Gatherings at Oberlin College
Get ready for a series of unforgettable reunion weekends as several universities and colleges prepare to celebrate milestone anniversaries for their alumni. Here's a roundup of the events planned for the upcoming years:
2025 Reunion Weekends
The 2025 reunion season kicks off with the Merrimack College Homecoming, Alumni, and Reunion Weekend, scheduled for October 3–5. The Class of 1975 will mark their 50th class reunion with a dedicated class dinner on the main reunion day. The event includes a tour, mass and golden graduate ceremony, class photos, a cocktail reception, class dinners, and an all-class after party. Accommodation is available on campus with advance registration.
Meanwhile, St. John’s University will celebrate the 50th Anniversary Reception for the Class of 1975 during the Alumni Gala on May 3, 2025. The event, part of the Spring Reunion Week, takes place at Floral Terrace, Floral Park, NY, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
2026 Reunion Weekends
The following year, several institutions will host reunion weekends to celebrate both 25th and 50th anniversaries. One such event is the Reunion Weekend 2026 at the Darden School of Business (University of Virginia), scheduled for April 24–26 in Charlottesville, VA. Alumni from class years ending in 1s and 6s, including the Class of 2025, are invited. While the exact 25th or 50th reunion events are not specified, Abbott Society members (Classes 1957–1975) are warmly invited, implying the 50th reunion participation.
Assumption University will hold its Reunion Weekend 2026 from June 5–7, with special events planned for class years ending in 1 and 6. The Class of 1976 will attend the 25th reunion, and the event will also welcome alumni from the Class of 2001 for their 20th reunion.
Baylor College of Medicine’s 2026 Alumni Reunion is set for April 24–26 in Houston, Texas. The event emphasizes personalized reunion experiences and class ambassador involvement, but the specific 25th or 50th anniversaries are not detailed.
Other Reunion Clusters
In addition to the milestone reunions, several other clusters of alumni will gather for their respective reunions. The Classes of '79, '80, and '81 (45th cluster) will attend the reunion, while the Classes of '94, '95, and '96 (30th cluster) and the Classes of '14, '15, and '16 (10th cluster) will also be present. The 60th cluster, consisting of alumni from the Classes of '64, '65, and '66, will celebrate their reunion.
Registration and Further Information
Registration for the 2025 reunion weekend opens on August 1, 2025, and more information can be found by clicking this link. Registration for the 2026 reunion weekend is not yet open, but details can be found by clicking this different link. Photos from the 2025 reunion celebration are already available to view. The 2026 Commencement and Milestone Reunion Weekend will take place from Friday, May 22 to Monday, May 25.
These reunion weekends promise to be a fantastic opportunity for alumni to reconnect, reminisce, and create new memories. Stay tuned for more updates as the events approach!
Attending these reunion weekends isn't only about reminiscing past glories; it also serves as an excellent platform for lifestyle enhancements and education-and-self-development. For instance, the Darden School of Business (University of Virginia) Reunion Weekend 2026 offers seminars and workshops focused on business strategies and innovation, making it an ideal gathering for both personal and professional growth.
