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 after that time.
- Class Dinner: Restaurants and venues for class dinners may reach capacity before registration closes. Your attendance cannot be guaranteed. Please be sure to register online, and early, if you are planning to attend the dinner.
Reunion Registration Pricing
Veterinary College Reunion 2026 Schedule
Events italicized represent university-sponsored events.
Thursday, June 4
| Time | Event, Location, Description |
|---|---|
| 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. | Registration Headquarters Don DVM ’69 and Rita Powell Classroom, S1-222, Level 1, Veterinary Center |
| 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. | SAVMA Apparel and Merchandise Sale S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center |
| 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. | Welcome Reception with the Dean and Emeriti Faculty Takoda's Run Atrium, Level 1 |
Friday, June 5
| Time | Event, Location, Description |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Registration Headquarters 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. |
| 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. | Neuropathology Rounds Lecture Hall 3, Veterinary Research Tower, Level 1 Join faculty from anatomic pathology, neurology, diagnostic imaging, and clinical pathology as they work through real-world cases during Reunion Weekend. Watch experts share their clinical reasoning as they present cases, discuss different diagnoses, and perform diagnostic workups for selected neurologic conditions. |
| 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Get in your daily steps! Enjoy the 'Cornell Vet Paw Walk' Location for Paw Walk: Begin your Paw Walk in the first floor Atrium of the Veterinary Center. Marked by paw-print stickers on the floor throughout the college, this one-mile walking route is designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing. Red paws are quarter-mile markers. During your walk, visit the information stations and learn about:
|
| 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | SAVMA Apparel and Merchandise Sale S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center |
| 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. | A History of Cornell Vet (pre-recorded) 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. | Lunch Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 2, Veterinary Center |
| 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. | Veterinary College Showcase 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. |
| 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | Olin Lecture - The Future of the American University: A Panel Discussion with Higher Education Leaders Livestreamed in LH5, Level 1, Veterinary Center Featuring: Edwardo Peñlaver AB '94, incoming president (July 1 appointment) of Georgetown University, 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, 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. | SAVMA Apparel and Merchandise Sale S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center |
| 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. | All Alumni BBQ Takoda's Run Atrium, Levels 1 and 2 |
| 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. | Reunion Tents Arts Quad Individuals over 21 only (Friday and Saturday - reunion button required). |
Saturday, June 6
| Time | Event, Location, Description |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Registration and Hospitality Don D.V.M. '69 and Rita Powell Classroom, S1-222, Level 1, Veterinary Center |
| 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. | Breakfast Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 2, Veterinary Center |
| 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Get in your daily steps! Enjoy the 'Cornell Vet Paw Walk' Location for Paw Walk: Begin your Paw Walk in the first floor Atrium of the Veterinary Center. Marked by paw-print stickers on the floor throughout the college, this one-mile walking route is designed to promote physical and mental wellbeing. Red paws are quarter-mile markers. During your walk, visit the information stations and learn about:
|
| 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | SAVMA Apparel and Merchandise Sale S1-226, Level 1, Veterinary Center |
| 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. | State of the College Address Yarnell Lecture Hall, Level 1, Veterinary Center Lorin D. Warnick, D.V.M., Ph.D. '94, Austin O. Hooey Dean of Veterinary Medicine |
| Begin at 10:30 a.m. | Tours Sign up and details in Registration Headquarters for a tour, including:
Additional tours may be offered. |
| 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. | State of the University Address Bailey Hall (in-person) Livestreamed in LH4, Yarnell LH, Level 1, Veterinary Center 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. |
| 12:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | Lunch Takoda’s Run Atrium, Level 2, Veterinary Center |
| 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | "Fun in the Sun" Family Festival 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 2026 attendees and members of the Cornell community. Sponsored by the classes of '21, '16, '11, '06, '01, and '96. |
| Begin Early Evening | Class Receptions and Dinners Class dinner locations and photo time will be announced in late May. Enjoy a festive evening in the company of classmates and guests. |
| 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. | Reunion Tents Arts Quad Individuals over 21 only (Friday and Saturday - reunion button required). |
Questions? Contact us at vet.alumni@cornell.edu