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Alumni Weekend

Join us for Alumni Weekend, April 17-18, 2026!

We’re excited to invite you back to campus for this special weekend! Alumni Weekend is a memorable time to reconnect and reminisce with former classmates, friends, and faculty while celebrating your ϳԹ experience. We have several engaging activities planned to make this weekend memorable and enjoyable!

Sign up today at the link below to join in on the fun! Early bird registration deadline is Friday, March 6, 2026. All who register by the deadline will receive a custom ϳԹ puzzle upon check-in!

You can register and add additional events to your registration until Friday, April 3, 2026.

Hotel Information

AC Hotel Atlanta Buckhead at Phipps Plaza

3600 Wieuca Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326

$149.00 USD per night
Last Day to Book : Friday, March 27, 2026
Start Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
End Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Atlanta Perimeter Center

1005 Crestline Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30328

$115.00 USD – $134.00 USD per night, plus tax.
Last Day to Book : Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Start Date: Friday, April 17, 2026
End Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026

Alumni Weekend 2026 schedule of events

Friday, April 17

Alumni Luncheon with Retired and Current Faculty and Staff, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.

Alumni Luncheon with Retired and Current Faculty and Staff, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Honoring retiring professors: Dr. Viviana Plotnick and Dr. John Nardo
Join the Alumni Association in the Lupton Auditorium to reconnect with past and present faculty and staff. A special program is planned in honor of Dr. Viviana Plotnick and Dr. John Nardo. All retired and current faculty and staff are invited. This is your chance to thank your favorite professor or staff member for their time, commitment and dedication to ϳԹ.

Alumni Awards and Athletics Hall of Fame Reception and Ceremony, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. ($)

Alumni Awards and Athletics Hall of Fame Reception and Ceremony, 6:00-8:30 p.m. ($)
Congratulate our 2026 Alumni Award winners and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees during a pre-ceremony reception, with drinks and hors d’oeuvres. The ceremony begins at 7:00 p.m. and is followed by a dessert reception.

Saturday, April 18

Back to the Classroom Speakers, 10:00 a.m.

Back to the Classroom Speakers, 10:00 a.m.
Three exciting topics offered by our current faculty and staff members will take you back into the classroom.

Everything You Need to Know about College Admission in 2026 – Dr. Ginger Fay
Join ϳԹ’s Vice President of Enrollment Management for an in depth conversation about the realities of college admission in the 21stcentury. Topics covered will include answers to your questions, including: What factors are concerned in the college application process? What should my child be doing now to prepare? What has changed since the pandemic, not to mention back when I was applying?

To Cancel or Not To Cancel: Does Good Art Go Bad? – Dr. Andrew Schmidt
Join ϳԹ’s Assistant Professor of Music and Music Program Coordinator for a seminar that tackles the questions, “Can we separate the art and the artist? When an artist we love does something morally reprehensible, how do we reconcile our distaste for the actions of the artist, but love of their art? Is there a statute of limitations on ‘bad artists’?” We will discuss the thinking behind “cancel culture,” uncover strategies for dealing with art by problematic artists, and explore philosophies that reconcile our human ability to hold conflicting emotions.

TBD Session– Dr. John Orme
Join one of ϳԹ’s Professors of Politics for a session of his choosing. More details to come.

Petrels with the President, 11:15 a.m.

Petrels with the President, 11:15 a.m.
Join President McClymond to hear about university updates including highlights on academics and student life. There will be an opportunity to ask questions and meet members of the Senior Administrative Leadership Team.

Women's Lacrosse Game (Senior Day), 12:00 p.m.

Women’s Lacrosse Game (Senior Day), 12:00 p.m.
Celebrate the Seniors of ϳԹ Women’s Lacrosse by attending their match against Berry.

QuadFest Picnic, 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. ($)

QuadFest Picnic, 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ($)
Petrels of a feather will reconnect back on the quad for an afternoon picnic! We will have food trucks as well as lawn games, music and photos with Petey! This is a family friendly event complete with a bounce house and kids crafts.

Golden Petrels Lunch and Induction Ceremony, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Golden Petrels Lunch and Induction Ceremony, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
This is a special luncheon honoring all Golden Petrels, alumni 50+ years graduated, in the Philip Weltner Library. We will welcome the Class of 1976 as they celebrate their induction into the Golden Petrel Society.

ϳԹ Museum of Art, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

ϳԹ Museum of Art, 12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Visit the museum anytime during Saturday afternoon’s festivities to see their current exhibit.

Carillon Ceremony, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Carillon Ceremony, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
The Carillon Ceremony honors ϳԹ alumni with an opportunity to climb a narrow, spiral staircase to the top of the bell tower and have their photos taken ringing the Carillon bells.

AdmissionWalking Tour of Campus, 2:00 p.m.

AdmissionWalking Tour of Campus, 2:00 p.m.

