Reunion + Commencement 2024


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    Exhibit: History through the eyes of History 330

    8 a.m.–8 p.m.
    Olin Library, 1st floor east hallway and Ground floor hallway, open during regular library hours More on History through the eyes of History 330
    Come see a collection of mini exhibits put together by the students of History 330, Introduction to Public History, this spring semester with the help of Wesleyan’s special collections and university archives. Each student was allowed to choose a topic of interest to them and to create both a physical and online exhibit to help them understand how to balance the standards of formal academic scholarship with the demands of interpreting history for a larger public audience. Each of these 12 unique cases give insight into various parts of Wesleyan history and items from the library’s unique collections.
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    Exhibit: Celebrating the John Waters Archive at Wesleyan: “A Legacy of Shock”

    9 a.m.–4 p.m.
    The Rick Nicita Gallery, The Ogden and Mary Louise Reid Cinema Archives
    The Film Center, 301 Washington Terrace More on Celebrating the John Waters Archive at Wesleyan: “A Legacy of Shock”
    John Waters began donating his archival materials to Wesleyan in 1986 and has continued to add to his collection at the Reid Cinema Archives for the last 37 years.

    This exhibit highlights posters of some of his most well-known films, as well as artifacts from his large and wide-ranging collection (artifacts are in the exhibit case at the end of the building).

    The Academy Museum in Los Angeles is hosting a year-long exhibit dedicated to John Waters titled John Waters: Pope of Trash. The exhibit is curated by Jenny He ’02 and Dara Jaffe ’90, MA ’12 and is accompanied by a 256-page catalog, edited by He and Jaffe, including an essay by Jeanine Basinger, Emerita. It opened on September 17, 2023, and the exhibit is scheduled to remain open until August 4, 2024. Most of the items showcased in the Academy Museum’s exhibit are from the John Waters Archive at the Ogden and Mary Louise Reid Cinema Archives at Wesleyan University.
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    50th Reunion Class of 1974 – I Never Knew You

    9:30–11:30 a.m.
    Frank Center for Public Affairs, room 100

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    Gather with your classmates and share stories about your time here on campus and why so many of us “never knew you”. This is your chance to get reacquainted with classmates and connect with those you never knew. A continental breakfast will be served.
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    Class of 2024 Senior Thesis 16mm and Digital Films

    Times TBD
    Jeanine Basinger Center for Film Studies, Goldsmith Family Cinema

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    Senior Class Diploma Pick-Up

    10 a.m.–4 p.m.
    North College, Registrar's Office

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    Members of the Class of 2024 may pick up their diplomas in the Registrar's Office. Please be prepared to show a photo ID.

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    Welcome Picnic Lunch

    11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Center for the Arts Green, Tent

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    For alumni, families, and friends.
    $25 per person; purchase tickets within online registration by May 13.

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    Campus Tour

    Noon–1:15 p.m.
    Presented by the Office of Admission
    Stewart M. Reid House, 70 Wyllys Avenue

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    Exhibit: Exploding and Netting: A Somatic Archive of Transpacific Movement

    Noon–4 p.m.
    Center for East Asian Studies Gallery, 343 Washington Terrace More on Exploding and Netting: A Somatic Archive of Transpacific Movement
    Sensing the textual, architectural, and bodily archives via the perspectives and experiences of current Chinese international students, this exhibition grapples with Wesleyan and other New England academic institution's involvement in China from the nineteenth century to the present. Featuring the artwork of Loren Yuehan Wang ’25. Curated by Yijing Lai ’24 and Xiran Tan ’24.
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    Pruzan Art Gallery Exhibitions

    12:30–4 p.m.
    Pruzan Art Center, between Olin Library and the Frank Center for Public Affairs More on the Pruzan Art Gallery Exhibitions
    Visit the new Pruzan Art Center, located between Olin Library and the Frank Center for Public Affairs and experience two exhibitions: Air Pressure and Dürer and His Time.
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    Eclectic Alumni Reception

    1–2 p.m.
    200 High Street, 1st floor More on the Eclectic Alumni Reception
    Alumni of the Eclectic Society are invited to sift through archives and exchange stories with current members at a daytime get-together.
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    Gordon Career Center Open House

    1–3 p.m.
    Boger Hall (formerly the Squash Court Building), Gordon Career Center

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    All are welcome to stop by the Gordon Career Center! Come visit one of the best places to study on-campus and speak with staff. The Gordon Career Center works with students to plan their summer and post-Wesleyan pursuits, and also works with alumni as they navigate their careers. Career Center staff provide skilled advising, résumé and cover letter review, and various workshops. Wesleyan alumni, parents, and employer partners from around the world have access to the Center's services.

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    50th Reunion Class of 1974 Lounge

    1–5 p.m.
    Alsop House, 301 High Street
    Refreshments available

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    WESeminar

    2–3 p.m.
    Check back soon for exciting WESeminar updates to the weekend schedule!

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    Women Making History - Unique Collections Open House

    3–5 p.m.
    Olin Memorial Library
    Special Collections and Archives and the Davison Rare Book Room

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    As we celebrate the class of 1974 and their role in helping Wesleyan become a fully coeducational institution 50 years ago, Special Collections & Archives, the Archaeology & Anthropology Collections, World Music Archives & Music Library, and the East Asian Art & Archival Collections invite you to search for women’s voices through items from our collections. Come see archival materials from both of Wesleyan’s rounds of coeducation; works created by women in the book arts; objects that honor girlhood and women’s experiences; depictions of women in ancient Greek pottery; and music from pathbreaking women composers and performers.
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    WESeminar

    3:30–4:30 p.m.
    Check back soon for exciting WESeminar updates to the schedule!

