Reunion Weekend Schedule

Alumnae Reunion Weekend

Friday, May 19

11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Check-in and Registration – Mae Grimmer Alumnae House
Upon arriving to campus, check-in at the Alumnae House to pick up your registration materials, including nametag, meal ticket, and room key for those staying in the residence halls. Registration will be open for those that did not pre-register. Depending on capacity, a limited number of tickets for on-campus events will be available. Please note that the Friday party often sells out.

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Golden Oaks Society Luncheon – Belk Dining Hall
Members of the Class of 1973 and the Golden Oaks Society, those alumnae who have already celebrated a golden reunion, are invited to attend a special luncheon with President Jo Allen, ’80. In recognition of their 50th Reunion, Dr. Allen will formally induct members of the Class of 1973 into the Golden Oaks Society.

1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Campus Tours – Johnson Hall Rotunda*
The Meredith campus continues to grow and develop! Alumnae will have the opportunity to view and learn more about campus renovations and developments, including the Jo Ellen Ammons, ’57, Welcome Center within Johnson Hall, the Lowery Fitness Center, the lake renovation within McIver Amphitheater, the Nifong Nutrition Laboratory, and CHESS academic building.

*Tours will depart from the Rotunda as well as from the Golden Oaks Society Luncheon

6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Reunion Party hosted by Dr. Jo Allen, ’80 – Johnson Hall Rotunda & Courtyard
You will not want to miss this party for all alumnae! Dr. Allen invites you to join us for live music from BOUNCE! Party Band. The event will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and giveaways. Bring your dancing shoes as we dance the night away on campus.

Saturday, May 20

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Check-in, Registration, and Key Return – Mae Grimmer Alumnae House
Upon arriving to campus, check-in at the Alumnae House to pick up your registration packet and weekend materials.
Registration will be open for those that did not pre-register. Depending on capacity, a limited number of tickets for on-campus events, including Saturday lunch and Sunday brunch, will be available.

Alumnae with a Friday-only residence hall registration should return their key before
departing campus.

8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Saturday Breakfast – Belk Dining Hall – East

9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Campus Tours – Johnson Hall Rotunda
The Meredith campus continues to grow and develop! Alumnae will have the opportunity to view and learn more about campus renovations and developments, including the Jo Ellen Ammons, ’57, Welcome Center within Johnson Hall, the Lowery Fitness Center, the lake renovation within McIver Amphitheater, the Nifong Nutrition Laboratory, and CHESS academic building.

10:30 a.m. State of the College with President Jo Allen, ’80 – Jones Auditorium
Dr. Jo Allen ’80 will provide a College update, highlighting campus updates as well as her vision for the future of Meredith. Courtney Allen, ’10, MBA ’22, president of the Alumnae Association, will share a yearly update and present the Alumnae Awards.

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Alumnae Market – Cate Center
Make time to shop and support fellow alumnae!

12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Saturday Luncheon – Belk Dining Hall

1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Reunion Class Meetings – various locations on campus
Class business will be conducted including the election of new class agents.

Individual class photos will be taken during the class meetings. Please check the weekend program for your specific class meeting location.

Individual class activities will be scheduled throughout the afternoon and evening.

Sunday, May 21

9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. Key Return – Mae Grimmer Alumnae House
Please be sure to return your room key before leaving campus!

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Alumnae Worship Service – Jones Chapel

11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Sunday Brunch – Atrium of the Science and Mathematics Building