Reunion 2026

Event
Location Campus
The grand red brick Dolan Center glows golden in the setting sun, with a wide lawn and patio for students to enjoy.

Welcome Back to Carroll

John Carroll University is looking forward to welcoming back alumni from the classes ending in 1s and 6s to celebrate their Reunion Friday, June 12 and Saturday, June 13, 2026.

General Registration

John Carroll University and the John Carroll University Alumni Association is excited to welcome members of the classes ending in 1s & 6s for their Alumni Reunion Weekend June 12 & 13, 2026. This time-honored tradition allows alumni to connect with one another and their alma mater, all while experiencing the beautiful and historic John Carroll campus.

There are six different packages from which to choose. All registration packages include two complimentary drink tickets. Additional drink tickets may be purchased during Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Registration closes Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Class of 1976

John Carroll University and the John Carroll University Alumni Association is excited to welcome members of the Class of 1976 for their milestone 50th Alumni Reunion Weekend June 12 & 13, 2026. This time-honored tradition allows alumni to connect with one another and their alma mater, all while experiencing the beautiful and historic John Carroll campus. All Reunion packages for members of the Class of 1976 are complimentary (excludes lodging). All registration packages include two complimentary drink tickets. Additional drink tickets may be purchased during Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Registration closes Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Class of 1961

John Carroll University and the John Carroll University Alumni Association is excited to welcome members of the Class of 1961 for their milestone 65th Alumni Reunion Weekend June 12 & 13, 2026. This time-honored tradition allows alumni to connect with one another and their alma mater, all while experiencing the beautiful and historic John Carroll campus. There are six different packages from which to choose. All registration packages include two complimentary drink tickets. Additional drink tickets may be purchased during Alumni Reunion Weekend.

Registration closes Sunday, May 31, 2026.

Reunion Weekend Schedule

Subject to updates and changes.

Your class events will be highlighted
 
Everyone
 
Class of 1976
 
Class of 1961
 
Special Class Event

Thursday, June 11, 2026

5:30 PM
Special Class Event
1986 Class Gathering
Sophie La Gourmande · 2275 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights

Friday, June 12, 2026

4:00 PM
Registration Opens Atrium, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
4:00 PM
Hospitality Tent Opens Main Quad
5:00 PM7:30 PM
Welcome Back Happy Hour
Hospitality Tent · heavy hors d'oeuvres & beverages
5:00 PM6:00 PM
Screening of "Tim Russert: The John Carroll Years" Documentary
Hosted by Producer Linda Meglin '74 · Donahue Auditorium, Dolan Center
6:00 PM
Class of 1961
Class of 1961 Dinner
Murphy Commons, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
Class of 1976
Class of 1976 Happy Hour
Jardine Room, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
Special Class Event
Class of 1966 Pizza Party
Indigo Hotel
7:00 PM
Campus Tour
Starting at Rodman Hall Ignite Center
7:00 PM
Special Class Event
Class of 1986 "Rat Bar" Happy Hour
Inn Between, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
Special Class Event
Class of 2006 Gathering
Jake's Speakeasy, Pizzazz on the Circle
Special Class Event
Class of 2021 Gathering
O'Rielly's Pub, Cedar Road

Saturday, June 13, 2026

8:00 AM10:00 AM
Breakfast Schott Dining Hall
8:30 AM
Campus Run
Starting outside of Murphy Hall
9:00 AM6:00 PM
Registration Open Atrium, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
9:00 AM10:00 AM
Yoga on the Quad
Main Quad
9:30 AM10:15 AM
Mission & Identity Talk
St. Francis Chapel
10:00 AM10:45 AM
Strength Training Class
DeCarlo Varsity Gymnasium, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
10:00 AM3:00 PM
Hospitality Tent Open Main Quad
10:30 AM11:15 AM
Nursing Lab Demonstration
Dolan Center
11:00 AM12:00 PM
Campus Tour
Starting at Rodman Hall Ignite Center
11:30 AM12:15 PM
Athletics Talk with VP & Head Football Coach Brian Polian '97
D.J. Lombardo Student Center
12:00 PM1:30 PM
Lunch Schott Dining Hall
1:00 PM3:00 PM
Lawn Games Main Quad · Corn Hole, Kan Jam, Spike Ball
1:30 PM3:00 PM
Trivia
Hospitality Tent, Main Quad
3:00 PM4:15 PM
President's Reception
Atrium, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
4:30 PM
Reunion Mass
St. Francis Chapel
5:45 PM
Class Photos
Various locations
6:00 PM
Cocktail Reception & Dinner
Multiple locations by class
8:00 PM
Special Class Event
Class of 2006 Gathering
Jake's Speakeasy, Pizzazz on the Circle
Special Class Event
Class of 2021 Gathering
O'Rielly's Pub, Cedar Road
9:00 PM11:30 PM
DJ & Dancing Under the Stars
Dolan Center
9:00 PM11:00 PM
Dessert Food Truck Dolan Center
10:00 PM
Class of 1976
Champagne Toast
Dolan Terrace

Sunday, June 14, 2026

7:30 AM10:00 AM
Continental Breakfast Murphy Hall Lobby

Campus Hours During Reunion

Location Friday, June 12 Saturday, June 13 Sunday, June 14
The Cubby
Atrium, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
3 PM – 7 PM 9 AM – 3 PM  
JCU Bookstore
Atrium, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
20% off one item for the weekend
12 PM – 8 PM 10 AM – 6 PM Closed
Athletic, Wellness and Event Center 8 AM – 8 PM 9 AM – 2 PM  
Corbo Fitness Center
RecPlex, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
8 AM – 8 PM 9 AM – 2 PM  
Open Swim, Johnson Natatorium
RecPlex, D.J. Lombardo Student Center
  9 AM – 11 AM  

Where to Stay

On Campus
Murphy Hall
$75/person per night. Simple linens provided (pillows, pillow cases, light sheets and blankets, towels) — it’s recommended that you bring your own blanket, pillow, and any necessary toiletries.

Please note: Murphy Hall WILL NOT be accessible to guests on Thursday, June 11th ahead of Reunion weekend. If you are arriving on Thursday, please consider one of the partner hotels below.

Partner Hotels

Mention “John Carroll University” when booking for special rates.

20% off  ·  ~4 mi · 8 min from JCU
Hampton Inn & Suites Beachwood
Corporate code: 560031561
Phone: (216) 273-5674
Email: cpniewski@buffalolodging.com (Carol Pniewski)
$119/night  ·  Book by June 1  ·  ~4 mi · 8 min from JCU
Hotel Indigo Cleveland–Beachwood
Book online ›
Phone: (216) 454-5406
Email: lkarcher@atlanticcle.com (Linda Karcher)
$139/night  ·  Book by May 4  ·  ~4 mi · 8 min from JCU
Aloft Cleveland Beachwood
$159/night  ·  Book by May 11  ·  ~4 mi · 8 min from JCU
Courtyard by Marriott Beachwood
From $179/night  ·  Book by May 16  ·  ~5 mi · 10 min from JCU
Hyatt Place Legacy Village
$179/night (King)  ·  $199/night (Double Queen)
Book online · Group code: G-JRWU ›
Phone: (888) 591-1234 — mention “JCU Reunion Weekend”
Sunlight shines through yellow autumn leaves on a tree and pink flowers near a building with a green lawn beyond.

Give in Honor of Your Class

Make a gift to John Carroll in honor of your Alumni Reunion and see how your class matches up! Your support helps current Blue Streaks access a transformative Jesuit education.

FAQs

Registration is available online. The Class of 1976 (50th) and Class of 1961 (65th) have special registration pages. All other classes use general registration.

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