Reunion FAQs

• What is Reunion?

  Reunion weekend is our largest alumni gathering of the year which takes place on campus. Macalester College proudly welcomes all alumni back to campus for four days of social and educational events with special celebrations for milestone anniversaries: 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th, 45th, and 50th year, and our Golden Scots.

  Over 1,800 alumni, family, and friends gather during the weekend to reflect, reminisce, and reconnect with the college and each other. Whether you can come for the whole weekend or just one day, there is something for everyone.

• Will I know anybody there?

  You can check our Who’s Coming website to see who has registered on your class website (activated after registration in March). Please note that it may take 48 hours for your name to appear after you have registered. If you don’t want your name listed on the website, please contact the Reunion planning team at [email protected].

• How can I get in contact with classmates?

  Connect with your fellow classmates on MacConnect, Macalester’s community platform. Re-launched in February 2021 with improved functionality and new features. Search for classmates, update your profile, post a class note, review your giving history, and more. Visit MacConnect.

  Please reach out to the Alumni Office at [email protected] with any questions related to MacConnect.

• What should I wear?

  There is no dress code for Reunion. Please dress comfortably. Some have shared that they plan for casual attire for daytime activities and dressy attire for Saturday dinners. Note that the Saturday night party takes place on the lawn, so heels are not suggested.

REGISTRATION

• When does registration open?

  Registration for Reunion will open online on  March 2025. All alumni with an active email will receive an invitation to register online. Early bird pricing will end two weeks before registration closes and online registration will close at the end of May, 2025. 

• How do I register for Reunion?

  Online Registration will open March 2025.  Please email the Reunion Planning team at [email protected] with any questions. 

• How much does it cost to attend?

  Your $5 registration fee gets you access to a full schedule of faculty lectures, campus tours, and social gatherings as well as a discount at the Highlander Bookstore. In addition, we have on-campus housing and a variety of meals available that you may add to your registration. Please view our Reunion Costs page for more information.

   

  *Please note that there are many different costs associated with bringing your classmates together and supporting reunion classes on campus (including class communications, lectures and performances, golf cart and tent rentals, and more). Macalester does not profit from Reunion fees.

• What is the deadline to register?

  Online registration will close at the end of May 2025. After this date, you may register on-site when you arrive on campus. We strongly recommend advanced registration if you wish to stay in on-campus housing – limited housing may be available at walk-up registration, but is not guaranteed. Advance registration is also strongly recommended if you wish to attend your class-specific meal as space is limited (see the ‘Class Dinners’ section below for more information).

  Some events have discounted Early Bird pricing. Early Bird pricing ends 2 weeks prior to registration closing.

  Please view our Reunion Costs page for more information.

• Where do I check-in on campus?

  Check-in and Registration for All Classes:
  Lowe Dayton Arts Commons, Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center

  Hours will be avaialble March 2025.

• What type of payments do you accept?

  Accepted forms of payment include: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and check. To pay by check, you will need to register over the phone. Please make checks payable to Macalester College.

• How will I be notified that I’m registered for the weekend?

  Attendees will be sent a confirmation email after registering, which will include your registration details.

• Can I attend if it’s not my milestone reunion year?

  All alumni are welcome back to campus. We have many events that are open to all including faculty office hours and panels, the All-Class Picnic, and more. For more information, please view our Schedule of Events.

• I need to cancel my registration, what do I do?

  You may cancel until May 23, 2025 and receive a full refund for your registration. Refunds will be processed by the method of original payment. Email [email protected] or call 651-696-6980. Gifts made to the Macalester Fund are not refundable. Due to fixed costs incurred, no refunds will be made after May 23, 2025.

• What if I want to update my registration?

  You can update your registration after you have received your registration confirmation by emailing [email protected] or by calling 651-696-6295.

• I can’t afford to come to Reunion – are there scholarships available?

  Many events at Reunion are included with a $5 registration fee and are open to all to attend. Reunion festivities that do incur a fee include meals and housing. At this time, we do not offer financial assistance for transit, housing, or meals.

• What are pronouns?

  No matter your gender identity, gender is important to one’s sense of self. To be misgendered can cause someone to feel threatened, disrespected or alienated. In a community that values multiculturalism, and as a school that is consistently ranked highly as a place where transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming individuals can live authentically as themselves, we believe it is important to not make assumptions about someone’s gender identity. We ask that all attendees use and respect the pronouns of all community members. Pronoun stickers will be available if you wish to have your pronouns on your nametag.

CLASS DINNERS

• How much is the class dinner?

  Early Bird pricing until May 2

  All costs for class dinners will be published at the end of May, 2025.

  For more information, please see the Reunion Costs page.

• Where is my class dinner being held?

  This information is not available until Reunion Weekend as spaces are assigned based on registration numbers. Exact locations will be posted at registration as well as the Reunion website on the weekend.

• Will I be able to register when I arrive on campus for dinner?

  We strongly recommend registering in advance if you wish to attend your class dinner, as space is determined based on registered numbers. A limited number of tickets will be available for purchase on-site. Please note that we have had class dinners sell out in previous years.

HEALTH AND SAFETY DURING REUNION

• Macalester aims to create a safe environment for Reunion. For information on Macalester’s current masking policy, please visit our website.

EDUCATIONAL EVENTS

• What type of programming is available during the weekend?

  Please check out the Reunion Schedule of Events for the most up-to-date information!

• Do I need to register for a lecture or a panel?

  You need to register for Reunion with a $5 registration fee. This will include the opportunity to attend Reunion lectures or panels. Seating for events is on a first come, first served basis.

ACCESSIBILITY

• Is Reunion accessible for all?

  Access for All. Macalester is committed to hosting inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or inquire about accessibility, please contact [email protected] or call 651-696-6275. Requests and inquiries may also be included with registration.

• Can I bring my Service Animal?

  Service animals are permitted to accompany people with disabilities in all areas at Macalester: including facilities where students, members of the public, and other participants in services, programs, or activities are allowed to go. Assistance animals (ESA’s) are generally not allowed to accompany persons with disabilities in the same areas (classrooms, facilities, event spaces) that a service animal is allowed. If an assistance animal is requested for campus housing areas/overnight accommodations, please contact Center for Disability Resources for more information (email [email protected] or call 651-696-6275).

• I need assistance getting around campus, what are my options?

  Golf carts, a.k.a. Alumni Taxis will be available all weekend to help alumni get around on campus. Signs will be posted letting individuals know where they can wait to be picked up or they can just flag down one of the many carts that will be driving around campus looking for anyone who may need a ride.

PARKING

• Where do I park?

  Parking lots are open for alumni parking across campus. Please follow posted signage.    

  Street parking is also available on most residential neighborhood streets. Make sure to check for posted city parking signage when parking in neighborhood streets. Please note that we are not able to accommodate RV parking on campus

ADMISSIONS

• I am bringing a prospective student with me, can I meet with admissions staff?

  The admissions office will host two informational sessions/tours on Thursday and Friday. If you would like to register for one of the sessions or have additional questions, please email [email protected].

   

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