Signature reunion events are highlighted in green.

Thursday, April 16

5:30-8 p.m.

McKelvey Engineering Awards Ceremony

Whitaker Atrium, Whitaker Hall

The McKelvey Engineering Awards honor the professional accomplishments and service of distinguished alumni and friends of the McKelvey School of Engineering.

The registration link for the event will be listed soon.

Business casual attire is recommended.


5:30-8:30 P.m.

Danforth Scholars 25th Anniversary Celebration Dinner

Boundary at the Cheshire Upstairs Event Space

Join fellow Danforth Scholar alumni and students to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the William H. and Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholars Program. Reconnect with fellow alumni, network with current scholars, and mingle with campus partners at a reception ahead of a program and dinner in celebration of 25 years of the program.

Seating is limited. Please register for this event here.


6-8 p.m.

Continuing & Professional Studies (formerly University College) Reunion

Orchid Room, Danforth University Center

Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and learn about the re-envisioned mission WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (formerly University College). Alumni will have the opportunity to network with old friends and learn about current CAPS programs, initiatives, and engagement opportunities.

The registration link for the event will be listed soon.


Friday, April 17

10-11 A.m.

The Power of Planned Giving

Green Collaboration Space, Green Hall

Join the Office of Planned Giving for a casual breakfast and engaging conversation about how you can leave a lasting legacy at WashU — perhaps even greater than you imagine. Discover how alumni have helped to shape the university and student experience through their gifts. Test your knowledge of WashU with some fun trivia (and you might even win a prize) as we discuss how anyone can create a planned gift and make their mark on their alma mater.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


11 A.M.-3 P.m.

Reunion Check-In

Whitaker Atrium, Whitaker Hall

Start your weekend at Reunion Check-In to receive your name tag, along with the necessary items for pre-registered events. Reunion staff are also available to process on-site registrations, provide general event details, and answer any questions you may have.

Reunion Welcome, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Lawn outside Brauer Hall

After checking in, kick off reunion weekend with a drink and some light bites on the lawn outside Brauer Hall. Reminisce with friends as you toast to new memories and the weekend ahead. Gather your classmates and strike a pose at the photo op to capture the moment. Attendees will receive two drink tickets per registrant when they check in, so be sure to pick up your registration packet prior to heading over to the lawn!


12-1 P.m.

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum Tour – Friday Session

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Tour the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum with a student-educator and enjoy an in-depth exploration of several works from the museum’s renowned permanent collection. Participants will engage with one another in group discussions throughout the tour and are encouraged to explore the special exhibitions before or after the tour.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


1-2:30 P.m.

Danforth Campus Tour

Tour begins at the bottom of the Brookings steps on the East End of campus.

From the reimagined landscape of the east end to the 50,000 sq. ft. renovation at the Mallinckrodt Center, you and your classmates will get to experience, engage with, and explore the latest developments on the Danforth Campus. This tour offers a chance to relive a bit of your college experience while celebrating the milestones of the next generation.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration is recommended.


1-4:30 p.m.

St. Louis Microbrewery Tour

Tour starts and ends at the roundabout at the Brookings Loop on the east end of the Danforth Campus

Join alumni and friends for a tour of three St. Louis microbreweries: Bluewood Brewing, 2ndShift Brewing, and Heavy Riff Brewing Company. Your personal tour guide will share insights on each brewery, provide tasting suggestions, and impart historic and fun facts about St. Louis. You will spend approximately 45 minutes at each stop and receive a token redeemable for one full pour of draft beer at each location. This tour is facilitated by BrewHop STL.

Transportation for this event is provided. We are unable to accommodate children’s car seats on this tour.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $30 per adult, $10 per child
(Children 5 and under are free)


1:15-2:15 p.m.

School of Medicine Faculty Presentation

Eric P. Newman Education Center

More information coming soon.


1:30–2:30 P.m.

Art on Campus Tour

Tour begins at the Florence Steinberg Weil Sculpture Garden in front of the north entrance to Weil Hall.

Put on your walking shoes and join us for a tour of Danforth Campus artwork, installed as part of the Art on Campus program. The tour begins at the Florence Steinberg Weil Sculpture Garden in front of the north entrance to Weil Hall and includes stops at Bauer Hall, Sumers Recreation Center, and Hillman Hall to see works by acclaimed contemporary artists Jaume Plensa, Katharina Grosse, Ann Hamilton, Ayse Erkmen, Iñigo Manglano-Ovalle, and Dan Graham.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


2-4 p.m.

Student + Alumni Career Networking Event: Health Care & Sciences; and Tech, Data & Engineering

McKelvey Commons, McKelvey Hall (Levels 1 and 2)

Join the Center for Career Engagement for networking with students and alumni. Stop by to connect with fellow alumni and share your career journeys and advice with current students in a comfortable and relaxed setting. Industry-based career communities represented include Health Care & Sciences and Technology, Data & Engineering.


2-4 p.m.

Student + Alumni Career Networking Event: Art, Design & Media; Business; and Government, Policy & Social Impact

Women’s Building Formal Lounge

Join the Center for Career Engagement for networking with students and alumni. Stop by to connect with fellow alumni and share your career journeys and advice with current students in a comfortable and relaxed setting. Industry-based career communities represented include Arts, Design & Media, Business, and Government, Policy, & Social Impact.


2-4:30 p.m.

See STL | Old North St. Louis Experience

Tour starts and ends at the roundabout at the Brookings Loop on the east end of the Danforth Campus

St. Louis’ Old North neighborhood is one of its oldest and most complex, where historic architecture and modern social changes intersect. This unique guided experience will include a walking tour with one of the Missouri History Museum’s award-winning guides, as well as a hands-on visit to Central Print, a local non-profit focusing on the art of traditional printmaking and paper crafts. Each participant will have the opportunity to test their skill and creativity in the art of letterpress printmaking and walk away with an 11×14″ customized poster.

