View some of the 2024 Reunion Weekend Schedule
Full 2025 Schedule Coming Soon!
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1 - 2:15 p.m.
50th Class Seminar
MAINSTAGE, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE2:30 - 3:45 p.m.
50th Class Seminar
MAINSTAGE, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE5 - 6 p.m.
Alumni Travel Showcase
Join Director of Alumni Engagement Programs Leila Derstine for a preview of 2025 travel opportunities and focused TED-style faculty talks that highlight the intellectual breadth and depth of the Alumni Travel Study program. Light refreshments to follow in '62 Center Lobby.
MAINSTAGE, '62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE7 p.m.
Trivia Night
Come on down to The Log and show your smarts! Enjoy five competitive Rounds of trivia for you and your friends. Trivia is always FREE and open to ALL!
THE LOG, 78 Spring Street8 - 10:30 p.m. - Canceled due to rain
Williams Outing Club-Sponsored Campfire
STONE HILL, CLARK ART
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8 - 9:30 a.m.
Williams Legacy Society Breakfast
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join us as we honor alumni, parents, and friends who have established legacy gifts for Williams. Remarks by President Maud Mandel and Martha Williamson '77, Trustee and Legacy Society Chair.
THE WILLIAMS INN, 101 Spring Street10 – 11:15 a.m.
50th Class Seminar
MAINSTAGE, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Davis Center Tour
Walk through the new DC with Scott Henderson, Senior Project Manager in the Design, Planning, and Construction Office at Williams College
MORLEY CIRCLE11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Lunch on your own
LEE SNACK BAR AND AREA EATERIESHot tip: Skip the line and order online! For local restaurants, click here.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
FestEPHal - Lunch & Day Party
Members of the Williams Black Alumni Network (WBAN), Williams Indigenous Alumni Network (WIAN), Williams Latinx Alumni Network (WLAN), Williams Asian and Asian American Alumni Network (WAAAAN), Williams Firsts Alumni Network (WFAN) and the Williams Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Alumni Network (BiGLATA) are welcome to enjoy a festive party lunch with the family.
DANCE STUDIO, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Free ice cream
Courtesy of the Williams Legacy Society while supplies last!
PARESKY STEPS12:50 p.m.
Jumuah
Everyone is welcome to join Jumuah, the Muslim Friday prayer service, in the Muslim Prayer Room followed by a halal lunch in the Interfaith Common Room.
THOMPSON CHAPEL, Muslim Prayer Room, Lower Level1 - 2 p.m.
25th Class Seminar
MAINSTAGE, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE2:45 - 3:45 p.m.
Dwelling of the Gallant
In honor of 50+ years of coeducation at the college, join us for a special ceremony of celebration featuring four Women of Williams across the decades telling their stories.
MAINSTAGE, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE3 - 3:45 p.m.*
Admission 101
Families with children beginning to think about college are encouraged to join this informal, interactive session with a Williams admission officer.
WESTON HALL4 – 5 p.m.
A Conversation between Williams President Maud S. Mandel and Society of Alumni President.
MAINSTAGE, ’62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE5 - 7 p.m.
Quarterback Club Football Reunion
WESTON ATHLETIC CENTER5 - 7 p.m.
Geosciences Alumni Reunion
BUD WOBUS ROCK GARDEN, WACHENHEIM SCIENCE CENTER5:15 p.m.
Shabbat services
Welcome in Shabbat with Friday night services at the JRC. Everyone is warmly welcome as we sing, pray, and shmooze. We hope to see you there!
JEWISH RELIGIOUS CENTER, 24 Stetson Ct.6 p.m.
Class Dinners and Festivities
Refer to class-specific schedules for locations and details.
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6 - 9 a.m.
Sunrise(n) Hike Up Pine Cobble
This is a 3 mile round trip hike with one thousand foot elevation gain to get your blood flowing and endorphins coursing through your veins!! Dress for the weather and wear good footwear for a trail that will be muddy and rocky! Bring a filled water bottle. Return to campus by 9:30 a.m. Rain or shine!
