Reunions

Reunions

FAQs

FAQs

Last updated: December 1, 2022

2023 Reunions
What are the dates for classes invited to 2023 Reunions?

Specific dates will vary by class (e.g. some classes will have a Sunday Farewell Brunch and others may not). For planning purposes, please add the following dates to your calendar:

May 12-13, 2023 | MBA 2022 One-Year Reunion


June 01-04, 2023 | 2023 Spring Reunions


October 12-15, 2023 | 2023 Fall Reunions

When will registration open? Is there a deadline to register?

Anticipated registration open dates:

One-Year Reunion: by February 2023
Spring Reunions: by February 2023
Fall Reunions: by August 2023

Though registration will not formally close, we encourage alumni to register at their earliest convenience so HBS can plan for the actual number of attendees expected at each event.

Full refunds will be granted if registration is cancelled online or a request is emailed to alumni@hbs.edu by DOW, Month DD, 2023. Refunds requested after this date are not guaranteed.

What’s the registration fee? How much will it cost to attend my reunion?

Registration fees vary by class and are listed on your class page.

Fees cover all reunion activities on Friday and Saturday. This includes the on-campus program (e.g. Dean's Address, faculty sessions, class or section presentations, meals) and evening class and section social events. Travel expenses, such as airfare and lodging, are not included in the registration fee.

If your class is planning additional activities, they may be included in general registration fees or be priced separately. Please refer to your class page for specifics.

> Where can I find hotel information? When can I make a reservation?

> Will there be activities/programming for my kids and/or teens?

What is the program schedule going to look like?

HBS is bringing alumni back to campus for two full days of programming and social activities.

The On-Campus Program runs from approximately 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. each day and includes breakfast and lunch, faculty presentations, class-specific programming, and other activities to connect you with fellow alumni.

Evening social events (i.e. Class Event, Section Party) take place off campus beginning from 6:00 p.m. and on each night.

Full details, including times, location specifics, and on-campus programming organized by your class and section, will be available by mid-April for 2023 Spring Reunions.

How can I make a reunion gift? What are the Reunion Gift Campaign deadlines?

There are many ways to make a gift to HBS in honor of your reunion. You can give online at give.hbs.edu or go to Ways to Give Today to learn about other options. Any gift you make during your class's Reunion Gift Campaign will be credited automatically to that effort.

We encourage alumni to give annually, including during reunion years, to the HBS Fund, which plays an essential role in sustaining the School 's core activities and fueling new ideas and initiatives.

If you would like to make a special commitment to HBS in honor of your reunion, please consider becoming a member of the HBS Fund Investors Society. You can do so either with an outright gift of $5,000+ or through a multi-year commitment as explained in this membership proposal.

Reunion Gift Campaigns are currently in progress for the following classes with end dates as indicated:

2023 Spring Reunions: MBA 1953, 1958, 1963, 1968, 1973, 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018, 2022 will conclude June 30, 2023.

2023 Fall Reunions: MBA 1978, 1983, 1988, 1993, and 1998 will conclude December 31, 2023.

We welcome annual gifts to the HBS Fund from alumni in all other classes. To see recent reunion and annual giving results, visit HBS's Report on Giving.

Can I use the Shad Fitness Center during my Reunion Weekend?

During Reunion Weekend, alumni can access Shad Fitness Center free of charge. Partners/guests are permitted access for $10.00 per day.

Reunion name badges are required for access.

ACCESS

  • Basketball Courts: Closed
  • Group Fitness Classes: No
  • Indoor Track: Closed
  • Pools (Malkin and Blodgett): Facility Hours
  • Squash Courts: Yes
  • Tennis Courts: Closed

HOURS

  • Monday–Thursday: 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 6:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

*Hours during the academic year, which operate on a reduced schedule during School breaks.

2022 Fall Reunions
When can I make submissions and/or see the Reunion Profile Book for my class?

All MBA reunion classes were invited and encouraged to participate in their Fall 2022 Reunion Profile Book, which are now ready for digital download.

Links to each Reunion Profile Book are provided below and will be available online through December 31, 2022. After that date, please email alumni@hbs.edu to request a copy.

