Reunion Weekend Schedule

12 - 8 p.m. Registration Center Open

The registration center will be open for classes celebrating their 50th Reunion, Alumni Council, KFEC members and the Perennial Class. Alumni and Parent Welcome Center, 101 Scott Lane

4 - 6 p.m. Perennial and 1974 Kokosinger Rehearsal

Kokes from the 50th and Perennial Alumni classes, as well as any other Kokosinger alumni who might be on campus, are invited to this casual rehearsal. (Reminder: Thursday housing is limited to the 50th and Perennial alumni classes.) Rosse Hall

6 p.m. Class of 1974 Reception at Bob and Buffy Hallinan's House

Shuttles to/from the event will be offered, running on a continuous loop from 5 - 7 p.m. and every 30 minutes from 7 - 9:30 p.m. They will pick up at the McBride Hall loop located at 202 Gaskin Avenue and drop off at Buffy Hallinan’s house located at 10431 Quarry Chapel Road, Gambier.

6 p.m. Perennial Reunion Dinner

For alumni who are celebrating a reunion beyond their 50th. Peirce Hall

8 - 9 a.m. Perennial Coffee Hour

Front porch, Advancement Office, 103 Chase Ave.

8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Registration Center Open

The registration center will be open for all reunion attendees. Alumni and Parent Welcome Center, 101 Scott Lane

8 - 10 a.m. Breakfast

Peirce Hall and other local restaurants with varying hours

10 a.m. - Noon Kokosinger Rehearsal

All Kokes are invited to a rehearsal of large group songs and seating on Rosse stage. Rosse Hall

11:30 - 1:30 p.m. Lunch

Peirce Hall and other local restaurants with varying hours

Noon - 2 p.m. Class of 1989 Pickleball “Open Court”

Lowry Center

1 - 2:30 p.m. Twenty Presidents: Kenyon Looks Back at the Men and Women Who Have Led the Institution Since its Founding in 1824

Join college historian, Tom Stamp ‘73 H’22, for his talk on the history of Kenyon’s presidents. Community Foundation Theater, lower level of The Gund (formerly known as the Gund Gallery)

1:15 - 2:30 p.m. Fungi, Flora and Fauna at the Brown Family Environmental Center

Jim Vick ’74 and Miriam Dean-Otting ’74 will lead a walk through part of Kenyon’s nature preserve, pausing to view fungi and flowers. We’ll pass through the woods along the Kokosing and then head for the meadows. Depending on time and interest we’ll hike up to the top of the hill that offers a view of Kenyon. We’re likely to see many species of birds as well. Comfortable shoes or hiking boots are recommended. BFEC, meet at the first parking lot, to the right on Laymon Road after crossing 229 and the bridge

2 p.m. Kokosing Nature Preserve/Philander Chase Conservancy "Walk and Talk"

Interested in learning about green burial and protecting the land around Kenyon? Join Amy Henricksen, Kokosing Nature Preserve steward and Philander Chase Conservancy acting director, for a walk around Kokosing Nature Preserve, Kenyon's natural burial cemetery. Meet at the reception center parking lot at 10608 Quarry Chapel Road. In the event of rain, the event will be held inside the reception center.

2 - 3 p.m. From This Land to Light of Freedom: Public Art Walking Tour

Hosted by Jodi Kovach, the Pamela and Christopher Hoehn-Saric Deputy Director of Curatorial Affairs and Education at The Gund at Kenyon College. Kovach will give a brief introduction to some of the stunning public artworks on Kenyon’s campus. The tour will depart promptly at 2 p.m. from the Gund Gallery. Learn more. Meet at the entrance to the Gund Gallery, located between Cromwell Cottage and Chalmers Library along Middle Path

2 - 4 p.m. Kokosinger Rehearsal

All Kokes are invited to this rehearsal of large group songs and seating on Rosse stage. Rosse Hall

