2025 Antioch College Reunion
July 24-27

“Antioch and the Arts”

Antiochians of all generations, it’s time to return home! The 2025 Antioch College Reunion is happening July 24-27 and we can’t wait to welcome you back to campus.

We’re especially excited to honor the Class of 1975 as they celebrate their 50th anniversary, and the Class of 1965 as they celebrate their 60th anniversary. Whether you’re celebrating your 5th (2020), 10th (2015), 20th (2005), 25th (2000), 30th (1995), 35th (1990), 40th (1985), 45th (1980), or 65th (1960), this Reunion is the perfect time to reconnect classmates and connect with new friends. Organize your cohort and make plans to join us for this special weekend. As always, alumni from all classes are welcome to attend! 

Expect four days of dynamic presentations, meaningful conversations, and interactive events designed to engage alums from every era. But let’s not forget the most cherished part of this event — the chance to reunite with old friends and share memories that span decades. Reach out to your classmates and encourage them to join you in Yellow Springs for an experience you won’t forget.

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus and celebrating the power of the Antiochian connection. Alumni are key to Antioch’s future, and what better way to engage with your community than by attending this memorable Reunion with your friends and classmates. See you in July!

Schedule

Reunion programming marked with * will be live-streamed on YouTube.

Thursday, July 24

2:30-4:30 pm – Puppet Workshop

Join Lynda White ’88 and Jeff Wood ’88 for an afternoon of puppet making. Hear about the intersection of puppetry and activism as you work on your own creation. Once the puppets are complete, the group may choose to have a pop-up puppet show or parade!

5:00-6:30 pm – Opening Reception and Alumni Art Show

Reunion officially kicks off in the Herndon Gallery with refreshments and mingling. The reception will feature the 3rd Annual Alumni Art Show. Curators Michael Casselli ’87, Judith Church ’75, and Noreen Dean Dresser ’77 are assembling a showcase for Antiochian artists of all generations, in multiple mediums, representing both emerging and well-known artists. The call for submissions is open until April 30; more info below.

7:00-8:30 pm – Welcome Dinner: Honoring Antioch Academics

Our first dinner together is an opportunity to celebrate academics at Antioch. Reunion attendees will have the opportunity to meet and talk with current faculty and swap memories of their favorite professors. This year we’ll be honoring Julia Reichert and John Ronsheim.

9:00-11:00 pm – Bonfire

Wrap up day one by the fire and share stories of your time at Antioch over s’mores. You know someone is going to show up with an acoustic guitar.

Friday, July 25

7:00-9:00 am – Breakfast

Rise and shine with breakfast in the cafeteria in North Hall.

9:00-10:00 am – Glen Helen Photo Tour

Longtime Faculty Peter Townsend will present his popular photographic tour of the Glen and share his extensive knowledge of the history and nature of this magnificent preserve.

10:00-11:00 am – The Art of Architecture at Antioch*

Program 1: A panel of experts will discuss Campus buildings of particular architectural interest including the Art Building, Birch Hall, and Antioch Hall, aka Main Building. Panelists will speak on the history of how the buildings were designed and built and the process of adding structures to the National Register. There will also be a discussion of the issues involved in preserving these buildings and other structures like the Amphitheater. After the panel discussion, there will be time for Q&A and a campus walking tour highlighting the buildings.

11:00-12:00 am – Antioch History Tour

Each Reunion Archivist Scott Sanders leads a popular walking tour of Campus. There is no person on Earth who is more knowledgeable about Antioch than Scott. Take advantage of this opportunity to hear from Antioch’s most important historian as he shares amazing stories, fascinating facts, and titillating tidbits about our alma mater.

11:30 am-1:30 pm – Lunch and Affinity Groups

Lunch in the North Cafeteria, with opportunities to meet with various Affinity Groups, such as Sciences, Theater, Environmentalism, and more.

