Reunions 2024 Schedule of Events

Princeton Women’s Network Reception

Louis A. Simpson International Building, Atrium - 171 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Welcome back, alumnae! Come mix and mingle with Princeton Women’s Network and show your Tigress Spirit!

Panel of Military Alumni

Robertson Hall, Bowl 001 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Moderator: Colin Jackson ’92, professor, United States Naval War College; Kelley Jones *24, commander, U.S. Navy.

Math Alumni Open House

Fine Hall, Common Room Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Math Alumni Open House.

Screams Before Silence Film Screening

Scharf Family Chabad House, 15 Edwards Place 15 Edwards Place, Princeton, NJ, United States

View Sheryl Sandberg's film, which highlights the acts of sexual violence perpetrated on 10/7, followed by a brief discussion about how we as Princetonians can continue to help repair the devastation in Israel. Amid our joy over Reunions, we take time to bear witness and recall that this year is unlike others in our community's history.

What’s “New” in The New Princeton Companion

East Pyne Hall, Room 010 NJ, United States

In 2022, Princeton University Press published Bob Durkee’s “New Princeton Companion,” an encyclopedic excursion through Princeton history, traditions, personalities, turning points and idiosyncrasies. This talk will uncover some of the book’s hidden gems and reveal some of its surprising discoveries.

Office of Religious Life (ORL) Focus Group: Spirituality and Faith After Princeton

Murray-Dodge Hall - Room 210

Join our focus group to reflect on how your understandings of faith and spirituality were shaped by your time on campus. All members of the Princeton community, of any religious identity or of none, are welcome. For questions, please contact Estela B. Diaz at ebdiaz@princeton.edu.

Design and Curation: Making a New Museum for Princeton

Frist Campus Center, Film and Performance Theatre, Room 301 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Join Museum Director James Steward and Juliana Ochs Dweck, chief curator, for a lively and wide-ranging glimpse into some of the discussions that are shaping the new Museum, due to open in 2025.

AI@Princeton: PLI Launch Talks

Alexander Hall, Richardson Auditorium Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Faculty from Princeton Language and Intelligence (PLI) will present short talks around the following themes: How large AI models work; societal impacts of AI; and AI for research: applications across disciplines. PLI is a provost initiative focusing on the deep understanding, informed design and cross-disciplinary applications of large AI models in the service of humanity.

Reception: Introducing SPIA’s Program in Law and Public Policy

Robertson Hall, Bernstein Gallery Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Princeton’s Program in Law and Public Policy (P*LAW) invites alumni and guests—lawyers and law-curious alike—for champagne and dessert at a reception launching the new program. As part of the School of Public and International Affairs, P*LAW follows in the tradition of Princeton’s great law and public affairs programs engaging leading legal scholars and practitioners in the work of solving the complex policy problems of the 21st century.

Class of 1964 Medical Forum: What Is Right and What Is Wrong With American Medicine in 2024?

McDonnell Hall, Room A02 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Many people say that American Medicine is broken — too expensive; too inequitable; too impersonal. Yet new drugs and innovative treatments have dramatically improved disease prognoses and outcomes. How can American Medicine become better? The Class of 1964 invites all alumni to join us and bring their questions for our panelists.

The Princeton-C.S. Lewis Nexus: Tigers Touched by Jack

Robertson Hall, Bowl 002 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Celebrating the 50th reunion of the Class of 1974, the C.S. Lewis Society, founded at Princeton in the 1970s, welcomes Louis A. Markos (Ph.D., U of Michigan), professor in English, Scholar in Residence, and Robert H. Ray Chair in Humanities at Houston Christian University.

The Great Escape From Net Zero Hunger Games

Lewis Library, Bowl 120 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

“Net Zero” restrictions on emissions from agriculture and fossil fuels are scientifically unjustified. Yet these restrictions threaten the livelihoods of farmers and exacerbate world hunger. The solution is to avoid mandates that restrict free-market agriculture and energy. Our expert panelists will examine why we must choose food sovereignty over climate alarmism: no Farmers, no food, no freedom. Sponsored by the Conservative Princeton Association.

Princeton University Band Alumni Arch

Bloomberg Arch Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Princeton University Band alumni are invited to participate in a traditional Arch Gig with the current membership. Come dance to the band’s cadences!

