DU Alumni & Reunions Weekend
May 15 – 17, 2025
We’re thrilled to announce the return of DU’s Alumni & Reunions Weekend—a cherished tradition packed with fun, memories and a chance to reconnect with your DU community! Mark your calendars for May 15 – 17, 2025, and get ready to join us in Denver and on campus for an unforgettable experience.
All DU alumni are invited to attend! Register now!
This year we are rolling out the red carpet for the Class of 2000 and Class of 2015 as they celebrate their 10th and 25th reunions. Expect exciting activities, nostalgic moments and plenty of opportunities to meet alumni and friends in your DU network.
Explore our featured events and other opportunities to reconnect with your alma mater below! We look forward to seeing you on campus in May!
Thursday, May 15
Alumni Golf Tournament
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. | University of Denver Golf Course at Highlands Ranch
The DU Alumni Council is excited to host the seventh Annual Alumni Golf Tournament at the picturesque University of Denver Golf Course at Highlands Ranch. This DU tradition promises a day filled with camaraderie, friendly competition and the chance to reconnect with fellow alumni while enjoying a round of golf on one of Colorado's premier courses.
Learn more about becoming an Annual Alumni Golf Tournament sponsor.
DU Vin Dinner
Thursday, May 15 | 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. | Tuscan Ballroom
The Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management invites you to a delicious meal at the University of Denver. DU Vin offers a special and unique experience to everyone who attends. This event is entirely planned and executed by senior hospitality students, showcasing the valuable skills they’ve learned over the course of the four years spent in the hospitality program.
All ticket proceeds benefit student scholarships and programs in the Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management in the University of Denver’s Daniels College of Business. Your ticket contribution ensures that future students can have exciting experiential learning opportunities.
Friday, May 16
Join us on Friday for a celebration lunch, reunions for the class of 2000 and 2015, a champagne toast in honor of our distinguished alumni awardees and an all alumni celebration to close out the day.
10th & 25th Reunion Dinners
6 - 7:30 p.m. | Class of 2015 at Salt Water Social, Class of 2000 at Toro
Celebrate your milestone reunion with an evening of connection, reunite with classmates and reminisce about your time at DU. This event is the perfect opportunity to honor your journey and the friendships that have stood the test of time. A full dinner and two drink tickets are included with the cost of the event. Register now!
Alumni Awards Presentation & Champagne Toast
6:30 - 7:15 p.m. | Hotel Clio
Be amazed at the highly anticipated Distinguished Alumni Awards hosted by the DU Alumni Council. Mix and mingle with Distinguished Alumni Award honorees, University leadership, and volunteer luminaries. Register now!
All Alumni Celebration
7 - 9:30 p.m. | Hotel Clio
All DU alumni are invited to celebrate during this signature Alumni Weekend event you won’t want to miss. Enjoy an exciting evening of music, delicious hors d'oeuvres, and hosted bar at the luxurious Hotel Clio. Heavy appetizers and two drink tickets are included with the cost of the event. We can't wait to see you! Register now!
Other Campus Events on Friday, May 16
Senior Design Symposium
9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science
Join us for our annual Senior Design Symposium at the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science. Students work in self-directed interdisciplinary teams, partnering with industry and faculty to conceive, design, prototype, verify and validate a system to solve a specific customer problem. Students have collaborated with a variety of companies, including Lockheed Martin, Daqscribe, Blind Institute for Technology, Eventum Orthopedics, Agile Orthopedics and many more. The day begins with presentations from 9 - 10:30 a.m. in Room 510, followed by demonstrations and poster sessions around the building from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Register here.
Alumni and Graduating Student Celebration Lunch
12 - 1:30 p.m. | Burwell Center for Career Advancement, Room 340
Join us for a special lunch honoring DU’s graduating students as they step into the alumni community! This event brings together alumni leaders and industry professionals to celebrate our newest graduates, share the value of the DU alumni network, and provide opportunities for meaningful connections. Alumni volunteers are invited to welcome and support the next generation of DU alumni. Register here.
The Rising Executive: How to Integrate Leadership Goals with Your Career Strategy
2 - 3 p.m. | Burwell Center for Career Achievement, RM 220
Join Stephanie Sindt, executive coach and founder of Simplify Your Career, for a session on building a career with executive ambitions. You’ll learn how to define your long-term leadership vision, identify key career-building opportunities, and develop essential leadership skills. The session will also cover strategies for positioning yourself for executive roles while staying aligned with your values. For those already in leadership, the discussion will include mentoring and supporting the next generation of leaders, followed by networking opportunities with fellow alumni.
Engineering Class of 2014
4 - 6 p.m. | Daniel Felix Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science, Room 510
Join fellow Engineering alumni from the Class of 2014 for a special reunion celebration! Reconnect with classmates, reminisce about your time at DU, and see how campus has evolved over the past decade. Enjoy an evening of networking, refreshments, and shared memories as we honor the achievements of our class and the impact of our DU engineering community. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate 10 years since graduation! Register here.
