Founder's Weekend

June 3-4, 2022

 

Founder’s Weekend is right around the corner --June 3-4, 2022. Gather your friends and come back to North Adams for a weekend full of friends, food, and entertainment! Founder’s Weekend includes many different events. You can participate in some or all – it's up to you. Among the weekend activities and programs are the following:

* Alumni Association Distinguished Alumni Awards honoring 2020 and 2021 Awardees 
*Learning sessions with faculty, peers, and staff
*Friday night entertainment with Janine Driver ’92, body language expert
*Saturday lawn party with live music and lawn games 
*And more! 

View the weekend schedule here!

While we will be celebrating three cycles of milestone classes — those that missed their reunions in 2020 and 2021, as well as those on track to celebrate in 2022 — all alumni are welcome to return for Founder’s Weekend!

Graduates of the last decade! 
Use the promo code RECENTGRAD during registration to have
your registration fee covered! 

 
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the plans for Founder’s Weekend 2022?

We welcome back those who missed their reunions in 2020 and 2021, alongside those on track to celebrate anniversaries in 2022. A weekend full of fun activities and opportunities for conversation has been planned.

When can I register?

We’ll open registration in April 2022. All alumni will be notified by email. If you need to update your email on file, please contact alumni@mcla.edu.

Who will be honored at the Alumni Association Awards?

The 2020 and 2021 honorees can be viewed here.

Who is invited to Reunion 2022?

While we will be celebrating three cycles of milestone classes — those that missed their reunions in 2020 and 2021 (class years ending in 0, 1, 5, and 6), as well as those on track to celebrate in 2022 (class years ending in 2 and 7) — all alumni are welcome to return for Founder’s Weekend.

 

2022

2021

2020

5 years

2017

2016

2015

10 years

2012

2011

2010

15 years

2007

2006

2005

20 years

2002

2001

2000

25 years

1997

1996

1995

30 years

1992

1991

1990

35 years

1987

1986

1985

40 years

1982

1981

1980

45 years

1977

1976

1975

50 years

1972

1971

1970

 

How will milestone classes be celebrated?

All milestone anniversary alumni will be recognized during the weekend. For classes that wish to hold a class specific-gathering, the Alumni Office is available to assist with planning and logistics.

Is housing available?

Yes! A local accommodation list may be found here.

How much does Founder’s Weekend cost?

To offer you the greatest flexibility in designing your weekend itinerary, all Founder’s Weekend events are set up for registration a la carte. There will be a one-time $25 registration fee for each registrant. This registration fee partially subsidizes general Founder’s Weekend overhead costs like refreshments, speaker honorariums, and entertainment. There is a small additional fee for the Distinguished Alumni Award program which covers each meal. Those only attending the Award program are not expected to pay the registration fee as well. Any other activities with additional costs will be clearly marked on the schedule. 

I’d like to be involved as a volunteer in planning for my milestone reunion. How can I get more information and learn about ways to get involved?

Email alumni@mcla.edu to become involved in your class’s planning efforts.

 

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