Transportation for this event is provided. We are unable to accommodate children’s car seats on this tour.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $20 per person
(Children 5 and under are free)


3-4:30 p.m.

Entrepreneurs and Innovators Reunion Reception

Skandalaris Center, Mallinckrodt Center

Join the Skandalaris Center for Interdisciplinary Innovation and Entrepreneurship for a networking event. All innovators and entrepreneurs are welcome, including community members, alumni, current students, investors, and people seeking advice about the startup industry. Those interested in learning more about entrepreneurship at WashU also are welcome to attend.


3-4:30 p.m.

WashU Physics Alumni Reception

Pfeiffer Physics Library, Compton Hall

Join fellow physics alumni for a casual reception to reconnect, meet with current faculty and students, and explore what’s happening in physics today.


3-4:30 p.m.

Danforth Campus Tour

Tour begins at the bottom of the Brookings steps on the East End of campus.

From the reimagined landscape of the east end to the 50,000 sq. ft. renovation at the Mallinckrodt Center, you and your classmates will get to experience, engage with, and explore the latest developments on the Danforth Campus. This tour offers a chance to relive a bit of your college experience while celebrating the milestones of the next generation.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration is recommended.


3-5 p.m.

Environment, Sustainability, and Climate Change Open House

Schnuck Pavilion

Alumni with an interest in environmental, sustainability, and climate change issues are invited to connect and network with one another, and with faculty, staff, and students. The open house is located in the new Schnuck Pavilion, one of the university’s eight LEED Platinum buildings. This largely informal event will include brief remarks about the university’s teaching, research, operations, and community impact. Refreshments will be served.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


3-5:30 p.m.

WashU Chemistry Distinguished Alumni Award Ceremony and Reception

Wrighton Hall 300

In conjunction with the alumni reunion weekend/Thurtene Carnival, the chemistry department will host an alumni awards ceremony to honor our awardees and nominators.


3:30-5 p.m.

Dr. G’s Funhouse at Reunion (For Class of 2025 and Alumni Families with Current WashU Students)

Brookings Quad

Welcome to Dr. G’s Fun House! This multi-generational gathering brings together present, future, and brand-new WashU alumni for a one-of-a-kind reunion weekend kickoff. Current WashU parents celebrating reunion — along with their students — and 1st reunion celebrants are invited to meet Dr. G on The Quad for snacks, interactive activities, and more!

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


4-5 P.m.

Opening Reception | WashU Wide Arts Exhibition hosted by the Business of the Arts Club

Knight and Bauer Atrium, 3rd Floor

Join Dean Mike Mazzeo of Olin Business School for the opening reception of the WashU-wide arts exhibition presented by the Business of Arts Club. This exhibition will be on display throughout the weekend and is designed to feature artists from all schools at WashU, including Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts and undergraduate Arts & Sciences (Performing Arts and Film and Media). The Business of Arts Club is organized as part of Olin Business School’s Business of the Arts Program in collaboration with all disciplines across the university.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


4-5:30 p.m.

Catholic Student Center Alumni Happy Hour

Catholic Student Center, 6352 Forsyth Blvd

Stop by to reunite with Catholic Student Center (CSC) staff, past and present, and reminisce with your classmates.


4:30-5:30 p.m.

Olin Reunion Happy Hour

Knight and Bauer Hall Courtyard

Join us for an Olin Business School happy hour before you head to the Welcome Back Party! Alumni and guests are invited to visit with Olin leadership while reconnecting with classmates.


4:30-5:30 p.m.

WashU Hillel Alumni Happy Hour

WashU Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd

Reconnect with friends and the Hillel staff at our alumni Happy Hour! Stop by on your own or with your family for drinks and refreshments. Event is free.

Please register for this event here. Registration appreciated but not required.


5-10 p.m.

Friday Bear Club

Danforth University Center, Second Floor

Wondering what to do with your kiddos during the Welcome Back Party? Don’t stress — we have your answer! Our Bear Club child-care program keeps your kids, infant through age 17, safe and entertained while you enjoy your reunion event. Relax and catch up with classmates while your children are cared for by professionally screened, vetted, vaccinated, and trained Jovie caregivers.

Children will be divided into age-appropriate tracks, with the evening’s “Superheroes” theme offering engaging activities sure to capture their attention and interests! Older kids can choose to participate or hang out in the “fun zone,” where they will enjoy playing pool, foosball, and a variety of other games and multimedia systems.

Special snacks and meals are included.

Check out the website for more details.

Cost: $50 per child


7-9 p.m.

Shabbat Dinner with Chabad

Chabad House, 7018 Forsyth Blvd.

Join us for a Classic Shabbat Dinner and see how our community has grown, especially in the wake of the events of October 7, 2023. Discover firsthand why this is the most popular event for Jewish students each week! Shabbat at Chabad embodies our mission to offer meaningful Jewish experiences in an inclusive and welcoming environment. Preceded by Davening at 6 p.m.

Cost: $22 per person


6-9 p.m.

Welcome Back Party

Ballpark Village

The WashU Bears are taking over Ballpark Village! Kick off reunion weekend at the Welcome Back Party with alumni from 10 different classes. Enjoy music, fun photo opportunities, a ballpark-inspired menu, and drinks with the WashU alumni community. Welcome home!

Advanced registration recommended. Packet pickup will be available at Ballpark Village for pre-registered attendees. Registration will be available for the Welcome Back Party only. Full reunion weekend event registration will not be available.

Cost: $30 per adult
$15 to ride shuttle


8-9:30 p.m.

Sam Fox School 20th Year Celebration

Weil Hall

Art and architecture alumni are invited to join students, faculty, and staff for a family-friendly celebration of 20 years of the Sam Fox School, with food, music, and festivities.


