Official site for the IU School of Medicine's Annual Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon.

four alumni share strawberry shortcake outside in a historic black and white photo

Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon

This time-honored tradition has been a highlight of Medical Alumni Weekend ever since IU health care providers were first served the cream and crimson treat in 1947.

Enjoy a sweet tradition at our 78th Annual Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon

The Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon is an Indiana University tradition that dates to 1947 when IU doctors and nurses would gather each spring on the lawn outside Riley Hospital, or under big tents to enjoy a sweet treat and celebrate our health care professionals.

For 77 years, the event has been a focal point for alumni gatherings. In recent years it has been one of the high points of Medical Alumni Weekend, where graduating classes reunite to share their special memories and celebrate all things IU.

The 78th Annual Strawberry Shortcake Luncheon is scheduled for May 2025. More details to come.

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A baking tutorial

Don’t worry if you have questions about baking up strawberry shortcake. Nick Makrides of The Scran Line can show you how to make our famous crimson and cream treat.