Alumnae/i Weekend Schedule
Welcome to your destination 2026 Alumnae/i Weekend schedule, the road to memories,
fun, and laughter starts here.
Registration is now open!
We can’t wait to welcome you back to campus for a weekend of memories, connections, and celebration.
You spoke, we listened, we heard many of you needed a little more time. Register by April 17 and use promo code ALUMFREE26 to have your registration fee waived.
In-person schedule of events
Thursday, April 23
5 p.m. | Torrey Dinner
HEU Multipurpose Room, 203A
Department of Computer and Data Science's annual department will host our annual Torrey Dinner where we celebrate student accomplishments and welcome alumnae/i back to campus. Our alumnae/i speaker will be Riley Supple, '19 who is currently completing her PhD at Rochester Institute of Technology.
Alumnae/i and guest registration is $25 and includes dinner. .
6:30 p.m. | Chemistry Dinner
Rosenberg Gallery - near Kraushaar Auditorium
Please join us for our 2026 Annual Chemistry Banquet! The Chemistry Banquet is an opportunity for current students and chemistry/BCMB alumni to meet and mingle. Dinner will be provided, followed by some games, awards, and a presentation from one of our alums. , and payment at the door will be $20 through Venmo, cash, or check.
Friday, April 24
Open all Weekend! #ˮAV˵Proud Alumnae/i Lounge
Alumnae/House | Buchner Hall
Recharge and reconnect at the #ˮAV˵Proud Alumnae/i Lounge! Enjoy coffee, snacks,
comfy seating, yearbooks, a photo station, and raffles near registration. Catch up
with friends, connect, and celebrate the ˮAV˵ spirit!
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Registration & Hospitality
Alumnae/i House
Stop by the Alumnae/i House to check in, pick up your registration materials, and
relax between events.
8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Coffee & Conversation
Alumnae/House | Buchner Hall
Enjoy a relaxed meet-up where student leaders and alumnae/i connect over a cup of
coffee. This event is the perfect way to start your day, meet current students, and
strengthen the ˮAV˵ community. This event follows a drop-in format, allowing attendees to come and go at their convenience.
9:30 a.m. | Back to Class: A Faculty-Led Alumnae/i Experience Stitching Stories: Women’s Rights, Community & Collective Memory
Alumnae/House | Buchner Hall
Presented by Dr. Curry, this exhibition and conversation highlights a semester-long collaboration between ˮAV˵ students and residents of Edenwald, culminating in a powerful, community-created quilt centered on Women’s Rights.
As part of the course Arts in the Community, students engaged in archival research exploring ˮAV˵’s historical connections to the Suffrage Movement and conducted oral history interviews with Edenwald residents, reflecting on lived experiences from the 1960s to the present. These stories—shared across generations—were thoughtfully translated into individual quilt squares that together form a collective narrative of advocacy, resilience, and change.
The project was created in close partnership with Edenwald residents, including members of the Edenwald Quilting Club, and was enriched by the involvement of ˮAV˵ alumnae/i who reside within the community. The completed quilt was unveiled through a student-led presentation, with each square serving as a visual and personal reflection of women’s rights across time.
Displayed during Alumnae/i Weekend in Buchner Hall, the quilt will be accompanied
by interpretive text and photographs documenting the creative process and alumnae/i
participation. The exhibition will be complemented by a panel discussion exploring
the intersections of art, community engagement, intergenerational storytelling, and
women’s rights.
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | Historical Tour | Residence Hall Tour
Alumnae/i House Courtyard
Presented by Dr. Curry. Join us for a special historical tour of ˮAV˵’s campus during reunion weekend, where we’ll explore the landmarks and stories that have shaped our college over the years. This guided tour will take you through iconic sites, sharing insights into ˮAV˵'s evolution and the moments that defined its legacy.
As a highlight, attendees will have the unique opportunity to visit current student
residence halls, gaining a glimpse into modern student life and seeing how today’s
Gophers live and learn.