Saturday, April 18

9-10 A.m.

Breakfast with Beyond Boundaries

Bowood by Niche

Alumni of the Beyond Boundaries Program are invited for a reunion breakfast to connect and re-connect with program staff and each other. Seating guaranteed for the first 8 attendees. Reach out to the Beyond Boundaries Program office with any questions: beyondboundaries@wustl.edu.


9-11:30 A.M.

See STL | Soulard Neighborhood Tour

Tour starts and ends at the roundabout at the Brookings Loop on the east end of the Danforth Campus

The Soulard neighborhood boasts street after street of great 19th-century architecture as well as one of the nation’s oldest continually operating farmers markets. This experience includes a walking tour led by the Missouri History Museum’s award-winning guides as well as a visit to the Soulard Farmers Market.

Transportation for this event is provided. We are unable to accommodate children’s car seats on this tour.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $17 per person
(Children 5 and under are free)


9:30 A.M.

Shabbat Morning Services hosted by WashU Hillel

WashU Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd

Join us for Shabbat morning at Hillel with student-led traditional Orthodox services at 9:30 am and egalitarian Conservative services at 10:00 am followed by a festive kiddush and snacks.

Please register for this event here.


9:30-11 A.m.

Sam Fox School Alumni Coffee

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Art and architecture alumni are invited to connect with Sam Fox School faculty and enjoy the Kemper Art Museum.


10 A.M.-2 P.m.

Reunion Check-In

Whitaker Atrium, Whitaker Hall

Be sure to stop by Reunion Check-In to receive your name tag, along with the necessary items for pre-registered events. Reunion staff are also available to process on-site registrations, provide general event details, and answer any questions you may have.


10-11 A.m.

Sustainability and Arboretum Tour

Tour begins at Brookings Arch on the Danforth Campus

Join a member of the WashU Office of Sustainability for a campus tour highlighting features of the university’s natural and built environments.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


10-11:30 A.m.

Catholic Student Center Open House

Catholic Student Center, 6352 Forsyth Blvd

Stop by to visit with Catholic Student Center (CSC) staff and reminisce about your days at the CSC.


10-11:30 A.m.

Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement Alumni Reception

Stix House, 6470 Forsyth Blvd

The Gephardt Institute for Civic and Community Engagement invites alumni interested in WashU’s efforts to foster student learning, participation, and impact in civic life to join us to learn more about the institute and how you can get involved. All are welcome!


10-11:30 A.m.

Danforth Campus Tour

Tour begins at the bottom of the Brookings steps on the East End of campus.

From the reimagined landscape of the east end to the 50,000 sq. ft. renovation at the Mallinckrodt Center, you and your classmates will get to experience, engage with, and explore the latest developments on the Danforth Campus. This tour offers a chance to relive a bit of your college experience while celebrating the milestones of the next generation.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration is recommended.


10:30-11:30 A.m.

Rethinking Public Health: Restoring Trust in a Politically Diverse Nation. Sponsored by With You. The WashU Campaign

Graham Chapel

Join Dean Sandro Galea and Dr. Salma Abdalla for an engaging fireside chat where they will explore how increasing polarization and erosion of trust impedes public health’s ability to serve whole populations. We know that public health messages and policies are now received very differently across political identities. This conversation will explore how WashU Public Health is systematically exploring how public health currently thinks, talks and acts, testing alternative approaches, and developing a playbook that reframes and guides the field of public health for a politically diverse nation.

Speakers:

Salma Abdalla, MBBS, MPH, DrPH
Assistant Professor, School of Public Health
Co-Director of the Global Health Futures Innovation Research Network

Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH
Margaret C. Ryan Dean of the School of Public Health,
Eugene S. and Constance Kahn Distinguished Professor in Public Health,
Vice Provost for Interdisciplinary Initiatives


11:30 A.M.–1:30 P.m.

Alumni BBQ

Tisch Park

Join your classmates and their families at Tisch Park for an afternoon of fun! Enjoy delicious BBQ catered by the award-winning Pappy’s Smokehouse, veggie options catered by SweetArt, along with classic St. Louis desserts that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Complimentary beer, wine, and soda will be provided. Enjoy children’s activities and entertainment throughout the event. It’s the perfect way to relax, socialize, and indulge in some local favorites! Bear Necessities will be on-site selling WashU apparel and swag.

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $25 per adult, $15 per child
(children 5 and under are free)


12 p.m.

Community Shabbat Lunch & Learn hosted by WashU Hillel

WashU Hillel, 6300 Forsyth Blvd

Stay after services or come by midday for our Shabbat lunch with members of the Hillel staff and OU-JLIC Co-Directors, Rav Shlomo and Kyra Ashkanazy. Shabbat lunch brings observant Jewish students of diverse backgrounds together in friendship and community. We look forward to welcoming alumni and their family members!

We’re pleased to welcome Scholar-in-Residence and WashU parent, Rabba Sara Hurwitz, who will lead a shiur (learning session) after lunch at approximately 2:00 pm. Rabba Hurwitz is the first woman to be publicly ordained as an Orthodox rabbi. She is the Co-founder and President of Yeshivat Maharat and, since 2003, has served on the Rabbinic staff at the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale – The Bayit. Rabba Hurwitz is the mom of WashU Jewish Student Association President, Zacharya (WashU ’28).

For more information and to register, visit here. Registration requested by Sunday, April 12.


12:30-3:30 p.m.

Open House and Shabbat Kiddush hosted by Chabad

Chabad House, 7018 Forsyth Blvd.

After services on Shabbat morning — beginning at 10 a.m. — all are invited to drop by a special open house and Shabbat Kiddush for light lunch, snacks, and a meet-and-greet with Rabbi Hershey Novack.


1-1:45 p.m.

