Alumni Weekend 2027

One of the traditions of Alumni Week is for each reuniting class to contribute back to Kenan-Flagler through a comprehensive class campaign. The hope is to inspire high levels of class participation and secure leadership contributions in support of UNC Kenan-Flagler.

This year, we will be celebrating classes ‘2 and ‘7!

Contribute to UNC Kenan-Flagler today to kickoff the milestone reunion celebration.

The class that raises the most funds will win access to a special, exclusive UNC Kenan-Flagler event.

Each reunion cohort will host a class reunion reception at various locations across Chapel Hill. Stay tuned for more information about reunion receptions.

We are always looking for alumni who are willing to host a gathering with their fellow classmates in reunion! No prior experience necessary: Our UNC Kenan-Flagler team will take care of the logistics and technology to bring you together. All we’re asking is for you to extend the invitation and hold the space.

If you are interested in volunteering in support of your class, or if you have other ideas and thoughts to share with us, email Jessa Nelson (jessa_nelson@kenan-flagler.unc.edu) to learn about next steps.

Responsibilities:

• Encourage fellow alumni to register and attend Alumni Weekend.
• Lead by example by registering for reunion early and supporting your class campaign.
• Lend your name to class-related solicitations and communications.
• Facilitate updates of your classmates’ contact information and collection of class photos and items for your time capsule.
• Recognize and thank your classmates for their contributions of time, energy, and money.
• Celebrate the inspiring accomplishments of alumni, faculty, and students, and invite your network to foster an active connection within the UNC Kenan-Flagler community.
• Most importantly, have fun reconnecting and remembering all of your incredible times as a Tar Heel!

Our goal is to keep registration costs affordable while providing a world-class experience during your two days in Chapel Hill.

Tier 2 pricing (February 15 – April 1):

Full Weekend (alumni): $180
Friday Only: $90
Saturday Only: $120
Saturday Lunch Only: $30

Register early to secure your spot before final pricing takes effect!

If something changes in your ability to attend Alumni Weekend, please contact us immediately at alumniweekend@kenan-flagler.unc.edu. This also includes changes with your guest(s). The final date to request a refund is Monday, March 30. After this date, we will be unable to issue registration refunds due to contractual obligations with our caterers.

All UNC Kenan-Flagler alumni (and their guests) can join in for Alumni Weekend festivities annually. We encourage alums who are in milestone reunion years (this includes those one year out from graduation, then five, 10, 15, etc.) to prioritize attending as we host reunions for those classes with strong attendance participation. Alumni from all UNC Kenan-Flagler programs, whether in-person, online, full-time, part-time, graduate or undergraduate, are celebrated during Alumni Weekend.

Partners are welcome to join any and all program options available during the weekend. From continuing education to networking opportunities to social activities, we invite partners to join in on the learning, fun and connections.

Given the nature of this event and limited space, we encourage alumni to consider finding alternate childcare.

No, we will not have transportation.

Yes! We will have a hospitality station for your use in the main lobby of the McColl Building, next to registration. You are welcome to bring in specific food/non-alcoholic beverages. Café McColl will also be open on Friday during its usual hours of 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

When you register for Alumni Weekend, you will be asked if you and your guest(s) have dietary considerations. We will do our best to accommodate throughout the weekend, working in partnership with our caterers to reduce cross-contamination and provide delicious fare for all in attendance.

We encourage attendees to adopt a business casual mindset for their wardrobe choices. It can get cooler indoors, but will likely be warm outdoors, so plan your layers accordingly.

Class campaigns offer an impactful and meaningful way for our reuniting classes to support UNC Kenan-Flagler students, our faculty and staff, and the multitude of initiatives and programs offered. All reuniting classes have a goal (you can see yours here) based on various information, including previous giving history.

Annual giving is a critical revenue source for UNC Kenan-Flagler. While tuition, state funding, and fees from services such as Executive Development help the School meet its budgetary priorities, philanthropy remains a vital component of ensuring UNC Kenan-Flagler is able to provide the rigorous academic and life-changing experiential experiences you, as alums, know best.

All gifts made between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, will count toward your class campaign totals. Winning classes will get to take part in some special, commemorative activities (not to mention be immortalized outside of the McColl Building on our Alumni Weekend championship bricks).

Jada Hunter, Special Events Coordinator

jada_hunter@kenan-flagler.unc.edu

alumniweekend@kenan-flagler.unc.edu

360 Kenan Center Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599