Reunion
Reunion Weekend
June 5-7, 2026
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THURSDAY JUNE 4:
7:30 p.m. The Frederick Speaker Series: Carol Anderson, professor of African American Studies at Emory University, Weinberg Center for the Arts. Go to weinbergcenter.org to purchase tickets. Use code REUNION26 at checkout to receive a 15% discount on your tickets. Seating is limited.
FRIDAY, JUNE 5
8:30-10 a.m. Continental Breakfast, Whitaker Campus Center, Atrium
9-11 a.m. Micro-badging Skill Accelerator Course: "Learn, Laugh, Lead: Fundamentals of Leadership Training" with Mahesh P. Joshi, Ph.D. Dean of the George B. Delaplaine Jr. School of Business
11:30-1p.m. Friday Fiesta Lunch, Whitaker Campus Center, Commons
1-4 p.m. Back to Class: Alumni College Sessions
- Elizabeth Atwood, Ph.D., associate professor journalism, “The Ramifications of Violence Against Journalists.”
- Meredith Yeager, Ph.D., assistant professor of biology“Feline Genetics and Your Pet”
- TBD
4-5:30 p.m. Pergola Society Reception, Beneficial-Hodson Library & Learning Commons, Cafe
6-8 p.m. Welcome Dinner for the Classes of 1956, 1961, 1966 & 1971, Coblentz Hall, Dreiling Seminar Room
6-9 p.m. Food Fest on the Quad with games and live music
SATURDAY, JUNE 6
7:30-9:30 a.m. Drop-in Breakfast Buffet, Coblentz Dining Hall
8-9 a.m. Tai Chi with Claudia Olson, certified instructor, Coffman Chapel, lawn
10-11:30 a.m. Hood Today: The President’s Update on the College and 2026 Award Ceremony
Noon-1:30 p.m. Parisian Picnic, Residential Quad
2-2:50 p.m.Maryland Double Decker Bus, “History on the Double” downtown Frederick tour 1
2-3:30 p.m. Book discussion and signing with Elizabeth Evitts Dickinson, author of “Claire McCardell: The Designer Who Set Women Free”, Beneficial-Hodson Library and Learning Commons, 2nd floor Reading Porch
2-4 p.m. Class Gatherings on the Quad. More info to come
3-3:50 p.m. Maryland Double Decker Bus, “History on the Double” downtown Frederick tour 2
5-6:30 p.m. 1893 Club Reception, for those who are celebrating or have celebrated their 50th reunion, East Cottage
4:30-6:30 p.m. All-Class Happy Hour, Whitaker Campus Center, Patio
7-9 p.m. Class of 1976 50th Reunion Dinner, Whitaker Campus Center, Commons
7-9 p.m. Legacy Dinner, for those celebrating their 55th or greater reunion, Beneficial-Hodson Library and Learning Commons, Café
7:30-11 p.m. The All-Class Color Bash, Red, Yellow, Green or Blue – this is the party for YOU! Food & drinks, DJ & dancing, photo booth and more, Coblentz Dining Hall
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
8-10 a.m.Strawberry Breakfast, Coblentz Dining Hall
10:30 a.m. A Service of Reflection, led by the Class of 1976, Coffman Chapel
Noon-2 p.m. Frederick County Art Association, Exhibit & Reception, Tatem Hall, Gallery
2026 Reunion Class Chairs:
1946: Yellow
Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement
alumoffice@hood.edu
1951: Green
Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement
Alumoffice@hood.edu
1956: Blue
Ginny Turnbull Hecklinger
1961: Red
Jeanne Duncan Jehl
jehljeanne@gmail.com
1966: Yellow
Ginny Wheeler Jones
Pat Kehoe Tylander
p-ty@comcast.net
1971: Green
Mary McMunigal Burland
Edith D. Purdie
1976: Blue
Carol A. Fleming
Joan B. Gillece
Heidi McCombs Lane
1981: Red
Marcy Goldberg Taylor
Linda Hecklinger Procter
Mary Thompson Calhoun
Lindy B. Small
Hope Bober Corrigan
hope.corrigan@verizon.net
1986: Yellow
Alison Drum Althouse
Kellye A. Greenwald
Dana Humphreys-Acock
1991: Green
Vivian Koch Laxton
1996: Blue
Angela Schmuck Bond
Jewel K. Smith
2001: Red
Niki McElroy Grant
Meg Kula
Dr. Lisa Zaleski-Larsen
2006: Yellow
Sharia M. Barksdale
2011: Green
Phill Yerby-Ford
Allen R. Kees
Abby K. Dyjack
2016: Blue
Lydia E. Emory
2021: Red
Elena F. Rowe
Caylee M. Winpigler
2026 Alumni and Faculty Award Nominations
Award nominations are due January 31! Honorees will be recognized at an awards ceremony on Saturday, June 6.
DISTINGUISHED ALUMNA/US AWARD
Click here to see past Distinguished Alumni Award winners.
DISTINGUISHED FACULTY AWARD
Click here to see past Distinguished Faculty Award winners.
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE TO HOOD COLLEGE AWARD
Click here to see past Excellence in Service to Hood College Award winners.
OUTSTANDING RECENT ALUMNA/US AWARD
Click here to see past Outstanding Recent Alumni Award winners.
2026 Reunion Accommodation Information:
On-Campus Housing:
We're excited to offer on-campus accommodations in Blazer Hall. You may stay up to three nights: Thursday June 4, Friday June 5, and Saturday June 6 with checkout at Noon on Sunday June 7. The cost per person per night is $50. Each guest is provided with bedding (sheets, a light blanket, pillow, and pillowcase), towels, washcloths, and soap. Reminder: These are dormitory rooms with single beds and overhead lighting, so bring any additional items that would make you more comfortable (extra blankets, etc). No hangers or trashcans in the room. Bathrooms have mirrors. Each floor in Blazer Hall has comfy lounge and gathering spaces, and the main floor common area has a full kitchen, including a refrigerator for your use. You can reserve rooms at Blazer Hall when Reunion Registration opens in April.
Off-Campus Housing:
If you prefer to stay off-campus, we have reserved rooms at the Hampton Inn & Suites, 1565 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick MD 21702. You may reserve up to three nights from Thursday June 4 through Saturday June 6 at a rate of $119 per night. When making your reservation, use the code "HCR" to receive this special rate. The number of rooms reserved is limited, so if you are interested, please make your reservation ASAP at 301-696-1565.
This page will be updated when Reunion registration starts in April!
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