PINE COBBLE TRAIL7 - 8:30 a.m.*
Bird Walk at Hopkins Forest
Some binoculars provided. Coffee available!
HOPKINS FOREST8 a.m.
Fun Run
Join other reunion attendees for an early morning run in the Purple Valley (Gale Road loop).
CHAPIN STEPS8 - 9 a.m.
All-Levels Yoga Class
GREYLOCK HALL, 2ND FLOOR9 - 10:30 a.m.*
Create a Spectacle
Dress up for the parade by making your own festive sunglasses, hats, and signs to carry and wear! Rain or shine.
PARESKY STEPS9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Williamstown Farmers Market
Stroll. Snack. Shop local.
SPRING STREET PARKING LOT10 a.m.
Parade of Classes
The 50th Reunion class will lead the way to the Society’s Annual Meeting. Pre-parade music provided by the Eagles Band of Pittsfield. Find your classmates near class signs on Paresky Lawn. Post-50th Reunion classes should gather outside of Dodd House for the parade.
PARESKY LAWN10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Annual Meeting, Society of Alumni
The annual meeting, led by Society of Alumni President: trophies, cups, and medals recognizing alumni volunteers; election results; major gift announcements; and traditional Williams songs.
WILLIAMS QUAD (AKA: Library Quad / Sawyer Quad) Rain Location: CHAPIN HALL10:30 a.m.- noon*
Wheels! (Ages 2 and up)
After the parade, join other young families to explore a fire engine, police cruiser, ambulance, backhoe, front loader, mowers, and street sweeper! Rain or shine.
WESTON GATE, WESTON ATHLETIC COMPLEX10:30 a.m. - noon*
Soccer Clinic (Ages 5-17)
Join a soccer session for all levels. We'll work on development and refinement, and end with small-sided games. Rain or shine.
COLE FIELD10:30 a.m. - noon*
Ultimate Frisbee Clinic (Ages 10+)
Come and learn this team sport, led by members of the Williams Ultimate Frisbee Organization. Rain or shine.
WILLIAMSON FIELD, WESTON ATHLETIC COMPLEX10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.*
Toddler and Preschool Playdate (Ages 2-4)
Toddlers/preschoolers and their parents/caregivers are welcome at the Williams Children's Center to play with purple Play-Doh, run around the outdoor play spaces, and enjoy other activities.
WILLIAMS COLLEGE CHILDREN'S CENTER, 44 WHITMAN STREETNOON*
All Campus Lunch!
Rain or shine! Enjoy a meal sourced locally and sustainably, highlighting the great food and farms within the Berkshire community.
CHAPIN LAWN/PARESKY1 – 2 p.m.
Math/Stat Tea
Grab some tea and socialize with Math/Stats alums. Families welcome.
WACHENHEIM SCIENCE CENTER, FRANK MORGAN LIBRARY1 – 2 p.m.
Physics & Astronomy Reception
Visit with the Physics and Astronomy faculty and meet up with alums for iced tea & cookies. Families welcome!
HOPPER SCIENCE BUILDING, GROUND FLOOR ENTRY OFF OF MORLEY CIRCLE1 – 2 p.m.
Campus Tour Led by Admission Tour Guide
Families with children beginning to think about college are encouraged to participate. Followed by an Admission 101 session. Rain or shine, bring an umbrella!
PARESKY FRONT STEPS1 – 2 p.m.*
Magnificent Monster Circus (Ages 5+)
Come one, come all, to a circus like no other! Encounter magnificent creatures from the wilds of your imagination as their quirky human caretaker tries to teach them new tricks. Kids can lend a hand to Eustice the Unicycling Unimonster, make friends with a Fiery Fanged Worm, cheer for Agnes the many-legged Acropod, and more! This colorful, silly, multi-sensory show full of friendly monsters is a perfect match for young audiences. Show length- 40 min. plus Q&A after the show.
PARESKY AUDITORIUM1 – 3 p.m.
