Kenyon College

Class of 1981 45th Reunion Information

Below, you can browse reunion basics and a list of reunion committee members.

Watch for updates on planned class-specific activities and more as plans develop! And don't forget to check out Kenyon's website for an ongoing list of alumni events.

Reunion Weekend: May 22-24, 2026
Reunion Weekend 2026 will take place May 22-24, celebrating classes ending in 1 and 6, Chasers and Stairwells. All Kenyon alumni, friends and family are welcome to register and attend!
Registration will open online in February followed by information about the general weekend schedule. Be sure the College has your current contact information and watch your inbox for updates from your reunion committee!

For Now - Save The Date!
Read about Reunion Weekend 2025

Your 45th Reunion Committee


Behind every reunion is a group of volunteers working together to make it a success.

• Lori Dhiraprasiddhi
• Liz Dickinson
• Doug Gertner
• Clarence (Bud) Grebey
• Cathy Hazlett
• Patty Lynn
• Susan Oakes
• The Rev Mark K J Robinson
• David Rose
• Lisa Sanders

Our Class Goals
To celebrate our 45th reunion we encourage you to consider joining us in achieving the following goals as we reflect on all the ways that our Kenyon experience shaped us and we continue building our class legacy by supporting the next generation of Kenyon students:
  • Reach 40% participation in giving to Kenyon
  • Combine to give $175,000 to Kenyon annual funds
  • Have record attendance Reunion Weekend!
  • Win all the awards!

Ways to give.
Make your gift today!

Reunion Activities for the Class of 1981
Class Highlights for Reunion Weekend:
Parade of Classes - This will be the kickoff event on Friday as we proudly walk along Middle Path together, leading to a party under tents!

Hospitality Tents - The Parade of Classes will lead into the all-reunion picnic, where we can enjoy dinner, drinks, entertainment, yummy treats, all while basking in the comfort and familiarity of friendships atop our favorite Hill!

Class Party - This will be a gathering for just our class Friday evening - stay tuned for details!

All Class Soiree - This is an upscale dinner with an open bar and DJ hosted at the Lowry Center that you won’t want to miss - add it to your registration! We will be seated together as a class.

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Watch for our Class of 1981 fall class letter in full, including class notes.

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To update your contact information with the College, please send an email with your new information to updateinfo@kenyon.edu.

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Ways to give. 

Contact a committee member or Chris Cook at cook5@kenyon.edu with questions.
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