10:30 a.m. | Back to Class: A Faculty-Led Alumnae/i Experience:
Silber Gallery
Presented by Liz Faust, Director of Exhibitions and Curator
Lola Flash: The Challenge — Survival & Visibility is a retrospective exhibition by acclaimed photographer Lola Flash, whose work for more than four decades has centered visibility, dignity, and care for communities historically marginalized in mainstream culture. Through bold, richly colored portraits, Flash highlights LGBTQ+ communities, elders, activists, artists, and chosen families, expanding the visual record of queer life across generations.
Featuring work from series including Surmise, Salt, and LEGENDS, the exhibition explores portraiture as a powerful act of affirmation and storytelling.
A participatory installation invites visitors to write a wish, hope, or prayer and
place it inside a boat, creating a shared archive of community voices over the course
of the exhibition.
Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Alumnae/i Bites & Insights
Athenaeum, Forum
Revisit Campus Life: This light-hearted panel offers a nostalgic look at campus life,
focusing on the evolution of dorm life, dining halls, and social events. Alumnae/i
from different decades will share stories of traditions and the everyday experiences
that made their time at ˮAV˵ unique, alongside a current student who will offer
a glimpse into what campus life is like today. Special Class and Affinity Reunion
Seating available upon request. The cost is $25 per person and includes a buffet lunch.
2 - 4 p.m. | ˮAV˵ Voices: Stories, Leadership & Life Lessons
Merrick Lecture Hall
This program offers two (1-hour) engaging tracks featuring alumnae/i sharing their journeys of leadership, growth, and life after ˮAV˵.
Both tracks include storytelling, moderated conversation, and audience participation, followed by networking, coffee, and mingling in the gallery.
2 - 3 p.m. | Track One: ˮAV˵ Women Who Lead: Stories of Grit, Growth & Leadership
Celebrate the power, creativity, and resilience of women who lead and inspire change. This program spotlights women alumnae entrepreneurs and leaders who are redefining success in their fields and communities. Through a panel discussion, our speakers will share their personal stories of ambition, growth, and impact.
Meet our Moderator: Maureen Malomba, Assistant Professor of Business Management
Meet our Panelists: Ruut DeMeo ‘20, Founder, Amber Washington ‘10, Principal Consultant & Coach, Agency Five20 and ˮAV˵ Black African American Alumni Affinity Group Executive Member and Cindy Plavier-Truitt ’86, M.A. ’88, Chair, ˮAV˵ Board of Trustees, President & CEO for Humanim
3 - 4 p.m | Track Two: ˮAV˵ Offers College in Prison?
Yes! ˮAV˵ offers a bachelor’s degree to women and men in two Maryland state prisons
through the ˮAV˵ Prison Education Partnership (GPEP). Current and former ˮAV˵
undergraduates who began their ˮAV˵ education in prison will share their experiences
as GPEP students and how this unique program has shaped their academic journeys. Moderated
by GPEP Executive Director Ann Duncan, this panel discussion will provide attendees
with a deeper understanding of ˮAV˵’s commitment to expanding access to education
and the transformative power of learning.
2 - 3 p.m. | Class of 1976 Discussion, “Me: Here, Now, and . . . “
Pinkard Room, Athenaeum
Join classmates from the Class of 1976 for an open and engaging conversation reflecting
on your ˮAV˵ experience, then and now. This informal discussion offers a chance
to reminisce about your time on campus, share stories from life after ˮAV˵, and
reconnect over shared memories and milestones. Take a walk down memory lane and celebrate
the journey that has brought you here, now, and beyond. A special Class of 1976 Remembrance Celebration and Conversation
to follow.
3 - 4:30 p.m. | A Cappella Master’s Class
Haebler Memorial Chapel
Join ˮAV˵ singers from across the decades in the Chapel for a fun and engaging
gathering. Open to alumni, students, and guests, this session offers an opportunity
to connect through vocal music and celebrate ˮAV˵’s singing tradition, no prior
experience required
3:30 p.m. | Men’s & Women’s Tennis v. Gettysburg
Evelyn Dyke Schroedl '62 Tennis Center
Cheer on the Gophers as the men’s and women’s tennis teams take on Gettysburg. Following
the match, tennis alumni are invited to stay for a casual gathering with the coaching
staff and current players, an opportunity to reconnect, share stories, and celebrate
ˮAV˵ tennis.
