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Mountain Day magic: A tradition like no other

Mountain Day is a special time each year when Berry comes alive with memories and tradition. Both former and current students know there's nothing quite like the energy and excitement that fills the campus during...

Ask The Expert: Retirement Planning & Legacy

Lauren G. Isom (05C) Today we're welcoming Lauren G. Isom (05C), CLU, ChFC, CLTC, to Ask the Expert. Lauren is a financial planner and partner at Griner-Isom Financial Strategies in Columbus, Ga.,...

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A gift to change everything

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Silver & Blue Alumni Weekend 2025: A Celebration of Friendship, Legacy and the Place We Call Home

Each spring, Berry alumni make their way back to the place that shaped them — bringing with them stories, memories and a deep sense of connection. Silver & Blue Alumni Weekend is a time-honored tradition, and...

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Alumni Work Week 2025: A true labor of love

Each spring, Berry College transforms into a hub of hard work, laughter and purpose during Alumni Work Week — and 2025 was no exception. From seasoned alumni who first stepped onto campus decades ago to recent...

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Legacy, Gathering, Exposure and the Ripple Effect: A Family’s Return to Berry

When Cate Dunning walked into Berry College's Dream Maker scholarship luncheon alongside her father (John Drury), she didn't expect to be moved to tears—multiple times. But as stories of generosity,...

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Entrepreneurial Spirit on Display at the 2025 PITCH Competition

The 2025 PITCH Competition once again highlighted the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship thriving at Berry College. Sponsored by the Center for Student Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Development (C-SEED), the...

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Dream Maker Luncheon 2025

At Berry College, we believe opportunity is one of the greatest gifts you can give. On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, we gathered for one of our most meaningful traditions—the Dream Maker Scholarship Luncheon.

History Week 2025

Couple uses their will to support Berry students

Russell and Judith McBride, originally from Virginia and Pennsylvania, were looking for a retirement community where they could count on continuing care as they aged. When they moved to the Spires at Berry College,...

Ask The Expert: Taxes associated with estate planning

In today’s edition, Ask the Expert tackles taxes associated with estate planning. Our featured expert is Jason Sweatt (88C), CPA, Global Tax Quality Managing Director with EY (Ernst & Young), a Big 4...

Viking Valentines — From Berry, with love

At Berry College, connections last a lifetime. This Valentine's season, we want to celebrate those special connections with our #VikingValentines social media campaign!