Schedule

We have an incredible schedule of exciting events and activities for you and your guests to choose from. To make your registration process much smoother, we strongly suggest you review the schedule below so that you have a good idea of which events you wish to attend. And while you're on campus, check out the additional activities happening during Alumni & Families Weekend!
 

 

 


 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18

 

  • Alumni & Families Weekend Welcome Center

    • Friday, October 18, 3 - 9pm | University Student Center, First Floor, 800 21st Street, NW
    • This is the first stop for all guests to begin their AFW experience. Pick up your name tags for the weekend, get your special 2024 AFW gift, and check out the fun engagement activities on site.
  • "First Do No Harm... Then Do Good: Equity, Environment, and AI" 

    SMHS Bicentennial Series Lecture: Featuring Jonathan B. Perlin, MD, PhD, MSHA, MACP, FACMI, President and CEO of The Joint Commission Enterprise

    • Friday, October 18, 4 - 5pm | Jack Morton Auditorium, 805 21st Street, NW
    • This lecture is part of the GW Medicine Bicentennial Series, marking SMHS as the first medical school in the nation’s capital and the 11th oldest in the country. Dr. Jonathan Perlin is the seventh President and CEO of the Joint Commission, and has previously held positions as the President and Chief Medical Officer of HCA Healthcare as well as the Under Secretary for Health in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • GWSPH 950 Awards

    • Friday, October 18, 4 - 5:30pm | Milken Institute School of Public Health, 950 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
    • The 950 Awards are given to alumni who display outstanding service to the school and have made significant strides in their careers in public health, health policy and health management. The award, launched to celebrate the school's 20th anniversary, is named after the School of Public Health's LEED certified building, located at 950 New Hampshire Ave., which provides a remarkable home to educate our students and nurture the research of our faculty. Registration for this event is separate from AFW registration; register at go.gwu.edu/950.
  • Family Leadership Circle Annual Meeting

    • Friday, October 18, 4:30 - 5:30pm | Flagg Building, 500 17th Street, NW
    • By invitation only. Members of the Family Leadership Circle are invited to gather for the inaugural annual meeting of the GW Family Leadership Circle with President Granberg and featuring renowned author and speaker, Amy Herman (GW Law ‘91), whose works Visual Intelligence: Sharpen Your Perception, Change Your Life, Fixed: How to Perfect the Fine Art of Problem-Solving, and smART: Use Your Eyes to Boost Your Brain have been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post. The event will be held in the exquisite Salon Doré at the newly renovated Beaux Arts Flagg Building, which houses the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design. This event is open to active members of the GW Family Leadership Circle and will be followed by our annual reception celebrating our generous philanthropic families. Attendees should plan to arrive by 4:15pm. For more information, please contact [email protected] or Bonnie Pierce at [email protected]
  • Family Leadership Circle Reception

    • Friday, October 18, 5:30 - 7pm | Flagg Building, 500 17th Street, NW
    • By invitation only. You are invited to join Family Leadership Circle members, university leadership and fellow GW families for an intimate reception celebrating the impact of philanthropy on the student experience. The Family Leadership Circle welcomes all families to engage in community, philanthropy, and connection at GW. To learn more about joining the Family Leadership Circle – community, philanthropy, connection – please contact [email protected] or Bonnie Pierce at [email protected]
  • VIP Pre-Reception for Alumni Volunteers and Luther Rice Society

    • Friday, October 18, 6 - 7pm | *NEW LOCATION* Grand Ballroom, 3rd Floor, University Student Center, 800 21st Street, NW 
    • By invitation only. To recognize the commitment and dedication of our key GW volunteers, and the generosity and philanthropic leadership of our Luther Rice Society, we invite Alumni Volunteers and LRS Members to this exclusive pre-reception celebrating you! It’s our opportunity to say thank you for being an integral part of serving the GW community. Registration for this event is limited to two (registrant + one guest). Attendees will receive free admission to the tropical-themed All-Alumni Party immediately following this event (7-9pm). 
  • Welcome Gathering for Families and Students

    • Friday, October 18, 7 - 9pm | *NEW TIME & LOCATION* Science and Engineering Hall, 800 22nd Street, NW 
    •  Current students and their visiting family members are invited to kick off Alumni & Families Weekend at this festive reception with food, music, games, and Insta-worthy moments! $15; free for children 12 and under. Please note: students must purchase tickets to attend this event. 
  • All-Alumni Party featuring steel pan player Sherwin Thwaites

    • Friday, October 18, 7 - 9pm | *NEW LOCATION* Grand Ballroom, 3rd Floor, University Student Center, 800 21st Street, NW 
    • It's back and better! This year’s tropical-themed party is exclusively for GW alumni. Don’t miss the opportunity to tropic-like-it’s hot and enjoy food, cocktails, and a live musical performance. Ages 21+ suggested. $25.
  • Acapella Palooza

    • Friday, October 18, 7 - 9pm | Lisner Auditorium, 730 21st Street, NW
    • Join us for the annual family and alumni weekend aca-concert featuring all of GW’s incredible a cappella groups, including: The GW Troubadours, Sons of Pitch, The GW Vibes, GW Sirens, The GW Pitches, and GW MotherFunkers. Doors open at 6:30 and show starts at 7! A $5 suggested donation to Miriam's Kitchen will be collected at the door.