WCMA Open House
Come mix and mingle with museum staff and curators, learn more about the museum building project, celebrate the 10th anniversary of WALLS (Williams Art Loan for Living Spaces), and dive into current exhibitions.
WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART (WCMA)1 - 4 p.m.
Bouldering Barn Open Hours
Come visit the new WOC Bouldering Facility located on the corner of Walden St. and Hoxsey. Shoes and chalk are provided but bring a water bottle! There will only be room for 10 climbers and 1 monitor in the space at a time.
WOC BOULDERING BARN1 - 4 p.m.
Fablab Open House
Visit the Fabrication Lab. A selection of age appropriate learning activities for both children and adults are available including embroidery, friendship bracelets, button making, origami and more. If desired, bring an item to add an embroidered Williams "W" with your class year. All supplies and instructions will be provided. Children will need to be supervised by their parents. The Fab Lab will be open Friday noon - 4 p.m. and then again on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
SAWYER LIBRARY, Room 2471 - 4 p.m.
Makerspace Open House
Visit the Makerspace for a tour and to see this year's student academic projects. Select a 3D printed or laser engraved Williams keychain (while they last). Children will need to be supervised by their parents. The Makerspace will be open Friday noon - 4 p.m. and then again on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m..
SAWYER LIBRARY, Room 2481 - 4 p.m.
Science Shop Open House
Visit the Williams Science Shop for a brief tour and to see a few examples of past student projects. Children will need to be supervised by their parents. The Science Shop will be open Friday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. and then again on Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m..
HOPPER SCIENCE CENTER, Room g151 - 4 p.m.
Plenty of Purple Projects (All Ages)
Get your creative juices flowing and make decoupage frames, jewelry, stationery, painted cow bells, and more. Materials in Williams' colors, of course!
FALK SCIENCE QUAD (Rain Location: Wachenheim 113)1 - 5 p.m.
Library Special Collections Open House
Staff of the Chapin Library and the College Archives will be on hand to introduce exhibits and collections featuring rare books, manuscripts, yearbooks and other artifacts of college history.
CHAPIN LIBRARY, SAWYER LIBRARY2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Davis Center (DC) Tour
Join Reunion Rangers for a tour of the new DC. We will have handouts for self-guided options.
THE DAVIS CENTER2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Admission 101
Families with children beginning to think about college are encouraged to join this informal, interactive session with a Williams admission officer.
WESTON HALL2:15 – 3:15 p.m.*
Community Drum Circle (All Ages)
In this musical environment, learn rhythms, playful games, and songs from Africa, South America, and Asia. All instruments provided!
PARESKY STEPS (Rain Location:'62 Center Dance Studio)2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Lee F. Jackson '79 Memorial Track Meet and Family Games (Ages 5-12)
Participate in races, water games, and more. Ribbons for all participants.
LEE TRACK, WESTON ATHLETIC COMPLEX2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Forests and Change with Assistant Professor of Biology Allison Gill
For nearly a century, Hopkins Forest has been home to research investigating the influence of human activities and environmental change on forest structure, function, and biodiversity. Join for a walk to learn about this ongoing research, and the important roles of our local forests in mitigating the effects of anthropogenic change!
HOPKINS FOREST (Rain Location: Rosenberg Center)2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Williams Christian Fellowship Gathering
This is an informal gathering of Williams alumni who participated in the Williams Christian Fellowship while at Williams or have since become active in the Christian faith. There will be an update on the current Williams Christian Fellowship, formal and informal sharing, and prayer. It will be a great time to connect with fellow Christians in different classes and different parts of the country (or world or your own backyard!), as well as with local friends.
READING ROOM, SAWYER LIBRARY3:30 - 4:30 p.m.*
Family Yoga
Infants, toddlers, kids of all ages are welcome to practice yoga! Games, silliness, zen, and movement with your loved ones.
WILLIAMS QUAD (Rain Location, Greylock Studio)3:30 - 4:30 p.m.*
Drawing Class (Ages 5-12)
Enjoy an outdoor drawing session. No experience necessary; come to learn or practice what you already know. Supplies provided.