Join one of our Admission Student Ambassadors for a walking tour of campus to revisit your favorite haunts and hear about what is happening at ϳԹ today from a current student’s perspective. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a peak at a current dorm room offering!

Alumni Basketball Game, Men’s and Women’s, 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Basketball Game, Men’s and Women’s, 2:00 p.m.

21st Annual John P. Salamone ’86 Alumni Soccer Tournament, Men’s & Women’s, 2:00 p.m.

21st Annual John P. Salamone ’86 Alumni Soccer Tournament, Men’s & Women’s, 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Tennis Gathering, Men's and Women's, 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Tennis Gathering, Men’s and Women’s, 2:00 p.m.

Alumni Board Annual Meeting, 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Alumni Board Annual Meeting, 3:45 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
All alumni are invited to attend to hear updates from the board and elect the 2026-27 Alumni Board.

Fraternity & Sorority Life Happy Hour, 4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.($)

Fraternity & Sorority Life Happy Hour, 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ($)
Raise a glass and reconnect with your fraternity and sorority brothers and sisters during Alumni Weekend! Join us to celebrate the bonds, memories and traditions that made your ϳԹ experience unforgettable. Whether you’re reliving your favorite campus moments or meeting new friends who share your letters, this is the perfect way to kick off Saturday night!

Class of 2021: Five-Year Reunion, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. ($)

Class of 2021: Five-Year Reunion, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ($)
It’s a special reunion year for the Class of 2021! It’s been five years since you graduated! Join us back on campus for a special reunion party held in Hearst Hall. There will be plenty of food, drinks, music, photo ops and fun for you to enjoy.

Host committee: Kiana Perkins ’21, Drew Luzzatti ’21, Brenda Narvaes ’21, Asim Javed ’21, Will Ransom ’21

This reunion party ticket price is bundled with our signature Stomp the Lawn event.

Class of 2016 and friends: Ten Year Reunion, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. ($)

Class of 2016 and friends: Ten Year Reunion, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ($)
It’s a special reunion year for the Class of 2016! It’s been ten years since you graduated! This reunion party will be held at HOBNOB Neighborhood Tavern (Brookhaven), where there will be light bites and drinks for you to enjoy while reconnecting with friends. Don’t miss this chance to reminisce with your classmates!

Host committee: Alex Atteberry ’16, Sarah Craig ’16, Jessie Gregerson Hanna ’16, Lee Lundy ’16, Tate Wilson ’16

This reunion party ticket is bundled with our signature Stomp the Lawn event.

Class of 2001 and friends: Twenty-Five Year Reunion, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. ($)

Class of 2001 and friends: Twenty-Five Year Reunion, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ($)
It’s a special reunion year for the Class of 2001! It has been 25 years since you graduated! This reunion party will be held at Cousins Atrium. There will be plenty of food, drinks and fun for you to enjoy. You will also have a chance to look back at your Yamacraw yearbook and relive all the fun you had with friends!

Host committee: Bubba Brownley ’01, Austin Gillis ’01, Kevin Martin ’01, Heather Martin ’01, Jason Solomon ’01, Brian Wright ’01

This reunion party ticket is bundled with our signature Stomp the Lawn event.

90s Reunion, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. ($)

90s Reunion, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ($)

It’s a special reunion year for ϳԹ alumni of the 90s! It’s the 35th reunion for the Class of 1991 and the 30th reunion for the Class of 1996! They want to celebrate with all of their friends from the 1990s. This reunion reception will be held in the Turner Lynch Campus Center Atrium. There will be plenty of food, drinks, music and fun for you to enjoy. You will also have a chance to look back at Yamacraw yearbooks and relive all the fun you had with friends!

Host committee: Joselyn Butler Baker ’91, Marla Moore ’91, Caitlin Way ’91, Rodney Drinkard ’92, Myers Brown ’93, Lori “Lu” Green Leroy ’95, Mary Poteet Fernandez ’96, John Breton ’97, Randy Roberson ’97, Diana Rothe-Smith ’97, Angela Satterfield ’97, Kelly Holland Vrtis ’97, Tinnie Waterston Weber ’97, Jason Stackhouse ’98, Jeremy Spake ’99, Ginny Parler ’99, Jerry Portwood ’99, and Jay Williams ’99

This reunion party ticket is bundled with our signature Stomp the Lawn event.

All Alumni Celebration and Stomp the Lawn, 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. ($)

All Alumni Celebration and Stomp the Lawn, 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ($)
Join us on the Quad for an unforgettable evening as we bring together alumni from all class years to wrap up Alumni Weekend! The night kicks off with a delicious dinner and drinks, followed by our signature “Stomp the Lawn” party featuring a live DJ, dancing and games.

This outdoor event is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with friends, honor our class reunions and Golden Petrels, and celebrate the achievements of our newest Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees and Alumni Award winners.

Petey embraces alumni on the quad at Alumni Weekend.

Take a look back at Alumni Weekend 2025 with these photo albums:

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