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School of Law 2024 Reunion Weekend and Alumni Awards Dinner

September 12-14, 2024

A special celebration is taking place at the Philip H. Corboy Law Center as we celebrate our milestone reunion years ending in 4 and 9 and toast 2024 alumni award winners. All alumni and friends of the School of Law are invited to attend.  

All events take place at Philip H. Corboy Law Center with specific locations to be confirmed! Please stay tuned for updates on specific events.   

We will celebrate milestone classes of: 

'79, '84, '89, '94, '99, '04, '09, '14, and '19  
 50th Reunion Celebration for the Class of ’74  
 Jubilee Classes of 1973 and earlier 
 

THURSDAY: 9.12.24

Dialogue with the Dean: State of the Law School: 5-6 p.m. 

Dean Alexandre invites all alumni, regardless of location, to join them on Thursday, September 12 at 5 p.m., central. Following opening remarks, attendees both in-person and virtual will be encouraged to participate in an extensive question and answer.

Legal Training in Action & Student Showcase: 6-8 p.m.

Sponsored by Loyola Linked, stop by to learn about the current student experience and opportunities! Stop by the student organization and affinity showcase, learn about mentorship opportunities, and more!

Coaches Panel: 7-7:20 p.m.

Moderator: Adrienne Mebane (Advocacy Director)

Panelists:
Dispute Resolution-Teresa Frisbie (Dispute Resolution Director & Mediation Coach), John Liston (ABA Negotiation Coach)
Mock Trial- Amy Thompson (Corboy Director & Coach), Phil Brigham (Constance Baker Motley Coach)
Moot Court-Matt Adair (Moot Court Director & Federal Bar Association Coach), Thomas Schick (Appellate Lawyers Association Coach)

Demonstrations: 7:20-7:40 p.m.

Abbreviated Mock Negotiation-Taylor Rathwell & Jenna O’Toole
Abbreviated Opening Statement (3 minutes) & Abbreviated Closing Argument (3 minutes)-Kelechi Asonye & Johnny Novi
Abbreviated Appellate Argument-Thomas Farbacher (oralist), Rachel Wright, Thomas Schick & Matt Adair (judges)

7:40-8:00 p.m.-Student Panel

Moderator: Iris Gomez (Chief Justice, Moot Court, IP Team)

Panelists:
Dispute Resolution-Taylor Rathwell (ABA Negotiation Team, ADR Society President), Jenna O’Toole (ABA Negotiation Team, ADR Society President)
Mock Trial-Johnny Novi (Executive Director, Mock Trial, Corboy Team), Kelechi Asonye (Constance Baker Motley Team)
Moot Court-Rachel Wright (Federal Bar Association Team/7th Circuit Team/IP Team), Thomas Farbacher (American Bar Association Team/Appellate Lawyers Association Team)

Optional Reunion Class Dinners Arranged by Class Agents – Various Locations Across Chicago

Your class committee has been hard at work all summer. Join your fellow classmates and kick off the reunion in style with dinner and drinks. Classes will be notified individually. 

FRIDAY: 9.13.24

Run a 5K with Dean Alexandre: 7 a.m.

Grab your running shoes and join Dean Alexandre, faculty, staff, and students on a morning 5K run to kick off your Friday morning.

50th VIP Reception and Tour: 4-5:30 p.m.

The class of 1974 and Jubilee alumni are invited to attend an exclusive reception and tour of the Philip H. Corboy Law Center and Maguire Hall (now home to Arrupe College), along with a special visit to the Corboy Exhibit honoring Philip H. Corboy’s 100th birthday.

Mosaic Legal Voices: Celebrating Diversity in the Legal Profession: 5-8:30 p.m.

The Loyola Law community will come together to share the many stories of diversity, hear from leaders in the field, and learn what it means to seek inclusivity, empowerment, and unity. CLE will be offered.

We are thrilled to announce that the following faculty and alumni will join us:

  • Maria Hawilo, Distinguished Professor in Residence - Loyola Law School
  • Juan F. Perea, Curt and Linda Rodin Professor of Law and Social Justice
  • Romeo S. Quinto Jr., Partner, Holland & Knight, Loyola Law Alumni, JD '00 
  • Dawn Young, Clinical Assistant Professor of Law, Legal Writing, Loyola Law School

Cocktails at Corboy: 8:30-10 p.m.

Come back to your old campus watering hole—for one night only! Make sure to revisit your favorite post- class bar with your classmates. This social event will feature drinks and appetizers, but BYOM (bring your own memories) encouraged.

SATURDAY: 9.14.24

Reunion and Alumni Awards Dinner: 4:15-8:30 p.m.

Don your best cocktail attire and make sure you don’t miss a time-honored tradition as we celebrate our milestone reunion years ending in 4 and 9 and toast the 2024 Alumni Award winners.

Schedule of Events:

Mass: 4:15-5 p.m.

Receptions: 5-6 p.m.

  • Alumni Award Recipients
  • 50th & Jubilee Reunion Reception
  • Reunion Class Year Reception

Dinner: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Hospitality Suite and Registration

Consider this your base for Reunion Weekend. Make sure to stop by to pick up your name badge and ribbons ahead of the event to get an exclusive law alumni-branded swag item, add to your Reunion Weekend activities, or complete walk-in registration(s). You can also stop by to grab a refreshment and visit with members of our Engagement and Development teams, who will be available to answer questions. 

  • Thursday: 2-6 p.m.
  • Friday: 2-5 p.m.
  • Saturday: 2-5 p.m.

2024 Pricing

General Pricing (August 2 – September 5)   

  • Thursday: Gratis
  • Friday: $50 
  • Saturday: $75   
  • Full Weekend: $100 

At the Door/ Walk In:

  • Thursday: Gratis 
  • Friday: $65
  • Saturday: $90
  • Weekend: $125

Come back, give back: Make your special Law Reunion gift 

Your reunion gift is an impactful way to honor your time at the School of Law while strengthening the school today. Reunion-year alumni are encouraged to mark this milestone by making a gift that is meaningful to them, which will count toward our ambitious goal of 100 reunion donors.