Thursday, October 23
Alumnae College
Alums participated in actual Trinity classes in many disciplines throughout the day, fully seeing our students and faculty in action!
Book Talk: The Student Debt Crisis
Our alums attended a book talk, keynoted by professor Jamal Watson, Associate Dean of Graduate Studies, who discussed his new book, The Student Debt Crisis: America’s Moral Urgency, which argues the student debt crisis is a civil rights issue requiring comprehensive reform to ensure accessible education without crushing debt. Alums raised many interesting points at the end of the book talk during the question and answer segment, and Dr. Watson signed copies of his book for attendees afterward.
“A profoundly moving, well-researched examination of a uniquely American crisis.” —Library Journal, starred review
“As the student-debt crisis continues to persist, many will find this book insightful, well researched, and easy to read.” —Booklist
Friday, October 24 – Symposium
Symposium: “From Leo XIII to Leo XIV: A Century of Social Justice Shaping Trinity”
Alums joined Trinity faculty, students, and distinguished outside speakers for this fascinating program. Genesis Bu-Chinchilla, correspondent for student news publication, Trinity Times, wrote up a wonderful summary of the event for the newspaper.
How Pope Leo XIII Launched 125 years of Social Justice at Trinity
President Patricia McGuire
Social Justice in America 2025: Witness in the Public Square
Moderator: Dr. Stephen Thorne, Distinguished Professor of Education
Panelists:
Mr. Ralph McCloud, NETWORK
Ms. Krisanne Vaillancourt Murphy, Catholic Mobilizing Network
Ms. Kim Daniels, Georgetown Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life
Pope Leo XIV: Renewing Social Justice for the 21st Century
Moderator: Dr. Jeannine Marino, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
Speaker: Mr. Christopher White, Author of Pope Leo XIV: Inside the Conclave and the Dawn of a New Papacy
Social Justice, Catholic Mission in the University and the DEI Order
Moderator: Dr. Jeannine Marino, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
Speaker: Dr. Amelia Uelmen, Georgetown University Law Center
The Immigration Crisis and the Imperative of Social Justice
Moderator: Ms. Rosa Reyes ’21, Trinity Director of TheDream Partnership
Panelists:
Dr. Todd Scribner, Assistant Director, Education and Outreach
Migration and Refugee Services, US Conference of Catholic Bishops
Ms. Celia Rivas, Immigration Services Coordinator
Catholic Charities DC
Friday, October 24 – Continued
Environmental Walk on Trinity’s Campus
Led by Dr. Patrice Nielson, Assistant Professor of Environmental Justice
Professional Development Programs
Presented in collaboration with the Alumnae/i Association of Trinity Washington University, our alums participated in these exciting lifelong learning programs.
Your Personal Brand – Build a roadmap for developing or repositioning your professional identity with clarity and confidence.
Career Panel and Networking – Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out, career insights and networking opportunities.
Marble Corridor Welcome Reception
Our alums from all classes mingled and reconnected with one another over refreshments in the beautiful Marble corridor.
Saturday, October 25 – Reunion!
Convocation and Senior Cap and Gown Ceremony in Notre Dame Chapel
Cap & Gown Academic Convocation is a special annual ceremony where seniors receive their caps and gowns, marking their invitation into the community of scholars. Alums joined our seniors from all five Trinity schools, their families, and our Trinity faculty, decked out in their regalia, as our Deans, Provost, and President McGuire addressed these soon-to-be alums, along with the President of the Alumni Association, Treva Smith, and the President of the Class of 2026. Read President McGuire’s remarks on her blog.
All-Alumnae/i Reunion Luncheon
This year, the annual reunion luncheon moved to Social Hall for an intimate and elegant experience. Classes sat together and broke bread, while President McGuire read the Class of 1975 50th reunion citation, before they were presented with their 50th reunion medals. This was followed by class meetings, and a Well Sing, as well as more tours of our gorgeous orange, red, and yellow, autumnal-peaked campus.
Reunion Liturgy, Notre Dame Chapel
Fr. Mike Kallock of the Paulist Fathers presides at the Mass
