Reunion Weekend

Check-in & Registration
10 a.m. - 9 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Stop by to pick up your Welcome Packet, which includes registration materials and nametags. Staff will be on hand to greet you and answer your questions. Light refreshments will be available throughout the day. Don’t forget that Reunion Weekend nametags get you entry in all your registered events, 20% off at the Spider Shop, and weekend-access to the Weinstein Center. 

Alumni Career Advising
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Tyler Haynes Commons
Cost: Complimentary | To schedule an appointment, please access Handshake or call 804-289-8547
From career management and interview preparation to networking and résumé reviews, career advisors will be available to discuss your career-related questions during individual 30-minute appointments. There is no charge for these appointments. Advance registration is required.

Well-Being Center Open House
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Well-Being Center
Cost: Complimentary
Check out the new Well-Being Center while on campus. Alumni are invited to participate in self-guided tours while students will be available to answer questions. Swing by between 10 a.m. and noon to take advantage of the salt therapy room’s drop-in hours (first-come, first-served).

Lora Robins Gallery Open House
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Lora Robins Gallery
Cost: Complimentary
As the University’s natural sciences museum, the newly renovated Lora Robins Gallery holds over 100,000 pieces ranging from Jurassic dinosaur fossils to rare gems, minerals, prehistoric shells, coral, and fluorescent rocks. Guided tours will be available on a first-come, first-served basis on Friday, May 29, at noon and 3 p.m.

Richmond College & Robins School of Business Class of 1966 Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Cost: $15
All members of the Richmond College & Robins School of Business Class of 1966 are invited to a served luncheon to kick off the weekend. Dress: Casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Richmond College & Robins School of Business Class of 1976 Buffet Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Carole Weinstein International Center, Commons
Cost: $15
All members of the Richmond College & Robins School of Business Class of 1976 are invited to a served luncheon to kick off the weekend. Dress: Casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Westhampton Class of 1966 Luncheon
12 - 2 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Cost: $15
All members of the Westhampton Class of 1966 are invited to a served luncheon to kick off the weekend. Dress: Casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Campus Tour (1) 
2:30 – 4 p.m. | Gottwald Center for the Sciences, Room A001
Cost: Complimentary
Join a guided walking tour led by current students who will share how campus has evolved—and what hasn’t—since your time here. From new spaces and traditions to favorite study spots and student life today, this tour offers a meaningful blend of nostalgia and fresh perspective. Designed especially for returning alumni and their families, the tour is a chance to reconnect with the place you once called home while seeing how the next generation is shaping it. Please be sure to dress in comfortable clothing and shoes for the tour. Advance registration is required.

Westhampton Class of 1971 Celebration
4 - 7 p.m. | Home of Alice Presson Higgins
Cost: $15
Alice Presson Higgins looks forward to hosting the traditional girls-only Friday evening event at her home (just off River Road near the University of Richmond). A local caterer will prepare an assortment of food for us to enjoy while we reconnect and celebrate our 55th Reunion! Advance registration is kindly requested.

F.W. Boatwright Society Dinner & Induction Ceremony
5:30 - 8 p.m. | Queally Center for Admission & Career Services
Cost: $45 (no charge for Class of 1976 alums)
Enjoy a return to campus to celebrate with classmates on this special occasion. The Class of 1976 will be inducted into the Society, and the classes celebrating their reunions will be recognized: the Classes of 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, and 1971. Reunion classes will be seated together. The reception will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $45 per person, and there is no charge for alumni from the Class of 1976. Dress: Business attire. Advance registration is required.

Welcome Party with the Deans
7 - 9 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center, Robins Pavilion
Cost: $5 | Cash Bar available with Photo ID
Kick off the weekend on a high note! All Reunion Weekend celebrants are invited to join University of Richmond deans, faculty, staff, and fellow alumni for a welcome party at the Jepson Alumni Center. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Please make sure to bring a form of payment and ID for any drink purchases. This event is casual, so come as you are and stay however long you like. Advance registration is required, and an event ticket will be provided in your registration packet.

