Schedule of Events
Events are complimentary and included with your registration fee unless noted otherwise.
Children 12 and under eat free, but please include on your registration.
Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday
Friday Reunion Events | Saturday Reunion Events
THURSDAY, OCT. 12
3-5:30 p.m. | Student Research Symposium
Cornerstone Arts Center
Oral presentations begin at 3 p.m. in the Richard F. Celeste Theatre followed by individual presentations in the main space and flex room.
The Student Research and Internship Symposium is the culminating event after a summer of collaborative research and internship experiences conducted by Colorado College students and faculty as well as through off-campus organizations. It brings the CC community together for a series of short presentations, poster sessions, and discussions across a variety of academic disciplines.
5-7 p.m. | Class of 1973 Welcome Reception and Homecoming Check-In
Smith Family Gallery, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
Welcome reception for members of the 50th reunion class and their guests. Alumni who attend this reception and receive their official Homecoming registration materials do not need to visit Registration and Check-in at Charles L. Tutt Library on Friday morning.
Price: $30/person
6 p.m. | Alumni Association Award Recipient Dinner
Stewart House, 1228 Wood Ave.
Invite-only
7:30-9 p.m. | "Apocalyptic Women: Some Feminist Insights into Mediaeval Apocalypse Illustrations"
Packard Hall
With distinguished art historian Richard K. Emmerson.
FRIDAY, OCT. 13
9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Registration and Check-in
1st Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library
Upon arrival, all alumni and guests should check in to receive an official name tag and a final schedule of events.
9 a.m.-5 p.m. | "Preserving Colorado College's History," Special Collections Open Hours
Garden Level, Charles L. Tutt Library
Jessy Randall, archivist and curator of special collections, will share how the unique history of Colorado College is protected through the years.
10-11 a.m. | Fifty Year Club Induction Ceremony for the Class of 1973
Shove Memorial Chapel
Members of the Class of 1973 will be inducted into the Colorado College Fifty Year Club. Henry Doyle '73 and Susan Smith Kuczmarski '73 will address the class. The Class of 1973 should arrive by 9:30 a.m. for brief instructions. Class photo to follow on Palmer Hall steps.
10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Open hours at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
30 W. Dale St.
Free admission to the museum with your official Homecoming Weekend name tag.
11:15 a.m. | Class of 1973 Photo (immediately following Fifty Year Club Induction Ceremony)
Palmer Hall steps
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fifty Year Club Luncheon
Bemis Dining Hall or Homecoming Tent (location will be determined by final registration numbers)
Luncheon for current Fifty Year Club members (alumni who graduated more than 50 years ago) and newly inducted members from the Class of 1973. Features welcome remarks from Fifty Year Club President Dan Cooper '66, and includes local CC faculty and staff retiree guests.
Price: $20/person
12-4 p.m. | Academic Department Open Houses
Stop by and say hello!
Anthropology, 12-1 p.m. Speaker, 1-2:30 p.m. Reception, Room 412, Barnes Science Center
Classics and Comparative Literature, 1-3 p.m., Room 201, Cossitt Hall
Environmental Studies Program, 2-3 p.m., EV Admin Office, Room 125, Tutt Science Building
Feminist and Gender Studies, 1-4 p.m., ID House, 1115 N. Cascade Ave.
Molecular Biology, 1:30-3 p.m., Room 464, Olin Hall
Philosophy, 1-2 p.m., Room 130 (Department Lounge), Armstrong Hall
Southwest Studies, 12:30-2 p.m., Dern House, 1109 N. Cascade Ave.
1-4 p.m. | Student and Alumni Competitive Communications Open House and Reception
Competitive Communications House, 822 N. Weber St. (East Campus)
Please join us for an open house event showcasing our Competitive Communication teams which proudly encompass Speech and Debate, Mock Trial, and Model UN. Visit with Director Sarah Hinkle, head speech and debate coach, Dr. Jillian Jeager, Mock Trial Coach, Taylor Kelson, '14, other Competitive Communications staff and current team members, alumni, colleagues, and friends. Swing by to see updates and awards from recent national and international competitions, share memories and stories, and learn more about Competitive Communications recognition, planning, and funding. Light snacks and coffee will be served.
1:15-3 p.m. | 50 Years: CC Then and Now
Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Center
The Class of 1973 invites all Homecoming attendees to join them for a robust discussion of the change in student perspectives from 1973-2023. Panelists include Professor Emeritus Horst Richardson, Professor Murphy Brasuel '96, Molly Squires '73, and a current CC student. Moderated by Ann Blumberg Frick '73.
2-3:30 p.m. | 55th Reunion Classes: Freshmen Orientation + 55
Yalich Boardroom, William I. Spencer Center
Members of the Classes of 1967, 1968, and 1969: The tradition of reading and discussing a book began as part of our Colorado College Freshmen Orientation. Please join us for this conversation. Optional recommended reading: Somerset Maugham's short autobiography, "The Summing Up," as a springboard to summing up our lives since leaving college.
