Join the celebration: Homecoming and Reunion Weekend Oct. 4–6

September 16, 2024

Cornell College is excited to welcome back Cornellians and their families as we host Homecoming and Reunion Weekend Oct. 4–6, 2024.

Director of Alumni Engagement Zoe Russell and the team in Alumni and College Advancement are finalizing preparations.

“Homecoming and Reunion Weekend is a great time for our alumni and friends to meet current students, reconnect with each other, and see our historic campus. Our office is thrilled to welcome Cornellians home to the Hilltop!” Russell said.

There’s a full schedule of events, and here are some you won’t want to miss. Events that are open to the public are noted.

Friday, Oct. 4

  • 9–11 a.m. and 1–3 p.m.
    • Classes Without Quizzes, various locations. A limited number of academic classes will be available to alumni and families. Registration is required.
  • 6:30–7:30 p.m.
    • All-Alumni Kick-Off Dinner, Smith Dining Room, Thomas Commons. Buffet dinner served from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in Smith Dining Room. Doors open at 6:15. Reserved tables for each reunion class. 
  • 8:30–9:30 Homecoming Pep Rally
    • Get pumped up at the pep rally held at Van Metre Field at Ash Park

Saturday, Oct. 5

  • 8–10 a.m. 
    • C Club Breakfast and Hall of Fame Inductions, Smith Dining Room, Thomas Commons.
  • 9–10 a.m.
    • Pre-Law Breakfast, MLK Room, Thomas Commons. Join pre-law students and members of the Cornell Mock Trial team for breakfast.
  • 10:30 a.m.–Noon
      • Homecoming Convocation, Mount Vernon United Methodist Church. This ceremony celebrates tradition and presents success stories from some of Cornell’s most decorated alumni. Awards are presented and 50th reunion alumni are honored. Open to the public.
  • 2–4 p.m.
    • The Cornellian in Retrospect: Memorable Pages from 1880 to 2020, Cole Library. Former Cornellian staff and enthusiasts are invited to celebrate The Cornellian by viewing old issues and sharing stories. Refreshments will be provided. 
  • 2 p.m. 
    • Football Game vs. Ripon College, Van Metre Field at Ash Park. Cheer on the Rams as they battle Midwest Conference rival Beloit College. Hall of Fame recipients will be recognized during halftime. Open to the public.
  • 3–5 p.m. 
    • Homecoming Art Show Reception and Gallery Talk, Luce Gallery, McWethy Hall. The Department of Art and Art History is pleased to invite you to the reception of Sandy Dyas’ retrospective, “Tangled Up in Time.” Dyas will give an artist talk at 4 p.m. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Open to the public. 
  • 5–6:30 p.m. 
    • Cornellians of Color Reception, Russell Science Center. Meet the Alumni of Color Association, learn about upcoming initiatives and ways to get involved, and get to know fellow Cornellians of color across generations, including current students. Light refreshments will be served. 
  • 8–9:30 p.m.
    • Hilltop Lounge, Thoms Commons Lobby. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or cider, and connect with fellow Cornellians in the lobby.