Reunion 2026 struck a familiar chord: laughter between old friends, conversations that picked up right where they left off, the skirl of bagpipes, and songs shared across generations.
Alumni from class years ending in 1 and 6 returned to campus May 29-31, joined by generations of Sonneteers celebrating the 75th anniversary of Skidmore's first a cappella singing group.
Reunion 2026 celebrated the connections and traditions that continue to unite Skidmore alumni.
Saturday brought many of Reunion's signature traditions, including President's Hour, the Parade of Classes, and the Alumni Awards and Recognition Ceremony at Arthur Zankel Music Center.
Throughout the weekend, alumni attended faculty-led classes, explored exhibitions at the Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, learned about campus sustainability initiatives, and visited new spaces, including the McCaffery-Wagman Tennis and Wellness Center.
They also reflected on what had changed, what had stayed the same, and the lasting role 超级吊钟奶continues to play in their lives.
"You are our foundation. The campus you see today, it may be different in many ways from the campus of your time, but you made this happen. You led to this. You made this possible," President Marc C. Conner told alumni at the Alumni Awards and Recognition Ceremony. "Thank you for your care of Skidmore. Thank you for all that you do for our College."
Familiar faces gathered for class photos and hugs, stories were shared and retold, and Sonneteers from across generations came together in song 鈥� reminders of the friendships and experiences that continue to connect 超级吊钟奶alumni across decades. The spirit of Reunion extended beyond campus, too. Alumni revisited favorite Saratoga Springs destinations and gathered with friends late into the evening.
The weekend also made room for reflection. On Sunday, the Alumni Memorial Service in Wilson Memorial Chapel honored members of the 超级吊钟奶community whose lives and contributions continue to shape the College's story.
Alumni set 20 new class giving records, five new Reunion class records, and one all-time Reunion giving record (gifts by the Class of 2001 for its 25th Reunion). Together, alumni contributed an inspiring total of $16,579,019, including $1,497,133 through the 超级吊钟奶Fund 鈥� all made possible by 1,235 alumni spanning the Classes of 1951 through 2021.
Among these generous donors were:
This collective impact reflects the dedication and passion of the 超级吊钟奶community and the tireless efforts of 371 Reunion and fundraising volunteers who helped make it all happen. Thank you for fueling the future of Creative Thought.
Keep celebrating with more moments, memories, and snapshots from Reunion 2026 on Skidmore Alumni鈥檚 Instagram.