Yale SOM Reunion 2026: A Weekend of Connection and Reflection
A weekend to remember: Yale SOM Reunion 2026
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Over 1,000 alumni returned to Yale School of Management in New Haven for Reunion Weekend from May 1-3, 2026. The event featured discussions on leadership, marketing, and AI, fostering connections across generations and celebrating shared experiences among graduates from multiple decades.
- 01Reunion Weekend attracted over 1,000 alumni from various graduating classes.
- 02Keynote address by Dean Kerwin K. Charles emphasized gratitude towards alumni.
- 03Alumni participated in discussions on leadership, marketing, and AI applications.
- 04Unique cross-generational sessions allowed alumni to share experiences and insights.
- 05The weekend concluded with professional gatherings focused on sustainability and innovation.
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The Yale School of Management (Yale SOM) hosted its Reunion Weekend from May 1-3, 2026, welcoming over 1,000 alumni back to Evans Hall in New Haven, Connecticut. Graduates from classes spanning four decades participated in a rich program filled with discussions, networking, and nostalgia. The weekend commenced with a session on unconventional leadership led by Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, followed by a champagne toast for the Class of 2021. Notable faculty sessions included discussions on marketing leadership in the age of AI, led by Professor Ravi Dhar, and insights into investor behavior by Professor Song Ma. A highlight was the cross-generational conversation, 'Then, Now, Next,' which invited alumni to reflect on their journeys and share wisdom. Dean Kerwin K. Charles delivered a keynote, expressing pride in the alumni community. The reunion concluded with professional alumni group meetings focused on sustainability and innovation, emphasizing the ongoing relevance of the SOM network. The weekend was a testament to the enduring connections formed at Yale SOM and the shared commitment to impactful leadership.
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The reunion strengthened the alumni network, fostering professional connections that could lead to collaborations and opportunities in various industries.
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