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Exhibit: Claudia Joskowicz, Every Building on Avenida Alfonso Ugarte—After Ruscha Video Installation
Visit the Johnson Museum to explore Claudia Joskowicz's Every Building on Avenida Alfonso Ugarte—After Ruscha before it closes after Reunion weekend. Claudia's video installation on floor 2L, captures daily life in El Alto, Bolivia, blending dreamlike scenes with historical footage of citizen protests in 2003, and offers a reflection on the limitations of the documentary mode. Organized by Kate Addleman-Frankel, the Gary and Ellen Davis Curator of Photography, the installation explores the enduring impact of historical events on contemporary reality.
Admission to the Johnson Museum is always free.
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Little Cub Quest: A Library Safari for Little Explorers!
Grab a bookmark, follow the trail to different libraries across campus, and collect animal stickers at each stop along the way. Discover what each space holds for explorers, whether it’s a children’s reading nook, a coloring station, or a unique spot to relax in. Young adventurers will have a blast! Stations will be open during regular hours for each library, which vary. Please visit https://library.cornell.edu/libraries/ for hours. Locations: Catherwood Library, Clarke Africana Library, Cox Library of Music and Dance, Kroch Library Asia Collections, Mann Library, Mathematics Library, Olin Library, and Uris Library
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Thursday, June 06
8:00 AM
Archival Display: Asian American Studies Program
Public display featuring archival materials that highlight the history of Cornell's Asian American Studies Program
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Exhibit: Frances Perkins and the New Deal
Learn about Frances Perkins, first female Secretary of Labor and ILR professor, showcasing archival materials from the Kheel Center!
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Exhibit: From Nabokov's Net: Nabokov’s Contributions to Butterfly Science & the Cornell University Insect Collection
One of the world’s most celebrated novelists of the 20th century, Vladimir Nabokov was also a devoted lepidopterist. Cornell alumni are invited to explore this fascinating story in a new exhibit in the Mann Library Gallery. During his time as professor of Russian literature at Cornell (1948-1959), Nabokov collected and hand-labelled hundreds of butterfly specimens from across the United States, eventually donating them to the Cornell University Insect Collection (CUIC). In a collaboration between Mann Library and the CUIC, this exhibit features a selection of Nabokov’s extraordinary butterfly collection and celebrates Nabokov’s passion for the study of Lepitoptera as witnessed in his fanciful and scientific butterfly illustrations, his careful taxonomic work, and the insightful scientific theories in butterfly evolution he developed—theories largely dismissed during his lifetime but spectacularly confirmed in recent years.
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Exhibit: No Mere Curios: Finding Nabokov's Lepidopterist Inspiration in the Rare Books of Entomology
In an article written for The New Yorker in 1948, Vladimir Nabokov described vivid childhood memories of his thrilling encounters in a dusty corner of his family’s home with old, and fantastically beautiful natural history tomes of prior centuries. These were works that helped lay the foundation for the modern study of entomology and introduced humankind—including a young Russian boy who would become one of the most consequential novelists of the 20th century—to the mesmerizing beauty of the order Lepidoptera. A new exhibit in the Mann Library lobby introduces a selection of the volumes that guided Nabokov’s lepidopterist interests and helped shape his important contributions towards our current understanding of butterfly diversity and evolution.
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9:00 AM
Exhibit: Solar Eclipses Across the World
Witnessing a total solar eclipse is one of the most humbling experiences that mother nature has to offer. Watching the sun disappear can be frightening if it comes unexpected and glorious if it unfolds as predicted. The mini-exhibit Solar eclipses across the world: from fear to knowledge showcases materials from Cornell’s Rare and Manuscript Collection, taking us on a 1,800-year journey from the first book that gives prescriptions for how to calculate upcoming eclipses, to the famous book by Copernicus, to photos of the eclipse of 1925 as seen from Cornell.
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Exhibit: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Mother of Media Psychology
Dr. Joyce Brothers '47 was omnipresent in American media for over 50 years. A natural-born entertainer, she was first and foremost a mental health professional—often referred to as “the mother of media psychology”—who sought to do the most good for the largest number of people. This exhibit is a selection of materials highlighting the life and career of one of the most prolific professionals and celebrities of the last century. The exhibit was made possible through the generous support of the Stephen E. ’58 MBA ’59 and Evalyn Edwards ’60 Milman Exhibition Fund, with additional contributions from the Brothers family.
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Save 10% at The Cornell Store Reunion Weekend
Save 10% on almost everything* at The Cornell Store during Reunion weekend! Visit any location of The Cornell Store and tell the cashier “I’m a Cornell alum!” to receive the discount.
View all store locations and hours at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-locations-hours.
*Standard exclusions apply. View standard exclusions at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-policies.
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10:00 AM
Exhibit: The Beauty of Bonsai
Bonsai is the ancient art of growing and grooming trees in pots for the appreciation of their beauty. This art form, a wonderful merging of art, horticulture, and nature, began at least 1,500 years ago when it captivated the passion of many in Asian countries. Today, bonsai is appreciated throughout the world. This exhibit at the Nevin Welcome Center features a variety of unique trees cultivated by members of the Finger Lakes Bonsai Society, including maple, pine, elm, spruce and juniper.
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10:30 AM
General Campus Tour
This tour is designed for prospective students and their families and will give you an introduction to Cornell's history, its undergraduate colleges and schools, student life, athletics, and some legend and tradition. The tours are wheelchair accessible and are conducted outdoors. We hold tours rain or shine. In inclement weather, tours may be shortened and/or modified to avoid hazardous conditions.
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11:30 AM
CBAA on the Vine Wine Tour: CBAA
Registration and fee required.
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12:00 PM
Check in: Class of '04
Registration open through Saturday
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Check in opens: Class of '74
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Check in opens: Class of '89
Our 35th Reunion begins!
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Check-in/Registration Opens: Class of '64
Classmates staying elsewhere should check in at McClintock first.
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Registration Opens: Class of '84
Our 40th Reunion begins!
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Residence Hall Check-In: Class of '79
(Registration is open through Saturday)
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2:00 PM
Exhibit: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Mother of Media Psychology
Dr. Joyce Brothers '47 was omnipresent in American media for over 50 years. A natural-born entertainer, she was first and foremost a mental health professional—often referred to as “the mother of media psychology”—who sought to do the most good for the largest number of people. This exhibit is a selection of materials highlighting the life and career of one of the most prolific professionals and celebrities of the last century. The exhibit was made possible through the generous support of the Stephen E. ’58 MBA ’59 and Evalyn Edwards ’60 Milman Exhibition Fund, with additional contributions from the Brothers family.
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Reunion Information Center: Robert Purcell Community Center
Alumni from non-Reunion years who are not housed on campus can register at this location, purchase $60 buttons for Tent Parties, and receive general information and assistance.
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Reunion Information Center: Statler Hall
Alumni from non-Reunion years who are not housed on campus can register at this location, purchase $60 buttons for Tent Parties, and receive general information and assistance.
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Tour: Beebe Lake Natural History Walk
Did you know that Beebe Lake was originally a forested swamp, and that it is part of Cornell Botanic Gardens? Join staff botanist Robert Wesley to stroll around the lake and learn more about the history, flora, and fauna of Cornell's favorite natural area.
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2:30 PM
3:00 PM
General Campus Tour
This tour is designed for prospective students and their families and will give you an introduction to Cornell's history, its undergraduate colleges and schools, student life, athletics, and some legend and tradition. The tours are wheelchair accessible and are conducted outdoors. We hold tours rain or shine. In inclement weather, tours may be shortened and/or modified to avoid hazardous conditions.
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4:00 PM
Premier Ithaca showing of The Artist & the Astronaut: Class of '74
To get you in the mood for Dancing in the Moonlight! Doors open at 3:30pm
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5:00 PM
Cayuga Lake Boat Tour: Class of '84
Additional charge during registration
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Drinks and Light Fare: Class of '09
Enjoy drinks and light fare as you get settled.
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Happy Hour: Cornell Club of Ithaca
Join the Cornell Club of Ithaca in celebrating Reunion 2024! We will meet for a happy hour (or two) at Collegetown Bagels at the 420 College Ave location.
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Welcome Reception and Dinner: Class of ’69
Wraps and sandwiches available
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5:15 PM
Reception and the “Spirit of ’31—Passing It Forward” Ceremony: '44, '49, '54, '59, and '19
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5:30 PM
Cocktail Reception: Class of '84
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6:00 PM
Festival on the RGB Quad: Class of '74
Dinner, drinks, fun
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Welcome Reception & Dinner: Class of '79
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Welcome Reception and Dinner: Class of '64
Welcome to Reunion! Join when you can for drinks and a casual dinner.
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6:30 PM
Dinner: Classes of '44, '49, and '54
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7:00 PM
Casual Gathering: Sigma Pi
Join us for a casual gathering on the front porch of the house.
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8:00 PM
A Look Back at Our Time on the Hill: Class of '74
By defacto university historian Corey Earle '07
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Cornell Dairy Welcome Social: Class of '19
Cornell Dairy ice cream
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8:30 PM
Welcome Reception Campfire and S'mores: CAAA, CLAA, Pride
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9:00 PM
Hang Out at Class HQ: Class of '84
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Hang out at HQ: Class of '89
Straight Break cookies and milk at 10:00 p.m.
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Ice Cream Social: "Greet & Meet," Class of '69
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Pizza & Refreshments: Class of '74
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Friday, June 07
12:30 AM
7:00 AM
Breakfast: CRC
Join us each morning for a light breakfast at HQs.
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Breakfast: Class of '99
Catered by Cornell Catering
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Breakfast: Classes of '44, '49, '54
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Pastries and Coffee: Class of '89
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7:30 AM
Coffee, Donuts, and Fruit: Class of '94
Or breakfast on your own at Toni Morrison Dining Hall (additional fee).
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8:00 AM
Archival Display: Asian American Studies Program
Public display featuring archival materials that highlight the history of Cornell's Asian American Studies Program
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Breakfast: Class of '74
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Continental Breakfast: Class of '64
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Exhibit: Frances Perkins and the New Deal
Learn about Frances Perkins, first female Secretary of Labor and ILR professor, showcasing archival materials from the Kheel Center!
