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FEATURED EVENTS

The Weekend is more than just a reunion. It is a transformative weekend for Rice University’s Black alumni and friends to foster legacy, community and connection. View the full schedule.

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Thursday, April 16:
WELCOME AND KICKOFF

Welcome reception hosted by President Reginald DesRoches

Friday, April 17:
LEGACY & ENGAGEMENT

Check-in (8:30 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Campus Events (9 a.m.-7:30 p.m.)
- President’s Town Hall
- Legacy Luncheon
- Pathways to Leadership at Rice Session
- Alumni Career Panel and Industry Networking Roundtables
- Alumni Networking Mixer
ARUBA Golf Classic (7 a.m.-3:30 p.m.)

Saturday, April 18:
SERVICE & CELEBRATION

Optional Campus Activities
- Exploring campus
- Connecting with alumni and friends
Blueprint for Excellence Awards Gala and After Party, commemorating more than 60 years of Black student life at Rice (6-10:30 p.m.). Submit a nomination here.

Sunday, April 19:
FELLOWSHIP & FAREWELL

Optional post-Weekend activities include church service at Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church and a farewell brunch immediately following service

FULL SCHEDULE

ARUBA Weekend Events

ARUBA WEEKEND PRICING

We encourage alumni to purchase the ARUBA Weekend package deal through online preregistration. The package is available with a special early bird rate ($250) only through March 13, and regular pricing ($300) from March 14-April 4.

The ARUBA Weekend package includes one ticket to all on-campus events during the weekend, including the Legacy Luncheon and the Blueprint for Excellence Awards Gala. The packages will exclusively include a Rice Swag Bag, as well as tickets to the Pathways to Leadership at Rice Session, Alumni Careers Panel and Industry Roundtables, and the Reunion Networking Mixer.

Tickets to the Blueprint for Excellence Gala will be available a la carte for Rice faculty and staff, as well as alumni, family and friends.

The ARUBA Golf Tournament is a standalone event with separate registration and fees. See more details below.

REGISTER

ARUBA Weekend Pricing

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ARUBA WEEKEND
TICKET PACKAGE

$250
Per person by March 13 (Early bird)

$300
Per person by April 4

Includes access to the President's Town Hall, Legacy Luncheon, Pathways to Leadership at Rice Session, Alumni Career Panel and Industry Roundtables, Reunion Networking Mixer and the Blueprint for Excellence Gala.

A LA CARTE
OPTIONS

$175 per person
Blueprint for Excellence Gala

Free
President's Reception

The Gala event may be purchased a la carte at the price listed above by April 4. Help us honor distinguished alumni and community leaders who exemplify excellence and service.

GOLF
TOURNAMENT

$175
Per person

$150
Recent Alumni (2015-25)

$125
Current Students

Connect with fellow ARUBA and community golfers for an afternoon of networking on the greens. Proceeds will contribute to alumni programming and student support.

▷ Find out more information about the weekend, award nominations, lodging and travel

FAQ & RESOURCES

THE 1964 CIRCLE

In 1964, Rice University welcomed its first Black student, Raymond Johnson ’69, launching a new chapter in the university’s history. More than 60 years later, we celebrate the strength, resilience and achievements of generations of Black Owls whose presence has shaped Rice into the vibrant community it is today.

The 1964 Circle invites alumni and friends to honor this history through continued investment in path-breaking research and innovative programs supporting student life at Rice.

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