Annual Reunion
April 24, 2026
The annual Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons (VP&S) Alumni Reunion brings our graduate community together to reconnect, socialize, and celebrate one another and our collective achievements in science and medicine.
2026 Alumni Reunion
Whether you are looking to reconnect with old friends and your alma mater, make new connections across specialities and class years, dive into the academic discourse of reunion scientific sessions, or just want a fresh bite of the Big Apple, your VP&S family is ready to welcome you back to campus!
Reunion Lodging Information
A block of rooms has been reserved at the following hotels:
The Edge Hotel
514 West 168th Street, New York, NY | (212) 543-0005
Room Block Information: VP&S Alumni Reunion 2026 Code: VPA26
Reservation Cut-off: March 23, 2026
The Belleclaire Hotel
2175 Broadway, New York, NY | (212) 453-4036
Room Block Information: VPS& Alumni Reunion 2026
Reservation Cut-off: March 27, 2026
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street , New York, NY 10036
Room Block Information: VP&S Alumni Reunion 2026
Reservation Cut-off: April 2, 2026
Additional preferred lodging is available through the Columbia Visitors Portal
Alumni Day Program - Friday, April 24, 2026
The Faculty Club
630 West 168th Street, 4th Floor
New York, NY 10032
Parking Available:
115 Fort Washington Avenue (corner of West 165th Street)
Please bring your parking ticket to the event. It can be validated at the registration desk for a reduced rate of $10.00.
9:00 AM
Welcome and Registration
9:45 - 10:45 AM
Scientific Session I - Speakers to be announced soon!
11:00 AM
Intermission
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Scientific Session II - Speakers to be announced soon!
12:30 PM
VP&S Alumni Luncheon and Presentation of 2026 Alumni Awards
50 Haven Avenue, New York, NY 10032 - This is a paid, ticketed event.
Featuring:
Katrina Armstrong, MD
Executive Vice President for Health and Biomedical Sciences, Dean of the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University
Jane Salmon '77
Chair, Honors & Awards
2:30 PM
CUMC Campus Tour
Tours will depart from 50 Haven Avenue
Led by VP&S Students
Reunion Class Dinners
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Cocktails
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Dinner
Upon arrival, you will be directed to your room by the VP&S Alumni Staff
Class of 1966
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chairs: Henry M. Spotnitz, MD, Harry Richardson, MD, & Ron Drusin, MD
Class of 1971
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Martin W. Oster, MD
Class of 1976
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chairs: Melvin Rosenwasser, MD & Marvin Ruderman, MD
Class of 1981
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Brenda Aiken, MD
Class of 1986
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Frederick A. Ehlert, MD
Class of 1991
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Mary-Margaret Andrews, MD
Class of 1996
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by: Sean Bidic, MD
Class of 2001
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Steven Z. Antone, MD
Class of 2006
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$145 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Rebekah Shappley, MD
Class of 2011
Friday, April 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
The Westin New York at Times Square
270 W 43rd Street, NYC 10036
$120 per person
Hosted by Class Chair: Elizabeth Inkellis Langhammer, MD