Alumnae Weekend 2023
Reunion is about reconnecting.
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April 14-16, 2023
Save the date and register for Stephens Alumnae Weekend (Reunion) in Columbia, MO and gather with your alumnae friends and Stephens community! Registration is now open!
Register Here!
Current Registrants
Karen TIndel Wiggins '68
Joann Lyman '68
Donna Zimmer '68
David Zimmer
Amy Zimmer
M. Anne Murphy '78
Cecilia Hitzmann Lynch '83
Deidre DeJong Kroll '87
Teresa Smith '91
Jeneva Pace '93
Silissa Uriarte-Smith '98
Hannah Sette '13, '15
Alissa Taylor '19
Calla Marsh '20
Issa Buck '21
Precious Clark '21
Courtney Elliott '21
We have reserved room blocks at special rates at many Columbia hotels just for you.
| Hotel | Price per Night | Phone | Hotel Website | Group Code/Link | |
| Marriott Courtyard | $119 | (573) 443-8000 | www.marriott.com | ||
| Drury Plaza (East) | $109 | (800) 436-1175 | www.druryhotels.com |
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| Stoney Creek Hotels | $85 | (573) 442-6400 | www.StoneyCreekHotels.com | ||
| The Broadway (often fills early) | $159 | (573) 875-7000 | www.thebroadwaycolumbia.com | ||
| Hilton Garden Inn | $135 | (573) 814-5464 | http://www.hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/ | ||
| The Tiger Hotel | $159 | (573) 875-8888 | https://www.thetigerhotel.com/ | ||
| Holiday Inn East | $119 | (573) 303-0056 x140 | www.ihg.com | ||
| Hampton Inn & Suites (College & Stadium) | $119 | (573) 214-2222 | www.hilton.com |
Please note: MO-X, a local shuttle service from Columbia to nearby airports, no longer has a shuttle service to/from Kansas City International Airport (MCI). MO-X does have shuttle services to and from the St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).
Schedule
Thursday, April 13
Registration and Hospitality Room
9 a.m-5 p.m. | Oberdorfer Alumnae Welcome Center, Lela Raney Wood Hall, Room 317
Alumnae Back in Class
All Day | Various Locations
Open Time – Evening
Gather your friends for an evening at Logboat or catch a show at Ragtag!
Friday, April 14
Registration and Hospitality Room
8:30 a.m-5 p.m. | Oberdorfer Alumnae Welcome Center, Lela Raney Wood Hall, Room 317
Alumnae Back in Class
8-11:30 a.m. | Various Locations
Revisit your favorite subjects by sitting in on an open class. A list of courses will be available at Registration and online.
Campus Walking Tour
9-11:30 a.m. | Tours leave at 9:10 and 10:20 a.m.
Firestone Baars Chapel Open
10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Journey Plaza
The Chapel will be open for quiet reflection.
Crossing the Bridge Ceremony, Class of 2023
12:00 p.m.-12:15 p.m. | Traditions Day Event
Welcome the Class of 2023 as alumnae sisters during the Crossing the Bridge Ceremony. Line the bridge over College Avenue into Stamper Commons for the All-Campus Picnic!
Susie’s
Open 11-2 p.m. | Stamper Commons
All-Campus/Reunion Picnic Lunch
12:15-1:15 p.m. | Stamper Commons
By popular request, join the entire campus and mingle with students, faculty, staff, and senior leadership at an informal picnic lunch. A great opportunity to relax and visit!
Dr. Alan Havig Archives Open
1-3 p.m. | Hugh Stephens Library
Browse the archives at your leisure. Dedicated to the late Dr. Alan Havig, the collection is conveniently located in the lower level of the library.
Conferral of Alumnae Achievement Award and Service Award
2-2:45 p.m. | Firestone Baars Chapel
Celebrate the recipients of the Alumnae Service Award and Jean Clinton Roeschlaub ’44 Alumnae Achievement Award.
