Schedule of Events

A beloved Emory tradition, Wonderful Wednesday brings students together weekly to foster a sense of community in a fun, interactive setting in the middle of campus. The last Wonderful Wednesday of the year is hosted by the Office of Alumni Engagement and Senior Experience Committee (SEC) exclusively for the undergraduate senior class - a final hoorah and celebration for our soon-to-be new grads and their journey ahead.

No Charge, Reservation Requested. Exclusively for the Undergraduate Senior Class.
Food and beverages provided. Casual attire.

The Oxford College Office of Advancement and Alumni Engagement invite Oxford Continuees in their Junior and Senior years to a reception in honor of the seniors graduating in the Emory class of 2019. Join your classmates as well as some faculty and staff from Oxford, who'll be cheering you on as you transition to alumni status.

No Charge, Reservation Requested

Alumni, faculty and staff are invited by the Nurses’ Alumni Association for a private dinner prior to Emory’s traditional Candlelight Crossover. Following dinner, we will gather for a group photo and walk together from the School of Nursing to Miller-Ward Alumni House where we will hold candles and welcome the 2019 nursing graduates to the alumni community as they walk across the Houston Mill Road bridge with President Sterk and their fellow graduates from across the university.

This is a 10 minute walk from the School of Nursing to Miller-Ward Alumni House, .3 mi each direction.

No Charge, Reservation Requested

Every year, graduating seniors commemorate their transition to alumni life with a candlelight procession. Emory alumni are invited to a reception at the Miller-Ward Alumni House prior to the Crossover procession to honor these newest graduates.

The pre-Crossover reception will start at 7:00 p.m. The student Crossover will begin around 8:30 p.m., when reception guests will line up to welcome them as they cross the bridge to the alumni house.

Complimentary refreshments and beverages, including beer and wine, will be provided at the reception.

No Charge, Reservation Requested
Attire: Casual
Please register by May 1.

The 2019 100 Senior Honorary inductees and immediate family members are invited to a Commencement Tea celebrating this special recognition for their graduate. Enjoy light refreshments and brief remarks from a student speaker.

No Charge, Reservation Requested
Please register by April 29.

The Emory Muslim Alumni invite you to come enjoy the spirit of Ramadan in the company and fellowship of Emory alumni and students. Join us for a summer evening Iftar celebration featuring a great atmosphere, good food and great company. We look forward to seeing new faces and familiar friends!

Break the fast with dates and water and a delectable dinner will follow after Maghrib Prayers. Dessert will be a surprise!

Alumni Event Coordinators: Isam Vaid 93Ox 95C 99PH and Mukhtar Voss 11C

Please arrive by 8:15 p.m. Sunset: 8:29 p.m.
No Charge, Reservation Requested

Start the day with a breakfast buffet while catching up with classmates and looking at photos and memorabilia from your time at Emory.

No Charge, Reservation Requested

Meet fellow classmates on campus for presentations and discussions. Specific topics will be scheduled in these broad areas. Choose to attend one or both.

Classroom Experience #1: Learn more about Emory's approach to brain health. Speaker TBD

Classroom Experience #2: Class of 1969 will engage in an open discussion about their time at Emory. Session facilitator TBD.

No Charge, Reservation Requested
Attire: Casual

Join us for a student led tour of our state of the art facilities, including the simulation skills lab, nursing uniform displays, and classrooms.

No Charge, Reservation Requested

Hear from current students and faculty members as they share their experiences at the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Engage in a conversation about Nursing through the years.

No Charge, Reservation Requested

Class of 1969 is invited to enjoy a casual lunch at the alumni house.

$20 per person
Attire: Casual
Please register by April 29.

It’s time to celebrate! Reminisce with classmates as you enjoy an elegant three course lunch and champagne toast at the School of Nursing with Dean and fellow Emory Nursing alumna, Dr. Linda McCauley 79MN.

No Charge, Reservation Requested

Join us for a time of personal reflection of remembrance of deceased classmates.

No Charge, Reservation Requested
Attire: Casual

Take a shuttle bus tour through campus to see what’s changed and what’s stayed the same. There will be brief walking elements.

No Charge, Reservation Requested
Attire: Casual

Optional

Inform staff so that we can arrange for transportation to Glenn Memorial.

Come enjoy the Candler Singers in concert as they kick off Candler's Commencement Weekend! The Candler Singers, Candler School of Theology's premier musical ensemble comprised of students preparing for a variety of ministries in the church, the academy, and the world, present a concert of church music from around the globe, featuring classical, contemporary, folk, and spiritual genres. The Singers are directed by David B. Daniel, Assistant Professor in the Practice of Music Ministry and Director of Chapel Music.

The concert is free and open to the public.

Enjoy a casual dinner with classmates.

You’ve waited fifty years for this party! Make it a night to remember as you reconnect with friends from the class of 1969 and enjoy cocktails and dinner stations. A class photo will be taken.

$100 per person
Attire: Cocktail
Please register by April 29.

Optional

Join classmates for an optional dutch-treat brunch at Pastries A Go Go in downtown Decatur. The restaurant is located in Commerce Square at the corner of West Ponce de Leon Avenue and Commerce Drive.

It is time to return to Emory and reconnect with classmates and reminisce about your days on campus. Join us for a luncheon celebrating your 55th and 60th year reunions.

$20 per person
Attire: Casual

Some of Emory’s finest musical alumni return to campus to perform along with one of our most accomplished graduating seniors during Commencement weekend in this exciting annual concert. Hosted by Bradley Howard, Director of Vocal Studies.

Open to all. No charge.
Attire: Dressy Casual

Members from the Class of 1969 will be inducted into Corpus Cordis Aureum (CCA). Earlier classes can also be inducted if not previously. All returning members are welcome to participate. Presentation of the Judson C. Ward “Jake’s” Golden Heart Award will be included in the ceremony.

No Charge, Reservation Requested. Maximum of 2 pre-registered guests may accompany each participant.
Please register by April 22.

Golden robes and caps will be distributed. Light breakfast will be available for alumni and their guests. Individual and group photos will be taken. Guest seating will be reserved near Corpus Cordis Aureum (CCA) participants on the Quad. CCA member procession begins promptly at 9:00 a.m.

***To register a guest who will not be participating in the processional, select "Guest" from the first dropdown menu to the right.***

No Charge, Reservation Requested
Attire: Dressy Casual
Please register by April 22.

Candler graduates, their families, and friends, along with Candler faculty and staff are invited to brunch immediately after the Commencement Exercises on the Quadrangle.

Registration is not required, but is greatly appreciated for an accurate catering count or ADA accommodation.

Corpus Cordis Aureum members will process with the dean, faculty and students in the School of Nursing Diploma Ceremony. Faculty, staff, guests, and Corpus Cordis Aureum members are invited to join the new graduates for a reception in their honor immediately after graduation back at the School of Nursing building.

Candler School of Theology graduates and their families gather for the 2019 Diploma Ceremony in the sanctuary of Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church on the Emory campus. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. for attendees. Graduates line up on the Glenn lawn (North Decatur Road side) at 1:00 p.m.

Dean Jan Love presides.