Class of 1997 – 25th Reunion
Class of 1992 – 30th Reunion
Class of 1987 – 35th Reunion
Class of 1982 – 40th Reunion
Class of 1977 – 45th Reunion

How can I make a reunion gift? What are the Reunion Gift Campaign deadlines?

There are many ways to make a gift to HBS in honor of your reunion. You can give online at give.hbs.edu or go to Ways to Give Today to learn about other options. Any gift you make during your class's Reunion Gift Campaign will be credited automatically to that effort.

We encourage alumni to give annually, including during reunion years, to the HBS Fund, which plays an essential role in sustaining the School 's core activities and fueling new ideas and initiatives.

If you would like to make a special commitment to HBS in honor of your reunion, please consider becoming a member of the HBS Fund Investors Society. You can do so either with an outright gift of $5,000+ or through a multi-year commitment as explained in this membership proposal.

Reunion Gift Campaigns are currently in progress for the following classes with end dates as indicated:

Reunion Gift Campaigns for the MBA classes of 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, and 1997
—all 18-month campaigns—will conclude December 31, 2022.

We welcome annual gifts to the HBS Fund from alumni in all other classes. To see recent reunion and annual giving results, visit HBS's Contributors Report.

General FAQs

I am having trouble with my HBS login to access my class page. Who do I contact for help?

The Alumni Records team is happy to provide assistance with your HBS account, including:

  • HBS Login (username and password)
  • Two-Step Verification (Duo)
  • Harvard Key
  • HBS Email Account (login and forwarding)
  • Alumni Profile Updates

Please contact them via phone or email, or refer to the Help section of the Alumni website for self-service. Their hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern, Monday - Friday.

Phone (recommended): 617-384-5977

  • Option 1: Login Help, including Duo
  • Option 2: Alumni Profile, update information, etc.

Email: hbs@edusupportcenter.com

  • We recommend adding this email address to your contacts for future needs

Website: Alumni FAQs (Accounts & Security section)

Where can I find hotel information? When can I make a reservation?

HBS will arrange room blocks with discounted pricing at area hotels. Hotel information for 2023 Spring Reunions is now available. We anticipate information for MBA 2022 One-Year Reunion and 2023 Fall Reunions to be available in December 2022.

Details will be published on the hotels information page once they are confirmed.

To help in making your travel arrangements, please refer to the dates listed on your class home page.

Will transportation be provided? What are the parking options?

Transportation will be provided to and from campus and the reunion hotels for on-campus programming. Details will be posted as they are confirmed. Please visit the Schedule tab on your class page for mobile app download information.

Parking on campus is complimentary and will be available in the Soldiers Field Parking Garage during your reunion dates. Alumni with a disability license plate or placard may park in the Spangler Surface Parking Lot both days.

If you are traveling via ride share (Lyft, Uber), please enter Klarman Hall (117 Western Avenue, Boston, MA 02163) as the HBS campus location.

Is it possible the in-person reunion will be cancelled?

Currently, we are moving forward with planning in-person reunions. If reunions become subject to convening restrictions/requirements, including cancellation, all changes will be communicated as quickly as possible.

It is advised that you review cancellation policies for your travel and accommodations in the event we must change plans. HBS is not held liable for private, non-refundable arrangements.

> What are the HBS Community Values?

Email & Communications
Why am I not receiving emails about Reunions?

Emails are sent from HBS Reunions (alumni@hbs.edu). If you are not receiving emails about Reunions and have checked your spam or junk folder for our emails, please do the following:

1. Go to the “Contact” section in Edit Alumni Profile. Under the tabs listed below, check your preferences and adjust if necessary.

  • “Digital”
    Non-HBS Contact Email: Make sure the email listed here is your preferred email for receiving communications from HBS.
  • “Subscriptions”
    Reunions: Make sure “Reunions” is toggled on. This means you want to receive communications about reunions.

2. Add alumni@hbs.edu to your email contacts to help prevent any future communications from going to spam or junk.

My contact subscription preferences in Alumni Profile are set to receive Reunions emails. Why am I not receiving any?

If you are subscribed to but not receiving emails about Reunions and have checked your spam or junk folder, please contact Alumni Records (hbs@edusupportcenter.com or 617-384-5977, option 2) for further assistance.

