Homecoming Schedule
Nov. 8-10, 2024
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Homecoming
So much to do in just three days!
We are still adding events to the Homecoming schedule, so please check back for the latest updates!
The link to register for events will be available soon!
Friday, Nov. 8 2024
DEPARTMENTAL ALUMNI PRESENTATION
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Classrooms
Alumni guest lecturers and presenters will be available in classrooms throughout campus as arranged by faculty members.
HOMECOMING CHAPEL
10:20-11:15 p.m. | Chapel
Students and alumni are invited to hear the stories of alumni who are working and serving around the world. Their experiences and perspectives are curated to provide insight to the curricular theme of the chapel semester. Several alumni awards will be presented during this time.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
3 p.m. | Ariel Arena
St. Mary-of-the-Woods College vs. Aquinas
Adults $7 / Seniors and Children $5
Tickets available at the door.
THE BOESGER CHRISTIAN BUSINESS LEADER SERIES
3:30 p.m. | Location TBD
Christian business leaders who have successfully led organizations with ethics and excellence share with MVNU students. The 2024 guest speaker is Steven Michael '76. He will share his experience with the military and Department of Defense. The symposium is made possible by a generous endowment from Len and Betty Boesger.
REUNIONS
Various times and locations
Join the Homecoming tradition and catch up with your classmates. For specific details on your reunion, visit the Reunions page.
COUGAR WOMEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
5 p.m. | Ariel Arena
Cougars vs Concordia University
Adults $7 / Seniors and Children $5
Tickets available at the door.
SCHNORMEIER GALLERY EXHIBIT
5 p.m. | Gallery Talk | Buchwald Center, Schnormeier Gallery (downtown)
6-8 p.m. | Reception
Join us for the evening and a Gallery Talk with alumni artist Kimberly Rhyan '00. A reception will immediately follow.
ALUMNI CELEBRATION
6-9 p.m. | Ariel Arena, Foster Hall
Hang out together with former classmates, friends, faculty, and staff. Enjoy an unforgettable time with friends, finger food and admission is free with your ticket to the MVNU basketball games.
KING AND QUEEN CORONATION
6:50 p.m. | Ariel Arena
Elected class representatives are announced as the Homecoming Court features student leadership and service profiles followed by the announcement of the student-elected king and queen.
COUGAR MEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
7:30 p.m. | Ariel Arena
MVNU vs Trinity Christian
Adults $7 / Seniors and Children $5
Tickets available at the door.
Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024
REUNIONS
Various times and locations
Join the Homecoming tradition and catch up with your classmates. For specific details on your reunion, visit the Reunions page.
EARLY BIRD TURKEY TROT
Details to come!
DONUTS & DEVOTIONS
9-10 a.m. | Prince Student Union
Start your morning off right with a devotional by Cynthia Sizemore, donuts and coffee. Hear the latest campus updates, network and fellowship with other alumni and community.
3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
10 a.m. | Prince Student Union
This tournament is for alumni, students, faculty and staff! Prizes for the winning teams in each division! Single or double elimination depending on the number of teams. We are offering a Men's A Division, Men's B Division, and Women's Division. If you have any questions please reach out to us by email at alumni@mvnu.edu.
SCHNORMEIER GALLERY
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Buchwald Center, Schnormeier Gallery (downtown)
Come downtown and view the works of our alumni artist, Kimberly Rhyan '00. For more information on this exhibit, please visit the Schnormeier Gallery page.
1970’S CLASS MEETING & LUNCH
10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Hyson Campus Center, President's Dining Room
The Pioneer Class of 1970 will host their annual meeting while having lunch in the President's Dining Room located in the Dining Commons. Class updates will be included along with time with our guest, Ed Cable, Director of Planned Giving.
NURSING DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Hunter Hall
Alumni and community members are invited to view our beautiful nursing facilities and visit with MVNU nursing faculty.
AFFINITY REUNIONS
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Various locations
Individual interest groups, leadership teams, or departmental groups gather at specified locations.
MEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
12 p.m. | Ariel Arena
Trinity Christian vs TBA
Adults $7 / Seniors and Children $5
Tickets available at the door.
MUSIC DEPARTMENT CONCERT
1-2:30 p.m. | R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium
MVNU student choirs and wind ensembles provide a medley of musical entertainment.
COUGAR WOMEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
1 p.m. | Ariel Arena
MVNU vs IU East
Adults $7 / Seniors and Children $5
Tickets available at the door.
PIONEER SPIRIT GATHERING
2:30-4 p.m. | Dining Commons, Hyson Campus Center
Alumni and guests from the classes of 1970-1975, please join us for an informal gathering in the Dining Commons. Drinks and cookies will be provided along with time to enjoy each other's company.
PRESIDENT'S RECEPTION
4 p.m. | Ariel Arena, Foster Hall
More details to come!
COUGAR MEN'S BASKETBALL GAME
4 p.m. | Ariel Arena
MVNU vs TBA
Adults $7 / Seniors and Children $5
Tickets available at the door.
MVNU FALL PLAY
TIme: TBA | R.R. Hodges Chapel, Thorne Performance Hall
Details to be announced!
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024
CONVERSATIONS WITH DR. CASTLEMAN
8:30 a.m. | The Gathering Place
Dr. Castleman will share his personal story, testimony, and vision for the spiritual culture of MVNU along with his desire for spiritual growth in the lives of students.
More details to come!