Red Book

Harvard Law School Reunions
Pound Hall
1563 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138
 
617-384-9523
reunions@law.harvard.edu

Register for Reunion

Fall Reunion 2024

The Harvard Law School Red Book, otherwise known as the Class Report, is a collection of your classmates’ contact information and their stories – about life, career, family, hobbies, and more – as well as remembrances of departed classmates. This enduring and beloved tradition serves as historical chronicles of the classes and encourages alumni to maintain connections with each other and the Law School. Thank you for your participation in this important tradition.

Alumni will receive their complimentary Red Book with their Reunion materials upon arriving at registration during Reunion Weekend. If you are unable to attend Reunion, you are welcome to order a copy.

Important Notes

Please read as our Red Book process and policies have changed since your last Reunion.

  1. The inclusion of contact information listed in the Red Books is now “opt-in” only. No contact information will be published unless you intentionally supply it by participating in the book. If you do not provide your contact information, only your name and class year will be included within the Red Book (John Doe J.D. ’74).
  2. The deadline to review and complete your profile is Thursday, September 19.
  3. If you come across an error message, please make sure you are using the preferred web browser, Google Chrome.
  4. You have the option to submit a Remembrance note on behalf of a classmate. Please view the list of departed classmates on the Remembrances form. The link for this form is also available once you have completed your Red Book profile found on the confirmation page.

How to Update Your Profile

  • Step 1: Claim Your HarvardKey
    • To confirm your profile online, you will first need to claim your HarvardKey. HarvardKey is the University’s new single, convenient log-in for access to online resources, providing simpler, more secure access to the University’s applications and services. To claim your HarvardKey, you will need your unique HAA ID number. You can find this number in the emails you receive regarding Reunion.
    • If you have not set up your HarvardKey: Visit https://key.harvard.edu and click on the ‘Claim Your HarvardKey’ link. Click the Alumni tab and follow the instructions, then proceed with the directions below.
    • If you have already claimed your HarvardKey, please move onto step 2.
  • Step 2: Log In and Update Your Profile
  • Step 3: Confirmation
    • After submitting your Red Book profile, you will receive a confirmation email. Please review the content in the email to ensure that it was submitted properly.

Red Book FAQ

Find more information and details about Red Book by reading these frequently asked questions.

Red Book FAQ

Red Book Writing Suggestions

Narratives are the heart and soul of the Red Books.

We strongly encourage you to add a narrative to your profile. Many alumni write about their careers, family life, hobbies, travels, and messages to classmates.

Having writer’s block? Here are some writing prompts to consider:

  1. Write about a memorable time at HLS or a professor you were fond of.
  2. Tell us about your professional and personal path since you left HLS.
  3. Share any exciting news about your career and your personal life.
  4. Describe the most exciting place you have traveled to.
  5. What are you looking forward to most over the next year: travel plans, a big move, career changes, children, grandchildren etc.
  6. Since your last HLS Reunion or Red Book entry, have you acquired any new hobbies or interests?

Class Remembrances

Remembrances of your departed classmates are meaningful and are appreciated by your peers. Additionally, when relatives of the departed contact our office for information about their loved ones, it is nice to be able to share these messages with them.

Submit a Remembrance Note

Please view the list of departed classmates on the Remembrances form. The link for this form is also available once you have completed your Red Book profile. If you know of an additional deceased classmate, please notify us at reunions@law.harvard.edu and, if possible, provide an obituary.

Questions

HarvardKey Questions?

Please contact the HLS HarvardKey support line at 617-495-5631 or HLS Alumni Records at alumrec@law.harvard.edu 

Red Book Questions?

Please contact Harvard Law School Alumni Relations at 617-384-9523 or reunions@law.harvard.edu