Alumni Celebration & Reunions
Join us October 16-17, 2026!
Reconnect, Rediscover, and Reminisce
All Medical School alumni from the Duluth and Twin Cities campuses are invited to share in the festivities with faculty, fellow alumni and current students.
The weekend offers a unique window into the Medical School today and is also a time for personal celebration. Whether you’re returning to see how the campus has transformed or simply to catch up with the friends who shared your medical school journey, we can’t wait to welcome you back!
Reunion dinners will be held for the Classes of
1966 | 1971 | 1976 | 1981 | 1996 | 2006 | 2011 | 2021
on Saturday, October 17 at 5:30 p.m.
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Schedule
Schedule is subject to change. Keep checking back for updates!
Most events take place at McNamara Alumni Center, 200 SE Oak St, Minneapolis.
Friday, October 16
8:30 am | Check-in and Continental Breakfast
9:30 am | Conversation with the Deans
Dr. Kevin Diebel, Regional Dean, Medical School Duluth Campus
Dr. Chris Fallert, Regional Dean, CentraCare Regional Campus, St. Cloud
11:00 am | Transforming Medical Education: Student Perspectives & Beyond
Student Panel
Dr. Jess Blum, Assistant Dean for Foundations Curriculum
Dr. Carrie Costantini, Assistant Dean for Admissions, Medical School
12:30 pm | Scholarship Connection Luncheon: Celebrating Alumni Generosity
Hosted by the University of Minnesota Foundation
Note: alumni may also receive an invitation to this event from the U of M Foundation.
2:30 pm | Frontiers in Rural Health
Dr. Kirby Clark ('01), Director of the Rural Physician Associate Program (RPAP)
Saturday, October 17
9:00 - 11:00 am | Medical Fraternity Open Houses - Nu Sigma Nu, Phi Chi, Phi Rho Sigma
5:30 - 9:30 pm | Reunions for Classes of 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1996, 2006, 2011, and 2021
Class Reunions
Alumni Celebration & Reunion Events
Many of the Alumni Celebration & Reunion events will take place at McNamara Alumni Center (200 SE Oak St) on the Minneapolis campus. Reunion committees may plan additional events for their class that take place off campus. Details can be found on your class tab.
Reunion dinners held at McNamara include a reception with heavy hors d'oeuvres, dinner with salad and chef-prepared meal, assorted desserts, and non-alcoholic beverages. A cash bar will be available for purchase of beer, wine, and mixed drinks.
Reunion Attire
You may be wondering, "What should I wear to my reunion?" Reunions are definitely not formal affairs, but you may want to dress perhaps a little nicer than business casual. Class photos will be taken, so you'll want to look your best, but you should also be comfortable.
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Kathleen Simo
Richard Wicklund
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Gerald Larson
Ted Luck
William Rom
Phil Schiller
Ray Wood
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Frazier Eales
Dorothy Horns
Virginia Lupo
Desmond Runyan
Sylvia Sekhon Berndt
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Tom Noonan
Paul Olson
Mary Pohl
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Joe McBride
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Catherine Booms
Brian Teng
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Joy Hasseler
Eddie Mairura
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Reunion Dinner
Saturday, October 17 | 5:30-9:30 p.m.
McNamara Alumni Center
Reunion Committee
Alexander Kuehne
Want to join your class committee? Email Maureen Long at [email protected].
Hotel Information
Discount Hotel Block
A limited block of rooms at a discounted rate has been reserved at the Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown. Please note that this rate is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and guests are responsible for the cost of their accommodations. We encourage you to book early to secure your spot and take advantage of this offer.
Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown
1500 Washington Avenue South
Minneapolis MN 55414
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RESERVATION DEADLINE: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026
Additional hotel options are listed by area below. Click the area name to expand the page for more information.
Hotels Near Campus
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
2407 University Ave SE, Minneapolis MN 55414
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Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
615 Washington Ave SE, Minneapolis MN 55414
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Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis University Area
2812 University Ave SE, Minneapolis MN 55414
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Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis University Area
511 SE Huron Blvd, Minneapolis MN 55414
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis University Area
2808 University Ave SE, Minneapolis MN 55414
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Hotel Tips:
- The Days Hotel is often the most economical choice on the list.
- The Graduate Hotel is closest to McNamara; however, please be aware that the property has been the site of protests and large-scale law enforcement activity, including the lodging of ICE personnel.
- The Hampton Inn, Home 2 Suites, and Days Hotel are all located just east of campus, a short distance from the Metro Transit Stadium Village light rail station. The westbound train will take you to the East Bank station, which is about a block from McNamara Alumni Center.
- The Hilton Garden Inn is about a half-mile walk from McNamara Alumni Center, where the reunions will be held.
Hotels in Downtown Minneapolis
The hotels below are located in downtown Minneapolis and are close to the Metro Transit Green Line light rail train. McNamara Alumni Center is also easily accessible by car from downtown. There are many other hotels in downtown Minneapolis, so don't feel you must limit yourself to this list. If you are planning to attend part of the Farm Aid concert, you might also find a hotel using their list.
The maps below the list show the route of the Green Line train in relation to McNamara Alumni Center and the location of the hotels below along the Green Line route. Each hotel is numbered and corresponds to the number on the map.
- Element Minneapolis Downtown
501 North 6th Avenue, Minneapolis 55401
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- Sonder North Loop Green Apartments
360 North 5th Street, Minneapolis 55401
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- AC Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
401 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis 55401
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- Minneapolis Marriott City Center
30 South 7th Street, Minneapolis 55402
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- The Westin Minneapolis
88 South 6th Street, Minneapolis 55402
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- Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
527 South Marquette Avenue, Minneapolis 55402
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- Tru by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
317 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis 55401
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- Hotel Indigo Minneapolis Downtown, an IHG Hotel
618 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis 55402
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- Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
615 2nd Avenue South, Minneapolis 55402
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Hotels in Roseville
The hotels below are located in Roseville MN, just up Interstate 35W from the University of Minnesota Campus. Estimated driving time is 12-20 minutes.
avid hotel Roseville - Minneapolis North
3015 Centre Pointe Drive North, Roseville 55113
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Courtyard Minneapolis St. Paul/Roseville
2905 Centre Pointe Drive North, Roseville 55113
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DoubleTree by Hilton Roseville Minneapolis
2540 North Cleveland Avenue, Roseville 55113
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Minneapolis St. Paul/Roseville
3045 Centre Pointe Drive North, Roseville 55113
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Hampton Inn Minneapolis-Roseville
2050 Iona Lane West, Roseville 55113
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Holiday Inn Express Roseville-St. Paul
2715 Long Lake Road, Roseville 55113
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Roseville Minneapolis
2020 Iona Lane West, Roseville 55113
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Residence Inn Minneapolis St. Paul/Roseville
2985 Centre Pointe Drive North, Roseville 55113
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Give in Honor of Your Reunion
Reunions are a great opportunity to come together as a class to show your support of the Medical School through a class gift. All gifts, pledges, and future estate commitments to support the Medical School made between January 1 and December 31 will count in your class' gift total.
Find out how much each class has given so far and make your gift in honor of your reunion.
STAY CONNECTED
Don't miss out on updates about the Alumni Celebration or other future Medical School alumni events! Please ensure that your contact information is up-to-date.
Questions about Alumni Celebration?
Contact:
Maureen Long
Director of Alumni Relations
[email protected]
612-626-8045