Alumni Weekend Schedule

Alumni Weekend 2025 Schedule

Thursday, June 5 through Sunday, June 8, 2025

Preliminary Schedule - Last updated April 16, 2025

Please note that this schedule is preliminary and subject to change. This schedule will be updated with reunion activities and a wide variety of other campus events as Alumni Weekend approaches.

ContinuEd Session: Feed your desire for lifelong learning with lectures, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions from our esteemed faculty, staff, and alumni.

Student Spotlight: Connect with current CMC students and organizations to experience campus life today.

Exclusive Alumni Perks: Your registration pass includes access to the Alumni Club with live music, refreshments at the Milestone Bar, all ContinuEd Sessions and Student Spotlights, receptions prior to Friday and Saturday dinners, campus tours, access to Roberts Pavilion for recreational activities, Monte Carlo night, and more.

Event Shuttle: If you’re staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Claremont, a complimentary shuttle will take you to and from campus. The shuttle will run on a scheduled loop between the hotel and Kravis Center all day Friday and Saturday and Sunday morning. The schedule will be posted in your Welcome Book that you will receive upon check in.

Mobility Assistance: There will be limited golf carts and drivers available on Friday and Saturday to assist guests around campus. There is no set schedule for this, so please check in with a staff member for assistance.

Childcare: Due to liability restrictions, we are unable to provide childcare over Alumni Weekend. We encourage you to explore other options so that you can celebrate with us!

Thursday, June 5

3:00 to 8:00 p.m.	Registration and Dorm Check In Alumni Club - Gann Quadrangle, South Side Check in and receive your room assignment, dorm room key and reunion schedule. Then, get excited for the thrill-a-minute weekend that lies ahead of you!
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.	The Road Trip Early Arrival Reception Alumni Club - Gann Quadrangle, South Side Welcome back to Claremont! Drop in upon your arrival and join fellow CMC alumni for welcome appetizers and beverages, strike up a conversation, and make connections. Additional registration required.

