Events listed here are subject to change
This version of the schedule was last updated on Monday, June 2. Event details may still be subject to change and the most up-to-date information will be available at the two registration sites on campus during Reunion Weekend.
- Thursday, June 5
- Friday, June 6
- Saturday, June 7
- Sunday, June 8
- Arrival Instructions
- Class & Cluster Hospitality Centers
Thursday, June 5
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5 p.m.
Residence halls open for reunion guests.
6 p.m.
James Wallace Society Dinner
By invitation only, for those who have included Macalester in their estate plans.
By invitation only, for those who have included Macalester in their estate plans.
8:30 p.m.
Class of 1958 Welcome Gathering
Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Avenue
(former President’s House)
Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Avenue
(former President’s House)
Friday, June 6
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7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
All-Class Breakfast Buffet
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Golden Scots Society Induction Ceremony
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Honoring members of the Class of 1958 on the 50th anniversary of their graduation. Each member of the class will receive a commemorative medallion and be inducted into the Golden Scots.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Honoring members of the Class of 1958 on the 50th anniversary of their graduation. Each member of the class will receive a commemorative medallion and be inducted into the Golden Scots.
11:30 a.m.
Class of 1958 Photo
Ramp outside chapel
Ramp outside chapel
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
All-Class Lunch Buffet
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Golden Scots Society Luncheon
Kagin Commons, Alexander G. Hill Ballroom
For all who have already celebrated their 50-year reunion, plus special recognition for those observing their 55-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 75-year reunions.
Kagin Commons, Alexander G. Hill Ballroom
For all who have already celebrated their 50-year reunion, plus special recognition for those observing their 55-, 60-, 65-, 70-, and 75-year reunions.
11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Golden Scots Society Luncheon for Class of 1958
Olin-Rice Science Building, Smail Gallery
Follow the Piper to a luncheon celebrating the Class of 1958's induction into the Golden Scots.
Olin-Rice Science Building, Smail Gallery
Follow the Piper to a luncheon celebrating the Class of 1958's induction into the Golden Scots.
1:30 – 5 p.m.
Back to Class: Faculty Lectures
Open to all! Come back and hear a few more words from your favorite professor, or meet the next generation of favorites. Each lecture is 40 minutes.
View list of sessions
| Weyerhaeuser
Board Room Kristi Curry Rogers Kelly MacGregor Raymond Rogers Susan Fox |
Carnegie 06 Linda Schulte-Sasse Suzanne Savanick Hansen Raymond Robertson James Laine |
2 – 3 p.m.
Class of 1948 Capital City Trolley Tour
Board the trolley at the northeast corner of Macalester Street and Grand Avenue
Board the trolley at the northeast corner of Macalester Street and Grand Avenue
2 – 4 p.m.
Class of 1958 Bus Tour (limited to 50)
Board at Weyerhaeuser Hall, 62 Macalester Street
Tour St. Paul neighborhoods with Professor David Lanegran ’63.
Board at Weyerhaeuser Hall, 62 Macalester Street
Tour St. Paul neighborhoods with Professor David Lanegran ’63.
2 – 4 p.m.
Class of 1958 Tour of Japanese Gardens and Como Park
Meet at Weyerhaeuser Hall, 62 Macalester Street
Walking tour of the Japanese Garden and Tea House, Conservatory, and new Visitor Center led by hosts Larry and Marlene Teien, Class of 1958, who have shown visitors the beautiful symbolism in the Japanese Garden for seven years.
Meet at Weyerhaeuser Hall, 62 Macalester Street
Walking tour of the Japanese Garden and Tea House, Conservatory, and new Visitor Center led by hosts Larry and Marlene Teien, Class of 1958, who have shown visitors the beautiful symbolism in the Japanese Garden for seven years.
2:30 p.m.
Walking Tour of Campus
Meet at the Bell Tower
Led by a Macalester student.
Meet at the Bell Tower
Led by a Macalester student.
3 – 4 p.m.
