The Alumnae Association warmly welcomes the classes ending in 2s and 7s, plus 1970, 2020 and Frances Perkins Scholars, back to campus for Reunion 2022. Whether you are looking to stay busy with activities throughout the entire weekend, or wish to relax and reminisce with friends, Reunion Weekend is yours to enjoy. Explore the schedule below to find class-specific events and traditional Reunion experiences, including the Laurel Parade, the Alumnae Association Annual Meeting and Back-to-Class sessions.
Thu, May 19, 2022 3pm to 6pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet. Class of 1972 can check in at 12:00 PM
Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room
Thu, May 19, 2022 3:30pm to 4pm
The Alumnae Association and the 50th reunion class welcome graduating seniors into the worldwide alum community. During the ceremony, the 50th class presents the graduating class with scarves in...
Mary Woolley Hall, Chapin Auditorium
Fri, May 20, 2022 7:30am to 9am
Join alums from all classes for breakfast in the Community Center, Dining Commons
Community Center, Dining Commons
Fri, May 20, 2022 9am to 9pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet.
Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room
Fri, May 20, 2022 1pm to 1:45pm
Fruit Flies and Neurodegenerative Disorders: What Can the Fruit Fly Tell Us about Human Disease? Kenneth Colodner, Assistant Professor of Neuroscience and Behavior The fruit fly is more than just...
Fri, May 20, 2022 1pm to 1:45pm
Learning Art History at Mount Holyoke, 1872/2022 Jessica Maier, Associate Professor of Art History; Chair of Art History This year marks the 150th anniversary of the first art history course...
Fri, May 20, 2022 1pm to 5pm
The Fimbel Maker & Innovation Lab is Mount Holyoke College's 8,000-square-foot maker space. From woodworking, sewing, and 3D printing, to laser cutting, electronics, and metalwork, the Fimbel Lab's...
Fri, May 20, 2022 1pm to 2pm
Demonstration with tea masters from Urasenke Boston. Preregistration required; sign up at the reunion check-in desk in Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room.
Fri, May 20, 2022 2pm to 5pm
Sycamores, the 1788 home of Colonel Ruggles Woodbridge, was a dormitory from 1915–1972, and home to 800 Mount Holyoke sophomores. You will see the silk embroidery made by Sophie Morgan of South...
Fri, May 20, 2022 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Demonstration with tea masters from Urasenke Boston. Preregistration required; sign up at the reunion check-in desk in Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room.
Fri, May 20, 2022 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Come hear updates on the College in a presentation led by Mount Holyoke President Sonya Stephens.
Mount Holyoke College Art Museum, Gamble Auditorium
Fri, May 20, 2022 4pm to 5pm
Relive your choral “heydays” by participating in this fun, laid-back rehearsal with current Mount Holyoke singers! We will prepare a piece that will then be sung as part of the Commencement Concert...
Fri, May 20, 2022 4pm to 5:30pm
The Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will lead a discussion on the importance of cultivating inclusive and affirming spaces for members of the Mount Holyoke community. The discussion will...
Fri, May 20, 2022 4pm to 4:45pm
The Science of Evil: How the Circuits in our Brain Determine the Decisions We Make Jared Schwartzer, Associate Professor of Psychology and Education; Chair of Neuroscience and Behavior Advances in...
Fri, May 20, 2022 4pm to 5pm
Demonstration with tea masters from Urasenke Boston. Preregistration required; sign up at the reunion check-in desk in Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room.
Fri, May 20, 2022 5pm to 6pm
For alums , seniors and guests.
Eliot House, Eliot House Lounge
Fri, May 20, 2022 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Enjoy dinner with alums from all decades!
Community Center, Dining Commons
Fri, May 20, 2022 8pm to 9:30pm
The Commencement Concert features graduating senior soloists and instrumentalists, as well as performances by the Commencement Choir, the Vocal Jazz seniors and the choral ensemble seniors. Alums...
Abbey Memorial Chapel, Main Chapel
Fri, May 20, 2022 8pm to 9pm
Reception held for Cornerstone Society and Mary Lyon Society members and their guests. Rain Location: Kendade Atrium
Fri, May 20, 2022 9pm to 10pm
The John Payson Williston Observatory is the oldest academic building on campus. Originally built in 1881 and continuously upgraded over the years, it remains a state-of-the-art facility. Join Tom...
Williston Observatory, Observatory
Sat, May 21, 2022 6:30am to 7:30am
Get ready to have fun and row! Alums, rowing friends, partners and children are welcome. You will be done in time for parade lineup.
Mount Holyoke Community Boathouse
Sat, May 21, 2022 6:30am to 8:30am
Join classmates from all the decades.
Sat, May 21, 2022 7am to 8am
One of the most alluring aspects of campus are the trees that envelop the grounds in an ever-changing mantle. Join the Botanic Garden Director and Curator Tom Clark for a walking tour, during which...