School of Medicine Faculty Presentation

Eric P. Newman Education Center (EPNEC) Great Rooms, Medical Campus

Guests will enjoy a presentation from Jason Hassenstab, PhD, the Norman J. Stupp Professor of Neurology, Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences, and Director of the Cognitive Technology Research Laboratory. He is the Principal Investigator of the ARC-Down syndrome study, an international study of Down syndrome associated Alzheimer’s disease. He also leads the Cognition Cores for the Dominantly-Inherited Alzheimer Network-Trials Unit (DIAN-TU) and the DIAN observational study and the Charles F. and Joanne Knight Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center.


1-3 p.m.

Thurtene Honorary Reunion

Danforth University Center, Room 276

A reunion for all Thurtene honorary alumni and their families!


1:30-2:15 p.m.

Our Next 100 Years: The Future of the Brown School with Dean Traube

Brown 100, Brown Hall

Hear from Dorian Traube, Neidorff Family and Centene Corporation Dean of the Brown School, as she shares school updates and her vision for the future of social work education.


1:30-2:30 p.m.

Kemper Art Museum Tour – Session 1

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Tour the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum with a student-educator and enjoy an in-depth exploration of several works from the museum’s renowned permanent collection. Participants will engage with one another in group discussions throughout the tour and are encouraged to explore the special exhibitions before or after the tour.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


1:30-3 p.m.

WashU Asian Alumni Network Wine and Cheese Reception

McKelvey Commons, McKelvey Hall

Join the WashU Asian Alumni Network (WUAAN) for our annual WashU Reunion gathering. Whether you are celebrating a reunion or not, join us after the Alumni BBQ to connect with other WashU alumni and friends. All members of the WashU community are welcome.


1:30-3:30 p.m.

Athletics and Recreation Welcome

Athletic Complex, Hall of Champions

Visit the Department of Athletics and Recreation to meet some of our current scholar-champions and coaches. Tour our new state-of-the-art facilities, embedded in the heart of the spaces you remember from your time at WashU!

Reception: 1:30-2pm
Brief remarks: 2-2:15pm
Facilities tour group 1 departs: 2:15-3:15pm
Facilities tour group 2 departs: 2:30-3:30pm


1:30-3:30 p.m.

Reslife Reunion

Venue to be determined

Welcome home! Return to the South 40 to revisit the places you called home during your time as a student. Meet the Reslife team, as well as some of our current resident advisors and Congress of the South 40 leaders.


1:30-3:30 p.m.

Scholar Program Reunion

Office of Scholar Programs, Danforth University Center 300

All Ervin, Danforth, and Rodriguez Scholar alumni are invited to join the Office of Scholar Program team and current scholars to meet and share stories. We would love to hear what you are doing now and give you a chance to learn more about our current programs and scholars.


1:30-3:30 p.m.

Campus Life, Student Clubs and Organizations Reception

Campus Life Office, Danforth University Center, Room 160

Reunite with classmates that participated in sorority/fraternity life, Student Union, and other student clubs and organizations. Meet with current students and Campus Life staff members to hear about social life on campus and share your memories with the Campus Life team.


1:30-3:30 p.m.

Taylor Family Center for Student Success Reception

Taylor Family Center for Student Success Office, Danforth University Center, Room 330

We invite all first-generation, Taylor Scholars, and Trio alumni to stop by the Taylor Family Center suite to meet our staff and connect with current first-generation or limited-income students to help them build their own networks!.


1:30-3:30 P.m.

In Memoriam | A Time of Reflection in Graham Chapel

Graham Chapel

We invite WashU alumni to visit Graham Chapel for a moment of reflection, prayer, or remembrance. This space has meaningfully served the university for over a century, offering a quiet place to commemorate your time spent at WashU and cherished memories of classmates. Alumni are encouraged to leave notes honoring those who have passed.


2-3:30 p.m.

Environment, Sustainability, and Climate Change Panel with WashU Experts

Schnuck Pavilion

Hear from a panel of WashU faculty and staff leaders who will discuss the university’s broad engagement with environmental, sustainability, and climate change research, teaching, and operations. Refreshments will be served.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


2-3:30 p.m.

WashU Pride Alumni Network (WUpan) Dessert Reception

Brauer Hall Lobby

Join the WashU Pride Alumni Network (WUpan) for our annual gathering during WashU Reunion. Whether you’re celebrating a reunion or not, join us to connect with other WashU alumni and friends while hearing the latest about WUpan and other LGBTQ+ initiatives at WashU. All members of the WashU community are welcome.


2:30-3:15 p.m.

WashU Public Exchange: Transforming Academic Expertise into Community Action

Brown 100, Brown Hall

Chris Van Bergen, executive director of WashU Public Exchange, will discuss WashU’s innovative new approach to connecting top minds with community organizations, allowing them tackle local issues in real time.


2:30-3:30 p.m.

Kemper Art Museum Tour – Session 2

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Tour the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum with a student-educator and enjoy an in-depth exploration of several works from the museum’s renowned permanent collection. Participants will engage with one another in group discussions throughout the tour and are encouraged to explore the special exhibitions before or after the tour.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.


2:30-4:30 p.m.

Black Alumni Council Day Party at WashU Reunion

Umrath Lounge and Bowles Plaza

Join the Black Alumni Council (BAC) for our annual Day Party during WashU Reunion. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone reunion or simply looking to reconnect, you’re invited to come through for great music, games, and cross-generational connection. All members of the WashU community are welcome.


3-4:30 P.m.

La Comunidad at WashU Reception

Goldberg Formal Lounge, Danforth University Center

Join La Comunidad at WashU for our annual gathering during WashU Reunion. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone reunion or simply looking to reconnect, you’re invited! Together, we’ll engage with simple, reflective prompts that explore what authentic community looks like, what we need from one another, and how each of us can contribute to a thriving comunidad. All members of the WashU community are welcome.