2:30 - 4 p.m. Athletic Alumni Happy Hour

All former varsity athletic alumni are invited to a happy hour featuring a moment to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX. During the event there will be brief remarks, an opportunity to meet with department coaches and staff and a chance to connect with teammates past and present. Lowry Center

2:30 - 3 p.m. Alumni Association Annual Meeting

Please join members of Alumni Council to learn more about the alumni association and how you can get involved. Colburn Hall (Behind Bexley)

3 - 4 p.m. Faculty and Emeritus Faculty Reception Hosted by Alumni Council

Members of Alumni Council invite you to join them in the newly renovated Colburn Hall to reconnect with current and emeritus members of the Kenyon faculty. Light refreshments will be provided. Colburn Hall

4 p.m. Shabbat at the Rothenberg Hillel House

Bring in Shabbat together and share in challah, kiddush and a small nosh. Tours will be available of the Rothenberg Hillel House; everyone  is welcome, regardless of religious affiliation or denomination. Help us to celebrate this year's returning classes. Contact Jewish Chaplain Marc Bragin with any questions at braginm@kenyon.edu. Rothenberg Hillel House, 103 W. Brooklyn St.

4 p.m. Class of 1989 Meet and Greet

Classmates of 1989 are invited to gather for Peace, Love and Little Donuts before walking together to the Parade of Classes line-up. Front porch, Advancement Office, 103 Chase Ave.

4:45 p.m. Parade of Classes Line-Up

Middle Path north of Brooklyn Street

5 p.m. Parade of Classes

Relive Opening Convocation with a parade down Middle Path to an all-classes welcome reception on Peirce Lawn. Classes will gather in the village and walk south through the gates towards the hospitality tent. Please arrive at 4:45 p.m. for the parade line-up and check in on Middle Path north of Brooklyn Street. Spectators are encouraged to line the parade route just south of the gates by the hospitality tent located on Peirce Lawn. Middle Path (near the Bookstore)

5:30 p.m. Friends of Bill W. Discussion Meeting

Advancement Division, 103 Chase Avenue, use the middle door

5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Bicentennial Block Party

Reunion registrants, along with faculty, staff and other members of the Kenyon community, are invited to enjoy complimentary dinner, drinks (including beer and wine), novelty food items, games and live music at a special Bicentennial Block Party following the Parade of Classes. Hospitality Tent, Peirce Lawn

6 - 7:30 p.m. Class of 1964 Reception

P.F. Kluge ’64 and Pamela Hollie home, 221 Ward St., Gambier

6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Class of 1974 50th Reunion Presidential Reception

Alumni Dining Room, Peirce Hall 

7 p.m. LDNL: Live Band Entertainment 

LDNL is a successful and high-profile live pop, dance, top 40 and hip-hop band that has toured many countries, as well as all over America. Their songs are merged so there are no breaks in the set, making it almost impossible to stop dancing! Hospitality Tent, Peirce Lawn

7 - 9 p.m. Class of 1994 Gathering at the home of Darnell and Will Heywood '94 P'27

A shuttle will run a loop from the Gund Commons parking lot (101 E. Brooklyn St.) to the Heywood home from 6:45 - 9:15 p.m.

7 - 11:30 p.m. Hotel Shuttle

Shuttle will run on a continuous loop from the Registration Center (101 Scott Lane) to the Mount Vernon Grand to the Mount Vernon Inn and then back to campus. This will be an approximate 30-minute loop. The last shuttle will leave campus at 11:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m. Class of 1974 50th Reunion Dinner

Thomas Hall, Peirce Hall

7:30 - 9 p.m. Class of 1984 Social

Drinks and light appetizers will be provided by your reunion planning committee. Oden Atrium, Oden Lobby

7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Class of 1979 Social

Join classmates for light refreshments, conversation and a slideshow hosted by your reunion committee. Horvitz Hall

8 - 9 p.m. S'mores

Join us for a post-dinner sweet treat around the fire. Lawn on the south side of Ascension Hall 

