CGEA Awards & Legacy Celebration
April 28, 5:15 to 6:30 p.m.Join us for a special evening honoring the legacy and future of the CGEA. As we gather during this historic final CGEA meeting in its current form, this celebration offers space to reflect, connect, and celebrate the people and contributions that have defined our community. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast as we recognize award recipients, including the CGEA Laureate. Whether you are new to CGEA or a long‑standing member, this moment is one we hope you will share with us as we close one chapter and look ahead together.
Live music and a special segment featuring artist Anne Labovitz will add to the spirit of the evening, creating moments of reflection, creativity, and connection.
CGEA Sharables – Pieces of a Whole
Inspired by the legacy of collaboration, scholarship, and community that defines CGEA, Artist-in-Residence Anne Labovitz will create a live, participatory artwork throughout the conference. Prompted by the question, “What does CGEA mean to you?” Labovitz will paint participants’ words in real time, transforming collective voices into a beautiful painting. As each response is integrated, the work becomes a collaborative portrait of CGEA. It will then be carefully divided and distributed to attendees as a small “sharable” artwork. The artwork serves as a metaphor for our community, where each individual is an enduring part of the CGEA whole.
Mayo Clinic Tours
Explore Mayo Clinic: Tours & Campus Experiences | April 29, 12:15 and 12:30 p.m.
During your time in Rochester, conference attendees will have opportunities to explore the Mayo Clinic campus and its rich history through a variety of tour experiences. These offerings are designed to complement the conference theme, “Teaching Medicine, Nurturing Humanism” by providing insight into the culture, values, and legacy that shape Mayo Clinic’s approach to education, collaboration, and patient‑centered care.
Opportunities to explore Mayo Clinic’s history, art, and architecture and deepen your understanding of Mayo Clinic’s mission and legacy
Access to guided or self‑guided campus experiences
Details regarding tour availability, formats, and access information will be shared during the conference.
CGEA Community and Connection Walk
Start your final conference day with movement, connection, and a taste of Rochester!
As part of the CGEA Conference, we invite attendees to join an optional 2‑mile morning walk designed to foster community and highlight Rochester for our many first‑time visitors.
Day: Wednesday, April 29
Time: Gathering in lobby 6:30 a.m.; Walk from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Distance: ~2 miles (easy, conversational pace)
Start & End: Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area
Route Highlights: Soldier’s Field Park, Coffee stop near Café Steam
Participants will gather in Hilton lobby at 6:30 a.m., where bottled water will be available and walk leaders and volunteers will help organize the group.