TigerNet Office Hours

Maclean House, First Floor Library Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Sponsored by University Advancement

Chemical and Biological Engineering Alumni/ae and Family Ice Cream Social

Engineering Quadrangle, Conference Room A210 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

We are extremely excited to celebrate Reunions once again this year and welcome our alumni back to the EQuad! We hope to see you at our annual CBE Alumni and Family Ice Cream Social!

Tales of P-rades Past: Marching to Prospect Street, 1897-1992

Frist Campus Center Rm. 302 NJ, United States

While not a formal history, this photo-filled presentation takes a look at amusing features of the Prospect Street era that are never seen in P-rades today, as well as the raucous origins of some things we do see now. Sponsored by the Alumni Council Committee on Reunions.

Reunions Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference: Fireside Chat

Friend Center, Auditorium 101 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Craig Arnold, Princeton's Vice Dean for Innovation interviews a titan among women entrepreneurs, Andrea Jung '79. Over her career at the helm as Chairman and CEO of Avon Products and now as CEO of Grameen America, a microfinance company that has invested $4 billion in loan capital to female entrepreneurs. Andrea has been a strong voice in support of women in business, earning her accolades as Fortune's "Most Powerful Women in Business" and Forbes' "Most Powerful Women in the World."

MLP Friday Jummah Prayer

Murray-Dodge Hall, Rooms 102, 103, 104 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

The Muslim community is welcome to join in our Friday Jummah worship with Imam Abdallah.

Our Legacy, Our Latinas: A Panel Conversation

Carl A. Fields Center, Large Multipurpose Room Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Please join ALPA in honoring the legacy of the first graduating classes of Latinas by engaging with their stories and recollections as we celebrate more than 50 years of women trailblazing in the University. The event will feature several panelists and time will be provided for Q&A.

Football – Alumni Game

Finney and Campbell Fields Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Sponsored by the Princeton Football Association

Tigers Fan Fest 2024

Jadwin Gym Jadwyn Gymnasium, Princeton, NJ, United States

Join Princeton Athletics coaches and student-athletes for "Tiger FanFest." Highlights include carnival treats, face painter, caricature artist, balloonist, inflatable fun, giveaways and more.

Art World Alumni Networking Lunch

Chancellor Green, Cafe (Lower Level). Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Alumni working in the arts are invited to mix and mingle at this networking lunch.

Reunions Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference: Realign Education — Transforming Education through Social Entrepreneurship

Friend Center, Bowl 006 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

This panel discussion will delve into the pioneering realm of social entrepreneurship as a powerful catalyst for systemic change in the K-16 education landscape. Our distinguished panelists will share their unique journeys in launching innovative ventures aimed at disrupting and realigning educational paradigms to better serve the holistic needs of our nation, communities, families, and students. The conversation will cover the challenges and opportunities encountered in reimagining educational models, fostering equitable access, and nurturing environments that promote lifelong learning and adaptability.

Reunions Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference: The Climate Investment Opportunity: Exploring the Roles of Capital, Industry, and Startups in Achieving Net-Zero Emissions

Friend Center, Auditorium 101 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

The climate transition of our society will require the active participation of investors and entrepreneurs. Please join our panel of experts to learn how climate, climate tech and cleantech are the frontiers of our battle to save the planet and a singular opportunity to do well and do good at the same time.

Orange Key Campus Tour

36 University Place, Admission Welcome Center Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Refresh your knowledge of campus with an Orange Key tour given by a current Orange Key tour guide.

Swim Team Alumni BBQ

DeNunzio Pool Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

The Swim Team will be hosting an alumni swimming BBQ event.

All-Service Military Alumni Picnic Lunch

Frist South Lawn Tent Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Join fellow military alumni of all services for a picnic lunch. We will hold the annual meetings of Alumni & Friends of ROTC and PVETS after the lunch.

Great Minds Matter: Western Civilization and the Liberal Arts

McDonnell Hall, Room A02 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

A Princeton University Reunions lecture with Ben Sasse, President of the University of Florida and former United States Senator from Nebraska, in conversation with Robert P. George, McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program.

