Schedule of Events
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A final schedule of events will be distributed upon your arrive at the Reunion Registration
desk. This schedule is subject to change; please check back for updates. Current as
of 3/13/24.
Thursday, May 30
Time | Activity |
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12:00pm - 9:00pm | Reunion Check-InLocation: Case Center, second floor + Read More Please make this your first stop when you arrive in Saratoga. Pick up your meal tickets, campus housing info, and a final weekend schedule. |
2:00pm - 3:00pm | 1974 Hospitality SuiteLocation: Class Hospitality Suite |
2:00pm - 4:30pm | Sustainability TourLocation: + Read More Join Tarah Rowse, Director of Sustainability Programs and Assessment, for a tour and overview of campus sustainability initiatives, including Skidmore's geothermal heating and cooling, renewable energy projects, green infrastructure, community garden, bike share, electric vehicle stations, and more. The Office will share information about student leadership opportunities, events, and plans for the future. |
5:00pm - 7:00pm | All-Class Welcome PartyLocation: Case Center, Burgess Walkway + Read More Join Skidmore Alumni from all classes as we kick off Reunion 2024! |
6:00pm - 8:00pm | Scribner Society Dinner with President Marc C. Conner and Barbara Reyes-ConnerLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor + Read More For graduates in post-50th reunion classes. |
6:30pm - 9:00pm | Class of 1974 Picnic DinnerLocation: Surrey-Williamson Inn, Stone Courtyard |
7:00pm - 9:00pm | Class of 2014 Meet UpLocation: Druther's Brewing Company, 381 Broadway, Saratoga Springs |
7:00pm - 9:00pm | Class of 2019 Hospitality Suite GatheringLocation: Campus Hospitality Suite, TBD |
8:00pm - 10:00pm | Class of 1984 Meet UpLocation: The Parting Glass, 40-42 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs |
Friday, May 31
Time | Activity |
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7:30am - 9:00am | BreakfastLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor |
9:00am - 10:00pm | Reunion Check-InLocation: Case Center, second floor + Read More See Thursday description. |
9:15am - 11:30am | Class of 1974 guided bus tour of Saratoga Springs & Old CampusLocation: Case Center Bus Stop + Read More Bus departs at 9:20am. |
10:00am - 11:00am | MiniCollege SessionsLocation: Various locations + Read More To be announced. |
11:00am - 12:00pm | LunchLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor + Read More Join us for Chicken Finger Friday! |
11:00am - 1:45pm | MiniCollege SessionsLocation: Various locations + Read More To be announced. |
12:00pm - 2:00pm | Volunteer Appreciation LuncheonLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor + Read More A special luncheon for all reunion and class volunteers. By invitation only; each invitee is welcome to bring a guest. |
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art GalleryLocation: Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery + Read More Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum with a Tang guide. |
1:20pm - 2:30pm | Guided Bus Tour of Saratoga Springs and the Old CampusLocation: Case Center Bus Stop + Read More Enjoy a tour of historic Saratoga Springs and Skidmore's first campus. No pre-registration, but space is limited; first-come, first-served. Bus departs Case Center parking lot at 1:30 pm |
2:00pm - 3:30pm | Campus Tour with Admissions AmbassadorLocation: Eissner Admissions Center, North Broadway + Read More This walking tour will start from the Eissner Admissions Center. |
2:00pm - 3:30pm | Career Development Center Open HouseLocation: Starbuck Center, room 204 + Read More The staff of the Career Development Center will be on hand to demonstrate the Career Development website and to discuss networking, career advising, job listings, and other services available to alumni. |
2:00pm - 3:30pm | Class of 1969 ProgrammingLocation: Class Hospitality Suite |
2:00pm - 4:00pm | Open Ballet Class with Laura Kingsbury Rime '89Location: Dance Studio 1, Dance Center + Read More Join Laura for an open ballet class for all levels. Her specialty is beginners, so if you'd like to dance even if it's been a very long time, or you've never tried it, you are welcome. Class will include a barre and center combinations that will move and can be adjusted for ability. Classic ballet attire is not required, please wear clothes you can move in. Ballet shoes are recommended. Socks are an option, but can be slippery. Space is limited, please check back for sign up form. |
2:00pm - 4:30pm | Tour of the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated SciencesLocation: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Glotzbach Atrium |
2:30pm - 3:30pm | Global Skidmore Open HouseLocation: Student Academic Services, Starbuck Center, 1st Floor + Read More Warm welcome to our international student alumnae, dual citizens, Skidmore graduates living abroad, and other friends of our outstanding and ever-growing global community! This relaxed networking event invites you to connect with our international student advisors and current international students here for the summer. We hope to see you there! |
