40th Reunion

Class of ’85 Events

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Class of ’85 Palo Alto Art Walk
7:00–9:30 p.m.
Get ready for a memorable evening in downtown Palo Alto exploring the vibrant Code: ART 2025 Festival, featuring interactive light, sound, and motion installations. After enjoying dinner on your own, reconnect with classmates for an informal art walk through the city’s transformed public spaces. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to celebrate art, technology, and cherished memories together!

Friday, October 17, 2025

40th Reunion Class Lunch
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
After an action-packed morning, it’s time to pull up a chair and relax. Join your classmates and share a meal together while catching up after years away. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch and keep the conversation flowing!

40th Reunion Class Panel
1:15–2:45 p.m.
Making Meaning: The Miraculous and the Mundane: What does it mean to lead a meaningful life? What happens when we re-examine our beliefs and assumptions in the face of change, whether that change is welcome or uninvited? Join us and hear how fellow classmates have found meaning while navigating unexpected bumps, pivotal moments, and triumphs large and small.

40th Reunion Class Party
7:00–11:00 p.m. at Stanford Faculty Club
Reconnect with classmates and celebrate being together once again! Enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, an open bar, and plenty of spaces to comfortably converse and reminisce. With music from the 80s and a relaxed atmosphere, it’s the perfect opportunity to share stories, laugh, and create new memories together. Don’t miss this special night of celebration and connection!

Saturday, October 18, 2025

Class of ’85: Dish Hike
8:15–10:45 a.m.
Join us for a refreshing morning hike on Saturday as we reconnect with old friends and make new ones at the Stanford Class of ’85 Reunion! Gather at the Tresidder parking lot by 8:15 a.m. (credit card friendly) and we’ll hit the trail at 8:30 a.m. Our adventure will take us along the scenic Stanford Dish Loop Trail, a moderate 3.7-mile trek that offers breathtaking views of the campus and surrounding Bay Area. The hike will last approximately 2–2.5 hours and includes some walking from the parking lot to the trailhead near Lake Lag. Don’t miss this opportunity to reminisce and explore the beauty of our alma mater with fellow classmates—family and friends are welcome, but please leave your furry companions at home. The hike will be expertly led by fellow classmate Jim Leney, ’85. See you on the trail! More information at: https://groups.stanford.edu/networks/events/134226

Homecoming Hangout
Noon—3:30 p.m.
Welcome to the Homecoming Hangout, a new addition to the Reunion Homecoming experience designed for all. This informal gathering space in Koret Plaza invites all Stanford alumni—whether you’re celebrating your undergraduate reunion or returning as a graduate alum—and their families to reconnect with the Farm in a relaxed atmosphere.

Open for 3-½ hours on game day, the Homecoming Hangout offers the perfect spot to unwind between scheduled events or to soak in the pre-game excitement. No tickets or reservations required—just drop by and make yourself at home.

40th Reunion Class Tailgate
4:00–6:30 p.m.
Enjoy all-you-can-eat tailgate fare, fun, and festivities with your classmates. Find that special group of friends you most want to see from your days on the Farm and get ready to cheer on the Cardinal. It’s All Right Now!

Class of ’85 Storytelling Soiree
7:00–9:30 p.m.
Join the Stanford Class of ’85 for an unforgettable storytelling evening! Emulating the Moth Radio Hour, classmates will share 10-minute stories on the theme "A Work in Progress.” This event promises to be entertaining and thought-provoking. You won’t want to miss it!