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Exhibit: From Nabokov's Net: Nabokov’s Contributions to Butterfly Science & the Cornell University Insect Collection
One of the world’s most celebrated novelists of the 20th century, Vladimir Nabokov was also a devoted lepidopterist. Cornell alumni are invited to explore this fascinating story in a new exhibit in the Mann Library Gallery. During his time as professor of Russian literature at Cornell (1948-1959), Nabokov collected and hand-labelled hundreds of butterfly specimens from across the United States, eventually donating them to the Cornell University Insect Collection (CUIC). In a collaboration between Mann Library and the CUIC, this exhibit features a selection of Nabokov’s extraordinary butterfly collection and celebrates Nabokov’s passion for the study of Lepitoptera as witnessed in his fanciful and scientific butterfly illustrations, his careful taxonomic work, and the insightful scientific theories in butterfly evolution he developed—theories largely dismissed during his lifetime but spectacularly confirmed in recent years.
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Exhibit: No Mere Curios: Finding Nabokov's Lepidopterist Inspiration in the Rare Books of Entomology
In an article written for The New Yorker in 1948, Vladimir Nabokov described vivid childhood memories of his thrilling encounters in a dusty corner of his family’s home with old, and fantastically beautiful natural history tomes of prior centuries. These were works that helped lay the foundation for the modern study of entomology and introduced humankind—including a young Russian boy who would become one of the most consequential novelists of the 20th century—to the mesmerizing beauty of the order Lepidoptera. A new exhibit in the Mann Library lobby introduces a selection of the volumes that guided Nabokov’s lepidopterist interests and helped shape his important contributions towards our current understanding of butterfly diversity and evolution.
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Golf Outing: CBAA
Registration and fee required.
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Reunion Information Center: Robert Purcell Community Center
Alumni from non-Reunion years who are not housed on campus can register at this location, purchase $60 buttons for Tent Parties, and receive general information and assistance.
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Reunion Information Center: Statler Hall
Alumni from non-Reunion years who are not housed on campus can register at this location, purchase $60 buttons for Tent Parties, and receive general information and assistance.
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8:30 AM
Continental Breakfast: Class of '19
Catering from Panera Bread
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9:00 AM
Campus Bus Tour
For those who want to see the campus by bus in the merry company of other alumni, this 45-minute tour is led by a current student tour guide and covers Central Campus, North Campus, and West Campus. The tour also provides fun facts, legends, and glimpses of current campus life.
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Exhibit: Solar Eclipses Across the World
Witnessing a total solar eclipse is one of the most humbling experiences that mother nature has to offer. Watching the sun disappear can be frightening if it comes unexpected and glorious if it unfolds as predicted. The mini-exhibit Solar eclipses across the world: from fear to knowledge showcases materials from Cornell’s Rare and Manuscript Collection, taking us on a 1,800-year journey from the first book that gives prescriptions for how to calculate upcoming eclipses, to the famous book by Copernicus, to photos of the eclipse of 1925 as seen from Cornell.
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Exhibit: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Mother of Media Psychology
Dr. Joyce Brothers '47 was omnipresent in American media for over 50 years. A natural-born entertainer, she was first and foremost a mental health professional—often referred to as “the mother of media psychology”—who sought to do the most good for the largest number of people. This exhibit is a selection of materials highlighting the life and career of one of the most prolific professionals and celebrities of the last century. The exhibit was made possible through the generous support of the Stephen E. ’58 MBA ’59 and Evalyn Edwards ’60 Milman Exhibition Fund, with additional contributions from the Brothers family.
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Golf: Sigma Pi
Golf with Sigma Pi alumni at Robert Trent Jones Golf Course of Cornell University. If interested, contact Jarett Wait, jwait@jfwaitadv.com.
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Open House: Asian American Studies Program
Meet AASP faculty, students, and staff and learn more about the program—including the ongoing Asian American Studies Oral History Project, which invites alumni to share their stories about the years prior to and during the founding of our program in 1987. A light breakfast will be served.
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Open House and Tour: Language Resource Center
Any person. Any study. Any language. Come visit the Language Resource Center (LRC) on the ground floor of Stimson Hall. Check out our multilingual mural, with international expressions from Cornell's talented language teachers. See how language learning happens from a distance through Cornell's involvement in the Shared Course Initiative with Columbia and Yale Universities. Hear about new LRC events and initiatives, including the Lingua Mater, an annual competition for alumni and students to translate and sing Cornell's Alma Mater in many languages. Find out how you can stay connected with us and maintain your love for languages and cultures from anywhere.
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Save 10% at The Cornell Store Reunion Weekend
Save 10% on almost everything* at The Cornell Store during Reunion weekend! Visit any location of The Cornell Store and tell the cashier “I’m a Cornell alum!” to receive the discount.
View all store locations and hours at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-locations-hours.
*Standard exclusions apply. View standard exclusions at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-policies.
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Tour: Botanic Gardens
Enjoy a relaxing guided tour through the Botanic Gardens and discover the beauty and diversity of our numerous themed plant collections. This one-hour tour will highlight the Bowers Rhododendron Collection, Robison Herb Garden, Young Flower Garden, Groundcover Collection, and more. Afterwards, you can browse exhibits in the Nevin Welcome Center.
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Wine Tour: Classes of '84, '04, '09, '14
Partake in a tour of local wineries hosted by the Classes of 1984, 2004, 2009, and 2014! Add on this optional wine tour event to visit several of Ithaca's best wineries with classmates. Space is limited and boxed lunch and transportation are included.
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Zipline: Hoffman Challenge Course
Challenge yourself by getting up 60 feet in the air and ziplining out of the replica McGraw Tower at the Hoffman Challenge Course. This 400-foot double zipline is a thrilling way to face your fears! There are many ways to get up into the tower including a rock climbing wall, a giant's ladder, and a suspended centipede element that swings as you climb! Participants must be at least 8 years old and the weight range to zipline is 40-300 lbs.
Registration is required.
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9:30 AM
Kids' Activities: Math Library
Children are welcome to join their parents in the Mathematics Library. There will be a scavenger hunt among the stacks, balloon folding, and button making. We’ll have lots of amazing math toys and sculptures for you to pick up, handle and play with. The Math Support Center's Dick Furnas will be on hand to explain these beautiful geometric structures and answer your questions. We'll also bring out our collection of children's fun math books and watch a 3D printer in action.
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Movie and Exhibit: Class of ’64
Viewing of Fragile Legacy film and tour of the Cornell Collection of Blaschka Invertebrate Models with Professor Leslie Babonis. Limited to first 50 sign-ups.
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Panel: AI at the SC Johnson College of Business
Join a panel of College of Business faculty as they dive deep into the college's insights on generative AI and machine learning, what implications this technology has for students today, and how we can lead the way in this space across the university and beyond.
This talk is open to all Reunion attendees.
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Talk: "Flat Patterns from Curved Surfaces"
Making garment patterns is fundamentally a question about geometry: how do we make a pattern out of flat fabric that will fit our three-dimensional bodies that have variable curvature? In this talk, Senior Lecturer Kelly Delp will present an explicit example of how to make well-fitting clothing for a sphere, and report on current adventures using mathematics to make clothing designs.
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Workshop: Introduction to Genealogy Research: Beyond DNA testing
DNA testing can provide clues, but it inevitably raises more questions. This workshop will focus not on DNA, but on DIY genealogy research for answers about ancestors, learning genealogy concepts, methodology, and search techniques for online genealogical resources.
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10:00 AM
A History of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine (pre-recorded)
Corey Ryan Earle '07 is the unofficial university historian and teaches a popular undergraduate course on Cornell history, AMST 2001: The First American University. Corey discusses the Veterinary College's humble beginnings and pioneering history of innovation and achievement. He’ll offer fun Veterinary College facts, photos, trivia, and traditions.
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Alumni Oral History Project: Life at Cornell Before Asian American Studies – Classes of 1974, 1979, 1984, and 1989
Led by faculty member Derek Chang, we will continue our Asian American Studies Oral History Project by inviting alumni to share their stories about the years prior to and during the founding of our program in 1987. Refreshments will be served.
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Become a Student Again: CAAA
Experiencing the Asian & Asian American Center (A3C)
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Campus Climate Discussion: Class of '74
Led by Rabbi Ari Weiss - Executive Director of Cornell Hillel
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Campus Tours: Class of '74
Docent-led tours of the Johnson Museum, Lab of Ornithology, Fashion and Textile Collection, Botanic Gardens, Library
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Canoe Beebe Lake
Paddle around beautiful Beebe Lake in the heart of campus. Cornell Outdoor Education instructors are on hand for the adventure. All equipment is provided, and no experience is necessary. Registration is strongly encouraged. We will take walk-ups if openings are available. $15 per person. Kids 7 and under paddle for free.
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Coffee and Cornell Cinema
Join the Cornell Cinema team for an informal open house in Willard Straight Theatre! Reconnect with fellow alumni over coffee and pastries, share your favorite Cornell Cinema movie memories, and enjoy a selection of vintage movie trailers from our 35mm collection. This is a great chance to learn more about the history of Cornell Cinema and its current program, and to revisit the historic Willard Straight Theatre, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025.
Refreshments will be served, and families are welcome. No pre-registration required.
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"Democratic Resilience Globally" Presentation: Class of '79
Sponsored by the Class of 1979 and the Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy, is open to all on Friday, June 7 at 10:00 am in Rhodes-Rawlings Auditorium of Klarman Hall. Colleen L. Barry, Dean, Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy, will moderate the two speakers: Ambassador (ret) Dwight L. Bush ’79 and Professor Rachel Beatty Riedl. Riedl is the John S. Knight Professor of International Studies and Director of the Einaudi Center for International Studies, and has joint appointments in the Cornell Brooks School and the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Exhibit: Introducing Vladimir Nabokov, Lepidopterist: Guided exhibit tour and special collections viewing
Often recognized as one of the greatest literary figures of the 20th century, Vladimir Nabokov was also from early childhood impassioned by a very different subject: butterflies. While at Cornell, where he taught Russian literature from 1948 to 1959 and wrote fiction that would gain him world-wide fame, Nabokov immersed himself in the exacting science of lepidoptery, gathering an extensive collection of butterfly specimens from across the United States that he eventually donated to the Cornell University Insect Collection (CUIC). Two new exhibits at Mann Library, “From Nabokov’s Net” and “No Mere Curios” explore this fascinating story. In a guided tour of these installations, Mann librarians will team up with exhibit co-curators Corrie Moreau (CUIC director and the Martha N. and John C. Moser Professor of Arthropod Biosystematics and Biodiversity at Cornell) and Jason Dombroskie (CUIC manager and coordinator of the Insect Diagnostic Lab) to spotlight Nabokov’s contributions to lepidoptery, his important specimen collection, and the old and exquisitely illustrated rare books known to have inspired his lifelong involvement with questions of butterfly evolution and diversity. Cornell alums are warmly invited to join us for a family-friendly multimedia event rich in butterfly science and beauty—all ages welcome!