 


 

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19

 

  • Alumni & Families Weekend Welcome Center

    • Saturday, October 19, 11am - 8pm | University Student Center, First Floor, 800 21st Street, NW
    • This is the first stop for all guests to begin their AFW experience. Pick up your name tags for the weekend, get your special 2024 AFW gift, and check out the fun engagement activities on site.
  • Deans’ Open Houses

    • Saturday, October 19, 9:30 - 11am | Various Locations
    • Join us for Deans’ Open Houses at GW’s respective schools to connect, meet faculty and staff, and learn more about the academic experience.
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      • Athletics Open House | 9:30 - 11am, Charles E. Smith Center, 600 22nd Street, NW
        Please join GW Athletics in welcoming our new Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics, Michael Lipitz. Stop by to meet Lipitz to talk about all things Revolutionaries sports. 
      • Columbian College (CCAS) Open House, hosted by the Physics Department | 9:30 - 11:30 am, Corcoran Hall, 725 21st Street, NW
        Please join Dean Paul Wahlbeck and the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences for our AFW Open House! After the open house, stay for brief lectures by select CCAS faculty as part of the Best of GW Faculty Lectures. Light refreshments will be served.
      • College of Professional Studies (CPS) Dean's Open House  | 9:30 - 11 am, College of Professional Studies Dean's Suite 301, 805 21st Street, NW
        Join us for breakfast hosted by the College of Professional Studies Dean's Office, featuring Dean Liesl Riddle. This gathering offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with the college's staff and faculty while enjoying a delicious breakfast bar. Whether you want to connect with alumni, learn about exciting new initiatives, or simply start your day with great company, this breakfast is the perfect occasion.
      • Elliott School (ESIA) Open House | 9:30 - 11am, 1957 E Street, NW
        Join the Elliott School for an Open House. Take a tour of the building, see the amazing views of D.C. from the City View Room, and get your photo taken with our dean, Dr. Alyssa Ayres. Cookies and beverages will be served. After the open house, stay for brief lectures by select Elliott School faculty as part of the Best of GW Faculty Lectures, in the Harry Harding Auditorium, Room 213.
      • GW Business (GWSB) Dean’s Open House | 9:30 - 11am, Oglethorpe Great Hall, Duquès Hall, 2201 G Street, NW
        Join GW Business Dean Vanessa Perry in the newly renovated Oglethorpe Great Hall as we celebrate Alumni and Families Weekend. Come see our new upgrades to the building, meet school staff, enjoy breakfast foods and beverages, and listen to an update from the Dean on GWSB's research, educational, diversity, and global impacts as a highly-ranked business school. Continental breakfast will be served. After the open house and remarks from the Dean, stay for a brief lecture by select GWSB faculty as part of the Best of GW Faculty Lectures in Kendall Auditorium, Duquès 151.
      • GW Engineering (SEAS) Open House | 9:30 - 11:30am, Science and Engineering Hall, 800 22nd Street, NW
        GW Engineering extends a warm welcome to our esteemed alumni, current students and their families. Take a tour of our state-of-the-art building and join us for meet-and-greets with Dean Dr. John Lach, select GW Engineering faculty and student group representatives. Light breakfast will be served.
      • GW Law Open House, hosted by Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew | 9:30 - 11 am, Tasher Great Room, GW Law, 716 20th Street, NW
        Please join Dean Dayna Bowen Matthew and GW Law for our Alumni and Families Weekend Open House! Take a tour of the building, see how our Law School has grown over the years, meet school staff, and enjoy breakfast foods and coffee bar.
      • Milken Institute School of Public Health (GWSPH) Dean's Open House | 9:30 - 11am, Milken Institute School of Public Health Convening Center, 950 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
        We invite you to join GWSPH for an interactive exploration of the dynamic field of public health and our state of the art building and facilities.  Connect with Dean Lynn Goldman, faculty, staff, students and other school leaders over breakfast including our favorite coffee bar.  
  • Best of GW Faculty Lectures