LGBTQ+ Spiders Reception
8 - 10 p.m. | Student Activities Complex, Cottage Courtyard
Cost: $5 | Cash Bar available with Photo ID
Get in on the fun at the LGBTQ+ Spiders Reception at Reunion Weekend! This special event brings together alumni and allies to reconnect, share stories, and foster a welcoming environment for all members of the LGBTQ+ community. This is the perfect opportunity to network, reflect, and continue building a strong and supportive alumni network. For just $5, enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. Please make sure to bring cash as a form of payment, and ID for any drink purchases. Advance registration is required.

Greek Theatre Party 
9 p.m. - midnight | Jenkins Greek Theatre
Relive your college years at the Reunion Weekend Greek Theatre Party! Just like the good old days, there will be drinks, live music, and dancing. Sponsored by the Office of Annual Giving in thanks to UR’s supporters. No registration required. For more information, visit give.richmond.edu/reunion, call (804) 289-8050, or email annualgiving@richmond.edu. 

Check-in & Registration
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Stop by to pick up your Welcome Packet, which includes registration materials and nametags. Staff will be on hand to greet you and answer your questions. Light refreshments will be available throughout the day. Don’t forget that Reunion Weekend nametags get you entry in all your registered events, 20% off at the Spider Shop, and weekend-access to the Weinstein Center. 

Morning Yoga 
9 - 10 a.m. | Millhiser Green
Cost: Complimentary 
All alumni and guests are invited to start their morning off with a yoga class on Millhiser Green. This class is designed for any level of student from beginner to advanced. Mats will be available in limited quantities, and participants are encouraged to bring their own if possible. Advance registration is requested. 

President’s Breakfast & Alumni Awards Presentation
9 - 11 a.m. | Queally Center for Admission & Career Services
Cost: $10 (adults); $5 (under 12); no charge for Class of 1976 alums
Hear an update on campus news from President Kevin F. Hallock. We will recognize the successes of alumni with the presentation of several awards: Alumni of the University of Richmond Award for Distinguished Service and Distinguished Recent Graduate Award. We will also honor this year’s reunion committees and individual classes with awards. Advance registration is required.

Lora Robins Gallery Open House
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Lora Robins Gallery
Cost: Complimentary
As the University’s natural sciences museum, the newly renovated Lora Robins Gallery holds over 100,000 pieces ranging from Jurassic dinosaur fossils to rare gems, minerals, prehistoric shells, coral, and fluorescent rocks.

Class of 1996 Women Relate & Reconnect
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Location To Be Confirmed
Cost: $5
Reconnect, reflect, and relate with the women of the Class of 1996 at this informal and welcoming gathering hosted by your 1996 planning committee. Together, we’ll celebrate the bonds that have endured over the past 30 years while focusing on the collective wisdom we’ve gained along the way. Through thoughtful, lightly curated conversations, you’ll hear about classmates’ life experiences, share your own insights, and reflect on where life has taken us — and where we’re headed next. Join us as we celebrate all that we are, what we’ve learned, and what we’re looking forward to. For $5, enjoy coffee and breakfast snacks during the conversation. Advance registration is required.

Campus Tour (2)
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Gottwald Center for the Sciences, Room A001
Cost: Complimentary
Join a guided walking tour led by current students who will share how campus has evolved—and what hasn’t—since your time here. From new spaces and traditions to favorite study spots and student life today, this tour offers a meaningful blend of nostalgia and fresh perspective. Designed especially for returning alumni and their families, the tour is a chance to reconnect with the place you once called home while seeing how the next generation is shaping it. Please be sure to dress in comfortable clothing and shoes for the tour. Advance registration is required.

Westhampton College & Robins School of Business
Class of 1976 Champagne Brunch
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Home of Kay Lambert King
Cost: Complimentary
Join us for the cherished Saturday Champagne Brunch, graciously hosted by Kay Lambert King and Terry Heilman Sylvester at Kay’s home. Savor a delicious selection prepared especially for the occasion as we reconnect, reminisce, and toast to 50 wonderful years. Advance registration is kindly requested.

