Alumni celebrating their 50th Reunion march at the head of the graduation processional.

50th & 55th Reunion Graduation March

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  4. 50th & 55th Reunion Graduation March

Annually, the Law School honors our 50th Reunion class with an invitation to march in the Law School Graduation Procession. 

This year, we will honor both, the Class of 1975 for their 50th Reunion, and the Class of 1970 celebrating their 55th Reunion, (in commemoration of their 50th Reunion milestone that took place in 2020).

Review the information found on this page for the event details.

50th & 55th REUNION MARCH AT 
COLUMBIA LAW SCHOOL GRADUATION
SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025

Law School Graduation Ceremony on the South Lawn: 4:15-6:30 PM
Marcher and Guest Arrival Time at Alfred J. Lerner Hall: 2:45 PM

*Registration for the 50th and 55th Marchers is now closed. Please reach out to the Reunion Office for assistance, [email protected] or 212-854-2680. 

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Schedule Overview for Marchers at Graduation

2:45 PM

Marcher's and Their Guests Arrive for Pre-Ceremony Reception

Private reception for marchers and guests starts in Alfred J. Lerner Hall, FL 5, Satow Room.

Arrive via the Broadway lobby entrance of Alfred J. Lerner Hall, 2920 Broadway, at 115th Street.

Satow Room, FL5, Alfred J. Lerner Hall
3:30 PM

Marchers dress in academic regalia provided by the Law School

Satow Room, FL5, Alfred J. Lerner Hall
3:45 PM

Marchers’ guests are escorted to a priority seating area

South Lawn
4 PM

Marchers, in their regalia, are escorted to in front of Butler Library for photos

Outside of Butler Library
4:15 PM

Graduation ceremony official start; procession begins from Butler Library

South Lawn
4:20 PM

Marchers join the procession with the Dean, Faculty, and the Class of 2025

South Lawn
4:25 PM

Marchers escorted into priority seating area to join their guests

South Lawn
4:40 PM

Student procession march complete; Graduation ceremony begins

South Lawn
6:30 PM

Ceremony concludes

 Marchers/guests may depart early, if desired.

South Lawn