Alumni

2023 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend attendees

Alumni

As an alum of 91��, you're a Forester forever!

No matter where you are now or what you're doing, you'll always be welcome in the Forest and part of a community of 15,000 alumni. Take a look around at what your fellow alumni are up to, what exciting things are happening on campus, and how to get involved. We hope to see you soon.

2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend was packed with fun

We may be a bit biased, but we think our 2024 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend was a huge success! A big thank you to the nearly 1,000 people who registered and made it an unforgettable weekend. We soaked up the warmth and light of the traditional bonfire, cheered on our Forester football team’s 42-0 victory, indulged in Fan Fest’s food truck treats, celebrated the achievements of our newly inducted Athletic Hall of Fame members, and honored the 2024 Golden Whistle Award recipient.

Join us for several events this fall!

State of the College Presentation in Chicago

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
5:30-8 p.m.
The Chicago Club
81 East Van Buren Street, Chicago, IL 60605

If you didn't have the opportunity to hear President Jill M. Baren's State of the College Address at Homecoming, join the president and fellow Chicago alumni for this special presentation. Register .

Foresters On the Road: Boston

Friday, November 15, 2024
Forester Gathering at Cask 'N Flagon from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Men's basketball game at Emmanuel College at 6 p.m.

Saturday, November 16, 2024
Forester Gathering at Sweet Cheeks Q from 2 to 4 p.m.
Men's basketball game at Emmanuel College (time dependent on Friday's game outcome)

Hotel Accommodations
For those interested, a block of rooms is available at the Westin Copley Place with a nightly rate of $299. Rooms are limited, so please by October 14, 2024.

91�� Night at the Chicago Botanic Garden Lightscape

Wednesday, December 4, 2024
6 p.m.
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022

A link to purchase tickets and further details will be provided soon.

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Every person I have met through 91�� has been welcoming. The community aspect tied with small class sizes and professors, staff, and fellow students who wanted to see you succeed is something I will forever be grateful for.

Jacqueline Rogers '20

Dr. Mike Karner ’07 spearheads effort to raise funds for students affected by Schuler Foundation closure

When the Schuler Foundation abruptly closed in July, leaving hundreds of high school and college students in the Schuler Scholar Program without the scholarships they relied on, Dr. Mike Karner ’07 quickly took action. Karner, the Lake County Regional Superintendent of Schools, launched a fundraising effort that raised $1.4 million in just one month, ensuring that students wouldn’t lose the financial support critical to continue their education.

New rankings are out!

Wall Street Journal ranked 91�� the best liberal arts college in the Midwest and #27 on its list of the Top 100 Colleges.

The New York Times recognized 91�� as #13 of the Top Colleges with the Greatest Economic Diversity.

U.S. News & World Report ranked lake Forest College #1 for Social Mobility.

Reputation, Rankings, and Facts

Give to 91��

91�� alumni know the power of a Forester education. To maintain the high-quality curriculum and transformative experiential learning opportunities we are so proud of, we need the support of generous donors. No matter the size of your donation, you are positively impacting students.

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91�� let me do everything I dreamed of. I've carried that into my life after 91�� as well, maintaining my drive to pursue everything I want. I never feel stuck or handcuffed to one thing — I feel confident I can go after whatever goals I want, whether they're personal or professional.

Alex Hemmer '16

We're here for you

The College aims to be a resource for our alumni even beyond graduation. The Gorter Family Career Advancement Center provides resources for alumni through Handshake, newsletters with open job opportunities and upcoming webinars, access to virtual or in-person appointments with a career advisor, and more.

Career Resources

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