2024 Alumni Reunion

October 18 - 19, 2024 
Reconnect. Reminisce. Reunite.

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Join us for a memorable journey down memory lane at the 2024 Alumni Reunion! Alumni reunion is more than just a gathering; it is a vibrant celebration of shared experiences, lasting friendships, and the impact of your law degree. We extend a heartfelt invitation to all AUWCL alumni to return to campus and be a part of something truly special.

What to Expect:

• Reconnect with former classmates and forge new connections.
• Engage with esteemed faculty and staff who have shaped your journey.
• Celebrate milestone anniversaries with the classes ending in 4 and 9.

From reminiscing about the good old days (including those at the Myers Building on main campus, the 4801 Mass Ave building, and our current 8.5 acre campus) to catching up on recent triumphs, this reunion will foster a space for laughter, nostalgia, and cherished memories. 

See Who's Registered to Participate
Alumni on this list opted in on their registration form to share that they are participating in 2024 Alumni Reunion (updated weekly).

Preliminary Schedule 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18
Family-friendly Law Campus Tour
2:00-3:00 p.m.
Alumni are welcome to bring their families for a guided tour. No fee.

Friday with Faculty Reception
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Lia's Restaurant
4435 Willard Avenue, Chevy Chase MD (Walking distance from Friendship Heights Metro Station and parking available.)
Faculty attending include: Elizabeth Beske, Michael Carroll, Horacio Grigera Naon, Heather Hughes, David Jaffe, Cynthia Jones, Binny Miller, Elliott Milstein, Vicki Phillips, Andy Pike, Andy Popper, Jayesh Rathod, Gustavo Ribeiro, Ira Robbins, Steven Shapiro, Brandon Weiss, and Steve Wermiel
Cost: $40/person and includes hearty appetizers, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Open to alumni and guests age 21+.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19
Barristers Breakfast and Alumni Networking Session
Hosted by the DC Metro Area Alumni Chapter
Capital Atrium, Law Campus
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $50/person (includes both breakfast and Saturday luncheon). Hot breakfast buffet served with coffee, tea, orange juice, and fresh-cut fruit.

Law Campus Highlights Tour
11:30 am-12:15p.m.

Dean's Luncheon with Keynote Discussion
From JD to GC: Alumni General Counsels at the Forefront of Corporate Governance
featuring Interim Dean Heather Hughes, with Jim Cooperman ’87, SVP & Associate General Counsel at MSG Entertainment (New York,NY); Lorna DeRosa ’14, General Counsel at MAG Aerospace (Fairfax, VA) ; and Joiava Philpott '90, SVP & General Counsel, Law & Policy at Cox Communications (Atlanta, GA)
Claudio Grossman Hall, Law Campus
12:30-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $50/person (includes Saturday's Barristers Breakfast and Dean's Luncheon). Lunch buffet will include multiple entree options, side items, salad, dessert, iced tea, and lemonade.

Free Time or Optional Activities
2:00-6:00 p.m.
Spend the afternoon with other alumni enjoying some casual activities or take a break and enjoy DC on your own.

Family-friendly Law Campus Tour
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Alumni are welcome to bring their families for a guided tour.

Dupont Circle Area Walking Tour
2:30-4:00 p.m.
Historical and architectural guided tour for AUWCL alumni.
(Space is limited and open to alumni and family/guests age 16+)
Cost: No fee

Tour of American University Katzen Art Museum
2:30-3:30 p.m.
(Space is limited and open to alumni and family/guests 16+)
Cost: No fee

Campus Dinner with Your Classmates
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Open to alumni and guests age 21+
Cost: $50/person or purchase a table for 9 for $425. Dinner buffet will include multiple entree options, side items, salad, dessert, beer/wine and non-alcholic beverages.

Hotels and Lodging

American University has negotiated discounted rates with several area hotels located conveniently to the campus. Reservations for travel can be booked directly with the hotel via the Campus Travel Management portal. A small percentage of the proceeds from reservations made here will be returned to AU to support university programs and initiatives. The hotels located the closest to the law campus are the Embassy Suites Chevy Chase and the Courtyard Chevy Chase. Both are located walking distance to the Friendship Heights Metro Station (one stop from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station).

Questions
If you have any questions about Alumni Reunion or would like to volunteer to help welcome alumni, please email Senior Alumni Relations Director Brooke Sandoval at sandoval@wcl.american.edu.