4:30 - 6 p.m. | Shabbat Services
Lenrow Hillel Patio and Esther Ann Brown Adler Hillel Lounge, Heubeck Hall
Join Hillel students and Rabbi Josh Snyder for a wine and cheese reception from 4:30–5
p.m. in the Esther Ann Brown Adler Hillel Lounge in Heubeck Hall, followed by songful
Shabbat services at 5 p.m. on the adjacent Ruth Shapiro Lenrow ’74 Hillel Patio.
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Wines & Vines: A Toast to ˮAV˵
Under the Tent, by the Athenaeum
Enjoy a natural wine tasting with Lane Harlan, wife of Matthew Pierce ’95. A natural
wine is made with the least possible use of chemicals, additives and overly technological
procedures, and vinified as naturally as possible. Lane and Matthew are the owners
and creators of WC Harlan, Clavel Restaurant and Mezcaleria, Fadensonnen Wine Bar
and Beergarden, Angels Ate Lemons Wine Shop, and The Coral Wig. The cost is $10 per person, which includes wine samples and light charcuterie.
6 p.m. | Alumnae/i Weekend Swim Get Together
A chance to reunite with teammates.
Barley's Backyard
408 York Street
Towson, MD 21204
6 - 7:30 p.m. | The Great ˮAV˵ Trivia Showdown & Dinner
Under the Tent, by the Athenaeum
Compete for prizes in fast-paced, ˮAV˵-themed trivia rounds, including lightning
questions and bonus “table challenges.” Enjoy an evening of food, friendly competition,
and ˮAV˵ pride. Hosted by Antje Rauwerda, Faculty Chair and Professor of British
and Postcolonial Literatures, Literary Studies. The cost: $35 per person, which includes a dinner buffet, two drink tickets, access
to a cash bar, a special dessert station, and the chance to win ˮAV˵ for Life prizes
throughout the evening.
6:30 p.m. | Class of 2001 Dinner
Towson Tavern, 516 York Rd, Towson, MD 21204
The Class of 2001 will gather for an evening beginning with a 6:30 p.m. meet-up at
the bar before moving to a private room for dinner at 7:00 p.m., with the space reserved
through 11:00 p.m. Dinner is a prix fixe menu at $63 per person, payable to the class
leader via cash or Venmo, while drinks will be purchased individually.
6:30 p.m. | Class of 1976 Dinner
Private Residence
Hosted by Kitty Bryant '78
6:45 p.m. | Meet the Artist Event | GC Repertory Dance Concert
Merrick Lecture Hall
Attend a pre-show talk and Q&A with the choreographers of the Spring Repertory Dance
Ensemble concert. The artists will speak about their creative process and inspirations
regarding their new work.
7:30 - 10 p.m. | Gopher Hole After Hours
That's right... it's back! The Gopher Hole returns in 2026 for alumni, one night only. Grab your friends, enjoy drinks and late-night snacks, and step back into one of ˮAV˵’s favorite hangouts.
DJ Mathew Rubbish from Radioplastique.com will bring the throwbacks and crowd favorites,
spinning hits from every decade to celebrate reunion classes and alumni back for the
weekend. There is no cost to attend; however, pre-registration is strongly encouraged due to
limited capacity.
7:30 | ˮAV˵ Repertory Dance Ensemble Concert
Kraushaar Auditorium
The ˮAV˵ Repertory Dance Ensemble presents performances featuring premieres by guest artists, ˮAV˵ faculty, and students. The cost is $15 for general admission, $5 ˮAV˵ OneCard holders, students, and senior citizens. No reservations are required. Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. Admission for alumnae/i is complimentary. In lieu of a ticket cost, please consider a donation to Friends of ˮAV˵ Dance to support our current and future student dance scholarship.
