Looking to stay connected to Otterbein and your fellow alumni? Well, look no further!
Below you’ll find a list of virtual and in-person engagement opportunities, both on campus and around the world. Sign up for one – or more! – today and strengthen your connections with old friends, make some new ones, and maybe learn something, too!
Please contact the Office of Alumni & Family Engagement if you have any questions about our events or if you are interested in hosting an event in your area:
Phone: 614-823-1650
Email: alumni@otterbein.edu
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Signature Events & Travel
Homecoming & Family Weekend
50th Reunion
Alumni Travel Program
Athletics Events
Upcoming Events
Otterbein “Beat Cap” Basketball Double Header
January 18, 2025 | 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. | Rike Center
Join fellow alumni and families to cheer on the men’s and women’s basketball teams as they take on crosstown rival Capital for the annual Roush Auto Rivalry Showdown. The women tip off at 5 p.m., followed by the men at 7 p.m. Plus, the men’s teams and players from 1981-1986 will be honored at halftime. Get your tickets here!
Lifelong Learning Community
Classes start February 20, 2025 | 1:30 p.m. | The Point
Our Spring 2025 semester classes for Otterbein’s Lifelong Learning Community begin on Thursday, February 20. Membership in the LLC program is required for attendance, but if you are new to the LLC, you may attend your first class for free to give it a try! The LLC is open to anyone age 55+ interested in attending weekly classes (in-person on via Zoom), fun activities, socializing, and more!
More information on the LLC is available on the website here, including links for registration.
Otterbein Baseball 2nd Annual First Pitch Dinner
February 15, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. | The Medallion Club
It’s time for our second annual Baseball First Pitch Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025 at The Medallion Club! Our event will be a night to celebrate the past, present, and future of Cardinal Baseball and offer everyone an opportunity to meet the 2024-25 team and reconnect with coaches and alumni. Learn more about the event here… and Go Cards!
3rd Annual Black Excellence Ball
Hosted by the Black Student Union | February 22, 2025 | 6 p.m. | Roush Hall
Otterbein Alumni: Join us for the 3rd Annual Black Excellence Ball, hosted by the Black Student Union! Doors will open at 6 p.m. in Roush Hall and you’ll find yourself on the red carpet of “Hollywood” at Otterbein! The event honors the achievements of students of color, alumni, and the Black Student Union. This year’s theme celebrates the brilliance, resilience, and success of our community while fostering an atmosphere of pride, unity, and inspiration… and encourages continued excellence among Otterbein students and alumni. View the event flyer here and if you plan to attend, we kindly request you to register via the link below.
Atlanta Alumni, Families, and Friends Event
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 11:30 a.m. at the Municipal Market & 6:30 p.m. at Aloft Atlanta Downtown
- Saturday, Feb. 22, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. – Food Tasting Tour at the Historic Municipal Market + a Southern Biscuit Making Mini Class (approx. 2.5 hours total). Learn more about this tour here!
- Saturday, Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m. – Social Meet-n-Mingle at Aloft Atlanta, 300 Ted Turner Dr. NW, Atlanta 30308. Light snacks and beverages provided.
Come to one or the other, or come to both! The Office of Alumni Engagement will be covering the cost of any Otterbein alum, parent, or friend and one guest ($90 per person value!) for the Food Tour at the Market. Spots are limited so RSVP today!
In the Loop with the Alumni Council: Creating Your Distinctive Personal Brand
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 | 7 p.m. | Zoom
Join us for our life and professional development series sponsored by the Otterbein Alumni Council! See the event flyer here.
Students and alumni will want to join us to learn about how to create your own distinctive personal brand from local expert Samantha Nolan — regarded as one of the most accomplished and effective personal branding experts in the U.S., having worked with over 9,000 clients in over 47 states and around the world. Her well-known ‘Dear Sam’ column is published in 20+ newspapers across the country and appears weekly in the L.A. Times, Columbus Dispatch, Cleveland Plain Dealer, San Diego Union-Tribune, The Advocate, the Oklahoman, and others! Learn more about Nolan Branding at: www.nolanbranding.com. Moderated by Alumni Council Chair Holly McFarland ’78.
Alumni Artist on Display: Works by Adam Kolp ’02
Spring Semester | Becker Gallery | Courtright Memorial Library, Lower Level
Otterbein’s Courtright Memorial Library is excited to have the work of Adam Kolp ’02 on display in the Becker Gallery. Adam is a native of Westerville, and while an art student at Otterbein, he struggled with losing his vision and ultimately received two corneal transplants allowing him to regain his sight. Adam continued with his education and creation of art with a new and energized view of life. For the past 20 years, Adam has shared his love of art teaching elementary, middle, and high school students while growing as a professional artist. Stop by Becker Gallery to view “Works by Adam Kolp” and learn more here.
Have an idea for an event?
We’re always looking for new and exciting ways to connect Cardinals to one another.
Have an idea for an event or program? Email us at alumni@otterbein.edu
Video Series
In the Loop with Alumni Council >
This video interview series highlights life and professional development topics with the Alumni Council.
Inside the Nest >
This series provides viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at interesting places on Otterbein’s campus and beyond.
Cardinal Fly-By >
This series consists of five-minute learning lectures on a variety of topics from managing anxiety to proper stretching techniques.
Signature Events