8 - 11 p.m. Alpha Sigma Chi Gathering

Cheever Room, Finn House

8 - 11 p.m. Class of 1989 Gathering

The 1989 Reunion Committee will host a class celebration. Colburn Hall

9 - 11 p.m. Class of 1999 Gathering

The Class of 1999 will celebrate their 25th Reunion with a class gathering. After the lighting of Old Kenyon, class musicians will play on the stage in the lounge and late night food will be provided. Peeps Lounge, Old Kenyon

9 p.m. Miller Observatory Open House

The Miller observatory is open to the public, weather permitting. Hosted by Paula Turner, professor of physics. Turn right from Wiggin St. onto Route 229, drive about 0.2 miles, and turn right onto the blacktop road marked by a Kenyon sign. Follow the road up the hill to the observatory. Parking is limited.

9:45 p.m. Bicentennial Illumination

Front lawn of Old Kenyon

8 - 10 a.m. Breakfast

Peirce Hall and local restaurants with varying hours

8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Registration Center Open

The registration center will be open for all reunion attendees. Alumni and Parent Welcome Center, 101 Scott Lane 

8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Leadership Breakfast  (invitation-only event)

Remarks start at 9 a.m.

8:30 - 10 a.m 1964 Coffee and Donuts

East Reading Room, Chalmers Library 400

9 a.m. Morning 5K with ’89ers

Join fellow ’89ers on a brisk 5K walk led by Abbe Jacobson to get your day started! Meet in front of the Lowry Athletic Center

9 - 10 a.m. Historical Tour of South Campus

A historical tour of South Campus, led by former College Historian and Keeper of Kenyoniana Tom Stamp '73. Meet at the north door of the Church of the Holy Spirit

9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Alumni Swim

James A. Steen Aquatic Center, Lowry Center

10 a.m. Organ Concert by Richard Clarke '74

Join us for a mid-morning organ concert where 1974 classmate Richard Clarke will share his talent for music. Church of the Holy Spirit

10 - 11 a.m. Greek Alumni Reception

Join us for mimosas and Bloody Marys. Tent, Cromwell Lawn

10 - 11:15 a.m. All-Reunion Dance/Yoga

For anyone who took dance at Kenyon or just loves to move their body! Join us for a fun, inclusive, shared movement experience. Please spread the word! Bolton Dance Studio

10 a.m. - Noon Christian Reunion 

Alumni from any class are welcome to drop by the Parish House for light refreshments and fellowship at a reception for Kenyon Christian alumni and current students. Wondering what ministry on the Hill looks like these days? Hear briefly from current Christian campus ministry and student leaders at 11 am. Family-friendly, all are welcome. Parish House, 201 W. Brooklyn St.

10 a.m. - Noon College Archives Open House

Special Collections and Archives will have materials from celebrated classes on display in Chalmers L150 (one floor down from the main level of Chalmers Library). View memorabilia from alumni class years ending in 4 or 9! Come see (or sign) the Matriculation Book in the Special Collections and Archives Reading Room, L160, and learn about what the archives has been doing for the Bicentennial. No food or drink allowed; please arrive with clean, dry hands. Special Collections and Archives Reading Room and Classroom, Chalmers L160 and L150 

10 a.m. The African American Great Migration: An Exploration of Peter Rutkoff’s North by South Course

Join Professor Emeritus of American Studies Peter Rutkoff and his former students, Janey Andris ’01, Meredith Crawford ’02, Andrew Kahrl ’01 and Philip Stephenson ’02, as they discuss the highly regarded North by South course. Learn what the course was all about and hear from alumni who were deeply impacted by the experiential, travel-embedded learning experience.

