SJMS Reunion Weekend 

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Friday, October 11
1300 – 1530 | Registration & Cozy Inn Hamburgers – Let the Memories Begin
Step onto campus and take in that first breath of nostalgia—it’s time to kick off a weekend of reconnection, celebration, and brotherhood. Check in, grab your badge, and sink your teeth into one of Kansas’ most iconic bites: Cozy Inn’s legendary sliders.
Since 1922, these onion-packed, six-stool wonders have fed generations, and today, they welcome you home. As you savor the flavor of tradition, wander through the SJMS Historical Museum on a guided tour and rediscover the roots of our storied legacy. From treasured artifacts to powerful exhibits, it’s a walk through time that honors every cadet who has called this place home.
Come hungry for more than burgers—come hungry for memories.

1800 – 2200 | Food, Fellowship & Fun – AJ’s Sports Grill (115 E Ash, Salina)
Fuel the night with AJ’s Sports Grill  massive 29” Superdome Pizza and kick back with fellow Old Boys as stories flow and laughter echoes. Courtesy of the SJMS Museum, your drinks are on the house for every trivia question you nail (Kent’s got tricks up his sleeve!).
Got kids with you? AJ’s arcade and bowling alley will keep them busy while you soak in the camaraderie. This is your night to reconnect, unwind, and remember how good it feels to be part of something bigger than yourself.

Saturday, October 12
0930 | Worship at Armstrong Chapel – A Moment of Reflection
Gather in the sacred space that holds countless memories. Whether baptized, blessed, or nudged awake in the pews, this chapel means something unique to us all. Join Fr. Tom Fiske, OB ’71, as he leads a powerful service filled with music, memory, and meaning.
Let the pipe organ guide your heart as we remember, give thanks, and honor the bonds we still carry with us today.

1100 – 1200 | “Memories” – Stevens Center, Browning Reception Room
Every cadet has a story—some hilarious, some heartfelt, all unforgettable. This is your chance to listen, laugh, reflect, and maybe even share one of your own. These tales shaped who we are and the paths we walked.
Come hear how SJMS left its mark—and how it still echoes in our lives today.

1210 – 1330 | Lunch on Your Own
Grab a bite, reflect, and get ready for a powerful afternoon.

1330 – 1445 | Meet & Greet – Honoring the Class of 1955
SJMS Historical Museum
Celebrate the legacy of one of our most legendary classes. Meet living legends like D. Dale Browning, and hear firsthand how the values of SJMS have stood the test of time.
This is more than just a meet-and-greet—it’s a chance to witness living history, connect across generations, and be inspired by those who helped build the foundation we all walk on today.

1500 | Tribute Ceremonies – Memorial Tear Drop Park & Museum Front

• Final Roll Call
  A rose laid in silence. A name read aloud. This solemn tradition honors those we’ve lost, with heartfelt remembrance and deep respect.
• Handle Ceremony
  A rite of passage. A touch of the salvaged Vail Hall Handle, rescued from the 1978 fire, connects us to every cadet who came before—and those still to come.
  Tradition lives in this moment.
• Retiring of the Colors– Memorial Tear Drop Park A solemn close to our ceremonial honors. The bricks and monuments here are more than stone—they’re stories carved in time.

1800 | Dinner & Dreams – The Garage & Jim’s Chicken
Downtown Salina, 4th Street (Just South of Iron Ave)
Step into The Garage, a 40,000-square-foot playground of vintage cars, motorcycles, and auto memorabilia. Pick your dream ride, relive the glory days, and swap stories about “the one that got away.”
Then, dig in to a legendary spread from Jim’s Chicken—featuring the fried chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, cole slaw, fluffy biscuits,
Come hungry—leave full of memories.

Sunday, October 13 | 0800– 1030
Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast Sendoff – One Last Bite, One Last Bond
Start the final day of our unforgettable weekend with a plate of soul-warming comfort: buttermilk biscuits smothered in rich, savory sausage gravy. Just like those early morning mess hall memories—only better.
Share a cup of coffee, some hearty laughs, and heartfelt goodbyes with brothers who’ve stood by you since day one. This isn’t goodbye—it’s just “see you next year.”
Together then. Together now. SJMS forever.

SJMS Historical Museum Hours

Friday: Opens at 1000

Saturday: 1300 – 1700

Sunday: 0930 – 1200