Schedule of Events
Thursday, April 30, 2026
LCWA 20th Anniversary Donor Event
As part of the yearlong celebration of LCWA’s 20th Anniversary, the School will host a donor recognition event on Thursday, April 30 from 5:30 until 7:30pm in Special Collections on the third floor of Addlestone Library. This event will honor the donors who have contributed to the School’s success over the past 20 years. Invite only.
Black Alumni Council Welcome Event (time TBA)
Black Alumni Council members and friends are invited to stop by, connect with fellow Cougars, and learn more about the Black Alumni Council and the ways we support and uplift Black students and alumni at the College. Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends or meeting new members of the community, this is a relaxed opportunity to gather, share stories, and celebrate the legacy and future of Black excellence at CofC. Registration: $20.00
Black Alumni Council + Avery Research Center Event BUNDLE
Bundle your tickets to these three events: Black Alumni Council Welcome Event (Thursday), Black Alumni Council Fish Fry & Fellowship Event at Avery (Friday), and the 6th Annual Avery Research Center Kentucky Derby Party (Saturday) and receive a discount! Buy your bundle before April 5 for $150. Bundle tickets after April 5: $180. Regular pricing: $160 (early bird) and $185 (after April 5).
Friday, May 1, 2026
Coffee with Steve Schreiner, Dean of the School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics
Alumni and friends are invited to join Dean Steve Schreiner for coffee and conversation about the College’s newly established School of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematics.
MPA reunion – Currently Enrolled Students
The reception honors graduating students and alumni of the Masters of Public Administration program. Registration: $30.00
MPA reunion – Employers
The reception honors graduating students and alumni of the Masters of Public Administration program. Registration: $50.00
MPA reunion – Family of Honorees and Alumni:
The reception honors graduating students and alumni of the Masters of Public Administration program. Registration: $35.00
Alumni Association Annual Meeting
Recognizing new Alumni Board members and congratulating Board members transitioning off the Board.
1770 Society Donor Recognition Reception
Recognition reception honoring donors in the 1770 Society. Invite Only.
Black Alumni Council Fish Fry & Fellowship at Avery Research Center
Join the Black Alumni Council for an evening of great food, music, and community at the BAC Fish Fry & Fellowship at Avery. Set against the historic backdrop of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, this lively gathering brings alumni and friends together to celebrate connection, culture, and Cougar pride. Enjoy a classic fish fry, an open bar, and a DJ spinning throughout the evening as we reconnect with fellow alumni and welcome new faces into the community. Whether you’re coming to catch up with old friends, make new connections, or simply enjoy a fun night in one of Charleston’s most meaningful spaces, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss. Come hungry, bring your friends, and get ready for a night of great vibes and great company. Ticketed event for 21+ only. All you can eat Fish and Open Bar with a DJ.
Viva Chuck Vegas
Get your Vegas experience right here in Charleston! Join alumni, friends and supporters of Cougar Nation for Viva Chuck Vegas. The evening features Vegas-style games, delicious hors d’oeuvres & cocktails, beer & wine; and a casino style show featuring crooning from a trio of current students backing a vocalist and a big band orchestra comprised of alumni and musicians from the Charleston Symphony Orchestra backing three alumni vocalists. Registration: $100.00
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Honors College Alumni Breakfast
Join Dean Beth Meyer Bernstein, Professor Lancie Affonso, and Honors College faculty and staff for the Honors College Alumni Breakfast, a celebration of connection and community. All Honors College alumni and friends are invited to network and reconnect as we mark the 10th anniversary of the Entrepreneurship Living-Learning Community. Together, we will reflect on the impact of the E-LLC and look ahead to the next chapter for both the program and the Honors College. We look forward to celebrating the continued momentum of our Honors community.
Celebrating our Education Alumni
Celebrating our Alumni and Young Alumni of the Year and revealing and handing out our new SOE graduation pin.
Business and Brunch
Join us for Business and Brunch, the business school’s signature Spring Alumni Weekend event! Reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, staff and students in the welcoming atmosphere of the Beatty Center atrium. Don’t miss a special State of the School update from Dean Paul Schwager on exciting new initiatives. Whether reminiscing or making new connections, this event is the perfect mix of business, community and celebration!
Community Health Showcase
This family friendly drop-in event will feature the CofC Emergency Medical Services Team, the Palmetto Palace Mobile Health Unit, and the School of Health Sciences’ Fitness and Community Health Testing program. Alumni and friends are encouraged to stop by for tours of the renovated Silcox Center, enjoy a picnic lunch, and games in the Silcox Gymnasium.
Department of Communication Alumni Brunch
Join fellow alumni of the Department of Communication at the College of Charleston for a spring brunch on the piazza. Enjoy a relaxed brunch setting while reconnecting with classmates and faculty for conversation, connection, and community.
6th Annual Avery Research Center Kentucky Derby Party
Celebrate Derby Day in style at the Avery Research Center’s 6th Annual Kentucky Derby Party on Rivers Green behind Addlestone Library. Guests will enjoy Derby-inspired fare, signature beverages, music, live viewing of the Kentucky Derby, and a festive hat contest, all in support of the Avery Research Center’s work to preserve and share African American history and culture. Registration: $75 if registered by 4/5/2026.
VIP Opens for A Charleston Affair
If you are a VIP ticketholder for A Charleston Affair, you will be able to access the party at 6:30 PM. More details to follow.
General Admission Opens for A Charleston Affair
If you are a General Admission ticketholder for A Charleston Affair, you will be able to access the party at 7:00 PM. More details to follow.