North by South was conducted over the course of six academic years (1997-2000, as well as 2001-2004). Kenyon College students studied the migration of African Americans from South Carolina to New York City, the Mississippi Delta to Chicago, and Birmingham, Alabama, to Pittsburgh and Cleveland under the supervision of National Endowment for the Humanities Distinguished Teaching Professors of History Peter Rutkoff and William Scott. Cheever Room, Finn House

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Gund Gallery Open Hours

Untimed exhibition tours with The Gund staff, no prior scheduling is required to participate. Learn more. Gund Gallery

10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Class of 1989 Pickleball “Open Court”

Lowry Center

11 a.m. Bicentennial Reunion Keynote Featuring United States Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget A. Brink ’91

Sponsored by the Center for the Study of American Democracy. Rosse Hall

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Drawing for Kids at The Annex

Alumni are welcome to discover (or participate in) one of our weekly drawing classes with instructor Sara Keith at The Annex, an extension of The Gund. Informed by The Gund’s growing permanent collection, The Annex offers free art workshops, creative activities and themed public programs that promote "learning with art” as a community. 12 East Gambier Street, Mount Vernon

11:30 - 1:30 p.m. Lunch

Peirce Hall and local restaurants with varying hours

11:30 - 1:30 p.m. Marriott Park Scavenger Hunt Prize Pickup

If you participated in the Marriott Park Scavenger Hunt during the weekend, meet members of the Advancement Office in the Peirce Hall Atrium. Share with them the famous phrase you uncovered from the scrambled letters around campus and pick up your hard-earned Kenyon swag! Peirce Hall Atrium

Noon - 2 p.m. All-Physics Gathering

All-physics gathering at the home of Professor of Physics Paula Turner. 404 Chase Ave.

Noon - 1 p.m. BSU 55th Planning Lunch

12:30 - 4:30 p.m. Class Photos

See below for class-specific times. Steps of Rosse Hall

12:30 50th Class of 1974, 12:45 Perennial (anyone celebrating a reunion beyond their 50th), 1:00 1984, 1:15 2014, 1:30 2009, 1:45 2009, 2:00 2004, 2:15 1994, 2:30 1989, 3:00 1979, 4:30 1999

12:30 p.m. Kokosinger Concert Rehearsal

All Kokes are invited to this rehearsal of large group songs and on Rosse Stage. Rosse Hall

1 p.m. Kenyon Women Rising to the Challenges in Medicine and Public Health: A Conversation with President Kornfeld and Alumnae

Hear from Project Director at the Office of the CNO at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Joan O’Hanlon Curry ’89, Retired Executive Vice President of Women’s Health for Care New England Connie Howes ’75, Pediatrician at Knox Community Hospital Margaret "Maggie" Somple ’99 and Epidemiologist for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention/National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health Andrea Steege ’89 at this panel hosted by Kenyon Women Giving Back. Light refreshments will be provided. Learn more about the panelists here. Paul Newman Room, Lowell House

1 p.m. Place and Purpose: Discover Kenyon’s Bicentennial Book

Take a guided tour of the magnificent book Kenyon has published to mark its bicentennial. Richly illustrated and beautifully written, "Place and Purpose: Kenyon at 200" celebrates the College’s fascinating history and stunning campus — from architectural masterpieces to oddities and hidden nooks — as well as its connections with its rural surroundings. Coeditors David Lynn '76 and Daniel Laskin will highlight the remarkable design features as well as the powerfully vivid essays that make this book a colorful mosaic of quintessentially Kenyon voices and images — one that alumni of all generations will love. Cheever Room, Finn House

1 - 3 p.m. Quarry Chapel Open House 

Quarry Chapel was built in 1863, serving as a parish for stonemasons' families, and was abandoned in 1937. Saved in 1972, the chapel was restored in 2009 and serves today as a community asset, hosting concerts and weddings. Visitors must provide their own transportation. Quarry Chapel (corner of Quarry Chapel and Monroe Mills roads)

1:30 - 3 p.m. Peeps Annual Meeting

Peeps Lounge, Old Kenyon

2 - 3 p.m. Class of 2014 Social

Join your fellow 2014 classmates for a casual get-together, and maybe a few games of Apple Fork! Gazebo at the North Campus Apartments

