Thank You
for Attending the 2024 Alumni Reunion!
You made this an incredible and unforgettable weekend!
Watch the Highlights Reel
Schedule of Events:
Friday, Oct. 25 | |
5-7:30 PM | All School TGIF Barbeque and Halloween Pet Parade – Gladys Valley Hall Patio, Vet Med Campus |
6:30 PM | Class of 1974's 50th Reunion Dinner - Celebrate 50 years with a special dinner for the Class of 1974 at the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Davis; Register here |
Immediately following the TG | Various Class Gatherings
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Saturday, Oct. 26 | |
9-10 AM | Cancelled - Trailblazer Alumni Coffee (Classes of '52-'69) – Gladys Valley Hall |
10-11 AM | Schalm Lecture: Immune-alogy - Everyday analogies that help explain immunity to infection presented by Dr. Stephen J McSorley (1 hour CE) – Schalm 170 |
11 AM | Brunch and Class Photos – Gladys Valley Hall and Patio |
1:30-3 PM | Student Ambassador-led Tours – Vet Med Complex |
5 PM | Cocktail Hour – UC Davis Activities & Recreation Center Ballroom Patio |
6:30-9 PM | Alumni Reunion Banquet featuring Alumni Awards & A Toast to our Trailblazer Alumni – UC Davis Activities & Recreation Center Ballroom |
Sunday, Oct 27 | |
8 AM-5 PM | Fall Symposium (small animal focus); Hosted by UC Davis SVM Center for Continuing Professional Education – Gladys Valley Hall *separate registration required (register here); discount for alumni is available, email us for the code |
8 AM-4 PM | 35th Annual Charles Heumphreus Memorial Lecture (equine gait analysis and podiatry focus); Hosted by UC Davis SVM Center for Continuing Professional Education – Gladys Valley Hall *separate registration required (register here); this event is free, however registration is still required |
9:30 AM | Veterinary Emergency Team (VERT/sVERT/CVET) Alumni Breakfast – Putah Creek Lodge More information |
11 AM-1 PM | Cancelled G.O.L.D. (Graduates of the Last Decade) Family & Friends Picnic |
Various Class Gatherings
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Map & Parking
Please see below for a map of visitor parking areas on campus.
Friday night: Park in LOT 56 (map; Google directions) off of Health Sciences Drive (behind Aggie Stadium). There is a small fee for parking. We will have attendants in the lot to assist you with payment upon your arrival. Be prepared to have your license plate and credit card handy. There are two options for you based on your time of arrival:
- Before 5 PM, pay by the hour at $2/hr.
- After 5 PM, off-peak parking is $4.50 for unlimited time.
Saturday morning: Park in LOT 56 (map; Google directions) off of Health Sciences Drive (behind Aggie Stadium). Parking is complimentary.
Saturday evening: For the Awards Dinner, park in LOT 25 and walk to the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) Ballroom. (Map)
If driving on campus, keep in mind no cars are allowed in the heart of campus and many roads are closed to car traffic. Plan accordingly and refer to the campus map for car-free streets.
Class Ambassadors:
- Class of 1974: Gregg Cutler, James Moore, Patrick Colahan, Chris Cowing and Paul Meunier
- Class of 1984: Cliff Les, Tony Pardo, Sandy Willis, Jeri Oliphant, Margorie Neaderland, Mary Whitehill and Marilyn Millman
- Class of 1994: Carol McConnell and Tracey Long
- Class of 1999: Gary McArthur
- Class of 2004: Brian Charn and Denise Imai-Leonard
- Class of 2014: Dustin Dennis and Caitlin "CJ" Johnson
- Trailblazer Alumni (including Class of '64): Fred Fyre
Hotel Block Information:
Best Western Plus Palm Court
$229/night + taxes/fees, King Suite
Class of 2014 is staying here!
- Book Here by Oct. 4
Best Western University Lodge
$136/night + taxes/fees
- Book by Oct. 11
*Must call to reserve: (530) 756-7890
**Mention: "UC Davis Vet Med Reunion"
Click here for map of all 6 hotels (gold stars)
FAQ's
- When does Reunion start?
- We officially begin reunion weekend with the all-school TG on Friday evening at 5 PM. Check out the schedule of events for additional details.
- When is my class gathering?
- Class gatherings are happening throughout the weekend, however we have designated time after the TG on Friday night, and in the afternoon on Sunday for classes to plan events. Watch the schedule of events for updates, or reach out to your class ambassadors if you have questions.
- My class is not celebrating a milestone reunion year, can I still come to Reunion Weekend?
- Absolutely! We welcome any alumni to attend the events of the weekend, your class just won't have a designated class gathering planned.
If you are part of the classes of 1952-1969, join us for coffee on Saturday morning.
If you are part of the classes of 2015-2024, you are invited to the GOLD picnic on Sunday.
If you were ever involved with the Veterinary Emergency Response Team (VERT/SVERT/CVET), we encourage you to come to the breakfast on Sunday morning. - Can I bring my pet with me to Reunion Weekend?
- While pets are welcome at most of reunion events, please DO NOT bring pets (unless they are working service animals) to the Cocktail Hour & Banquet Awards on Saturday evening at the Activities and Recreation Center.
- What is the dress code for the banquet on Saturday evening?
- The banquet dinner will be "cocktail" attire; however we want you to be comfortable in whatever you choose to wear.
- How do I park on campus?
- Please see below for a map of visitor parking areas on campus.
Friday night: Park in LOT 56 (map; Google directions) off of Health Sciences Drive (behind Aggie Stadium). There is a small fee for parking. We will have attendants in the lot to assist you with payment upon your arrival. Be prepared to have your license plate and credit card handy. There are two options for you based on your time of arrival:
Before 5 PM, pay by the hour at $2/hr.
After 5 PM, off-peak parking is $4.50 for unlimited time.
Saturday morning: Park in LOT 56 (map; Google directions) off of Health Sciences Drive (behind Aggie Stadium). Parking is complimentary.
Saturday evening: For the Awards Dinner, park in LOT 25 and walk to the Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) Ballroom. (Map)
If driving on campus, keep in mind no cars are allowed in the heart of campus and many roads are closed to car traffic. Plan accordingly and refer to the campus map for car-free streets. - If I have more questions, who can I contact?
- Feel free to email us at svmreunion@ucdavis.edu if you have additional questions. You may also call Julia Kalika at (530) 752-0713 or Kristy Peterson at (530) 400-8959.
Reunion Registration Includes:
- Food & drinks at the Friday night TG BBQ
- Access to one hour CE at the Schalm Lecture on Saturday (separate registration NOT required)
- Trailblazer coffee for the classes of 1952-1969
- Saturday morning Brunch
- Veterinary Medicine Complex tours
- Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres & dinner at the Reunion & Alumni Awards Banquet
Add-on's Not Included in Reunion fee:
- Veterinary Emergency Team Alumni Breakfast - $35
- Various Class Gatherings - fees vary
You may attend any of these functions in addition to reunion events, or just come to one or more by themselves.