Class of 1956 Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Cost: Complimentary
All members of the Class of 1956 and their guests are invited to a luncheon at the Jepson Alumni Center. Dress: Casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Class of 1961 Luncheon
12 - 2 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Cost: Complimentary
All members of the Class of 1961 and their guests are invited to a luncheon at the Jepson Alumni Center. Dress: Casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Lunch at D-Hall
12 - 2 p.m. | Heilman Dining Center
Cost: $5 | Cash Beer & Wine Bar available with Photo ID
Join alumni and guests for lunch in the dining hall! This celebration features classic d-hall favorites, as well as a taste of what current students are enjoying. There will also be beverages, desserts, and plenty of activities for the kids! The cost is $5 per person. This event is sponsored by the University of Richmond Alumni Association (URAA). Advance registration is required, and an event ticket will be provided in your registration packet.

URBAN Day Party
2 - 4 p.m. | Gottwald Center for the Sciences, Front Patio
Cost: $5 | Cash Bar available with Photo ID
Get ready to reconnect at the ultimate UR Black Alumni Network (URBAN) Day Party! We’re bringing the energy, the music, and the community together for an unforgettable afternoon of celebration. This event is all about honoring our legacy, networking, and looking ahead to an even brighter future. Come for the fun, stay for the fellowship—this is one day party you won’t want to miss! For just $5, enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar (with valid photo ID). Advance registration is required.

Happy Hour at The Cellar
3 - 5 p.m. | Tyler Haynes Commons, The Cellar
Cost: $5 | Cash Beer & Wine Bar available with Photo ID
Enjoy a Reunion Weekend happy hour at The Cellar! Stop by for pizza and a beer & wine cash bar while reminiscing on your college days. For just $5, enjoy a pizza buffet and a cash bar (with valid photo ID). Advance registration is required, and an event ticket will be provided in your registration packet.

Class of 1966 Reception & Dinner
5 - 7:30 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Cost: $45
This special event for the Class of 1966 and guests will begin with a reception featuring delicious appetizers and a complimentary bar, followed by a seated, served dinner in the Jepson Alumni Center. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Class of 1971 Reception & Dinner
5:30 - 8 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Cost: $45
This special event for the Class of 1971 and guests will begin with a reception featuring delicious appetizers and a complimentary bar, followed by a seated, served dinner in the Jepson Alumni Center. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual attire. Advance registration is required.

Class of 1976 Cocktail Reception
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center, Robins Pavilion
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 1976 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required.

Class of 1981 Reception
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Robins School of Business, Moelchert Commons & Patio
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 1981 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required.

Class of 1986 Reception
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Boatwright Memorial Library
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 1986 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Class of 1991 Reception
6 - 8:30 p.m. | Student Activities Complex, Cottage Courtyard
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 1991 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Class of 1996 Reception
6:30 - 9 p.m. | Well-Being Center
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 1996 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required.

Class of 2001 Reception
6:30 - 9 p.m. | Modlin Center for the Arts, Courtyard
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 2001 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Class of 2006 Reception
6:30 - 9 p.m. | Carole Weinstein International Center, Courtyard
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 2006 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Class of 2011 Reception
7 - 9:30 p.m. | Westhampton Center, Garden & Living Room
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 2011 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Class of 2016 Reception
7 - 9:30 p.m. | Queally Athletics Center, Spider Hall
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 2016 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Class of 2021 Reception
7 - 9:30 p.m. | Queally Center for Admission & Career Services
Cost: $50 (includes open bar); $40 (excludes alcohol)
This special event for the Class of 2021 and guests will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres throughout the reception with an optional full open bar. Dress: Business casual/dressy casual. Advance registration is required. 

Reunion Celebration
9 p.m. - midnight | Lakeview Lane
Cost: Complimentary | Cash Beer & Wine Bar available with Photo ID
Join alumni and guests for an evening of live music with the "Bart Chucker Band" and fireworks (weather permitting). Nonalcoholic beverages and snacks will be provided. Alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase with a photo ID. Advance registration is requested.

Residence Hall Check-out
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Jepson Alumni Center
Please don’t forget to drop your room key in one of the drop boxes near your Residence Hall or the Jepson Alumni Center on your way out of town. 

Reunion Memorial Service
11 - 11:30 a.m. | Cannon Memorial Chapel, Columbarium Garden
The Office of the Chaplaincy will lead a service of remembrance for those from the milestone reunion classes who have passed away. Rabbi Josh Jeffreys, Jewish Chaplain and Director of Religious Life, will preside. In case of rain, the service will be held in Cannon Memorial Chapel. Advance registration is requested.