Council Chamber, Fowler Student Center
The Board of Alumni cordially invites you to honor four outstanding members of the L&C community at the Alumni Honors Ceremony. Click here to see this years recipients.
Alumni College Series
School’s out - and it’s the best time to join us for our Alumni Weekend mini lecture series.
Alumni College sessions are a great opportunity to attend lectures of notable faculty, emeriti faculty, and alumni. These lecture sessions are barrels of fun!
Friday, June 27
A Legacy of Impact: Gift Planning for Family and Charitable Causes2 - 2:45 p.m. Join Assistant Vice President for Advancement Rebecca Holt ’01 as we explore ways to take care of your family and support charitable causes while accommodating your own personal, financial, estate-planning, and philanthropic goals. With smart planning, you may actually increase the size of your estate and/or reduce the tax burden on your heirs. We will discuss gifts that pay you income, gifts that are tax-wise, and even gifts that cost nothing now and leave a lasting legacy for the future.
Saturday, June 28
Consider a Writing Practice - with Emeritus Professor Kim Stafford 4 - 4:45 p.m. A self-directed writing practice can harvest treasure, reduce stress, transform regret into story, and generally befriend the creative life. In this session, we will share resources for being curious with a pen on the page, and give this practice a try.
Additional Free Events
Overseas and Off-Campus Program Reunions Most of our Overseas and Off-Campus Program reunions are free to attend and friends and family of participants are welcome to join! Find more information on the reunions taking place and how to plan an Overseas and Off-Campus reunion here.
Friday, June 27
Change, Constancy, and Conflict: Lewis & Clark’s International Affairs Symposium Available during library operating hours Aubrey R. Watzek Library Atrium This exhibit explores the student body’s reactions to the symposium over the years, 1965 to the present. This exhibit was curated by students Natalia Juliano ’29 and Santiago Gonzales Longhino ’25.
Walk Down Memory Lane 9 a.m. - Late
Cobblestone Circle Bridge Come see our newest campus bridge and take a walk to reminisce on highlights of the L&C community throughout the years with this timeline collage of pictures and stories. Add your own memories to the timeline and watch our history grow!
Campus Tour Meet at Alumni Weekend Check-in Campus (ADA Friendly) tour. Dive into a rich history of L&C’s beautiful estate, and explore the campus with this guided historical tour. This tour is outside, so please plan accordingly.
Tour #1 - 9:30 - 10:30 a.m..
Young Alumni Social 5:30 - 7 p.m. Estate Gardens
Alumni who have graduated since 2016 are invited to mix and mingle at the Young Alumni Social. We will have special acknowledgement of the Class of 2020 whose on-campus studies were cut short, and whose graduation was virtual, due to the pandemic.
LGBTQ and Allies Drag Bingo 8 - 10 p.m. Trail Room
Come play a classic game of bingo with some classy Drag Queens! In celebration of Pride month, the whole L&C community is welcome to attend, this event is for everyone to have fun, and engage with both student and local Drag artists. Lets spread the love and play the night away!
Saturday, June 28
Tryon Creek Park Hike 8:30 - 10 a.m. Meet by Campus Safety Meet on campus and take the short walk to Tryon Creek State Natural Area for a hike. This activity is not accessible for those with limited mobility.
Walk Down Memory Lane 9 a.m. - Late
Cobblestone Circle Bridge Come see our newest campus bridge and take a walk to reminisce on highlights of the L&C community throughout the years with this timeline collage of pictures and stories. Add your own memories to the timeline and watch our history grow!
Athletics Gathering9:30 - 11 a.m. Join your fellow Athletics alumni for coffee, tea and pastry. Learn more about LC Athletics, mingle with coaches, meet current student-athletes and network with recent grads!
Campus Tour 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
In Front of Frank Manor
Dive into a rich history of L&C’s beautiful estate, and explore the campus with this guided historical tour. This tour is outside, so please plan accordingly.
Alumni Honors Celebration and Reception1 - 3 p.m.
The Board of Alumni cordially invites you to honor four outstanding members of the L&C community at the Alumni Honors Celebration. Alumni Award Honorees:
Outstanding Young Alumni Award - Frances Swanson ’17
L&C Alumni Leadership Award - Hanako Imber ’10
Don Balmer Citation for Service to the college - Kim Stafford
Distinguished Alumni Award - Michael Graham ’05
Alumni of Color Reception 2:45 - 4 p.m. Come engage with your fellow alumni from the BIPOC community as we work to strengthen our alumni of color network at Lewis & Clark. Find out about the Lewis & Clark Black Alumni Association, the Lewis & Clark Native Alumni Association and other initiatives to strengthen our diverse alumni communities. This event will also include a special Juneteenth Commemoration from 3:30 to 4 pm. All are welcome.
Juneteenth Commemoration3:30 - 4 p.m. Come celebrate the newest United States national holiday with readings, music and drumming.
Aaron Meyer Rock Violin Concert8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Agnes Flanagan Chapel Come rock the night away with our very own L&C Alum, Aaron Meyer ’95. Aaron will be accompanied by a pianist, and is prepared to blow your socks off with a night of Rock n Roll! Aaron’s style of performance blends his classical training with a passion for rock music.
Fir Acres Night Festival 9-11 pm
Come enjoy this musical-glow-llama-smores-games-surprises event with the whole Lewis & Clark community.
Sunday, June 29
Walk Down Memory Lane 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Come see our newest campus bridge and take a walk to reminisce on highlights of the L&C community throughout the years with this timeline collage of pictures and stories. Add your own memories to the timeline and watch our history grow! (Registration not required.)
Pickleball! 9 - 10:30 Start your Sunday with a rousing game of America’s fasting growing sport. Born on Bainbridge Island, right here in the Pacific Northwest, Pickleball is a racket sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. There will be open courts and Athletics Advancement Officer Doug Lennox, OLY, will be available in case newbies would like some help. Equipment will be available if needed.
Alumni is located in Alumni Gatehouse on the Undergraduate Campus. MSC: 77