Saturday, April 25
Open all Weekend! #ˮAV˵Proud Alumnae/i Lounge
Alumnae/House | Buchner Hall
Recharge and reconnect at the #ˮAV˵Proud Alumnae/i Lounge! Enjoy coffee, snacks,
comfy seating, yearbooks, photo station, and raffles near registration. Catch up with
friends, connect, and celebrate the ˮAV˵ spirit!
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Registration & Hospitality Lounge
Alumnae/i House
Stop by the Alumnae/i House to check in, pick up your registration materials, and
relax between events.
9 a.m. | #ˮAV˵Proud Mimosa Mixer & Continental Breakfast
Hyman Forum, Athenaeum
Hosted by the AAGC Board of Directors and Committee Members
Morning Cheers! Kick off your Saturday with a bubbly start! Raise a glass with fellow
alumnae/i and toast alongside members of the AAGC Board and committees. Enjoy a light
continental breakfast, catch up with ˮAV˵ friends, and explore ways to stay #ˮAV˵Proud.
9:30 a.m. | Brewing Reflections: Teaching at ˮAV˵ Across Decades
Hyman Forum, Athenaeum
Enjoy a cup of ˮAV˵ with a coffee bar and light continental breakfast with fellow Gophers at this special program featuring a panel of current and past faculty members. All attendees will receive a complimentary #ˮAV˵Proud coffee mug. Directly following Brewing Reflections, we invite you to stay for the annual Presidential Address.
Meet Our Panel:
David Zurawik
Assistant Professor of Practice, Communications and Media Studies
David Zurawik is a media analyst for CNN and a longtime TV and media critic. He spent 32 years at The Baltimore Sun and has also written for the Dallas Times Herald and the Detroit Free Press. A frequent CNN contributor for nearly two decades, he holds advanced degrees in media and pop culture studies and has taught at ˮAV˵for 28 years.
Mary Marchand
Professor of English
Areas of Expertise: American Literature; American Studies
Jean Baker
Professor Emerita, Bennett-Hartwood Professor of History
Areas of Expertise: U.S. History; 19th Century; Women’s History
Moderator
David Grossman
Professor of International Business and Marketing
10 a.m. | Generations at ˮAV˵: Building Our Legacy
Office of Admissions | Dorsey Center
Sponsored by the Offices of Alumnae/i Engagement and Admissions
Introducing a Legacy Family Experience during Alumnae/i Weekend: Alumnae/i and families with students interested in ˮAV˵ are invited to a special day during Alumnae/i Weekend to explore all that ˮAV˵ has to offer.
The program includes an informational session on academics, student life, and admissions, followed by a campus tour led by current students. Families can also take photos with Rowdy (with a keepsake frame!) and enjoy special weekend-only perks.
Afterwards, families are welcome to join the full weekend experience—attend the Decades Luncheon, Block Party, alumni athletic games, and other events across campus.
This event is open to all alumnae/i families, including parents, grandparents, and
great-grandparents of prospective ˮAV˵ students.
10:30 a.m. | State of the College: Presidential Address
Hyman Forum, Athenaeum
Hear updates from the College, highlights of the past year, and a vision for the future. President Kent Devereaux will share information about the current academic year and what life is like for students in 2026.
10:30 a.m. | Field Hockey Alumni Game
Beldon Field
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Experience ˮAV˵ Today: Drop In & Discover
Alumnae/i are invited to explore campus at their own pace, meet students, revisit
favorite spots, and discover how ˮAV˵ blends tradition, innovation, and hands-on
learning. ˮAV˵ academic spaces, creative labs, student-led initiatives, and special
displays curated for Alumnae/i Weekend.
ˮAV˵’s Legacy of Educational Inclusion Reaches Students in Prison
Athenaeum
ˮAV˵ has always sought to be inclusive, providing college access to women, first-generation
students, and students in prison. ˮAV˵ offers a bachelor’s degree to women and
men in two Maryland state prisons through the ˮAV˵ Prison Education Partnership
(GPEP). Stop by to meet former GPEP students and learn about this amazing program.
