Events

Reconnect with fellow alumni and experience the Rogue River like never before. This 4‑hour, 36‑mile Dinner Excursion invites you to take in the scenery and enjoy an evening of shared stories and spectacular views.

This narrated adventure is filled with native wildlife, breathtaking views of the legendary Hellgate Canyon and a dinner at the exclusive Hellgate River Lodge Restaurant.

Date: Friday, July 17th

Time: Arrive by 3:45pm

Location: Hellgate Jetboat Excursion (966 SW 6th St, Grants Pass, Oregon 97526)

Cost: $50 per person, reflecting a 50% sponsor‑supported discount

Registration: Register here

This events cost has been lowered due to the generosity of Alumni who support the Alumni Association through sponsorship. Thank you to our event specific sponsors: James '98 and Anna DeHoog, Scott '97 and Rachel Blower.

Hey Owls!

Summer is here, and that means it's time for the longest-running OIT alumni event that just so happens to be in the Reno area and I'd love for you to be part of it!

You're invited to join us for a Friends & Family BBQ at my home on Saturday, August 8th from 11am to 3pm. This is a relaxed, come-as-you-are afternoon filled with good food, great company, and the chance to reconnect with fellow OIT alumni right here in the Reno community. We'll also have OIT faculty and staff on hand, so it's a great opportunity to catch up with the people who made your time at OIT special.

This will be my 9th year hosting this event, and every year it gets better. Bring your spouse, your kids, your neighbors, the more the merrier! Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, all Owls (and the people they love) are welcome.

In the weeks leading up to the event, keep an eye on your inbox! We'll be sending follow-up emails featuring alumni stories and memories from past BBQs to get you fired up for this year's gathering.

We'd love to see you there, don't miss it!

Go Owls!

Allan Snippen

Questions?

Please contact Jacie Wyatt at jacie.wyatt@oit.edu or at 541-885-1109.

Please register online so we know how much food to buy. Thanks!