Rady Return
Join us November 6–8 for a weekend celebrating the entire Rady alumni community, featuring a special Reunion Celebration honoring the Classes of 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021—including our first-ever 20-year reunion.
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Friday
November 6
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
2026 Michael Kriegler Memorial Lecture
Open to the publicBeyster Auditorium, UCSD Rady School of Management
Join the Rady School of Management for the 2026 Michael Kriegler Memorial Endowed Lecture and reception, featuring Richard Heyman, Ph.D., presenting "Biotech's Big Bets: Lessons in Science, Innovation, Leadership, and Trust".
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Saturday
November 7
5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Rady Alumni Reunion Reception & Dinner
Reunion classes only (2006, 2011, 2016, 2021)Downtown San Diego, CA
Join us for a special celebration with your classmates as we commemorate the 5-, 10-, 15-, and the first 20-year milestone classes of 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021! (adults only)
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Sunday
November 8
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Rady Family Alumni Picnic
Open to all alumniRady School of Management Lawn
Join Rady alumni and their families for a delicious lunch, beverages, lawn games, face painting, and more. Fun for the whole family!
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Experience More of UC San Diego Homecoming
The Rady Return takes place during UC San Diego Homecoming, a campus-wide celebration of Triton pride and connection. Alongside Rady’s alumni events, we invite you to experience additional Homecoming activities happening across campus.
Thursday, Nov 5
6:00–9:00 p.m. PST
Illustrious Alumni Awards
Join campus leadership for an unforgettable evening celebrating the remarkable achievements of the 2026 Illustrious Alumni Award honorees.
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Friday, Nov 6
2:00–6:00 p.m. PST
Triton Center Block Party
Visit the Rady table and check out the new Triton Alumni and Welcome Center.
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Saturday, Nov 7
4:00–6:00 p.m. PST
Triton Alumni Bash
Stop by Ridgewalk Social for complimentary food, drinks and fun activities at an exclusive pre-game celebration for alumni and their guests.
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R‑A‑D‑Y: Looking Back, Moving Forward
Every Rady Return is built around four ideas — the same ones that will show up across this weekend’s events, stories, and conversations.
Remember
Nostalgia & Connection
Stories, throwbacks, and “Then & Now” moments with classmates and faculty.
Achieve
Career ROI
Celebrating career milestones, founders, and executives from every class.
Discover
Network & Opportunity
Showcasing the Rady network and new ways to connect before the weekend even starts.
Your Rady Future
School Momentum
What’s next for Rady — and the students carrying the momentum forward.
Looking Back at 2025
Thank you to all the alumni who came out to celebrate the classes of 2010, 2015, and 2020!
Plan Your Visit
Traveling to campus for Rady Return? Here’s what you need to know.
Bartell Hotels is UC San Diego’s official host hotel. Choose from one of their eight distinguished properties, including Sheraton La Jolla, just a short driving distance to campus. All Bartell Hotels gladly extend a 15% discount off their best available room rate to UC San Diego alumni.
Book Your StayOr call 800.345.9995 and mention that you are affiliated with UC San Diego.
Questions? Email alumniadmin@rady.ucsd.edu
Get Involved
Get updates on the reunion and more via the Rady Network.
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