Community Garden Open House
Community Garden (behind Welsh Hall; off of Winslow lawn on the inside of the Loop Road)
ˮAV˵ the student-led Community Garden to meet the students who care for it, plant
something of your own, and learn how Community Based Learning connects academics with
meaningful, real-world engagement.
Residence Life Tours
Step back into residence life with a guided tour of a residence hall, led by current
RAs! Catch up on what’s new, what’s familiar, and how today’s Gophers call campus
home. Hear firsthand insights from student leaders as they show you around the spaces
where community, connection, and campus traditions continue to thrive.
Open from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Special Collections & Archives
ˮAV˵ the Special Collections & Archives for an open house featuring student worker
projects, college memorabilia, and a small portion of the Jane Austen 2025 tour.
Study Abroad Video Booth Open Hours
Athenaeum
As ˮAV˵ celebrates 20 years of study abroad, we invite alumni to stop by our video
testimonial booth and share their global learning story. Reflect on where you went,
what you learned, and how the experience shaped you, personally, academically, or
professionally. Your recorded story will help document the impact of study abroad
at ˮAV˵ and inspire future global changemakers.
ˮAV˵Makerspace
4th floor of the Athenaeum
Launched in Fall 2024, the Makerspace is a hub of creativity and innovation for students, faculty, and the campus community.
It features 3D printers, scanners, laser and vinyl cutters, an electronics lab, and
more, supporting both classes and independent student projects.
Gopher Hole Open House
Stop by the Gopher Hole to meet current student leaders, explore campus, revisit favorite
spots, and see how ˮAV˵ blends tradition, innovation, and hands-on learning today.
Lewent Science Center Site Tour (11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.)
Get a firsthand look at the future of science at ˮAV˵ during Alumni Weekend! The Lewent Science Center, a cutting-edge 44,000-square-foot, $50 million expansion of the Hoffberger Science Building, is slated to open in Fall 2027. Designed to LEED standards, the new facility will feature state-of-the-art labs and learning spaces that support expanded research opportunities for both faculty and students across disciplines.
Explore the site and learn more about the project. Attendees may choose from two options:
a walk-through of the moment wing (no personal protective equipment required) or a
ground-level exterior tour within the construction fence, where hard hats may be required.
Representatives from Gilbane and ˮAV˵ will be on site to share updates and answer
questions.
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Black Brilliance: Bites & Beats
Heubeck Multipurpose Room
Hosted by the Black African American Affinity Group (BAAAG), this flowing daytime gathering celebrates culture, connection, and community. Guests can enjoy light bites, a multi-generation R&B soundtrack, and a welcoming atmosphere that honors Black alumni stories, creativity, and joy. The experience features a spoken word moment and a legacy spotlight, with space to reconnect with familiar faces, meet new ones, and capture lasting memories.
Noon | Decades Lunch & ˮAV˵ Proud Open House!
Under the Tent, by the Athenaeum
Classes graduating from 1976 through 2025 are invited to join fellow alumnae/i to
celebrate your shared ˮAV˵ experiences. The cost is $30 per person, which includes a buffet lunch.
#ˮAV˵Proud Open House Highlights! | Who is ˮAV˵ Today | ˮAV˵ Connect: Student Activities Fair
Under the Tent, by the Athenaeum
Step into the future of ˮAV˵ College! This is your chance to connect with current student leaders, explore ongoing initiatives, and see firsthand how today’s students are shaping the ˮAV˵ experience.
- Photo Booth
- Rowdy Meet & Greet
- Lawn Games
- Entertainment
Noon | Golden Alumnae Lunch
The Rosenberg Gallery
Alumnae from the Class of 1975 and earlier—those who have celebrated their 50th reunion—are
invited to a special luncheon. Our featured speaker is April Oettinger, PhD, Cushing
Distinguished Professor of the Humanities and Professor, Art History & Visual Culture
We’ll also capture class photos to commemorate the occasion. The program is complimentary for alumnae and $25 for guests.