Capital City Trolley Tour for All Classes
Board trolley at northeast corner of Macalester Street and Grand Avenue
Travel back in time with a narrated tour of Macalester, Summit, Grand, and Selby Avenues.
Board trolley at northeast corner of Macalester Street and Grand Avenue
Travel back in time with a narrated tour of Macalester, Summit, Grand, and Selby Avenues.
5 – 6:30 p.m.
Reception for Reunion Planning Committee MembersHome of President Brian Rosenberg and Dr. Carol Rosenberg, 1635 Summit Avenue
5 p.m.
Classes of 1933 – 1953 Gatherings and Casual Dinners
Location provided on dinner ticket.
Location provided on dinner ticket.
5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Class of 1958 Social and Art Show Opening
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Art Gallery
Featuring works by Class of 1958 alumni.
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center, Art Gallery
Featuring works by Class of 1958 alumni.
5:30 – 8 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Class of 1983 Gathering with Green Mill Pizza
Bigelow Courtyard
Followed by a party at the home of classmates Matt Entenza and Lois Quam. Directions on the back of your ticket.
Bigelow Courtyard
Followed by a party at the home of classmates Matt Entenza and Lois Quam. Directions on the back of your ticket.
6 p.m.
Classes of 1978, ’79 & ’80 Gathering
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Courtyard (South side)
Featuring food from Pizza Luce.
Janet Wallace Fine Arts Courtyard (South side)
Featuring food from Pizza Luce.
6:30 p.m.
Class of 1958 Dinner
Kagin Commons, Alexander G. Hill Ballroom
Informal class dinner with a conversation about students today and a discussion of 50-year survey results.
Kagin Commons, Alexander G. Hill Ballroom
Informal class dinner with a conversation about students today and a discussion of 50-year survey results.
6:30 p.m.
Fresh Concepts Reunion Performance
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Mary Gwen Owen Stage (South End of Dining Area)
Some of the founding members of the Fresh Concepts comedy troupe reunite for a special Reunion Weekend show. Sponsored by the Class of 1998.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Mary Gwen Owen Stage (South End of Dining Area)
Some of the founding members of the Fresh Concepts comedy troupe reunite for a special Reunion Weekend show. Sponsored by the Class of 1998.
7 p.m.
Classes of 1988, ’89 & ’90 Gathering
Tent on Kagin Lawn
Tent on Kagin Lawn
7:30 p.m.
Class of 1998 Gathering
Olin Rice, Smail Gallery
Olin Rice, Smail Gallery
7:30 p.m.
Class of 2003 Gathering
Tent on Kagin Lawn
Tent on Kagin Lawn
8:30 – 10:30 p.m.
The Johnny Owen Band Performs
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Mary Gwen Owen Stage (South End of Dining Area)
Featuring Connie Villars, Class of 1958.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Mary Gwen Owen Stage (South End of Dining Area)
Featuring Connie Villars, Class of 1958.
9 p.m.
Class of 1958 Informal Gathering
Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Ave.
Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Ave.
10:30 – 11:30 p.m.
Play Your Favorites on the Jukebox!
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, South End
After the Johnny Owen Band performs, keep on dancing to your favorite hits.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, South End
After the Johnny Owen Band performs, keep on dancing to your favorite hits.
Saturday, June 7
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7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
All-Class Breakfast Buffet with Table Topics
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
Join a table to discuss one of several interesting topics including Cherishing the Differences Among the World Religions, led by Henry Ruf '58; 'Global' Then and 'Global' Now, led by Thomas Johnson '58; and Eating Locally at Macalester, led by Lori Hartzell, Manager, Bon Appetit.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
Join a table to discuss one of several interesting topics including Cherishing the Differences Among the World Religions, led by Henry Ruf '58; 'Global' Then and 'Global' Now, led by Thomas Johnson '58; and Eating Locally at Macalester, led by Lori Hartzell, Manager, Bon Appetit.
8 a.m.
Alumni Fun Run/Walk to the River
Gather in front of the Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House on Summit Avenue for a run or walk to the river. Refreshments provided. Sponsored by the M Club. Open to all.
