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Reunion 2026

Reunion 2026

Schedule of Events

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Thursday
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Friday
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12
Saturday
Jun
13
Sunday
Jun
14
1951 Class Event
1956 Class Event
1961 Class Event
1966 Class Event
1971 Class Event
1976 Class Event
1981 Class Event
1986 Class Event
1991 Class Event
1996 Class Event
2001 Class Event
2006 Class Event
2011 Class Event
2016 Class Event
2021 Class Event
Academic
Active
Arts
Charged Fee
Free
Highlight Event
Networking
Pay On Your Own
Social
Tours
Young Alumni Event

Brown and White Night

The Oscars have nothing on Lehigh! Kick off Reunion Weekend by celebrating Reunion Class Award recipients, volunteer leaders, and accomplished alumni who contribute greatly to Lehigh’s success. Dinner and a program on Thursday — before Reunion is in full swing — provide the perfect opportunity to honor those who make the Lehigh community proud.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Networking
 

Civil and Environmental Engineering Department Advanced Technology Systems (ATLSS) Tour

Come see our newly constructed Offshore Wind Hybrid Simulation Facility and learn about our fire and seismic research projects.

Academic
Free
Tours
 

Tell Your Lehigh Story: An Alumni Oral History Project

We all have great Lehigh stories — unforgettable, quirky, or touching memories of our experiences. Help make Lehigh history by participating in a casual interview that will be archived by Lehigh's Special Collections. By appointment only: Register and we'll be in touch to schedule a time. For more information, contact Janet Norwood at jwn2@lehigh.edu or (610) 758-5350. Plus, view our catalog of interviews now online at alum.lu/stories.

 

Reconnect & Recharge: ECE Alumni Welcome

Step into the Packard Lab Lobby to reconnect and reminisce over premium coffee and pastries. Join us to network and explore what the future holds for the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) department.


Academic
Free
Networking
 

ROTC Open House

Lehigh University – Home of the Steel Battalion

For over a century, Lehigh University has proudly hosted the Steel Battalion Army ROTC program. As a producer of the #3 and #4 nationally ranked ROTC cadets in the nation, numerous distinguished military graduates, and the six-time Ranger Challenge champions, our program exemplifies excellence in leadership development and military training.

Explore the historic home of the Steel Battalion — where the values of duty, honor, and country are cultivated in the heart of a world-class academic institution. Come see where tradition meets transformation, and where today’s cadets become tomorrow’s leaders in the United States Army.

Free
Networking
Tours
 

LUAG 100th Anniversary Toast & Outdoor Sculpture Tour

Raise a toast to 100 years of art at Lehigh! Sip a late-morning mimosa or cup of coffee while exploring some of LUAG's Outdoor Sculpture Collection with Curator of Collections Mark Wonsidler. Ever wonder about the 13-foot mystical orange structure behind Packer Chapel or the bronze figure resting on Memorial Walkway? Here’s your chance to discover the stories behind some of the incredible outdoor works that help define Lehigh’s campus (and that were recently recognized by Condé Nast Traveler)!

Arts
Free
Tours
 

472 Vine Street Tour

Lehigh University is thrilled to announce the official activation of 472 Vine Street, Lehigh’s new hub for all things innovation, entrepreneurship, creativity and forward thinking!

In this dynamic space, we bring together like-minded thought leaders consisting of faculty, staff and students who foster curiosity, spark collaboration and make an impact on higher education while contributing to an even brighter future for our students' lifelong learning journey!

We are proud to announce the following offices in residence at 472 Vine:

  • The Baker Institute for Entrepreneurship, Creativity and Innovation: ignites the entrepreneurial spirit with hands-on learning, problem-solving frameworks, and programs that turn ideas into impact.
  • Lehigh360: Powered by the Office of Creative Inquiry, Lehigh360 connects students with high-impact experiential learning opportunities that enhance their education and distinguish them in the marketplace.
  • The Office of Educational Innovation and Assessment: Driving excellence in AI, Pedagogy and Assessment in alignment with the university’s strategic plan.
  • The Office Of Entrepreneurship: The hub of Lehigh's entrepreneurial ecosystem, we connect students, faculty, and partners to foster entrepreneurship initiatives and drive collaboration across the university.

