Older Americans Week at Ripon College

Since 1963, Older Americans Month has been celebrated in the United States each May as a way to honor and recognize older Americans for the contributions they make to our families, communities and society. Ripon College is recognizing the achievements of older Americans and showing our appreciation for the the older adults in our community through a week-long series of events aimed at forging a mutual connection between all generations!

Schedule of Events

Monday, April 16 (Campus-wide) 

Identify an elder in your life whom you respect, and tell them how much you appreciate them..."just because!" Don't talk to your grandparents as much as you would like to? Set aside some time today to call them, write them, or even visit them! Keep your eyes peeled for posters hung around campus today featuring "If you were alive in..." fun facts! They might spark a lively discussion with your loved ones!

Tuesday, April 17 (Mailroom)
11:00am-1:00pm

Stop by the mailroom to write a message and/or take a picture to send to the residents at the Prairie Place Assisted Living facility here in Ripon or to another special older american in your life! The Office of Community Engagement will be providing cards, paper, and writing materials; all you need to do is show up! 

Wednesday, April 18 (MLK Lounge) 

1:30pm-2:30pm

Students, staff and faculty are invited to join residents of the Prairie Place Assisted Living facility for a short campus tour, followed by a small reception in the MLK lounge for refreshments and conversation.

Thursday, April 19 (Prairie Place Assisted Living Facility) 

10:00am-11:00am  

Residents of the Prairie Place Assisted Living facility would like to invite the Ripon College community to come and decorate cookies with them. The decorated cookies will be sold on in the commons today (during lunch and dinner) to raise money for a very special Arbor Day plant exchange between Ripon College and Prairie Place.

Friday, April 20 (Damm Heritage Room)
5:30pm 

An informational film provided by the National Alzheimer’s Association will be shown, followed by a discussion of the many ways that Alzheimer’s disease affects patients and families. Swipe through the line for dinner and join us!