Rivals, Our Tradition
Two days before the 131st Monon Bell Classic, Wabash College alumni and Depauw University alumni came together to celebrate the schools' historic college football rivalry.
Alumni of Wabash College and Depauw University came together to celebrate their historic rivalry and enjoy some friendly competition.
The two tried their hand at fowling—a combination of football and bowling.
The event offered an opportunity for the Little Giants to brush shoulders with the Tigers and bond over their shared tradition of rivalry.
Special Assistant to the President for Belonging and Community and Associate English Professor Jill Lamberton introduced Depauw University President Dr. Lori White to Wabash senior Josh Whack ’26.
Even Tyler the Tiger and Wally were friends for the night!
Monon Bell Classic highlight reels were projected on the warehouse wall.
Harry "Mac" McNaught ’76 presented the Raymond "Gaumey" Neal Award to Mark Miles ’76.
Miles (right) with Lance Swank, the recipient of the same award from Depauw University.
Miles (right) with Lance Swank, the recipient of the same award from Depauw University.
"We share a rich history of creating liberally educated leaders of our communities, our colleges, our state, and our nation," President Scott Feller said. "We graduate alumni who are truly grateful for the education they received, and more importantly, are committed to ensuring our great colleges thrive for generations to come. This, my friends, is the tradition that makes us more rivals. It makes us friends. It makes us colleagues. It makes us families."
Old friends reconnected.
Current Wabash students had the chance to meet alumni.
Sphinx Club President Tanner Quackenbush ’26 chatted with Sean Bledsoe ’26, who emceed the event with his Depauw counterpart, Will Gardy.
Fowling followed the dinner and programming.
Fowling followed the dinner and programming.
Fowling followed the dinner and programming.
Fowling followed the dinner and programming.
Fowling followed the dinner and programming.
Wabash Director of Alumni and Affinity Group Engagement Ron Dostal ’92 posed with Tyler the Tiger.
Wabash Dean of Students Scott Brown visited with alumni as well as current students at the event.