    • Saturday, October 19, 11am - 1pm | Various Locations
    • Immerse yourself in the GW classroom experience at our Best of GW lectures. Join our world-renowned faculty for our most engaging, student-favorite lectures. We've got a fantastic lineup of lectures planned — topics will be posted at go.gwu.edu/bestofgw later this summer.
  • Rev Up GW Resource Fair

    • Saturday, October 19, 11am - 1pm | Kogan Plaza, 2121 H Street, NW
    • Learn more about campus resources and the support structures in place to aid in your student’s success at GW! Rain site: Grand Ballroom, University Student Center, 800 21st Street, NW
  • Presidential Dialogue

    • Saturday, October 19, 1:30 - 2:30pm | *NEW LOCATION* Betts Theatre, University Student Center, 800 21st Street, NW
    • Ellen M. Granberg is the 19th President of the George Washington University. She is a nationally recognized scholar in the sociology of self, identity, and mental health and an accomplished academic leader with a record of strengthening teaching, expanding research excellence across disciplines, and supporting a diverse and inclusive community. Join us as President Granberg outlines her vision and priorities for GW, including increased collaboration across the university community to drive transformative change and enhance institutional prominence.
  • Thurston Hall Open House

    • Saturday, October 19, 2 - 3:30pm | Thurston Hall, 1900 F Street, NW
    • Thurston Hall is a GW icon that has played a central role in campus life for more than 50 years, creating thousands of relationships, stories and shared memories. We invite everyone to stop by and see this recently renovated and reimagined first-year residence hall. Community Coordinators, Faculty in Residence, and Student Leaders will be on hand to welcome you and there will be light refreshments and activities for attendees to enjoy.
  • Vern Harvest

    • Saturday, October 19, 2:30 - 5:30pm | Mount Vernon Campus Quad, 2100 Foxhall Road, NW
    • Join us on the Mount Vernon Campus to celebrate fall with pumpkins, apple cider, games, and more! Be sure to follow @gwmvc and @studentlifeatGW for more information.  

      Buses for the Vern Harvest
    • Coach buses are operating between 2 - 6pm on Saturday, 10/19 to take Alumni & Families Weekend attendees to the Vern Harvest at the Mount Vernon Campus. Coach buses will pick up and drop off from Foggy Bottom in front of Funger hall. Coach buses will drop off and pick up at the Mount Vernon Campus on Whitehaven Pkwy (entrance to the Mount Vernon Campus).
    • In addition, the Mount Vernon Express Shuttle (VEX) is running every 15 minutes in front of Tompkins Hall.  Attendees with mobility issues should use the VEX shuttle as they will be dropped off at the clocktower stop closer to the Vern Harvest event
  • Physics Celebration

    • Saturday, October 19, 3 - 6pm | Corcoran Hall, 725 21st Street, NW
    • Join the Physics Department in welcoming back alumni and friends to connect with current students and faculty as we celebrate 100 years of Corcoran Hall. The historic building was renovated in 2017 and is continuing its great legacy since the days of George Gamow. Corcoran Hall has modern teaching spaces that allow active and interactive pedagogy, and has labs and offices that foster collaboration at the forefront of physics research in an inclusive environment. The Society of Physics Students is thriving there, with activities for students and faculty, and outreach to the broader DC community. Take a trip down memory lane as you connect with Physics friends old and new over some snacks and beverages. Registration for this event is separate from AFW registration. Register for this event.
  • United through Diversity: Celebrating 55 Years of the MSSC
    Multicultural Alumni Reception

    • Saturday, October 19, 5 - 7pm | University Student Center, Suite 505, 800 21st Street, NW
    • Join us for this unforgettable evening! This special event brings together GW alumni and friends to celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Multicultural Student Services Center (MSSC) and our Shared Identity Alumni Networks. The reception will be a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and share your experiences and stories. Whether you were directly involved with the MSSC or simply want to celebrate the importance of diversity at GW, we look forward to celebrating with you and honoring the MSSC's incredible legacy!
  • Spirit of GW Awards

    • Saturday, October 19, 6 - 8pm | *NEW LOCATION* Grand Ballroom, 3rd Floor, University Student Center, 800 21st Street, NW 
    • By invitation only. The Spirit of GW Awards annually recognizes a select group of GW alumni and friends who have elevated the standards of excellence and generosity for the GW community. 
  • Class Reunion Parties

    • Saturday, October 19, 6:30 - 9:30pm, Various Locations
    • Your milestone reunion is a chance to celebrate your GW memories and friendships, make new connections, and revel the night away with your classmates. Registration includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, a special GW memento, and more!
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      • Undergraduate Class of 2014 10-year Reunion Party - $35
        Saturday, October 19, *NEW TIME* 7 - 10pm | The Renwick Gallery, 1661 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
         
      • Undergraduate Class of 2009 15-year Reunion Party - $35
        Saturday, October 19, *NEW TIME* 7 - 10pm | The Renwick Gallery, 1661 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
         
