2026

  • February

    Gallimaufry 1977 cover by artist Karl Klingbiel '79

    Gallimaufry Reunion: A Tribute to Christine Goodale

    If you once sat around a table sifting through poems, sequencing artwork, refining typefaces, or imagining what the next issue of Gallimaufry could become, we invite you to return at Reunion 2026. 

    At Reunion 2026, the community that shaped Gallimaufry will gather to celebrate a publication that has carried Cranbrook’s creative voices across generations and to honor the memory of Christine Goodale.
    Saturday, June 6 at 4:00 p.m. | Cranbrook Library Reading Room. 

     
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  • The winter issue of Tradition is coming your way

    Read the Latest Issue of Tradition

    The digital issue of the winter issue of Tradition is now available. The issue features an update on our popular Senior May Project program for CK seniors, a remembrance of art teacher and Gallimaufry advisor Christine Goodale and profiles of actor Chase Sui-Wonders '14 and London-based artist Dominic Harris '94.
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  • Bill Prescott, Kingswood Headmaster 1976-1980

    Remembering Kingswood Headmaster Bill Prescott

    We are saddened to share that former Kingswood Headmaster William C. Prescott has died. Bill led Kingswood School Cranbrook from 1976 to 1980, arriving at a moment of transition and providing the steady, thoughtful leadership that restored faculty confidence and stabilized the school during a period of cultural and structural change. He strengthened the academic program, supported professional growth, introduced enduring community traditions, and helped lay the groundwork for the relocation and expansion of the Kingswood Library—an initiative realized shortly after his departure but rooted in his vision.

    In the reflection that follows, Upper School Librarian and Department Head Kate Covintree—who had the rare experience of working at both Kingswood and later at The Wheeler School under Prescott’s legacy—shares a personal remembrance of the lasting impact his commitment to libraries and learning spaces had on her career and on generations of students.

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  • TEDxCranbrookSchools Returns February 20 — Featuring Steven Wang ’20

    TEDxCranbrookSchools returns on Friday, February 20 from 4–8 p.m. in DeSalle Auditorium at the Cranbrook Art Museum. Centered on the theme Ideas Worth Spreading, the evening will bring together alumni, faculty, students, and friends of the School for thought-provoking talks and lively conversation.
    Among the featured keynote speakers is Steven Wang ’20, founder and CEO of dub, a rapidly growing investing platform reshaping how young investors engage with financial markets.
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  • The Cranbrook Network in Action at the CKAA Career Fair

    Alumni Mentors Step Up for the CKAA Career Fair
    More than 70 career mentors met with Cranbrook Kingswood juniors and seniors at this year’s CKAA Alumni Career Fair, an evening that has become a meaningful touchpoint for students beginning to map out their next steps.
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  • Alumni Connect in Seattle

    Seattle alumni reconnected this January for an evening that marked the region’s first official Cranbrook gathering in more than a decade. Hosted by the Seattle Cranbrook Regional Alumni Network (CRAN), the event brought together graduates spanning nearly six decades at Elliott’s Oyster House on Pier 56.
     
     
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  • Save the Date for Reunion 2026 - June 5-6-7

    Reunion Weekend returns to Cranbrook this June 5-6-7, and we are delighted to invite alumni back to campus for a weekend of reconnection, reflection, and celebration.

    That weekend the classes of 19461951, 1956, 1961, 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021  will be celebrating milestone reunions.  Whether you graduated five years ago or eighty years ago, Reunion Weekend offers a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with classmates and return to campus. 


     
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  • January

    Cranbrook Institute of Science Alumni Takeover

    Join the great group of alumni and friends who have already registered to take over the Cranbrook Institute of Science when The Cranbrook Kingswood Alumni Association (CKAA) hosts a special “alumni takeover” event at the Cranbrook Institute of Science. Join us on Sunday, February 22, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm for an evening of discovery, connection, and fun designed for alumni of all ages and their guests. See who is registered so far, below.
     
    Sunday, February 22 | 4:00–6:00 pm
    Cranbrook Institute of Science (CIS)
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  • Join Us: Entrepreneurship Panel & Networking | Feb 24 at TechTown

    Whether you're launching a venture, scaling a business, or simply looking to connect with others in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, you're invited to an evening of insight and exchange at TechTown Detroit on Tuesday, February 24. See who is already registered for this event, below. 

    Co-hosted by the Cranbrook Kingswood Alumni Association in collaboration with Detroit Country Day, The Roeper School, and University Liggett School, this joint alumni event brings together entrepreneurs, founders, creatives, and investors for a dynamic evening of conversation and community. The program includes a moderated panel discussion with alumni from each school, followed by dedicated time for professional networking.

    Tuesday, February 24 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.
    6:00–7:00 p.m. (Panel Discussion)
    7:00–8:00 p.m. (Networking Reception)
    TechTown Detroit
    440 Burroughs St, Detroit, MI 48202
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  • Back at the Table: Young Alumni Gather for Lunch

    As campus came back to life following winter break, the Cranbrook Dining Hall filled with familiar faces as alumni from the Classes of 2021–2025 returned for a Young Alumni Lunch. The gathering offered recent graduates an opportunity to reconnect with classmates, greet faculty and staff, and spend time once again in a space that remains central to their Cranbrook experience before heading back to school and work.
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  • Basketball Alumni Return to Keppel

    Coach Matt Gump brought a strong group of alumni together for the annual men’s alumni basketball game, welcoming former players back to Keppel Gym for an evening that blended competition, camaraderie, and school pride. Representing a wide range of class years, alumni took to the court with energy and good humor, reminding everyone that the fundamentals—and the competitive edge—never really fade.

    The game moved quickly and played hard, with plenty of sharp passing, fast breaks, and familiar rivalries resurfacing along the way. Between plays, the conversation flowed just as easily, as teammates reunited, swapped updates, and reconnected in a space that holds decades of shared memories. The men’s alumni game continues to be a highlight of the winter season, offering a chance to return to campus, lace up once more, and celebrate the enduring bonds of Cranbrook basketball.
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  • Seattle alumni event in 2011

    Seattle Alumni and Friends- Join us January 26

    The Seattle Cranbrook Regional Alumni Network invites alumni and friends to gather on Monday, January 26 for an evening of connection and conversation in downtown Seattle. Join fellow CK alumni at Elliott's Oyster House to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, drinks, waterfront views, and networking with members of the Cranbrook community in the region.
    Monday, January 26
    6:00–8:00 p.m.
    Elliott’s Oyster House
    1201 Alaskan Way, Pier 56
    Seattle, WA 98101
     
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