Friday, June 6

7:00 to 8:30 a.m.	Rise and Shine Coffee and Tea Outside of Collins Dining Hall Attention early risers! Stop by and grab a cup of coffee or tea to kickstart your day.
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.	Open Exercise Roberts Pavilion, Nakasone Family Fitness Center Enjoy the state-of-the-art equipment and beautiful views that Roberts Pavilion has to offer.
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.	Alumni Club Gann Quadrangle, South Side For all of our VIP guests – you! The Alumni Club is reserved for your exclusive use over the weekend. Check in, register, connect with classmates, visit the Milestone Bar, and relax with refreshments while you discover the various programming offered throughout the weekend.
8:30 to 10:00 a.m.	Kickoff Breakfast Collins Dining Hall Meet up with friends both old and new as you get the weekend started off right with a breakfast buffet and beverages. Additional registration required.
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.	Alumni Association Annual Meeting Davidson Lecture Hall Curious about the inner workings of the Alumni Association or would like to become more involved in the alumni community? All alumni are welcome to join CMCAA President Antoine Grant ’07 to learn more about Alumni Association activities.
9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.	CMC Supply Shop The Hub Patio Come stock up on CMC swag at the Supply Shop pop-up – we have items for all ages and styles! No cash accepted, credit card or Apple Pay only.
10:00 to 10:50 a.m.	ContinuEd Session: Professor Angela Vossmeyer Kravis 102 Angela Vossmeyer is the Rothacker Family Associate Professor of Economics and George R. Roberts Fellow at Claremont McKenna College and a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research. Professor Vossmeyer’s research interests include: econometrics, financial economics, and economic history. Join us for an engaging discussion as professor Vossmeyer delves into a subject that plays a crucial role in shaping our society.
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.	Campus Tour Meet at the Alumni Club Join John Faranda ’79, ambassador-at-large, on a walking tour of the CMC campus. Explore the latest additions and revisit past landmarks to see what has changed since your days as a student.
11:00 to 11:50 a.m.	ContinuEd Session: “Stress, Health and Resilience: What Can Toddlers Teach Us?” with Professor Stacey Doan Kravis 164 In this talk, Dr. Doan will explore the fascinating insights that toddlers offer into the relationships between stress, health and resilience. By examining how young children respond to and recover from stress and making comparative analyses with adults, we uncover key principles of resilience that can inform strategies for enhancing well-being throughout life.
12:00 to 1:30 p.m.	Back to the Ath Lunch and Discussion: “Seeing the World in a Funhouse Mirror (and How to Look Away)” with Professor Paul Hurley Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum, Eggert Dining Room The default accounts of how to decide what we should do that are provided by philosophy, economics, and public policy alienate us from good reasons for acting and the values they reflect, require us to manipulate others as well as ourselves, and lead us to deep inauthenticity in our interactions – to acting and interacting for bad reasons. Join Paul Hurley for a lively discussion as he draws upon examples in politics (democracy), law (torts), and everyday life (friends, lying) to make vivid the corrosive effects of these accounts on who we are and what we value, and demonstrate that once we are aware of the threat, we have a readily available strategy for avoiding it. Additional registration required.
1:30 to 4:30 p.m.	Afternoon Throwback Snack Location TBD Come enjoy some mid-day goodies! Swing by for iced or hot coffee from local vendor Coffee Cart Boys, and enjoy a nostalgic treat from The Donut Man – perfect for your afternoon pick-me-up.
2:00 to 2:50 p.m.	ContinuEd Session: “Is ChatGPT Conscious, and How Would We Know If It Were?” with Professor Amy Kind Kravis 102 Users call upon AI assistants like ChatGPT to help with meal planning, diagnose car problems, summarize dense readings, write emails (and, alas, also papers), and so much more. But does it mind doing these tasks? Is it happy? In 2022, Google engineer Blake Lemoine made headlines when he claimed that Google’s LaMDA AI was sentient, and although many others disagreed, the possibility of AI consciousness grows ever nearer with each new development. But what does it mean for an AI to be conscious, and how could we test for it? Join Amy Kind, Russell K. Pitzer Professor of Philosophy and Director of the Gould Center, in a conversation about these fascinating and timely issues.
2:00 to 2:50 p.m.	ContinuED Session: Scotch, Chocolate and Giving Roberts Hall North 15 Join the Annual Giving and Planned Giving teams to enjoy some of the tastiest things life has to offer! Come ready to listen and learn about four scotch and chocolate pairings that correlate with the richness and complexity of charitable giving options.
2:00 to 4:00 p.m.(Drop-in hours)	College Connection: Career Drop-In with The Soll Center for Student Opportunity The Soll Center for Student Opportunity Are you trying to clarify your career goals? Are you thinking about a career pivot or applying to graduate school? Do you have opportunities to share with current students? Come into the Soll Center to meet with one of our career coaches!
3:00 to 3:50 p.m.	CMS Athletics Alumni Reception Roberts Pavilion, Colorado Terrace Join fellow Athena and Stag alumni for light refreshments and reminisce about the “glory days” of playing for CMS.
3:00 to 4:30 p.m.	Athenaeum Tea Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum, North Patio Join us for this long-standing CMC tradition at the Ath! Enjoy chocolate covered strawberries, Rice Krispies Treats, and great conversation.
3:00 to 5:00 p.m.	Self-Guided Tours of the Robert Day Sciences Center Robert Day Sciences Center Drop in between these hours for a sneak-preview of the brand new Robert Day Sciences Center, home of the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences! Opening in the fall, this self-guided tour of Level One will offer a preview of this remarkable addition to campus, recently named one of the “Ten significant U.S. architecture projects” of 2025. Please note, long pants and closed-toe shoes are required to take part in this tour.
4:00 to 4:50 p.m.	ContinuED Session: “The Randall Lewis Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Opportunities for Engagement” Freeberg Forum, Kravis Center Lower Court If your post-CMC pursuits have involved business, innovation, or entrepreneurship, we’d like to connect with you! We’ll provide an update on the programs and initiatives of the Randall Lewis Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (and an introduction, for some). Most of our offerings engage alumni; we’ll discuss several ways you can get involved!
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.	Alumni Weekend Class Committee Volunteer Reception Crown Hall Lounge To all of our Alumni Weekend Class Committee volunteers, please join us for this special thank you reception – we would not be here without you! By invitation only.
5:00 to 6:30 p.m.	CMC Uncorked: Alumni Vineyard Wine Tasting “Qwalala” by Pae White SC’85, Mid Quad Reconnect with friends and toast to college memories under the setting California sun at our fabulous wine tasting featuring wines from CMC alumni-owned and affiliated vineyards. Additional registration required.
6:30 to 7:15 p.m.	Welcome Reception Alumni Club - Gann Quadrangle, South Side We are rolling out the maroon carpet for all of our esteemed guests! This reception will offer a selection of specialty beverages as we prepare for your celebration dinner.
7:15 to 9:00 p.m.	Celebration Dinner Gann Quadrangle Enjoy a buffet feast at the traditional “all class” reunion dinner. Additional registration required.
9:00 to 10:00 p.m.	After Dinner Lounge Alumni Club - Gann Quadrangle, South Side Relax and unwind in the Alumni Club lounge after a full day.
9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.	After Hours at the DoubleTree by Hilton Claremont/PianoPiano 555 W. Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711 Unwind from a busy day at the DoubleTree bar and lounge until 10:00 pm. If you are looking to keep the fun going, DoubleTree guests can enjoy free entry to the adjoining dueling piano bar, PianoPiano, until 1:00 am. No host.

