Homecoming Weekend 2025

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Friday 20th June - Saturday 21st June 2025

Homecoming Weekend 2025

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Friday 20th June - Saturday 21st June 2025

Connecting with the StGIS Community

Words of welcome from the School and Foundation

We are thrilled to invite you to our fourth Homecoming Weekend 2025, on 20th and 21st June. This significant event offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with students, alumni, parents, staff, founders, and friends of our vibrant community. 

Words of welcome from the School and Foundation

We are thrilled to invite you to our third Homecoming Weekend 2024. This significant event offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with students, alumni, parents, staff, founders, and friends of our vibrant community. 

Our schedule is packed with unique events, leading up to the highlight of the weekend, the Gala Night on Saturday, 22nd June, promising to strengthen bonds and create lasting memories. We are eager to welcome you to this unforgettable weekend. 

Please note that after 2024, Homecoming Weekend will be celebrated biennially, with the next occasion set for 2026.

I have a question about the event, who shall I contact?

Should you have any questions in the meantime, please email homecoming@stgis.at

Will there be some Alumni only events?

Yes! This year we will have some new Alumni only events. 

When will the Homecoming Weekend begin?

Events will run from Thursday to Saturday evening.

For registration, please click the button below or scroll to the bottom of this page. We would appreciate if you could register by end of May 2024. Some events have limited space for participants, therefore we follow the 'first come, first served' principle. Each person must register individually to provide specific information such as their relation to StGIS, contact details, photo consent, etc. Many thanks!

Homecoming Weekend Events

Friday, 21st June 2024

Explore Creativity at Arts Asylum

Experience the Vibrancy of Art in Action at Our Campus! Join us for a day filled with live music, captivating theatre performances, and a stunning visual art exhibition. Explore the innovative projects from our Industry Arts Collective and witness the creativity of our design students. It's a full day of artistic exploration across the campus, showcasing the diverse talents of our arts programs.

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: StGIS Campus
Host: School
Contact persons: Lindsey Stirrat (l.stirrat@stgis.at)
10h30 - 14h00

Meet and Greet at the Lakeside Barbecue

Join us for a relaxed lakeside BBQ on the stunning Wolfgangsee shore. We're excited to make this evening an unforgettable one and look forward to having you there!  

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: Brunnwind Restaurant, St. Gilgen
Dress code: Casual
BBQ ticket: Regular €20 / under 18 years €10
Host: Foundation & Alumni Association
Contact person: Christian Dreyer (c.dreyer@stgis.at), Christian Kadletz (chrisitan.kadletz@stgisaa.at)
18h00 - 22h00

Engaging with the School Community

Our alumni are extremely valuable members of our community. This block of time during the school day is structured for alumni to share their experiences following their graduation from StGIS with current students, and to reconnect with their teachers and friends. Come back to see what learning is like at your alma mater, and join us for a great time back on campus!

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: StGIS Campus
Host: School
Contact persons: Andrew Woodman (a.woodman@stgis.at)
John Patton (j.patton@stgis.at)
12h00 - 15h00

Alumni Drinks at Wolferl & Wein

Wolferl & Wein will host a night of mellow ambient with chances to talk, enjoy great drinks, and dance. See you there!

Invited: All Alumni & Teachers
Place: Wolferl & Wein, St. Gilgen
Ticket: €10
Host: Alumni Association
Contact persons: Christian Kadletz (chrisitan.kadletz@stgisaa.at), Carmen Reinisch (carmen.reinisch@stgisaa.at)
22h00 - 02h00

A special thank you to our generous Supporters

Saturday, 22nd June 2024

Splash & Thrill at the Watersports Activities

Come and join us at the Lakeside when you are ready to participate in a range of water sports activities, The activities on offer will include water skiing, wake boarding, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, rowing, sailing and swimming. Each activity will be supported by one of our expert and passionate StGIS Activity Leaders. 

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: StGIS Boat house
Dress code: Appropriate for water sports
Host: School
Contact person: Michael Söldner (m.soeldner@stgis.at)
12h00 - 16h00

Alumni Association General Assembly

All alumni are strongly encouraged to join this general assembly for an update from the alumni association and an opportunity to get involved with the chapter events taking place in your area throughout the year.  

Invited: All Alumni
Place: StGIS Campus
Host: Alumni Association
Contact person: Carmen Reinisch (carmen.reinisch@stgisaa.at), Christian Kadletz (chrisitan.kadletz@stgisaa.at)
15h30 - 16h00

Gathering at the School Cafe with Memories & Coffee

Make sure to visit the School CafĂ© for some delightful coffee and snacks. We're excited to showcase a special display of yearbooks, Lakeside Magazines, and other cherished memorabilia. We warmly welcome the entire school community to join us. It's a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, share stories, and celebrate our school's vibrant history and communi- ty spirit together in the CafĂ©!  

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: StGIS School Cafe
Host: Parent Association & School
Contact person: Cosima Lensing (pa.chair@stgis.at), John Patton (j.patton@stgis.at)
13h00 - 16h00

Take part in the Basketball Tournament

Connect with old friends and meet new members of our StGIS community at an Olympic-style 3 vs 3 basketball tourna- ment. Join 10-minute, half-court games in the courtyard where no prior experience is necessary. Dust off your Movement & Wellbeing kit and join us for some friendly and enjoyable competition.  

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: StGIS Courtyard
Dress code: Sports kit and trainers
Host: School
Contact person: Liz Riley (e.riley@stgis.at)
13h30 - 15h30

Reunion and Revelry at the Gala Night

Join us for an unforgettable evening of nostalgia, as we gather to celebrate the milestones of the past—10 years since graduation and 5 years of post-graduate triumphs. The Gala Dinner promises an enchanting atmosphere filled with laughter, shared memories, and the joy of reconnecting. Indulge in a gourmet dining experience, relive cherished moments, and toast to the future. Let's celebrate the journey, the friendships, and the accomplishments that define us. This is not just an event; it's a celebration of our collective success and the promise of more to come as a community.

Invited: Entire StGIS Community
Place: Schlosshotel Mondsee
Banquet ticket: Regular €210 / Alumni €90
Dress code: Formal Attire with black tie
Host: StGIS Foundation
Contact persons: Lily Burford (lily@l-levents.com), Christian Dreyer (c.dreyer@stgis.at)
18h00 - Open End

A special thank you to our generous Supporters

Event Registration

For registration, please see below. We would appreciate if you could register by end of May 2024. Some events have limited space for participants, therefore we follow the 'first come, first served' principle. Each person must register individually to provide specific information such as their relation to StGIS, contact details, photo consent, etc. Many thanks!