2020 Homecoming Events

Though Case Western Reserve University hopes to hold all events as planned, all programming is subject to change--especially to ensure the health and safety of our community. All university programs and events will follow local, state, and federal guidelines for gatherings. If an event needs to be rescheduled or adjusted, the university will notify you as soon as possible.

Thursday, October 8

An image of visual dancers with ribbons at the 2018 Blue Block Party

Blue Block Party

7-9PM
Toby's Plaza
11471 Euclid Avenue (Corner of Mayfield Road and Euclid Avenue)
Cost: Free

Join the campus community for an amazing and lively kick off to Homecoming and Reunion Weekend! This complimentary street festival highlights the innovative talents of our alumni and students, while boasting delicious and fresh local foods, unique entertainment and visual performances, and engaging games for your whole group. It is a remarkable way to get the weekend festivities started.

Wearing your creative blue attire suggested!


Friday, October 9

An image of the Color and Comfort Swedish Modern Exhibit

Tour the Gallery: Guided Tour of the Cleveland Museum of Art

10-11AM
Cleveland Museum of Art
11150 East Boulevard | Cleveland, OH

Cost: Free

Alumni and guests of the School of Dental Medicine are invited to take part in this guided walking tour of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Hosted by the Class of 1970.

Please be advised that we are unable to provide early admittance or waiting accommodations prior to the tour. Please arrive a few minutes before 10am because the doors do not open until 10am.


Homecoming Luncheon

University Luncheon

11:30AM-1:30PM
Tinkham Veale University Center
11038 Bellflower Road (on campus)
Cost: $30 Per Person; Free for Class of 1970/Earlier and One Guest [$35 Per Person after October 11th]

 

Enjoy a phenomenal lunch and join the entire Case Western Reserve University community for one of the most memorable gatherings on campus. The recipients of the University 2020 Alumni Association Awards, who will be receiving the Newton D. Baker Distinguished Service Award, will take place during the lunch.


An image of the Class of 1979 in 2014

Dental Reunion Class Dinners and Class Photos

For Class Years Ending in 0 and 5

6 – 9PM
InterContinental Cleveland
Reception - Six Continents Foyer
Dinner – Individual Rooms by Class Year
9801 Carnegie Avenue | Cleveland, OH

Cost: $65 Per Person

$25 for Classes of 2010 and 2015 and Guests; Complimentary for the Class of 2020 and $25 for Guests; Complimentary for the Class of 1970/Earlier and Guests.

Homecoming and Reunion Weekend is for all of our alumni and friends - but members of the classes ending in 0 and 5 are invited to a special celebration in honor of their anniversary from the School of Dental Medicine! Begin your evening at an all-class reception in the Six Continents Foyer of the InterContinental Cleveland, complete with cocktails and light appetizers. After the reception, head to your individual dinner locations in the hotel for a wonderful meal. You will take your commemorative class photo to memorialize this special occasion during dinner.

Enjoy a lovely evening of laughter, recalling old memories and creating new ones over dinner with members of your class. Opportunities for your entire class to get together come around only once every 5 years - this is YOUR YEAR!


Afterglow

An image of two alcoholic beverages on a table. The logo for Table 45 Bar is in the bottom left corner.

9 – 11PM

InterContinental Cleveland
Table 45 Lounge
9801 Carnegie Avenue
Cleveland, OH

Cash Bar

After your class dinner, you are invited to the Table 45 Lounge to continue the conversation and enjoy “on your own” cocktails in this lively environment with a trendy setting.


Saturday, October 10

Samson Pavilion

Successful Aging - Interprofessional Continuing Education Presentation

Health Sciences Breakfast and Samson Pavilion Tour

9-11AM
Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion
9501 Euclid Avenue | Cleveland, OH

Interdisciplinary Work on Successful Aging - One hour of continuing education credit available.

Breakfast: $10 Per Person; Free for the Class of 1970/Earlier and for G.O.L.D (Graduates Of the Last Decade)

Breakfast will be available prior to the presentation and a tour of the Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion on the Health Education Campus will be available after the presentation. Tours will highlight some of the educational innovations unique to CWRU.

This event is in collaboration with the School of Medicine and the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing.

Complimentary valet parking provided.


Lolly the Trolley

Lolly the Trolley Sightseeing Tour

9AM - 12PM

Pick Up:
InterContinental Cleveland
9801 Carnegie Avenue
9:30AM

Cost: $15 Per Person

More than 20 miles of facts and fun are covered during this tour of the city of Cleveland and the CWRU campus. Hosted by the Class of 1970.

Drop Off:
At the end of the tour, guests can choose to be dropped off at the Dental Clinic for a tour or to return to the InterContinental Cleveland.


A rendering of the new Dental Clinic

Tour the Dental Clinic

 

11:00AM – 1:30PM
School of Dental Medicine Clinic
9601 Chester Avenue | Cleveland, OH
Cost: Complimentary

Join us for an up-close look at the facility where the next generation of outstanding dental professionals will treat clinic patients and usher in a new wave of oral health. Faculty and staff members of the school, and a few of our amazing dental students and residents, will lead you through the dental clinic and be able to answer your questions about the new facility. Students from our DMD classes will also be on-site with a variety of cool items available for purchase. Guided tour times available every 15 minutes, with the last scheduled tour beginning at 1pm.


Dental Lunch

12-2:30PM
Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion
Room 149
9501 Euclid Avenue | Cleveland, OH
Cost: $15

You can choose to grab lunch on your own at an area restaurant of your choice, or pre-order a box lunch and pick it up at the Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion, Room 149. Take your lunch with you or have a seat and chat with classmates and friends to reminisce and create new memories.


An image of students at An Evening with the School of Dental Medicine

An Evening with the School of Dental Medicine 

6 – 11PM

Sheila and Eric Samson Pavilion
Cosgrove Courtyard
9501 Euclid Avenue | Cleveland, OH

Cost: $30 Per Person for Alumni, Faculty and Guests;

$10 Per Person for G.O.L.D (Graduates of the Last Decade) and Guests

Join the School of Dental Medicine community as we gather for a special evening of cocktails and conversation. The recipients of the 2020 School of Dental Medicine Alumni Association Awards will be recognized for their achievements.

The astounding evening will draw to a close with the bass-thumping sounds and heart-pumping dancing to one of our favorite local DJs!

Though Case Western Reserve University hopes to hold all events as planned, all programming is subject to change—especially to ensure the health and safety of our community. All university programs and events will follow local, state and federal guidelines for gatherings. If an event needs to be rescheduled or adjusted, the university will notify you as soon as possible.