Guests & Children
Can I bring a guest?

Guests are welcome!  Registration is required and any associated fees will be applied. When registering your guest, please be aware evening social events are not appropriate for individuals under the age of 21. Additionally, all guests must abide by the HBS Community Values and any health and safety guidelines in place at the time of their visit to campus.

Please note that no onsite HBS-sponsored childcare services will be available and children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult caregiver, per the Harvard University Policy for the Safety & Protection of Minors. For off-campus childcare, please refer to the 'childcare resources' question below.

Will there be activities/programming for my kids and/or teens?

Families are welcome! Activities for guests 18 years old and younger are currently being considered and more information will be shared in the coming months.

No onsite HBS-sponsored childcare services will be available and children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult caregiver, per the Harvard University Policy for the Safety & Protection of Minors. For off-campus childcare, please refer to the 'childcare resources' question below.

For families traveling with minors, all members must abide by health and safety guidelines in place at the time of your visit.

What childcare resources are available?

Children are welcome, but no onsite HBS-sponsored childcare services will be available. All minors must abide by health and safety guidelines in place at the time of your visit and must be accompanied by an adult caregiver, per the Harvard University Policy for the Safety & Protection of Minors.
 
There are several lactation rooms accessible across campus (further details will be made available to those who need them).
 
For alumni bringing a nanny/babysitter to on-campus events, please email alumni@hbs.edu. They will need to pick up a name badge from registration.
 
The following resources are provided to assist you in your planning. Please note that these caregivers are not Harvard employees, and we cannot provide any guarantees. We strongly recommend families run checks of their own to make the best hiring decisions.
 
To ensure you may secure, vet, and arrange childcare as needed, it is recommended that you contact these services at least one (1) month in advance.

Boston Best Babysitters
www.bostonsbestbabysitters.com
Contact Jennifer Cole, by text at 617-455-7171
 
All childcare providers are fully vaccinated and have worked with Boston Best Babysitters for at least three (3) years. Parents will receive a full profile of the provider(s) before booking.
 
Pricing ranges $115-130 for the first three hours ($25-30/hour thereafter), depending on the number of children, plus the cost of parking if applicable.

Care.com
www.care.com
 
The site allows you to sign up, free of charge, to become a member of care.com and set up a profile. You can post a sitter request with your specific needs and parameters. A Premium subscription, which costs $38.95 per month, allows members to contact caregivers directly to schedule interviews and to request/have access to results of all background checks.
 
Pricing begins at $15/hour and members can select a maximum hourly range.
 
UrbanSitter
www.urbansitter.com
 
The site or app allows you to sign up, free of charge, and post a sitter request with your specific needs and parameters. Caregiver profiles include bio, experience, special skills/certifications, and COVID-19 vaccination status.
 
Once you decide to move forward with a candidate and book an interview or service, you will be provided with membership options. You may pay for an "Access Pass," which is a one-time booking fee, or redeem code HBSREUNION1022 for 30% off your first UrbanSitter Membership valid through Oct 31, 2022. If you opt for the Monthly Membership, you can cancel any time and retain all benefits until the end of your first month.
 
Pricing ranges from $19-26/hour on average in the Boston area, depending on the number of children.

The Class Store
What is The Class Store?

The Class Store is an opportunity for all alumni commemorating a reunion year, whether in-person or not, to order a variety of items of their choice to celebrate this milestone. Each item has the HBS logo, and can be branded with your class/program.

How can I access The Class Store?

Please visit the following link to access The Class Store website:
https://almamater.hsa.net/collections/hbs-the-class-store

Are there different items available? How much do they cost?

Yes, a variety of items are available for purchase, and you can order as many as you like. Products range in price from $14.00 to $60.00 (shipping is not included).

When does The Class Store open and close?

The Class Store is now open and will close for orders on Friday, June 30, 2023.

When will my items arrive?

Most items will be shipped within 2-3 weeks after an order is placed.

Who should I contact if I have questions or concerns?

Please contact almamater@hsa.net with any questions or concerns regarding The Class Store and/or your order.

Who runs the store?

We have partnered with Harvard Student Agencies, who employ 200 undergraduate students annually, to deliver an intuitive and seamless shopping experience.

