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Homecoming
Gallaudet University’s annual Homecoming event for the campus community and alumni to celebrate Gallaudet’s past, present, and future students, athletes, and alumni. Homecoming this year will take place on October 22-26, 2025. Save the date!
Class of 1975 | Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Class of 1975 only.
Class of 1975 | Kick-Off Celebration
Class of 1975 | Breakfast
Class of 1975 | Private Campus Tour
Class of 1975 | Archives/Schuchman Documentary Center
Class of 1980 | Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Class of 1980 only.
Alumni Emeriti Club Induction Ceremony
Alumni from classes up to 1975 will be recognized for their 50+ years of loyalty, service, and support to Gallaudet University! Watch the momentous occasion as they are honored and inducted into the Alumni Emeriti Club.
Class of 2000 | Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Class of 2000 only.
Class of 1995 | Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Class of 1995 only.
55+ Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Classes of 1970, 1965, and 1960 only.
Louise B. Miller Memorial Pathways and Gardens Site Dedication Ceremony
The site dedication of the forthcoming Louise B. Miller Pathways and Gardens: A Legacy to Black Deaf Children will be a meaningful ceremony with the Gallaudet community to acknowledge our past and chart a path forward to a more equitable future for all. The gathering will also celebrate the successful completion of our Necessity of Now fundraising campaign.
Class of 1980 | Social
Alumni BisonTank
Similar to the TV show “Shark Tank,” Alumni BisonTank will feature seven alumni business owners competing for cash prizes to elevate their business to the next level! They will deliver a three-minute business pitch to a group of judges. Check out the future of our community!
Class of 2000 Kickoff
50+ Class Photos
Capture the moment with your classmates! Classes from 1960 to 1975 will take class photos on the famed Chapel Hall steps. Please show up promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Class of 2000 | Private Campus Tour
Gallaudet Future Projects Presentation
Join us for a presentation by University Architect Richard Dougherty as he shares an inside look at Gallaudet’s upcoming campus projects. Don’t miss this opportunity to see what’s ahead for the Gallaudet campus!
Class of 1975 | Golden Anniversary Luncheon
Class of 2000 | Memory Lane Luncheon
Class of 1995 | Memory Lane Luncheon
55+ Luncheon (Classes 1970, 1965, and 1960)
For registered class members only.
Class of 1980 | Private Campus Tour
Class of 1990 | Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Class of 1990 only.
Gallaudet 11 Plaque Unveiling
The plaque unveiling ceremony honors the Deaf volunteers, including Gallaudet alumni, who served and contributed to the 1960s spaceflight research with the US Navy/NASA. The event is hosted by the Schuchman Deaf Documentary Center. Light refreshments will be provided.
Class of 1970 | Campus Tour
For registered members of the Class of 1970 only.
Class of 1980 | Archives Presentation
Real Talk: Work Life Across Generations Panel
From typewriters to TikTok- join us for an honest conversation about how work has changed (and stayed the same) across generations. Hear stories, swap wisdom, and explore the future of work through every lens.
Class of 1990 | Private Campus Tour
Class of 1995 | Private Campus Tour
Second Annual Alumni vs. Students
Organized by students in PER 350: Event Planning and Management, this fun and spirited event is a great opportunity for alumni to connect with current students—and prove that age and experience can outshine youth and exuberance! Alumni and students will go head-to-head in a variety of friendly competitions. More details and the registration form will be available in late September.
Class of 1985 | Registration Check-In
For registered members of the Class of 1985 only.
Class of 1970 | Dinner
Pep Rally
Ready to unleash your Buff and Blue spirit?! Join us at the Field House to witness Gallaudet students, alumni, faculty, and staff showcase our Bison spirit with cheer routines, class competitions, our famous Bison Song, and more!
Alumni Bash
Mix and mingle after the pep rally! Keep the Homecoming energy going with a night of connection and entertainment! Join fellow alumni for an evening of fun and community, featuring a special performance by ASL Slam. Free for registered class reunion members. $20 at the door for non-registered alumni and visitors.
House One Open House
House One is now open after undergoing renovations. Take this opportunity to see the updates and learn more about the rich history of this beautiful, historic building. Check back in mid-August for the reservation link to book your visit!
Class of 2020 | Banner Unveiling
For members of the Class of 2020 only.
Class of 2000 | Silver Anniversary Breakfast
Class of 1995 | Silver Anniversary Breakfast
Class Photos
Capture the moment with your classmates! Classes from 1980 to 2020 will take class photos on the famed Chapel Hall steps. Classes will be split into two time slots. Refer to the Class Reunion information tab or the Guidebook app for your class photo time.
Women’s Volleyball Game v. St. Mary’s College
Cheer on our mighty Bison as they take on St. Mary’s Seahawks!
Beer Garden
Spend some time at our beer garden before and during the football game. Beer will be served for people who are age 21 and older only. Do not forget your ID!