5:30 P.m.

Sterotypes 25th Anniversary Concert

Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall

Join us for an intimate (and free) performance from current and alumni members of WashU’s a cappella group – The Stereotypes – as they celebrate their 25th anniversary. Hear the group sing some of their favorite songs from over the years. Stay for the entire show or stop by for a song or two in a gorgeous venue overlooking Brookings.


6-11:15 p.m.

Saturday Bear Club

Danforth University Center, Second Floor

Wondering what to do with your kiddos during your reunion class party? Don’t stress — we have your answer! Our Bear Club child-care program keeps your kids, infant through age 17, safe and entertained while you enjoy your reunion event. Relax and catch up with classmates while your children are cared for by professionally screened, vetted, vaccinated, and trained Jovie caregivers.

Children will be divided into age-appropriate tracks, with the evening’s “Minions” theme offering engaging activities including legos, K’NEX, puzzles, and games that are sure to bring out their inner inventor! Older kids can choose to participate or hang out in the “fun zone,” where they will enjoy playing pool, foosball, and a variety of other games and multimedia systems.

Special snacks and meals are included.

Check out the website for more details.

Cost: $50 per child


6:30–8:30 p.m.

1st Reunion Happy Hour

Risa Commons, Zetcher House

Welcome back, Class of 2025! There’s no place like home. Join the celebration at Risa Commons and enjoy an evening of fabulous music, drinks, food stations, and photo opportunities. Toast to your first year as part of the WashU alumni crew, catch up with your classmates, and make a few fun new memories at your old stomping grounds.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $15 per person


7–11 p.m.

5th Class Party

The Post

Reconnect with the Class of 2021 at The Post Building, the iconic former home of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Located in St. Louis’ innovation district, Downtown North, The Post Building blends contemporary amenities with historic details. Enjoy an open bar, gourmet food stations, a DJ, and fun photo opportunities while sharing memories with old friends.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $50 per person


7–11 p.m.

10th Class Party

City Winery

Raise a glass with the Class of 2016 at City Winery! Located in the heart of Midtown’s lively City Foundry entertainment and dining district, this urban winery offers the perfect spot to celebrate your first decade as a WashU alum. Enjoy an open bar, including City Winery’s signature pours, gourmet food stations, music, and festive photo opportunities.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $50 per person


7–11 p.m.

15th Class Party

a.casa

Welcome home, Class of 2011! Join the party at a.casa, an intimate and lovely gem nestled between St. Louis’ charming Northampton and Tower Grove South neighborhoods. Catch up over drinks, food, nostalgic tunes, and fun photo opportunities, and enjoy making wonderful new memories with old friends.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $50 per person


7–11 p.m.

20th Class Party

La Verona

Raise a glass with the Class of 2006 at La Verona on The Hill. This charming space is a gorgeous addition to the beloved St. Louis neighborhood, introducing new night life options while preserving its unique history. Enjoy an elegant evening reminiscing with old friends over gourmet food, an open bar, nostalgic tunes, and fun photo opportunities.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $50 per person


7–11 p.m.

25th Class Party

Third Degree Glass Factory

Join the Class of 2001 for an unforgettable evening at Third Degree Glass Factory, co-founded by WashU alum Jim McKelvey Jr., AB ’87, BS ’87. This working artisan glass studio and gallery is conveniently located in the Delmar Maker District, midway between the Central West End and Delmar Loop. Share memories of your days spent at WashU with your classmates while enjoying an open bar, gourmet food stations, a DJ, and fun photo opportunities.

7 p.m. | Bar opens and hors d’oeuvres served
7:30 p.m. | Glass blowing demonstration
7:30-9:30 p.m. | Food Station open
8 p.m. | Class of 2001 toast and group photos
11 p.m. | Event concludes

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $70 per person


7–11 p.m.

30th Class Party

Forest Park Visitor Center

Celebrate in style with the Class of 1996 in the heart of St. Louis’ iconic Forest Park. This enduringly beautiful landmark provides the perfect setting for reminiscing with old friends while making wonderful new memories to cherish. Raise a toast to an amazing three decades, enjoy an elegant dinner, and take a spin on the dance floor as the DJ plays your favorite hits from the ’90s.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $70 per person


7–11 p.m.

35th Class Party

Oliva on The Hill

Raise a glass with the Class of 1991 at Oliva on the Hill! This spectacular space tucked away in one of St. Louis’ most charming neighborhoods provides a perfect setting to catch up and celebrate with old friends. Enjoy an unforgettable evening with gourmet food, an open bar, music, and great conversation.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $70 per person


7–11 p.m.

40th Class Party

Holmes Lounge, Ridgley Hall

Join the Classes of 1981 and 1986 in beautiful Holmes Lounge on the Danforth Campus. Originally the university’s library in the 1900s, the historic main entrance overlooks Brookings Quadrangle, where university-wide events such as Commencement and WILD were once held. Share memories of your days at WashU with your classmates while enjoying dinner, drinks, music, and great conversation in this iconic campus location.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $70 per person


7–11 p.m.

45th Class Party

Holmes Lounge, Ridgley Hall

Join the Classes of 1981 and 1986 in beautiful Holmes Lounge on the Danforth Campus. Originally the university’s library in the 1900s, the historic main entrance overlooks Brookings Quadrangle, where university-wide events such as Commencement and WILD were once held. Share memories of your days at WashU with your classmates while enjoying dinner, drinks, music, and great conversation in this iconic campus location.

Attire: Come as you are

Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $70 per person

Sunday, April 19


9 – 11 a.m.

Goodbye Brunch

Clark-Fox Forum, Hillman Hall

Gather with friends once more and toast to a successful reunion weekend. Enjoy classic brunch favorites and, of course, mimosas and Bloody Marys, as you reflect, share contact info, swap photos, and make plans to get together again.

