Class of 1952: The First Class
Reunion Schedule

Friday, May 24

10:30 am-12:00 pm
Reunion Registration
The fun begins at Reunion Registration, when you receive important weekend information, including a detailed schedule plus Reunion surprises!

12:30 am-2:00 pm
Informal Picnic Boxed Lunch

2:30-3:30 pm
Campus Tours
Visit with the University archivist to discuss the first four years of Brandeis's history and view a film featuring the first Brandeis Arts Festival that you participated in during your student days on campus.

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Senior Class Reception with Trustees
Semi-formal dress requested.

7:00-11:00 pm
Welcome Back Dinner and Festivities
In honor of your 50th Reunion celebration, the University hosts this special dinner for members of the class of 1952. Reunion and Class Gift and Program leadership will be recognized and some additional surprises may be in store for members of the Class of 1952.

10:00 am - 10:30 am
Memorial Service

10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Campus tours with special stops at the Goldfarb-Farber Library, Gosman Sports and Convocation Center, the Rose Art Museum and the Castle.

12:30 pm-2:00 pm
Ralph Norman Barbecue
Join us for a special rendition of Brandeis's traditional Ralph Norman Barbecue. The barbecue, named for Brandeis University's first photographer, is a Reunion tradition that offers more fun, food and festivities.

2:30-3:30 pm
Visit with professors you may not have seen in 50 years. We've invited faculty members from the early years to join the festivities. Or, join in a discussion of where the University is today and the future of the arts at Brandeis.

6:00 pm
Commencement Formal Reception and Dinner
You are cordially invited to attend the Commencement Black Tie Reception and Dinner with University Trustees, honorary degree Recipients, Fellows, faculty and friends of the Brandeis community. This is a special evening you won't want to miss.

9:30 am
Please join us on campus for robing and a continental breakfast as you prepare to march in the Commencement festivities with the graduates of 2002. Walk proudly behind your class banner in front of more than 7,500 attendees.

Following Commencement you are invited to join the current graduates and their families and friends for a casual reception that will tide you over as Reunion 2002 draws to a close and you say goodbye to old and new friends alike.