class of 1961 presented The Alumni Foundation with a very healthy donation of over 2.5 million dollars. This project was the highlight of the Class of 61 ' s reunion. Although the football was unable to come away with a victory against Fur- man, activities, parades, and tailgate parties gave rise to an Incredible and unforgetful weekend. The Alumni from the VMI classes that have gone before us definately showed us that the VMI spirit does not die, but grows. Their support and devotion to VMI are unsurpassed by any. « , =- % . IBt,:J i-! ;:■ ' » , J 2 ' J B Cadet Life

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Homecoming Hops For the second year in a row. Homecoming Hops fell before Opening Hops (which is pretty consistent with other forms of logic that prevail at VMI). Nonetheless, Hops at VMI are something special. They are a time to escape from the regular routine, and even enjoy the company of a lady. Those cadets with girlfriends in their home towns find rides or make flight reservations. For many, the weekend will be worth flying girlfriends in from as for away as Chicago, New York, and Mississippi. Hops begin with the Friday night formal ball, and continue through Saturday night with the informal dance. Often, Sat- urday mourning classes are slept through as cadets try to recover from the night before. Following the parade that afternoon, cadets and their dotes proceed to one of the most cherished events of 20 Cadet Life