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 1996 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.
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 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.
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.
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:
Tom Anderson BSBA ’96
Daniel Broudy AB ’96
Allison Cushman-Vokoun AB ’96
Debra Mayers Hollander AB ’96
Pranav Kothari AB ’96
Daniel Ledger BS ’96, BS ’97
Michelle Brent Neyer AB ’96
Mark Satisky BSBA ’96
Elissa Pearlman Taub AB ’96
Jillian Wiseman BSBA ’96
Jen Behr BFA ’96
Alissa Chariton AB ’96
Julie Etzel AB ’96
Jason Hollander AB ’96
Nita Kulkarni AB ’96, MD ’00
Allen Mattison AB ’96
Shawn Meislik Pappelbaum AB ’96
Julie Schanzer AB ’96
Enrique Von Rohr BFA ’96
Iqbal Brainch AB ’96
Emily Chrysler AB ’96, MA ’96
Melissa Weinrieb Feldman BFA ’96
William Johnson AB ’97
Varuni Kumara AB ’96
Gregory Metz AB ’96
Maya Metni Pilkington AB ’96
Marissa Van Dongen Stavenas AB ’96
Elsa Wentling AB ’96
Class memories
Class notes
Jeffrey S. Siegel, BSBA ’96, was named “Lawyer of the Year” and “Best Lawyer”by The Best Lawyers in America 2025 in the employment law, labor law and litigation areas.
Robyn (Abeles) Silverman, AB ’96, wrote How to Talk to Kids About Anything (Sourcebooks, October 2023).
Steve Hogan, AB ’96, has been the ballpark organist for the San Francisco Giants since the summer of 2010. Fans have always been able to count on hearing Hogan’s lively work during home games.
Emily Wells, AB ’96, was appointed artistic director of The Human Race Theatre Company in Dayton, Ohio.
University to confer more than 2,300 degrees Jane Alexander, chairperson of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and an award-winning actress, will deliver the Commencement address.
Finding the Shoe That Fits As women’s design director of teen retail giant American Eagle Outfitters in New York City, Isobel Schofield, BFA ’96, had her knit tops, graphic T’s and sweatshirts in stores around the world.
An online vanguard In the beginning, Jason Kint, BSBA ’96, was simply a math and marketing major from Columbus, Ohio, who loved baseball statistics and dabbled in his dorm room on a thing called the World Wide Web. He arrived at WashU in the early 1990s, a time when “Web sites” were pages of links with maybe a photo or two.
W.I.L.D. performers
Spring 1996 – Porno for Pyros Fall 1995 – Guided by Voices
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.