1:45-2:45 pm – Interdisciplinary Arts & Antioch*

Program 2: Antioch has a rich history in the arts. Join this session to learn about what the creative arts look like at Antioch today. You’ll hear from arts faculty and learn about the program offerings, as well as their own journey in arts and education. There will be time for Q&A and conversations with the faculty.

3:00-4:00 pm – Alumni Award Plenary*

4:15-5:15 pm – The Gits with Steve Moriarty*

Program 3: The Gits were a punk band formed on Campus in the mid-80’s by four students. While the band’s career was cut short, their legacy in the Seattle Grunge scene and beyond remains strong. Recently drummer Steve Moriarty ’89 released a book about the band, Mia Zapata and The Gits: A Story of Art, Rock, and Revolution. In this session, hosted by Jessica Lawless ’89, Steve will read from the book and take questions from the audience.

5:30-6:30 pm – Decades Reception & Photos

Reunite with your contemporaries and reminisce about your “golden era” at Antioch. We will take group photos of each decade of alumni!

7:00-8:30 pm – BBQ Dinner and Horace Mann Award Presentation

Friday’s dinner will take place at Antioch’s Microfarm! This annual barbecue celebration will feature food grown on the Farm while our Chefs grill onsite. This is as “farm to table” as things get! We will also hear from Susan Barkan ’78 as she accepts the Horace Mann Award. The Award recognizes alumni who have answered the call to action of our Founder and “won some victory for humanity.”

9:00-11:00 pm – Cabaret Horace

M.C. Beth Richards ’06 hosts this entertaining open mic talent show on the stage of the Foundry Theater! Want to bring your own talent to the stage? Information on signing up is below.

Saturday, July 26

7:00-9:00 am – Breakfast

Rise and shine with breakfast in the cafeteria in North Hall.

9:00-10:00 am – Student Recruitment Strategy*

Program 4: Who are the current students enrolling at Antioch? What attracted them to the school? How is the college connecting with prospective students and how can alumni assist in the effort? Join this discussion on Antioch Admissions and how to reach the next generation of Antiochians. There will be time for Q&A and discussion.

10:30-11:30 am – Alumni Award Plenary*

11:30 am-1:00 pm – Lunch and Chapter Organizers

Lunch in the North Cafeteria, with opportunities to meet with alumni from various chapters such as NYC, Bay Area, Phoenix, and more.

1:00-2:00 pm – Alumni Association Meeting and College Address by President Jane Fernandes*

The Antioch College Alumni Association will call to order a brief meeting, followed by a speech from President Fernandes. The President will touch on the current state of the College and plans for the future.

2:15-2:45 pm – Reunion Photo on the Steps

Each year we gather on the Steps of Main Building for a group photo. Don’t miss this important moment of commemoration!

3:00-4:00 pm – Message-Centered Art*

Program 5: Alumni artists whose work focuses on social, political and/or personal issues will discuss how they came to create their body of work, the challenges they have faced, and the impact of their work on their lives and the lives of others. This promises to be a particularly timely panel in the current political climate. There will be time for Q&A and conversations with the artists.

4:15-5:45 pm – The Pitch Show*

The Pitch Show is an interactive game show, a wacky alternative to the traditional pitch contest.The Show’s mission is to give newly formed progressive businesses a forum where their ideas matter, to help them find their voice, and get resources to make it happen. Welcome to the Antioch Edition, featuring our very own alumni and hosted by Alan Siege ’78! More details on how to apply below.

7:00-8:30 pm – Celebration Dinner and Fundraiser

The Saturday night dinner is an evening of excitement looking forward to Antioch’s future. The Fund-A-Need event fundraiser allows alumni to chose which projects they would like to contribute to. Last year we fully funded six projects through the generosity of our alumni at this event.

9:00 pm-12:00 am – Div Dance

The dance you know and love! Let’s shimmy and shake the night away to music from the 1960’s through the hits of today. This event is when we revel in our shared experience before the “division” that follows when we leave Campus. Before we say goodbye in the morning, we celebrate late into the night!