Please note that items are sold directly through The Harvard Shop at no profit to Harvard Business School.

Will there be a “class gift” for my reunion?

“Class Gifts” will now take the form of separately purchased items from “The Class Store.” It will provide alumni with a more inclusive experience and a broader selection of items – regardless of their reunion attendance status.

Will we receive a gift from the School at reunions?

Yes! Alumni who attend reunions will receive an “HBS for Life” branded reusable compact tote and an “HBS for Life” branded CamelBak water bottle.

Reunion Profile Book
Will there be a Reunion Profile Book?

Reunion Profile Books are a beloved tradition that mark a milestone occasion for sharing your career news and personal narrative with your classmates as part of your reunion celebration. Historically, this has been a hard-copy book that is created and distributed to reunion attendees upon arrival to campus.

With the onset of the pandemic in early 2020, as with many things, this was suspended. This unexpected pause provided an opportunity for the School to redesign the Reunion Profile Book – and, we have gone digital!

Please refer to your reunion event dates above for details and dates for submitting your update and viewing the Reunion Profile Book for your class.

What information will be shared in the Reunion Profile Book?

The Reunion Profile Book may include contact information, career news and a personal story of the past five years.

  • Name as preferred for display
  • Photo that may be different and is separate from the Alumni Directory picture
  • Degree, year, section/cohort
  • Home city, state, and country
  • Current primary employment (Title, Company)
  • Spouse’s full name
  • Children’s first name
  • Current and past board positions (Corporate Boards)
  • Current and past volunteer roles (Nonprofit Activities)
  • Military service
  • Narrative (this is separate from the About Me section)


Be sure to Preview your submission! Only what is displayed on that tab will be included in the Reunion Profile Book. If you’re not seeing information you want to share, go to the “Privacy” section in Edit Alumni Profile to adjust your preferences.

How do I make a submission to my Reunion Profile Book?
Reunion Profile Book submissions are part of the Edit Profile feature in the Alumni Directory. Alumni can make changes to their personal information as well as share a reunion narrative with classmates.



  1. Navigate to the HBS Alumni website: alumni.hbs.edu
  2. Log in with your HBS username and password (e.g. jharvard@mba1951.hbs.edu)
    1. Click on My Profile, from the MY HBS drop-down list
    2. Click the crimson EDIT/REVIEW REUNION PROFILE BOOK link
  3. From the list of options on the left-hand side, click on Reunion Profile Book
  4. Click on the pencil icon next to each field to make edits
  5. Check each tab to edit/review your Personal, Address, and Professional information
    1. Instructions will note the details that will appear in the Reunion Profile Book
    2. Changes will update your Alumni Directory Profile and privacy settings will be observed
    3. The Narrative will only be shared with your class and is typically a personal story. Whereas the About Me section is viewable to all alumni through the Alumni Directory and generally provides a professional overview.
  6. Upload a photo that will display in the Reunion Profile Book. It can be the same or different from the image in the Alumni Directory Profile:
    1. Have the desired photo file on the device with which you are making edits
    2. Click on the pencil icon
    3. Search for the location of the photo
    4. Click on the file name to select it
    5. Click Open to upload the picture
  7. Review the Preview tab to see the information that will be shared
    1. Details will be pre-populated from your Alumni Directory Profiles
    2. Three additional pieces of information are unique to the Reunion Book Profile: Name as preferred for display, Narrative, Reunion photo
    3. Only what is displayed in Preview will be included in the Reunion Profile Book. If you’re not seeing information you want to share, check your Privacy settings.


Have questions or need assistance? Send an email to: alumni@hbs.edu

How do I view my class Reunion Profile Book online?

The Reunion Profile Book for your class will be posted in a digital format on the alumni website shortly before your reunion. It will be available to be viewed online or downloaded for printing.