Gather in front of the Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House on Summit Avenue for a run or walk to the river. Refreshments provided. Sponsored by the M Club. Open to all.
8:30 – 10:30 a.m.
Class of 1963 Continental Breakfast
Library, Harmon Room
Retreat, relax, reconnect. An opportunity to take conversation and connecting to a more substantive level, and to take a deeper look at what we have found meaningful in our lives.
Library, Harmon Room
Retreat, relax, reconnect. An opportunity to take conversation and connecting to a more substantive level, and to take a deeper look at what we have found meaningful in our lives.
9 a.m.
That the World May Know: Bearing Witness to Atrocity
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Lecture by Jim Dawes, associate professor of English and author of a new book exploring the roles and complexities of storytelling in humanitarian work. Sponsored by the Classes of 1988, ’89, & ’90. Open to all.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Lecture by Jim Dawes, associate professor of English and author of a new book exploring the roles and complexities of storytelling in humanitarian work. Sponsored by the Classes of 1988, ’89, & ’90. Open to all.
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Our Lives in Education
Weyerhaeuser Board Room
Many alumni from the Class of 1958 chose to become educators. We will discuss how our time at Macalester influenced this decision and how the challenges of classroom teaching changed over the years. Later, more recent teaching alumni join us as we examine the status of education in today’s world. Sponsored by the Class of 1958.
Weyerhaeuser Board Room
Many alumni from the Class of 1958 chose to become educators. We will discuss how our time at Macalester influenced this decision and how the challenges of classroom teaching changed over the years. Later, more recent teaching alumni join us as we examine the status of education in today’s world. Sponsored by the Class of 1958.
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Tennis Camp
Tennis Courts
For kids ages 4 to 18, with tennis pro Mike Vidmar '89.
Tennis Courts
For kids ages 4 to 18, with tennis pro Mike Vidmar '89.
10:30 a.m. – Noon
Soccer Camp
The Soccer Field
For kids ages 5 to 15 with Scots soccer coach John Leaney.
The Soccer Field
For kids ages 5 to 15 with Scots soccer coach John Leaney.
10:30 a.m.
Leonard Center Virtual Tour
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 425
Come hear how the 10-lane pool, 200-meter indoor track, new gymnasium, fitness center, activity rooms and other fine features of the new athletic and wellness center will enhance the Macalester community. The facility will open on August 11, 2008 and house Macalester's health services office and the athletics department.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 425
Come hear how the 10-lane pool, 200-meter indoor track, new gymnasium, fitness center, activity rooms and other fine features of the new athletic and wellness center will enhance the Macalester community. The facility will open on August 11, 2008 and house Macalester's health services office and the athletics department.
10:30 – 11:45 a.m.
From College Student to College Parent
Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 350
A panel of alumni who currently have children in college and have survived the process. Featuring Brian Lindeman ’89, director of financial aid at Macalester. Sponsored by the Class of 1983. Open to all.
Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 350
A panel of alumni who currently have children in college and have survived the process. Featuring Brian Lindeman ’89, director of financial aid at Macalester. Sponsored by the Class of 1983. Open to all.
10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Being Green at Macalester
Meet in Olin Rice Science Center, Room 250
Learn about Mac’s new initiatives for sustainability including a walking tour of the gardens, green roofs, and the wind turbine. A Class of 1958 event.
Meet in Olin Rice Science Center, Room 250
Learn about Mac’s new initiatives for sustainability including a walking tour of the gardens, green roofs, and the wind turbine. A Class of 1958 event.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Zero Waste All-Class Picnic
Tent on Lawn
Gather for an old-fashioned barbecue with live music and festive entertainment for the whole family including tarot reading, face painting, caricatures, palm reading, and music. Our emcee, President Brian Rosenberg, will present door prizes and the award for highest class attendance. Be sure to recycle properly. Instructions on tables and at compostable bins. Photo Tent will be open during the picnic.
Tent on Lawn
Gather for an old-fashioned barbecue with live music and festive entertainment for the whole family including tarot reading, face painting, caricatures, palm reading, and music. Our emcee, President Brian Rosenberg, will present door prizes and the award for highest class attendance. Be sure to recycle properly. Instructions on tables and at compostable bins. Photo Tent will be open during the picnic.
