September 26, 27 and 28, 2025

Alumni Reunion 2025: Connect. Celebrate. Commemorate

Come home this September for the 2025 ArtCenter Alumni Reunion.

It’s more than a reunion — it’s a celebration of ArtCenter’s legacy. Reconnect with fellow alumni for three days of creativity, community and a special evening honoring the 2023 and 2024 Alumni Award recipients.

Here’s What’s in Store:

  • Welcome Back Party - Kick off the weekend with a high-energy celebration of ArtCenter’s creative community.
  • Alumni Awards Celebration - Celebrate the 2023 and 2024 Alumni Award recipients—visionaries making their mark across art and design.
  • Art Market - Shop work by alumni and student artists, featuring everything from prints and zines to ceramics, apparel, plush toys and more.
  • Design Invitational - A curated showcase of groundbreaking vehicles, where alumni and industry leaders share the stories behind their designs with current and future transportation designers.

Save Your Spot

Join hundreds of fellow alumni for a weekend of fun, events and connecting with friends.
Early bird pricing ends August 1!

Weekend Activities

Friday, September 26

9:00 am

Check in & Registration*

*Separate ticket required.


10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Inside the ArtCenter Studio*

ArtCenter's reputation and pedagogy are built on a foundation of faculty who remain active, working professionals. With expertise across various professional sectors, and years of experience preparing young creatives for cutting edge careers, the College’s department Chairs will share how our education is evolving to meet the future of industry.

*Separate ticket required.


5:00 pm

Presidential Address

(General Registration)


5:30 pm

Welcome Party

(General Registration)

Shake off the jet lag on the dance floor with your fellow alumni. Enjoy a live DJ and refreshments in the brand-new Mullin Transportation Design Center. Food trucks and a cash bar will be available. (21+)

Saturday, September 27

9:00 am

Breakfast & Check in

(General Registration)


10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Affinity Programming

(General Registration)

Campus and Exhibition Tours, Lab Visits, Workshops

Experience the vibrant campus life at ArtCenter through carefully curated affinity programming. Drawing inspiration from the tradition of educational, cultural, and social events that enrich student experience, these alumni-focused convenings create meaningful connections between past and present members of the ArtCenter community. Attendees can look forward to exciting opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration and exploring new creative territories.


12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Art Market

(General Registration)

A Pop-Up Shop and celebration of creative entrepreneurship featuring a curated selection of student art, design objects, prints, publications, fashion, toys, ceramics and more.


2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Archives Conversation

(General Registration)

Explore ArtCenter's rich history through special archival displays and alongside a panel discussion that celebrates the institution's evolution and the many remarkable contributions of its alumni community. Discover rare documents, artwork and artifacts that weave a narrative of creative innovation spanning decades.


6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Alumni Dinner*

Celebrate the 23' and 24' Alumni Awardees alongside ArtCenter leadership at an intimate dinner in the brand-new Mullin Transportation Design Center. This annual, peer nominated recognition bestowed by the college honors outstanding graduates and is an opportunity for ArtCenter to publicly recognize the extraordinary talent and influential reach of its alumni.

*Separate ticket required.

Sunday, September 28

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Design Invitational

(General Registration)

The Design Invitational gives attendees an opportunity to meet the creators of some of the world’s most iconic automobiles with an up-close-and-personal look at a carefully curated selection of up to 40 futuristic concepts, cutting-edge vehicles and incredible classic cars.


11:00 am – 1:00 pm

FullCircle Brunch*

*Separate ticket required


1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Ahmanson Screenings

(General Registration)

View special screenings in the newly renovated Ahmanson Auditorium, a beloved venue that has hosted decades of memorable gatherings and world-class speakers. Following its 2021 renovation, this 3,300 square foot space now offers a premier cinematic experience with state-of-the-art digital and 35mm projection capabilities, comfortable seating, and excellent sightlines—an ideal setting for showcasing the cinematic arts that continue to flourish at ArtCenter.


1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

P2P Topic Roundtables

(General Registration)

Propose a topic and connect with fellow alumni for professional practice dialogues highlighting key challenges, current opportunities and areas for future exploration for today's working artists and designers.


4:00 pm

Concluding Remarks

(General Registration)

Alumni Awards

2024 Alumni Awards

Your nominations are in! Stay tuned as we announce the 2024 honorees in the coming months.

2023 Alumni Award Winners to be Honored

Outstanding Service
Robert Matsumoto

Young Innovator
Nidhi Singh Rathore

Distinguished Midcareer
Rafael Lopez

Lifetime Achievement
Matthew Rolston

Where to Stay

We’ve reserved a block of rooms at the AC Hotel Pasadena for ArtCenter alumni attending the reunion. Take advantage of our special group rate starting at $189 per night — but don’t wait! Room availability is limited and the block will close on Monday, August 25, 2025 (or sooner if it fills).

Hotel: AC Hotel Pasadena
Rate: From $189/night
Reservation Deadline: Monday, August 25, 2025

Event Location

Come see what’s new—events will take place on both campuses, highlighting recent updates and familiar spaces alike.

Hillside Campus
1700 Lida St.
Pasadena, CA 91103

South Campus
870 S. Raymond Avenue
950 S. Raymond Avenue
1111 S. Arroyo Parkway
Pasadena, CA 91105

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Contact

Reach out to our Alumni Office for assistance with registration, sponsorships, or general inquiries.

Email: alumni@artcenter.edu