A Weekend to Remember: Homecoming and Reunion 2026
Thousands of alumni, family, and friends came together for Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2026. Alums celebrated at milestone Reunion class parties, attended programs honoring Northwestern University’s 175th anniversary, and cheered the Wildcats on to a Homecoming victory at the new Ryan Field. Attendees also gained insights from a panel featuring this year’s Alumni Medalists and a discussion with Nobel Laureate Joel Mokyr. It was an unforgettable weekend of celebration, connection, and community.
What was it like to be back on campus? Check out what these alumni had to share in our video recap.
Take a trip down memory lane with actress and comedian Nicole Sullivan ’91 as she revisits two places that shaped her Northwestern journey: the Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts scenic and costume shops, where she constructed sets and costumes, and Willard Hall, her home during her first two years on campus.
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Explore photos capturing the weekend’s most memorable moments.