Reunion Weekend Schedule

5-6:30 p.m.
40th Reunion Reception hosted by President Sarah Bolton at Sherwood House, 1107 Alvarado Terrace. Hearty hors d'oeuvres and beverages provided. 

8 a.m.–Noon 
Classroom visits

3:30–5 p.m.
Kick off your reunion weekend with Whitties Helping Whitties - an excellent opportunity to meet other alumni working in your professional field. WHW events are also a wonderful way to share your experience and career trajectory with interested students. Join the conversation!  Hunter Conservatory side lawn. Inclement weather will move this event indoors.

6–9 p.m.
All-Class Party. Celebrate Reunion Weekend and this great new downtown location! Meet up with your classmates and mix and mingle with alumni and families from all the reunion classes. This is the one place you’ll be sure to see your friends when you get to town! Enjoy a taste of the Walla Walla culinary scene with choices from local food trucks. Drinks available for purchase. Pay only for what you’d like! Heritage Square Park, 116 E. Main St.

6-11 p.m.
Whittie Kids. Childcare for ages 5-14 will be active and education focused including games, crafts, and a movie. Snack provided. No walk-ins accepted.  

10-10:50 a.m.
Reunion Class Photographs on the steps of Memorial Building (front and back) as well as the front steps of Baker Center, 364 Boyer Avenue. Please note: Photos are being taken in three locations. Be sure you find the right location for your class! When you arrive for your photo, please gather in the area designated for your class. Photos will be available for download after the reunion.

11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Reunion Convocation: A Celebration of Classes. The program will include the recognition of classes and reunion co-chairs, recognition of Alumni Award recipients, the presentation of reunion fund class gifts and remarks by Whitman's 15th President Sarah Bolton. Chism Hall in the Music Building.

12-1:30 p.m.
All Class Oktoberfest on the green space between Stanton Hall and Cleveland Commons. Beer Garden for 21+.

Afternoon
Greek open houses, academic open houses, faculty lectures, alumni presentations, In Memoriam gatherings, meeting with Inclusive Excellence staff and students (LGBTQIA+, International, First Gen, DEIA, Greek advisor), tours of residence halls/campus, opportunities for class-specific events.

6-11 p.m.
Whittie Kids. Childcare for ages 5-14 will be active and education focused including games, crafts, and a movie. Dinner provided. No walk-ins accepted.

6:30-10 p.m. 
Reunion Parties

Locations determined by staff based on class size, attendance goals

TBD