      • Undergraduate Class of 2004 20-year Reunion Party - $35
        Saturday, October 19, *NEW TIME* 7 - 10pm | The Renwick Gallery, 1661 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
         
      • Undergraduate Class of 1999 25-year Reunion Party - $35
        Saturday, October 19, 6:30 - 9:30pm | City View Room, 1957 E Street, NW
  •  SOLD OUT - GW Program Board: A Night with Trevor Noah

    • Saturday, October 19, 9 - 11pm | Charles E. Smith Center, 600 22nd Street, NW
    • Join the Division for Student Affairs and GW Program Board for A Night with Trevor Noah! Trevor is one of the most successful comedians in the world and was the host of the Emmy® Award-winning “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central for seven years. Following the success of his #1 New York Times bestseller “Born a Crime,” Trevor is writing a new book titled “Into the Uncut Grass,” scheduled for release in 2024. Register for this event at: go.gwu.edu/trevor.

 


 

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20

 

  • Buff & Blue Brunch

    • Sunday, October 20, 9 - 11am | *NEW LOCATION* Grand Ballroom, 3rd Floor, University Student Center, 800 21st Street, NW 
    • Enjoy a buffet brunch and musical entertainment with your family and friends (new and old) before heading home. Registration includes a “welcome” mimosa for those 21+. $25 for adults/$15 for children ages 12 and under.
  • Democracy Dialogues

    • Sunday, October 20, 11:30am - 1pm | Jack Morton Auditorium, 805 21st Street, NW
    • This election year, we invite you to join us as we explore the intricate dynamics of politics and elections with political analyst Chuck Todd, CCAS '95, and Pulitzer-Prize winning historian Jon Meacham.

 


 

WHILE YOU’RE ON CAMPUS

Check out these additional activities happening on campus during Alumni & Families Weekend!
 

  • Welcome Back One Acts

    • Thursday, October 17 - Saturday, October 19 (specific times below) | West Hall Vern Blackbox, 2100 Foxhall Road, NW
    • GW Fourteen Grade Players is excited to present the Welcome Back One Acts. One Acts will take place on October 17th at 8pm, October 18th at 7pm and 10pm, and October 19th at 7pm and 10pm. This years One Acts include: Please have a seat we will be with you shortly by Garth Wingfield, directed by Maddie Bird; 13 ways to screw up your college interview by Ian McWethy, directed by Aiden Grocki; Sure Thing, by David Ives, directed by Audrey McCollum; -1, 0, 1, by Emily Everette, Directed by Maggie Wardell; and Monsters beyond the midnight zone, by Lindsay Partain, directed by Charlie Hersh. Registration is not required. 
  • Geography & Environment Celebration

    • Friday, October 18, 5 - 7:30pm | Corcoran Hall 101A, 725 21st Street, NW
    • Our department is now officially “Geography & Environment” in recognition of our shared interest in society and environment interactions and our dedication to interdisciplinary work. To recognize this moment, we invite you to join us for a discussion with some of our alumni about their career paths and current work, followed by reception. Register for this event.
  • The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum

    • Friday, October 18 - Saturday, October 19, 10am - 5pm | 701 21st Street, NW
    • Located on GW's campus in downtown Washington, D.C., our museum celebrates the creative achievements of people here in the capital city and around the world. Admission is free. Explore the current exhibitions.
  • Military Community Center Open House

    • Saturday, October 19, 12 - 1pm | MCC Townhouse, 2035 F Street, NW
    • Join us at the Military Community Center (MCC), a beautifully renovated historic townhouse that offers military-affiliated students a welcoming and resource-rich environment. Since its opening in the fall of 2016 and its recent upgrades in summer 2024, the MCC provides group study rooms, a cozy lounge, a fully equipped kitchen, and outdoor spaces for both relaxation and study. Registration is not required and light refreshments will be offered.
  • GW Authors Book Signing

  • Mount Vernon Seminary and College All-Alumnae Reunion

    • Saturday, October 19 - Sunday, October 20 | Mount Vernon Campus, 2100 Foxhall Road, NW
    • Join Mount Vernon Collage alumnae at their annual All-Alumnae Reunion. Reconnect with fellow alumnae, Women's Leadership Program students, and faculty & staff at a reception celebrating the Class of 1999 (25th Reunion). View details and register for this event
  • Alumni & Families Weekend: Sunday In the Sukkah

    • Sunday, October 20, 9:30 - 11:30am | Hillel Sukkah at 2300 H Street (entrance on 23rd Street)
    • We're excited to welcome all to campus for Alumni & Families weekend! Join us on Sunday October 20th to shmooze, grab a bite, and enjoy the Hillel sukkah. Register for this event.