Saturday, June 7

7:00 to 8:30 a.m.	Rise and Shine Coffee and Tea Outside of Collins Dining Hall Attention all early risers! Stop by to grab a perfect cup of coffee to kickstart your day.
7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Open Exercise Roberts Pavilion, Nakasone Family Fitness Center Enjoy the state-of-the-art equipment and beautiful views that Roberts Pavilion has to offer.
8:30 to 10:00 a.m.	Res Publica Society Brunch Roberts Pavilion, 2nd floor Terrace By invitation only.
8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.	Alumni Club Gann Quadrangle, South Side For all of our VIP guests – you! The Alumni Club is reserved for your exclusive use over the weekend. Check in, register, connect with classmates, visit the Milestone Bar and relax with refreshments while you discover the various programming offered throughout the weekend.
8:15 to 9:15 a.m.	Breakfast at Bauer Bauer Center South, East Entrance Grab a bite to eat before heading into Pickford Auditorium for a morning discussion. Enjoy a selection of breakfast fare, coffees, and teas featuring local Claremont favorites like Some Crust Bakery and The Donut Man – you won’t want to miss this! Additional registration required.
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.	CMC Supply Shop The Hub Patio Come stock up on CMC swag at the Supply Shop pop-up – we have items for all ages and styles! No cash accepted, credit card or Apple Pay only.
9:15 to 10:15 a.m.	Campus Tour Meet at the Alumni Club Join John Faranda ’79, ambassador-at-large, on a walking tour of the CMC campus. Explore the latest additions and revisit past landmarks to see what has changed since your days as a student.
9:15 to 10:15 a.m.	ContinuEd Session: “Partisan Consumers: How Our Spending Responds to Politics” with Professor Cameron Shelton Bauer Center South, Pickford Auditorium Americans engage with politics emotionally, rooting for their side, thrilling to victory and depressed by defeat. We carry these emotions with us into other activities, including the decisions we make as consumers. Looking at data from the past twenty years in concert with a novel online experiment, Professor Shelton demonstrates this link and points to a specific psychological mechanism.
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Pickup Basketball Roberts Pavilion, Ali Mirza ’15 Recreational Court Put on your sneakers and head over to Roberts Pavilion to join a team for a lively pickup game.
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.	Pickleball Open Play Pickleball Courts, Center Court Pickleball has quickly become the nation’s favorite sport! Come see what all the fuss is about and put your ping pong/tennis/badminton skills to the test.
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	The Next Big Steps for CMC with President Hiram E. Chodosh Bauer Center South, Pickford Auditorium What are the major challenges and opportunities of our time, both beyond and within higher education? What are CMC’s core strategies and key priorities in response? Join President Chodosh in this interactive forum to learn more about the next big steps for CMC and how we continue to contribute to the promise of our shared future.
12:00 to 2:00 p.m.	Stagapalooza California Cookout Gann Quadrangle Enjoy live music and a delicious lunch featuring the In-N-Out truck, a California institution! Play lawn games, soak up the sun, and enjoy sweet treats – it’s fun for all ages! Additional registration required.
12:30 to 1:45 p.m.	50 Years Later: Lessons from Campus and Beyond Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum, Eggert Dining Room Join the class of 1975 as they host a special lunch in honor of their 50th reunion. Delight in a delicious buffet and engage with a distinguished panel featuring Len Apcar ’75, Bill Cramer ’75, David Doss ’75 and David Drier ’75. Moderated by Harry McMahon ’75, the conversation will reflect on their experiences at CMC and the lasting lessons they’ve carried into the world beyond. Additional registration required.
12:30 to 2:00 p.m.	Craft Brew Review Beer Garden, Gann Quadrangle During Stagapalooza stroll from station to station to sample delicious craft beers, with flavors that range from the traditional to the eclectic. Your taste buds will be hopping! Under 21 not admitted. Additional registration required.
1:30 to 3:30 p.m.	ROTC Target Shoot and Open House Bauer Center South, Lower Level Practice your sharp¬shooting skills with a lesson from members of the Army ROTC.
