Reunions '25 Schedule
Weekend Schedule
The full weekend schedule is still taking shape, and more events are being added. Check back for updates!
| WEDNESDAY EVENTS |
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 Times TBDHAMILTON CLASS OF 1975 50TH REUNION DAY IN UTICA Off Campus Plans are underway for optional activities and explorations in Utica before the official weekend kicks off. Open to the entire Class of 1975. Additional details to come. |
| Times TBD KIRKLAND CLASS OF 1975 50TH REUNION DAY IN SENECA FALLS Off Campus Plans are underway for optional activities and explorations in Seneca Falls before the official weekend kicks off. Wednesday's plans currently include a tour of the Seward House, dinner, and an overnight stay in Seneca Falls. Open to the entire Class of 1975. Additional details to come. |
| 5-7 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE WELCOME DINNER Location TBD For members of the Alumni Council Executive Committee only. |
| THURSDAY EVENTS |
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| Time TBD KIRKLAND CLASS OF 1975 OUTING IN SENECA FALL Plans are still underway and currently include visits to the Women’s Rights National Historical Park, It’s a Wonderful Life Museum, and the Tubman House in Auburn. Attendance is optional and open to the entire Class of 1975. |
| Time TBD HAMILTON CLASS OF 1975 OUTING IN UTICA Plans are still underway and currently include tours of Memorial Parkway, Roscoe Conkling Park, and T.R. Proctor Park, followed by lunch. Attendance is optional and open to the entire Class of 1975. |
| 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RETREAT Root Hall 209 For committee only. |
| 10 a.m.-9 p.m. REUNIONS CHECK IN & INFORMATION Kirner–Johnson |
| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. CLINTON FARMERS’ MARKET Clinton Village Green Celebrate all that the Mohawk Valley has to offer. You’ll discover a bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as delectable baked goods and the talents of local artists and craftspeople. |
| 2 p.m.-1 a.m. THE LITTLE PUB IS OPEN |
 4-5 p.m. CLASS ANNALISTS REHEARSAL (1975 HAMILTON AND KIRKLAND) Chapel |
| 6–9 p.m. 50TH MEDALLION CEREMONY, RECEPTION, AND DINNER Location TBD Hamilton and Kirkland Classes of 1975 unite to celebrate their 50th reunion. Class members and their guests are invited to a welcome reception followed by dinner. The evening’s event will be highlighted by the presentation of the 50th reunion medallions. |
| 6–9 p.m. BUFFET DINNER FOR ALL ALUMNI Reunion Village on Dunham Green |
| 9–11 p.m. COFFEE HOUSE JAZZ JAM McEwen Café Fojo Open to all. |
| FRIDAY EVENTS |
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| 7-10 a.m. BREAKFAST Reunion Village on Dunham Green Stop by and fuel up for the day. |
| 8:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. REUNIONS CHECK IN & INFORMATION Kirner–Johnson |
| 9-10 a.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE WRAP-UP Root Hall 209 For committee only. |
| 9-10:30 a.m. STONE WALLS AND WAFFLE SLABS: AN ARCHITECTURE OF CONTRASTS Paula Behrens K’75 will present an illustrated talk on how the contrast of the Kirkland and Hamilton campus architecture mirrors the stark difference in the educational approaches 50 years ago. She encourages alumni to plumb their memories on how the physical place of our college years influenced our experiences. |
| 10 a.m.–Noon 50TH REUNION CAMPUS GOLF CART TOUR Kirner-Johnson For the Hamilton and Kirkland Classes of 1975. An interactive conversation and campus tour related to the physical changes to the campus over the last 50 years. Followed by lunch. Golf cart transportation provided. |
| Noon–1 p.m. 50TH REUNION LUNCH Kennedy Center Wilhelm Lobby Following the campus tour, members of the Hamilton and Kirkland Classes of 1975 are invited to lunch. |
| Noon–1 p.m. POST-50TH LUNCH Eells House First Floor Lounge For alumni who have already celebrated their 50th reunion and their guests. |
| Noon–2 p.m. ALL-ALUMNI LUNCH Reunion Village on Dunham Green |