Sunday, July 27

9:00-11:00 am – Farewell Brunch

Bid farewell to old friends and new acquaintances as the weekend concludes. Exchange information to keep in touch!

11:30-1:00 pm – Time for Remembrance*

Deane Oliva ’67 leads this annual Quaker-like memorial that provides space to speak of alumni who have departed.

1:15-2:00 pm – Tour of Main Building

Architect Earl Reeder has been a driving force in the renovation and preservation of Antioch Hall a.k.a Main Building. Join Earl as he walks you through the hallowed halls of this 1852 castle that combines Romanesque, Greek Revival, and Gothic architectural styles and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Event Info

Alumni Award Winners

Each year the Alumni Association honors Antiochians with awards celebrating their achievements and contributions. The 2025 awardees are: Susan Barkan ’78, Horace Mann Award; Dr. P. Qasimah Boston ’90, Walter Anderson Award; Cyndie Bellen Berthezene ’77, Arthur Morgan Award; Barrie Grenell ’66 and Paula Treichler ’65, JD Dawson Award; Victor Nunez ’68, Rebecca Rice Award; and Caitlin Breedlove ’02, Eleanor Holmes Norton ’60 Award. Visit the Alumni Association website to learn more about the awards and recipients (coming soon!).

Antioch and the Arts

If you are a visual artist, musician, performer, or create art in any media, join us for 2025 Reunion and share your creative energy with your fellow Antiochians! We are planning a number of activities in which alumni can be active participants in this year, including: showing artwork at the Alumni Art Show in the Herndon Gallery, a hands-on puppet and mask workshop and performance/parade, a book signing and musical tribute to the Gits, opportunities for impromptu music making and of course, Cabaret Horace!

Call for Pitch Show Contestants
Want to have some fun sharing your business story? Want a chance to pitch your idea and get feedback from fellow Antiochians? How about the opportunity to win money for your business? Host Alan Siege ’78 is looking for four Antiochians–current students or alumni–who want to be a contestant at The Antioch Edition of The Pitch Show at Reunion. The Pitch Show is an interactive game show, a wacky alternative to the traditional pitch contest. Usually performed at comedy clubs and music venues, four contestants pitch their business idea for a chance to win money to advance their business.

Contestants in The Pitch Show will not likely appear on Shark Tank; they are not looking for an investor who just wants to make money for themselves. You will, however, hear from four remarkable people who are also your fellow alums. Of course these startups want to make money; they want customers to buy their goods and services. What makes these projects distinct is that their definition of success means giving back to their communities. The Pitch Show’s mission is to give newly formed progressive businesses a forum where their ideas matter, to help them find their voice, and get resources to make it happen. All in front of an audience of peers–not celebrity entrepreneurs–who vote on the winner. More details can be found in this Pitch Contest info sheet. For questions or to apply, contact host Alan Siege at 718-812-5672.

Call for Visual Artists
We encourage Antioch artists to submit work for the Third Annual Alumni Art Show at the Herndon Gallery. Works should be no larger than 36” in any dimension and weigh no more than 20 pounds. View the Prospectus for more information. If you are interested in submitting, please use this submission form with up to 3 work samples in .jpeg format. For questions, contact Associate Professor of Sculpture and Installation Michael Casselli at 937-319-0116.

Call for Cabaret Horace Performers
Our alumni are a talented bunch. It’s time to show off! Cabaret Horace is a wildly entertaining talent show open mic night. Whether you sing, dance, do magic, read your writing, perform stand-up, tell stories, spin plates, or eat fire, you’re welcome to sign up. Host Beth Richards ‘05 is seeking performances of 5 minutes or less with minimal set up. Strut your stuff, share your art, and have a night of fun with your friends and peers. Contact Beth Richards with questions. The call will remain open until the spots are filled so sign-up to reserve your spot in the spotlight.

