In the latest installment of our cherished ROMEO gatherings—Random Old Men Eating Out—the Mendel Alumni Association turned the page to the festive chapter of our recurring reunions. This All-Class Christmas Celebration at JJ Kelleys in the South Suburbs was a feast for the palate and a toast to our enduring brotherhood.

From 11 AM to 2 PM, the air was rich with nostalgia and the clinking of glasses as our alumni indulged in a heartening family-style luncheon. With a friendly minimum donation of $25, each attendee contributed to the warmth of the occasion and the brighter future of upcoming Mendel scholars through the Legacy Scholarship Fund.

These ROMEO events are quickly becoming a cornerstone of our alumni community, bringing us together for a shared meal and laughter. We remind our esteemed alumni that these gatherings happen periodically, and we invite you to keep an eye on the Mendel Alumni Association website for details of the next merry assembly.

Your participation fuels not only the festivities but also the philanthropic spirit that defines our alumni network. Thank you for being part of another memorable ROMEO event, and we eagerly anticipate the camaraderie of our future get-togethers.

Stay tuned and stay connected. The next ROMEO event is just around the corner!