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Join us for Alumni Weekend 2023

Alumni Weekend 2023 Logo with Picture of Founders

Photo: Holden Blanco '17

Questions? 

alumni [at] haverford.edu (Contact the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement). 

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Classes ending in a 3 or a 8 will be celebrating a reunion this year, however all alumni are welcome to attend Alumni Weekend 2023, taking place May 26-28. We look forward to having you back on campus to celebrate with fellow Fords. Check out the full schedule and FAQs below, registration will open in mid-April. 

View the full Weekend schedule

Event highlights:

Whether you are celebrating your reunion or are simply wanting to spend time on campus, we welcome and encourage you to come back to campus and spend time with fellow Fords, attend academic panels, participate in family-friendly fun, explore affinity group gatherings, enjoy campus tours, and so much more. It promises to be a weekend of fun, inclusivity, and nostalgia. Below you will find Weekend highlights, and the full schedule is available here. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Thursday

- BIPOC Narratives in Technology/Data, hosted by the Multicultural Alumni Action Group (MAAG): All alumni are welcome to join this online panel discussion where alumni who are Black, Indigenous, and/or people of color (BIPOC) will share their Haverford stories and experiences navigating their careers in the field of Technology/Data, and the highlights of their chosen line of work.

Friday

- Sustainable Haverford Tour: Over the past few years, Haverford has been working hard to become a more sustainable campus. In 2021, we were ranked #4 on the list of top ten zero-waste college campuses (created by the Post-Landfill Action Network). From green roofs to aerobic digestion, learn about the many ways Haverford's physical campus reflects the work of students, staff, and faculty in fighting climate change. Our Vice President, Chief of Staff, and the College's Chief Sustainability Officer Jesse Lytle and Arboretum Director, Assistant Director of Facilities Management Claudia Kent will lead the tour.

- Observatory Exploration: Join this "Spine-tingling Stargazing" event where students will have telescopes observing the visible planets of Jupiter and Saturn. See other interesting telescopic objects as well as constellation tours (weather permitting), astrophysics games and participate in other fun and educational activities. There will most likely be student talks, tours using Stellarium (virtual planetarium software), and an “Ask an Astronomer” Q&A session. This event will happen outside, so come dressed for the weather.

Saturday

- Saturday Yoga led by Dana Miller ‘86: Breathe in. Join Dana Miller ’86, of New York Yoga, and re-align your spirit with the core values you adopted as an undergraduate through the mind-body practice that is yoga. Let this flowing, vinyasa-style class be your “welcome home” to what makes Haverford, Haverford. Set to an indie and classic rock soundtrack to get you energized for the weekend’s events! Bring your own mat or borrow one. Some familiarity with yoga is helpful.

- Friendly Governance Conversations: What is the Haverford Corporation? What does it do? What has it done recently? Three current Corporation members: Director of Quaker Affairs and Staff Support for the Corporation Walter Hjelt Sullivan '82, Clerk of the Haverford Corporation Amy Taylor Brooks '92, and Maurice Rippel ‘19 will share their experience of working to make Corporation membership more reflective of current students and alums. Questions will be welcome.

- Faculty Spotlight with Wendy Raymond and Maud McInerney: Join President Wendy Raymond and the Laurie Ann Levin Professor of Comparative Literature, Professor of English, and Chair of Comparative Literature Maud McInerney as they discuss the similarities and differences in their disciplines and approaches to teaching Haverford students.

- The Modern Student-Athlete Experience: The student-athlete experience at Haverford has transformed through the decades. Join Athletic Director Danielle Lynch, a varsity coach and current student-athletes to hear about the competitive landscape in the Centennial Conference today, how our students balance the demands of competition and academics and the ways our students learn and grow from their Haverford athletics experience.

- Fords, Friends and (re)Freshment: Raise a glass to friendship, family, philanthropy and Haverford! Come for a drink and stay for conversation. Sponsored by Institutional Advancement and the Office of Gift Planning. Optional lawn games will be available for those who want to play.