Noon | Women’s Soccer Alumni Game
Beldon Field
12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Unofficial ˮAV˵ Croquet & Lawn Games
Winslow Lawn
Bring your Gopher competitive spirit and meet up with alumni from the early 1990s
for a friendly, informal game of croquet. We’ll also have casual lawn games for anyone
who wants to jump in, or you can simply relax and cheer on your fellow Gophers. Open
to all. There is no cost to attend this event, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged.
2 p.m. | Men’s Soccer Alumni Game
Beldon Field
2 p.m. | ˮAV˵ Pep Rally & AAGC Annual Meeting
Hyman Forum, Athenaeum
Kick off the AAGC Annual Meeting with a burst of school spirit at the Pep Rally! Reignite your ˮAV˵ spirit with classic cheers and chants led by fellow alumnae/i and student leaders. Let’s make sure the ˮAV˵ energy is at its peak! Highlights include reunion year roll call, milestone photos, live music, trivia, and accolades.
Celebrate with fellow alumnae/i to vote on AAGC leadership, recognize top reunion volunteers, and honor the 2026 recipient of the Elizabeth Statuta Baker ’70 Public Service Award. We’ll also celebrate additional awards, highlight this year’s points of pride, and vote on the 2026 slate!
Our 2026 Public Service Award recipient, Dina Zuckerberg ‘91
Dina Zuckerberg has dedicated her career to creating spaces of belonging, understanding, and empowerment for individuals and families affected by craniofacial differences. For more than a decade, she has served as Director of Family Programs at myFace, a nonprofit organization committed to transforming the lives of children and adults with facial differences through education, advocacy, and emotional support. At myFace, she leads family support programs, facilitates adult, parent, and adolescent groups, and advocates nationally for inclusion and understanding.
3:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m. | Humans vs. Zombies
Mary Fisher Patio
Returning for their 20th year on campus, ˮAV˵ Humans Vs. Zombies will be hosting a two-hour game full of action and excitement! Ever wanted to be chased around our beautiful campus by a horde of the undead? Well, now is your chance! This game and all of its foam-flinging fun has been a staple of ˮAV˵ life since 2005, and the current club leaders have planned out a special mission for all returning or first-time players.;
All required materials will be provided as well as a thorough explanation of the rules.
Meet in front of Mary Fisher Hall at 3:30 PM.
4 p.m. | Beer Tasting Event
Alumnae/House | Buchner Hall
Celebrate with homebrewers, beer lovers, Professors Kevin Schultz and Bob Slocum,
and Chemistry Instructor Lisa Gulian ’07 for a truly experiential beer tasting event.
You’ll sample a variety of beers from local breweries across Maryland. These beer
aficionados will highlight the terminology, ingredients, and brewing processes that
make the beers unique. The cost is $10 per person, which includes beer samples and a selection of light bites.
Registration is required as slots fill up quickly; limited to 40 participants.
4 - 7 p.m. | ˮAV˵ for Life Block Party | Live Music, Food, Drinks & Games
Under the Tent, by the Athenaeum
There is no cost to enter the block party. Attendees have the option to purchase dinner or drink packages, with a cash bar available.
Block Party Highlights:
- Live music
- Lawn games;
- Gopher Kid Zone: filled with arts and crafts, activities, games, and more
- Gophers FORE ˮAV˵: practice your short game, test your skills in a friendly challenge, and even win prizes.
Block Party Dinner Packages (available 4:00-7:00 p.m.) Pre-registration strongly encouraged; a limited number of dinner package tickets available at the door. A cash bar will be available with cash and digital payments accepted, and complimentary soft drinks will be provided.
Due to unforeseen scheduling changes on our vendors’ end, the food trucks will no longer be in attendance. We appreciate your
understanding and have enhanced our on-site dining experience by expanding our buffet
offerings and extending service times to better accommodate our guests.