Capacity is limited. Advanced registration recommended.

Cost: $25 per adult, $10 per child
(Children 5 and under are free)


11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Mass at the Catholic Student Center

Catholic Student Center, 6352 Forsyth Blvd

Join us for Mass as we celebrate faith and fellowship together. All are welcome.

Business casual attire is recommended.


4:30-6:30 p.m.

Mass and Sunday Supper at the Catholic Student Center

Catholic Student Center, 6352 Forsyth Blvd

Join us for Mass, followed by supper. All are welcome to celebrate faith and fellowship with us.

Business casual attire is recommended.

Additional Happenings


All events below are open to the public. For more events see WashU Happenings

THURSDAY, APRIL 16

James Merrill’s Poetic Places – WashU Libraries

Thursday, April 16 | 8 a.m.-12 a.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Newman Tower of Collections and Exploration

American poet James Merrill was a world traveler. He loved discovering new destinations and exploring new cultures, and he found deep inspiration in them. He also had certain home bases that provided frequent creative stimuli throughout his life. On the occasion of Merrill’s centenary year in 2026, this exhibition showcases six such locations, whether a house, a city, a country, or even an imaginary place that transcended the physical and defined his epic literary trilogy.
Whichever the case, these places played key roles in some of Merrill’s most cherished works and dearest relationships. With the exception of certain items on loan from the James Merrill House (JMH) in Stonington, Connecticut, all items in this exhibition are from the James Merrill Papers in WashU Libraries’ Special Collections.

Unalienable Rights: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence – WashU Libraries

Thursday, April 16 | 8 a.m.-12 a.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Thomas Gallery

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence and created the United States of America. In the 250 years since, the ideals set forth in the Declaration have shaped our country and served as a reminder of the unfinished work of independence.
This exhibition features printed versions of the Declaration of Independence, including an example that traveled to the moon, along with a discussion of the document’s importance throughout history and the ways groups have sought to ensure the principles in the Declaration are upheld for all people. It also includes founding documents that showcase the early history of the United States, as well as artists’ books that interpret and interact with history, the country’s founding, and American patriotism.

The Seizin Press: A Radical Collaboration – WashU Libraries

Thursday, April 16 | 8 a.m.-12 a.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Julian Edison Department of Special Collections Reading Room

The Seizin Press was founded by poets Laura (Riding) Jackson and Robert Graves in 1927. Over the next decade or so, they published editions of their own writings and works by influential modernists, including Gertrude Stein and Len Lye. Through striking book design, illustration, and text, (Riding) Jackson created a body of work that challenged and questioned the nature of poetry.

This exhibition explores Laura (Riding) Jackson’s evolution as poet, critic, and writer, from her work with the Seizin Press to contemporary literary interest and the reprint of her work, Through Gently, in Delmar Magazine, a literary magazine published in St. Louis in 2002.

Special Exhibits at Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Thursday, April 16 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Visit the Kemper Art Museum to see thematic presentations of artworks from the Museum’s internationally renowned collection as well as several special exhibitions. Featuring forty-three large-scale photographs created in China between 1993 and 2006, Looking Back Toward the Future: Contemporary Photography from China explores how avant-garde artists in China first engaged with photography’s conceptual and expressive potential to chronicle, critique, and reflect on the nation’s global transformation and its increasingly powerful market economy. On view for the first time at the Museum, these works are part of a recent gift that represents a significant addition to the institution’s holdings of contemporary Chinese art. Listening to the Art of German Cultures invites viewers to listen to stories of nationhood as they are conveyed through a selection of paintings, photographs, films, and sculptures spanning over seventy-five years of cultural production in the German-speaking world. This Teaching Gallery presentation offers insights into the nation’s contemporary culture and global entanglements—revealing the surprising perspectives, unheard voices, and acoustic textures that art can evoke. In conjunction is The Song of the Germans, a sound installation produced by the Berlin-based Nigerian artist Emeka Ogboh. First premiered at the 2015 Venice Biennale, it features a recording of ten African immigrants singing the German national anthem in their native languages. Played continuously, the composition unfolds differently each time as it builds into a full chorus.

Admission is free.

Thursday Nights at the Museum presented by WashU

Thursday, April 16 | 5-8 p.m. | Missouri History Museum

Join us for an evening of captivating classical Thai dances, performances by a Thai musical ensemble, and a presentation honoring the Thai New Year and exploring its traditions. Before the main program, stop by the Grand Hall to explore displays of Thai art, intricate fruit and vegetable carving, and make-and-take crafts and games inspired by traditional Songkran festivities. Authentic Thai desserts and food will also be available for purchase.

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

ThurtenE Carnival

Friday, April 17 | Any Time | Simon Hall Parking Lot

Make plans to stop by ThurtenE Carnival and check out the various student-constructed game and food booths and amusement rides. Dating back to the 1900s and organized by ThurtenE Honorary, ThurtenE Carnival is the nation’s oldest and largest student-run carnival and takes place at WashU every spring.

James Merrill’s Poetic Places – WashU Libraries

Friday, April 17 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Newman Tower of Collections and Exploration

American poet James Merrill was a world traveler. He loved discovering new destinations and exploring new cultures, and he found deep inspiration in them. He also had certain home bases that provided frequent creative stimuli throughout his life. On the occasion of Merrill’s centenary year in 2026, this exhibition showcases six such locations, whether a house, a city, a country, or even an imaginary place that transcended the physical and defined his epic literary trilogy.
Whichever the case, these places played key roles in some of Merrill’s most cherished works and dearest relationships. With the exception of certain items on loan from the James Merrill House (JMH) in Stonington, Connecticut, all items in this exhibition are from the James Merrill Papers in WashU Libraries’ Special Collections.

