Schedule and Registration
Cornell Veterinary College Reunion Weekend
We look forward to greeting alumni coming from near and far!
Plan to join us for a fantastic line-up of programming that will be educational, thought-provoking, inspiring, and fun! View below the reunion schedule.
Reconnect, reacquaint and reminisce with classmates during this special weekend.
Online registration closes on June 2 at noon. A $25.00 fee will be applied to any registration made after June 2.
CLASS DINNER attendance numbers are provided to venues and caterers one week prior to the start of reunion (June 4). Venues may reach capacity before registration closes and your attendance cannot be guaranteed after June 2. Please be sure to register online, and early, if you are planning to attend the dinner.
Link to REGISTER below
Reunion Registration Pricing:
First 10 ALUMNI early bird registrants will receive some veterinary college swag!
Select when you arrive at Registration Headquarters for check-in.
Veterinary College Reunion 2026 Schedule:
| Thursday, June 4 | |
| 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
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| Don DVM ’69 and Rita Powell Classroom, S1-222, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
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| S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. |
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| Takoda's Run Atrium, Level 1 | |
| Friday, June 5 | |
| 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
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| Don DVM '69 and Rita Powell Classroom, S1-222, Level 1, Veterinary Center Grab and go breakfast snacks and drinks available from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. | |
| 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
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| Marked by paw-print stickers on the floor throughout the college, this one-mile walking route is designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing. Begin your Paw Walk in the first floor Atrium of the Veterinary Center. Red paws are quarter-mile markers. During your walk, visit the information stations and learn about: *All recipients of the Daniel Elmer Salmon Award for Distinguished Alumni Service *Meaningful and engaging work of the Alumni Association *The Cornell Alumni Veterinarian Locator, a free, interactive map-based directory that allows the public to find Cornell-trained veterinarians in their area *Share with your circle of friends, clients and colleagues Client and Family Giving Opportunities, which includes Partners in Animal Health News | |
| 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. |
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| S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. |
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| Yarnell Lecture Hall, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| Corey Ryan Earle '07 is the unofficial university historian and teaches the popular undergraduate course, AMST 2001: The First American University, on Cornell history. Corey discusses the College of Veterinary Medicine's humble beginnings and pioneering history of innovation and achievement. He'll offer fun facts, trivia, traditions and photos about Cornell Vet. | |
| 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. |
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| Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 2, Veterinary Center | |
| 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. |
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| Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| Throughout history, the college’s expertise in research, education, and medicine has answered the needs of a changing world. Attend the showcase and learn about the departments, centers, and institutes that are leading the way in helping the College of Veterinary Medicine drive change towards a healthier world for animals and people. See list of participants. | |
| 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. |
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Featuring: Edwardo Peñlaver AB '94, incoming president (July 1 appointment) of Georgetown University, is a leading scholar on property law who previously served as dean of Cornell Law School and president of Seattle University. Wendy Raymond, AB '82, president of Haverford College, is an accomplished molecular biologist and award-winning teacher. She previously served as vice president for academic affairs and dean of faculty at Davidson College. Moderated by Provost Kavita Bala. | |
| 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
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| S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. |
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| Takoda's Run Atrium, Levels 1 and 2 | |
| 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. |
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| Arts Quad | |
| Saturday, June 6 | |
| 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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| Don D.V.M. '69 and Rita Powell Classroom, S1-222, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. |
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| Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 2, Veterinary Center | |
| 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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Marked by paw-print stickers on the floor throughout the college, this one-mile walking route is designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing. Begin your Paw Walk in the first floor Atrium of the Veterinary Center. Red paws are quarter-mile markers. During your walk, visit the information stations and learn about: | |
| 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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| S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. |
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| Yarnell Lecture Hall, Level 1, Veterinary Center | |
| Begin at 10:30 a.m. |
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| *Modular Resource Center & Museum *Cornell University Hospital for Animals *Janet L. Swanson Wildlife Hospital (more tours may be offered) | |
| 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. |
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| On March 21, 2025, Dr. Michael I. Kotlikoff was named Cornell's 15th president. He served as interim president for eight months and 25 years on Cornell's faculty. He arrived at Cornell in 2000, was named dean of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007, and became university provost in 2015. Bailey Hall (in-person) This program will be live-streamed in LH5 at the Veterinary College. | |
| 12:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. |
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| Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 2, Veterinary Center | |
| 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
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| Arts Quad | |
| Enjoy events on the Arts Quad for youth of all ages—including appearances by Touchdown the Bear and the Big Red Band, demonstrations by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, a photo booth, ice cream, games, and much more! This event is open to all registered Reunion 2025 attendees and members of the Cornell community. Sponsored by the classes of '15, '10, '05, '00, and '95. This fun-filled, family-friendly carnival on Saturday afternoon for all to enjoy. No fee for this event, but be sure to wear your reunion button. | |
| Begin Early Evening |
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| Enjoy a festive evening in the company of classmates and guests. In mid-May, once we have approximate alumni and guest attendance numbers by class, we will announce dinner locations, reception, class photo and dinner times. | |
| 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. |
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| Arts Quad | |
| Questions? Contact us at vet.alumni@cornell.edu |