Frequently Asked Questions

Reunion Weekend occurs every spring and is a great time to catch up with former classmates, listen to renowned faculty present their latest research, and take advantage of all that Berkeley-Haas and the Bay Area has to offer. It is a weekend full of activities including class dinners, career advising, networking lunches, Alumni Conference, Center for Executive Education seminars, family picnic, and more.

Haas MBA alumni from the classes of 2012, 2008, 2003, 1998, 1993, 1988, 1983, 1978, 1973, 1968, and 1963 and their guests are invited back to campus for Reunion Weekend.

A wide array of new and seasoned Haas School faculty, along with industry specialists, will share their research and insights with you. More information to come soon.

Yes, you do need to register for all events. Some events have reservation deadlines and others will sell out. Registration information to come soon.

During the day, attire is casual. For the Reunion Class Dinners on Saturday night, dressy cocktail attire is suggested. For the Family Picnic on Sunday, casual blue and gold attire is strongly encouraged!

To purchase Haas clothing and other Haas items, go to the Haas Gear store and stock up on Haas gear. If you would like to buy Cal gear, visit the Cal store.

Most events will be held at the Haas School on the UC Berkeley campus. On Thursday and Friday, the Individual career sessions take place at the Haas School. The Friday lunch and exclusive Executive Education course will take place at the Haas School. Class socials will take place all over the Bay Area. Saturday's alumni conference will be at the Haas School all day. The Reunion Class Dinners on Saturday will take place at the Claremont Hotel in Berkeley. On Sunday, the Family Picnic will be held at the Faculty Glade and the Mimosa Brunch at the Faculty Club, both on the Cal Campus. Information about Class Socials will be added as details are finalized by the class volunteer committees.

We will be offering tours of the campus. More information to come soon.

There are numerous hotels in the area. For your convenience, we have negotiated discounted rates at two hotels in Berkeley:

The Claremont Hotel Club and Spa
Historic luxury resort hotel in the Berkeley hills, one mile from campus, offers discounted rates for all Haas and Berkeley alumni guests. A limited number of rooms have been blocked for Friday and Saturday nights, April 26 and 27, with rates starting at $165.00, plus tax. The usual $25 facility charge has been waived for these rooms that allows use of the pool, fitness center and WIFI in rooms. Self parking is available for $15 per day. The discounted rooms are only available until April 5 and guests should book directly with the hotel via this customized reservation page that references Group Code: HAASALUMNI.

For more detailed information contact:
Shaya Fidler
The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa
510-898-0039 - Direct Line


Hotel Shattuck Plaza, Berkeley
The historic hotel located in downtown Berkeley offers discounted rates for Haas School of Business for a standard traditional room starting at $132, plus tax, based on availability. Reservations can be made by going directly to the hotel website: www.hotelshattuckplaza.com. Once on the reservation page, select the tab "preferred/corporate rates" and enter "Haas12", select the room type and travel dates. The discounted rates should appear and reservation can be completed and confirmed. Guests can also call the hotel directly at either 510-845-7300 or 1-866-466-9199, and reference the Haas School of Business rate. There is no cut off period for this discounted rate, but rooms are subject to availability.

Please let us know about any special needs (such as dietary requirements or handicap accessibility) when you register; you may also call the Haas School Alumni Relations Office at (510) 642-7790 for your needs. We will do our best to accommodate you at least one week prior to Reunion Weekend. If you have any concerns, please email alumni@haas.berkeley.edu.

Yes! The Alumni Conference on Saturday, April 27, 2013 is open to all alumni and guests; the Reunion Class Dinners on Saturday, April 27, 2013 are open to Reunion alumni and their partner/guest; the Family Picnic and Mimosa Brunch on Sunday, April 28, 2013 is open to Reunion alumni, partners/ guests, and children. For questions, please contact us at alumni@haas.berkeley.edu.

Yes, refunds will be honored. Specific details to come soon.

Reunion Weekend will take place April 25-28, 2013.

Your gift of any amount or documented multi-year pledge to Berkeley-Haas received between July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013, will count towards your Reunion Class Gift. If you make a multi-year pledge, you (and the class) will be recognized for the entire commitment.

With the state of California's budget cutbacks, the Haas School must discover new sources of annual funds to continue to attract and compete for top students and faculty, provide exemplary resources and services to students, faculty and alumni, and enhance programs. Your contributions to the Haas Fund ensure the Haas School's continued excellence in developing innovative and ethical business leaders — despite shifts in public funding. Your gifts also enable Dean Lyons to say "yes" to new strategic opportunities as they arise within the current academic year.

State support for Haas has decreased dramatically since the early 1990s. Today it accounts for less than 10 percent of our operating budget. Although student fees have increased in recent years, they still cover just a fraction of the true cost of a Haas education. Thus, alumni support is essential to help Haas stay at the forefront of innovative business education and develop the next generation of path-bending leaders.

Yes! Every gift, large or small, has an impact. Maintaining the Haas School's position as a leading business school requires continuous investment from our alumni. And the power of giving is greatest when many contribute collectively. Gifts from Haas graduates have an astonishing impact in the aggregate, and send a powerful signal of the strength of our alumni community.

The Haas School encourages its graduates to make a personally significant contribution each year. An individual's personal capacity to make a gift and their respect and admiration for the work of the school often are the primary factors in determining the amount of a contribution. And reunion years often inspire particularly significant gifts, as alumni rally during this milestone occasion to celebrate their commitment to the Haas School's future.

Alumni often report that the Haas School has played a significant role in shaping their values — and their success. Many feel that an annual gift is one of the most important ways to demonstrate confidence in the school's progress and future vision. The Haas School encourages each graduate to participate each year by making a gift to the Haas Fund a personal philanthropic priority. With an exciting new strategic plan shaping the Haas School's future —Haas Fund gifts made today have extraordinary impact.