2-5 p.m. | CC Arts & Crafts Open Studios
Basement, Worner Campus Center
Please join us in our newly renovated studio to make art! During open studios we will have demos, art making stations, and guided experiences where you can create ceramics, works in fiber, block printing, and painting and drawing. Everyone is welcome and no prior experience in art is needed to join in on the fun! Arts & Crafts is co-curricular program that supports students, staff, and faculty to experiment and engage with art and craft processes and histories.
3-5 p.m. | Film and Media Studies: Outstanding Student Film Screening and Reception
Screening Room and Film Garage, Cornerstone Arts Center
Please join us for a screening of recent outstanding student film work, followed by a reception in the Cornerstone Arts Center where you can meet past and current Film and Media Studies students, faculty, and staff.
3-5 p.m. | LGBTQIA+ Reception
Tutt Alumni House
Price: $15/person, $10/person for Classes of 2018-2023
4-5 p.m. | CC Music Celebration
Packard Hall
A multi-genre concert featuring fabulous ensembles from the music department, including CC Bluegrass, Tiger Jazz, Mariachi, Chamber Chorus, and the Gamelan.
4-5:15 p.m. | CC Tiger Alumni and Parents Athletic Reception
Room 339, Louis Multi-Purpose Room, El Pomar Sports Center
Calling all former CC student-athletes and families of current student-athletes. Join us to connect with one another, share stories, and reminisce with past teammates. Meet the current CC Athletics Director, Lesley Irvine, as well as coaches and department leaders. Go Tigers!
5-7:30 p.m. | Tiger Tailgate: All-Campus Celebration
Homecoming Tents, Tava Quad
Join us for food trucks, refreshments, music entertainment, and more! With several food trucks to choose from, there's sure to be one that tempts your tastebuds. See the food truck options here.
Price: This event is free to attend, but please note food and drinks are self-pay to give you the flexibility to enjoy as you choose.
5:30-7 p.m. | Donor Reception with College Leadership (invite only)
Chapman Room, Ed Robson Arena
Includes limited standing-room-only hockey tickets.
6 p.m. | Cutthroat Women's Rugby vs. TBD
Washburn Field
6 p.m. | Men's Soccer vs. Southwestern
Stewart Field
7 p.m. | CC Hockey vs. Union College
Ed Robson Arena, CC Campus
Limited game tickets will be available for purchase via Colorado College Ticketmaster.
Check Friday ticket availability here.
Can’t get tickets? Friday night’s game will be shown on the TVs at a local restaurant, Fat Sully’s, in downtown Colorado Springs.
8 p.m. | Men's Club Rugby vs. TBD
Washburn Field
SATURDAY, OCT. 14
9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Registration and Check-In
1st Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library
Upon arrival, all alumni and guests should check in to receive an official name tag and a final schedule of events.
9-9:45 a.m. | Salute to the Movies of the 1960s and Movie Music of the 1950s-1980s
Packard Theatre, Packard Hall
A morning recital including an 11-minute film featuring clips from favorite movies of the '60s and the Linda Seger Piano Quartet playing movie music of the 1950s to 1980s.
9-10 a.m. | Economics and Business Department Open House
Palmer Hall, Room 118
10-11:15 a.m. | Alumni Awards Ceremony and Recipient Discussion
Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Center
Presentation of the Benezet, Worner, Riley, and Spirit of Adventure Awards.
Learn more about the 2023 Award Recipients here:
Louis T. Benezet Award, Gia Crecelius '91
Lloyd E. Worner Award, David Banks '77
Gresham Riley Award, Emily Chan
Spirit of Adventure Award, William Jankowski '67
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Open hours at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
30 W. Dale St.
Free admission to the museum with your official Homecoming Weekend name tag.
10:30 a.m. | Class of 2008 Child-Friendly Meet-up
Acacia Park, 115 E. Platte Ave.
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Alumni Community Picnic
Homecoming Tents, Tava Quad
The Office of Alumni and Family Relations invites alumni and their families to gather for lunch.
Price: $20/person, $15/person for Classes of 2018-2023, and free for children 12 and under
12-2 p.m. | Rugby Alumni vs. Student Match
Donald Autrey Field
1-1:45 p.m. | Panel Featuring President L. Song Richardson and College Leaders
Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Center
2-4 p.m. | Tiger Talks
Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Center
Join us for a shorter version of Ted Talks where CC alumni, faculty, students, parents, and staff can present on a topic of personal expertise to show the impact that the college is making beyond campus.
Presenter order:
Dr. Steven Hayward, "Is It Time for the One-Week Semester?"
Sarah Jacobson '13, "A Journey Into the Minds of Elephants"
Dr. Kristi Erdal P'21, "The Adulteration of Children's Sports"
Student Presentation - TBD
Brook Nunn '98, "Building NASA's Next Mission to Detect Life"
Dr. Tomi-Ann Roberts P'13, "Slow Looking and Being Moved"
Student Presentation - TBD
Dr. Amanda Minervini, "Our Equine Teachers"
2 p.m. | Class of 1983 Hike
Garden of the Gods Visitor Center, 1805 N. 30th St.