Co-sponsored with the Cornell University Insect Collection (CUIC) of the Dept. of Entomology.
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Exhibit: The Beauty of Bonsai
Bonsai is the ancient art of growing and grooming trees in pots for the appreciation of their beauty. This art form, a wonderful merging of art, horticulture, and nature, began at least 1,500 years ago when it captivated the passion of many in Asian countries. Today, bonsai is appreciated throughout the world. This exhibit at the Nevin Welcome Center features a variety of unique trees cultivated by members of the Finger Lakes Bonsai Society, including maple, pine, elm, spruce and juniper.
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Forum: Class of ’69
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Open House: Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology
We welcome alumni to the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. Have a cup of coffee, tea, or other beverage, grab a snack, and catch up with faculty. At 10:45 a.m., Professor Tristan Lambert, the department chair of chemistry and chemical biology, will present a 10-15 minute overview of the department, including its current status, recent successes, and opportunities for growth in the coming years. Following the presentation, Tristan will be available to answer questions and speak with alumni.
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Open House: ILR History at the Kheel Center
Visit an open house at the Kheel Center to view archives documenting the history of ILR, from its founding to present!
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Open House: Olin Library Maps Collection
Located on the lower level of Olin Library, the Map and Geospatial Information Collection includes over 200,000 maps, as well as books, atlases, and electronic media. Stop by to see highlights from the collection and learn about Cornell’s cartographic research materials.
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Rappelling: Schoellkopf Stadium
Take the scenic (and thrilling) route down from the top of Schoellkopf Stadium, rappelling on a rope! Cornell Outdoor Education instructors are on hand for the adventure. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Space is limited, so preregistration is strongly recommended. We will take walk-ins as we have space. 1/2 hour sessions from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
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Talk: "Languages: Where they've come from and where they are going"
In this presentation, two members of the linguistics faculty will share some fascinating aspects of the scientific study of language. Professor Michael Weiss will talk about the deep history of English and other languages, and how we can connect linguistics with archaeology and genetics to build a fuller picture of human prehistory. Professor Marten van Schijndel will talk about how language forms the foundation of modern AI systems, and how we can use computers to study the structure of language and human cognition.
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Zipline: Hoffman Challenge Course
Challenge yourself by getting up 60 feet in the air and ziplining out of the replica McGraw Tower at the Hoffman Challenge Course. This 400-foot double zipline is a thrilling way to face your fears! There are many ways to get up into the tower including a rock climbing wall, a giant's ladder, and a suspended centipede element that swings as you climb! Participants must be at least 8 years old and the weight range to zipline is 40-300 lbs.
Registration is required.
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10:15 AM
Math Library Lecture: Proofs That You Can Hold in Your Hand
We will discuss the use of 3D-printing in creating mathematics you can hold. In particular, we will explore several 3D-printed proofs of the Pythagorean theorem.
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10:30 AM
Back to Class CLE Program: “Truth, Lies & GenAI: Research, Risks, and Responsibility”
The explosion of data-driven AI tools and chatbots, and their full-court press into the legal information arena, is beginning to dramatically shift the way we approach research and information, both classic legal research and the information we search for and encounter every day. Lawyers and clients are watching the explosion of generative AI in legal products and on the internet. How can savvy attorneys harness the boundless potential of AI to deliver accurate and effective legal information and advice to their clients, while maintaining the integrity of their practice of law? How do we assess risks and pitfalls, like overpromise, hallucinations, and even deepfakes? What kind of regulatory changes might be on the near horizon? Join Kim Nayyer, Edward Cornell Law Librarian, Associate Dean for Library Services, and Professor of the Practice as she breaks down the basics of big data and generative AI, their impacts on legal and other information, and strategies to maintain high quality legal and other research.
Attendees are eligible to receive 1.0 NY CLE credit in the area of Skills. Attorneys who practice outside New York may be eligible for reciprocal CLE credit. This program is appropriate for in-person transitional and non-transitional attorneys, and for remote non-transitional attorneys.
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Campus Scavenger Hunt: Cornell Outdoor Education
Mix and mingle with fellow alumni and discover fun facts and special places on Cornell's campus. Working in teams of 4–8 people, you’ll complete tasks and earn points, giving you a chance to win some prizes from Cornell Outdoor Education. This scavenger hunt activity is accessible and adaptable for people of all ages and abilities!
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General Campus Tour
This tour is designed for prospective students and their families and will give you an introduction to Cornell's history, its undergraduate colleges and schools, student life, athletics, and some legend and tradition. The tours are wheelchair accessible and are conducted outdoors. We hold tours rain or shine. In inclement weather, tours may be shortened and/or modified to avoid hazardous conditions.
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Open House: Anthropology Collections
See historical objects from around the world in the original university museum, before the McGraw Hall renovation and relocation of the collections. Collection highlights include ceremonial masks of the Ndembu, from Zambia; pre-Columbian Andean pottery and textiles; Paleolithic and Neolithic stone tools; and pieces from aboriginal Australia and Amazonia, as well as from the Classical Greek, Egyptian, and Roman worlds and many others. Curator Frederic Gleach will be on hand to talk with visitors about the collections and our institutional history; this will be his last Reunion before retiring. An exhibit in the hallway outside room 150, featuring the contributions of several Cornellians to university collections along with general information about the history of the university museum and the Anthropology Collections, can be viewed at any time.
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Talk: A Fireside Chat with SC Johnson College of Business Dean, Andrew Karolyi
Join Charles Field Knight Dean of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business Andrew Karolyi for a fireside chat-style conversation. Hear from the dean as he discusses his vision for the college, the future of business education, and the college's mission of deeply responsible leadership.
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11:00 AM
Active Learning in Cornell Mathematics
After inviting participants to engage in an activity based on "one-cut origami," we will describe some of the teaching innovations being employed in the Mathematics Department.
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Biobank Tour: Class of '04
Explore the world of scientific preservation on a guided tour of the world-renowned Cornell Veterinary Biobank. Registration required.
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Butterfly Sticker Workshop
Inspired by butterflies? Or Vladimir Nabokov? Follow your visit to Nabokov’s collection at Mann Library with a workshop, where you can create a flight of beauty that expresses your very own thoughts. Led by artist and AAP alumna Andrea Strongwater, the group—all ages invited—will create personalized butterflies that hold the thoughts of the person creating it.
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Tour: Mundy Wildflower Garden
Enjoy a variety of native wildflowers, from anemones to zizia and everything in between, as you explore our woodland wildflower garden with our native plant specialists. Meet at the Nevin Welcome Center. Walk will include some steep steps; please let us know if you have mobility concerns.
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Unity Hour & Reunion Brunch: CBAA
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Zipline: Hoffman Challenge Course
Challenge yourself by getting up 60 feet in the air and ziplining out of the replica McGraw Tower at the Hoffman Challenge Course. This 400-foot double zipline is a thrilling way to face your fears! There are many ways to get up into the tower including a rock climbing wall, a giant's ladder, and a suspended centipede element that swings as you climb! Participants must be at least 8 years old and the weight range to zipline is 40-300 lbs.
Registration is required.
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11:30 AM
CU for Lunch
Relax and enjoy a quick bite to eat at this air-conditioned, centrally-located, casual eatery. The Terrace Restaurant offers a special price for an all-you-care-to-eat cafeteria-style buffet (one trip through the line), featuring a tapas-style menu that includes sandwiches, salads, side dishes, desserts, and much more.
Inclusive price: $21 for adults; $13 for youth (4–10 years old). Lunch is free for children under 4.
Payments by cash or card are accepted at the door. Pre-registration is not available.
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Lunch: Class of '54
Bus will leave the Statler at 11:15 a.m.
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Tour: Class of '89
Limited space. Sign up and get details at HQ.
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12:00 PM
Alumni Open House: Sigma Alpha Epsilon
Please swing by Hillcrest on Friday afternoon anytime to catch up with other alumni, tour the house, or just hang out on the deck.
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Historical Campus Tour
Designed especially for Reunion weekend, this tour will feature some of Cornell's most iconic and historic spaces and legends: Willard Straight Hall, Old Stone Row, Sage Chapel, A. D. White Library, Arts Quad, and others. It will be led by one of our current and energetic student tour guides. Walking will be moderate and slow, with many picture-taking opportunities.
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Lunch: Dyson Alumni Dean's Luncheon
Join David J. Nolan Dean of the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management, Jinhua Zhao, for a casual luncheon during Reunion! Come back to Warren Hall for a meal with fellow Dyson alums and hear from the Dean as he updates us on all the incredible happenings at the Dyson School.
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Order a Cornell Ring
Visit The Cornell Store’s main store location to view the complete collection of official Cornell class rings from Balfour. The Balfour representative will be onsite to help you determine your ring size, discuss personalization options and to help you place an order.
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12:30 PM
Dutch Treat Lunch: Class of '74
Under the tent at Ithaca Beer - bus provided.
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1:00 PM
A&S Talk: Robots Under Antarctica, and One Day in Space
In this presentation, Britney Schmidt, Associate Professor of Astronomy and Earth & Atmospheric Science, will explore environments on Europa and their analogs here on Earth. NASA will launch the Europa Clipper Mission in October 2024, but while we wait to get there, we are looking to our own cosmic backyard to help us to better understand this enigmatic moon of Jupiter. Dr. Schmidt will describe her team’s work in Antarctica using the under ice AUV/ROV Icefin built by her research team.
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Black @ Cornell: Past, Present, Future Panel Program: CBAA
Sponsored by the Alpha Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. at Cornell University
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Campus Bus Tour
For those who want to see the campus by bus in the merry company of other alumni, this 45-minute tour is led by a current student tour guide and covers Central Campus, North Campus, and West Campus. The tour also provides fun facts, legends, and glimpses of current campus life.
