Class of 1976

Save the Dates: June 11-14, 2026

Plan to arrive on the Hill on Thursday, June 11, 2026. On-campus events begin in the afternoon.

What to Expect at Reunions
Get Involved!

There’s still time to join classmates on the Reunion Committee and plan your milestone reunion.

Planning Committee Members
Memories & More

View items from the College Archives and links to playlists featuring music of the ’70s.

Yearbooks & Music

Your Milestone Reunion

Dear Hamilton and Kirkland Classes of 1976,

We are excited to welcome the Hamilton and Kirkland Classes of 1976 back to the Hill from June 11-14, 2026, for your 50th reunion celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity to see lifelong friends, make new connections, celebrate your life journeys and achievements, and reflect on memories of your student days. Whether you have attended reunions in the past or haven’t been in touch since graduation, you are an important part of the Hamilton & Kirkland 50th Reunion celebration. Please join us!

The 50th Reunion program is uniquely developed for each class. We encourage you to stay informed and help spread the word to friends. The Classes of 1973-1975 have been setting records with their 50th Reunion attendance. Let’s keep this great momentum – you will not regret it!

For more information on how to get involved in your 50th reunion committee, please feel free to contact us.

Jacke Jones
Director of Alumni Relations
jrjones@hamilton.edu
315-859-4672

Victoria Kidd ’94
Director of Milestone Reunions
vkidd@hamilton.edu
315-859-3338

What to Expect

Below is a general overview of what to expect for your Milestone Reunion!

Please plan to arrive on the Hill on Thurs., June 11, 2026 which is a special welcome day for the 50th reunion class. An optional pre-gathering organized by the class may take place in the Central New York region on Wed., June 10. More to follow. On your Thursday arrival, there will be a dedicated 50th reunion welcome and information desk. On-campus events begin in the afternoon. Thursday evening is a 50th class reception and dinner with classmates and guests. The program includes the presentation of the 50th reunion medallions and the presentation of the 50th Class gift to the College President.

50TH REUNION BOOK SIGNING AND DISCUSSION

Throughout the weekend there will be time to explore the campus, including the Ruth and Elmer Wellin Museum of Art, the Kevin and Karen Kennedy Center for Theater and Studio Arts, the Root Glen, Taylor Science Center, the college bookstore, as well as the many new and old buildings and facilities around campus. There are a number of 50th reunion specific scheduled events, including Hamilton and Kirkland 50th alumni colleges, a golf cart campus tour followed by lunch, the all-alumni parade, the presentation of the half-century annalist letters for Hamilton and Kirkland, and social gatherings. Saturday night is a very special 50th class dinner with music, toasts and your class photo. The reunion concludes on Sunday morning with the Service of Remembrance and a farewell brunch.

The Reunion Planning Committee will be organizing virtual alumni colleges in the winter and spring, and various alumni colleges during reunion weekend. The alumni colleges are individual and panel discussions from members of your class across many areas of interest.

The annual meeting of the Alumni Association is held on Sat., June 6 in the Chapel. The program includes the introduction of the 50th class, choir performances, and the presentation of the Hamilton and Kirkland half-century annalist letters. The Bell Ringer Award is presented at the assembly to a member of the alumni community.