Class Parade
Classes participating in the parade, meet at the Bison statue in front of Field House at 11:45 a.m. Watch our alumni celebrating their milestone class reunions this year walk the annual Homecoming lap around the Thomas O. Berg, ’44 & H-’97 track.
Football Game v. Randolph-Macon College
Cheer on our mighty Bison as they take on Randolph-Macon Yellow Jackets!
Various Class Reunions
Celebrating your reunion this year? Refer to the “Class Reunion Information” tab or the Guidebook app for more info!
Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Brunch
Check the list below for information on your class, including the point of contact and reunions on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Information will be continuously updated.
Class of 1960
Mary Ann DiCola Corson - Reunion Chair
Class of 1965
Astrid Amann Goodstein - Reunion Chair
Class of 1970
Kathryn McIntre Sutton – Reunion Chair
Class of 1975 (Golden Anniversary)
Jack Cassell – Reunion Co-Chair; Stephanie Kay Hatrak Vincent – Reunion Co-Chair; Susan Adamson Hocker - Treasurer; Eddy Laird - President/Class Gift
Class of 1980
Marcia Zisman - President/Reunion Co-Chair; Carlene Thumann-Prezioso - Reunion Co-Chair
Class of 1985
Margaret Jennings - Reunion Co-Chair; Judy Pratt - Reunion Co-Chair
Class of 1990
Manny Hernandez - Reunion Chair
Class of 1995
Shannon Cooley - Reunion Chair
Class of 2000 (Silver Anniversary)
Jonelle Deja - Reunion Chair
Class of 2005
Class of 2010
Class of 2015
Montana Murphy - Reunion Co-Chair; Misty Skye Dreument - Reunion Co-Chair
Class of 2020
Pablo Gonzalez Jr. - Reunion Co-Chair; Alexandria Rutowski - Reunion Co-Chair
Wednesday, October 16
For registered Class of 1974 members only.
Join us for a film screening of Warrior Women, a documentary about the organizers of the American Indian Movement (AIM) that was active in the 1970s. It tells the story of Madonna Thunder Hawk and her daughter Marcy about the “We Will Remember” survival school as an alternative to state-supported education. The film reveals the fraught tension of Indigenous cultural values and survival against the backdrop of federal regulations and environmental issues such as the Dakota Access Pipeline. Come join us!
For registered Class of 1969 members only.
Cheer on our mighty Bison as they take on Penn State Wildcats
Thursday, October 17
Whether you are Indigenous or not, it is important to decolonize your knowledge about Native Deaf American History. Led by community curators, “We, Native Deaf People, Are Still Here!” exhibition presents the multiplicity of Indigenous Deaf experiences through art, photography, videos, storytelling, and cultural belongings.
In collaboration with the Turtle Island Hand Talk Healing Committee, a healing and renaming ceremony will be held on October 17 at 12pm. The ceremony will be led by the committee and they will announce the new name of Building 103 (formerly known as Dawes House).
Alumni from classes up to 1974 will be recognized for their 50+ years of loyalty, service, and support to Gallaudet University! Watch the momentous occasion as they are honored and inducted into the Alumni Emeriti Club
For registered Class of 1984 members only.
For registered Class of 1999 members only.
For registered members of Classes of 1964, 1959, and 1954 only
We’re excited to announce the 1st Annual Alumni vs. Students event during this year’s Homecoming led by PER 350: Event Planning and Management! This is a great opportunity for alumni to connect with current Gallaudet students and demonstrate that age and experience can indeed outshine youth and exuberance.
Similar to the TV show “Shark Tank,” Alumni BisonTank will feature seven alumni business owners competing for cash prizes to elevate their business to the next level! They will deliver a three-minute business pitch to a group of judges. Check out the future of our community! Please RSVP for In Person here Please RSVP for Zoom here
Celebrate with us at our ticketed LGBT+ Dance & Social, where Alumni and Students unite to honor our community’s history and progress. This inclusive event welcomes all members of the community for a night of dancing and pride. Join us to commemorate our past activists and embrace a future of equality, creating memories in a supportive and festive atmosphere.
Friday, October 18
Capture the moment with your classmates! Classes from 1959 to 1974 will take class photos on the famed Chapel Hall steps. Please show up promptly at 9:00 A.M.
For registered Class of 1964 members only.
For registered Class of 1999 only.
Join Deaf Studies Faculty as they reflect on the role Deaf Studies has played in the past 30 years, as well as the present and future opportunities faced by Deaf communities.
Multicultural Student Programs (MSP) cordially invites you to the ribbon cutting ceremony of Gallaudet’s first ever LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Center. Join us to witness history in the making.
Celebrate inclusivity at our LGBT+ panel during this year’s Homecoming festivities! Open to alumni and current students alike, this insightful session will feature esteemed panelists sharing their experiences as LGBT+ individuals during their time at college.
Mix and mingle with other alumni all night after the pep rally.
Saturday, October 19
Capture the moment with your classmates! Classes from 1979 to 2019 will take class photos on the famed Chapel Hall steps. Classes will be split into two times.
