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Dear Breck Alumni,
At Breck, we often speak of the strength of our community, and when I connect with alumni, the enduring friendships that began here are a common thread (shoutout to the Classes of 1964 and 1970 for recently sharing their meaningful stories).
Each June, Commencement marks a powerful rite of passage for Breck. Members of the senior class walk into the Chapel of the Holy Spirit as students and emerge as alumni. That moment—surrounded by their Breck community of classmates, teachers, families, and friends—never fails to move me. It’s more than a ceremony; it’s a deeply shared tradition for the students who experience it and for all the Breck alumni who came before them.
As you reflect on your own graduation—whether it took place on the Como Campus, River Road Campus, or Golden Valley Campus—consider the people who stood beside you. Who celebrated with you? Who helped shape your Breck experience? That sense of connection continues today in you and your fellow alumni. Reach out to a former teacher, classmate, or parent and let them know how much their contribution to your community means to you.
We are proud to welcome the Class of 2025 into the Breck Alumni Community. If you know a recent graduate, I encourage you to reach out and congratulate them, just as someone once did for you.
Read on for alumni stories, Homecoming 2025 details, and RSVP information for reunion celebrations for classes ending in 0 and 5. We look forward to connecting with you throughout the year.
As always, filled with Breck Mustang pride,
Brian Sobas
Director of Alumni Engagement
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Alumni Commencement Speaker Leslie Hayes '14
Thank you to Leslie Hayes, who shared the Alumni Welcome to the Breck Class of 2025!
"As I look into this crowd of graduates, I see the future leaders of the world. I see the changemakers, healers, strategists, and overall good humans that our society so desperately needs. As you solidify the futures that I have already envisioned and prayed for each of you, remember that your Breck community, whatever that may look like, welcomes you with open arms and cannot wait to hear of the amazing feats you accomplish."
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Community Conversations & Distinguished Alumni Chapel
Wednesday, September 24 | 8:15 & 9:50 a.m.
Join us for an interview and conversation with this year's Distinguished Alumna, Lynne Moore Nelson '86 and then listen to her speak to Breck's Upper School students in the Chapel.
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Excellence in the Arts | and Athletic Hall of Fame
Thursday, September 25 | 5:15 & 7:00 p.m.
Each year, members of the Breck Alumni Community select winners of the Excellence in the Arts Award & the Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony. Watch for an invite in your inbox if you have been selected.
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Tailgate and Homecoming Football Game
Friday, September 26 | 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join us in the Mustang Lot and McKnight Stadium for food trucks, fun Alumni activities, and your Breck Mustangs as they take on Concordia in the big game. Make sure you stop by the Alumni Table.
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Blessing of the Animals, Homecoming Festival, and Cookout
Saturday, September 27
11:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Homecoming festivities continue! We have Blessing of the Animals starting a 10:00 a.m. and the Festival and Cookout start at 11:00 a.m. Play some games, eat some food, connect with old classmates, and take in a soccer game or two.
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Alumni Photos on Friday and Saturday
Friday at 6:30 p.m. & Saturday at noon.
On Friday night, meet by the Breck Alumni Office tent for a group photo at 6:15 p.m. We will take the photo at 6:30 p.m.
On Saturday at noon, head to the metal Breck sign on the Chapel Green for our annual group photo.
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Register & Stop by the Alumni Table for Your New T-shirt
Want to get your 2025-26 Breck Alumni Shirt? Register ahead of time and swing by the Alumni Office Tent/Table on Friday or Saturday's festivities. Sport your Breck Mustang Alumni Pride during Homecoming and throughout the year!
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Nick Eugster '94
We recently caught up with Breck alumnus Nick Eugster '94, Deputy General Counsel at RAYUS Radiology, who recently placed first at the Zion 100k in Utah. Read his interview here.
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Olivia Mobley '20
Breck alumna Olivia Mobley '20 made significant strides in collegiate hockey and was just selected by the Boston Fleet in the 2025 PWHL Draft. Read her interview here.
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Alessandra Scarpa '22
The Alumni Office is so excited to have Alessandra Scarpa '22 join the team as this summer's Alumni Intern. She has already done so much to support the Alumni Community. Read her introduction here.
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Analyah Schlaeger dos Santos '13
Analyah Schlaeger dos Santos '13 is making a significant impact in environmental and climate justice. Read on to learn about her diverse roles, global insights, and cherished memories of Breck here.
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Picnic Linden Hills
Andrew Kitzenberg '05 and Peter Nguyen '05 joined forces to make E. Kitzenberg's (Andrew's wife) dream of a neighborhood bar in Linden Hills become a reality. Watch their interview here. P.S. Class of 2005 - watch to the end.
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Class of 1970 Reunion
A huge thank you to Jim Rollwagen and the 1970s Reunion Crew for a great time at their reunion!
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1975: Saturday, September 20 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. - Bill Lydon & Gran Harlow | Medina Entertainment Center Images Room | RSVP Here
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1985: Saturday, September 27 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Sarah Flotten, Dana Mirviss, Eric Christ | Pryes Brewing Company | RSVP Here
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1990: Saturday, September 20 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Dave Walter, Jena Bjorgen, Rusty Gaillard, Liza (Swanson) Bordenave | Nolos Kitchen and Bar | RSVP Here
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1995: Saturday, September 6 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Heather Grant, Suzanne Varecka, Summer Hill Johnson | Nolos Kitchen and Bar | RSVP Here
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2000: Saturday, December 20 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Airina Rodrigues | Brühaven | RSVP Here
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2005: Saturday, September 27 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Marlene Goldenberg, Rosemary Lelich, Tyler McLinn | Picnic | RSVP Here
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2010: Wednesday, November 26 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Eric Chien, Nathan Yueh, Cole Harstad | TBD | RSVP Here
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2015: Friday, November 28 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Madi Lommen, Peter Keisel, Jenn Fabian, Jaila Tolbert | Par365 | RSVP Here
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2020: Saturday, November 29 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - Eve Javinsky, Elizabeth Berman | Billy After Dark | RSVP Here
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Tour de Breck
The annual Tour de Breck just beat out a severe weather warning for a race to remember. Congratulations to Jackson, Theo, Furii, and Ms. Lee for taking the win! A special thanks to Tony Jewett '94 and Jimmy Beltz '94 for coming back to host the event! 🏆 See the gallery.
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Commencement 2025
Congratulations to all of our 2025 graduates! We loved celebrating with you and are so excited you are now Breck Alumni! A special thanks to Wyatt Nicholson '25 and Maya Trujillo '25 for serving as class reps. See the photos here.
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Survey Winners
Congratulations to our winners from the Alumni Engagement Survey, Curt Langlotz '77, Sarah Marsh '98, Brad Searl '95, and Jennifer Newsom Carruthers '97! We will be mailing out a new Kevin Cannon '98 Breck mug on the day we receive the shipments to the Breck Alumni Office (late July/early August).
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Breck Alumni Socks
We have surpassed our alumni giving goal this year, but we still have socks left. If you didn't get a pair and want one or want another pair, make a gift to the Breck Fund today, and we will mail socks your way! See the chart below for details:
- 2020 to 2025 — a gift of $5 or more
- 2009 or before — a gift of $10 or more
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