Reunion Weekend 2025

More than 1,100 alumni and their guests returned to the Hill May 23-25, with a bonus day for 50th and Perennial (post-50th) reunion classes on May 22. 

Middle Path was the place to be on Friday afternoon, when classmates joined together for the Parade of Classes from the village to Rosse Hall. Family, friends and faculty cheered as alumni walked the same path they did for Convocation and Commencement, followed by the All-Reunion Picnic on Peirce lawn. Special thanks to the Class of 1995 for sponsoring the hospitality tent for all attendees!

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Save the date for Reunion Weekend 2026: May 22-24.

Reunion 2025 in Pictures

The activity-filled weekend included roughly infinity opportunities to reconnect with friends on the Hill.

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More than 1,100 alumni and guests returned for Reunion Weekend 2025. Featuring the Parade of Classes and All-Reunion Soiree, the weekend included picnics, parties and plenty of chances to connect with classmates and explore campus.

2025 Alumni Awards

In the lead up to and during the fun of Reunion Weekend, we took some time to recognize alumni who are doing outstanding work in their fields, humanitarian service or volunteer work for Kenyon.

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Reunion Weekend Generosity

Many choose to give as a class to amplify their impact as part of celebrating their reunion. Awards were presented for total given, percentage of a class giving and more.

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Scenes from the Weekend

Reunion classes kicked off the weekend with the traditional Parade of Classes down Middle Path, echoing Convocation.
Members of the Class of 2020 were able to attend reunion at no cost thanks to Adrienne and Sheldon Kimber, of the Class of 1999, who wanted to help ensure the class that saw its graduation canceled during COVID is able to remain connected to Kenyon and each other. 
The All-Reunion Picnic, including food, drink and games, was free for everyone thanks to a gift from the Class of 1995.
Jon Tazewell ’84, Thomas S. Turgeon Professor of Drama and Film, moderated a panel hosted by Kenyon Women Giving Back on alumnae shaping stories in TV, film and theatre. (L-R) Julia Greer ’15, documentary filmmaker and founder and artistic director of The Hearth; Susan Hillenbrand Avallon ’85, former story analyst at Columbia Pictures; Mia Barnett '15, creative strategist at Amazon Prime Video; and Sophie Barrio ’20, executive assistant at Trey Parker & Matt Stone’s Park County, shared how they bring characters to life, shape narratives that reflect our times and push the boundaries of creative expression.
In addition to the 0s and 5s, several a cappella groups celebrated their reunions with concerts, including Colla Voce and the Owl Creeks.
The weekend culminated with a celebratory program for 900 people, with emcees Melzetta Moody ’05 and Ted Samuels ’05, followed by dancing. 
Ted Samuel ’05 reacts to winning a Distinguished Service Award, as announced by his best friend and co-emcee Melzetta Moody ’05.
President Julie Kornfeld announced the total given and pledged to Kenyon to all areas from the 0s and 5s reunion classes was more than $69 million. “Giving with your classmates is one of our best reunion traditions — we’re so grateful that many of you take this opportunity to increase your philanthropy to Kenyon. Together, your generosity makes an enormous impact,” she said. 
Ronald Maheia ’13, co-president of Alumni Council, helped hand out awards during the soiree, including the Gregg Cup, which was awarded to Susan Berger ’85 for her years of active volunteer service. President Kornfeld is wearing a tie-dyed jacket Berger gifted her last year to welcome her to Kenyon. Read about other award winners.
Professor of Music Benjamin “Doc” Locke stayed up past everyone’s bedtime for All-Reunion Sing on the steps of Rosse to close the weekend.

Photos by James D. DeCamp.

Time to Get Excited!

Need a reminder of why you should visit the Hill for Reunion Weekend? Watch our one-minute video to catch up with Kenyon!

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