Reunion at Commencement 2025
Each Commencement ceremony promises to be a celebration of legacy and achievement, bringing together alumni spanning several decades. As we honor the graduating class of 2025, we also pay tribute to the rich history and enduring spirit of those who graduated in the distinguished years of 1945, 1950, 1955, 1965, 1975 and 1985.
Save the Date! The Milestone Reunion for the Classes of 1955, 1965, 1975 and 1985 will be held on May 29, 2025 at Queens College’s Commencement.
The nostalgia of your own graduation day merges with the anticipation of witnessing the next generation embark on their journeys. It’s a powerful reminder of the enduring bond that unites generations of alumni – a shared love for knowledge, growth, and your alma mater.
Reunion members can access their yearbooks here.
To make a gift in honor of your Reunion Class Year, please click here.
Share Your QC Memories With Us!
The Office of Alumni Relations ENCOURAGES you to share your Queens College memories with us! Tell us an anecdote or a nostalgic story about your time at your alma mater. Email us at qcreunions@qc.cuny.edu.
Join Your Class Exclusive Group!
We encourage you to join your class-exclusive Facebook group! You’ll be asked to enter your QC grad year. There you will be able to reconnect with QC friends, exchange photos, messages and so much more!
In the year 1950...
- The first credit card, the Diners Club Card, was introduced, revolutionizing consumer spending.
- The Korean War began on June 25, marking a significant conflict during the Cold War era.
- “Cinderella,” Disney’s animated classic, premiered, becoming an instant hit.
In the year 1955...
- Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama, sparking the modern Civil Rights Movement.
- The first McDonald’s franchise, opened by Ray Kroc, started transforming the fast-food industry.
- James Dean starred in “Rebel Without a Cause,” cementing his legacy as a cultural icon.
In the year 1965...
- The Voting Rights Act was signed into law, prohibiting racial discrimination in voting.
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The Beatles performed the first stadium concert in music history at Shea Stadium in New York.
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“The Sound of Music” premiered and went on to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
In the year 1975...
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Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen, laying the foundation for the personal computing revolution.
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Steven Spielberg’s “Jaws” was released, becoming the first summer.
- The Vietnam War officially ended with the Fall of Saigon on April 30.
In the year 1985...
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The iconic Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) was released in the United States.
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Live Aid concerts took place in London and Philadelphia, raising funds to combat famine in Ethiopia.
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“Back to the Future” became a cultural phenomenon, introducing audiences to time-traveling adventures.
In the year 1995...
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The DVD was announced, promising to transform how people watched movies at home.
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The Oklahoma City bombing shocked the U.S., highlighting domestic terrorism.
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The iconic film “Toy Story” was released, becoming the first entirely computer-animated feature film.
In the year 2000...
- Charles M. Schulz’s final Peanuts comic strip was published, concluding a 50-year run of beloved characters.
- Sony launched the PlayStation 2, which went on to become one of the best-selling video game consoles.
- “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” was published, intensifying the global Harry Potter craze.
In the year 2005...
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Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans and surrounding areas, becoming one of the deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history.
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YouTube was launched, changing how people share and consume videos online.
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“Brokeback Mountain” and “Crash” made waves in Hollywood, with “Crash” winning Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
In the year 2015...
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The Supreme Court of the United States legalized same-sex marriage nationwide in a historic decision.
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“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” premiered, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of all time.
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NASA announced the discovery of liquid water on Mars, sparking excitement about the possibility of life on the planet.
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