Reunion 2018
Schedule of Events
Friday, October 5
10:30am Welcome and Check-In
Administration Building
Start your reunion celebration in Castilleja’s historic Administration Building, where you will check in for the weekend’s festivities.
11:15am Alumnae Panel
The Chapel
Hear from four alumnae at different stages in their careers as they share how they are navigating life beyond the Circle with Castilleja juniors and seniors.
12:15pm Garden Luncheon
Lockey Alumnae House Lawn
Take a walk down memory lane while sharing a meal in a beautiful garden setting with fellow alumnae.
1:00pm Campus Tours
Lockey Alumnae House
Take a tour of campus to see how life around the Circle has changed-or not!- since your time as a student. Tours depart from Lockey House.
2:00pm Letterpress Printing Class
Lockey Alumnae House
Discover the fascinating history, artistry, and mechanics of letterpress printing in a hands-on course with Castilleja’s own printing press. Class space is limited; please register early.
5:00pm Campus Tours
Arrillaga Family Campus Center
Take a tour of campus to see how life around the Circle has changed-or not!- since your time as a student. Tours depart from the Pool Patio.
6:00pm Celebration Dinner
Arrillaga Family Campus Center
Enjoy a delicious dinner and special program celebrating Castilleja’s past, present, and future during Reunion Weekend’s signature event on campus. Alumnae will be seated with their reunion classes.
Saturday, October 6
10:00am Classes without Quizzes
Leonard W. Ely Fine Art Center
Go back to school for a morning with two of Castilleja’s beloved teachers. Explore the intersection of chemistry and art with Doris MouradHA while hand-painting your own silk scarf then keep and immerse yourself in the joys of journaling through life during an interactive creative workshop with Elyce MelmonHA. These will be two one-hour courses with a break for coffee and light refreshments. Class dismissed at noon!
Afternoon/Evening Class Gatherings
Many reunion classes are planning individual class reunions at restaurants, a classmate’s home, or other location. If you are interested in learning more details about the plans for your class, or if you would like to help with the class gathering, please contact your class representative or the Alumnae Office.
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Hotel Information
Stanford Park Hotel
100 El Camino Real
Menlo Park, California
For a discounted rate, please book by September 3 and reference group code: Castilleja Student Reunion.
Cardinal Hotel
235 Hamilton Ave.
Palo Alto, California
For a discounted rate, please book by September 3 and reference group code: Castilleja Student Reunion.
Past Reunion Photos
Distinguished Alumna Award
Each year, Castilleja presents the Distinguished Alumna Award to an alumna who has consistently demonstrated the values of the 5Cs in her personal, professional, and community life.
Nominate a Classmate
We welcome Castilleja alumnae to nominate a classmate for the 2018 Distinguished Alumna Award. Submissions are due by Tuesday, August 15.
Each year, Castilleja presents the Distinguished Alumna Award to an alumna who has consistently demonstrated the values of the 5Cs in her personal, professional, and community life.
The Alumnae Awards Committee will review all submissions and make a final decision on this year's recipient.