  1. Navigate to the HBS Alumni website: alumni.hbs.edu
  2. Log in with your HBS username and password (e.g. jharvard@mba1951.hbs.edu)
    1. Click on My Profile, from the MY HBS drop-down list
    2. Select Reunion Profile Book




  1. Class Foreword – Includes cover page indicating Class and Reunion. May also have letter from co-chairs, In Memoriam listing, and other writings as decided by the class
  2. View My Class – Displays reunion profiles for alumni in your class, with additional filters for Has Photo, Has Narrative, Section, and Location
  3. View My Section (X) – Displays reunion profiles for alumni in your section, with additional filters for Has Photo, Has Narrative, Section, and Location
  4. Flip Book View – Provides a pop-up window that includes reunion profiles based on any filter selections. Use the Prev and Next buttons to move between entries. To see an alumni’s professional narrative, hover over and click the red text of their name.
  5. Print View/List View – Toggles between a display of complete or short reunion profile narratives. Click Print to see a preview to print or save/download a pdf file. The date and time of when the view was created will appear in the upper-right corner on the first page.
  6. Submit Feedback – This new digital Reunion Profile Book was first launched in June 2021. So, your feedback is important to us! Please be certain to select Profile/Directory as the part of the website your feedback addresses.


Have questions or need assistance? Send an email to: alumni@hbs.edu

Why can’t my classmates see my Reunion Profile Book updates?

The information included in the Reunion Profile Book observes all individual privacy settings set on the Edit Profile page of the Alumni Directory. This means that you have the ability to display or suppress particular details as well as the "Show my profile in the Alumni Directory" setting which will hide all personal information except your name, class, and section.

So, be sure to Preview your submission! Only what is displayed on that tab will be included in the Reunion Profile Book. If you’re not seeing information you want to share, check your Privacy settings.

Reunion Giving
How can I make a reunion gift? What are the Reunion Gift Campaign deadlines?

There are many ways to make a gift to HBS in honor of your reunion. You can give online at give.hbs.edu or go to Ways to Give Today to learn about other options.

We encourage alumni to give annually, including during reunion years, to the HBS Fund, which plays an essential role in sustaining the School 's core activities and fueling new ideas and initiatives. Any gift you make during your class 's Reunion Gift Campaign will be credited automatically to that effort. And if you make a leadership gift to the HBS Fund (starting at $5,000; $1,000 for MBA graduates prior to their 10th Reunion), you will be recognized as a member of the HBS Fund Investors Society.

Health & Safety
Due to COVID-19, what are the health and safety requirements for reunion?

There may be health and safety requirements that could include proof of vaccination, face coverings, and/or capacity limits. To stay abreast of what the current requirements are, please refer to the following websites:

Keep HBS Healthy
  • Provides the most up-to-date information for visitors
  • Reflects Harvard University guidelines and HBS-specific protocols

What should I do if I test positive after attending reunion activities?

If you test positive after attending your reunion, we suggest informing your close contacts and following the CDC's recommended isolation protocols.

HBS is not performing contact tracing.

Climate Change & Sustainability
How is Harvard raising awareness about climate change and sustainability, and how is HBS engaging in this critical work?

As President Bacow wrote in his September 9th letter to the Harvard community: "Climate change is the most consequential threat facing humanity…We must act now as citizens, as scholars, and as an institution to address this crisis on as many fronts as we have at our disposal."

To that end, HBS continues to set and meet goals to reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions, waste, energy consumption, etc., toward a healthier and more inclusive and sustainable community. The School is also deeply committed to the Harvard Sustainability Plan and Climate Action Plan, which pledge to achieve a fossil fuel-free future.

What measures for waste and emissions reduction will be incorporated for Reunions?
  • Donate leftover food through Food for Free, an organization that will match our donations to groups in need.
  • Serve food on reusable china whenever possible. Utilize compostable to-go ware when china is not feasible.
  • Provide waste sorting stations that allow guests to divert their waste into the Compost, which is anaerobically digested, or Recycle Streams.
  • Select menu options with lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions in mind. HBS will include more plant-forward menu options to help reduce overall emissions and provide healthier food alternatives. Please note that finalized menus may be impacted by supply chain disruptions and product availability.
  • Water stations in high traffic break areas on the Schwartz Common will replace bottled water.
  • Eliminate check-in packets by providing on demand check-in and use app in lieu of program books to significantly reduce paper waste.
  • Gift guests a reusable tote.

More general information can be found in Harvard's Sustainable Event Guide and Healthful Food Standards.

Where can I learn more about the School’s commitment to sustainability?

More information can be found on the HBS Commitment to Sustainability webpage.



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