Reunion 2024 Recap

Reunion Weekend 2024 was a chance for all alumni to celebrate the College's bicentennial year — together! There were activities for those classes in reunion years (4s and 9s, as well as the Kokosingers) along with opportunities for all to celebrate the history and bright future of Kenyon. Keep scrolling for a full recap and photos from our Bicentennial Reunion Weekend.

Old Kenyon Illuminated

A Reunion 200 Years in the Making

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A cake in the shape of Old Kenyon, a keynote by an ambassador and countless moments for connection and celebration mark Reunion Weekend 2024.

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Reunion 2024 in Pictures

The activity-filled weekend included roughly infinity opportunities to reconnect with friends on the Hill.

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Celebrating Kenyon’s Bicentennial

As Kenyon College enters its third century, we reflect on all that has made us who we are and all that is to come. From special projects to memorable events and books, we'll be offering many ways for you to be part of this historic year.

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Celebrating the Kokosingers

The Kokosingers wrapped up their reunion weekend with a performance in a packed Rosse Hall. Please enjoy a playlist of audio recordings from the concert, which includes jazz, golden oldies, modern folk and, of course, "Kokosing Farewell."

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Class of 1974

Reunion Weekend Generosity

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Reconnecting with friends and investing in the place where the memories were made.

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Three Kenyon presidents, 1437 alumni and guests, a group of circus performers and one horse helped celebrate the bicentennial Reunion Weekend held May 23-26.

Scenes from the Weekend

Jon Tazewell ’84, Thomas S. Turgeon Professor of Drama and Film, emceed the 1,000-person soiree Saturday in the middle of celebrating his 40th and Kokosingers reunions.
Kamille Harless ’99, who was among those recognized with a Distinguished Service Award during the weekend, signs the Bicentennial Book.
The Kokosingers wrapped up their reunion weekend with a performance in a packed Rosse Hall Saturday night.
Professor Emeritus of American Studies Peter Rutkoff and his former students, Janey Andris ’01, Meredith Crawford ’02, Andrew Kahrl ’01 and Philip Stephenson ’02, discussed his highly regarded North by South course.
President Julie Kornfeld, an epidemiologist, joined alumnae with Kenyon Women Giving Back for a panel on “Kenyon Women Rising to the Challenges in Medicine and Public Health.”
Members of the outgoing and incoming 50th Reunion classes participate in a ceremonial passing of the baton. From left: Stu Anness ’74, Stewart Peck ’74, Mary Kay Karzas ’75 and Kevin McDonald ’75 as President Julie Kornfeld looks on.
Emma Klug ’18 surprised her mom Phoebe Brown ’79, with the presentation of the Gregg Cup, the College’s highest volunteer honor. See full awards wrap-up.
U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink ’91 traveled from Kyiv to give the keynote address in a packed Rosse Hall. She was later joined by Professor of Political Science Joe Klesner for the event, co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of American Democracy.
A timeline featuring highlights from Kenyon’s 200 years was displayed along Middle Path. Visit our online timeline to learn more.
Alumni Council members held their annual meeting in Colburn Hall for an opportunity to connect with alumni in their volunteer capacity for the College. 
“Bishop Philander Chase” led the Parade of Classes down Middle Path to kickoff the weekend’s festivities. 
Friday night featured a block party open to the entire Kenyon community featuring live music, yard and inflatable games as well as a light show on Old Kenyon.
P.F. Kluge ’64, Kenyon’s longtime former writer-in-residence, celebrated the publication of his 14th book with a signing, with his wife Pamela Hollie and President Kornfeld and dozens of guests. 
As he does at First-Year Sing and Senior Sing, Professor of Music Benjamin “Doc” Locke presided over an All-Reunion Sing to cap off the weekend’s many events. (Well, actually two since the crowd leaving the Kokosingers concert was ready to warble ahead of schedule!)

Time to Get Excited!

Need a reminder of why you should visit the Hill for Reunion Weekend? Watch our one-minute video to catch up with Kenyon!

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