Medical Alumni Weekend Schedule

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Day 1

Thursday, June 4 — Marriott Hotel at Keystone Crossing

Early Bird Reception
Registration Open 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing

Kick off the weekend early! Reconnect with classmates over cocktails and appetizers at the Marriott at Keystone Crossing. It's the perfect warm-up to an incredible weekend ahead.

6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing
$20 per person (Price includes beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres)

 

Day 2

Friday, June 5 — IU School of Medicine and Marriott at Keystone Crossing

Registration Open 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing

A New Home for Medical Education and Research
Tour the Medical Education and Research Building — a stunning, 326,000-square-foot facility that's redefining how we educate the next generation of physicians. See cutting-edge simulation labs, collaborative learning spaces and technology that's preparing students for medicine's future.

9 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Medical Education and Research Building
Roundtrip bus service begins at 8 a.m.


Educating the Next Generation: Then, Now and What's Next
How has medical education evolved since you were in medical school? Dean Hess joins distinguished faculty to explore the innovations that have transformed learning at the School of Medicine — and what's on the horizon.

10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Medical Education and Research Building
Roundtrip bus service provided from Marriott Hotel at Keystone Crossing


Frontline Leadership: IU School of Medicine and the COVID-19 Response
Hear the inside story of how IU School of Medicine mobilized during an unprecedented global crisis. Faculty and leaders who were on the front lines share powerful insights from this defining chapter in modern medicine.

11 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
Medical Education and Research Building
Roundtrip bus service provided from Marriott Hotel at Keystone Crossing


Community Lunch
Enjoy a relaxed buffet lunch and catch up with friends old and new.

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Medical Education and Research Building
Complimentary


Dean Hess's Legacy in Action: Spotlight Conversations
Experience the breakthrough work that has defined this era:
  • Advancing Discovery — Groundbreaking research that's accelerating cures
  • Redefining Cancer Care — Innovations that are changing outcomes for patients
  • Transforming Brain Health — New frontiers in neuroscience and treatment

1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Medical Education and Research Building
Roundtrip bus service provided from Marriott Hotel at Keystone Crossing


Welcome Reception and Leadership Reflections
The evening begins with a reception, followed by an extraordinary conversation you won't find anywhere else: IU School of Medicine's living deans — Drs. Robert W. Holden, D. Craig Brater and Jay L. Hess — reflect on decades of leadership, change and the enduring mission that unites us all.

5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing


Dinner and Entertainment
Cap off an inspiring day with a festive dinner celebration featuring Sidney Friedman, the Musical Mentalist. Hailed as "the greatest psychic entertainer in America" and seen on over 350 TV shows, including the TODAY SHOW and The View, Sidney combines astonishing mind reading with virtuoso piano performance in a one-of-a-kind show. Watch as he reads the minds of audience members and plays the songs they're thinking of — live on the piano. It's an unforgettable evening of wonder, music and connection that perfectly captures the spirit of this special weekend.

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing
$90 per person

 

Day 3

Saturday, June 6 — Marriott at Keystone Crossing

Registration Open 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing

Discounted breakfast buffet coupons provided 

three students in white coats smiling and talking together while they walk down the stairs at the west lafayette campus.

Student Panel: The Future of Medicine
Meet today's medical students and hear their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities ahead. Their energy and idealism will remind you why you chose this profession.

9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing

79th Annual Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon
A beloved IU tradition returns! This signature event brings together alumni, donors and the campus community for an afternoon of celebration, recognition and — of course — delicious strawberry shortcake.

11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing
$20 per person


Campus & City Bus Tour
See how Indianapolis and the IU campus have transformed. From new research facilities to thriving downtown neighborhoods, discover the dynamic community that surrounds our medical school.

1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing
Bus leaves hotel following lunch


Class Reunion Reception
Gather with your classmates for photos and cocktails before your reunion dinner. Capture memories you'll treasure for years to come.

5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing


Class Reunion Dinners
The weekend culminates with intimate class dinners — your chance to share stories, celebrate milestones and strengthen the bonds that time and distance can never break.

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Marriott Hotel @ Keystone Crossing
$90 per person