2:00 to 2:50 p.m.	ContinuEd Session: “Creating an Amazing and Crazy Dream and Following It” with Jennie Jackson Werner SC’81 Roberts Hall North 15 In 1989, Jennie Jackson Werner (Scripps ’81) and her husband Derek (CMC ’80) left behind successful careers to join the U.S. Army, embarking on an extraordinary journey that included media tours, intelligence training, and international service. As fluent linguists and public relations ambassadors, they brought visibility to the Married Army Couples Program. Jennie went on to serve 26.5 years as a military intelligence officer, with assignments across the globe, retiring in 2015. Join Jennie as she shares insights from her remarkable military career and reflects on how her military service shaped her leadership, resilience, and deep appreciation for global cultures.
2:00 to 3:00 p.m.	Innertube Water Polo/Free Swim Roberts Pavilion, Axelrood Aquatics Center Ready to make a splash? Grab some teammates, hop into an innertube and get ready to show off your skills and make waves! If you’re not in the mood for competition, you can still join in the fun by enjoying a relaxing free swim.
3:00 to 3:50 p.m.	Alumni of Color Reception Reception Patio – Gann Quadrangle, North Side You’re invited to a special reception to celebrate diversity at CMC. Join alumni, faculty and staff for a meaningful gathering to reconnect, celebrate our shared experiences, and strengthen our community. All are welcome – we hope to see you there! Hosted by the Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement and the CMC Alumni Association.
3:00 to 3:50 p.m.	ContinuEd Session: “From CMC to the New York Times” with Michael Shear '90 Freeberg Forum, Kravis Center Lower Court Join Michael Shear ’90 as he traces his journalistic journey from Claremont McKenna College to The New York Times. A veteran political reporter, Michael has covered national politics for decades, serving as White House correspondent during the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations. He now brings that same rigor and insight to his current role as an international correspondent based in London. A Pulitzer Prize winner for Public Service, Michael was recognized for his team’s coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic and its wide-ranging health and economic consequences. In this session, he will share the ethical foundations that guide his reporting, and why holding those in power accountable – regardless of party – is essential to a thriving democracy.
3:00 to 5:00 p.m.	Self-Guided Tours of the Robert Day Sciences Center Robert Day Sciences Center Drop in between these hours for a sneak-preview of the brand new Robert Day Sciences Center, home of the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences! Opening in the fall, this self-guided tour of Level One will offer a preview of this remarkable addition to campus, recently named one of the “Ten significant U.S. architecture projects” of 2025. Please note, long pants and closed-toe shoes are required to take part in this tour.
4:00 to 4:50 p.m.	Pride at CMC! Reception Patio - Gann Quadrangle, North Side Please join us for a special reception as we celebrate CMC’s LGBTQIA+ community. Mingle with alumni, staff and faculty during this opportunity to connect, share stories, and strengthen our bonds. All are welcome – we hope to see you there! Hosted by the Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement and the CMC Alumni Association.
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.	Landscaping and Biodiversity Tour Meet in front of Roberts Pavilion Join Katharine Rudnyk, Director of Facilities and Campus Services for Landscape and Grounds, for a walking tour that showcases the biodiversity across CMC’s campus and what it takes to create a balanced ecosystem.
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.	Reunion Reception and Class Photos Meet at the Alumni Club Immortalize your return to CMC with class photos and enjoy a lively reception with fellow CMCers before the renowned class dinners. Don’t forget to order your class photo on the registration page!
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.	Reunion Class Dinners Gann Quadrangle and Marian Miner Cook Athenaeum Reminisce about years past with classmates over a gourmet meal. If you can only attend one event over Alumni Weekend, this signature affair should be it. Additional registration required.
8:30 to 11:30 p.m.	Monte Carlo Night McKenna Auditorium Let us transport you to the decadent world of Monte Carlo. Try your luck at the casino tables, lounge with friends over beverages, and enjoy a fun-filled evening of music and glamorous décor. A re-creation of the longest running CMC event, we hope to leave you with yet another cherished “college” memory.
9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.	After Hours at the DoubleTree by Hilton Claremont/PianoPiano 555 W. Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711 Unwind from a busy day at the DoubleTree bar and lounge until 10:00 pm. If you are looking to keep the fun going, DoubleTree guests can enjoy free entry to the adjoining dueling piano bar, PianoPiano, until 1:00 am. No host.

