Closing Reception: And so... Claudia Fieo and Hand-Drawn
2026-04-10 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Watson Fine Arts – Beard and Weil Galleries, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Join us in the galleries to celebrate retiring faculty during the closing reception for And So… and Hand-Drawn.
And so… Claudia Fieo: Selected Works (1986-2026) highlights the arc of the artist’s visual investigations over the past four decades as she returns again and again to pondering the ineffable mysteries intrinsic to living a life: the inevitability of time passing; the capriciousness of memory; and the tensions that exist in relationships-with one’s self, with others, and with the natural world & built environment.
In honor of Professor Claudia Fieo’s retirement after 34 years of distinguished teaching in printmaking, graphic design, and foundations, Hand-drawn: Alumni Works from Wheaton College’s Collections celebrates the enduring creativity of her students. This exhibition features 25 years of acquisitions from the Friends of Art Student Art Collection, an initiative spearheaded by Professor Fieo and funded by the Friends of Art alumni organization to purchase exceptional work each year from the Senior Visual Art Exhibition.
For more information visit bwgalleries.org
Gallery Hours: Tue-Sat 1-5pm, Thur 1-8pm
Closed during College holidays and breaks.

Jay Goodman Political Series, Part 4
2026-04-16 19:00
Join Ted Nesi ’07 and the Office of Engagement for a virtual conversation with Christine T. Whitman ’68. Together, they’ll discuss her work to reshape today’s political party system in Washington, D.C., and explore how Americans can move beyond a system often defined by gridlock.
Whitman is the president of The Whitman Strategy Group (WSG), a consulting firm specializing in energy and environmental issues. She previously served in the cabinet of President George W. Bush and was the 50th Governor of New Jersey—the first woman to hold the role—serving from 1994 to 2001.
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Class Dismissed: A Retirement Performance Honoring Professor Ann Sears
2026-04-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Cole Memorial Chapel, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
Following nearly five decades of teaching, Professor of Music Ann Sears has decided that this will be her last semester at Wheaton. To celebrate all she’s done on campus, a musical performance will take place in Cole Memorial Chapel and feature faculty and alumni.
Following the performance in Cole Memorial Chapel, light refreshments will be offered in Emerson Dining Hall.
Registration for the event is free. Gifts can be made in honor of Ann’s retirement and will be allocated to the Leyon-Kilkenny Music Fund which was established in 1996 by Teddy Krause Leyon ’57 and Anne Leyon Kilkenny ’84 to cover the cost of private lessons for non-music majors.
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Mary Lyon Leadership Society Virtual Town Hall
2026-05-07 12:00 | Virtual
Join Provost Jonathan Millen as he explores the tangible value of a Wheaton liberal arts degree in an evolving professional landscape.
Featuring insights from Professor Dana Polanichka and Professor Drew Davinick, the discussion bridges the gap between diverse disciplines like History and Biology to showcase how interdisciplinary learning builds adaptability.
Attendees will learn how Wheaton’s academic framework fosters the critical thinking and teaching innovations necessary to prepare students for the challenges of “what’s next” in today’s world.
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Reunion Weekend 2026
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | Wheaton College, 26 E Main Street, Norton, MA, 02766, United States
We look forward to welcoming classes ending in 1s and 6s back to campus to celebrate Reunion! Reconnect with classmates and take part in our traditional Commencement and Reunion events planned for the weekend.
Online registration is now closed. However, a few limited spots remain. Please contact the Alumni Office at alumni@wheatoncollege.edu or 508-286-8207 to secure your place before the event.

The Wealth Blueprint: 3 Steps to Financial Confidence
2026-05-21 12:00 | Online
Join Casey Boll ‘07, senior vice president at Northern Trust Corporation, and Mike Cannon ‘15, senior financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, for a webinar on financial planning, “The Wealth Blueprint: 3 Steps to Financial Confidence.” Casey and Mike will guide us through the twists and turns of their careers and the financial decisions they’ve made (or wish they had!) along the way.
The webinar is hosted by the Office of Planned Giving and Wheaton’s Founder’s Society and is open to all alumni, parents and friends.
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Wheaton in Yarmouth Reception
2026-06-02 18:00 | Yarmouth, ME
Join the Lyon faithful for an evening of connection and insight in Yarmouth, ME, kindly hosted by Alex Hall ’94. We’ll toast to Wheaton’s history and explore the future of the Life & Career Design Institute which uses design thinking principles to help students build a mindset for success in college and throughout their life so that their interests, values and lifestyle remain fully aligned.
Your $25 registration fee supports LCDI and provides access to research opportunities, fully funded internships and hands-on experiences that prepare students for success professionally and personally.
Light refreshments will be provided. Dress is casual.

Wheaton in London
2026-06-30 18:00 | Chelsea, United Kingdom
Join host Frances Chae Prenn ’85 and President Michaele Whelan for an evening of connection and conversation. You and a guest are warmly invited to a reception at the Prenn residence in Chelsea.
President Whelan will share updates on Wheaton College’s strategic resilience. She will discuss the shifting higher education landscape, emphasizing our market-aligned academic innovation, award-winning alumni mentorship and historic athletic achievements. Central to our conversation will be the new Life & Career Design Institute (LCDI), which teaches students to be proactive, resilient and open-minded as they explore their career paths and personal interests.
Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. Please RSVP by Tuesday, June 23 by contacting Danielle Kemsley at kemsley_danielle@wheatoncollege.edu.
