Join Bay College in Celebrating 60 Years

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60 Years Bay College EST. 1962

Bay College turns 60 years old this November!  Join Bay students and employees for 3-days of celebratory festivities on November 2nd, 3rd and 4th, and share your favorite memories with the College on social media using #Bay60 and #ILoveBayCollege.

The celebration kicks off on Wednesday, November 2 with a “60th Birthday Party” from 3pm-5pm ET in the Besse Center/HUB area on the Escanaba Campus.  All are welcome to come onto campus and enjoy birthday cupcakes, games, and live music by the Bay Band.

“Dress like it’s 1962!” apparel contest and trivia will take place in Café Bay on Thursday, November 3 at 12pm (noon) ET.  Plus, jump into the 60’s themed photobooth and get your photo taken.  Be sure to share your photos or a favorite nostalgic memory on social media using hashtag #Bay60.  Also, participate in GAME-APALOOZA from 5pm-7pm ET.  There is a suggested donation of $2 or a donation to the College’s Food Pantry.  Close out the evening by attending The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute concert performing “Lightfoot - The Stories, The Songs”, happening in the Besse Theater starting at 7pm.  Tickets are on sale now (and they will go fast)!  Purchase tickets ahead of time by visiting www.baycollege.tix.com or call the Box Office, 906-217-4045.  Tickets are $20/adult and $10/K-Bay.  K-Bay students and employees can purchase their tickets in-person at the box office.

On Friday, November 4 come cheer on the Norse and wear your green and blue!  Women’s Basketball is playing at 6pm and Men’s Basketball at 8pm.  There will be giveaways, on-court contests and entertainment, and the Norse mascot of course.  Tickets can be purchased online or at the door prior to the game.  Bay students get in to all Norse games free of charge.

For more information, join Bay on facebook @BayCollege or check out www.baycollege.edu/60th-anniversary.  For questions, contact events_FROM_BAY_COLLEGE or 906-217-4040.


Bay College is devoted to your success in the classroom, on-campus, online, in the community and into the workforce. We’re proud to offer certificates and programs that result in successful careers, associate degrees and credits that transfer to universities, and workforce training to sharpen your skills and advance your career. #BayIsTheWay

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