2 - 3 p.m. Climate, Decarbonization and Sustainability: What's Next for Kenyon's 3rd Century

Kenyon’s new strategic plan, “Foundations for Kenyon’s Third Century,” lays out steps to meet our commitments to foster environmental literacy on campus and to reduce Kenyon's carbon footprint. Achieving carbon neutrality requires innovation in how we operate in areas of energy, infrastructure, land management and transportation as we work to "decarbonize" the campus. Join our distinguished panel moderated by Philip and Sheila Jordan Professor of Environmental Studies and Biology Siobhan Fennessy as they discuss progress in renewable energy technology and industry, as well as how it can be adopted at Kenyon. Panelists will include Engineer and Climate Advocate Adrianne Kimber ’99, Public Relations Consultant for Open Road Renewables Hank Thomas ’24 and Philander Chase Conservancy Board Chair Zali Win ’84. Oden Auditorium, Oden Hall

2 - 4 p.m. Kenyon Poets Reading

To celebrate Kenyon’s long poetry legacy, Kenyon poets Andrew Grace ’01, Anara Guard ’78, Wade Newman ’78 and Daniel Mark Epstein ’70 will each give a reading and present a poem from one of Kenyon’s long list of distinguished forebears. The poets’ books will be available for signing following the reading. Community Foundation Theater, lower level of The Gund (formerly known as the Gund Gallery)

2 - 4 p.m. Round Hill Dairy Ice Cream Truck

Organized by the Class of 2019 Reunion Committee, Round Hill Dairy will be back on campus serving up scoops of their locally made ice cream. College Park Dr. (in front of Peirce)

2 - 4 p.m. Class of 2019 Social 

Join your fellow 2019 classmates for a yard games, selfies with friends and BYO beverages. PLUS, your class committee is sponsoring free ice cream for 2019 alumni from the Round Hill Dairy truck! Ransom Lawn/Peirce Lawn Tents

2 - 4 p.m. Psi-Upsilon Fraternity Open House

All brothers and families are welcome to attend. Psi-Upsilon Lodge, 204 Kokosing Drive

2:30 - 4:30 p.m. P.F. Kluge 'Wordman' Book Signing

Open to all. Celebrate the longtime writer-in-residence and the publication of his 14th book, "Wordman," which includes contributions from Kenyon authors John Green '00, Ransom Riggs '01, Stephanie Mannatt '06, Perry Lentz 64 P'88 and more. “Wordman,” is a writer's journey and career guide by P.F. Kluge ’64, the author of 14 books, dozens of magazine articles and the films, “Dog Day Afternoon” and “Eddie and the Cruisers.” He was Kenyon's writer-in-residence from 1995-2020. And according to George Stone ’95, editor-in-chief of National Geographic Traveler, "’Wordman’ is a master class on living with purpose and writing with passion." Kluge-Hollie Conference Room in Keithley House

3 - 4 p.m. Henry J. Abraham Society Happy Hour Hosted by Kenyon Fund Executive Committee (Invitation-Only Event)

Alumni who support the College with a leadership level gift and members of the Henry J. Abraham Society who have supported the College in each of the three most recent fiscal or calendar years are invited to join the Kenyon Fund Executive Committee in the Abraham Society Lounge. Stop by to chat with annual giving staff, ask a question of one of our Reunion concierges or  take us up on some free snacks, drinks and extra Kenyon-themed amenities, sponsored by Trustee Matt Winkler ’77 H’00 P’13. Gund Game Room

3 p.m. Annual Swim Team Alumni Gathering.

