Join us on April 17th for the President’s Gala
As the grand finale to the Inauguration Day of Dr. James Cousins, 36th President of Kentucky Wesleyan College, we invite you to an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and impact at the President’s Gala!
This annual celebration brings together alumni, donors and friends of the college for a celebration highlighting the impact of KWC on its community and raising essential funds for the Wesleyan Scholarship Fund, directly benefitting students.
Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m. | Dinner served at 7 p.m.
Location: The Owensboro Convention Center
501 West 2nd Street, Owensboro, KY 42301
As is customary, members of the 1858 Society will receive 2 complimentary tickets to the event.
Join us for a night that promises to be extraordinary in every way!
Event Sponsors
2025 Event Sponsors
Baird The Settle Group, Entertainment Sponsor
American Patriot Getaways, Cornerstone Sponsor
Independence Bank, Cornerstone Sponsor
Owensboro Health, Auction Sponsor
Disaster Team, a Building by Baker Company, Gold Sponsor
Greenwell Chisholm, Gold Sponsor
Houchens Insurance Group, Gold Sponsor
Lonnie Nave Service Co., Gold Sponsor
Modern Welding, Gold Sponsor
U.S. Bank, Silver Sponsor
Aladdin Campus Dining, Bronze Sponsor
EM Ford, Bronze Sponsor
Event Program
TBA