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Cascadilla Gorge Hike
Join us for this guided hike to learn about the cultural and natural history of the Cascadilla Gorge Trail, the iconic greenway connecting campus with downtown Ithaca. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. The round-trip one mile hike is moderately strenuous and involves some steep stair climbing. Friday hikers have the option to take the #10 TCAT Bus back to campus instead of returning on the trail, but there is no bus service on Saturday.
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Cookie Day at Catherwood Library
Celebrate Cookie Day, one of Catherwood Library's favorite traditions, with cookies, a cookie-themed craft for our younger visitors, and an open house for our newest exhibit.
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Cornell: Then and Now: Class of '94
With Corey Earle '07
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Open House: Department of Astronomy and Space Sciences
Join us for a poster and display session with space sciences faculty and graduate students, who will be on hand to answer questions about an array of magnificent projects. Posters and images will cover topics ranging from the exciting exploration of nearby planets to glimpses of distant galaxies in the deepest regions of the universe. Kids' activities, too!
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Panel Discussion: “On-Campus Startup Venture Incubation and Beyond: The Management Challenges”
This session is offered by the Cornell's Center for Life Science Ventures (formerly the McGovern Center) and Cornell's Center for Advanced Technology in Life Science Enterprise (CAT). The panel will focus on the graduate company management team’s experience with startup organization, incubation at Cornell, company life five and ten years “post-graduation,” and some lessons they’ve learned along the way. The panel will also feature some successful projects under Cornell's CAT grant.
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Talk: Current Cornell research and opportunities in carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration
Join us for an enlightening session at the Cornell Atkinson Center as we delve into the forefront of climate action through Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) research. Esteemed Cornell faculty members Greeshma Gadikota, Phil Milner, Buz Barstow, and Tobias Hanrath will share their groundbreaking work, shedding light on how CCUS technologies can offer viable solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This presentation will highlight Cornell University's significant contributions to advancing CCUS strategies, underlining the institution's commitment to sustainability and climate goals outlined in the Cornell 2030 Project. Discover how these innovations are setting the stage for a sustainable future, demonstrating leadership and excellence in the field of environmental science.
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Tour: Cornell Fashion and Textile Collection
Did you know Cornell is the only Ivy League university offering a degree in fashion? Join Director Denise Green for an exclusive tour of Human Ecology’s fashion and textile collection, including more than 10,000 items of apparel used for exhibition, research, and teaching. Separate advance registration is required to reserve your spot! (Limit of 20 people per time slot)
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Tour: Olin Renewal Construction
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Tour of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art: CLAA
Led by Jessica Levin Martinez, Richard J. Schwartz Director (1:00–2:00 p.m.)
Self-guided tours (2:00–3:00 p.m.)
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Workshop: Zines, Zines, Zines!
Zine making workshop; no experience needed!
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1:30 PM
Campus Scavenger Hunt: Cornell Outdoor Education
Mix and mingle with fellow alumni and discover fun facts and special places on Cornell's campus. Working in teams of 4–8 people, you’ll complete tasks and earn points, giving you a chance to win some prizes from Cornell Outdoor Education. This scavenger hunt activity is accessible and adaptable for people of all ages and abilities!
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Introduction and Walking Tour: Cornell NanoScale Facility (CNF)
The Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility (CNF) is one of the leading nanotechnology facilities in the country. Come and learn about the promise of nanotechnology and Cornell's role in this exciting field. A short talk and video will give an overview of what we do and how we do it. We'll then take a walking tour through Duffield Hall and discuss the tools available to our users. The talk and tour last about one hour. Please note that due to safety concerns, we will not be entering the CNF cleanroom.
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Ivy Iron Chef Challenge: CAAA
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Old Stone Heap Tour: CRC
Sign-ups are first come, first served, as we only have a limited capacity for this tour. The bus will depart from CRC Headquarters, outside of High Rise 5.
This is a very special trip down memory lane to visit a historic house on Cayuga Lake owned and hosted by CRC's own William Buck Briggs '76. Open to CRC members, there will be a limit of 20 people to take a guided tour of Buck's place, which includes the largest collection of Cornell memorabilia outside of Cornell's own archives. Tour Buck's barn, where you can sit at the actual bar from the Royal Palms while looking at the lake, see a variety of Cornell Athletics memories, and you are sure to recognize something from your past. The house includes three floors of Cornell memorabilia and the best parts are the stories that Buck will tell about the objects and how he came to acquire them.
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Panel: Cornell Prison Education Program and Cornell University Library: Past, Present, and Future
The Cornell Prison Education Program (cpep.cornell.edu) was founded after higher education in prison was eviscerated in the late 1990s. From 2007–2023, the program leveraged private funding to offer an associate degree program in prison, in partnership with local community colleges. Over the last few years, Cornell University Library has been an essential partner to this initiative. Today, Cornell is taking steps toward offering a baccalaureate degree in prison, and as typical Cornell undergraduates, these incarcerated students will need access to even more library resources. This panel will focus on how Cornell University Library is partnering with the Cornell Prison Education Program to help provide access to scholarly materials within prison walls. Come learn about how CUL and CPEP are extending one of our most profound examples of "... any person ... any study.”
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Reunion Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving
Join us for the annual Reunion memorial service to honor faculty, staff, students, and alumni we have lost over the years. This service is open to all, with live music and a candle-lighting ceremony.
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Veterinary College Showcase
Throughout history, the college’s expertise in research, education, and medicine has answered the needs of a changing world. Attend the showcase and learn about the departments, centers, and programs that are leading the way in helping the Veterinary College drive change towards a healthier world for animals and people. 2024 participants will be updated on the Veterinary College Reunion website. Our 2023 participants included: Feline Health Center, Riney Canine Health Center, Baker Institute for Animal Health, Wildlife Health Center, Center for Veterinary Business and Entrepreneurship, Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program, Master of Public Health, Flower Sprecher Library, Wellbeing, Educational Support Services and Continuing Education, Human Resources, Admissions, and Animal Health Diagnostic Center.
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Workshop: Envisioning the Future of MBA Education for Social and Environmental Impact
Over the past 20 years, the Center for Sustainable Global Enterprise has worked to ensure MBA students gain the knowledge and experience they need to be leaders in today's marketplace. As we look ahead, we are reevaluating the future needs and skills essential for students to effectively manage the complex social and environmental issues facing companies in a rapidly evolving global landscape. What are the core skills and tools students need to be prepared to lead on pressing global challenges like climate change and inequality? Join us for an interactive workshop to help shape the future of management education at Cornell.
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Workshop: Introduction to Genealogy Research: Beyond DNA testing
DNA testing can provide clues, but it inevitably raises more questions. This workshop will focus not on DNA, but on DIY genealogy research for answers about ancestors, learning genealogy concepts, methodology, and search techniques for online genealogical resources.
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Back to Class CLE Program: "The 1935 Nazi Nuremberg Laws in Historical and Legal Context"
Immediately upon coming to power in Germany in 1933, Adolf Hitler and his National Socialist German Workers Party—the Nazi Party—embarked on the implementation of the first stage of a systematic program of discrimination against and oppression of Germany's Jewish population, culminating in the formal adoption of the infamous Nuremberg Laws in November 1935. Join Menachem Z. Rosensaft, Adjunct Professor of Law, Cornell Law School as he examines the history and legal context of the Nuremberg Laws, including their relationship with American miscegenation and Jim Crow laws.
Attendees are eligible to receive 1.0 NY CLE credit in the area of Ethics and Professionalism. Attorneys who practice outside New York may be eligible for reciprocal CLE credit. This program is appropriate for in-person transitional and non-transitional attorneys, and for remote non-transitional attorneys.
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Exhibit: Human Sexuality Collection
What’s new with Cornell’s impressive and ever-growing Human Sexuality Collection? Students this year used this special collection to contemplate Sappho, Fauci, Barbie, physique magazines, and disco parties for diverse communities. See the significant objects that today’s students are working with to practice public history and to experience the fun of interpreting historic moments. Co-sponsored by Cornell Pride and open to all. Please keep food and drink outside the room.
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Exhibit: Seeds of Survival and Celebration: Plants and the Black Experience
Join us for a guided tour of this plant display and exhibit that includes dozens of plants that were grown and used by enslaved Africans and their descendants in the Americas. This garden installation and exhibit illustrate the deep connections enslaved Africans in the Americas had with plants that provided medicines, materials, and supplements to their often-meager food rations, and how today the plants provide joy and hope to generations of descendants of the enslaved and enrich the cuisines enjoyed across American society.
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Historical Walking Tour: Olin and Uris Libraries
The tour will trace the history of Uris (1891) and Olin (1961) Libraries from the days of Cornell’s first president, A. D. White, to their current life as a vibrant center for scholarship. Not all portions of this tour are wheelchair accessible.
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Open House: Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research
Please join us for our open house and meet center faculty and staff who are bringing Dr. Urie Bronfenbrenner's work to life. You'll learn about the translational research coming from the center that is contributing to human well-being and improving lives.
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Tour: Cornell Fashion and Textile Collection
Did you know Cornell is the only Ivy League university offering a degree in fashion? Join Director Denise Green for an exclusive tour of Human Ecology’s fashion and textile collection, including more than 10,000 items of apparel used for exhibition, research, and teaching. Separate advance registration is required to reserve your spot! (Limit of 20 people per time slot)
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Tour and Reception: Center for Life Science Ventures, Incubator Facility Tour and Networking Reception
This program will offer attendees an opportunity to tour the center’s Weill Hall company incubator facility. Meet and network with other entrepreneurially inclined alumni, Center for Life Science Ventures and Cornell CAT Staff, current center clients, CAT project awardees, and CEOs/CTOs and management teams of the center’s "graduating classes." This program will be of interest to alumni engaged in or considering investment in early-stage companies, or considering entrepreneurship as a career pathway.
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2:30 PM
Introduction and Walking Tour: Cornell NanoScale Facility (CNF)
The Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility (CNF) is one of the leading nanotechnology facilities in the country. Come and learn about the promise of nanotechnology and Cornell's role in this exciting field. A short talk and video will give an overview of what we do and how we do it. We'll then take a walking tour through Duffield Hall and discuss the tools available to our users. The talk and tour last about one hour. Please note that due to safety concerns, we will not be entering the CNF cleanroom.
