REUNION WEEKEND 2023
June 8 to 11, 2023
Join the Office of Alumni Relations here on campus for Reunion Weekend 2023!
Questions? Please contact Director of Alumni and Donor Engagement, Meaghan Hubert '16 at mhubert2@mercyhurst.edu or 814-824-2379.
Schedule of Events
Start Time | End Time | Event | Location | Cost |
---|---|---|---|---|
Noon | 8 p.m. | Check-In | Warde Hall | - |
5:30 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. | Welcome Pizza Party | Warde Hall Lobby | $10 |
8 a.m. | 9 p.m. | Check-In | Warde Hall | - |
7 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast | Warde Hall Lobby | Included with housing |
10:30 a.m. | Noon | Bus Tour of Erie | Departs from Warde Hall | - |
Noon | 1 p.m. | Lunch | The Roost | $15 |
Noon | 2 p.m. | Campus Tours | Departs from Warde Hall | - |
5 p.m. | 6 p.m. | Loyal Donor Reception | CAE Atrium | Invitation only |
6 p.m. | 8 p.m. | Welcome Home Reception | CAE Atrium | $25 |
7 p.m. | 11 p.m. | Irish Alumni Gathering | Pier 6 | - |
8 p.m. | 11 p.m. | After Hours Gathering | The Roost | - |
8 a.m. | 4 p.m. | Check-In | Warde Hall | - |
7 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast | Warde Hall Lobby | Included with housing |
9 a.m. | 10 a.m. | Religion and Ethics Talk | Zurn 114 | - |
10 a.m. | 11 a.m. | Literature for Leaders Talk | Zurn 114 | - |
10:30 a.m. | 2 p.m. | Erie Food Tour | Departs from Warde Hall | $42 |
11 a.m. | Noon | Securing the Future Talk | Zurn 114 | - |
Noon | 1 p.m. | Lunch | Grotto Commons | $15 |
Noon | 2 p.m. | Campus Tours | Departs from Warde Hall | - |
4 p.m. | 5 p.m. | Evening Check-In | PAC Lobby | - |
5 p.m. | 6 p.m. | Presidential Address/Awards | PAC | - |
6 p.m. | 7 p.m. | 50th Class Dinner | Cummings Art Gallery | $50 |
6 p.m. | 7 p.m. | Torchbearer Dinner | Stage | $50 |
6 p.m. | 7 p.m. | All Class Dinner | Mercy Heritage Room | $50 |
6 p.m. | 7 p.m. | Hall of Fame Dinner | Mercyhurst Athletic Center | $50 |
6 p.m. | 7 p.m. | Irish Alumni Dinner | The Roost | $50 |
8 p.m. | 10 p.m. | After Party | Warde Hall | Included with dinner |
7 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast | Warde Hall Lobby | Included with housing |
10 a.m. | 11 a.m. | Catholic Mass | Christ the King Chapel | - |
10 a.m. | Noon | Brunch | Grotto Commons | $15 |
- | - | Overnight Stay | Warde Hall Single Room | $75 per night |
- | - | Overnight Stay | Warde Hall Double Room | $100 per night |
Reunion Weekend is relatively new to Mercyhurst University, the first being celebrated in 2010. Those that attended the event thoroughly enjoyed the weekend, thus allowing us to make the weekend a yearly celebration. Reunion Weekend seeks to honor Landmark Reunions (celebrating their 60th, 55th, 50th, 40th, 25th, 10th, and 5th Reunions) and honor distinguished alumni that represent the University in our community, nationally and internally. It is our intention that graduates coming back to campus relive their years on the Hill and celebrate with classmates; making for one of most memorable weekends alumni can have.
All alumni are invited. We are celebrating the Landmark Reunions of:
- Class of 1963 (60th)
- Class of 1968 (55th)
- Class of 1973 (50th)
- Class of 1983 (40th)
- Class of 1998 (25th)
- Class of 2013 (10th)
- Class of 2018 (5th)
- Torchbearer Classes (Graduates before 1973 are welcomed back each year)
While you are more than welcome to stay wherever you please, we highly recommend the convenient comforts of staying here on campus. You can stay on campus and be a short walk away from all of the exciting Reunion Weekend festivities. In addition, we provide a hospitality suite stocked with snacks, pop, beer and wine throughout the weekend. There is no shuttle service provided by the university for those staying off campus.
Registration is done all online, using the button above. If you experience any difficulties or prefer to register via phone, call 814-824-2330. Credit card information must be provided to secure your registration.
Yes, an automatic email will be sent to the email you provide on your registration form when your registration is complete. You must fill out the payment section of the registration form to complete your registration.
Yes, alcohol will be served at the Friday and Saturday evening events. Additionally, those guests staying in Warde Hall will have use of a hospitality suite which will be stocked with snacks, soda, beer, and wine.
Absolutely! Your guest is invited and will be treated just as an alum would for the weekend!
No, there will not be childcare provided.
Check-in for Reunion Weekend begins at noon on Friday of the weekend. Some classes will plan for early arrival which is Thursday.
All lots are available for parking during the weekend.
Please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 814-824-2330 in advance to discuss arrangement to receive your registration packet and room key (if you are staying on campus).
All residents must be checked out by 1 p.m. on Sunday.
Bed sheets, towels, blankets and one pillow are provided in all locations. Personal toiletry items and hangers are not provided. Rooms are air-conditioned with temperature control units in each room.
Most of the weekend is very casual, with lots of walking. Be sure to bring comfortable shoes, and an umbrella as Erie, PA weather is always unpredictable! Many wish to dress less casual for the Saturday night dinner, but it is not mandatory.
You can be refunded your payment with notice of one week in advance.
There will be several designated handicapped parking spaces identified throughout campus. If you need further assistance during the weekend, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 814-824-2330 or via email at alumni@mercyhurst.edu.
Warde Hall does have wireless access available, information for that will be provided in your registration packet.
Coming to Reunion Weekend and staying on-campus? We’ve prepared this list to help you pack for your weekend. Though Warde Hall is an exceptional residence hall, it is not a hotel, it is an air-conditioned facility that we fill with all of the necessities including snacks and drinks! Sheets, a blanket, a pillow and towels are provided but you should bring with you any personal sleep items that you need in order to feel comfortable. You should plan on bringing:
- Personal Toiletries (including soap and shampoo)
- Personal Medications
- Hangers (if you need to hang any clothes)
- Travel Iron/Steamer (if you anticipate needed one over the weekend)
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer (if needed)
- Cell phone charger (if needed)
- Sunblock
- Exercise clothes and shoes
- Layered Clothing
- Camera
Contact the Advancement Team
Director of Alumni Engagement & Operations
Director, Public Relations and Executive Communications