The Alumnae Association warmly welcomes the classes ending in 3s and 8s back to campus for Reunion 2023. 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.
We will be continuing to update the Reunion schedule throughout the registration period.
Thu, May 18, 2023 12pm to 6pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet.
Thu, May 18, 2023 3pm to 6pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet. Classes of 2013, 2003, 1998, 1988, 1983 and 1973. Loyalty classes of 1953, 1948 and 1943 check in at the...
Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room
Thu, May 18, 2023 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
Thu, May 18, 2023 3:45pm to 5pm
Reception to be held on the front lawn of Mary Woolley Hall directly after the Welcome New Alum Ceremony. Rain location: Chapin Auditorium in Mary Woolley Hall
Thu, May 18, 2023 5pm to 6pm
Class presidents and reunion chairs meet to discuss the events for the weekend.
Fri, May 19, 2023 9am to 9pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet. Classes of 2013, 2003, 1998, 1988, 1983 and 1973. Loyalty classes of 1953, 1948 and 1943 check in at the...
Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room
Fri, May 19, 2023 9am to 9pm
Visit the lobby of the Willits-Hallowell Center to receive your check-in packet: Classes of 1953, 1948 and 1943.
Fri, May 19, 2023 12pm to 1pm
A special lunch and social space for seniors and their guests. Alums welcome! Jumma Prayer will be conducted around 1:00 pm by the Muslim Chaplain.
Fri, May 19, 2023 1pm to 1:45pm
A stimulating series of lectures and discussions. Classes are led by Mount Holyoke faculty and staff. Open to all alums, students and guests.
Fri, May 19, 2023 1pm to 4pm
Take a campus walking tour with student tour guides, departing from the Office of Admission at either 1 pm or 2:30 pm. Tours last approximately 75 minutes, and no registration is necessary to...
Fri, May 19, 2023 2pm to 5pm
Visit and discover the former Mount Holyoke dorm with a special exhibit of dorm rooms as the may have appeared in the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60s.
Fri, May 19, 2023 2:30pm to 3:30pm
Come hear updates on the College in a presentation led by Interim President of Mount Holyoke College Beverly Daniel Tatum.
Fri, May 19, 2023 3pm to 4pm
A multifaith and spiritual ceremony for seniors. Alums welcome!
Fri, May 19, 2023 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 19, 2023 4pm to 4:45pm
A stimulating series of lectures and discussions. Classes are led by Mount Holyoke faculty and staff. Open to all alums, students and guests.
Fri, May 19, 2023 4pm to 5pm
Connect with nature on a guided walk led by Alison Costello, Botanic Garden Horticulturist during which she'll focus on many native and pollinator plants in the Botanic Garden's outdoor gardens....
Fri, May 19, 2023 5pm to 8:30pm
Join alums from all decades for dinner in the Community Center Dining Commons.
Fri, May 19, 2023 5pm to 6pm
For seniors and guests. Alums welcome!
Fri, May 19, 2023 8pm to 9pm
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...
Fri, May 19, 2023 8pm to 9pm
Reception held for Cornerstone Society and Mary Lyon Society members and their guests.
Fri, May 19, 2023 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...
John Payson Williston Observatory
Sat, May 20, 2023 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, 240 Ferry St, South Hadley, MA 01075
Sat, May 20, 2023 6:30am to 9am
Join alums from all decades for breakfast in the Community Center Dining Commons.
Community Center, Dining Commons
Sat, May 20, 2023 7am to 8am
One of the most alluring aspects of campus is the trees that envelop the gardens and grounds in an ever-changing mantle. Join Botanic Garden Director & Curator Tom Clark for a walking tour, during...
Sat, May 20, 2023 8am to 12pm
Visit the New York Room in Mary Woolley Hall to receive your check-in packet. Classes of 2013, 2003, 1998, 1988, 1983 and 1973. Loyalty classes of 1953, 1948 and 1943 check in at the...
Mary Woolley Hall, New York Room
Sat, May 20, 2023 8am to 12pm
Visit the lobby of the Willits-Hallowell Center to receive your check-in packet: Classes of 1953, 1948 and 1943.
Sat, May 20, 2023 8:30am to 8:45am
Please begin lining up no later than 8:45 am 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 walk...
Sat, May 20, 2023 9am
The Laurel Parade, which marks the transition from MHC student to alum, is one of the College’s most moving traditions. It traces back to 1900, when graduating seniors paid homage to Mount Holyoke...
Mary Woolley Hall, Woolley Circle
Sat, May 20, 2023 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 20, 2023 10:15am to 11:30am
In celebration of 151 years of tradition and success, Mount Holyoke College alums, graduating seniors and guests gather to honor the past and welcome the future.
Sat, May 20, 2023 11:30am to 1pm
For alums, seniors, families and guests. Preregistration required.
Sat, May 20, 2023 12pm to 3pm
Purchase new and used athletic gear at great prices! Take a piece of Mount Holyoke home with you!
Sat, May 20, 2023 1pm to 2pm
Join the Botanic Garden Greenhouse Supervisor Jessie Blum to create one-of-a-kind botanical sun prints using light sensitive paper! You provide the creativity, we’ll supply everything else...
Sat, May 20, 2023 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Tour available on a first come, first served basis.
Mount Holyoke College Art Museum, Lobby
Sat, May 20, 2023 2pm to 3pm
Senior dance majors and minors perform original choreography.
Sat, May 20, 2023 2pm to 3pm
What could make the Green Heart of Campus greener? As it turns out, plenty! Join Botanic Garden Director & Curator Tom Clark for a tour during which he’ll highlight the many ways in which the...
Sat, May 20, 2023 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.
Sat, May 20, 2023 4pm to 5pm
Join for this afternoon celebration for seniors in the Catholic Community.
Sat, May 20, 2023 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 21, 2023 7am to 10am
Join alums from all decades for breakfast in the Community Center Dining Commons.
Community Center, Dining Commons
Sun, May 21, 2023 7am 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...
Sun, May 21, 2023 7am to 11am
For any alums and guests staying at Willits-Hallowell Center. Registration wallet must be turned in by 11 am at the front desk.
Sun, May 21, 2023 8:30am to 9:30am
The Botanic Garden’s outdoor gardens are amongst the most beautiful and intimate on campus. From towering trees to native woodland gems, the various gardens display a botanical richness that rivals...
Sun, May 21, 2023 10:30am
The College’s 186th commencement ceremony. Tickets are required for field house seating and are limited to seniors and their families. Every graduating student and students participating in the...