Unalienable Rights: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence – WashU Libraries

Friday, April 17 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Thomas Gallery

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence and created the United States of America. In the 250 years since, the ideals set forth in the Declaration have shaped our country and served as a reminder of the unfinished work of independence.
This exhibition features printed versions of the Declaration of Independence, including an example that traveled to the moon, along with a discussion of the document’s importance throughout history and the ways groups have sought to ensure the principles in the Declaration are upheld for all people. It also includes founding documents that showcase the early history of the United States, as well as artists’ books that interpret and interact with history, the country’s founding, and American patriotism.

The Seizin Press: A Radical Collaboration – WashU Libraries

Friday, April 17 | 8 a.m.-10 p.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Julian Edison Department of Special Collections Reading Room

The Seizin Press was founded by poets Laura (Riding) Jackson and Robert Graves in 1927. Over the next decade or so, they published editions of their own writings and works by influential modernists, including Gertrude Stein and Len Lye. Through striking book design, illustration, and text, (Riding) Jackson created a body of work that challenged and questioned the nature of poetry.

This exhibition explores Laura (Riding) Jackson’s evolution as poet, critic, and writer, from her work with the Seizin Press to contemporary literary interest and the reprint of her work, Through Gently, in Delmar Magazine, a literary magazine published in St. Louis in 2002.

Special Exhibits at Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Friday, April 17 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Visit the Kemper Art Museum to see thematic presentations of artworks from the Museum’s internationally renowned collection as well as several special exhibitions. Featuring forty-three large-scale photographs created in China between 1993 and 2006, Looking Back Toward the Future: Contemporary Photography from China explores how avant-garde artists in China first engaged with photography’s conceptual and expressive potential to chronicle, critique, and reflect on the nation’s global transformation and its increasingly powerful market economy. On view for the first time at the Museum, these works are part of a recent gift that represents a significant addition to the institution’s holdings of contemporary Chinese art. Listening to the Art of German Cultures invites viewers to listen to stories of nationhood as they are conveyed through a selection of paintings, photographs, films, and sculptures spanning over seventy-five years of cultural production in the German-speaking world. This Teaching Gallery presentation offers insights into the nation’s contemporary culture and global entanglements—revealing the surprising perspectives, unheard voices, and acoustic textures that art can evoke. In conjunction is The Song of the Germans, a sound installation produced by the Berlin-based Nigerian artist Emeka Ogboh. First premiered at the 2015 Venice Biennale, it features a recording of ten African immigrants singing the German national anthem in their native languages. Played continuously, the composition unfolds differently each time as it builds into a full chorus.

Admission is free.

SATURDAY, APRIL 18

ThurtenE Carnival

Saturday, April 18 | Any Time | Simon Hall Parking Lot

Make plans to stop by ThurtenE Carnival and check out the various student-constructed game and food booths and amusement rides. Dating back to the 1900s and organized by ThurtenE Honorary, ThurtenE Carnival is the nation’s oldest and largest student-run carnival and takes place at WashU every spring.

James Merrill’s Poetic Places – WashU Libraries

Saturday, April 18 | 9 a.m.-10 p.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Newman Tower of Collections and Exploration

American poet James Merrill was a world traveler. He loved discovering new destinations and exploring new cultures, and he found deep inspiration in them. He also had certain home bases that provided frequent creative stimuli throughout his life. On the occasion of Merrill’s centenary year in 2026, this exhibition showcases six such locations, whether a house, a city, a country, or even an imaginary place that transcended the physical and defined his epic literary trilogy.
Whichever the case, these places played key roles in some of Merrill’s most cherished works and dearest relationships. With the exception of certain items on loan from the James Merrill House (JMH) in Stonington, Connecticut, all items in this exhibition are from the James Merrill Papers in WashU Libraries’ Special Collections.

Unalienable Rights: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence – WashU Libraries

Saturday, April 17 | 9 a.m.-10 p.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Thomas Gallery

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence and created the United States of America. In the 250 years since, the ideals set forth in the Declaration have shaped our country and served as a reminder of the unfinished work of independence.
This exhibition features printed versions of the Declaration of Independence, including an example that traveled to the moon, along with a discussion of the document’s importance throughout history and the ways groups have sought to ensure the principles in the Declaration are upheld for all people. It also includes founding documents that showcase the early history of the United States, as well as artists’ books that interpret and interact with history, the country’s founding, and American patriotism.

The Seizin Press: A Radical Collaboration – WashU Libraries

Saturday, April 18 | 9 a.m.-10 p.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Julian Edison Department of Special Collections Reading Room

The Seizin Press was founded by poets Laura (Riding) Jackson and Robert Graves in 1927. Over the next decade or so, they published editions of their own writings and works by influential modernists, including Gertrude Stein and Len Lye. Through striking book design, illustration, and text, (Riding) Jackson created a body of work that challenged and questioned the nature of poetry.

This exhibition explores Laura (Riding) Jackson’s evolution as poet, critic, and writer, from her work with the Seizin Press to contemporary literary interest and the reprint of her work, Through Gently, in Delmar Magazine, a literary magazine published in St. Louis in 2002.

WashU Admissions | Campus Visit

Saturday, April 18 | 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. | Sumers Welcome Center

Join the WashU Admissions office for an information session and a student-led campus tour. Campus visits provide an opportunity for prospective students to explore our beautiful campus and connect with our community.

Advanced registration is required.