- Reception for “Queer Haverford: Those Who Came Before:" Sponsored by the Rainbow Quorum affinity group, this reception celebrates an exhibit curated by George Allen ‘24. Learn about LGBTQIA+ Fords of the past.

Sunday

- Brunch, with the Bi-Co: Join fellow Fords and families for one last decadent meal in the Dining Center before heading home. The West Wing will be set aside for those who want to enjoy brunch with Alumnae from Bryn Mawr College.

Bryn Mawr Schedule

Some events will be held in conjunction with Bryn Mawr College. You will be able to register for those through our registration system and the Blue Bus will run between both campuses throughout the Weekend. If you are interested in viewing Bryn Mawr's full schedule, you may do so on their website.

 

FAQs

  • How can I get involved?

    What we’re most in need to volunteer support with is in encouraging your classmates to attend! Registration will be opening in mid-April this year, and we’d love to share a class list with you to facilitate outreach to your classmates. If you’d prefer to be a signatory on an email to all classmates, our office can support that process as well. If you're interested in conducting this outreach, alumni [at] haverford.edu (email the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement).

    We also understand that some volunteers are interested and eager to support the Annual Giving program. If you’d like to volunteer in that vein, you can remind your classmates of the giving year deadline of June 30, and ask them to make a gift of any amount to our annual support. If you’d like to sign a letter to classmates about giving, you’re also welcome to contact our Office of Annual Giving at annualgiving [at] haverford.edu.

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  • I have questions about the Weekend! Who can I speak with?

    We are always happy to hear from you. alumni [at] haverford.edu (Email the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement) or call (610) 896-1004 and we will work with you to get your questions answered. 

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  • How do I make a gift in honor of my reunion?

    All gifts made within a reunion year (applicable for classes ending in 3 and 8) will count toward your class total. Make a gift, or find out more about reunion gift counting, on our Reunion Giving page. 

    Later in the year we will also provide updates regarding all class gift totals. 

    Thank you to everyone who has made a contribution! 

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  • Can I host a virtual alumni/class/affinity event prior to, or after, the Weekend?

    Absolutely! The Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement is happy to help you plan an event for and with your fellow alumni. Whether you are looking to reminisce with classmates, connect through an affinity network, host a virtual cooking class, organize a book club, or coordinate an a cappella sing along—we've got you covered. alumni [at] haverford.edu (Email the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement) to find out how we can help you advertise your event, and even provide a Zoom link (as applicable)!

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  • Where can I stay?

    Dorms:

    Accommodation in campus housing will be available. Please note that rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, we encourage early registration if you intend to stay on campus. Dorms will include air conditioning, towels, sheets, and blankets and the total weekend cost will be $125. 

    Local accomodation:

    There are a variety of hotels in the greater Philadelphia area as well as other accommodation options on airbnb.com. Please note that these options sell out quickly given the myriad activities occuring in the area during this time. 

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  • I need new Haverswag! What do I do?

    Of course you need all of the Haverford gear to represent your passion for the College throughout the Weekend, and beyond. The College Bookstore will be open during the Weekend, and we will share hours at a later date. However, if you can't wait, you can also visit the online Bookstore at any time and have items shipped directly to your home!

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  • What are the College's COVID-19 Policies?

    Be safe, friends. Haverford College's policies and protocols for responding to the COVID-19 pandemic are guided by our four overarching principles:

    1. we will provide an excellent liberal arts education;
    2. we will prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of students, faculty, and staff;
    3. we will contribute to the greater good;
    4. we will steward Haverford as a perpetual institution.

    These policies are in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and may be revisited as public health conditions change. Plans will be aligned and consistent with local orders and ordinances of Delaware and Montgomery Counties, as well as the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Haverford’s plans will also follow recommendations from the federal government, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Health.

    Read our full policy page

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Haverford College is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable community in which all of our members feel respected and welcomed. We celebrate differences of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and military/veteran status among our students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, friends, and benefactors. We look forward to seeing all of you at our events. 

Director of Advancement Communications
ecampbel [at] haverford.edu
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