This activation represents a significant step in bringing together some of Lehigh’s most innovative teams and initiatives. We invite alumni to visit, connect, and explore 472 Vine on June 12th between 11-12:30pm.

Academic
Free
Tours
 

Campus Walking Tours

Join a one-hour walking tour with a student guide to gain insight into today’s Lehigh experience.

Active
Free
Tours
 

Lehigh Libraries Special Collections Tours

Take a one-hour guided tour; artifacts will be on display. Lehigh Libraries' current exhibit, Unfinished Chapter, examines the complex history of freedom in America and its resonance today. Grounded in the themes of unfinished revolutions and the power of place, the exhibit includes rare publications from the country's founding, historical texts highlighting democratic ideals, emblems of American liberty, and student-curated reflections on global freedom and identity.

Academic
Free
Tours
 

Welcome Lunch

Catch up with your classmates over a casual lunch including a beer and wine bar.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Social
 

Meet and Greet with College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Faculty

Come have lunch with CAS faculty. Chat about what's going on in the college, and learn about faculty research and teaching interests. Lunch provided.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

CSE Department 25th Anniversary

Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) alumni are invited to join us for a celebratory lunch marking the 25th Anniversary of the CSE Department. Meet up with fellow CSE alumni, faculty, staff, and students to hear the latest news about our teaching and research. Pre-registration is required: contact Beth Yen (bsy296@lehigh.edu) for details.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

Clayton University Center: A New Heart of Campus

What is it like to be a Lehigh student today? Get a glimpse of their experience — and compare it with yours — with a tour of the renovated Clayton University Center at Packer Hall. See the new spaces, learn about the history, and find out how the transformed campus centerpiece is giving Lehigh’s community more opportunities to work and play, forge traditions, and build lifelong friendships and connections.

Free
Tours
 

Meet the Chaplains

Join us for a casual meet and greet with our chaplains.

Free
Networking
 

Planned Giving Meet and Greet

Have a question about planned giving? Want to meet the faces behind the Tower Society? Stop by for light refreshments and meet Lehigh's Planned Giving Team.

Free
Networking
 

A Conversation with the Rossin College Dean: The Exciting Future of Lehigh Engineering

Join Steve DeWeerth, the Lew and Sherry Hay Dean of the P.C. Rossin College of Engineering and Applied Science, as he shares his vision for the future of engineering at Lehigh University. The event will be held at Packard Laboratory, the heart of Lehigh Engineering for nearly a century.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

Industrial and Systems Engineering Alumni Reunion

Connect with classmates and hear about all the interesting work happening in the department. Coffee and cookies will be served. Registrants may contact Sheila Dorney (skd220@lehigh.edu) with any questions.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics (MEM) Open House

Reconnect with MEM alumni, faculty, and friends and learn about the exciting changes within the department.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

Powering the Future: How Lehigh is Helping Make a Better AI Future

Discover how Lehigh is advancing the foundations of artificial intelligence — from computing and data infrastructure to AI-driven research and teaching. This engaging conversation highlights the University’s strategic investments, interdisciplinary innovation, and vision for shaping a responsible and impactful AI future.

Academic
Free
Highlight Event
 

Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Alumni Reception

Join the department to catch up on the latest happenings and sample the inaugural Lehigh ChBEer crafted by our students.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

4 O'Clocks Somewhere

Unwind Friday afternoon with a lively kickoff to Reunion Weekend. Enjoy live music, summer-inspired food and drink, and casual lawn games while reconnecting with classmates and friends — no studying required this time.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Social
 

Network with the College of Health

Join fellow alumni in the health sector for an engaging happy hour and networking event and connect with leadership from Lehigh's youngest college.

