Reunion Weekend Schedule of Events

Please note this schedule is subject to change.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

3 – 8 p.m.  |  Registration and Dormitories Open | John P. Ryan Library, Lobby
Stop by the Library to pick up your registration packet and Reunion give-a-way. Dormitories open for those staying on campus.           

4 p.m.  |  Alumni Class Parade | The Quad
Gather with your classmates on the Quad for festivities to kick-off the weekend. Wear your blazer, H sweater, or best blue and gray attire. Prizes will be awarded for the best display of school spirit.

5 p.m.  |  Alumni Convocation | Alumni Chapel
Experience anew the tradition of Chapel. Special Speaker: Senior Master Teacher of Science Mark Nelson P’10 ’13 who will retire at the end of this year after 44 years of teaching and coaching at The Hill.

6 - 11 p.m.  |  Childcare | Mercer Field House
Kids can enjoy a party of their own with dinner, games, crafts, and more. Pre-registration required.

6 p.m.  |  Welcome Home Cocktail Reception | Millhiser Family Dining Room and Class of1971 Garden
Join current faculty, faculty emeriti, and members of The Hill School Board of Trustees for a cocktail reception. 

7 p.m.  |  Welcome Home Dinner | Millhiser Family Dining Room
Food, friends, and fun music. Attire: Casual and spirit wear.

9 p.m.  |  Coffee and Conversation | Memorial Room and Class of 2018 Firepit
Looking for a quiet place to converse with friends? Head to the Memorial Room and Class of 2018 Firepit for coffee and dessert.

11 p.m. |  Campus Quiet Hours
Campus will shut down to prepare for the next day’s activities. Still want to spend time with friends and classmates? Head to local venues for tasty food and drink. See FAQs for suggestions.              

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

7:30  |  Breakfast | Millhiser Family Dining Room

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.  |  Registration | John P. Ryan Library, Lobby
Stop by the Library to pick up your registration packet and Reunion give-a-way.    

9 a.m.  |  Rise and Shine Activities

  • Yoga | The Quad 
    Novice and experienced yoga enthusiasts are welcome to start their day with a morning stretch.
  • Organ Concert | Alumni Chapel
     Enjoy the beautiful music of Hill organist, William Conrad.
  • Destination Hill Walking Tour | John P. Ryan Library, Steps
    See the new renovations around campus, while appreciating much of what has remained the same over time.
  • Class of 1964 Impact Tour  | John P. Ryan Library, Steps
    Take a journey through the campus to witness the impact of the Class of 1964’s philanthropy throughout the years.

10 a.m.  | Back-to-School Activities

  • Who The Hill Are They? | Dining Hall, Pinpoint Boardroom
    Learn about the history of the individuals for whom the buildings on Hill’s campus are named. Hosted by Homer Royer ’77 P'08 and Lou Jeffries, Hill archivist.
  • Academic Sessions with Faculty | Various Locations
    Return to the Harkness table and experience what is happening in classrooms today.

Session 1:    10 - 10:30 a.m. 
Session 2:   10:45 – 11:15 a.m.

10:45 a.m.  |  Class of 1969 Discussion: “Mr. Rolfe and Our Hill Experience” | Shirley Quadrivium Center, Science Library
Mark O’Brien ’69 will be leading a 45-minute discussion of Edmund Wilson’s essay, “Mr. Rolfe” (1942). Wilson opens a unique window into the “literariness” of our Hill experience.

11:30 a.m.  |  Life at Hill Panel | John P. Ryan Library, Memorial Room
Members from admission, athletics, arts, residential life, and more will be on hand to answer your questions about life at Hill today

Noon  |  Lunch and Affiliate Group Showcase \ Millhiser Family Dining Room
Learn more about Hill’s affiliate groups, which help connect Hill alumni around the world through a shared passion.

1 p.m.  |  Home on The Hill Activities

  • Hill Bingo & Trivia | John P. Ryan Library, Memorial Room
    Test your luck and your knowledge for some fun Hill-themed prizes.
  • Hilltones and Hilltrebles Sing-Along | Music House
    Warm up those pipes! Time to make some beautiful music.
  • Hill Archives Exploration | John P. Ryan Library, Archives
    Join Hill Archivist Lou Jeffries for a journey through time.
  • Destination Hill Walking Tour | John P. Ryan Library, Steps
    See the new renovations around campus, while appreciating much of what has remained the same over time.
  • J-Ball | Quad
    Time to participate in one of Hill’s favorite traditions. Gather your team and get ready for some friendly competition.

4 p.m.  | Class of 1964 Memorial Services | Alumni Chapel

4– 5 pm.  |  Class Photos | John P. Ryan Library Steps

  • 4 p.m. Class of 1959
  • 4:10 p.m. Class of 1969
  • 4:15 p.m. Class of 1979
  • 4:20 p.m. Class of 1984
  • 4:25 p.m. Class of 1989
  • 4:30 p.m. Class of 1994
  • 4:35 p.m. Class of 2004
  • 4:40 p.m. Class of 2009
  • 4:45 p.m. Class of 2014
  • 4:50 p.m.  All Alumnae
  • 5 p.m. Class of 1964

5 p.m.  | Class of 1969 and Class of 1974 Memorial Services | Various Locations
We pause in the festivities to take time to remember those classmates who are no longer with us.

  • Class of 1969 | John P. Ryan Library, Memorial Room
  • Class of 1974 | Alumni Chapel

5 p.m.  |  Class of 2004 Gathering | Athey Academic Center, Map Room
The Class of 2004 will enjoy wines from classmate Mark Piccirillo’s vineyard, El Lazo Wines in Argentina.

6-11 p.m.  |  Childcare | Mercer Field House
Kids can enjoy a party of their own with dinner, games, crafts, and more.  Pre-registration required.

6 p.m.  |  Farewell Cocktail Reception and Dinner | Millhiser Family Dining Room and Class of 1971 Garden
Celebrate the end of Reunion Weekend with dinner and dancing. Attire:  Academic Dress
Academic Dress consists of two options (1) jacket, button down shirt, tie, and pants; or (2) blazer, shirt/blouse, skirt, or slacks.

6 p.m.  | Reunion Milestone Cocktail Reception and Dinner | Various Locations
Classes celebrating their 5th, 25th, and 50th Reunion will have milestone dinners. Class photos will be taken at the event.

  • Class of 2019 - 5th Reunion | Shirley Quadrivium Center, Lobby
  • Class of 1999 - 25th Reunion | John P. Ryan Library, Memorial Room
  • Class of 1974 - 50th Reunion | Center For The Arts, Boyer Gallery, and Lobby

9 p.m.  |  Coffee and Conversation | Memorial Room and Class of 2018 Firepit
Looking for a quiet place to converse with friends? Head to the Memorial Room and Class of 2018 Firepit for coffee and dessert.

11 p.m. | Campus Quiet Hours
Campus will shut down to prepare for the next day’s activities. Still want to spend time with friends and classmates? Head to local venues for tasty food and drink. See FAQs for suggestions.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

8 – 10:30 a.m.  |  Whatsoever Things Brunch | Millhiser Family Dining Room and Class of 1971 Garden
Join us for a hearty breakfast before you depart.

10:30 a.m.  |  Service of Holy Communion | Alumni Chapel