Alumni should meet in the parking lot. Look for the CC banner!
2 p.m. | Class of 1993 Hike
Garden of the Gods Visitor Center, 1805 N. 30th St.
Alumni should meet in the parking lot. Look for the CC banner!
3-4 p.m. | Celebration of Life and Music for Carlton Gamer, professor emeritus of Music
Packard Hall
3-4:30 p.m. | Alumni Association Council Reception
Stewart House
Current and past members of the Alumni Association Council (formerly known as the Alumni Association Board and the National Alumni Council) are invited to stop by Stewart House to share highlights of your tenure and giving back to CC.
4-5 p.m. | Professor Fred Sondermann "Return" Documentary
Screening Room, Cornerstone Arts Center
Fred Sondermann was a beloved and respected CC professor for over 25 years, and an influential contributor to the life of Colorado Springs as a city councilman and key member of Temple Shalom. His family fled Germany just two days before the start of World War II in Europe. In 1969, he journeyed back to trace his history. Filmmaker Cyd Cohn will share her film about his “Return,” followed by recollections from his family, friends, and colleagues.
4:30-6 p.m. | Community of Color Reception
Chapman Room, Ed Robson Arena
Includes limited standing-room-only tickets.
Price: $15/person, $10/person for Classes of 2018-2023
6 p.m. | CC Hockey vs. Union College
Ed Robson Arena, CC Campus
Limited game tickets will be available for purchase via Colorado College Ticketmaster.
Check Saturday ticket availability here.
SUNDAY, OCT. 15
10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Donuts, Coffee, and Open Skate
Ed Robson Arena
Wrap up your weekend together with donuts and coffee in Ed Robson Arena. Gather your friends and join us to enjoy the newest campus building and an opportunity to skate on the ice.
Price: $10/person
12 p.m. | Men's Soccer vs. Texas Lutheran
Stewart Field
FRIDAY REUNION EVENTS
55th Reunion: Classes of 1967, 1968, and 1969
6:30-9 p.m. | Reception
The Warehouse, 25 W. Cimarron St.
Price: $20/person and cash bar
50th Reunion: Class of 1973
5:30-8 p.m. | Reception
4th Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library
Price: $35/person and host bar
45th Reunion: Class of 1978
7:30 p.m. | Class Meet-up
Panino's, 604 N. Tejon St.
Price: $30/person and cash bar
35th Reunion: Class of 1988
6:30-9:30 p.m. | Buffet Reception
Jose Muldoon's, 222 N. Tejon St.
Price: $25/person and cash bar
20th Reunion: Class of 2003
7 p.m. | Class Meet-up
The Well, 315 E. Pikes Peak Ave.
Price: On your own
10th Reunion: Class of 2013
8 p.m. | Class Meet-up
Phantom Canyon Brewing Company, 2 E.Pikes Peak Ave.
Price: On your own
SATURDAY REUNION EVENTS
55th Reunion: Classes of 1967, 1968, and 1969
6-9 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
McHugh Commons, John Lord Knight Apartments
Price: $35/person and cash bar
50th Reunion: Class of 1973
6-10 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
Bemis Lounge and Dining Hall
6 p.m. reception, 6:45 p.m. dinner
Price: $50/person and host bar
45th Reunion: Class of 1978
6-9 p.m. | Reception with heavy hors d'eouvres
Gates Common Room, Palmer Hall
Price: $55/person and cash bar
40th Reunion: Class of 1983
5:30-8:30 p.m. | Dinner
Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center
Price: $45/person and host bar
35th Reunion: Class of 1988
6:30-9:30 p.m. | Class of '88 Social Gathering!
United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum, 200 S. Sierra Madres St.
Includes buffet reception and self-guided tour from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for those interested.
Price: $89/person and cash bar
30th Reunion: Class of 1993
6-9 p.m. | Dinner
Studio C, Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center
Price: $45/person and host bar
25th Reunion: Class of 1998
6:30-9:30 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
The Warehouse (Gallery), 25 W. Cimarron St.
Price: $50/preson and cash bar
20th Reunion: Class of 2003
7-10 p.m. | Dinner and CC Bluegrass Band
Armstrong Great Hall
Price: $50/person and host bar
15th Reunion: Class of 2008
5:30-8:30 p.m. | Reception
Tim Fuller Event Space, Room 201, Charles L. Tutt Library
Price: $35/person and host bar
10th Reunion: Class of 2013
6:30-9 p.m. | Reception
Homecoming tent
Price: $25/person and host bar
5th Reunion: Class of 2018
6:30-9 p.m. | Reception
Homecoming tent
Price: $25/person and host bar
Young Alumni Reunion: Classes of 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023
6:30-9:30 p.m. | Sip, Paint & Conversation
Bemis Art School
Price: $15/person and host bar