Academic
Networking
 

Jewish Alumni Gathering and Tour of Jewish Student Center

Meet the staff, hear about Jewish student life and Hillel on campus, and tour the building. The Jewish Student Center moved into a beautiful new home in 2021.

Free
Networking
Tours
 

50th Class Reception

The Class of 1976 is invited to an intimate celebration before joining all alumni at ReunionFest.

Free
Social
 

Class of 1996 Pub Gathering

Get the party started at Molly's. No speeches, no pressure — just drinks and catching up with people you haven’t seen in far too long. Pay your own tab.

Guests must be 21+ to register. 

1996 Class Event
Pay On Your Own
Social
 

ReunionFest

Celebrate with hundreds of alumni and friends at this festive event. Includes buffet dinner, open wine and beer bar, and dancing. Music provided by the Lehigh Alumni Big Band Swing Thing and a late-night DJ.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Social
 

Class of 1986 Outdoor Gathering

Kick off our big 4-0 with an outdoor gathering in the Singleton, Hitch & Maida courtyard. Snacks, drinks, and games. Spouses and guests are welcome.

1986 Class Event
Pay On Your Own
Social
 

Class of 1991 Pub Night

Join your classmates at the F&A Grog House to reconnect, reminisce, and get the party started!

$20 wristbands include 3 drinks — choice of wine, draft beer, well drinks, and drink specials.

Guests must be 21+ to register.

1991 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

Class of 2011 Pub Crawl

Older? Yes. Wiser? Debatable. We’re rounding up the crew and revisiting our favorite spots — starting at Molly’s. Join us! Pay your own tab.

Guests must be 21+ to register.

2011 Class Event
Pay On Your Own
Social
 

Yoga at Mountaintop

Join a relaxing yoga class in the Stabler Observation Tower. Take in panoramic views from the top of South Mountain while enjoying a gentle, all-levels yoga session designed to help you stretch, reset, and energize for the day ahead. Following the class, stay for a meet-and-greet with Ruth Traldi, Mountaintop programs manager. Enjoy healthy snacks and learn more about what’s happening at Mountaintop today, from new research initiatives and student programs to exciting events and future plans for the campus.


Participants must be 18+ and complete a waiver prior to attending. Waivers will be sent electronically closer to Reunion Weekend.

Active
Charged Fee
 

Clayton University Center: A New Heart of Campus

What is it like to be a Lehigh student today? Get a glimpse of their experience — and compare it with yours — with a tour of the renovated Clayton University Center at Packer Hall. See the new spaces, learn about the history, and find out how the transformed campus centerpiece is giving Lehigh’s community more opportunities to work and play, forge traditions, and build lifelong friendships and connections.

Free
Tours
 

Celebrating 150 Years of the Epitome Coffee Gathering

Join other former Epitome editors and the current Epitome adviser, Jessi Schimmel McMullan ’05, for a coffee and light breakfast to remember the good times as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the book. We will have all the milestone class year's books on hand for your enjoyment.

Free
Networking
 

Wake & Shake: A Zumba Fitness Celebration

Sponsored by the Class of 2001: Join America’s Fit Ms. Kate Schartel Novak ’04 and special guest Zumba instructors from across the Lehigh Valley for a high-energy workout.

The Class of 2001 is partnering with Lehigh’s Community Service Office to provide much-needed gym equipment for Southside Bethlehem students, supporting their health and wellness for years to come. Help support the project by making a donation at the end of the registration form.

Active
Free
 

Meet and Greet with Athletics Staff and the Dean of Athletics

Join us in the Hall of Fame to hear from the Murray H. Goodman ’48 Dean of Athletics, Jeremy L. Gibson P’28, meet the athletics staff, and enjoy light refreshments as you connect with fellow alumni.

Free
Networking
 

State of the University

In an ever-evolving world, amid a time of complex change in higher education, Lehigh thrives. Join President Joseph J. Helble ’82 to learn how Lehigh’s strategy, Inspiring the Future Makers, empowers students, faculty, and staff to create progress that we can test, prove, and deeply feel.

Light refreshments available at 10:00 a.m. The program will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. Bring questions!


