Lake Erie College Alumni Weekend| Event

September 26, 2025 2:00 PM - September 28, 2025 2:00 AM

2025 Alumni Weekend is September 26 and 27 at Lake Erie College. We are excited to welcome you back to your alma mater for a weekend full of fun with offerings for everyone! Check out the full schedule and register below.

Thursday, September 25, 2025

4:00-5:00 p.m. Women's Suffrage Sign unveiling: in the Louise Price Social Parlor. Register here!
6:00-7:00 p.m. George Minger ’23 talk: in the Dickinson Auditorium. You do not need to register to join us for this presentation.

Friday, September 26, 2025

Bookstore Hours: 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Dining Hall Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m., Lunch: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Dinner: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | Alumni Weekend registration will be open from 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on the Holden Stage | In Process Art Exhibit: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m, B.K. Smith Gallery in Royce Hall

9:00–10:00 a.m. Fundamentals Course: Alumni have the opportunity to shadow a class within the business major. Taught by Professor Peter Apicella, this class will allow you to see the current business curriculum offered at Lake Erie College. This class will be held in Holden 314. (This building is equipped with an elevator if needed.)
9:30 a.m. Campus Tour: Take a tour of Lake Erie College’s campus with an Admissions tour guide, meet in the College Hall lobby.
10:00–11:15 a.m. Jewelry Making Class: Join Madi Meyer of Made by Maude for a charm bracelet and necklace-making class to take home a fun new accessory from your alma mater. This class will take place in the Learning Commons. The cost is $15 and includes all materials needed.
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Methods and Materials of Teaching Riding Lab: Alumni have the opportunity to shadow a class within the STREAMS major. Taught by Professor Mary Pardee, this class offers a look into the current equestrian curriculum at Lake Erie College. This class will be held in the arena at the Equestrian Center.
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. All-Alumni Lunch: Enjoy the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet in the back room of the Holden Center Dining Hall. Be sure to tell the AVI staff you’re there for Alumni Weekend, and they will direct you. The cost is $15.
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. George Minger ’23 Table: Stop by the table George Minger ’23 has set up with a demo and giveaways in the Holden Center lobby.
1:00–3:30 p.m. Shuttle Tour to Tower Apartments: Hop on the shuttle to tour our newest student housing in Painesville Square. The shuttle will pick up alumni outside of Holden in half-hour intervals. Please register for your preferred time.
1:00–2:30 p.m. Sip and Paint with President Schuller: Take a step-by-step painting class with President Schuller. With a background in art, our president will help you create a masterpiece while having fun! This will take place in the Jay Dodd Pavilion (Weather permitting; will move to the Learning Commons if needed.) The cost is $20, which includes all painting supplies, light refreshments, and—of course—beer, wine, and seltzers to sip!
1:00–2:00 p.m. Cell and Molecular Biology Class: Alumni have the opportunity to shadow a class within the STREAMS major. Taught by Dr. Deb Schulman, this class showcases the current science curriculum at Lake Erie College. This class will be held in Austin 307. (This building is equipped with an elevator if needed.)
2:30–3:45 p.m. Equestrian Center Tour: Take a tour of the Equestrian Center with staff. Meet in the Equestrian Center lobby.
3:00–3:50 p.m. STEAM Methods Class: Alumni have the opportunity to shadow a class within the education major. Taught by Professors Grace Summanen and Emily Hoopes-Boyd, this class highlights the current education curriculum at Lake Erie College. It will be held in the Makerspace, located on the first floor of the Garfield Center.
4:00 p.m. Alumni Choir Rehearsal: Take a singing lesson with Dan Call ’81 while learning two Lake Erie College classics: Dona Nobis Pacem and The Ash Grove (our alma mater). Rehearsal will take place in Morley Music Hall. A performance will take place at the All-Alumni Cocktail Party later that evening. Whether you were in the Lake Erie College choir or have never sung before, this will be fun for everyone!
4:00–5:30 p.m. Lake Erie College Jeopardy: Join us for Lake Erie College Jeopardy in the Learning Commons. The cost is $5 and includes light snacks and drinks. Put your knowledge of all things Lake Erie College to the test!
4:30-5:30 p.m. Fulbright Scholar Talk with Tehmina Sheharyar: Join Postdoctoral Scholar, Tehima Sheharyar and learn about her work at the Spencer Vision Research Center, department of ophthalmology at Stanford University. Tehima is focusing on AI-driven analysis of various retinal disorders. Her research aims to leverage state-of-the-art machine learning and deep learning techniques to enhance the diagnosis, localization, and characterization of retinal pathologies from multi-modal ophthalmic imaging. Tehima will be giving a talk in the Dickinson Auditorium.
6:00 p.m. All-Alumni Cocktail Party: Located at the Victor Manor House. The evening includes heavy appetizers, cocktails, and plenty of reminiscing with fellow alumni and friends! Distinguished Alumni Awards, selected by the National Alumni Board, will be presented at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $25 and includes food, drinks, entertainment, and valet service.

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Bookstore Hours: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Dining Hall Brunch: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Dinner: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Alumni Weekend registration will be open from 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on the Holden Stage | In Process Art Exhibit: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m, B.K. Smith Gallery in Royce Hall

9:30–11:00 a.m. Pastries with President Schuller: Start your morning with President Schuller and our deans as they share updates from each school. Happening in the Learning Commons and includes time for Q&A. The cost is $10 and includes a light breakfast.
11:30 a.m. Campus Tour: Take a tour of Lake Erie College’s campus with an Admissions tour guide, meet in the College Hall lobby.
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Makerspace Presentation and Demo: Dean of Education Dr. Greg Rothwell will give a tour and demonstration of the College’s 3D printers in the Makerspace, located on the first floor of the Garfield Center. The cost is $10 and includes materials for you to take home a 3D-printed trinket.
12:00–2:30 p.m. All-Reunion Lunch: Calling all reunion years! Whether you’re celebrating 5 years or 50, join us for a reunion lunch at the Victor Manor House. The event will include a ceremony for the Golden Anniversary class (celebrating their 50th reunion) and keepsakes for all. The cost is $15. Reunion photos can be sent to alumni@lec.edu to be featured in the slideshow.
12:00 p.m. Women's Soccer Game: Watch the Lake Erie College Storm take on the Walsh Cavaliers at the Athletic Turf Field on campus. There is no cost to attend, we encourage you to bring chairs and blankets!
12:00-5:00 p.m. In Process Art Exhibit Event: Click here for more info
3:00 p.m. Steinway Showcase & Organ Concert with Joe Augustine and Todd Wilson: Enjoy the musical stylings of our artists-in-residence, pianist Joe Augustine and organist Todd Wilson. They will play on two of the College's beloved instruments, our 1927 EM Skinner organ and our newest gem, the Steinway grand concert piano which was generously donated by friend of the College, Fred Martin.
4:00 p.m. Homecoming Football Game: Watch the Lake Erie College Storm take on the Tiffin Dragons at Jack Britt Stadium. Admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased below, or click here!
3:30–5:00 p.m. Steele Mansion Tour and Happy Hour: Tour the beautiful and historic Steele Mansion, followed by a happy hour. The cost is $15 and includes a drink of your choice and snacks.
9:00–10:30 p.m. Alumni After Hours: Wrap up your Saturday evening with us at Red Wine and Brew. The event will be held in the loft on the second floor and is open to Lake Erie College alumni only. The cost is $15 and includes two drink tickets and appetizers.