Sunday, June 8

7:00 to 8:30 a.m.	Rise and Shine Coffee and Tea Outside of Collins Dining Hall Attention early risers! Stop by and grab a cup of coffee or tea to kickstart your day.
7:00 to 11:00 a.m.	Open exercise Roberts Pavilion, Nakasone Family Fitness Center Enjoy the state-of-the-art equipment and beautiful views in Roberts Pavilion.
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.	Memorial Service Veterans Patio – Roberts Hall South, Lower Level Take a moment to pay respects to those community members we have lost and join us to celebrate and remember the lives of fellow CMC alumni and friends.
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.	Goat Yoga and Fun 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Goat Yoga 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Petting/Pictures and Playing with Goats Parents Field We know you wish you could Nama-stay at CMC forever but before you head back home, balance your body and mind through a calming Yoga class – complete with goats! – to help recover from the weekend’s festivities. There will be one hour of goat yoga and one hour for playing, petting, and taking pictures! Yoga mats will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.	Farewell Brunch and Bubbles Collins Dining Hall Unfortunately, it is true, all good things must come to an end. Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast and bubbly mimosas with all alumni before you say your goodbyes. Additional registration required.
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.	Guided Tour of the Robert Day Sciences Center By invitation only.
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.	Traveler's Lounge The Hub at Emett Student Center Need a spot to rest before hitting the road? Swing by the Hub and enjoy a comfortable space to relax after checking out of your dorm. Stash your luggage securely and/or recharge with refreshments as you wait for your flight or ride and reflect on a weekend well spent before your journey home.