Gopher Kid Zone – Block Party
The Gopher Kid Zone invites families to a fun-filled, storybook-inspired experience (4 p.m- 5 p.m) featuring ˮAV˵ alumna and author/illustrator Nancy Patz ‘52. Children will enjoy a special reading of her newly published picture book, “There’s a Dragon in the Tree House and He Won’t Come Down!”, a heartwarming story about friendship, creativity, and problem-solving, which will take place during the program,
Throughout the event, Future Gophers can explore open, hands-on activities and crafts inspired by the book’s vibrant illustrations. The fun continues with appearances by Rowdy, ˮAV˵’s beloved mascot, perfect for high-fives and photos.
Designed especially for young Gophers and their families and conveniently located
near the Block Party for easy access and added fun.
Reunion Corners at the ˮAV˵ for Life Block Party
NEW this year! Several class reunions and affinity groups will gather in designated, semi-private spaces during the Block Party, perfect for reconnecting with classmates and celebrating together while enjoying all the festivities. Access is reserved for participating milestone classes and affinity groups. Interested in claiming a reunion corner? Email alumni@goucher.edu to learn more.
The following classes and affinity groups are celebrating together in their own Reunion Corners during the Block Party.
- Class of 1971 and Class of 1976...Celebrating 50 years!
- Class of 1981 Reunion...Celebrating 45 years!
- Class of 2001 Reunion....Celebrating 25 years!
- Class of 2006 Reunion... Celebrating 20 years!
- Class of 2011 Reunion... Celebrating 15 years!
- Class of 2016 Reunion...Celebrating 10 years!
- Class of 2021 Reunion...Celebrating 5 years!
- Blue & Gold Society...Celebrating ˮAV˵ Athletics!
- Red Hot Blue Reunion...Celebrating 35 years!
- Black African American Affinity Group Reunion
4:30 p.m. | Class of 1966 Wine, Cheese & Conversation
Outside of Batza Room
Gather with classmates for celebration and conversation before the reunion dinner.
It’s the perfect way to reconnect and share memories as you ease into an evening of
celebration.
5 p.m. | Cocktail Reception | Class of 1971 & 1976 50th Reunion Celebration
President’s Residence
Hosted by Kent Devereaux, President of ˮAV˵ College
Celebrate a remarkable milestone with the 50th Reunion of ˮAV˵’s Class of 1976!
This year, we are also honored to welcome the Class of 1971, whose reunion was postponed
due to the pandemic. Together, we’ll reminisce, share stories, and create new memories
as we honor the journeys we’ve taken and the bonds that continue to connect us to
ˮAV˵. Cheers for two incredible classes and one unforgettable reunion.
5:30 p.m. | Class of 1966 60th Anniversary Reunion Celebration
Batza Room
Celebrate 60 years with an evening of good food, wine, and great company. Enjoy a
dinner as you reconnect, reminisce, and continue the celebration together. The cost is $35 per person and includes a dinner buffet, wine, and dessert.
6 p.m. | Dance Alumni Reception Honoring Amanda Thom Woodson
Rosenburg Gallery
A special alumni reception will be held in honor of Amanda Thom Woodson, co-director of the Center for Dance, Music, and Theater, who will retire at the end of this academic year after 36 years of extraordinary contributions to ˮAV˵. The reception takes place prior to the concert and offers an opportunity to celebrate Amanda, reconnect with classmates, network with faculty, and meet current students in the dance program.
Complimentary wine, beer, and light refreshments will be served. There is no cost to attend, but advance registration is appreciated.
6:30 p.m. | Class of 1996 Dinner
Charles Village Pub & Patio
Come join your classmates and reminisce about your days at ˮAV˵, your classes (remember
CIE?), your professors, your residence Hall, and social fun (remember Casino Night
and GIG day?). Take a walk around memory lane.
*attendees will purchase dinner and beverages directly from the venue
7 - 10 p.m. | Late Night Bingo
Hyman Forum, Athenaeum
Enjoy an exciting evening of Bingo featuring special guest callers and fantastic prizes!
Late-night bites and beverages will be available. BINGO will consist of 10-themed
rounds with ˮAV˵ trivia mixed in.