CHAPIN STEPS (Rain Location, Paresky 220 Reading Room)3:30 - 4:30 p.m.*
Ultimate Frisbee Games (Ages 10+)
Practice the skills you learned in the morning clinic! Led by WUFO members. Rain or shine.
FARLEY-LAMB FIELD, WESTON ATHLETIC COMPLEX3:30 p.m.
Preview “BUILDING 6 PORTRAIT INTERIOR” with artist Barbara Ernst Prey ’79
MASS MoCA commissioned Prey to paint the largest watercolor in the world for the opening of their new building. Come see the painting and hear Prey discuss the monumental commission. Meet at the painting in Building 6. Transportation not provided.
BUILDING 6, MASS MOCA, 1040 MASS MOCA WAY, NORTH ADAMS3:30 - 5 p.m.
Eph Meet-Up @ Reunion
This casual networking reception features industry-specific chat areas where you can meet other Ephs who do what you do - or would like to do someday! Career shifters and other Ephs in professional transition are welcome, as are non-Eph spouses and guests. Come as you are, business cards optional!
CENTERSTAGE LOBBY, '62 CENTER FOR THEATRE AND DANCE3:30 - 5:30 p.m.*
Rod Puppet workshop with CactusHead Puppets
Drop in and create your own rod puppet character! Participants will use paper, ribbon, and basic craft materials to make a rod puppet character of their own. Recommended for ages 5 and up, all ages welcome!
SCHAPIRO 1294-6 p.m.
Pride Toast with BiGLATA
Meet, share, and celebrate Pride with Williams LGBTQ+ alums and members of the Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, and Transgender Alumni Network (BiGLATA) attending Reunion. Light appetizers will be provided with a cash bar. No RSVP required for this casual event.
THE LOG, 78 Spring Street5 p.m.
Catholic Mass
Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Bill Clark, S.J. (Williams '80). All are welcome.
THOMPSON MEMORIAL CHAPEL, Upper Sanctuary6 p.m.
Class Dinners and Festivities
Refer to class specific schedules for locations and details.6:30 p.m.
Movie at Images Cinema - Wish (Rated PG)
Enjoy free admission to this showing of Wish at Images Cinema! Make sure to arrive 10-15 minutes early in order to ensure a seat.
IMAGES CINEMA, SPRING STREET7 p.m.
Planetarium Show
Join us in the Milham Planetarium of the historic Hopkins Observatory for an exploration of the night sky! We will cover a wide range of topics from mythology of the constellations to the way our universe began and anything in between! Come with curiosity and wonder for what our night sky has to offer!
HOPKINS OBSERVATORY7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Capture the Flag (Ages 10+)
You're never too old for this one. Join Reunion Rangers for this classic summer game.
LEE TRACK, WESTON ATHLETIC COMPLEX7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Drawing Class (Ages 10+)
Explore your creative side with pastels and paper. No experience necessary; supplies provided.
SCHAPIRO HALL ROOM 1298:45 p.m.
Movie at Images Cinema - Wonka (Rated PG)
Enjoy free admission to this showing of Wonka at Images Cinema! Make sure to arrive 10-15 minutes early in order to ensure a seat.
IMAGES CINEMA, 50 SPRING STREET9:30 p.m.
Ephlats and The Williams Cabaret
Celebrate the 70’s with a delightful performance of music, memories, and laughter featuring the 70’s & 80’s Ephlats and The Williams Cabaret. Cash bar. All classes invited.
THE LOG, 78 Spring St.
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9 a.m.
Alumni-led AA Meeting
PARESKY ROOM 2209:30 a.m.
Reunion Service of Gratitude and Remembrance
A multi-faith service to honor the passing of beloved classmates and celebrate the blessings of relationship to the Williams community. Led by Williams chaplains and alumni clergy.
THOMPSON CHAPELNOON
Dorm Checkout Deadline
Leave your dorm key and name tag on the dresser in your room
*Family Activities Programming
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