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Legacy Story: Linda Thorup ’82
Linda Thorup '82 Yadkinville, NC Linda’s family connections to Guilford and Quaker heritage run deep. Linda’s mother, Eleanor Corneilson Rice ’50, aunt, Janice Corneilson Warner ’55, sister, Lisa Rice Hayes ’80, and husband, Don Thorup ’81, each represent links in the network of Guilford alumni supporting the school’s history and future mission. Linda shares some of the experiences that continue to give her a deep appreciation for the impact Guilford has had on her life. Did a family member influence you to enroll at Guilford? Yes,...
Brennan Aberle ’08 shares with Honors students the importance of listening
Brennan Aberle ’08 still remembers meeting his first client as a Guilford County Public Defender. She was a single mother working two jobs – a grocery store by day and a packaging plant by night – who had been charged with solicitation for prostitution.
In praise of public service
In this political season, the spotlight shines bright on our elected officials, two in particular. Yet just beyond the light, it’s the work of countless civil and public servants, deeply committed to serving others. Guilfordians have made careers out of public service...
Alumni Advisory Team to Help College Navigate Financial Realities
President Kyle Farmbry invited three Guilford alumni with deep experience in finance to serve on an Alumni Finance Advisory Team, and they will provide input and guidance to the College as it navigates some fiscal challenges.
Sarah Munro ’09 selected for Council on Foreign Relations’ Ambassador Program
The Council on Foreign Relations has selected Sarah Munro ’09, Guilford’s Director of Global and Off-Campus Initiatives, to be part of its 2024-25 Higher Education Ambassador program.
Advice for Students at Convocation: “Keep it Strong and Humble”
Zitty Nxumalo ’08 completed a bachelor’s degree in Business Management as an adult student at Guilford College after a nine-year odyssey attending colleges in two states and changing majors multiple times.
For the Good of Guilford campaign tops $6 million in gifts
The Guilford College community has come together to raise more than $6M since we launched the “For the Good of Guilford” campaign on March 1.
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Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026
Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026
Guilford College Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026 October 2–4, 2026 We are looking forward to welcoming alumni, friends, families, and parents to campus for an action-packed weekend. Click here to
Class of 1977 50th Golden Circle Reunion
Class of 1977 50th Golden Circle Reunion
Class of 1977 50th Golden Circle Reunion April 23-25, 2027 Stay tuned for more information!
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Upcoming Events
Join us for exciting events at Guilford College and in a city near you. View more events »
Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026
Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026
Guilford College Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026 October 2–4, 2026 We are looking forward to welcoming alumni, friends, families, and parents to campus for an action-packed weekend. Click here to
Class of 1977 50th Golden Circle Reunion
Class of 1977 50th Golden Circle Reunion
Class of 1977 50th Golden Circle Reunion April 23-25, 2027 Stay tuned for more information!