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3:00 PM
General Campus Tour
This tour is designed for prospective students and their families and will give you an introduction to Cornell's history, its undergraduate colleges and schools, student life, athletics, and some legend and tradition. The tours are wheelchair accessible and are conducted outdoors. We hold tours rain or shine. In inclement weather, tours may be shortened and/or modified to avoid hazardous conditions.
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Open House: Sigma Nu
Come join your Sigma Nu brothers at 230 Willard Way. Our open houses are a great way to see what's new at Sigma Nu and rekindle relationships with alumni and start new ones as well. All alumni, family and friends are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
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Reunion Feature: Olin Lecture
Fireside chat featuring Andrew Ross Sorkin ’99, award-winning journalist and author, CNBC Squawk Box co-anchor, DealBook founder/editor, and co-creator of the Showtime series "Billions," and Dr. Samantha N. Sheppard, associate professor of cinema and media studies and chair of Cornell’s Department of Performing and Media Arts.
The Olin Lecture was established at Cornell in 1987 through a generous gift from the Spencer T. and Ann W. Olin Foundation. This event is open to all registered Reunion 2024 attendees and members of the Cornell community.Times
3:30 PM
Introduction and Walking Tour: Cornell NanoScale Facility (CNF)
The Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility (CNF) is one of the leading nanotechnology facilities in the country. Come and learn about the promise of nanotechnology and Cornell's role in this exciting field. A short talk and video will give an overview of what we do and how we do it. We'll then take a walking tour through Duffield Hall and discuss the tools available to our users. The talk and tour last about one hour. Please note that due to safety concerns, we will not be entering the CNF cleanroom.
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4:00 PM
Happy Hour: Sigma Pi
Join Sigma Pi brothers for happy hour.
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Mix and Mingle
Join us for an exciting multigenerational social event featuring wine and beer tastings, delicious food, and interactive activities all set to the beats of a live DJ. Have fun with old friends and make new ones while you mix and mingle!
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Open House: Alpha Delta Phi
We encourage you to join us so you can reunite with your class and reminisce about your days living at 777 Stewart Avenue. The house will be open all weekend to all brothers, their families, and friends.
Come troll a stave and drink a measure! The annual Judge Rice ’30 and Fred Johnson ’43 Memorial New York State Wine and Cheese Party will be held in the Solarium at Alpha Delta Phi on Friday, June 7, 2024, from 4:00–6:00 pm. Our host again this year is Tony Johnson ’80. The Sherwoods, an a cappella singing group, will be on premises to serenade us. For more information, contact: Chairman of the Board Ken Growney ’82 at kgrowney@financialguide.com or Alumni President Howie Schaffer ’90 at hbs3@cornell.edu.
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Open House: Kappa Delta Rho
The Beta Chapter welcomes back all alumni for Cornell Reunion. There will be an open house and wine and cheese reception from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 312 Highland Road on both Friday and Saturday. No sign-up, no fee—just come over!
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Open House: Office of Academic Diversity Initiatives (OADI)
Calling all COSEP, OMEA, OADI graduates! Stop in to OADI, meet the team, reconnect with friends, and learn about some of what OADI has been up to. We look forward to reconnecting with you!
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Reception: Cornell Big Red Athletics Reunion
Alumni and friends across all decades and sports are invited to celebrate with Reunion with Big Red Athletics on Tanner Terrace, overlooking Schoellkopf Field. Please register in advance.
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4:30 PM
EAS Lecture and Reception
“A sense of change: community engagement on climate science and climate action using low-cost environmental sensors”
Featured speaker: Toby Ault, Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies for Atmospheric Sciences
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Lab Tour: Systems Engineering Lab
A tour of the Systems Engineering Lab in B05 Carpenter Hall for those who were a part of the student teams Cornell Cup Robotics, Cornell University Sustainable Design, and any other students who have had past experiences in the Systems Engineering Lab. Come join us!
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Reception: Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science
Cornell Bowers CIS alumni from the departments of computer science, information science, and statistics and data science are invited to catch up with other graduates and faculty mentors! Hors d’oeuvres and drinks provided.
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Reception: Materials Science and Engineering Reunion
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4:45 PM
Reception: Class of '69
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5:00 PM
Beta Theta Pi Alumni Wing Bash
Come visit with your fellow Beta alums as we reminisce the good old days over our signature wings! All years are welcome!
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Cocktail Hour/Dinner: Class of '04
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Reception and Dinner: Class of '84
Featuring a whiskey tasting
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Wine and Spirits Tasting: Class of '99
Silver Thread Winery and Finger Lakes Distilling. Registration not required.
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5:30 PM
Reception & Photo: Class of '74
Followed by dinner at Toni Morrison
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6:00 PM
Buffet Chicken Dinner: Sigma Pi
Join us for dinner on the Pi House front porch. Vegan options available.
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Class Dinner: Class of '09
Catered by Cornell Catering
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Dinner: Class of '14
Catered by Dinosaur BBQ
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Dinner: Class of '69
Catered by The Heights Restaurant
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Dinner: Classes of '44, '49, and '54
Enjoy a performance by The Sherwoods, and a conversation with Corey Earle '07.
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Reception: Class of '79
Class photo: 6:40pm
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Reception and Dinner: Class of '99
Catered by Cornell Catering
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Reception and Dinner: Diversity Alumni Programs
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6:30 PM
7:00 PM
Dinner: Class of '89
Ageless Jazz Band supplied tunes.
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Social Gathering: Chi Phi
Stop by Chi Phi to reconnect with alumni from all years. Please reach out to Brian Liebl '10 at bpl32@cornell.edu for additional details and to save your spot. Open to all Chi Phi brothers and their families.
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7:30 PM
Band of Brothers Unplugged: Sigma Pi
Gather on the front porch for socializing. Enjoy a Band of Brothers performance and open mic.
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9:00 PM
Cocktail Party: Sigma Alpha Mu
Come and see our new building and make plans to get together with friends.
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Concert: Cornell University Chorus and Glee Club
Alumni of every generation swell the ranks of the Cornell University Chorus and Glee Club to perform old and new choral favorites. As always, the concert concludes with beloved Cornell songs, for which audience participation is most welcome! Tickets are $20 each and are available for purchase online or at the door.
Additional fee: $20
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Entertainment: Musical Friends and Relaxing Fun, Class of ’69
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Entertainment and Live WVBR Broadcast/Dance Party: Class of '74
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Tent Parties
All registered alumni and their guests are invited to Reunion’s late-night party on the Arts Quad to reconnect with peers and make new friends. Musical entertainment on Friday night features the DJ sounds of Tori Vee, Karaoke with DJ Steven of Washburn Entertainment, and Brownskin Band. On Saturday night, alumni will dance with the Destination Band, Brownskin Band, and DJ Washburn. Tent admittance, food, and beverages are only available to registered alumni and guests wearing Reunion 2024 buttons. No one under the age of 21, including children of alumni (regardless of whether they are accompanied by a parent), will be permitted on the Arts Quad during the Tent Parties, and picture ID may be requested. Non-Reunion-year alumni who wish to visit the Tent Parties may purchase Reunion 2024 buttons at the button sales tent on the Arts Quad on Friday and Saturday, 9:00 p.m.–midnight. There is a flat registration fee of $60 per button. Buttons may also be purchased at the Reunion Information Center at the Tsai Family Atrium, Statler Hall, on Thursday, 2:00–6:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; or at the Alumni Affairs headquarters in the first floor lounge at Robert Purcell Community Center, on Thursday, 2:00–6:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
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9:30 PM
Hang Out at Class HQ: Class of '84
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Ice Cream Social: Class of '79
Hang out with classmates at HQ and enjoy an ice cream treat
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Ice Cream Social: Class of '89
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11:00 PM
11:30 PM
Late Night Food at HQ: Class of '19
Post-game back at HQ
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Saturday, June 08
12:00 AM
7:00 AM
Breakfast: CRC
Join us each morning for a light breakfast at HQs.
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Breakfast: Class of '99
Catered by Cornell Catering
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Breakfast: Classes of '44, '49, '54
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Breakfast: Classes of '44, '49, '54
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Breakfast at HQ: Class of '14
Catered by Panera
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Catered Breakfast: CLAA
Catered by Village Taqueria
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Continental Breakfast: Class of '19
Catering from Panera Bread
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7:30 AM
Breakfast: School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering will hold its annual free breakfast for all CEE alumni (with degrees of BS MEng-Civil and Engineering Management, MS and PhD) and their family members. Please come and enjoy breakfast with CEE faculty and staff and other CEE alumni who have returned to campus. Photographs and memorabilia will be on display. After breakfast, tours of CEE laboratories will be provided upon request.
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8:00 AM
Board Meeting: Alpha Delta Phi
We encourage you to join us so you can reunite with your class and reminisce about your days living at 777 Stewart Avenue. The house will be open all weekend to all brothers, their families, and friends.
For more information, contact: Chairman of the Board Ken Growney ’82 at kgrowney@financialguide.com or Alumni President Howie Schaffer ’90 at hbs3@cornell.edu.
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Breakfast: Applied and Engineering Physics
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Breakfast: CALS
The CALS Alumni Association invites alumni to join us for a complimentary breakfast buffet and the opportunity to meet and hear from Ben Houlton, the Ronald P. Lynch Dean of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, as well as get an update on the work of the alumni association. Registration requested.
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Breakfast: Cornell AAP
Register for Cornell AAP's alumni breakfast and connect with old and new friends in the Green Dragon cafe in Sibley Hall during Reunion weekend!
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Continental Breakfast: Class of '64
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General Body Meeting: CBAA
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RED Talks featuring Classmates: Class of '74
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Reunion 5K
The 5K is a fun run open to alumni and guests of all ages, as well as faculty, staff, and the Ithaca community. While the 5K will be timed, medals will not be awarded. Campus transportation is available before and after the run, as parking availability is limited. This 3.1-mile course will loop through beautiful Cornell Botanic Gardens. Online pre-registration is required. Registration is $25.00, which includes a T-shirt that will be available at the race.
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Reunion Information Center: Robert Purcell Community Center
Alumni from non-Reunion years who are not housed on campus can register at this location, purchase $60 buttons for Tent Parties, and receive general information and assistance.