Honors Convocation
3-5 p.m. | Kimball Ballroom of Lela Raney Wood Hall
Celebrate the successes of our student and faculty award recipients!
Academic Reception
5-7 p.m. | Macy Lounge, Kimball Ballroom
Enjoy appetizers and visit with current and former faculty. Cash bar.
Open opportunity for a private gathering among classmates and friends
7 p.m. | Arranged privately, off campus
TBD
Enjoy our Conservatory for the Performing Arts student rehearsal for their next show, or evening on your own.
Saturday, April 15
Registration & Hospitality Room
8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. |
Stop by the Welcome Center to pick up your registration materials, relax and visit with classmates. There will be drinks and snacks for you throughout your stay.
Breakfast Buffet and President’s State of the College Address
9-11 a.m. | Kimball Ballroom, LRW
Enjoy breakfast and an update on the current state of the College from President Dianne Lynch.
Lunch on your own - Downtown
Susie’s
Open 11-2p.m. | Stamper Commons
Dr. Alan Havig Archives Open
1-3 p.m. | Hugh Stephens Library
Browse the archives at your leisure. Dedicated to the late Dr. Alan Havig, the collection is conveniently located in the lower level of the library.
Equestrian Open House and Program
1-2 p.m. |
Join us at the main barn in the stables. This is an opportunity to see the exciting happenings in the Equestrian Program.
Traditional Tea
2:45-3:45 p.m. | Senior Hall
Fashion Event
4 p.m. | Windsor Auditorium
Come see the 78th anniversary of the always-popular student-led Fashion Show.
All-Classes Happy Hour and Buffet Dinner
5:30-7:15 p.m. | Senior Hall
Join an all-alumnae reception and buffet! Cash bar.
Open opportunity for a private gathering among classmates and friends
7 p.m. | Arranged privately, off campus
TBD
Enjoy our Conservatory for the Performing Arts student rehearsal for their next show, or evening on your own.
Sunday, April 16
Continental Breakfast
8 a.m.-11 p.m. |
Enjoy a light continental breakfast and good conversation, look at yearbooks, relax and plan your next get-together with Stephens friends.
Current Registrants
The full list of Registrants will be published here!
Reunion 2023 Class Volunteers
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| Doris Painter Littrell '58 | Columbia, MO | |
| Donna Ensign Marshall '58 | New York, NY | |
| Carolyn Jacob Crawford '63 | Springfield, MO | |
| Allen Hull Hermann '63 | Portland, OR | |
| Karen Tindel Wiggins '68 | Richardson, TX | |
| Judi Strain Vanet '73 | Overland Park, KS | |
| Anita Parran '73 | Kansas City, MO | |
| Dr. Sharran Parkinson '78 | Lubbock, TX | |
| M. Anne Murphy '78 | Houston, TX | |
| Cecilia Hitzmann Lynch '83 | Lakeway, TX | |
| Juliette Klang Benkendorf '83 | St. Charles, MO | |
| Holly Cooper Olson '93 | Carmichael, CA | |
| Silissa Uriarte-Smith '98 | Long Beach, CA | |
| Callie Pigg Antonelli '98 | Edmond, OK | |
| Aimee Davenport '98 | Columbia, MO | |
| Beth Pembrey '03 | Columbia, IL | |
| Jennifer Flaks '03 | Scottsdale, AZ | |
| Mandy Trainer '03 | Derby, KS | |
| Sarah Gaston Carroll '03 | Columbia, MO | |
| Maddie Marshall Jeffrey '08 |
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Palm Beach Gardens, FL |
| Samantha Mazzara Wootton '08 | Santa Rosa, CA | |
| Lindsey Weber '08 |
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St. Louis, MO |
A message from the College
We are excited to see you in April! Reunion is such a special time to reconnect with friends. Feel free to contact me at [email protected] or (573) 876-7110.
—Lori Ewing, Assistant Director of Engagement