3:00pm - 4:00pm | MiniCollege: Film Screening and Q&A with Lucille Rhodes '64Location: Davis Auditorium + Read More Lucille Rhodes '64 has enjoyed a distinguished career in documentary film. After viewing a cross-section of her documentary work, from a film about painter Alice Neil (from a series on American women artists, now in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art) to shorts she produced in Appalachia for Sesame Street, we will open up a wider conversation about Lucille's path through the documentary film world and its many changes over the past 60 years. In coordination with the 10th anniversary of Skidmore's own John B. Moore Documentary Studies Collaborative (MDOCS). |
3:00pm - 4:00pm | MiniCollege: Hitler and Twittler: (Un)Truth and Fascism with Sheldon Solomon, Professor of PsychologyLocation: Gannett Auditorium + Read More "If you tell a big enough lie and tell it frequently enough, it will be believed." -- Adolph Hitler "I love the poorly educated." "Just remember, what you are seeing and what you are reading is not what's happening." -- Donald Trump In this presentation I will explore: the central role of untruth in fascism; psychological factors contributing to devotion to charismatic/populist leaders and their "big lies"; how social media in the 21st century magnifies untruths and amplifies psychological affinity for big liars; the grave danger this poses to democracy; and, the role of education to offset these pernicious tendencies. |
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Gathering for Friends of Bill W.Location: Ladd Hall, Room 207 + Read More Open to all-- Friends of Bill is a code for those involved in 12-step recovery-- this meeting is not limited to those in AA, but is open to all struggling or recovering from addiction. |
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Tour of the Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art GalleryLocation: Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery + Read More Join Ian Berry, the Tang Museum's Dayton Director, for a tour of Studio/Archive. |
5:00pm - 6:15pm | President's Society & Legacy Society ReceptionLocation: Scribner House Lawn, 791 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs + Read More Members of the President's Society and Legacy Society are among Skidmore's most committed supporters. Through their dedicated leadership and generosity, they set a standard for giving that inspires the entire College community, uplifts programs for students and faculty, and are central to Skidmore's continued growth and success. The President's Society honors Skidmore's supporters who make annual gifts of $2,500 and above, including the Young Alumni President's Society. The Legacy Society recognizes alumni, parents, families, and friends of the College who establish a planned gift or provide for Skidmore in their will. By invitation only. |
5:30pm - 6:30pm | Alumni Reunion Art Exhibition Opening ReceptionLocation: Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Payne Presentation Room + Read More Come enjoy the talents of Skidmore's alumni artists at this annual event. |
6:00pm - 8:30pm | Class of 1959 Reception and DinnerLocation: Surrey-Williamson Inn, Living Room |
6:00pm - 8:00pm | Reunion RendezvousLocation: Upper South Park, under the tent + Read More All reunion attendees are welcome to sample several local food trucks and a pop up grill, from Skidmore's gold medal winning Dining Services team. Beverages, desserts, and music will round out this festive evening. Roll on in after you've checked in at Case Desk! Pre-registration is required. |
6:30pm - 8:30pm | Class of 1969 Reception & DinnerLocation: Surrey-Williamson Inn, Stone Courtyard Tent |
6:30pm - 9:00pm | Class of 1974 Reception & Dinner with President Marc C. Conner and Barbara Reyes-ConnerLocation: National Museum of Racing, 191 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs |
8:30pm - 10:00pm | Diversity & Inclusion Welcome ReceptionLocation: Falstaff's + Read More The Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee welcomes back members of Skidmore's LGBTQIA+ alumni, alumni of color, and International alumni affinity groups. Join us for an evening of fellowship, dancing and light refreshments. All are welcome. Please RSVP to Jennifer Hardy, Director of Diversity & Inclusionary Advancement jhardy1@skidmore.edu |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 1979 Meet UpLocation: Tin & Lint, 2 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 1984 Meet UpLocation: Tin & Lint, 2 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 1994 Meet UpLocation: To Be Determined |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 1999 Meet UpLocation: To Be Determined |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 2004 Meet UpLocation: To Be Determined |
9:00pm - 11:50pm | Class of 2014 Meet UpLocation: Gaffney's, 16 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 2014 Meet UpLocation: Gaffney's, 16 Caroline St, Saratoga Springs |
9:00pm - 11:59pm | Class of 2019 Meet UpLocation: Desperate Annie's, 12 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs |
Saturday, June 1
Time | Activity |
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7:30am - 9:30am | BreakfastLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor |
8:30am - 9:30am | President's Breakfast for the 2024 Alumni Association Awards RecipientsLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor + Read More By invitation only. |
9:00am - 8:00pm | Reunion Check-InLocation: Case Center, second floor |
9:30am - 10:30am | Pre-Parade GatheringLocation: Case Center, North Patio (overlooking the green) + Read More Grab a complimentary mimosa or other beverage with your classmates as you prepare for the Parade of Classes. Class photos will be taken for classes of 1954, 1959, 1964, and 1969 during this time. |