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Reunion Information Center: Statler Hall
Alumni from non-Reunion years who are not housed on campus can register at this location, purchase $60 buttons for Tent Parties, and receive general information and assistance.
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Save 10% at The Cornell Store Reunion Weekend
Save 10% on almost everything* at The Cornell Store during Reunion weekend! Visit any location of The Cornell Store and tell the cashier “I’m a Cornell alum!” to receive the discount.
View all store locations and hours at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-locations-hours.
*Standard exclusions apply. View standard exclusions at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-policies.
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8:30 AM
Breakfast: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (CBE) alumni
Join CBE for a chance to engage with members of the department and fellow alumni.
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Breakfast: Cornell Human Ecology
Happy Reunion to all our Human Ecology alumni! Join Dean Dunifon for breakfast and an inspiring program to honor our alumni achievement award recipients: Michelle Stuzin Katz '90, the Helen Bull Vandervort Outstanding Alumni Award recipient; and Osei Boateng '18, Recent Alumni Achievement Award recipient. Separate advanced registration is required to reserve your spot!
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Breakfast and College Update: College of Arts and Sciences
Alumni, family, and friends are welcome to attend this Saturday morning casual breakfast event hosted by the College of Arts and Sciences. The event will include a conversation with Jen Maclaughlin, Arts and Sciences director of career development; and Andrew Hicks, the Dale R. Corson House Professor and dean of the Hans Bethe House.
Moderator will be Esther Feng, associate dean of Alumni Affairs and Development for the College of Arts and Sciences.
The panel will offer insight into the current experience for students on campus and will include time for Q&A.
For more information, contact as_events@cornell.edu. Registration is highly encouraged for this free event and includes a full breakfast buffet.
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9:00 AM
Book Signing
Check to see if a former classmate or professor will be signing their book(s) at this event. Please visit The Cornell Store's website starting in May for a list of participating authors.
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Breakfast: Operations Research and Information Engineering
Please join us for our annual Reunion breakfast, for alumni of the School of Operations Research and Information Engineering.
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Breakfast and Dean’s State of the Law School Address with Dean Jens David Ohlin
Reunion Breakfast with Dean Jens David Ohlin and Dean’s State of the Law School Address
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Campus Bus Tour
For those who want to see the campus by bus in the merry company of other alumni, this 45-minute tour is led by a current student tour guide and covers Central Campus, North Campus, and West Campus. The tour also provides fun facts, legends, and glimpses of current campus life.
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Cascadilla Gorge Hike
Join us for this guided hike to learn about the cultural and natural history of the Cascadilla Gorge Trail, the iconic greenway connecting campus with downtown Ithaca. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. The round-trip one mile hike is moderately strenuous and involves some steep stair climbing. Friday hikers have the option to take the #10 TCAT Bus back to campus instead of returning on the trail, but there is no bus service on Saturday.
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Sell Your Vintage Cornell Clothing: Lot 1 Buyback Event
The Cornell Store is partnering with local business, Lot 1 Vintage, to host a vintage clothing buyback at The Cornell Store. Lot 1 is seeking your used Cornell clothing items (sweatshirts, t-shirts, jackets, hats, and more) that were originally purchased prior to 2004. Regardless of condition, your pieces may deserve a new home; tears, fraying, paint blots, or even heavy wear are still acceptable! Bring in your old gear for appraisal June 8 from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at The Cornell Store (main store location) and you may receive cash on the spot in exchange for your items.
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Tour: Botanic Gardens
Enjoy a relaxing guided tour through the Botanic Gardens and discover the beauty and diversity of our numerous themed plant collections. This one-hour tour will highlight the Bowers Rhododendron Collection, Robison Herb Garden, Young Flower Garden, Groundcover Collection, and more. Afterwards, you can browse exhibits in the Nevin Welcome Center.
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9:15 AM
Walking Tour: AAP Galleries with Dean J. Meejin Yoon '95
Explore AAP's Summer Exhibition with Meejin Yoon (B.Arch. '95), the Gale and Ira Drukier Dean of the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning. The tour will feature student work from the Architecture, Art, Planning, Real Estate, and Design Tech departments on display in John Hartell Gallery, the Milstein Hall Dome, the Bibliowicz Family Gallery, Sibley Hallways, the Olive Tjaden Gallery, and the Experimental Gallery, as well as a look at the Mui Ho Fine Arts Library. Please join us!
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9:30 AM
Annual Meeting: Chi Phi
Updates from the active chapter and alumni associations will be presented in person and through a webcast. Please reach out to Brian Liebl '10 at bpl32@cornell.edu for additional details. Open to all Chi Phi brothers.
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Panel: "A Seat at the Table: Women in the C-Suite"
Join us in Sage Hall for a panel hosted by the MBA Class of '99 titled "A Seat at the Table: Women in the C-Suite" featuring:
Jen Dulski: CEO at Rising Team
Kristie Grinnell: CIO at DXC
Yvonne Hsu: CMO at Hill's Pet Nutrition
Ponsi Trivisvavet: CEO of Inari
Moderated by Donna Peters, MBA '99, the panel will cover the career journeys of these four C-suite level alums.
This event is open to all alumni.
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9:45 AM
Tour: Catherwood Library
Join us for a tour of Catherwood Library to see what's new and what has changed since your days at ILR! Departs from ILR's King Shaw Hall.
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10:00 AM
Archival Display: Asian American Studies Program
Public display featuring archival materials that highlight the history of Cornell's Asian American Studies Program
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Canoe Beebe Lake
Paddle around beautiful Beebe Lake in the heart of campus. Cornell Outdoor Education instructors are on hand for the adventure. All equipment is provided, and no experience is necessary. Registration is strongly encouraged. We will take walk-ups if openings are available. $15 per person. Kids 7 and under paddle for free.
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Exhibit: The Beauty of Bonsai
Bonsai is the ancient art of growing and grooming trees in pots for the appreciation of their beauty. This art form, a wonderful merging of art, horticulture, and nature, began at least 1,500 years ago when it captivated the passion of many in Asian countries. Today, bonsai is appreciated throughout the world. This exhibit at the Nevin Welcome Center features a variety of unique trees cultivated by members of the Finger Lakes Bonsai Society, including maple, pine, elm, spruce and juniper.
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Order a Cornell Ring
Visit The Cornell Store’s main store location to view the complete collection of official Cornell class rings from Balfour. The Balfour representative will be onsite to help you determine your ring size, discuss personalization options and to help you place an order.
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Rappelling: Schoellkopf Stadium
Take the scenic (and thrilling) route down from the top of Schoellkopf Stadium, rappelling on a rope! Cornell Outdoor Education instructors are on hand for the adventure. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Space is limited, so preregistration is strongly recommended. We will take walk-ins as we have space. 1/2 hour sessions from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
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10:30 AM
General Campus Tour
This tour is designed for prospective students and their families and will give you an introduction to Cornell's history, its undergraduate colleges and schools, student life, athletics, and some legend and tradition. The tours are wheelchair accessible and are conducted outdoors. We hold tours rain or shine. In inclement weather, tours may be shortened and/or modified to avoid hazardous conditions.
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Reunion Feature: A Conversation with President Martha E. Pollack
Join us for a conversation between Cornell's 14th president and current Cornell students! This event is open to all registered Reunion 2024 attendees and members of the Cornell community. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
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11:00 AM
Alumni Brunch: Sigma Pi
Sponsored by Sigma Pi alumni corp/Ed Foundation. Hear about the state of the undergraduate chapter, the important role of the Ed Foundation, and the launch of the Re-Imagine Sigma Pi Campaign.
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BBQ: Sigma Alpha Mu
Travis is preparing a great luncheon BBQ. Come see our new home and enjoy good food with friends.
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What's New on Campus Tour: Classes of '14 and '19
See Cornell’s new developments with Corey Earle ’07. Begins at the Clara Dickson Hall Tent.
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11:30 AM
Biological and Environmental Engineering (BEE) Reunion gathering
Our gathering will be in the undergraduate lounge of Riley-Robb Hall. We will have a small poster display showcasing some of the latest research from our labs in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (ABEN) and Biological and Environmental Engineering (BEE). ABEN and BEE alumni can enjoy a light lunch while visiting with fellow alumni, and current and former faculty.
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CU for Lunch
Relax and enjoy a quick bite to eat at this air-conditioned, centrally-located, casual eatery. The Terrace Restaurant offers a special price for an all-you-care-to-eat cafeteria-style buffet (one trip through the line), featuring a tapas-style menu that includes sandwiches, salads, side dishes, desserts, and much more.
Inclusive price: $21 for adults; $13 for youth (4–10 years old). Lunch is free for children under 4.
Payments by cash or card are accepted at the door. Pre-registration is not available.
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Dragon Boat Ride to Ithaca Farmer's Market: CAAA
Meet up at Risley Hall
Age Requirement: 16 and up
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Lunch and Class Meeting: Class of '54
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Luncheon: Kappa Alpha Theta
Alumnae and their Reunion companions are invited to lunch at the Theta house. Come meet and catch up with other Thetas, see recent updates to the facility, check out your old room(s) or tour the current house if you didn't get to live there, share stories of your undergrad shenangians, and generally have a good sisterly time! The laid-back Iota House Corporation Annual Meeting will take place during the luncheon.
Questions? Reach out to Traci Nagle (tcn6@cornell.edu) or Lisa DiMeglio Drury (ldrury2006@yahoo.com).
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Tour: Class of '89
Limited space. Sign up and get details at HQ.
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12:00 PM
BBQ Lunch: Class of '69
Catered by Dinosaur BBQ. Performance by The Sherwoods. Class photo at 1:30 p.m.
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Engineering Dean's Reunion Lunch
Engineering alumni and their families are invited to join Lynden Archer, Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering, for lunch and an update on the college.
Pre-registration is required.
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Exhibit: From Nabokov's Net: Nabokov’s Contributions to Butterfly Science & the Cornell University Insect Collection
One of the world’s most celebrated novelists of the 20th century, Vladimir Nabokov was also a devoted lepidopterist. Cornell alumni are invited to explore this fascinating story in a new exhibit in the Mann Library Gallery. During his time as professor of Russian literature at Cornell (1948-1959), Nabokov collected and hand-labelled hundreds of butterfly specimens from across the United States, eventually donating them to the Cornell University Insect Collection (CUIC). In a collaboration between Mann Library and the CUIC, this exhibit features a selection of Nabokov’s extraordinary butterfly collection and celebrates Nabokov’s passion for the study of Lepitoptera as witnessed in his fanciful and scientific butterfly illustrations, his careful taxonomic work, and the insightful scientific theories in butterfly evolution he developed—theories largely dismissed during his lifetime but spectacularly confirmed in recent years.