Special Exhibits at Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Saturday, April 18 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Visit the Kemper Art Museum to see thematic presentations of artworks from the Museum’s internationally renowned collection as well as several special exhibitions. Featuring forty-three large-scale photographs created in China between 1993 and 2006, Looking Back Toward the Future: Contemporary Photography from China explores how avant-garde artists in China first engaged with photography’s conceptual and expressive potential to chronicle, critique, and reflect on the nation’s global transformation and its increasingly powerful market economy. On view for the first time at the Museum, these works are part of a recent gift that represents a significant addition to the institution’s holdings of contemporary Chinese art. Listening to the Art of German Cultures invites viewers to listen to stories of nationhood as they are conveyed through a selection of paintings, photographs, films, and sculptures spanning over seventy-five years of cultural production in the German-speaking world. This Teaching Gallery presentation offers insights into the nation’s contemporary culture and global entanglements—revealing the surprising perspectives, unheard voices, and acoustic textures that art can evoke. In conjunction is The Song of the Germans, a sound installation produced by the Berlin-based Nigerian artist Emeka Ogboh. First premiered at the 2015 Venice Biennale, it features a recording of ten African immigrants singing the German national anthem in their native languages. Played continuously, the composition unfolds differently each time as it builds into a full chorus.

Admission is free.

WashU’s 97th Annual Fashion Design Show

Saturday, April 18 | 7-9 p.m. | Edison Theater

Join us for the 97th annual WashU Fashion Design Show, featuring the capstone collections of senior undergraduates pursuing their Bachelor of Fine Arts in fashion design. The show also highlights the work of junior and sophomore undergraduates’ coursework in fashion design. During senior year, students in the BFA program design a capsule collection that defines their personal aesthetic. Students are guided by faculty and professional mentors from the stages of concept and research, to pattern and muslin, to final garment construction and presentation. Designs are featured by professional models on the runway in the annual Fashion Design Show and reviewed by external fashion professionals.

SUNDAY, APRIL 19

ThurtenE Carnival

Sunday, April 19 | Any Time | Simon Hall Parking Lot

Make plans to stop by ThurtenE Carnival and check out the various student-constructed game and food booths and amusement rides. Dating back to the 1900s and organized by ThurtenE Honorary, ThurtenE Carnival is the nation’s oldest and largest student-run carnival and takes place at WashU every spring.

James Merrill’s Poetic Places – WashU Libraries

Sunday, April 19 | 9 a.m.-12 a.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Newman Tower of Collections and Exploration

American poet James Merrill was a world traveler. He loved discovering new destinations and exploring new cultures, and he found deep inspiration in them. He also had certain home bases that provided frequent creative stimuli throughout his life. On the occasion of Merrill’s centenary year in 2026, this exhibition showcases six such locations, whether a house, a city, a country, or even an imaginary place that transcended the physical and defined his epic literary trilogy.
Whichever the case, these places played key roles in some of Merrill’s most cherished works and dearest relationships. With the exception of certain items on loan from the James Merrill House (JMH) in Stonington, Connecticut, all items in this exhibition are from the James Merrill Papers in WashU Libraries’ Special Collections.

Unalienable Rights: 250 Years of the Declaration of Independence – WashU Libraries

Sunday, April 18 | 9 a.m.-12 a.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Thomas Gallery

On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence and created the United States of America. In the 250 years since, the ideals set forth in the Declaration have shaped our country and served as a reminder of the unfinished work of independence.
This exhibition features printed versions of the Declaration of Independence, including an example that traveled to the moon, along with a discussion of the document’s importance throughout history and the ways groups have sought to ensure the principles in the Declaration are upheld for all people. It also includes founding documents that showcase the early history of the United States, as well as artists’ books that interpret and interact with history, the country’s founding, and American patriotism.

The Seizin Press: A Radical Collaboration – WashU Libraries

Sunday, April 19 | 9 a.m.-12 a.m. | John M. Olin Library, Level 1, Julian Edison Department of Special Collections Reading Room

The Seizin Press was founded by poets Laura (Riding) Jackson and Robert Graves in 1927. Over the next decade or so, they published editions of their own writings and works by influential modernists, including Gertrude Stein and Len Lye. Through striking book design, illustration, and text, (Riding) Jackson created a body of work that challenged and questioned the nature of poetry.

This exhibition explores Laura (Riding) Jackson’s evolution as poet, critic, and writer, from her work with the Seizin Press to contemporary literary interest and the reprint of her work, Through Gently, in Delmar Magazine, a literary magazine published in St. Louis in 2002.

Kemper Live: Traverse

Sunday, April 19 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Join us for Kemper Live: Traverse, an afternoon of performance and hands-on art-making inspired by artworks on view that explore migration, global exchange, reflection, and transformation. Through art and performance celebrating global creative expression, consider how artists traverse and transform social, geographic, conceptual, and creative boundaries.

Admission is free.

Special Exhibits at Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Sunday, April 19 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Visit the Kemper Art Museum to see thematic presentations of artworks from the Museum’s internationally renowned collection as well as several special exhibitions. Featuring forty-three large-scale photographs created in China between 1993 and 2006, Looking Back Toward the Future: Contemporary Photography from China explores how avant-garde artists in China first engaged with photography’s conceptual and expressive potential to chronicle, critique, and reflect on the nation’s global transformation and its increasingly powerful market economy. On view for the first time at the Museum, these works are part of a recent gift that represents a significant addition to the institution’s holdings of contemporary Chinese art. Listening to the Art of German Cultures invites viewers to listen to stories of nationhood as they are conveyed through a selection of paintings, photographs, films, and sculptures spanning over seventy-five years of cultural production in the German-speaking world. This Teaching Gallery presentation offers insights into the nation’s contemporary culture and global entanglements—revealing the surprising perspectives, unheard voices, and acoustic textures that art can evoke. In conjunction is The Song of the Germans, a sound installation produced by the Berlin-based Nigerian artist Emeka Ogboh. First premiered at the 2015 Venice Biennale, it features a recording of ten African immigrants singing the German national anthem in their native languages. Played continuously, the composition unfolds differently each time as it builds into a full chorus.

Admission is free.