Saturday, August 22, 2026

Lehigh University Rally

The Rally is a long-standing tradition at Lehigh University. Every year since 1945, the incoming class is adopted by the class that was introduced to Lehigh 50 years prior.

Watch Rally 2026 Highlights
Two men stand on a stage in front of large, illuminated "LEHIGH" marquee letters holding a blue flag that reads "2030."

WATCH: Rally 2026 Highlights

On Saturday, August 22, 2026, the campus community came together to celebrate The Rally with the colorful Parade of Classes, spirited student performances, the Class of 1980's official adoption of the Class of 2030, and the unveiling of the Class of 2030 flag. 

For questions, please contact Amy Frantz Gross, alumni relations, at (610) 758-3686, or the Office of University Events at (610) 758-2746.

Two smiling women sit on a grassy lawn holding small blue flags reading "2030."

2026 Photo Gallery

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Celebrating The Rally

Gillian, Glenn, and Trudy stand in front of a banner that reads 'Welcome Lehigh Class of 2020' and smile.

Rallying Together

For Glenn Cianci ’80 P’30 and his daughter, Gillian Cianci ’30, the Rally became a celebration of their shared Lehigh connection.

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Mark holds the Class of 1980's blue and yellow flag and smiles. He wears a Lehigh t-shirt and hat.

Tradition that Bridges Generations

The Class of 1980 is making history by sponsoring the Class of 2030’s Hawk’s Fest during orientation week.

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A black and white photo of a man in a light colored suit standing with two students on stage, all holding a large flag together that reads “’84.”

Colors that Connect: Rally’s Class Adoption Tradition

Take a look back at the class adoptions through Lehigh history.

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Caitlyn Kratzer waves the Class of 2026 flag on the stage of The Rally.

In This Image: Class representative Bruce "YoGi" Perry '76 presented the 2026 class flag to Caitlyn Kratzer '26.

Two women on stage to represent their class and hold their class flags.

In This Image: The class of 1978 adopted the class of 2028 during the 2024 Rally.

Karen presenting Ethan with Class of 2025 flag

In This Image: Karen Stuckey ’75 presented Ethan Riester ’25 with Class of 2025 flag, the first time an alumna did the honors.

Marching 97 members playing their instruments for the crowd.

In This Image: Marching 97 members set the tone at the 2024 Rally for the incoming class of 2028.

Group at volunteer dinner prior to the Rally

In This Image: Class Representatives Karen Stuckey ‘75, her husband Henry Seduski, and Gus Gustafson ‘74 gather with President Joe Helble ‘82 and his wife Rebecca Dabora at the volunteer dinner prior to the Rally.

A group of six volunteer flag bearers pose for a photo in front of Linderman Library during The Rally.

In This Image: A group of volunteer flag bearers pose for the camera prior to The Rally.

Replay The Entire 2026 Rally

The Rally

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Represent Your Class. We need at least one flag bearer from every class. Email Amy Frantz Gross if you'd like to join the festivities next year.

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Bring the Rally to Your Feed

This year’s Rally stickers are ready to share! Search #LehighRally in your GIFs or stickers to find the Class of 2030 flag and other graphics. Add them to your posts and celebrate wherever you are.

A crowded stadium bleacher filled with enthusiastic fans wearing brown and white Lehigh University gear cheering during a football game.

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