Cheer on our mighty Bison as they take on Penn College Wildcats
Watch our alumni celebrating their milestone class reunions this year walk the annual Homecoming lap around the Thomas O. Berg, ’44 & H-’97 track.If you are celebrating a milestone reunion and will participate in the parade, please meet outside Field House at 11:45 a.m.
Cheer on our mighty Bison as they take on Anna Maria Amcats
Cheer on our mighty Bison as they take on McDaniel College
Join fellow alumni of color for a special reunion to reconnect, socialize, and learn about the latest updates at Gallaudet. The event is hosted by the Division of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusive Excellence (DEDI). Please register for this reunion at this link.
Check the list below for information on your class, including the point of contact and reunions on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Information will be continuously updated.
Class of 1954Location: Kellogg Conference Hotel, 2nd Floor, Room 6Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pmClass Photo: 9:00 AM (Friday, October 18)
Class of 1959Bob Herbold – Reunion ChairLocation: Kellogg Conference Hotel, 2nd Floor, Room 6Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pmClass Photo: 9:00 AM (Friday, October 18)
Class of 1964Charles Giansanti – Reunion ChairLocation: Kellogg Conference Hotel, 2nd Floor, Room 6Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pmClass Photo: 9:00 AM (Friday, October 18)
Class of 1969Jeannette Scheppach – PresidentJane Golightly – Reunion Co-ChairBette Hicks – Reunion Co-ChairDonna Drake – Class Gift Coordinator/RegistrationLocation: Kellogg Conference Hotel, 2nd Floor, Room 6Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pmClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1974 (Golden Anniversary)Scott Kramer – Reunion Co-ChairMelinda Padden – Reunion Co-ChairLocation: Kellogg Ballroom ABCDTime: 6:00 – 11:00 pmClass Photo: 9:00 AM (Friday, October 18)
Class of 1979Reunion Location: RathskellarClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1984Mike Baer – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.Reunion Location: Chapel Hall MuseumReunion Time: 7:00 – 11:00 pm
Class of 1989Stephanie Summers – Reunion ChairReunion Location: Streetcar82Reunion Time: 7:00 pmClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1994Darlene Wadler – Reunion ChairReunion Location: Union Market, Hi-LawnReunion Time: 6:30 pmClass Photo: 11:00 A.M.
Class of 1999 (Silver Anniversary)Jennifer Kononenko – Reunion ChairClass Photo: Friday 10:30 A.M.Reunion Location: Ole JimReunion Time: 7:00 p.m.
Class of 2004Raylene Lotz – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 11:00 A.M.
Class of 2009Vivienne Schroeder – Reunion ChairLocation: WundergartenTime: 6:00 pmClass Photo: 11:00 A.M.
Class of 2014Ashley Pappineau – Reunion Co-ChairTandy Lewis – Reunion Co-ChairReunion Location: La CosechaReunion Time: 7:00 pmClass Photo: 11:00 A.M.
Class of 2019Tayla Newman – Class PresidentReunion Location: Other Half BreweryReunion Time: 7:00 pmClass Photo: 11:00 A.M.
In collaboration with the Turtle Island Hand Talk Healing Committee, a healing and renaming ceremony will be held on October 17 at 12pm. The ceremony will be led by the committee and they will announce the new name of Building 103 (formerly known as Dawes House).Please register for the ceremony at gu.live/healingceremony
Celebrate with us at our LGBT+ Dance & Social, where Alumni and Students unite to honor our community’s history and progress. This inclusive event welcomes all members of the community for a night of dancing and pride. Join us to commemorate our past activists and embrace a future of equality, creating memories in a supportive and festive atmosphere.
Capture the moment with your classmates! Classes from 1979 to 2019 will take class photos on the famed Chapel Hall steps. Classes will be split into two times. Refer to the Class Reunion information tab or the Guidebook app for your class photo time.
Watch our alumni celebrating their milestone class reunions this year walk the annual Homecoming lap around the Thomas O. Berg, ’44 & H-’97 track.
Class of 1959Bob Herbold – Reunion ChairLocation: Kellogg Ballroom CD
Class of 1964Charles Giansanti – Reunion ChairLocation: Kellogg Ballroom CD
Class of 1969Jeannette Scheppach – PresidentJane Golightly – Reunion Co-ChairBette Hicks – Reunion Co-ChairDonna Drake – Class Gift Coordinator/RegistrationLocation: Kellogg Ballroom CD
Class of 1974 (Golden Anniversary)Scott Kramer – Reunion Co-ChairMelinda Padden – ReunionCo-ChairLocation: Kellogg Ballroom ABTime: 5:30 – 10:30 p.m.
Class of 1979Class Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1984Mike Baer – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1989Stephanie Summers – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1994Darlene Wadler – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 1999 (Silver Anniversary)Jennifer Kononenko – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 10:30 A.M.
Class of 2009Vivienne Schroeder – Reunion ChairClass Photo: 11:00 A.M.
Class of 2014Class Photo: 11:00 A.M.
Class of 2019Class Photo: 11:00 A.M.
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