Day 1
Thursday, June 4 — Marriott Hotel at Keystone Crossing
Early Bird Reception
Kick off the weekend early! Reconnect with classmates over cocktails and appetizers at the Marriott at Keystone Crossing. It's the perfect warm-up to an incredible weekend ahead.
Day 2
Friday, June 5 — IU School of Medicine & Marriott at Keystone Crossing
A New Home for Medical Education and Research
Tour the Medical Education and Research Building — a stunning, 326,000-square-foot facility that's redefining how we educate the next generation of physicians. See cutting-edge simulation labs, collaborative learning spaces, and technology that's preparing students for medicine's future.
Educating the Next Generation: Then, Now and What's Next
How has medical education evolved since you were in medical school? Dean Hess joins distinguished faculty to explore the innovations that have transformed learning at the School of Medicine — and what's on the horizon.
Frontline Leadership: IU School of Medicine and the COVID-19 Response
Hear the inside story of how IU School of Medicine mobilized during an unprecedented global crisis. Faculty and leaders who were on the front lines share powerful insights from this defining chapter in modern medicine.
Community Lunch
Enjoy a relaxed buffet lunch and catch up with friends old and new.
Dean Hess's Legacy in Action: Spotlight Conversations
Experience the breakthrough work that has defined this era:
- Advancing Discovery – Groundbreaking research that's accelerating cures
- Redefining Cancer Care – Innovations that are changing outcomes for patients
- Transforming Brain Health – New frontiers in neuroscience and treatment
Welcome Reception and Leadership Reflections
The evening begins with a reception, followed by an extraordinary conversation you won't find anywhere else: IU School of Medicine's Living Deans — Drs. Robert W. Holden, D. Craig Brater, and Jay L. Hess — reflect on decades of leadership, change, and the enduring mission that unites us all.
Dinner and Entertainment
Cap off an inspiring day with a festive dinner celebration featuring Sidney Friedman, The Musical Mentalist. Hailed as "the greatest psychic entertainer in America" and seen on over 350 TV shows, including the TODAY SHOW and The View, Sidney combines astonishing mind reading with virtuoso piano performance in a one-of-a-kind show. Watch as he reads the minds of audience members and plays the songs they're thinking of — live on the piano. It's an unforgettable evening of wonder, music, and connection that perfectly captures the spirit of this special weekend.
Day 3
