Young Alumni Weekend
September 19-21, 2025
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Join us for Young Alumni Weekend 2025, September 19-21. All graduates from the classes of 2015-2025 are invited back to campus, and we will honor the 5th and 10th reunion classes throughout the weekend.
Ticket sales close at midnight on Sunday, September 14. Check-in and day of event registration will open on Friday, September 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in Elrod Commons.
Schedule
Welcome Back
Find your perfect place to stay, and don't miss the chance to reunite and bring back memories made on campus. Read the FAQs below for all of the weekend details.
Tickets
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Early-bird tickets will go on sale the week of May 12 for classes 2015 – 2024. Early-bird tickets for the Class of 2025 will go on sale post-graduation.
Online ticket sales closes at midnight on Sunday, September 14. Check-in and day of event ticket sales will open on Friday, September 19, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in Elrod Commons.
We kindly encourage pre-purchase so we can plan for the best experience possible. Your name tag becomes your admission ticket for all Young Alumni Weekend events and is required to be served food and/or beverages.
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Early-bird tickets for the 5th Class of 2020 and the 10th Class of 2015 are $115/pp
Early-bird tickets for the Class of 2025 will be $20/pp
Early-bird tickets for all other classes are $95/pp
A la carte pricing is not available at this time.
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All-inclusive of food and beverage, entertainment, activities, favor, and shuttle service.
Items not included: pre-reunion activities, hotel fee, transportation costs to and from Lexington.
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We understand that costs can be a concern. If you're facing financial barriers, please reach out us at alumni@wlu.edu. We may have options available to ensure you can participate in Young Alumni Weekend. Your presence is important to us, and we want to help make it possible for you to join the celebration.
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Yes. We will refund your ticket in full up until Friday, September 12. After that date, unfortunately we are unable to offer a refund. Email alumni@wlu.edu for assistance.
Families
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Yes, make Alumni Weekend a family vacation! We will be offering family-friendly activities, throughout the weekend. Check the schedule for details.
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W&L supports campus visitors who are nursing and/or pumping by providing private lactation rooms on campus:
Early-Fielding 104
Holekamp Hall 004
Law School 452
Tucker Hall 021
Each room is equipped with a mini refrigerator (with the exception of Early-Fielding), a comfortable chair, and access to electricity.
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We know better than to predict a forecast – things change very quickly here in the Shenandoah Valley. Check the weather before you leave home. Many of our activities are under tents, but being outside you may want to pack a jacket for the cooler nights and/or rainy weather. Dress for the weekend is casual. We encourage dressing in layers and packing a jacket. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended, high-heels can be tricky on the brick sidewalks and/or the grass.
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Our goal is to make Young Alumni Weekend accessible to all attendees and ensure that everyone feels welcome and comfortable. Alumni requiring assistance should contact alumni@wlu.edu to make prior arrangements.
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Check-in and registration opens Friday, September 19 at 11:00 a.m. in the Elrod Commons Atrium, closing at 5:30 p.m. and will also be available at the Welcome Back Bash on Cannan Green. Check-in and registration on Saturday is located at the tailgate on the Law School Lawn, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
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There are no formal room blocks, but there are plenty of options available. September is a busy time in Lexington, so we encourage you to secure your lodging as soon as possible to guarantee a preferred place to stay.
Booking sites such as Expedia and Travelocity provide real-time availability, or you can explore local options here: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/lodging
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The Office of Alumni Engagement and Public Safety will offer discounted/non-refundable transportation for Young Alumni Weekend 2025 on Friday, September 19 from Dulles, Roanoke, and Charlottesville Airports to Lexington with return service on Sunday, September 21 from Lexington to Dulles, Roanoke, and Charlottesville Airports. This service is limited to those who have registered and paid for Young Alumni Weekend 2025. We ask that you limit your luggage to one checked bag and one carry-on per person due to vehicle space constraints. You must pre-register for a transportation spot by September 5, by clicking the Airport Shuttle Request Form link below and completing the form. If you do not pre-register, you are not guaranteed a spot. Shuttles will only be filled if there is enough interest. If your flight is delayed, cancelled, or rescheduled, you will be responsible for your own transportation. A Public Safety representative will confirm your shuttle and will share driver information with you. A current/active US cell phone number is required.
On-campus complimentary shuttle vans will be available Friday and Saturday. The vans will be stationed in front of Early-Fielding/University Center (Evans Hall) and will shuttle on a pre-defined route, on an as-needed basis, wait times will exist, please plan accordingly. Free parking is available in the W&L parking garage located adjacent to the Duchossois Athletic and Recreation Center. A friendly reminder that alcohol is not allowed on shuttle transportation vehicles. Be smart, please don't drink and drive.Airport Shuttle Request Form – COMING SOON!
On-Campus Shuttle Transportation Schedule – COMING SOON!
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We know better than to predict a forecast—things change very quickly here in the Shenandoah Valley, especially in the fall! Check the weather before you leave home. There may be activities under tents, being outside you may want to pack a jacket for the cooler nights and/or rainy weather.
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Pets are welcome on the grounds as long as they are leashed. Visitors to campus using service animals may use all public facilities with the exception of any restricted areas. As with all animals on campus, the owner assumes all responsibility for cleaning up after, and any damage caused by the animal. Please read the full policy here.
Food and Beverage
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We’re pleased to provide a variety of dining options during Young Alumni Weekend, whether catered meals or in our dining facilities. Throughout the weekend, there will be various receptions and lunches, culminating in a closing dinner on Saturday night.
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The W&L Culinary Team takes great care to provide healthy, balanced eating options for our event weekends. We are committed to helping guests with their dietary needs. Each menu signage lists common allergens and traits so you can find the best options for you; whether you have food allergies, health conditions, religious restrictions, or simply need guidance or assistance with your food selections. We do our best to menu in a way that can fit most diets and common restrictions. We take every precaution to check ingredient information and to ensure that cross-contamination of ingredients does not occur. It is important to note, we do not have allergen-free facilities or serving lines.
Reunion Giving
Support Your Class, Give in Honor of Your Reunion
A great way to commemorate your reunion milestone is to participate in your class's gift effort by making a contribution to the Annual Fund.
Alumni Stories
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