Boston, MA – May 15, 2007 – Wentworth Institute of Technology honored the class of ’57 graduates during ‘Black and Gold’ weekend, which recognizes alumni celebrating their 50th class reunion with induction into the “Black and Gold” Society. On May 11-13, alumni participated in a weekend full of events, reconnected with old friends and classmates, reminisced about their days attending Wentworth, and shared personal and professional highlights from the past 50 years. (See photos.)

“‘Black and Gold’ Weekend is one of the Institute’s annual traditions to celebrate our great alumni of 50 years,” said Barbara Such, Director of Alumni Relations. “Many of the alumni who attended the event have not seen their classmates or visited the campus in many years, which contributes to making the weekend so special and memorable.”   

The many exciting events of ‘Black and Gold’ weekend included a campus tour, luncheon and induction into the ‘Black and Gold” Society, a walking tour of Deer Island, dinner in the North End, the performance of ‘Crazy for You’ at the North Shore Music Theatre, the undergraduate commencement and awarding of honorary degrees to the class of ‘57, and the alumni association’s annual meeting.

Wentworth Institute of Technology
Founded in 1904, Wentworth Institute of Technology is an independent, co-educational nationally ranked institution offering career-focused education through 15 bachelor degree programs in areas such as architecture, computer science, construction management, design, engineering, engineering technology, and management of technology. For over a century, Wentworth has been a leader in technical education known for its academic excellence, community service, and support for the economic growth of the region. For more information, please visit www.wit.edu.