| 1:30-3 p.m. A CONVERSATION: THE CLIMATE CRISIS AND WHAT WE MIGHT DO ABOUT IT Jon Forster '75 and Tracey Stephens K’75 will briefly share information on Climate Science 101, fossil fuel industry disinformation campaigns, and for the majority of the session, lead a discussion on what actions we all might take, with a particular emphasis on trying to create systemic change. |
| 2-3 p.m. ALUMNI COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS Kirner-Johnson 127, Red Pit For committee only. |
| 2:30–4 p.m. (TBD) FILLIUS JAZZ ARCHIVE OPEN HOUSE McEwen 102 (Adjacent to the Rock Swing) |
| 3 p.m.–1 a.m. THE LITTLE PUB IS OPEN |
| 3-4 p.m. JEFF DORSEY '65: LIVING IN MALI Jeff Dorsey will present on living in the Republic of Mali, West Africa. Jeff represents a US radio and TV transmitter manufacturer and follows security issues in the country. |
| 3-4 p.m. RECALLING THE IMPACT OF OUR PROFESSORS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM Educators on the Hill have long provided more than classroom instruction; for many they offered counsel and direction that helped shape careers and life trajectories. Join Geoff Precourt '70 and Ray Boggs ‘70 for an interactive discussion of how Hamilton and Kirkland faculty made a difference to us all. The reminiscences of Jay Gomer Williams ‘54, who passed last June and whose career spanned generations of students, will also be shared. His "Around the Quad" collection includes tales of Tolles, Wertimer, Mattingly, Nesbit, and many others. Regardless of class year, come share your experiences! |
| 3-4 p.m. GRAVEYARD TOUR WITH STEVE STARNES Join Steve Starnes ’80, P’08 for an exploration of Hamilton's history and heritage and a part tour, part meditation on the College’s past. Take an hour-long transit through the memorials that celebrate the well-lived lives that continue to shape today’s campus. Meet at the College Cemetery entrance between Bristol Center and the Morris House. |
| 3-4 p.m. DKE ANNUAL MEETING Bristol Society Room 044 |
| 3-4 p.m. ALPHA DELTA PHI MEETING Eells House Library |
| 3-4 p.m. TKE ANNUAL MEETING Location TBDF |
| 3-4 p.m. NATURE WALKS IN ROOT GLEN Root Glen Gazebo Meet at the Gazebo behind the Anderson-Connell Alumni Center. |
| 3-4:30 p.m. HEALTHCARE AND PUBLIC HEALTH IN THESE CHALLENGING TIMES The organization and financing of healthcare in America has been controversial ever since the progressive era. Our healthcare system is dealing with the legacy of COVID-19, a decline in trust in government, and a future of uncertainty about government policy and funding. Today, only 40% of us have a lot of confidence in the U.S. healthcare system. All of this comes when we have had great innovation in new and promising treatments that also result in sticker shock for consumers who are coping with ever-increasing deductibles and other purchaser strategies to try to limit healthcare costs. Joe Konen ’75 and Marianne Udow-Phillips K’75 will discuss the current state, possible paths forward, and critical policy options. |
| 3:30-4:30 p.m. PSI UPSILON MEETING Tent in front of Skenandoa |
| 4-5 p.m. FRIENDS OF BILL W. MEETING Sadove Student Center, 3rd Floor Meeting Area |
| 4:30–5:30 p.m. CHI PSI ANNUAL MEETING Spencer House Conference Room |
| 5 p.m.–midnight ON-SITE CHILDCARE Tolles Pavilion This free program through Legacy Childcare provides safe and fun care, games, and activities, plus meals and snacks for children ages 3 - 15. You can add Friday and/or Saturday childcare options as part of online registration. |
| 6–9 p.m. ALL-ALUMNI DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT Reunion Village on Dunham Green A celebration of classmates, community, and all things Hamilton! |
| 6–9 p.m. DU CLAMBAKE Tent in front of Ferguson Open to all. |
| 6–9 p.m. PSI U STEAK DINNER Tent in front of Skenandoa Open to all. |
| 6–9 p.m. THE BUFFERS BANQUET Tent on Glen House Lawn |
| 6–9 p.m. A YEAR IN SPAIN DINNER Location TBD |
| 6–9 p.m. KIRKLAND ALUMNAE DINNER Kennedy Center Wilhelm Lobby All Kirkland alumnae are invited. |
| 9–11:30 p.m. REUNION CONCERT Reunion Village on Dunham Green Back by popular demand, Friday night brings big festival vibes to kick off Reunion Weekend. |
| 10 p.m.–2 a.m. LATE NIGHT SHUTTLE TO VILLAGE OF CLINTON The Little Pub Parking Lot Round trip from The Little Pub to the Rok. |