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Exhibit: No Mere Curios: Finding Nabokov's Lepidopterist Inspiration in the Rare Books of Entomology
In an article written for The New Yorker in 1948, Vladimir Nabokov described vivid childhood memories of his thrilling encounters in a dusty corner of his family’s home with old, and fantastically beautiful natural history tomes of prior centuries. These were works that helped lay the foundation for the modern study of entomology and introduced humankind—including a young Russian boy who would become one of the most consequential novelists of the 20th century—to the mesmerizing beauty of the order Lepidoptera. A new exhibit in the Mann Library lobby introduces a selection of the volumes that guided Nabokov’s lepidopterist interests and helped shape his important contributions towards our current understanding of butterfly diversity and evolution.
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Historical Campus Tour
Designed especially for Reunion weekend, this tour will feature some of Cornell's most iconic and historic spaces and legends: Willard Straight Hall, Old Stone Row, Sage Chapel, A. D. White Library, Arts Quad, and others. It will be led by one of our current and energetic student tour guides. Walking will be moderate and slow, with many picture-taking opportunities.
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12:30 PM
BBQ Lunch: Seal and Serpent
We'd like to welcome our alumni back to the lodge for a cookout with us! Come tour the house, visit your room, check out our master plan, meet actives and friends old and new. Lawn games may also be staged close by so you can eat and play.
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General Campus Tour
This tour is designed for prospective students and their families and will give you an introduction to Cornell's history, its undergraduate colleges and schools, student life, athletics, and some legend and tradition. The tours are wheelchair accessible and are conducted outdoors. We hold tours rain or shine. In inclement weather, tours may be shortened and/or modified to avoid hazardous conditions.
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1:00 PM
AMA Panel: CAAA
An "Ask Me Anything" panel featuring SC Johnson College of Business professors Mao Ye and Xi Yang.
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Ice Cream Social and Lawn Games: Class of '94
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Reception: Catholic Alumni
All Catholic alumni and their friends and family are invited to a reception to meet fellow Catholic Cornellians, renew old friendships, and discuss the current state of Catholic life at Cornell. Learn about the new initiative, COLLIS Institute for Catholic Thought and Culture, founded by Catholic faculty at Cornell in 2022; find out what's happening at the Catholic Community at Cornell; and chat with current Catholic faculty, staff, and students.
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Talk: "Antisemitism, Islamophobia, and Racism Revisited"
For the past decade, Ross Brann, the Milton R. Konvitz Professor of Judeo-Islamic Studies, Stephen H. Weiss Presidential Fellow, has been teaching a course to Cornell undergraduates on the history and intersectionality of antisemitism, Islamophobia, and racism. This past spring, he taught the course at Cornell in Washington, D.C. and took the students to a briefing and discussion at the White House from members of President Biden’s task forces on antisemitism and Islamophobia.
In this talk, Ross will define antisemitism and Islamophobia and briefly discuss the interconnected history of these hatreds before focusing on their manifestation in recent years and since October 7, 2023, including their unfortunate appearance on college campuses. He will also address the ways in which education remains the best vehicle for combatting hate.
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1:30 PM
Allan Hosie Treman '21 Memorial Concert: The Hangovers
Enjoy an alumni performance by The Hangovers, the popular a capella subset of the Cornell Glee Club. The program will include various numbers from The Hangovers repertoire as well as your favorite Cornell songs.
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Big Red Read for Little Cubs
Bring your little cubs to the library booth for storytime and activities celebrating books and reading! Storytimes held every 30 minutes, and create your own story puppets in between!
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Campus Scavenger Hunt: Cornell Outdoor Education
Mix and mingle with fellow alumni and discover fun facts and special places on Cornell's campus. Working in teams of 4–8 people, you’ll complete tasks and earn points, giving you a chance to win some prizes from Cornell Outdoor Education. This scavenger hunt activity is accessible and adaptable for people of all ages and abilities!
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Celebration of Life for Dr. James E. Turner
Join Cornellians and members of Ithaca community for a celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. James E. Turner (1940–2022), a pioneer in the field of Black studies and the founding director of the Africana Studies and Research Center at Cornell University. Cornell is considered the birthplace of Africana Studies, a term Dr. Turner coined to conceptualize the comprehensive studies of the African diaspora and describe the multidisciplinary analysis of the lives and thoughts of people of African ancestry throughout the world. In partnership with the family of Dr. James E. Turner, this event is sponsored by the Cornell Black Alumni Association, Africana Studies and Research Center, and Diversity Alumni Programs.
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“Fun in the Sun” Family Festival
Enjoy events on the Arts Quad for youth of all ages—including appearances by Touchdown the Bear and the Big Red Band, demonstrations by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, ice cream, games, crafts, and more! This event is open to all registered Reunion 2024 attendees and members of the Cornell community.
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Workshop: Introduction to Genealogy Research: Beyond DNA testing
DNA testing can provide clues, but it inevitably raises more questions. This workshop will focus not on DNA, but on DIY genealogy research for answers about ancestors, learning genealogy concepts, methodology, and search techniques for online genealogical resources.
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2:00 PM
Alumni Board Meeting: Sigma Alpha Epsilon
New York Alpha Alumni Association Board Meeting
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Exhibit: Solar Eclipses Across the World
Witnessing a total solar eclipse is one of the most humbling experiences that mother nature has to offer. Watching the sun disappear can be frightening if it comes unexpected and glorious if it unfolds as predicted. The mini-exhibit Solar eclipses across the world: from fear to knowledge showcases materials from Cornell’s Rare and Manuscript Collection, taking us on a 1,800-year journey from the first book that gives prescriptions for how to calculate upcoming eclipses, to the famous book by Copernicus, to photos of the eclipse of 1925 as seen from Cornell.
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Lawn Games: Class of '19
Join a tournament and win prizes, or relax with drinks and snacks.
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Memorial Ceremony: Chi Psi Memorial Garden
Join us for a memorial ceremony in the Chi Psi Memorial Garden.
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Open House: Rare and Manuscript Collections & Kroch Library Asia Collections
Visit Cornell’s rare book and manuscript library to see collection highlights and learn from expert staff about the preservation and classroom use of historically important books and documents. Please note that no food or drinks are permitted in the Rare and Manuscript Division.
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Phabulous Physics Phun Phest
Watch senior lecturer Phil Krasicky MS '75, PhD '80 perform his amazing physics demonstrations, a Reunion weekend favorite. The laws of physics have never been so much "phun." Alumni, family, and friends are invited to view and participate in amazing and educational lecture-demonstrations by physics faculty. Explanations are designed for all ages and hands-on demonstrations will be available. This event is great for both adults and kids.
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Reception: Delta Chi
Come by The Knoll for some food and drinks!
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2:30 PM
Annual Meeting and Reception: Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji)
Annual meeting: 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Fiji alumni reception: 4:00–6:00 p.m.
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Back to Class Program: “Myron Taylor: The Man Nobody Knew”
Myron Taylor was one of the most consequential Americans of the 20th century. In the early part of the century, Taylor dominated American business—first as the czar of the textile industry, and later CEO of U.S. Steel. Thereafter, he served as President Franklin Roosevelt’s “Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary” to the Vatican during World War II. And in that role, Taylor was at the epi-center of eight or nine of the most important geopolitical issues of that era.
You are cordially invited to meet the author, C. Evan Stewart, AB ’74, JD ’77, who will discuss his recently published book, “Myron Taylor: The Man Nobody Knew,” and answer questions about Taylor’s life and times, including his many contributions to Cornell Law School.
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Open House and Reception: Near Eastern Studies Department, Jewish Studies Program, and Religious Studies Program
We welcome all Cornell alumni and their friends and family to come enjoy some light refreshments with faculty from the Near Eastern Studies Department, the Jewish Studies Program, and the Religious Studies program. Join us as we wrap up our celebration of Jewish Studies’ 50th anniversary (2023) and launch the Near Eastern Studies 60th anniversary celebration (2025). Beginning at 3:00 p.m., the Near Eastern Studies chair and the directors of Jewish Studies and Religious Studies will present a brief overview of recent and upcoming events, new initiatives, and recent accomplishments of faculty and students.
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3:00 PM
Band of Brothers Unity World Tour 2024: Sigma Pi
Rock and Roll Tea outdoor concert (indoors if rain) - a classic/progressive rock band featuring alumni brothers (’74-’82) from Sigma Pi. Front porch at 730 University Ave. Open to all reunion attendees
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Open House: Alpha Chi Omega
Alpha Chi Omega alumni and family are invited to visit the house to socialize with sisters on campus for Reunion and to celebrate our sisterhood.
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Open House Party: Delta Gamma
Join DG alumnae for an open house party!
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Open House: Pi Beta Phi
Please join us for light refreshments provided for alumnae and family. We look forward to seeing you!
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Open House: Sigma Nu
Come join your Sigma Nu brothers at 230 Willard Way. Our open houses are a great way to see what's new at Sigma Nu and rekindle relationships with alumni and start new ones as well. All alumni, family and friends are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
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Reception: Delta Tau Delta
Cornell Reunion 2024 x Delta Tau Delta Beta Omicron Chapter. Welcome to all alumni of the chapter!
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Reception: Phi Sigma Kappa
Catch up with your brothers and classmates for light hors d’oeuvres and beverages at the Big White House on the Corner!
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Reception and BBQ: Zeta Psi
Come enjoy some burgers and beer with Brothers and see some of the recent upgrades made to the house. Friends and family welcome.
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Reception to Celebrate Women in Engineering
Join us to celebrate the significant contributions of Engineering women at Cornell, their influence in the global arena, and their legacy for future generations.
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3:30 PM
Open House: Sigma Chi
Open house and refreshments for all Sigma Chi alumni and families at Greystone.
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Open House: WVBR/Cornell Media Guild Studios
Visit the Voice of the Big Red at their new (since 2014) Collegetown studios! Former staff, listeners, or friends of the station are invited to stop by, tour the space, and meet other alumni.