10:30am - 11:00am | Parade of ClassesLocation: Case Center, North Patio (overlooking the green) + Read More Led by the Schenectady Pipe Band, Ltd., distinguished guests, and the Alumni Awards recipients. The parade proceeds from Case Green to Arthur Zankel Music Center. |
11:00am - 12:00pm | Alumni Awards and Recognition CeremonyLocation: Arthur Zankel Music Center, Helen Filene Ladd '22 Concert Hall + Read More Join us as we honor our 2024 Alumni Award honorees and celebrate the collective philanthropy of our reunion classes. All reunion attendees and their guests are welcome and encouraged to attend. |
12:00pm - 2:00pm | Reunion PicnicLocation: Upper South Park, under the tent + Read More Join alumni, family, and friends for a tasty BBQ. Pony rides, face-painting and Mr. Bouncy Bounce for the kids. A photo booth will be on site for everyone to receive a personalized Reunion memento. |
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Class PhotosLocation: Case Center, Porter Plaza + Read More Schedule to be announced. |
1:00pm - 4:00pm | Open hours at the IdeaLabLocation: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, IdeaLab + Read More Creative Thought Matters! Tour Skidmore's very own MakerSpace. Founded by students and faculty in 2017, The IdeaLab, formerly known as The HUB, is where students learn to design and create projects using desktop cutting, digital fabrication, textiles, electronics, and more. Try out one of several Maker activities to take home. Appropriate for all ages. |
2:00pm - 5:00pm | Class of 1984 Hospitality Suite GatheringLocation: Class Hospitality Suite |
2:00pm - 5:00pm | Class of 2014 Fun DayLocation: Haupt Pond lawn + Read More Share some laughs with your classmates on the lawn near Haupt Pond. Bring a blanket and BYOB. |
2:00pm - 5:00pm | Class of 2019 Hangout & Classmate RemembranceLocation: Grove of Trees next to Wilmarth + Read More Gather with classmates to reconnect. Bring a blanket and BYOB. We will honor classmates Will Golden '19 and Michael Hedges '19 with a brief remembrance at 2pm. |
2:30pm - 3:30pm | President's HourLocation: Palamountain Hall, Gannett Auditorium + Read More Join President Marc C. Conner as he reflects on the many successes of Skidmore College and offers insights into the College's exciting future. |
3:30pm - 6:30pm | Class of 2004 Hospitality Suite GatheringLocation: Class Hospitality Suite |
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Class of 1999 25th Reunion ToastLocation: Scribner House Lawn, 791 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs + Read More President Marc C. Conner invites members of the celebrating 25th reunion class to Scribner House for a celebratory toast. |
4:00pm - 5:00pm | Gathering for Friends of Bill W.Location: Ladd Hall, Room 207 + Read More See Friday description. |
4:00pm - 5:30pm | Tour of the Billie Tisch Center for Integrated SciencesLocation: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Glotzbach Atrium |
5:00pm - 6:00pm | Class of 1994 Hospitality Suite GatheringLocation: Class Hospitality Suite |
5:00pm - 6:30pm | Skidmore Department of Nursing Reception: Celebrating the Past and the FutureLocation: Billie Tisch Center for Integrated Sciences, Wolfson Gallery + Read More Join fellow graduates to celebrate the rich history of Skidmore's nursing program. Open to all in the nursing profession. |
6:00pm - 8:30pm | Class of 1979 45th Reunion Celebration DinnerLocation: Falstaff's |
6:00pm - 8:30pm | Scribner Society Celebration DinnerLocation: Case Center, The Spa + Read More For graduates in post-50th Reunion Classes. |
6:15pm - 6:45pm | Class of 1974 Class PhotoLocation: Arthur Zankel Music Center, Thomas Amphitheater |
6:30pm - 8:30pm | Multi-Class Celebration DinnerLocation: Upper South Park, under the tent + Read More Join the party! The following classes will dine together under the big tent: 1984, 1989, 1994, 2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019. |
6:45pm - 9:00pm | Class of 1974 50th Reunion Celebration DinnerLocation: Scribner Carriage House, 791 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs |
7:00pm - 9:00pm | Class of 1999 25th Reunion Celebration DinnerLocation: Surrey Williamson Inn, Stone Courtyard Tent |
8:30pm - 11:30pm | Live Music and Dancing & Fireworks DisplayLocation: Upper South Park, Under the Tent + Read More Dance the night away with live band music and fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. |
Sunday, June 2
Time | Activity |
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7:00am - 10:00am | Check-outLocation: Residence halls + Read More Thanks for attending Reunion Weekend! We hope you had a great time. Key cards can be returned to the Case Information Desk. |
7:30am - 11:30am | BreakfastLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, first floor |
8:00am - 9:30am | Class of 1974 BreakfastLocation: Murray-Aikins Dining Hall, second floor + Read More A farewell breakfast for the 50th Reunion class will be held upstairs. |
10:00am - 12:00pm | Art Exhibition Pick UpLocation: Frances Young Tang '61 Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, Payne Presentation Room + Read More Exhibiting artists should stop by to retrieve their work. |
10:30am - 11:15am | Alumni Memorial ServiceLocation: Alumni Memorial Garden (behind the Surrey-Williamson Inn) + Read More Pay tribute to members of the Skidmore community who have recently passed away. |