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
All-Class Book Discussion
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
President Rosenberg moderates a discussion of this year’s Reunion all-class reading, Atonement by Ian McEwan.
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
President Rosenberg moderates a discussion of this year’s Reunion all-class reading, Atonement by Ian McEwan.
1:30 – 3 p.m.
Film Screening of It Came From Another World
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center,
John B. Davis Lecture Hall
See a film made by Mike Mason, Class of 1998.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center,
John B. Davis Lecture Hall
See a film made by Mike Mason, Class of 1998.
1:30 – 4 p.m.
“The Lounge”
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 225
Living room setting for informal discussions with Mac professors and staff. Sponsored by the Class of 2003.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 225
Living room setting for informal discussions with Mac professors and staff. Sponsored by the Class of 2003.
1:30 p.m.
Pickup Soccer Game
Soccer Field
Everyone welcome. Sponsored by the Classes of 1988, '89 & '90. Everyone welcome.
Soccer Field
Everyone welcome. Sponsored by the Classes of 1988, '89 & '90. Everyone welcome.
1:30 p.m.
The Adventures of Juan Bobo Puppet Show
Meet at the Bell Tower
Inspired by a Puerto Rican folk character, this puppet show produced by Open Eye Figure Theatre (website) tells of a world turned upside-down by three devils. Juan Bobo, or "Foolish John," must set off and make things right again. Performed in a combination of Spanish and English. Family-friendly. Was a huge hit last year, so bring the kids and your favorite lawn blanket.
2:30 – 4 p.m.
Fine Wine Tasting (Limited to 75)
Carnegie, Room 06
Join Warren Gregory, Class of 1981, an experienced evaluator of fine wine. He has worked in the hotel, restaurant and wine business for 26 years. He achieved certification from the International Court of Master Sommeliers and is currently working as a restaurant wine consultant for New France Imports where he leads educational seminars and designs wine lists and training manuals.
Carnegie, Room 06
Join Warren Gregory, Class of 1981, an experienced evaluator of fine wine. He has worked in the hotel, restaurant and wine business for 26 years. He achieved certification from the International Court of Master Sommeliers and is currently working as a restaurant wine consultant for New France Imports where he leads educational seminars and designs wine lists and training manuals.
2:45 – 3:45 a.m.
Being Green at Macalester
Meet in the Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 250
Learn about Mac’s new initiatives for sustainability including a walking tour of the gardens, the green roofs and the wind turbine.
Meet in the Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 250
Learn about Mac’s new initiatives for sustainability including a walking tour of the gardens, the green roofs and the wind turbine.
2:45 – 3:45 p.m.
What Happens After Loss?
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 309
The Class of 1958 gathers to share stories about who they have become after experiencing great loss. Moderated by Janet Hautzenrader Mattox '57.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 309
The Class of 1958 gathers to share stories about who they have become after experiencing great loss. Moderated by Janet Hautzenrader Mattox '57.
3 p.m.
Leonard Center Virtual Tour
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 425
Come hear how the 10-lane pool, 200-meter indoor track, new gymnasium, fitness center, activity rooms and other fine features of the new athletic and wellness center will enhance the Macalester community. The facility will open on August 11, 2008 and house Macalester's health services office and the athletics department.
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 425
Come hear how the 10-lane pool, 200-meter indoor track, new gymnasium, fitness center, activity rooms and other fine features of the new athletic and wellness center will enhance the Macalester community. The facility will open on August 11, 2008 and house Macalester's health services office and the athletics department.
3 – 4 p.m.
Class of 1983 Survey Discussion
Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 350
Psychology Professor Kendrick Brown presents an analysis of responses to the 25-year class survey. A panel of classmates and and Dean of Students Jim Hoppe will talk about students today and will highlight survey results they find particularly interesting.