America the Beautiful, from Sea to Shining Sea

Robertson Hall, Bowl 16 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Moderator: Professor Ariel Rogers '08. Speakers: Marielle Villar Martiney '14, Regis Pecos '77, Dr. Kevon Rhiney, Peggy Shepard (Ex Dir WE ACT). Sponsored by Concerned Black Alumni of Princeton (CBAP).

Tiger Tales Story Time: “Latte’s Broadway Boogie Woogie” Picture Book Reading and Craft

Cotsen Children’s Library, Firestone Library Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Join us for a very special story time in the Cotsen Children’s Library in Firestone! Author and illustrator Laura Ann Trimble Elbogen ’07 will be reading her book, “Latte’s Broadway Boogie Woogie,” followed by a creative hands-on craft! Intended for children ages 3-5, the program is first-come, first-served as space allows.

Men’s Basketball Chalk Talk

McDonnell Hall - Room A01

Hear from head men’s basketball coach Mitch Henderson and his staff on a recap of the past season and a look ahead to the 2024-2025 season.

An Energy and Sustainability Model for the World: Princeton’s Campus becomes a Battery

Stadium Drive Garage Waiting Area Princeton, United States

Celebrate Princeton University’s transition to heating and cooling campus through the newly installed geo-exchange system. This event will exhibit this singular moment in Princeton’s campus energy infrastructure transition from combustion-based energy to renewable-based energy.

Crisis for Israel, Crisis for American Jews: What’s Next?

Scharf Family Chabad House, 15 Edwards Place 15 Edwards Place, Princeton, NJ, United States

A discussion with Owen Alterman ’99, senior correspondent, i24 News; Ilya Shapiro ’99, director of constitutional studies, Manhattan Institute; and Leah Powell ’26, vice president of the Chabad Student Board.

Annual Meeting of the Alumni Council and Awards for Service to Princeton

Alexander Hall, Richardson Auditorium Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Come join your fellow alumni for the annual meeting of the Alumni Council. Hear updates from President of the Alumni Association and Chair of the Alumni Council Monica Moore Thompson ’89 and University President Christopher L. Eisgruber ’83. Celebrate the recipients of the Award for Service to Princeton and Reunions awards and learn the results of the Trustee election.

Understanding Keys to Board Effectiveness – A #PrincetonStar Event

Frist Campus Center, Room 330 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Join us for a training on non-profit board service led by Lisette Nieves *01,  President at Fund for the City of New York, and learn how to effectively manage change and make a positive impact in your community. Enhance your skills and knowledge in governing a non-profit organization and become a more effective board member. This #PrincetonStar event is open to everyone.

Future Economic Prospects: A Markets View

Robertson Hall 100, Arthur Lewis Auditorium NJ, United States

Remarks by Blair Effron ’84, co-founder and partner, Centerview Partners, Investment Banking.Moderated by: Alan Blinder ’67, Gordon S. Rentschler Memorial Professor of Economics and Public Affairs at Princeton University, former vice chair of the Federal Reserve Board and former member of the President’s Council of Economic Advisers.

Creating a Rewarding Retirement: A Discussion with ’79 Classmates

Madison Hall, Mathey Common Room

An informative interactive session to explore enriching and rewarding activities one might do in retirement. A “living room like” conversation with discussion leaders from the Class of ’79 covering topics including volunteerism, new careers, travel, leisure and hobbies.

EAS Panel: Getting Students to East Asia

Jones Hall, Room 100 Princeton, United States

The Department of East Asian Studies invites you to attend a panel discussion on getting students to East Asia in the post-pandemic period.

Reunions Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference: Developing Creativity: Everyone Has It

Friend Center, Bowl 004 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

This workshop will help you to understand how, when, why, where and with whom you are creative and how to use your creativity to be innovative. It will also extend your understanding of creativity and innovation to be able to work with those around you to design more desirable futures for yourself and others.

Art Museum Store’s Pop-Up Shop

Murray-Dodge Hall Lawn, Art Museum Tent NJ, United States

Visit the Art Museum Store’s Pop-Up Shop for an artistic assortment of tiger gifts, including jewelry, totes, scarves, notecards, kids’ art supplies, logo merch and so much more!