Free
Highlight Event
 

Lehigh Libraries Special Collections Tours

Take a one-hour guided tour; artifacts will be on display. Lehigh Libraries' current exhibit, Unfinished Chapter, examines the complex history of freedom in America and its resonance today. Grounded in the themes of unfinished revolutions and the power of place, the exhibit includes rare publications from the country's founding, historical texts highlighting democratic ideals, emblems of American liberty, and student-curated reflections on global freedom and identity.

Academic
Free
Tours
 

Picnic Lunch

Enjoy a buffet lunch with festive music before marching with your class in the parade.

During lunch, visit the Alumni Affinity Groups table to explore ways to stay connected to Lehigh through shared identities, cultures, and professional interests. Affinity groups bring alumni together through common backgrounds, while professional alliances connect you across industries and career paths. There’s a place for everyone to build community, expand their network, and deepen their connection to Lehigh. Learn more about BALANCE, LAAN, LAPA, and our professional alliances.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Social
 

Historic Parade of Classes

Great music, creative costumes, and plenty of Lehigh spirit are on display during the always-popular Parade of Classes. Walk with your class or cheer for your favorite group as parade judges select the winner of the coveted Petty Flag for Best Parade Performance.

12:30 p.m. - Report to class-specific Parade HQ locations

1:15 p.m. - Parade line-up

1:30 p.m. - Parade march begins 

Highlight Event
Social
 

Class of 2001: Broughal Middle School Service

Give back to the neighborhood that we once called home. Join fellow alumni for a meaningful community service opportunity at Broughal Middle School. Volunteers will support local families by helping in the school’s clothing closet, organizing items in the food pantry, and assisting with other projects around the school. Family members and guests are welcome to participate.

2001 Class Event
 

Alumni Vow Renewal

Love is in the air! Celebrate your marriage by renewing your wedding vows inside Packer Memorial Church beside your family, friends, and fellow alumni.

Free
Social
 

Class of 1961 Symposium

The Class of 1961 will again present a symposium to discuss progress of Class Legacies. These include current scholarship valuations and scholar information. The ’61 Professors program will feature a recipient from faculty. The Hagerman Lecture and the Ethics Endowment will be discussed both by faculty and alumni advisors. Members of the Class of 2011 will be in attendance to update our future going forward.

1961 Class Event
Free
Networking
 

Ice Cream Social

Take a moment to cool down and build your own ice cream treat supplied by Brendan Kelly's '05's Pop Pop's Ice Cream Shoppe, enjoy toppings, and play casual games like ping pong and pool. Mingle with classmates, meet fellow alumni, or bring the family for a sweet treat.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Social
 

LUAG 100th Anniversary Toast & Outdoor Sculpture Tour

Raise a toast to 100 years of art at Lehigh! Sip a glass of bubbly while exploring some of LUAG's Outdoor Sculpture Collection with Curator of Collections Mark Wonsidler. Ever wonder about the 13-foot mystical orange structure behind Packer Chapel or the bronze figure resting on Memorial Walkway? Here’s your chance to discover the stories behind some of the incredible outdoor works that help define Lehigh’s campus (and that were recently recognized by Condé Nast Traveler)!

Arts
Free
Tours
 

Tell Your Lehigh Story: Class of 1996

Join a special session of the Lehigh Oral History Project designed to capture your Class of 1996 memories. Come prepared to share stories of your time on campus and hear from your classmates. Interviews will be preserved on video and become part of Lehigh's Special Collections.

1996 Class Event
 

Materials Science and Engineering Department Family Reunion

Enjoy fun, updates, and discussions, and revisit the facilities that helped shape who you are. Call all your classmates and rejoice in our home, Whitaker Labs, sharing your great memories while meeting with students, the department chair, and some familiar faculty.

Academic
Free
Networking
 

Block Party on The Hill

Relive your fun days on "The Hill" with classmates. Enjoy music, beer, food, and plenty of brown and white.

