Echols Scholar 65th Reunion

Echols Scholars Program

Kimpton The Forum Hotel

Join us for a momentous weekend as we commemorate 65 years of the Echols Scholars Program—a legacy of curiosity, innovation, and academic excellence at the University of Virginia. This special reunion invites Echols Scholars from across the decades to reconnect, reflect, and celebrate the impact our community has made on Grounds and throughout the world. Early bird pricing is available through February 15. Ticket pricing will increase on February 16, and the final deadline to purchase tickets will be March 7 or when tickets have sold out. All attendees are welcome to bring one guest with the purchase of a second ticket. Over the course of the weekend, you’ll have the opportunity to:<ul><li>Reunite with classmates and friends during our Friday cocktail reception and Saturday dinner at <a href="https://www.forumhotelcharlottesville.com/charlottesville/map-and-directions/" title="https://www.forumhotelcharlottesville.com/charlottesville/map-and-directions/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Forum Hotel</a>.</li><li>Join a special astronomy lecture by UVA Professor Kelsey Johnson, author of Into the Unknown: The Quest to Understand the Mysteries of the Cosmos</li><li>Enjoy a talk by bestselling author Laurie Gwen Shapiro about her newest book, The Aviator and the Showman: Amelia Earhart, George Putnam, and the Marriage that Made an American Icon</li><li>Hear from distinguished Echols alumni during a dynamic panel featuring graduates who are doing extraordinary work in their fields.</li><li>Connect with current Echols Scholars, explore their research, and learn how you can become a mentor to the next generation.</li><li>Take guided tours of Grounds, revisiting the places that shaped your UVA experience.</li></ul> All daytime activities and sessions will take place on Central Grounds in <a href="https://events.studentaffairs.virginia.edu/newcomb" title="https://events.studentaffairs.virginia.edu/newcomb" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Newcomb Hall</a>, placing you in the heart of the UVA community. You can view the full event schedule and details <a href="https://aig.uvaalumni.org/echols/echols-program-65th-anniversary/event-details/" title="https://aig.uvaalumni.org/echols/echols-program-65th-anniversary/event-details/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">on our website</a>. If you have questions, please contact the Echols Director, Karl Shuve (<a href="https://mail:kes3ba@virginia.edu" title="https://mail:kes3ba@virginia.edu" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">kes3ba@virginia.edu</a>) or Echols Program Coordinator, Ana Harrington (<a href="https://mailto:jwv3gp@virginia.edu" title="https://mailto:jwv3gp@virginia.edu" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">jwv3gp@virginia.edu</a>). We can’t wait to welcome you back to Grounds and to celebrate the shared spirit, scholarship, and service that have defined Echols Scholars for 65 years! The Echols Scholars Program is paying ticket fees and offering young alumni tickets well below cost to ensure our reunion is as accessible as possible. You are welcome to <a href="https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/18716/donations/new?a=4244689" title="https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/18716/donations/new?a=4244689" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">contribute to our Annual Fund</a> if you would like to help offset the program's share of these costs.

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