Alumni
Alumni are the heart of Kentucky Wesleyan College, carrying its mission forward through their leadership, generosity, and lifelong connection to The Wesleyan Way.
Hail to thee!
Once a Panther, always a Panther. Your connection to Kentucky Wesleyan does not end with graduation. It is a lifelong relationship built on shared memories, purpose, and pride.
From our very first graduate, Benjamin Best in 1866, to today’s newest alumni, Kentucky Wesleyan has been a place that nurtures potential and inspires lives of impact. Across the decades, our graduates have gone on to lead, serve, and make a difference in communities around the world. Today, nearly 8,000 Wesleyan alumni live and work in 14 countries, continuing the legacy of excellence and service that began here.
No matter where life has taken you, you will always have a home at Kentucky Wesleyan. The Alumni Engagement Team is here to help you stay connected, whether you attend an event, mentor a student, share your latest life update, or help recruit the next generation of Panthers.
We want to celebrate your milestones, support your journey, and continue “bringing up” the spirit of The Wesleyan Way—to do everything with honor, support one another, and love each other in Christ.
Together, we keep growing, giving, and cheering each other on. Together, we are Kentucky Wesleyan.
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Ways to Engage
The Wesleyan spirit lives on through our alumni. By staying involved, you help strengthen the bond between past, present, and future Panthers—creating opportunities and inspiring the next generation. Whether you attend events, mentor students, share your story, or give back, your engagement keeps our community strong and ensures The Wesleyan Way continues to make a difference.
Submit a Class Note
We need your help to celebrate Panther achievement! Submit a note about yourself or a fellow Kentucky Wesleyan Alumnus/a to help us recognize special moments, congratulate new jobs or promotions, and be there for our alumni in time of need.
These notes may be featured in the Kentucky Wesleyan Magazine, Alumni Monthly, or our social media accounts.
If you prefer, you can email your class note (and link/photo) to alumni@kwc.edu.
Update My Contact Information
To make sure you receive all the news and happenings from Kentucky Wesleyan College, we need your help!
If you haven’t heard from the College for a while, or if it’s possible we are calling an old phone number or mailing to an old address (physical or e-mail), please take a moment to update your contact information below.
If you prefer to make your updates over the phone, call us at 270-852-3140!
Homecoming 2025
Homecoming is more than a weekend—it’s a celebration of every Panther, past and present. No matter your class year or where life has taken you, Kentucky Wesleyan will always feel like home. Come back, reconnect, and relive the spirit that makes The Wesleyan Way unforgettable.
Alumni Events
Alumni Events are a great way to engage with the College and connect with other alumni. Check out upcoming dates and events that you can join in!
KWC Day at Keeneland
October 19
Click here for more Keeneland information.
GOLD Alumni Burgers & Brews
November 15 | Hosted in the football suites during the KWC – Thomas More Game
More information coming soon.
Graduates of the Last Decade
Graduates of the Last Decade (GOLD) is an affinity group within the KWC Alumni Association open to all alumni who have graduates from Kentucky Wesleyan College within the last 10 years. GOLD serves as an outlet for recent graduates to connect with one another in an environment that fosters career advancement, network expansion & philanthropic awareness. There’s nothing you need to do to “join” the GOLD group – if you graduated within the last 10 years (Classes of 2013-2023), you’re in!
The College is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of our GOLD alumni and to provide resources, special programming & events for this special group. From professional development and community events to happy hours and service opportunities, our goal is to allow GOLD alumni to grow their affinity with Kentucky Wesleyan College and each other. Check out the list of events listed, plan to celebrate GOLD Week with us & consider joining the GOLD Circle of the 1858 Society to ensure that we can provide scholarships and other opportunities to future students just like we did for you!
Additional Alumni Resources
Alumni Hall of Fame
Alumni Awards
Alumni Benefits
Dear Graduates
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