ACE 2021 Reunion Week Agenda

Sunday, May 9 | ALL DAY MSM | Zoom

IMPACT DAY: Join us for a day of giving and service. We are asking alums to donate $19.75 in support of student scholarships at MSM OR offer an hour of service to a local children’s hospital. TAKE a photo, POST to social, and TAG us @1975alumni. Join us on ZOOM at 7:30 pm ET to learn about the IMPACT campaign.

Monday, May 10, | Virtual

12:30 pm | Lunch and Learn: MSM is leading the creation and advancement of health equity, and we want to tell you how. Bring your lunch and join as your favorite faculty members discusses MSM academic updates and programs.

8:00 pm | Cooking with Chef Dephone: Let’s get in the kitchen! Join us for a virtual interactive cooking experience with Chef Dephone. His curated meal and beverage will knock your socks off and impress your guests at your next kickback.

Tuesday, May 11 | Virtual

12:30 pm | Lunch and Learn: MSM is leading the creation and advancement of health equity, and we want to tell you how. Bring your lunch and join as your favorite faculty members discusses MSM academic updates and programs.

8:00 pm | Comedy Show: Unwind from the day with laughs with a guest comedian. This is for ADULTS only.

Wednesday, May 12 | Hybrid

4:30 – 6:00 pm | Alumni Author Alert: Do you have a book in your heart you would like to publish? The time is NOW. Join our power hour Alumni Author Alert where we will discuss book publishing and promote the books of our alums. Location: Zoom

6:30 – 8:30 pm | “The Last Call”: This is the last day to celebrate the graduates from the Class of 2021 before they walk across the stage. Alumni are invited to celebrate, network, and welcome graduates. Free food, beverage, and music.

**Commencement Boxes will be distributed to the Class of 2021**

Location: Atlantucky Brewing, 170 Northside Drive SW, Atlanta, 30313 |Capacity: 90 | No Admission Fee

Thursday May 13 | Hybrid

5:00 – 7:00 pm | “The Return” Reception: This is an exclusive, invite-only reception. Private location. Contact Shelly Lindsey at rlindsey@msm.edu for invitation information.

7:30 – 10:00 pm | “The Epic Return” Party: Join the Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement and MSMNAA for an evening of dancing and networking to kick-off “The Return” week. All healthcare heroes, medical school alums, and friends are welcome to attend. **For those who are unable to attend in person – no worries! We are going hybrid!
Location: TBA | Capacity: 80 | Admission: Alumni $21, Non-Alumni $25

Friday May 14 | Hybrid

1:00 – 5:00 pm |Alumni Professional Conference (Virtual)

7:00 – 10:00 pm | The MSMNAA Philanthropic Honors (In-Person)

An evening of distinction celebrating alumni and constituents’ accomplishments and philanthropic endeavors to support the advancement of the institutions’ mission. Proceeds from this event support the pipeline programs and student scholarships. Special tributes to MSMNAA Past Presidents, MSMNAA Lifetime Members, 25th Anniversary MPH, and 40th Anniversary MD Summer Program/APEX.

  • 7:00 – 8:00 pm | Blue Cocktail Reception
  • 8:00 - 10:00 pm | Awards Reception and Dinner

Location: Gathering Spot | Capacity: 100 | Admission: $70 general seating, $80 preferred seating

Saturday May 15| In-Person

10:00 am – Noon | Morehouse School of Medicine 37th Commencement
Commencement Speaker: U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-GA)
Location: Cadence Bank Amphitheatre at Chastain Park
(Gates open at 8:30 am)

10:00 am – Noon | Alumni Commencement Brunch: Fellowship with alums and watch the streaming of 37th Commencement Exercise while you brunch!
Location: Burgess Hotel | Capacity 50 | Admission: Alumni $21, Non-Alumni $25

5:30 – 8:00 pm | Welcome to the “A” Rooftop Party: Join the MSM Reunion classes and MSMNAA in celebration to welcome the Class of 2021 to the alumni family and fellowship with alums from the reunion classes. Food and beverage provided for the first hour and a half.
Location: REVERB by Hard Rock Café | Capacity: 80 | Registration Required

Sunday, May 16 | Virtual

4:00 pm | MSM Alumni Virtual Awards Ceremony: The annual Office of Alumni and Constituent Engagement and MSMNAA awards ceremony highlighting the achievements of alumni, resident alumni, student, and faculty.