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.| Class of 1981 Drinks & Lite Bites
Buchner
Keep the celebration going after the Block Party at the Class of 1981 Drinks and Lite
Bites gathering. Hosted by your Reunion Leaders, this relaxed get-together offers
a chance to reconnect over light bites and refreshments. There is no cost to attend.
7:30 p.m. | ˮAV˵ Repertory Dance Ensemble Concert
Kraushaar Auditorium
The ˮAV˵ Repertory Dance Ensemble presents performances that feature premieres by guest artists, ˮAV˵ faculty, and students. Tickets are $15 general admission, $5 ˮAV˵ OneCard holders, students, and senior citizens. No reservations required. Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. Admission for alumnae/i is complimentary. In lieu of a ticket cost, please consider a donation to Friends of ˮAV˵ Dance to support our current and future student dance scholarship.
Sunday, April 26
10:30 a.m. | Class of 1976 Brunch hosted by Barb Van Winkle '76
Check back for updated information in the coming weeks.
11 a.m. | Class of 1981 Brunch
Bread & Circuses Bistro & Bar, more information is coming soon!
11 a.m. | Class of 1966 Brunch | 60th Anniversary
Edenwald, 2nd floor Private Dining Room
Hosted by 1966 Class Reunion Leaders. Cost is $30 and includes a buffet-style brunch.
3 - 5 p.m. | Onderduiker*: Hiding in Plain Sight at Amsterdam’s ARTIS Zoo During WWII *Dutch for a person in hiding during WWII
Rosenberg Gallery
Artist Talk begins at 3:30 p.m.
Baltimore photographer Phyllis Arbesman Berger’s powerful new exhibition, Onderduiker: Hiding in Plain Sight at Amsterdam’s ARTIS Zoo during WWII, tells the harrowing story of the Jews, resistance fighters, and young men escaping forced labor, who owed their lives to the staff at Amsterdam’s ARTIS Zoo. Using infrared photography and lyrical poetry, Berger explores the psychological landscapes of the individuals who lived in constant fear, not knowing from day to day whether their hiding places might be revealed. Nazi soldiers loved the zoo and visited often, not realizing that a wall away people were in hiding. Images and text chronicle the struggles of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances as they spend time with their memories, take flight with imagination, and experience longing, grief, and at times terror.
Located in the Jewish neighborhood of Amsterdam known as the Jodenbuurt, ARTIS Zoo served as a hiding place for two to three hundred men, women, and children, all of whom survived. The zoo stayed open throughout the war, and Onderduikers spent months, even years, in animal enclosures. All this took place within the beautiful grounds of the zoo. This setting, with its peaceful paths, sculpture gardens, and inventive architecture that served as hiding places, provides the stage for telling the Onderduiker’s stories.
The photographs and poetry in this exhibition are informed by conversations with the ARTIS Zoo historian, the former director of the Zoo (an Onderduiker himself), and grounds keepers during visits over the past seven years.
This exhibition is a collaboration between the artist and students at ˮAV˵ College,
whose research and writing provide a foundation for understanding the historical context
of this work. Exhibit runs through May 28.
4 - 6 p.m. | Charm City Bronze's Spring Handbell & ˮAV˵ Choral Society Concert
Haebler Memorial Chapel
Charm City Bronze will present their signature mix of classical, sacred, folk, and popular tunes. Baltimore’s premier handbell ensemble features over 5 octaves of handbells plus chimes, percussion and kazoos! The ˮAV˵ Choral Society, with Roy Belfield, and violinist Nikita Borisevich will also perform. Doors open at 3:30pm.
Hosted by the ˮAV˵Music Department.
Class Milestone & Affinity Reunions
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Virtual Schedule of Events
Can’t make it back to campus for Alumnae/i Weekend 2026? Explore our virtual events series, bringing Gophers together from around the world in the months leading up to and during the reunion. From January through May, enjoy engaging online programs that celebrate our shared ˮAV˵ experiences, plus select sessions live-streamed during Alumnae/i Weekend so everyone can take part, wherever they are.