Field Quarter Reunion
6 - 8 p.m. | The Fourth Story, Community Commons
Reconnect with fellow Field Quarter alumni for a special reunion celebrating the unforgettable experiences we shared in the field! Join us for an evening of reminiscing, networking, and reconnecting with classmates and faculty. Whether you participated last year or decades ago, this is a chance to relive the adventure, share stories and celebrate the impact of Field Quarter on our lives. Register here.
Saturday, May 17
Join for an exciting day on campus! Select any and all activities you plan to attend during registration.
Alumni Weekend Check In
9 - 11 a.m. | Anderson Academic Commons
Start your day with a casual grab-and-go breakfast while checking in for the day’s festivities. Stop by to pick up your event materials and fuel up for the exciting day ahead! Register now!
Beyond the Classroom
Session 1
Sustainability in Action: Local Impacts and Innovations
9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Daniels College of Business, Room 100
Led by the Sustainability Alumni Affinity Network at the University of Denver.
Session 2
Psychedelic Art of Denver's 1960's Music Scene
10:45 - 11:45 p.m. | Daniels College of Business, Room 100
This session features Scott Montgomery, faculty in the School of Art and Art History at the University of Denver. It will explore the history of the Family Dog Denver through the posters created for it in 1967-68. This short-lived rock and roll club in south Denver was the epicenter of watershed changes in culture, music and art. Using the posters as our guides, this presentation traces the musical, artistic and cultural legacy of the Family Dog Denver.
Lunch Keynote
From Lab to Life: How DU is Shaping the Future of Aging and Wellbeing
Noon - 1:30 p.m. | Anderson Academic Commons, Room 290
Discover how DU is Shaping the Future of Aging and Wellbeing, featuring Dr. Briony Catlow, director of the Knoebel Institute for Healthy Aging at the University of Denver.
Dive into a thought-provoking educational session led by experts in their field, promising an engaging opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with DU’s academic excellence. Register now!
Art Gallery Experience
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Myhren Art Gallery, Davis Art Gallery, Campus Art Experience
Discover the rich artistic and cultural offerings on campus at your own pace! Enjoy a self-guided tour of DU’s art galleries, student exhibitions and campus art. From contemporary student creations to curated collections, these spaces showcase the creativity and history that make our campus unique. Be sure to stop by the Senior Capstone exhibits at the Myhren and Davis Galleries, as well as the DU alumni artist exhibit from the 1950s and an alumna donated shot of NW Coast Native Art located in the Burwell Center. Register now!
Arboretum Tour
1 - 2:30 p.m. | Depart from Anderson Academic Commons
Join Biological Sciences faculty member Dr. Julie Morris for a tour of DU's Chester M. Alter Arboretum! Featuring over 400 plant and tree species, this 75-minute tour will take you throughout campus to learn about the flora and fauna within the grounds. The tour starts and ends on the patio of the Anderson Academic Commons and is limited to 30 attendees. Register now!
DU Vin Grand Tasting
1 - 4 p.m. | Tuscan Ballroom
The DU Vin Grand Tasting is a signature event hosted by the Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management at the University of Denver. Planned and executed entirely by senior hospitality students, this immersive experience showcases their passion and expertise through an afternoon of amazing wines, craft beverages, delicious bites, and live music.
More than just a tasting, DU Vin is a celebration of hospitality’s future—where every sip supports student scholarships and hands-on learning opportunities within the Daniels College of Business. Register now!
Explore the Archives
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Anderson Academic Commons
Join DU Curator of Special Collections and Archives Kate Crowe for an exclusive look at the university's rich history. Explore rare artifacts, photographs, and documents that capture the spirit and legacy of DU over the years. Register now!
Campus Tour
2 - 3 p.m. | Depart from Burwell Center for Career Advancement
Rediscover DU’s beautiful campus with a guided walking tour. Whether it’s your first visit back or your fiftieth, experience the changes, growth, and familiar landmarks that make our campus special. Register now!
Alumni & Reunions Weekend Grand Finale Event
3 - 5:30 p.m. | Burwell Center for Career Advancement
Wrap up Alumni & Reunions Weekend in style at the Burwell Center for Career Achievement! Enjoy food and drinks from alumni-owned breweries, wineries, and distilleries while soaking in music and a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. With great company and kids’ activities, it’s the perfect way to cap off the weekend. Join us for an afternoon of celebration and connection in this stunning LEED Platinum certified space and first 100% mass timber structure in Colorado. Don’t miss out—come raise a glass and make new memories! Register now!
Other Campus Events on Saturday, May 17
Sturm College of Law Commencement
10 a.m. | Sturm College of Law & Magness Arena
Join us for the Sturm College of Law Commencement.
The Spirituals Concert
7:30 - 9 p.m. | Newman Center for the Performing Arts
Logistics
Hotel Clio
Reserve your room now! Your exclusive nightly rate for alumni weekend is $309 for a king room and $329 for a double queen.
Click here or Call (303) 316-2700 to book your room now!
Rooms are limited and only available for Friday and Saturday evening. Reservations by attendees must be received on or before Friday, April 25, 2025, for this rate to be honored.
When calling to book, let them know you are part of the University of Denver event to receive the discounted rate. Hotel Clio is located at 150 Clayton Lane in Denver, Colorado.
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