Summer Welcome Receptions 2026
Summer Welcome Receptions are casual and fun gatherings held across the country that welcome incoming students, their families, and the Pitzer community to celebrate new beginnings, make connections, and begin the Pitzer journey together.
2026 Summer Welcome Reception Schedule
Join us at one of our upcoming Summer Welcome Receptions across the country.
Los Angeles, CA
Saturday, June 13
1–3 p.m.
Hosted by Family Leadership Council member Stephanie Berenbaum P’28, P'30, with David Berenbaum P’28, P'30, Noah Berenbaum '28, and Andrew Berenbaum '30
Register for Los Angeles
Pasadena, CA
Saturday, June 20
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Hosted by Khanh Le P’28, P’30, Dave Willingham P’28, P’30, Noah Willingham '28, and Owen Willingham '30
President Strom C. Thacker and First Spouse Isabelle Thacker attending.
Register for Pasadena
Portola Valley, CA
Sunday, June 21
11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Hosted by Janie and John Barman P'20, P'27, with Jack Barman '20 and Chase Barman '27; and Amy Fong P’27 and Joseph Woo P’27, with Joseph Woo Chan '27
President Strom C. Thacker and First Spouse Isabelle Thacker attending.
Register for Portola Valley
Claremont, CA (President’s Residence)
Sunday, June 28
3–5 p.m.
Hosted by President Strom C. Thacker and First Spouse Isabelle Thacker
Register for Claremont
Seattle, WA
Friday July 10
1–3 p.m.
Hosted by Mardi Brekke-Hutchings P’30, Dion Hutchings P’30, and Hannah Hutchings ’30
Register for Seattle
Lake Oswego, OR
Saturday July 11
1–3 p.m.
Hosted by Elisa Boden P’30, Flavio Rocha P’30, and Rowan Rocha ’30
Register for Lake Oswego
Kentfield, CA
Saturday, July 18
3–5 p.m.
Hosted by Trustee Hali Croner P’26 and Family Leadership Council member Isaura Resendiz P’27
Register for Kentfield
Littleton, CO
Saturday, July 25
1–3 p.m.
Hosted by Chrissy and Barry Fagerholt P’30, and Hudson Fagerholt '30
Register for Littleton
New York, NY
Thursday, July 30
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Hosted by Alison Monk P'27, Eric Bischof P’27, Eden Monk '27
Register for New York
Wellesley, MA
Friday, July 31
6–8 p.m.
Hosted by The Office of Alumni & Family Engagement
Register for Wellesley
Virtual Receptions
International Virtual Summer Welcome Reception
Monday, July 20 | 7–8 a.m. PDT
Hosted by the Office of Alumni & Family Engagement and the Office of Study Abroad & International Programs
Register for the International Virtual Reception
FirstGen Virtual Summer Welcome Reception
Wednesday, July 22 | 3–4 p.m. PDT
Hosted by the Office of Alumni & Family Engagement and the Office of Student Affairs
Register for the FirstGen Virtual Reception
General Virtual Summer Welcome Reception
Friday, July 24 | 3–4 p.m. PDT
Hosted by the Office of Alumni & Family Engagement and the Office of Student Affairs
Register for the General Virtual Reception
New Student and Family Resources
Looking for more information as you prepare to join the Pitzer community? Visit our Admitted Student Resources page for helpful next steps, important dates and deadlines, orientation information, and other resources for incoming students and families.
Visit Admitted Student Resources
Interested in Hosting a Reception?
Hosting a Summer Welcome Reception is a wonderful way to give back to Pitzer and play a special role in welcoming the next generation of students and families. Our team handles invitations, RSVPs, communications, and event logistics—you simply provide the space and your warm hospitality.
If you are interested in hosting, co-hosting, or learning more about what’s involved, we would love to hear from you! Email us at engagement@pitzer.edu.
