Celebrate
Reunion at Thurtene Carnival is packed with exciting events on campus and around St. Louis, but there are a few extra-special reunion experiences you don’t want to miss. These signature events include the Welcome Back Party and the Alumni BBQ, and – of course – your Class of 2011 Party! We’re eagerly working on a full schedule, so check back in early 2026 to read about all the receptions, tours, and events we have planned.
Featured Events
Reunion at Thurtene weekend will be packed with events on campus and around St. Louis, but there are a few signature reunion experiences you won’t want to miss.
Welcome back party
Friday, april 17
6-9 p.m.
Day one of reunion weekend concludes with our signature Welcome Back Party, an epic celebration. As the sun sets, catch up with old friends over heavy appetizers, desserts, and beer, wine, and soda. Enjoy live music, fun photo opportunities, and an amazing evening with the WashU community.


Alumni bbq
Saturday, april 18
11:30 A.M.-1:30 p.m.
Join classmates and their families for a fun-filled afternoon of great BBQ catered by the award-winning Pappy’s Smokehouse. Complimentary beer, wine, and soda will be provided. Enjoy children’s activities and entertainment throughout the event.
good bye brunch
sunday, april 19
9 – 11 A.m.
Reminisce on your reunion weekend, bid “until we meet again” to your classmates, and enjoy an all-you-care-to-eat brunch.







Get involved
Reunion class gift
At WashU, we believe in the power of tradition, community, and the transformative impact of education. Your reunion year is not only an opportunity to reconnect with old friends but also a chance to make a meaningful contribution to the institution that played a significant role in shaping your journey.
Be a part of the time-honored tradition of giving back through your reunion class gift. Regardless of the size of your contribution, every gift makes an impact on the university, its students, and the larger community.
Class of 2011 reunion committee
Want to help plan Reunion and make sure it’s a huge success? Join your Reunion Committee! Check out this list of classmates who have already signed up:
Caitlin Chicoine
BS ’11
Alex Kiles
AB ’11
Sara Reinoso
AB ’11
Amy Heard Egbert
AB ’11
Robyn Michaelson
AB ’10
Victor Thomas
AB ’11
Jennifer Karikari Harder
AB ’11, MSW ’14
Patricia Morency
AB ’11
Martin Witchger
AB ’11
Class memories
Class notes
Daniel R. Fishman, AB ’11, was named to “Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch” by The Best Lawyers in America 2025 in the litigation and labor law areas.
Tiffany R. Ellis, JD ’11, LLM ’12, was recently sworn in as president of the Detroit Bar Association. Ellis is a partner at Peiffer Wolf and is a litigator specializing in corporate greed and institutional negligence.
Ashley (Pearson) Hoolihan, MArch ’11, MCM ’11, was named to Building Design + Construction’s (BD+C) elite 40 Under 40 class of 2023.
Forrest Xiao, AB ’11, published a memoir written by ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence: The Inner Life of an AI: A Memoir (December 2022).
Looking back at 2011
Holocaust survivor, human rights activist Wiesel to deliver Commencement address
Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel, a Holocaust survivor and human rights activist, has been selected to give the 2011 Commencement address at Washington University in St. Louis, according to Chancellor Mark S. Wrighton.
Gallery of Outstanding Graduates 2011
Students arriving on campus this fall probably noticed a different look to the South 40. Two impressive new buildings, South 40 House and Umrath House, have opened to students for
the first time this year.
Senior moments
Seniors enjoyed an entire week of fun in the days leading up to Commencement, including the Chancellor’s Dinner at America’s Center Ballroom May 16, where 1,200 seniors enjoyed a reception, dinner, and awards ceremony before attending the Senior Gala, also held at America’s Center.
W.I.L.D. performers
Spring 2011 – Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros
Fall 2010 – Wale
Favorite hangouts
Coming soon
See who’s coming
Search for classmates who are planning to come back for WashU Reunion at Thurtene Carnival, April 17-19, 2026.