Stay tuned for additional information on these and other exciting events at the Antioch and the Arts 2025 Reunion!

Volunteer Work Project

The summer 2025 Volunteer Work Project (VWP) for alumni will start Sunday, July 20th with a reception. Work starts Monday morning and will cover a variety of physical and administrative tasks (e.g. painting, carpentry, vehicle maintenance, event preparation, mailings, etc.). Meals during the week will be provided for you by a team of volunteer chefs. Your housing will be provided to you for free during the work week in Case Commons.  If you attend Reunion, you may continue to stay in your room for free.

You’ll need to register for Reunion and RSVP for Volunteer Work Project separately. Since you’ll already have housing for the weekend, when you register for Reunion you do not need to add housing.

RSVP for July Volunteer Work Project now!

For questions about Volunteer Work Project, contact David Vincent at 510-375-7396.

Housing

There are two types of housing available for Reunion:

• On Campus, Dorm Rooms
• Area Hotels, B&Bs, and Airbnbs

Campus Dorm Rooms:

We have a number of on-campus dorm rooms available for guests in the dorms. To stay on campus, each adult attendee will need to select from the “Registration + Housing” options. Each “Registration + Housing” includes one bed. If you register with your spouse or a guest, you’ll be housed in the same room unless otherwise specified.

Linens and towel provided.

To share a room with someone who is registering separately or for other housing requests (sharing a hall with classmates, adding children, etc.), email the Alumni Relations office.

Area Accommodations:

Yellow Springs
Mills Park Hotel
The Springs Motel

Springfield
Hampton Inn Springfield
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Baymont by Wyndham Springfield
Quality Inn
Days Inn & Suites
Motel 6
Red Roof Inn

Cedarville
Hearthstone Inn

Xenia
Hampton Inn & Suites

In addition, Yellow Springs features quite a few B&Bs, Airbnb and Vrbo listings. Please reserve ahead of time; Yellow Springs is still the popular tourist destination it always has been.

Additional Details

Alumni from the Classes of 2015-2025 are able to register for FREE!

You may purchase dorm housing with Program Pass or New Alumni Registration for an additional $150.

If you’d like to help with Reunion staffing in exchange for a free Program Pass and/or housing, please contact the Director of Alumni Relations and Communications, Shannon McCarville.

Registrants will receive the contact information for airport transportation in their registration confirmation email and email reminders in advance of the event.

Didn’t graduate? No problem! If you attended Antioch for at least two semesters you are considered Alumni.

Want more information?
Volunteer Work Project: David Vincent, 510-375-7396
The Pitch Show: Alan Siege, 718-812-5672
Alumni Art Show: Michael Casselli, 937-319-0116
Cabaret Horace: Beth Richards

Registration

 Choose one of the below options:

1. General Registration includes programming/events, meals, and drinks. Select which days you plan to attend. This is the standard registration that include meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as noted above), happy hours, and six drink tickets.

2. Registration + Housing includes programming/events, meals, and drinks. Select which days you plan to attend. This is the standard registration that include meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as noted above), happy hours, and six drink tickets PLUS dorm housing for one person.

3. New Alumni ’15-25 is for alumni from the classes of 2015-2025. Your registration is FREE! You may add campus housing, if desired (or volunteer in exchange for dorm housing).

4. Program Pass includes programming and events ONLY. Meals and drinks are not included with this pass. You may add campus housing, if desired (or volunteer in exchange for dorm housing). Think of this registration as a partial registration. It’s the budget-friendly option, so you’ll have to do meals and drinks on your own. You will be able to buy drink tickets at the event.

If you’d like to help with Reunion staffing in exchange for a free Program Pass and/or housing, please contact Shannon McCarville, Director of Alumni Relations and Communications.

Who’s Coming?

This list will be updated weekly. Stay tuned!