Reunion + Commencement

Thursday–Sunday, May 25–28, 2023

All are welcome for a special weekend to celebrate our reunion alumni and graduating students! Please register and purchase your meal tickets by May 12. Those only attending Sunday Commencement do not need to register.

Reunion

Alumni Reunion Registration
Commencement

Families: Weekend Meal Registration
Note: Those attending the Ceremony only on Sunday do not need to register.

WEEKEND EVENTS

Highlights include:

50th Reunion Kickoff Reception

And Dinner for the Class of 1973
Thursday, May 25 | 5:30–8:30 p.m.

More on the Kickoff Reception

The Kickoff Reception and dinner will take place off campus, more details will be available soon.
Senior Class Diploma Pick Up

Friday, May 26 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Registrar's Office, North College
More on diploma pick up

Graduating seniors can pick up their diplomas at the Registrar's Office. Please be prepared to show a photo ID.
Champagne Reception for Graduating Seniors and Their Families

Friday, May 26 | 4–5:30 p.m.
Andrus Field Tent
More on the champagne reception

A casual reception to toast graduating seniors. Families, friends, and the Wesleyan community welcome. Light hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Reunion Class Receptions

Friday, May 26 | 5-9 p.m.
Various locations
More on class receptions

Reunion class receptions will take place for an hour and a half between 5-9 p.m. in various locations around campus. Beer, wine, and snacks will be available.
Annual Parade of Classes

Saturday, May 27 | 11:15–11:45 a.m.
Assemble at Huss Courtyard, Usdan University Center
More on the parade

The annual parade will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m., rain or shine. Seniors and their families are invited to join this annual alumni tradition. The Alumni Assembly and Annual Meeting will immediately follow in Memorial Chapel.
Picnic + Festival on Foss Hill

Saturday, May 27 | noon–3 p.m.
Lunch pickup in Marketplace, 2nd floor Usdan
More on the picnic

This lively festival with entertainment is a great place to connect with friends and family members between WESeminars and other weekend programs. Lunches are portable and can be picked up in the Usdan University Marketplace.
Reunion Class Receptions and Dinners
Saturday, May 27 | 5:30–9 p.m.
Various locations More on class dinners

Reunion class receptions and dinners will be held in various locations on campus.
All-Campus Tent Party

Saturday, May 27 | 10 p.m.–1 a.m.
Andrus Field Tent
More on the tent party

All are welcome to come celebrate and dance! Featuring a live band followed by DJ Mario Torres. A cash bar will be available (cash or venmo).
191st Commencement Ceremony

Sunday, May 28 | 10:45 a.m.–1 p.m.
10:15 Parents and grandparent educators assemble on Foss Hill
Andrus Field
More on Commencement

The ceremony will take place on Andrus Field, rain or shine, and lasts approximately two to two and half hours. It will also be livestreamed. Registration and tickets are not necessary. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis with 5000 chairs on Andrus Field, guests may also choose to bring a lawn chair and blanket to watch the ceremony from Foss Hill.