Come home to the College for Fall Alumni Weekend
November 17-18, 2023
Lowcountry Oyster Roast
in Cistern Yard
Co-hosted by the Southeastern
Wildlife Exposition | Friday, November 17, 2023 | 6-9 pm
Celebrate the season with delicious oysters, whole hog barbecue, chili, hot dogs, and all the fixings. Enjoy an open bar featuring regional flavors, premium liquors, local beers, and fine wines. The Bluestone Ramblers will provide traditional bluegrass music as we enjoy the College’s beautiful holiday lights. Net proceeds from this event will benefit the Alumni Association and the Southeastern Wildlife Exposition.
Early Bird tickets are $100 per person through October 16.
Regular price tickets are $125 per person starting October 17.
All guests must be ages 21 or older.
Alumni Awards
Gala Dinner Dance
Saturday, November 18, 2023 | 6:30-10:30 pm
Charleston Marriott, 170 Lockwood Boulevard
Black Tie
This year, we will recognize eight distinguished alumni whose outstanding achievements have brought honor to the College. Your ticket includes a gourmet dinner accompanied by fine wines, followed by a top-shelf open bar and dancing to the sounds of the Java Band. Free parking. Net proceeds from this event will benefit the Alumni Association in support of the College of Charleston.
Early Bird tickets are $170 per person/$1,700 per 10-person table through October 16.
Regular price tickets are $195 per person/$1,950 per 10-person table starting October 17.
Tickets can be purchased online here
2023 Honorees
The Alumni Award of Honor
The Hon. Joseph P. Riley Jr. ’09 Honorary Degree
Former Mayor of Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina
The Distinguished Alumnus Award
The Hon. Matt Tuerk ’02
Mayor of Allentown
Allentown, Pennsylvania
Alumna of the Year
Jennie Stephens ’89, ’94
CEO, Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation
Charleston, South Carolina
The Outstanding Service Award in Medicine
Aundrea Eason Loftley ’06, MD
Assistant Professor, Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina
The Howard F. Rudd Jr. Business Person of the Year
Richard Maclean ’88
Founder & Managing Partner, Frontier Capital
Charlotte, North Carolina
The Honors College Distinguished Alumni Award
Mildred “Millie” C. Embree ’02, DMD
Assistant Professor, Columbia University Medical Center
New York City
The Young Alumna Award
Ashley Cafasso ’14
Senior Project Manager, Apellis Pharmaceuticals
New York City
The Young Alumnus Award
Tanner Clay ’15
Director of Revenue, Charleston Battery
Charleston, South Carolina
Hotels
If you are traveling from out of town, be sure to check out our list of places to stay.
Events
Alumni Weekend offers an exciting schedule of events and programs for all alumni, family, and friends.
Bookstore Discount
Alumni receive 10% off, November 16-20, at The CofC Bookstore, 161 Calhoun Street, and at The College Corner, 327 King Street.