Alumni Weekend 2023 Schedule

Full schedule forthcoming. Information is subject to change.


Thursday, April 27

4 p.m.

CASA (Critical Action & Social Advocacy) Reception and Alumni Panel
CASA Pitzer, 200 S. Euclid Avenue, Suite B, Ontario, CA

6–8:30 p.m.

An Evening With Michelle Dowd ’90, Author of Forager: Field Notes for Surviving a Family Cult
Open to the Public
George C.S. Benson Auditorium
A conversation on storytelling + book signing moderated by Phil Zuckerman, professor of sociology & secular studies, and associate dean of faculty.

Click here to RSVP for this special event.

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Friday, April 28

10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Registration and Pitzer Store Open
Broad Center, Performance Space
Welcome back to campus! Pick up your registration materials, buy some Pitzer gear, and enjoy light refreshments.

12–1 p.m.

5–9 p.m.

Alumni Village
Stephen L. Glass Commencement Plaza
Trailblazers – Tent #5 at Brant Clock Tower
Each decade will have their own space to decorate to make their own.
*Bring your own supplies to customize your tent.

1 p.m.

Women of the Sixties History Exhibit
Founders Room Atrium

1–4 p.m.

1–2 p.m.

Student-led Campus Tours
Meet at Broad Center, East Patio

1–2:30 p.m.

“PIT Talks” – Pitzer’s take on TED Talks
George C.S. Benson Auditorium
Featuring alumni from various fields and industries.
20-minute talks + Q&A.
Students are welcome to attend.
Additional details coming soon!

1– 4 p.m.

Activities on the Mounds
Socialize with friends in the great outdoors while enjoying a variety of activities such as tie-dye, lawn games, and more.

2–4:30 p.m.

Fulbright Reception
Scott Hall Courtyard
Fulbright alumni are invited to meet the newest Fulbright scholars and raise a toast to celebrate their achievements.

3–5 p.m.

CLSA Alumni Reception
Tranquada Student Services, 2nd Floor
Join us for an afternoon of great food and even better company!
Please RSVP by April 21.

3:30–5 p.m.

Pomona-Pitzer Alumni & Student-Athlete Reception
Location TBA
Pitzer and Pomona alumni athletes are invited to meet with current student-athletes to share stories about how being a Sagehen enhanced their Pitzer experience and life after college.

5–6:30 p.m.

3C Wine Tasting at Scripps College
Location TBA
Mingle with fellow alumni from Scripps and Harvey Mudd while enjoying libations.

6–8 p.m.

Class of 1973 50th Reunion Reception & Dinner hosted by Interim President Jill Klein P’15
Class of 1973 Class Photo (time TBA)
President’s Residence

6:30–8:30 p.m. 

Community Dinner–Foodie and Boogie
The Mounds (Pellissier Mall)

6:30–8 p.m.

Organizational Studies Majors Dinner With Alumni, Students, and Faculty (Private Event)
Media Center Courtyard

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Saturday, April 29

8:30 a.m.–6 p.m.

Registration and Pitzer Store Open
Broad Center, Performance Space
Welcome back to campus! Pick up your registration materials, buy some Pitzer gear, and enjoy light refreshments.

9 a.m.–10 p.m.

Alumni Village
Stephen L. Glass Commencement Plaza
Trailblazers – Tent #5 at Brant Clock Tower
Each decade will have their own space to decorate to make their own.
*Bring your own supplies to customize your tent.

9–10 a.m.

Rise and Shine Yoga
Brant Clock Tower Lawn
Start your day with some mindful stretching.
*Limited yoga mats will be provided.

9 a.m.

Walkabout With Interim President Jill Klein P’15
Meet at Broad Center, West Entrance

9:30–10:30 a.m.

Honoring Your Joy: A Community Connection Playspace
Hosted by Jacey Rubinstein ’13

Location TBA
This is a facilitated space to move, share, celebrate, and reconnect with friends around sharing passions. Exploratory movement, expressive arts, meaningful purpose, and deep connection. What’s more Pitzer than that?

9:30–11 a.m.

Tour of the Bernard Field Station and Robert Redford Conservancy
Meet at Broad Center, West Entrance

10–11 a.m.

Alumni College Faculty Sessions
Locations TBA
Additional details coming soon!

10–11 a.m.

Student-led Campus Tours
Meet at Broad Center, East Patio

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Mimosa Brunch With President-Designate Strom Thacker
McConnell Center, Dining Hall

1–2:30 p.m.

“Pitzer Then and Now” Community Convening With Women of the Sixties
McConnell Center, Founders Room

1–4 p.m.

Activities on the Mounds
Socialize with friends in the great outdoors while enjoying a variety of activities such as tie-dye, lawn games, and more.

2–3:30 p.m.

FirstGen Alumni-Student Reception
Media Center Courtyard
Celebrate the legacy of Pitzer’s first-generation students, form new friendships, and network with alumni.

2:30–3:30 p.m.

Tour of the Nucleus Construction Site
Led by Dr. UJ Sofia, Dean and Professor of Physics, W. M. Keck Science Department
Space is limited. Registration required.

3:30–4:30 p.m.

Tour of the Center for Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness (CARW)

3:30–5 p.m.

Alumni & Student of Color Reception
McConnell Center, Living Room

5–6:30 p.m.

30th and 40th Reunion Special Reception
Class of 1983 and 1993 Class Photos (time TBA)
Media Center Courtyard

6:30–8 p.m.

Women of the Sixties Dinner
Class of 1965-69 Class Photos (time TBA)
McConnell Center, Founders Room

6:45–8:30 p.m.

Alumni Awards Dinner
McConnell Center, Dining Hall
Honor Distinguished Alumni Award honoree, Young Alumni Achievement Award Honoree, Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, and Faculty Emeriti inductees.

8:30 p.m.

9–10:30 p.m.


Sunday, April 30

9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Alumni Village
Stephen L. Glass Commencement Plaza
Trailblazers – Tent #5 at Brant Clock Tower
Alumni are invited to gather and make final connections.

9–10:30 a.m.

Tour of the Outback and Student Garden
Led by the Student Garden Club
Meet at Student Garden

9–11 a.m.

Alumni Board Open Meeting (hybrid)
Broad Center, Performance Space

11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Ultimate Frisbee
Location TBA

10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.

Farewell Mariachi Brunch at Scripps
$35 cash only – Pay at Door
Location TBA

10:30 a.m.–
12:30 p.m.