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    25th Reunion Class of 1999 Lounge

    3-5 p.m.
    Smith Reading Room, Olin Library
    Refreshments available 

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    Champagne Reception for Graduating Seniors and Families

    4–5:30 p.m.
    Andrus Field Tent More on the reception
    Graduating seniors and their families are invited to this casual reception.
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    Alpha Delta Phi Reception and Banquet

    4:30–5:30 p.m.
    Alpha Delta Phi, 185 High Street

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    For members of Alpha Delta Phi and their families. 

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    President's Reception Honoring Leadership Donors

    5–6:30 p.m.
    By invitation only.

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    President Michael S. Roth '78 and the Wesleyan Board of Trustees invites members of the 1831 Society, Olin Society, and the Wesleyan Circle for a reception at the President's House lawn. Wesleyan's leadership societies recognize the extraordinary commitment and support of our generous and dedicated community members.

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    Red, Black, and Green! All-College Dinner

    5–8 p.m.
    Marketplace, Usdan University Center

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    An informal, eco-friendly dinner for classmates, friends, and families in the Marketplace, second floor of Usdan University Center. 

    $30 per person; purchase tickets within online registration by May 13. Advance ticket purchases through registration is required for all guests—including graduating seniors and current students.
    Limited meal tickets may be available—though not guarateed—at the Marketplace cashier during dinner hours.

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    Friday Presidential Dinner in Honor of the 50th Reunion Class of 1974

    5:30–6:20 p.m. reception on the patio at the 50th Reunion Lounge, Alsop House, 301 High Street
    6:30–8 p.m. dinner at Beckham Hall

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    Shabbat Services

    6–7 p.m.
    The Bayit, 157 Church Street

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    Please join Rabbi David Leipziger Teva and the Wesleyan Jewish community for Shabbat services. No reservations necessary.

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    Alpha Delta Phi Banquet Dinner

    6–9 p.m.
    Alpha Delta Phi, 185 High Street

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    For members of Alpha Delta Phi and their families.

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    Friday Night Class Receptions

    6:30–8 p.m.
    Please let us know you plan to attend within online registration by May 13.

    Class reception details and locations

    Casual receptions with charcuterie, beer, wine, and cardinal cocktails served. Advance registration required. Class reception locations are subject to change based on registration numbers. Please check back for final locations.

    Post-50th Reunion Classes
    Downey House Lounge

    Classes of 1979 and 1984
    Lobby of the Pruzan Art Center, Frank Center for Public Affairs

    Classes of 1989 and 1994
    Zelnick Pavilion

    Class of 1999
    Olin Library

    Classes of 2004 and 2009
    TBA

    Classes of 2014 and 2019
    Exley Science Center Lobby

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    Shabbat Dinner

    7:45–10 p.m.
    Daniel Family Commons, Usdan University Center

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    Welcome Shabbat with song, food, and joyful fellowship at this special dinner for returning alumni, graduating seniors, and their families.

    $30 per person. Purchase tickets within online registration by May 13.

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    All-Star Campus: All Reunion Music Fest

    7:30–11 p.m.
    Andrus Field Tent
    Concert begins promptly at 8 p.m.
    Cash bar available, 8–11 p.m. cash or Venmo, bring a photo ID. No outside alcoholic beverages permitted.

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    Music is the thread that binds many a Wesleyan soul. Whether you played or enjoyed great music vibes we were all touched by the breadth and depth of the Wesleyan musical experience. On Friday, May 24 alumni will assemble together for All Star Campus—an all-class Reunion 2024 Music Fest featuring — One Way River ’04, Chucklehead ’89, and Urban Contraband ’79.

    One Way River
    A rock-collective echoing the sounds of soul and guitar-heavy albums from the ’60s and ’70s — featuring Brian McKenna ’04 and his fellow NYC-studio veteran and One Way River band-leader Jimmy Harned ’91, plus Dave Anderson ’92, and Eric Gertner ’92.

    Chucklehead
    The seminal Boston-based group helped generate and define the independent live hip-hop and funk scene in the ’90s -and the music remains timeless. Chucklehead recorded 3 albums, selling over 50,000 copies and toured the US non-stop for seven years, appearing in front of over half a million people. At the apex of grunge, Chucklehead was forging a new path, mixing live hip-hop, funk and rock and roll, influencing other bands and foreshadowing much of the mainstream popular music that’s dominated the airwaves since. Representing the funk will be classes of ’89 and ’90: Eben Levy, Huck Bennert, Rob Nahf, Brian Gottesman, and Erik Attkisson and compatriots Mick Demopolous and Meyer Statham. (https://www.chucklehead.com/)

    Urban Contraband
    With Billy Hunter ’78, Jack Freudenheim ’79, P’18, ’20, Rob Levin ’81, Dirck Westervelt ’79, Carl Sturken ’78, Dave Stern ’80, Tom Valtin ’79, and Bill Levinson ’79. This is a mashup of two popular groups from the 1979 era: Urban Renewal and Contraband. Urban Renewal is a hard charging funk and soulful outfit, and Contraband dialed in the FM rock of the late 1970s.