Reunion + Commencement

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Reunion 2026 

911±¬ÁÏÍø alumni from classes ending in “1” or “6” are invited to return to campus for Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22–24, 2026. The 50th Reunion class, the Class of 1976, is invited to return to campus beginning Thursday, May 21 for special pre-weekend class activities. 

Registration is open for Reunion + Commencement Weekend! Join your classmates on campus for a memorable weekend of reconnection, engaging WESeminars, campus tours, gallery exhibitions, celebratory receptions, your class dinner, and lively entertainment. Register by Wednesday, May 13.  

     

Explore the weekend schedule, check back on this page regularly to see who’s planning to attend, and learn more about accommodation options. We can’t wait to welcome you back to campus! 

Reunion Class Engagement

See below to learn about upcoming reunion year class events, your class-selected reunion fundraising project, and who to be in touch with at 911±¬ÁÏÍø if you have feedback, questions, or would like to be involved with helping plan reunion activities for your class.

Find your class: 

Class of 2021    Class of 2016     Class of 2011     Class of 2006     Class of 2001 

Class of 1996     Class of 1991     Class of 1986     Class of 1981     Class of 1976 

College Row Classes (Class of 1975 and earlier)

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    Class of 2021 - 5th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 

     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Katie Kirtland

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 2021 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 2016 - 10th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 


    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Linden Markley  

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 2016 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 2011 - 15th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 

     
     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Linden Markley 

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 2011 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 2006 - 20th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid
     Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET
     
     
     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Linden Markley

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 2006 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 2001 - 25th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 

     
     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Amy Raufman 

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 2001 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 1996 - 30th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 


    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24
    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Koby Giglietti

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 1996 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 1991 - 35th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 

     
     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Koby Giglietti

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 1991 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 1986 - 40th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid 
     Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 

    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Nicole Catania 

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 1986 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 1981 - 45th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid  Class Events and Other Important Information


     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24
    Friday, May 22: Welcome Celebration for the Class of 1981
    6–8 p.m. ET
    Middletown, CT
    Join fellow 911±¬ÁÏÍø alumni from the Class of 1981 for a Reunion Weekend welcome celebration at Puerto Vallarta, 200 Main Street in Middletown. Reconnect with old friends, swap a few stories, and enjoy drinks and dinner together to kick off the weekend. We’d love to see you there!
    Hosted by Belinda Buck Kielland and Livia Wong McCarthy

    Learn more about weekend accommodations for alumni here. 

    *The Class of 1981 Reunion Class Ambassadors recommend the below hotel for alumni in the Class of 1981

    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wallingford New Haven
      *The Class of 1981 Reunion Class Ambassadors recommend this hotel for alumni in the Class of 1981
      T. (203) 284-0001

     


    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison:         Nicole Catania 

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 1981 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion

    Class Project: Financial Aid  Class Events and Other Important Information

    All Reunion Class Kickoff, September 16, 7 p.m. ET 

     
     
    Reunion + Commencement Weekend, May 22-24

    Event details and registration will be sent via email prior to each event.

     

    Class Book Editors: Byron Haskins ’76, Karen Harmin ’76, Dan Herr ’76
    911±¬ÁÏÍø staff liaison: Siobhan LaGro

    Want to connect with the Class Ambassadors for your class? Please contact your class staff liaison for more info on who your reunion class volunteers are and how you can be in touch.

    Ready to make your Class of 1976 reunion gift? or learn more about making your gift by phone or mail.

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    College Row Classes (Class of 1975 and earlier)

    College Row Classes is a program specifically designed for alumni in the years following their milestone 50th reunion to sustain the sense of closeness to 911±¬ÁÏÍø and classmates that the 50th reunion experience helps create. We welcome alumni from the Class of 1975 and earlier to stay connected. Learn more about College Row Classes and this year’s program.

2025 Reunion and Commencement Highlight Reel

  • Check out photos from this very special weekend!

  • Stay connected with your classmates on WesConnect!

  • If you haven’t made your class gift, it’s not too late to join your classmates and show your support!

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