Alumni Weekend: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register?
You can register online here. If you have any questions please email Megan Horvitz, Director of Advancement Events, or call (508) 798-4364. Please check in at the Academic Commons at the Goddard Library when you arrive on campus.
How do I gain admittance to the meals in the package that I’ve chosen?
When you check in at the Academic Commons in Goddard Library, we will provide you a nametag with a barcode. Your nametag will gain you admittance to the meals in your package.
What is the 50-Year Meal Package?
This special discount rate is available for alumni celebrating their 50th reunion and alumni who have already celebrated their 50th reunion in a prior year. The package rate does not include accommodations (on-campus housing and hotels).
Is there a recommended dress code for Alumni Weekend events?
Most events are casual unless otherwise specified. We recommend business formal attire for the Friday Night Cocktails & Awards Dinner and smart casual attire for dinners on Saturday evening. We recommend bringing comfortable footwear as you will be walking around campus and on the main green for events.
Will the campus store be open during Alumni Weekend?
Yes! The campus store will be open during the following times:
Friday, May 16 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, May 17 from 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, May 18 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Will the Kneller Athletic Center be open during Alumni Weekend?
Yes! The Bickman Fitness Center, gym, and pool will be open Friday through Sunday from 7–10 a.m. Visitors must sign a waiver and show identification at the Kneller check-in desk.
Where do I pick up my dorm assignment?
Stop by the Housing Desk in the Academic Commons on the first floor of the Goddard Library after picking up your weekend materials to receive your room assignment, keys, and key cards.
What is my assigned residence hall?
Each class is assigned to a specific hall/floor so that alumni from the same class are near one another. Once we fill designated class areas, we will fill room assignments on a space-available basis. The Johnson Sanford Center Residence Hall will house most alumni staying on campus.
What are the on-campus housing options?
Single and double dorm rooms are available. A traditional single room contains one twin bed, and a traditional double room has two twin beds. Each floor of the residence halls has a shared bathroom for all residents. We provide our guests basic linens, a pillow, a blanket, a towel, and a facecloth. Please note that we are no longer offering suite-style housing for Alumni Weekend.
What if I don’t want to stay on campus?
Alumni who plan to stay off-campus should register directly with the hotel of their choice. We recommend you book off-campus accommodations as soon as possible as the hotel blocks sell out very quickly.
What if I need to cancel part/all of my reservation?
In the unfortunate event that you must cancel your reservation, please notify the Office of Stewardship and Donor Relations at (508) 798-4364 or email Megan Horvitz.
If you have questions regarding your registration while on campus, stop by the Alumni Weekend Registration Desk in the Academic Commons on the First Floor of the Goddard Library.
Can I bring my dog to Alumni Weekend?
Clark University is a dog-friendly campus, but we ask that you refrain from bringing your furry friends to our large outdoor events, including our Spree Day BBQ and the Alumni Weekend Cocktail Reception, for the safety of our guests and your pets. Otherwise, dogs are allowed in outdoor areas on campus. Please observe Clark’s Dog Policy: all dogs must be on leash when on Clark University property. The person with the dog must clean up dog waste at the time. No animals will be allowed in University buildings at any time. The only exceptions will be seeing-eye dogs and hearing-assist dogs.