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Reception: Sigma Delta Tau
Sigma Delta Tau Alpha Chapter alumni and their family members are invited to visit the house for light refreshments, house tours, and socializing with classmate sisters and others here for Reunion.
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4:00 PM
Alumni Reception: Cornell in Washington
We invite all participants of Cornell in Washington (CIW), past and present, to join us for a reception at the Willard Straight Music Room (411). Meet our staff and reminisce with fellow CIW participants. View photos from your cohort and hear about the exciting changes happening in CIW. Light refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you!
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Alumni Reception: Sigma Alpha Epsilon
Come join fellow alumni at Hillcrest for a gathering for all alumni classes; light appetizers will be served.
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Annual Meeting and Reception: Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji)
Annual meeting: 2:30–3:30 p.m.
Fiji alumni reception: 4:00–6:00 p.m.
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Celebration of 30th Anniversary of LGBT Resource Center: Pride
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Open House: Chesterton House
Calling all Christian alumni! Join us for an open house at our mini-campus: Chesterton House, a residential Christian study center for students functioning as a Christian College at Cornell. Stop by for fellowship, food, and tours of our growing facility!
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Open House: Kappa Delta Rho
The Beta Chapter welcomes back all alumni for Cornell Reunion. There will be an open house and wine and cheese reception from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 312 Highland Road on both Friday and Saturday. No sign-up, no fee—just come over!
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Open House: Phi Kappa Tau
Reconnect with Phi Taus from over the years, meet some of the undergraduate brothers, and take a tour of the house to see what has changed or stayed the same! There will be plenty of drinks and light bites, so be sure to stop by for a good time and dose of nostalgia.
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Open House: Phi Kappa Tau
Come to the house and mingle with other alumni who were part of our fraternity.
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Reception: Alpha Gamma Rho
Join AGR alumni and active members for drinks and snacks.
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Reception: Alpha Phi
All alumnae, active sisters, and their friends and family are invited to a festive reception. Celebrate 135 years of Alpha Phi at Cornell, and 103 years in our historic chapter house. Come see the latest house improvements, renew old friendships, and make new sisterhood connections.
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Reception: College of Engineering M.Eng.
The College of Engineering will be hosting a reception for M.Eng. alumni.
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Reception: Delta Upsilon
Please join us for appetizers and beverages at Delta Upsilon Fraternity. DU alumni, family, and friends from all classes are invited.
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Reception: Kappa Delta
All KD alumnae along with their family and friends are invited to our reception at the KD House. Explore the house, reminisce with friends, and meet alumnae across the generations. Class pictures will be taken during the reception. The annual KD House Corporation meeting will follow the reception.
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Reception: Kappa Kappa Gamma
Feel free to stop in to connect with Kappa sisters and see updates to the house. Looking forward to seeing you then!
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Reception: Lambda Chi Alpha
Join us at Edgemoor for another fine Reunion. All Omicrons and their guests are welcome to tour the house and hear news from the chapter. We'll have refreshments in the Reading Room, and stories in the gazebo.
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4:30 PM
Reunion Photo: Sigma Pi
Gather on the front porch of the Pi house for our annual Reunion photo.
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5:00 PM
Class Meeting: Class of '19
Grab some drinks and chat with your 2019 class officers.
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Lifetime Membership VIP & Cocktail Reception: CBAA
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5:15 PM
Reunion Group Photo: CBAA
Photos will be made available for download and print after Reunion
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5:30 PM
Reception and Dinner: Class of '54
Bus will leave the Statler at 5:00 p.m.
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Reception and Dinner: Class of '64
Featuring entertainment by the Sherwoods.
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6:00 PM
Alumni Dinner: Sigma Alpha Epsilon
SAE alumni dinner (including spouses and families) at Hillcrest. Registration link coming soon on alumni association website.
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Class Dinner: Class of '09
Catered by Cornell Catering
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Class Dinner: Class of '19
Catering from Taste of Thai
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Dinner: Chi Phi
Stop by Chi Phi to reconnect with alumni from all years. Dinner will be provided. Please reach out to Brian Liebl '10 at bpl32@cornell.edu for additional details and to save your spot. Open to all Chi Phi brothers and their families.
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Dinner: Class of '14
Catered by Cornell Catering
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Dinner: Class of '69
Catered by The Heights Restaurant
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Dinner with Speaker Corey Earle '07: Class of '59
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Reception and Dinner: Class of '99
Catered by Beacon Events. Big Red Band concert at 6:15 p.m., and class photo at 6:30 p.m. Bus transportation will be provided.
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Reunion Gala, Reception, Dinner, & Entertainment: Class of '74
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Sneaker Ball Dinner: CBAA
Formal attire requested
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6:30 PM
Belmont Stakes Viewing: Sigma Pi
Watch the Belmont Stakes live in the Learning Commons.
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Chinese Buffet Dinner: Sigma Pi
Join Pi brothers for Chinese buffet dinner, with vegan options available.
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Optional Dinner: CRC
Optional $35 add-on event as part of registration. Catered by Dinosaur BBQ.
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6:45 PM
Group Photo: Pride
Prints and downloads of group photos will available after Reunion!
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7:00 PM
Group Photo: CLAA
Prints and downloads of group photos will available after Reunion!
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Reunion Group Photo: CAAA
Class/group photos will be made available after Reunion
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Siegel Award Celebration and Dinner: Pride
Each year, Cornell Pride honors exemplary LGBTQIA+ alumni in honor of Steven W. Siegel ’68, who was Cornell Pride’s (then CUGALA) leader of 25+ years. Siegel was the first openly gay recipient of the Frank H.T. Rhodes Award for Exemplary Alumni Service. We continue Siegel’s legacy by recognizing and celebrating those who embody Siegel’s values of service to and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community.
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7:30 PM
Class Photo: Class of '09
Class photos will be made available for download and print after Reunion.
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7:45 PM
Dinner: Class of '89
Live performances by FIL and DJ Washburn
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8:00 PM
Social: Sigma Pi
Join brothers after dinner for more socializing.
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8:45 PM
Reunion Feature: Redstock
Cornell musicians and band members representing a range of alumni classes and groups unite for an epic alumni concert! Jazz, rock, R&B, folk, vocalists—there will be something for everyone. Seating will be limited.
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9:00 PM
Final Ice Cream Social: Class of '69
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Reunion Feature: Cornelliana Night
Join current and alumni members of the Cornell University Chorus and Glee Club to toast those “good ol’ days” on the Hill. Reunion attendance and giving will be recognized.
Due to the popularity of this event, seating in Bailey Hall will be prioritized for 50th–80th Reunion attendees and their registered guests. Tickets must be reserved as part of Reunion registration on or before the May 15 early-bird registration deadline for alumni and registered guests celebrating 50th–80th Reunions. A limited number of Bailey Hall tickets may be available Reunion weekend for alumni and registered guests who could not pre-register. Additional details will be available at class and group headquarters. For those unable to reserve a ticket for Bailey Hall seating, we invite you to join us for a Big Red Livestream Watch Party and sing along at our satellite location at the Alice Statler Auditorium, Statler Hall. This event is open to all registered Reunion 2024 attendees and members of the Cornell community. No tickets are required for the livestream.Times
Tent Parties
All registered alumni and their guests are invited to Reunion’s late-night party on the Arts Quad to reconnect with peers and make new friends. Musical entertainment on Friday night features the DJ sounds of Tori Vee, Karaoke with DJ Steven of Washburn Entertainment, and Brownskin Band. On Saturday night, alumni will dance with the Destination Band, Brownskin Band, and DJ Washburn. Tent admittance, food, and beverages are only available to registered alumni and guests wearing Reunion 2024 buttons. No one under the age of 21, including children of alumni (regardless of whether they are accompanied by a parent), will be permitted on the Arts Quad during the Tent Parties, and picture ID may be requested. Non-Reunion-year alumni who wish to visit the Tent Parties may purchase Reunion 2024 buttons at the button sales tent on the Arts Quad on Friday and Saturday, 9:00 p.m.–midnight. There is a flat registration fee of $60 per button. Buttons may also be purchased at the Reunion Information Center at the Tsai Family Atrium, Statler Hall, on Thursday, 2:00–6:00 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; or at the Alumni Affairs headquarters in the first floor lounge at Robert Purcell Community Center, on Thursday, 2:00–6:00 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
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9:30 PM
Hang Out at Class HQ: Class of '84
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Ice Cream Social: Class of '89
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10:00 PM
Ice Cream & Entertainment: Class of '74
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11:00 PM
11:30 PM
Late Night Food at HQ: Class of '19
Post-game back at HQ
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Sunday, June 09
12:00 AM
After Hours at HQ: Class of '09
Catered by Cornell Catering
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7:00 AM
Breakfast: CRC
Join us each morning for a light breakfast at HQs.
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Breakfast: Classes of '44, '49, '54
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Breakfast at HQ: Class of '14
Catered by Panera
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7:30 AM
Breakfast: Class of '74
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Grab and Go Breakfast at HQ: Class of '09
Catered by Cornell Catering
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8:00 AM
Continental Breakfast: Class of '64
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Farewell Breakfast: Class of '99
Catered by Cornell Catering
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8:30 AM
Grab and Go Breakfast at HQ: Class of '19
Catering from Panera Bread
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9:00 AM
Breakfast: Quill and Dagger Society
This breakfast meeting is for members only. RSVP to Susan Detzer at sld6@cornell.edu.
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10:00 AM
Archival Display: Asian American Studies Program
Public display featuring archival materials that highlight the history of Cornell's Asian American Studies Program
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Brunch: Sigma Alpha Mu
Don't leave Ithaca before getting a last meal at our new Sammy house. Make plans to see old friends in the future.
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Order a Cornell Ring
Visit The Cornell Store’s main store location to view the complete collection of official Cornell class rings from Balfour. The Balfour representative will be onsite to help you determine your ring size, discuss personalization options and to help you place an order.
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Save 10% at The Cornell Store Reunion Weekend
Save 10% on almost everything* at The Cornell Store during Reunion weekend! Visit any location of The Cornell Store and tell the cashier “I’m a Cornell alum!” to receive the discount.
View all store locations and hours at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-locations-hours.
*Standard exclusions apply. View standard exclusions at: https://www.cornellstore.com/store-policies.