Battle of the Alumni Bands

U-Store Courtyard Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Bands participating include: P.U.R.E: undergrads; Scanderlous: grad alumni P.U.R.E: Alumni 2019; Jonathan Rusch: 1974; Jim Freund (90th Birthday): 1956; Pardon my French: grad school; Your Nightly Zeitgeist: 2009; The Funstigators: 1984. Sponsored by the Alumni Association of Princeton University.

Petey Greene Reunions Event: “Tell Your Story”

Frist Campus Center - North Arcade

The Giving Tent will be a networking opportunity for alumni to reconnect with the Pace Center and the Petey Greene Program, the organizations they volunteered with during their tenure at Princeton.

Orange Key Alumni Reception

36 University Place, Admission Welcome Center Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Celebrate and foster community amongst Orange Key Tour Guides, past and present.

Building Solidarity without Hate: Contending with Antisemitism and Liberation Movements

Frist Campus Center Rm. 302 NJ, United States

Moderator: Aron Goldman*01, trainer/advisor, ABFE: A Philanthropic Partnership for Black Communities. Panelists: Nyle Fort *21, assistant professor, African American and African Diaspora studies, Columbia University; David Mednicoff ’82, director, Middle Eastern studies, University of Massachusetts Amherst; Andrew Wilkes, chief policy and advocacy officer, Generation Citizen.

“Did You Hear the News? Is Local Journalism Dead?”

Carl C. Icahn Laboratory, Room 101 and Atrium Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

With Ken Hall ’71, former editor of the Brattleboro (VT) News; Robbie Shell ’71, essayist with the Wall Street Journal and teacher of writing at the University of Pennsylvania; Bob Warner ’71, reporter formerly with the Philadelphia Inquirer and now Board president of the Chestnut Hill Local weekly.

TIGER Tour

TIGER Facility

Celebrate Princeton University’s transition to heating and cooling campus through the newly installed geo-exchange system with a tour of the Thermally Integrated Geo-Exchange Resource (TIGER) facility. Sponsored by the Princeton University Office of Sustainability.

Classics Alumni Brunch

East Pyne Hall, Prentice Memorial Library, Room 143 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Sponsored by the Department of Classics

Reunions Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference: Innovation in the Academy – Princeton Faculty Solving Policy and Social Challenges

Friend Center, Auditorium 101 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Princeton faculty are leading groundbreaking research and making positive societal impacts across a range of policy and social entrepreneurial endeavours. This panel is comprised of several faculty members who will talk to their entrepreneurial efforts. Sponsored by the Princeton Entrepreneurship Council.

Reunions Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference: Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Friend Center, Bowl 004 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Participate in this interactive workshop and fireside chat that empower leaders and founders to identify and apply the skills and traits associated with an entrepreneurial mindset. During this session, we will delve into what these skills and traits are, how they relate to and appear in the entrepreneur's journey, and how participants can develop them in their own journeys. Workshop leaders: Christine Galib '08 and Ben Sorkin '17.

“Take It or Leave It” Tent

East Pyne Hall, South Lawn Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Sponsored by the Alumni Council Committee on Princetoniana and the Alumni Council Committee on Reunions

Reunions 2024 Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference & Startup Competition

Friend Center Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Princeton Entrepreneurship Council (PEC) cordially invites all alumni returning to campus for Reunions to join us for this year’s Reunions 2024 Tiger Entrepreneurs Conference and Startup Competition featuring several panel discussions and workshops that explore purpose-driven entrepreneurship and other topics of interest to founders, funders, and the entrepreneurially curious. Click for details & registration!

Princeton Presbyterians Labyrinth

Nassau Presbyterian Church, Niles Chapel, 61 Nassau St Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Self-guided contemplative space in the midst of Reunions.

Regional Leaders Breakfast

Chancellor Green Rotunda Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Regional Leaders Breakfast, sponsored by the Alumni Council Committee on Regional Associations (CORA).

Coffee With the Friends of Princeton University Library

Firestone Library, Lobby Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Stop by Firestone Library lobby and join the Friends of Princeton University Library for coffee, juice and pastries. Learn more about how members of the Friends and Student Friends share their bibliophilic interests while contributing to the Library’s mission.

Class of 1970 Bird Walk

Charles H. Rogers Wildlife Refuge Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Winnie Spar, expert birder and guide.