Talcott Greenhouse, Greenhouse
Sat, May 21, 2022 8am to 4pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet.
Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room
Sat, May 21, 2022 8:45am to 9am
Please begin lining up no later than 8:45 a.m. and don’t forget your white clothes! Parade will take place rain or shine — clear ponchos will be provided in case of rain. Marchers not wishing to...
Mary Woolley Circle, Mary Woolley Circle
Sat, May 21, 2022 9am to 2:30pm
Plants from the gardens and greenhouse are available, with proceeds to benefit the Botanic Garden.
Talcott Greenhouse, Greenhouse
Sat, May 21, 2022 9am to 9:45am
While the Springfield Kiltie Band plays, loyalty class members in antique cars will lead the parade, followed by alum classes, alum relatives, and the class of 2022 carrying the laurel chain....
Sat, May 21, 2022 9:45am to 10am
Seniors weave laurel around Mary Lyon's Grave and sing "Bread & Roses," marking the transition from Mount Holyoke student to Mount Holyoke alum.
Sat, May 21, 2022 10:15am to 11:30am
In celebration of 150 years of tradition and success, Mount Holyoke College alums, graduating seniors and guests gather to honor the past and welcome the future.
Mary Woolley Hall, Chapin Auditorium
Sat, May 21, 2022 11:30am to 1pm
For alums, families and guests. Alumnae Association Presents Activities on the Green for Kids of all ages. During the Community lunch on Skinner Green stop by to get your face painted by an...
Skinner Green, Skinner Green Tent
Sat, May 21, 2022 12pm to 3pm
Purchase new and used athletic gear at great prices! Take a piece of Mount Holyoke home with you! Cash or check payments only.
Kendall Sports & Dance Complex, Mildred S. Howard Gymnasium
Sat, May 21, 2022 1pm to 5pm
The Fimbel Maker & Innovation Lab is Mount Holyoke College's 8,000-square-foot maker space. From woodworking, sewing, and 3D printing, to laser cutting, electronics, and metalwork, the Fimbel Lab's...
Sat, May 21, 2022 1pm to 3pm
For LGBTQ alums and guests.
Jeannette Marks Cultural Center
Sat, May 21, 2022 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Register for the May 21st tour. Register for the May 28th tour.
Mount Holyoke College Art Museum
Sat, May 21, 2022 2pm to 3pm
Senior dance majors and minors perform original choreography. Reception to follow in Streeter Lounge.
Kendall Sports & Dance Complex, Main Dance Studio/Theater
Sat, May 21, 2022 2pm to 4:30pm
Reconnect with former professors and visit department offices.
Sat, May 21, 2022 2pm to 3pm
Alum rowers and friends of Mount Holyoke rowing are invited to reconnect and hear about what is new with the College's rowing program.
Kendall Sports & Dance Complex
Sat, May 21, 2022 2pm to 5pm
Sycamores, the 1788 home of Colonel Ruggles Woodbridge, was a dormitory from 1915–1972, and home to 800 Mount Holyoke sophomores. You will see the silk embroidery made by Sophie Morgan of South...
Sat, May 21, 2022 2:30pm to 4pm
Mount Holyoke College Art Museum
Sat, May 21, 2022 3pm to 4pm
A reception to honor all of the 2022 award recipients. Invitation only.
Willits-Hallowell Conference Center
Sat, May 21, 2022 3pm to 5pm
Jeannette Marks Cultural Center
Sat, May 21, 2022 4pm to 5pm
Join Sr. Annette McDermott, Catholic chaplain to the College, for this afternoon mass celebrating seniors, guests, and those seeking to meet their weekly obligations.
Sat, May 21, 2022 10pm to 11pm
This glowing, ethereal nighttime celebration on Lower Lake dates back to 1911. Twelve canoes of seniors navigate the water, illuminated by paper lanterns in formations choreographed to the lineup...
Sun, May 22, 2022 7am to 8:30am
Join Fred Baumgarten, Mount Holyoke staff member and birder, for a walk around the Upper Lake to see and hear the birds arriving for springtime.
Talcott Greenhouse, Greenhouse
Sun, May 22, 2022 8:30am to 9:30am
Talcott Greenhouse, Botanic Garden
Sun, May 22, 2022 9am to 10am
All registered attendees of Reunion 2022 are invited to an Alum Listening Session during Reunion brought to you by the Presidential Search Committee. To lay the foundation for the search for the...
Sun, May 22, 2022 10:30am to 1pm
Tickets are required for field house seating and are limited to seniors and their families.
Kendall Sports & Dance Complex
Sun, May 22, 2022 11am to 11am
For any alums and guests staying at Willits-Hallowell Conference Center. Registration wallet must be turned in by 11 a.m. at the front desk.
Willits-Hallowell Conference Center
Sun, May 22, 2022 12pm to 12pm
Please check out of your room and dorm by noon. Leave your registration wallet, including dorm access OneCard(s) and room key(s) with name/dorm identification card, with the student staff members...