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After visiting Berry's schools in 1921, Henry and Clara Ford became captivated by Martha Berry's mission. Their friendship led to the construction of the Ford Complex — affectionately called the "Ford Castle" for its grand architecture.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of those first buildings. To commemorate this milestone, we're launching a limited-edition gift collection crafted exclusively for this occasion.

Net proceeds from each purchase support Berry's historic preservation fund, helping maintain the Ford Complex for generations to come.

This collection is produced in limited quantities. Order by Dec. 12 to ensure delivery by Christmas.

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Gray long sleeve shirt with blue stained glass window design celebrating 100 years of The Ford Complex.

Three stickers featuring a blue stained glass window design celebrating 100 years of The Ford Complex.

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Upcoming Alumni Events

Explore our calendar of upcoming events to see what's on the horizon. From on campus gatherings to regional socials, there's always an opportunity to stay connected to the Berry Community!

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Roarin' Holiday Party at Zoo Atlanta

Saturday, Dec. 13
6 to 9 p.m.

Celebrate the season Berry-style at our Roaring Holiday Party at the Atlanta Zoo! Dress in your best Roaring Twenties attire and enjoy an evening of laughter, lights and lively conversation with fellow alumni.

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Berry Night at the Nashville Predators

Saturday, Jan. 4, 2026
2:30 p.m.

Nashville-area alums — join us for an afternoon of hockey and a post-game meet-up at Blanco Cocina & Cantina!

Charlotte Meet & Greet with President Mazumder

Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026
5:30 to 8 p.m.

Charlotte-area alumni, current parents and friends of Berry College are invited to a meet & greet with Dr. Sandeep Mazumder at Providence Country Club.

REGISTRATION OPENS IN JANUARY

Rooted in Berry

Get connected. Stay involved.

There are so many ways to stay engaged with Berry—through the Alumni Association, volunteering, mentoring and networking, affinity groups, and alumni events. Share your interests to find the opportunities that fit you best and keep your Berry connection strong.

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ALUMNI NEWS & STORIES

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Berry alumni take their integrated education of the head, heart and hands with them to improve the communities in which they live, work and serve. We are thrilled to celebrate with them along the way. Explore inspiring spotlights, engaging photo albums, and insightful blogs that showcase the vibrant community and enduring spirit of Berry College.

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Celebrating Excellence: Highlights from the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards

On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Berry Alumni Association gathered to honor a remarkable group of individuals whose lives and work uphold the very best of the Berry spirit. The Distinguished Alumni Awards ceremony brought...

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Investing in legacy: How a gift of stock is helping Berry students thrive

Ask the Expert: The Power of Giving Stock

As president and founder of Goodwin Investment Advisory, Tim Goodwin (03C) has built a career helping people align their financial goals with their personal values. In this blog, he shares why...

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2025 Outstanding Young Alumni Award: Dr. Emily Melchior (16C)

Less than a decade after completing her animal science degree at Berry, Dr. Emily Melchior (16C) has built a reputation as a rising star in animal health research with a demonstrated commitment to investing...

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2025 Entrepreneurial Spirit Award: Drew Dillard (13C)

Drew Dillard (13C) has turned what started as a Berry class project into the thriving Juliana's Boutique, a retail business offering stylish, hand-curated women's fashions both in three retail...

2025 Distinguished Service Award: Andy Craddock (88C)

Andy Craddock (88C) has built his life around the philosophy of "I am third," placing God first, others second and himself third. It is a guiding principle he learned as a WinShape Scholar at Berry and has put into...

2025 Distinguished Achievement Award: Nancy Paris Simpson (77C)

The championship-caliber leadership Nancy Paris Simpson (77C) displayed on the basketball court at Berry translated into a distinguished 38-year career guiding teams and...

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A warm Berry welcome: An evening with President Mazumder

Berry alumni, friends and community members came together at the Christopher Browning Pavilion at Oak Hill for a warm Rome-area welcome for Berry College's new president, Dr. Sandeep Mazumder. Hosted by the Alumni...

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Morgan Bailey Hall officially opens

Joyful applause rang out as Berry College leaders, donors, health sciences faculty and students, and guests gathered to celebrate the opening of Morgan-Bailey Hall with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tours...

We're proud to celebrate the success, service and generosity of our alumni and friends!

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ALWAYS BERRY

WELCOME ALUMNI & FRIENDS!

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