BODYPUMP™ – A #PrincetonStar Event

BODYPUMP™ is a results-driven barbell class, combining traditional strength and functional training with heart pumping music for maximum results! This class appeals to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. This #PrincetonStar event is open to everyone. Sponsored by the Association of Princeton Graduate Alumni and the Recent Alumni Engagement Committee.

Princeton’s All-Nighter Reunions Show

Frist Campus Center, Film and Performance Theatre, Room 301 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

All-Nighter is Princeton’s first and only late-night talk show. We run five regular shows in Frist Theatre throughout the year, and each episode features interviews with a guest, as well as student performances, comedy sketches and more!

Katzenjammers Alumni Arch Sing

Blair Arch Princeton, NJ, United States

At this arch, seniors will be performing their solos and the senior song.

Late Night Entertainment: APGA

APGA Headquarters (Cuyler-1903 Courtyard) Princeton, United States

APGA will be revisiting its hit drag show, led by the talented and fabulous Angel Mirage @angelmiragephdiva (Gaybe Moore *21), and featuring performances by other fantastic acts sure to dazzle and delight! All Reunions attendees with a wristband are welcome.⁠

Gary Walters ’67 PVC Awards Banquet

Jadwin Gym Jadwyn Gymnasium, Princeton, NJ, United States

Celebrating the Princeton Athletics Class of 2024. Visit PrincetonVarsityClub.org for event tickets and more information.

Beer Tasting and Art Tours

Murray-Dodge Hall Lawn, Art Museum Tent NJ, United States

Chat with Museum staff and sip local beers at the Reunions Tent, then walk down the street to view the exhibition at Art@Bainbridge.

Reunion Event: Alumni for Africa

Louis A. Simpson International Building Tent Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Princeton University alumni from the African continent will gather to reconnect, break bread together and share ideas to support the continent.

NES Reunions

Jones Hall, Room 202 Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Meet and greet alumni and current NES Community.

Romantic Rocks, Indigenous Traces: Poetry, Geology and Empire in Early America (A GradShares Event)

Princeton University Press Lobby - 41 William St.

How did geology dictate America’s expansion westward throughout the 19th century? How did rocks prophesy Manifest Destiny, and how did indigenous peoples resist such prophecies? This talk will explore these questions through two writers who had tremendous agency over the colonial, industrial and literary development of the Great Lakes region in the early 19th century: the geologist Henry Rowe Schoolcraft and the Ojibwe poet Jane Johnston Schoolcraft.

Puzzles & Pastries

Fine Hall, B08, StudioLab NJ, United States

Join us in the StudioLab to learn more about the CST, enjoy some treats and take home your own Tiger Reunions puzzle!

Art Museum Store’s Pop-Up Shop

Murray-Dodge Hall Lawn, Art Museum Tent NJ, United States

Visit the Art Museum Store’s Pop-Up Shop for an artistic assortment of tiger gifts, including jewelry, totes, scarves, notecards, kids’ art supplies, logo merch and so much more!

Medieval Studies Reunion Panel

Wallace Hall Wallace Hall, Room 300, Princeton, United States

Join the Program in Medieval Studies for a reunion panel featuring current and previous directors. Reunion 2024 attendees will hear about recent program developments, partnerships across the University and opportunities for future success.

Princeton University Concerts Reception and Installation Celebrating the Healing with Music Series

Lewis Arts Complex, Forum Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Dasha Koltunyuk ’15 will speak about PUC's Healing with Music series — a series she conceived in 2022 and curates—and will speak about other alumni involvement in the series, including writer Suleika Jaouad ’10 and embroidery artist Diana Weymar ’91. This reception will also mark the opening of an art installation by Diana Weymar '91, on display in the Forum at the Lewis Center for the Arts through Reunions weekend. The exhibit includes work by local community members, created as part the community art project “Interwoven Stories of Healing with Music," a collaboration between Weymar and PUC. The exhibit will also include works related to Princetoniana that Weymar created in collaboration with Jaouad, John McPhee '53, and Professor Joyce Carol Oates. Refreshments will be served.

Annual Class Officer Luncheon

Chancellor Green Rotunda Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, United States

Sponsored by the Alumni Association of Princeton University