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When Kathy Vi \u201904 returned to the University of Mary Washington last year for her 20th Reunion Weekend, it was exactly what she had in mind, filled with meaningful conversations, college memories and making connections with friends both old and new.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was a fantastic and focused weekend dedicated to these cherished relationships,\u201d said Vi, who now serves on UMW\u2019s Alumni Association Board of Directors. \u201cOur college experience laid a crucial foundation for our lives, and the University continues to offer valuable resources, networks and a sense of belonging that enriches our lives today.\u201d<\/p>\n

As this year\u2019s Reunion Weekend chair, Vi is excited to welcome back more than 500 alumni, families and friends to Mary Washington for 2025\u2019s Reunion Weekend<\/a>, held May 30 through June 1. While the event specifically honors classes ending in 0 and 5, all Eagles are invited back to campus to rediscover everything they loved about Mary Washington as students.<\/p>\n

\"Kathy <\/a>
Kathy Vi \u201904 (second from left) and her classmates cool off with ice cream at Carl\u2019s, a time-honored tradition during the University of Mary Washington\u2019s Reunion Weekend, which will be held May 30-June 1, 2025. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"1974 <\/a>
1974 alumnae pose for a photo, while also sharing a few of their younger selves, during their 50th reunion dinner at the Jepson Alumni Executive Center. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div>
\"Alumni <\/a>
Alumni College lectures include \u2018Biodiversity of the UMW Campus: Our Beautiful Trees,\u2019 taught by Professor of Biology Alan Griffith (right). Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"2014 <\/a>
2014 alumni, including Director of Annual Giving Shelby Orlando ’14 (right), sample Virginia vintages at the wine, beer and cider tasting during 2024\u2019s Reunion Weekend. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"From <\/a>
From left: 1959 alumnae Edna Gooch Trudeau, Ann Brooks Coutsoubinas and Dodie Reeder Hruby, who are also members of the 1908 Society, celebrate their 65th reunion with a class photo in 2024. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Alumni <\/a>
Alumni dance the night away at the all-class party. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n

Attendees can look forward to a vibrant three-day schedule filled with lively class gatherings, a Ball Circle picnic, guided campus tours, thought-provoking lectures, family activities, commemorative photos, art exhibits, beverage tastings and more. And no Reunion Weekend would be complete without the time-honored tradition of visiting Carl\u2019s for its famous frozen custard.<\/p>\n

\u201cReunion Weekend is when the spirit of Mary Washington truly comes alive, with graduates from every generation reconnecting with our campus and each other,\u201d said Executive Director of Alumni Engagement Mark Thaden \u201902. \u201cIt\u2019s a celebration of shared experiences, lasting friendships and the enduring impact of a Mary Washington education.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\"President <\/a>
President Troy Paino and wife Kelly welcome alumni back to campus each Reunion Weekend with a reception at their home of Brompton. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"President <\/a>
President Paino greets guests during the welcome reception at Brompton. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Assistant <\/a>
Assistant Vice President of Gift Planning Jan Clarke, who is retiring this summer, poses for a photo with Marcy Weatherly Morris \u201950. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Young <\/a>
Young alumni pose for a photo with Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement and UMW Foundation Executive Director Katie Turcotte (right) in 2024. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Alumni <\/a>
Alumni sit for a spell at the fountain on Palmieri Plaza in front of Monroe Hall, one of the most popular spots on the UMW campus. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"An <\/a>
An alumna flips through a Battlefield Yearbook in the Special Collections and University Archives room at Simpson Library, which will be open Friday and Saturday. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Alumni <\/a>
Alumni of all ages, including Executive Director of University Communications Amy Jessee ’06 (left), enjoy the early morning fun run, which will be held on Saturday, June 1. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n

Festivities will kick off Friday morning with student-led tours of campus, the popular wine-pairing lunch and a portrait unveiling of Associate Vice President and Dean of Student Life Emeritus Cedric Rucker \u201981 in the building that bears his name.<\/p>\n

Alumni College lectures, held both Friday and Saturday, will feature faculty and staff delving into fascinating topics like the impact of A.I. on higher education, Mary Washington fashion through the generations and learning how to use a \u201cmaker mindset.\u201d The Hurley Convergence Center will cover a decade of digital convergence, and current students will present a panel discussion about life today at Mary Washington. Alumni can also create their own souvenir tote bag in a silkscreen workshop taught by Assistant Professor of Studio Art Coorain Devin.<\/p>\n

All alumni are invited to attend a welcome reception at Brompton on Friday evening, hosted by UMW President Troy Paino and wife Kelly. The 1908 Society<\/a> \u2013 honoring those who\u2019ve graduated 50 years ago or more \u2013 and 1975 alumni will then be treated to celebratory dinners, while other grads will enjoy class gatherings on campus and in downtown Fredericksburg.<\/p>\n

\"1994 <\/a>
1994 alumni enjoy the picnic on Ball Circle in 2024. The popular event includes barbecue fare, a children\u2019s playtime and class photos on the Lee Hall steps. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"1994 <\/a>
1994 alumni enjoy themselves at the all-class party. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div>
\"1979 <\/a>
1979 alumni pose for pictures in the photo booth during the all-class party. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Young <\/a>
Young alumni and Student Alumni Ambassadors celebrate during the all-class party. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
\"Past <\/a>
Past and present members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors pose for a photo with Executive Director of Alumni Engagement Mark Thaden ’02 (back row, far left) and Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Engagement and UMW Foundation Executive Director Katie Turcotte (back row, center left) at Reunion Weekend in 2024. Photo by Karen Pearlman. <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>\n

Saturday will feature an early morning fun run across campus, a special breakfast for alumni affinity groups, an alumni authors meet and greet, and departmental open houses. President Paino will present a university update and the alumni awards ceremony in Seacobeck Hall\u2019s Weatherly Wing, followed by the reunion picnic on Ball Circle, along with class photos and a children\u2019s playtime.<\/p>\n

During the afternoon, alumni will get a sneak peek at plans for the new theatre and fine arts renovation and can sample Virginia wines, beers and ciders in Monroe Hall and on Palmieri Plaza, while their little ones watch Monsters, Inc.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Grads and their guests can dance the night away at the all-class party Saturday evening in the Cedric Rucker University Center. The Eagles in Recovery program will also have a support meeting, facilitated by UMW\u2019s peer recovery specialist.<\/p>\n

The weekend wraps up Sunday with a farewell brunch in the Jepson Alumni Executive Center\u2019s Rappahannock Grand Ballroom.<\/p>\n

The UMW Galleries will also have a traveling exhibit called Self Adjacent<\/em>, featuring the work of 20 artists examining the transforming experience of parenthood across North America, on view in the Ridderhof Martin Gallery, Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The UMW Bookstore and Simpson Library will also be open select times throughout the weekend.<\/p>\n

Register for Reunion Weekend and view the Reunion Weekend brochure<\/a>. Download the Whova app and search for “Mary Washington Reunion Weekend 2025”\u00a0 for a full schedule of events, updates and announcements. <\/em>Follow \u201cUMW Alumni\u201d on <\/em>Instagram<\/em><\/a> and <\/em>Facebook<\/em><\/a> and tag #MaryWashReunion and #LifeAfterMaryWash.<\/em><\/p>\n

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