Olin-Rice Science Center, Room 350
Psychology Professor Kendrick Brown presents an analysis of responses to the 25-year class survey. A panel of classmates and and Dean of Students Jim Hoppe will talk about students today and will highlight survey results they find particularly interesting.
3 p.m.
Friends of Bill and Bob
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 303
DeWitt Wallace Library, Room 303
3:15 p.m.
Walking Tour of the Campus
Meet at the Bell Tower
Led by a Macalester student.
Meet at the Bell Tower
Led by a Macalester student.
4 p.m.
The Macalester Pipe Band Performs on the Lawn
4:30 p.m.
Alumni Awards Convocation
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
President Rosenberg and Alumni Board President Jill Lenhardt '95, will preside over a music-filled ceremony honoring the 2008 Alumni
Award recipients, who are:
Alumni Distinguished Citizens (details)
Charlotte Anderson Tripet ’53
Karlyn Kohrs Campbell ’58
Joan Swanson Velasquez ’63
Roya Mohagheghi Ansari ’83
Katherine Maehr ’89
Young Alumni Award (details)
Lorne Lieb ’98
Catharine Lealtad Service to Society Award (details)
J. Michael Gonzalez-Campoy ’83
Alumni Service Award (details)
David Lanegran ’63
New Members of the Golden Scots Society
The Class of 1958
5-7 p.m.
Photo Tent Open
On the Lawn
On the Lawn
5:30 p.m.
All-Class Social
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Bateman Plaza
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Bateman Plaza
6:30 p.m.
Class Dinners for 1953, 1948, 1943, and earlier
7 p.m.
Class Dinners for 1958 – 2003
Join your classmates for the most popular event of the weekend. Class dinner location will be printed on your dinner ticket. Reservations required.
Join your classmates for the most popular event of the weekend. Class dinner location will be printed on your dinner ticket. Reservations required.
9 – 10 p.m.
Scots Pride Reception
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Student Lounge
Join LGBT alumni and friends for drinks and conversation.
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Student Lounge
Join LGBT alumni and friends for drinks and conversation.
9 p.m. – Midnight
Martinis and More
Tent on the Lawn
After dinner join friends and listen to Ginger Commodore, considered to be one of the premier jazz vocalists in the Upper Midwest, who has been performing for many years, including touring the U.S. as a long-time member of Sounds of Blackness — a group founded by Gary Hines ’74. She currently performs with the jazz ensemble Moore by Four.
Tent on the Lawn
After dinner join friends and listen to Ginger Commodore, considered to be one of the premier jazz vocalists in the Upper Midwest, who has been performing for many years, including touring the U.S. as a long-time member of Sounds of Blackness — a group founded by Gary Hines ’74. She currently performs with the jazz ensemble Moore by Four.
Sunday, June 8
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8 a.m. – Noon
Dorm Checkout
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
All-Class Hot Breakfast Buffet
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center
10:30 a.m.
Prayer Service
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Led by K.P. Hong, Protestant Chaplain
Weyerhaeuser Memorial Chapel
Led by K.P. Hong, Protestant Chaplain
Arrival Instructions
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When you arrive, visit the appropriate registration site and pick up your information packet.
- For all classes
except 1958:
Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus Center, Room 207 - For the Class of 1958:
Alumni House, 1644 Summit Avenue
(former president’s house)
- Thursday, 5 – 8 p.m.
- Friday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Saturday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Information packet will contain the following:
- The Final Schedule with all event locations and times.
- Meal and special event tickets. Your Saturday class dinner location will be printed on its dinner ticket.
- Name tags
- And other useful information
Class & Cluster Hospitality Centers
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Class of 1953 and earlier - George Draper Dayton Hall, 2nd Floor Lounge
Class of 1958 - Hugh S. Alexander Alumni House, 1644 Summit Ave.
Class of 1963 - Wallace Hall
Classes of 1978, '79 & '80 - Wallace Hall
Class of 1983 - 30 Mac, 1st Floor
Classes of 1988, '89 & '90 - Wallace Hall
Class of 1998 - Bigelow, 1st Floor
Class of 2003 - Bigelow, 3rd Floor