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Reconnect with fellow Techers and Caltech at an in-person celebration! No screen or high-speed internet required to participate!
The Westin Pasadena will be headquarters for Alumni Reunion all weekend, with special events happening on- and off-campus, including:
Register by Wednesday, October 13. Your $50 registration includes all events, food, and drink.
Thank you, Techers, for your patience as CAA has navigated the twists and turns of planning a special in-person event for you in the age of COVID.
This is a fully vaccinated event. All participants will be required to verify vaccination status and may be required to wear masks. Find out more about Caltech's COVID response and policies.
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Drop-In Welcome Coffee at the CAA Hospitality Suite
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | CAA Hospitality Suite Open with Refreshments
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM | Fall Commencement for the Classes of 2020 and 2021
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM | Lunch on Your Own
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Undergraduate Admissions Tour
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM | Alumni Panel Discussion: The Third Option
4:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Alumni Reunion Celebration
8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Farewell Continental Breakfast at the CAA Hospitality Suite
The Westin Pasadena (+1 626-792-2727) will be headquarters for Alumni Reunion. Book online or call the Westin's reservations department directly at 866-837-4181 and mention Caltech Alumni Reunion Celebration.
Parking is available in lots and structures around campus, and will be free for guests on Saturday, Oct. 16. Please see the Caltech parking map for locations. In addition, the two-hour parking limit on surrounding streets will be lifted on Saturday, Oct. 16.
The Westin Pasadena offers valet and self-parking options, as well as 4 electric charging stations. Check online for pricing and policies.
Granville (American)
270 S Lake Ave Pasadena, (626) 360-7633
15% discount on your order (excluding alcohol). Tell your server you are part of the Caltech Alumni Reunion.
Float Pasadena (Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches)
380 S Lake Ave Ste 106 Pasadena, (626) 844-3488
10% discount for Caltech students, extended to Caltech alumni on October 16. Mention that you are part of the Caltech Alumni Reunion.
Urbane Café (American, Salad, Sandwiches)
218 S Lake Ave Pasadena, (626) 202-1616
Patrons receive 15% off of their purchase. Mention Caltech Alumni Reunion.
All 2020 and 2021 graduates, along with their friends and family, are invited back to campus for an in-person commencement celebration and Ph.D. hooding ceremony on Saturday, October 16 at 10 a.m. Alumni attending Alumni Weekend & Reunion are also welcome. A reception for graduates and attendees will follow the celebration.
Alumni who wish to attend the commencement celebration must register by October 1.
This will be a fully vaccinated event. All participants and guests will be asked for proof of vaccination at entry. Caltech will accept proof of full vaccination of any vaccine currently approved or authorized for emergency use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson [J&J]/Janssen) or authorized for emergency use by WHO through the Emergency Use Listing (EUL) process. A document summarizing the status of a wide range of international vaccines can be found online on the WHO website.
"Fully vaccinated" means it has been two weeks after an individual has received the second dose in a two-dose series, or two weeks after they have received a single-dose vaccine.
Event attendees will be subject to all local and Institute COVID protocols at the time of the event, which may include masking requirements and limited access to indoor spaces. To ensure student safety, visitors are not permitted inside student residences at any time.
Learn more about Caltech’s current COVID-19 policies.
Due to ongoing health and safety concerns regarding COVID-19, this event is subject to change or cancellation at any time. If Alumni Reunion is canceled, all registrants will be fully refunded.
Your Digital Class Memory Book, hosted on BrightCrowd, is a great way to catch up with classmates no matter where you are.
Digital Class Memory Books are available to alumni from the classes of 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021.
To create your page and explore your Digital Class Memory Book, click your class year below:
When you first log into your class book, you will be asked to provide your email address. If the email address you enter is not recognized, it means that we do not have that email address listed as your preferred contact email in our database. Contact us at reunion@alumni.caltech.edu and we will update our records and help you access your Digital Class Memory Book.
How do I create my page?
Click here to learn how to create your page in your Digital Class Memory Book.
When can I create my page?
Alumni from class years that have Digital Class Memory Books will receive an email in September 2021 with a link to create a page. If your class has a Digital Class Memory Book and you did not receive an email, please contact us at reunion@alumni.caltech.edu.
When is the deadline to create my page?
There is no official deadline. You will be able to edit your page for one year following the launch of your Digital Class Memory Book in September 2022. After September 2022, you will still have access to view your Digital Class Memory Book.
When can I view my classmates’ pages?
Alumni who create pages will immediately be able to view their page as well as other alumni pages.
Can I edit my page after I create it?
Yes. In your Digital Class Memory Book, click the 'My Page' link at the upper right to edit your page. You can edit your page until September 2022. After September 2022, the book will still be available, but you will not be able to make changes to your page.
Can I search for specific pages?
Yes. You can search by name, House or residence, hobbies and interests, or just a keyword in general.
Who do I contact if I have questions about or need help with my Digital Class Memory Book?
Email the CAA at reunion@alumni.caltech.edu for further support.
Thank you to all alumni who attended Caltech’s 2020 Reunion Weekend online!
Alumni from the undergraduate classes of 2020, 2015, 2010, 2005, 2000, 1995, 1990, 1985, 1980, 1975, 1970, 1965, 1960, 1955, and 1950 came together virtually and shared Caltech memories and personal updates from around the world.
View photos of the weekend on Flickr:
Reunion Weekend 2019 — Thursday
Reunion Weekend 2019 — Friday
Reunion Weekend 2019 — Saturday
Reunion Weekend 2019 — Photo Booths
View photos of the weekend on Flickr.
Reunion Weekend Online may be over, but you can still create a personal page within your Digital Class Memory Book to celebrate your reunion and your Caltech experience!
Your Digital Class Memory Book, hosted on BrightCrowd, is a great way to catch up with classmates no matter where you are.
Digital Class Memory Books are available to alumni from the classes of 1970–2020 who are celebrating a Reunion in 2020.
To create your page and explore your Digital Class Memory Book,
click your class year below:
Class of 1970
Class of 1975
Class of 1980
Class of 1985
Class of 1990
Class of 1995
Class of 2000
Class of 2005
Class of 2010
Class of 2015
Class of 2020
If the email address you enter is not recognized, it means that we do not have that email address listed as your preferred contact email in our database. Contact us at reunion@alumni.caltech.edu and we will update our records and help you access your Digital Class Memory Book.
How do I create my page?
Click here to learn how to create your page in your Digital Class Memory Book.
When can I create my page?
Alumni from class years that have Digital Class Memory Books were sent an email in October 2020 with a link to create a page. If your class has a Digital Class Memory Book (1970–2020) and you did not receive an email, please contact us at reunion@alumni.caltech.edu.
When is the deadline to create my page?
There is no official deadline. You will be able to edit your page for one year following the launch of your Digital Class Memory Book in October 2020. After October 2021, you will still have access to view your Digital Class Memory Book.
When can I view my classmates’ pages?
Alumni who create pages will immediately be able to view their page as well as other alumni pages.
Can I edit my page after I create it?
Yes. In your Digital Class Memory Book, click the 'My Page' link at the upper right to edit your page. You can edit your page until until October 2021. After October, 2021, the book will still be available, but you will not be able to make changes to your page.
Can I search for specific pages?
Yes. You can search by name, House or residence, hobbies and interests, or just a keyword in general.
Who do I contact if I have questions about or need help with my Digital Class Memory Book?
Email the CAA at reunion@alumni.caltech.edu for further support.
Thank you to all alumni who attended Caltech's 2020 Reunion Weekend online!
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