| SATURDAY EVENTS |
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| 7–10 a.m. BREAKFAST Reunion Village on Dunham Green Stop by and fuel up for the day. |
| 8 a.m.–5 p.m. REUNIONS CHECK IN & INFORMATION Kirner–Johnson |
| 8-8:45 a.m. REUNION YOGA ON THE HILL Kennedy Center Ferguson Lobby |
| 9:15-10:30 a.m. BALDWIN MEN’S REUNION CHOIR REHEARSAL Chapel Under the direction of R. Douglas Sheldon ’63, the Baldwin Choir meets for brief rehearsals throughout the weekend, leading to a performance at the Service of Remembrance. |
| 10 a.m. ALL-ALUMNI PARADE Dunham Green Get decked out in your Hamilton and Kirkland gear and join your classmates, friends, and families for a walk across campus for the reunion parade. All participants should arrive at the Parade Start on Dunham Green (near Blood Fitness Center) and look for signs with your class year. Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. Class banners will be delivered to each class by 9:50 a.m. and will be carried by members of your class walking at the front of the group. Rain or shine, we march at 10 a.m.! The parade will end at the Chapel for the Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association/Half-Century Annalist Letters beginning at 11 a.m. |
| 10:30 a.m. POST-PARADE PICK-ME-UP Outside the Chapel, near the Alexander Hamilton statue Join us post-parade and fuel up before heading into the Chapel for the annual meeting. |
| 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Chapel |
| Noon-2 p.m. ALL-ALUMNI PICNIC AND ENTERTAINMENT Reunion Village on Dunham Green A family-friendly lunch and entertainment. |
| Noon-5 p.m. FIELD DAY FOR FAMILIES Steuben Field Kids of all ages can enjoy crafts, games, bounce houses, and entertainers. (With parents present.) |
| 1:30-2:30 P.M. BOB WOOD '65 ON ASSISTED DEATH After spending 24 years helping to lead the Seattle (and Washington) clinical and public health response to HIV/AIDS, Dr. Bob Wood retired in 2010 and became volunteer medical director for Compassion & Choices of Washington. Now, his work with compassion takes most of his so-called retirement time, assisting 40 state-wide volunteers, three other medical directors, and serving about 600 clients, 300 of whom died last year. Compassion & Choices educates, advocates, and assists terminally ill adults to understand and pursue the option of using the Washington's Death with Dignity Law to obtain prescriptions for lethal medicines to short-circuit the end. In this talk, Dr. Wood will give us insights into his work and mission to help individuals make informed decisions at the end of life. |
| 2-3 p.m. OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS RECEPTION McEwen Rock Swing and Academic Center for Excellence Step into a vibrant gathering where generations of OP alumni unite for an exciting blend of networking, celebration, and connection with current program students. Enjoy catered food from local Utica restaurants, refreshing beverages, good music, and great company. We look forward to welcoming you back! |
| 2-3 p.m. CLASS OF 2020 LAWN GAMES Class hangout tent at Bundy |
| 2:30-3:30 p.m. CUSTOM COMMEMORATIVE KIRKLAND AND HAMILTON RINGS Kirner-Johnson Commons Custom commemorative Kirkland and Hamilton Rings designed by Nancy Ross K’71. Three unique designs are available. Once personalized with your own initials and year of graduation, this keepsake truly becomes one of a kind. Nancy will have sample rings on view and ordering information. For additional information, contact Nancy directly: nrossco@aol.com, 917-669-9805. |
| 3 p.m.–1 a.m. THE LITTLE PUB IS OPEN |
| 3:30–4:30 p.m. MARC MIXER Tent in front of Days-Massolo Center MARC, the Multicultural Alumni Relations Committee of the Alumni Council, is committed to supporting the College and maintaining meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with current students, faculty, and administrators. Join us for a gathering of the ages to celebrate our journey with food and fellowship. |
| 4–5 p.m. FRIENDS OF BILL W. MEETING Sadove Student Center, 3rd Floor Meeting Area |
