European Alum Symposia - Looking forward to Edinburgh 2026!
It's time to get ready for the 18th European Alum Symposium, which will be held on November 6-8, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland!
This year's theme:
Woven Legacies: Spinning the Future from Threads of the Past
The Mount Holyoke Alum Club of Britain is delighted to invite you to the eighteenth Mount Holyoke European Alum Symposium in Edinburgh on November 6-8, 2026.
The event will offer participants an exciting opportunity for social and intellectual interaction with Mount Holyoke alums and students from all over the world, as well as the chance to meet President Danielle R. Holley and other MHC representatives. Having pushed the boundaries of research and development in science, politics and literature, Edinburgh is a city of innovation. Additionally, Edinburgh is a welcoming and charming city, filled with historical buildings, linked with lovely green areas and boasting a bustling and joyful student life.
Key information for Edinburgh 2026...
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Registration - although In-Person tickets are now sold out, Online tickets are still available!
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Meet our Speakers
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Optional Events for Attendees & Guests
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Answers to all your Frequently Asked Questions
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Recommendations for what to do while in Edinburgh & Scotland
Every two years...
European alum Symposia have become an established tradition, a “must go” event for many members of our community. The announcement of the next location made during the symposium festive dinner is one of the most exciting moments of the event, always welcomed by enthusiastic approval!
Our most recent Symposium was held in 2024 in Munich, bringing together 170 alums, current students, and guests, who participated in discussions around the theme “The arts and socio-political change: A powerful interplay at the heart of democracy”. The event featured multiple keynotes, a presentation on the state of the college by Mount Holyoke President Danielle R. Holley, an interactive BarCamp session, and panel discussions, as well as a splendid festive dinner, jazz evening, a night at the opera, and Milk and Cookies!
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