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Alumnae Weekend

Celebrating 100+ Years of Friendships!

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Alumnae Weekend 2024

FRIDAY, APRIL 12

Comeback Coffee & Conversation
Starting at 9:00 am | Sprunt Room
Complimentary coffee bar & conversation with former faculty & staff and Head of School Dr. Kristen Ring

Alumnae Weekend Convocation
10:00 am | Wiener Theater

Lunch & Learn: Seasonal Favorites
11:00 am | Katherine & John Dobbs Farm
Hosted by Alison Chesney, Hutchison Farm Director
$15 covers your box lunch, featuring produce from the Hutchison Farm

Cocktails on Campus
6:00 pm | Alumnae Courtyard
Join us for festive cocktails, delicious bites, live music & fun!
$25/person

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

Milestone Mimosa Brunch
10:30 am | Welsh Dining Hall
Honoring milestone reunion classes and our 2024 Alumnae Award honorees.
$25/person

Hutchison Serves: Alumnae Service Project
In partnership with 901 POP (Petals of Purpose)
1:00 pm | Sprunt Room
Join us for an afternoon of service as we prepare crafts and repurpose flowers from Alumnae Weekend to spread joy throughout the Memphis community.

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