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SUMMARY:Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2026
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DESCRIPTION:The Northwestern Alumni Association (NAA) invites alumni\, students\, family\, and friends to join us for a weekend of Purple Pride. We have a full slate of programs planned\, including activities you can enjoy from wherever you are.  The three events listed below are free\, open to the public\, and will also be livestreamed from Galvin Recital Hall in the Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Center for the Musical Arts:  Alumni Medal Panel  Friday\, October 9\, 1:30–2:45 p.m. CDT   This year’s recipients of the Northwestern Alumni Medal\, the NAA’s highest honor\, will discuss how the University shaped their lives and careers.  Conversations with the Dean: Nobel Laureate Joel Mokyr  Friday\, October 9\, 3–4 p.m. CDT   Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences presents a special live edition of its signature series featuring Dean Adrian Randolph and Joel Mokyr\, Robert H. Strotz Professor of Arts and Sciences\, professor of economics and history\, and recipient of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences.   NU Performs  Saturday\, October 10\, 6–7:30 p.m. CDT  Enjoy a concert showcasing several of Northwestern’s top musical ensembles\, including Bienen School of Music vocalists\, Synchrony Quartet\, Undertones a cappella\, student-led Latin Music Ensemble\, and music theater from the Waa-Mu Show.  Alumni\, students\, and friends are also invited to the Evanston campus for the following events:   175th Anniversary Celebration Ice Cream Social Friday\, October 9\, 12:30–1:30 p.m. CDT  Norris University Center\, Cohen Lawn Grab a scoop and celebrate 175 years of Northwestern! Join students\, faculty\, staff and alumni on Cohen Lawn for an all-campus ice cream social marking this milestone in Northwestern’s history. President Chiang will offer brief remarks before joining the community for an informal afternoon of conversation and celebration.  Student Group Expo Friday\, October 9\, 3:30–4:45 PM Norris University Center\, Louis Lobby Alumni and students are invited to enjoy light snacks on the second floor of Norris University Center while meeting current Northwestern student groups and learning more about how they engage on campus.\n\nMore Info: https://alumni.northwestern.edu/events-experiences/homecoming-reunion/schedule.html#Friday
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