| 4:15–5:30 p.m. (tbd) REUNION CHOIR REHEARSAL (MIXED VOICES) Chapel The Mixed Choir meets for brief rehearsals throughout the weekend, leading to a performance by both the Mixed Voices Choir and Baldwin Choir at the Service of Remembrance on Sunday morning. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 2020 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 2015 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 2010 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 2005 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 2000 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 1995 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 1990 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 1985 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5-6 p.m. CLASS OF 1980 RECEPTION Location TBD Meet your classmates for cocktail hour before your class dinner. |
| 5 p.m.–midnight ON-SITE CHILDCARE Tolles Pavilion This free program through Legacy Childcare provides safe and fun care, games, and activities, plus meals and snacks for children ages 3 - 15. You can add Friday and/or Saturday childcare options as part of online registration. |
| 6–9 p.m. CLASS OF 1975HK 50TH REUNION RECEPTION AND DINNER Commons Dining Hall For members of the Hamilton and Kirkland 50th reunion class. Class photos will be taken. |
| 6–9 p.m. CLASS OF 1970 55TH REUNION DINNER Eells House For members of the Class of 1970 and their guests. Class photo will be taken. |
| 6–9 p.m. CLASS OF 1965 60TH REUNION DINNER Eells House For members of the Class of 1965 and their guests. Class photo will be taken. |
| 6-9 p.m. POST-50TH DINNER Eells House For alumni who have already celebrated their 50th reunion, and their guests. Class photo will be taken. |
| 6-9 p.m. CLASS DINNER Reunion Village on Dunham Green Join the big party! Enjoy dinner with your classmates. Class photos will be taken. |
| 9–11 p.m. LIVE MUSIC, BONFIRE, S’MORES, & FIREWORKS Reunion Village on Dunham Green |
| 10 p.m.–2 a.m. LATE NIGHT SHUTTLE TO VILLAGE OF CLINTON The Little Pub Parking Lot Round trip from The Little Pub to the Rok. |
| 11 p.m.—1 a.m. DINER B Howard Diner |
| SUNDAY EVENTS |
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| 8–10 a.m. BREAKFAST Reunion Village on Dunham Green Sadly, the time has come to part ways for a little while. Join your friends and classmates for one last HURRAH before you pack the car and drive down the Hill, as you have done so many times before. In that moment, know that it is not “good-bye” but rather, “We'll be here when you have the time to come home again. For no matter where you travel, Hamilton will always be at the center of it all.” |
| 8:15–10 a.m. JOEL BRISTOL ASSOCIATES, 1812 LEADERSHIP CIRCLE, AND COUPER GUILD BREAKFAST Kennedy Center Wilhelm Lobby By invitation. President Tepper cordially invites members of the Joel Bristol Associates, 1812 Leadership Circle, and Couper Guild to join him for breakfast. |
| 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. RETURN ROOM KEYS Kirner-Johnson Stop by to turn in your keys and say goodbye to your favorite staff members and the students who helped make this weekend one-of-a-kind. Alternatively, you may leave your keys on the dresser in your room. |
| 9:15–9:50 a.m. BALDWIN MEN’S REUNION CHOIR REHEARSAL Chapel |
| 9:50–10:15 a.m. REUNION CHOIR REHEARSAL (MIXED VOICES) Chapel |
| 10:30–11:30 a.m. SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE Chapel Before you leave, take a moment to reflect on your experience on the Hill and to acknowledge those who were part of it all and are no longer with us. |
| 11 a.m.–1 p.m. STRAWBERRIES AND CHAMPAGNE FAREWELL BRUNCH Kirkland Green An event open to all, in honor of the Kirkland Legacy. |
Traditions
Annual Meeting of the Alumni Association
This event included the readings of the Kirkland Class of 1975 Half-Century Annalist Letter and Hamilton Class of 1975 Half-Century Annalist Letter.
Alumni Colleges
A reunion tradition, Alumni Colleges highlighted the accomplishments of graduates and provided a rich educational program to balance the social activities of the weekend.
Contact
Office of Alumni Relations
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