Charged Fee
Highlight Event
Social
 

Fraternity and Sorority Open House

Greetings, Greeks! Visit your former sorority or fraternity house. Guests will be able to walk through the common spaces of currently recognized chapter houses. No bedrooms, bathrooms, or private areas will be available.

80 – Psi Upsilon
81 – Delta Upsilon
83 – Pi Beta Phi, Beta Theta Pi
84 – Chi Psi
85 – CGC House (multicultural groups), Kappa Alpha
86 – Delta Chi, Delta Phi
88 – Phi Kappa Theta
89 – Delta Tau Delta, Pi Kappa Alpha, Phi Sigma Kappa
90 – Phi Sigma Kappa
91 – Theta Chi
92 – Sigma Phi Epsilon
93 – Alpha Chi Omega, Alpha Chi Rho
94 – Zeta Tau Alpha, Sigma Alpha Mu
95 – Alpha Gamma Delta, Zeta Psi
96 – Sigma Phi Delta, Theta Xi
97 – Phi Delta Theta, Lambda Chi Alpha, Kappa Sigma
98 – Alpha Phi, Pi Lambda Phi
100 – Gamma Phi Beta, Sigma Phi
101 – Phi Delta Theta
102 – Alpha Epsilon Pi, Sigma Chi
104 – Kappa Delta, Phi Gamma Delta
105 – Chi Phi
106 – Kappa Alpha Theta, Alpha Sigma Phi
107 – Alpha Omicron Pi, Theta Delta Chi

Free
Tours
 

Graduates of the Last Decade Dinner

Celebrate with classes 2025-2016. Highlighting the 5th and 10th milestone years, 2021 and 2016.

Charged Fee
Social
Young Alumni Event
 

Cheers to the Years: 1971/1966/1961/1956/1951 Dinner

Celebrate with alumni marking milestone reunions beyond their 50th, honoring milestone classes from 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, and 1971. The evening will feature guest speaker, Terry Hart ‘68, a former NASA astronaut and professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at Lehigh University.

The evening will conclude with a 50s, 60s, 70s party after dinner with live music.

1951 Class Event
1956 Class Event
1961 Class Event
1966 Class Event
1971 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

20th Reunion Class Dinner: 2006

Class of 2006 - join together and celebrate your 20th Reunion.



2006 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

25th Reunion Class Dinner: 2001

Class of 2001 - join together and celebrate your 25th Reunion.

2001 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

30th Reunion Class Dinner: 1996

Class of 1996 - join together and celebrate your 30th Reunion.  

1996 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

45th Reunion Class Dinner: 1981

Class of 1981 - join together and celebrate your 45th Reunion.  

1981 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

35th and 40th Reunion Class Dinner: 1991 and 1986

Classes of 1991 and 1986 - join together and celebrate your 35th and 40th Reunions.

1986 Class Event
1991 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

50th Reunion Class Dinner: 1976

Celebrate our 50th Reunion on campus with live music, dancing, and remarks by special guest Jeremy L. Gibson P'28, Murray H. Goodman Dean of Athletics. Music throughout the evening will be provided by the Tyrone Stackhouse Project.

1976 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

15th Reunion Class Dinner: 2011

Class of 2011 - join together and celebrate your 15th Reunion. Appetizers start at 7, dinner at 7:30.

2011 Class Event
Charged Fee
Social
 

2016 Saturday Night Gathering

Catch up with classmates at F&A Grog House (formerly MacGrady's) for a pub night following Saturday night dinner. Pay your own tab.

Guests must be 21+ to register.

2016 Class Event
Pay On Your Own
Social
 

2021 Saturday Night Gathering

Catch up with classmates for a pub night following Saturday night dinner. Pay your own tab. Location TBD.

Guests must be 21+ to register.

2021 Class Event
Pay On Your Own
Social
 

Pace the Prez

Join President Joseph J. Helble ’82 for a four-mile round-trip run around campus and downtown Bethlehem. Prefer walking? Take our shorter route designed for walkers.

Complimentary t-shirts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Active
Free