Home of Jim H’14 and Marcie Steen P’01 04, 11370 Kenyon Rd. (Route 308)

3 - 5 p.m. Tintype Photography Booth at The Gund

The Gund invites guests to the gallery to have their pictures taken in the style of 19th-century studio portraiture through a photographic process patented in 1856 by Hamilton Smith, a professor of physics at Kenyon. Learn about Kenyon’s place in the history of photography and take home a unique keepsake. This project is done in collaboration with Columbus-based artist Chris Heidel, who will craft individual tintype portraits for each guest. Behind the Gund Gallery building, near Richard Serra’s "Pivot"

3 - 4 p.m. Class of 1999 25th Presidential Reception

Members of the Class of 1999 are invited to a special reception in honor of their 25th reunion. Lobby of Oden Hall

4 - 5 p.m. The East Wing Association and Alpha Delta Phi Open House Reception

Alpha Delta Phi Lodge (Ganter Price Hall), Kokosing Drive

4 - 5:30 p.m. Class of 1974 Reception

The Gund (formerly known as the Gund Gallery)

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Class of 2009 Social

Join classmates in our designated lounge space for a casual party, beer provided. Class Lounge, McBride 2nd floor

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Class of 2004 Cocktail Hour

Classmates are invited to come together for a signature cocktail, wine and beer options and a commemorative cup. Horn Gallery

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Marriott Park Society Reception

Members of the George Wharton Marriott Society are invited to join the Office of Planned Giving and Advancement staff for a reception on the front porch of the Advancement Office. Refreshments will be provided. Front porch of the Advancement Office, 105 Gaskin Avenue

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Young Alumni Happy Hour

Graduates of the last decade are invited to gather for drinks and snacks on Cromwell Lawn for a pre-soiree happy hour. Cromwell Lawn

5 p.m. The East Wing Association and Alpha Delta Phi Annual Meeting

Alpha Delta Phi Lodge (Ganter Price Hall), Kokosing Drive

5 - 11:30 p.m. Hotel Shuttle

Shuttle will run on a continuous loop from the Registration Center (101 Scott Lane) to the Mount Vernon Grand to the Mount Vernon Inn and then back to campus. This will be an approximate 30-minute loop. The last shuttle will leave campus at 11:30 p.m.

6 - 10 p.m. Kids Care for School-Aged Children

Childcare for school-aged children during the All-Reunion Soiree. Pre-registration is required, and children will need to be checked in and out by an adult listed on their registration form. Multipurpose Room #237, Lowry Center  

6 - 11 p.m. All-Reunion Soiree

Pre-registered guests are invited to this evening of dinner and dancing. Please present your ticket at the door.  Shuttles will run on a continuous loop to the Lowry Center from the Church of the Holy Spirit. Lowry Center, Toan Track

9 p.m. Kokosinger Alumni Concert

No tickets are required; seating is first come, first served. Rosse Hall

9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Peeps Reception

Peeps Lounge, Old Kenyon

11 p.m. All-Reunion Sing

Join your fellow alumni after the Kokosingers concert for a traditional All-Reunion Sing. (View song lyrics.) Rosse Hall steps

11:30 p.m. Kokosingers Post-Concert Social

Weaver Cottage

8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Brunch

Peirce Hall and local restaurants with varying hours

8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Registration Center Open

The registration center will be open for all reunion attendees to return dorm keys. Alumni and Parent Welcome Center, 101 Scott Lane

9 a.m. Class of 1975 Reunion Committee Debrief

Leach Dining Room, Peirce Hall

10 a.m.  Class of 1984 Informal Gathering

Grab your brunch and coffee in the servery and meet your classmates for one final gathering of 1984 classmates. We’ll meet on the patio outside the Alumni Dining Room (lower level Peirce Hall), in case of rain, we’ll be in the Great Hall. Peirce Hall patio

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Class of 1994 Brunch Hosted by Scott Baker ’94 and Marc Bragin

Home of Scott and Marc, 20530 New Gambier Road

10:30 a.m. Alumni Memorial Service and Episcopal Worship Service

Church of the Holy Spirit

1 p.m. Residence Halls Close

Please return your residence hall keys to the registration center prior to 1 p.m. After that time you may return them to the Office of Campus Safety with your name and room number. If keys are not returned you are subject to a $150 lost key fee. Registration Center, Alumni and Parent Welcome Center, 101 Scott Lane