Homecoming and Reunions 2026
(Draft Schedule - Schedule to Change)

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General Information & Logistics
  • The Registration Desk (McGriff Alumni House): First stop for nametags, event schedules, and homecoming swag.
    • Thursday: noon–5 p.m. | Friday: 8 a.m.– 6 p.m. | Saturday: 8 a.m.– noon

  • Campus Tours / Information Sessions for Prospective Students (Fulford):

    • Thursday: 8:30–10 a.m. & 2–3:30 p.m.| Friday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m. | Saturday: 8 a.m.–noon

  • Morning Prayer (St. Augustine Chapel):

    • Thursday & Friday: 8:30 a.m.
  • Evening Prayer (St. Augustine's Chapel):
    • Thursday & Friday: 4 p.m.

  • Hospitality Center (McGriff Alumni House): Thursday: noon–5 p.m. | Friday & Saturday: 8 a.m.–9 p.m.

    • Includes refreshments, restroom facilities, and seating.

Thursday, November 5

4:30-6 p.m.:  Happy Hour at McGriff (casual dress, cold drinks, and snacks).

Friday, November 6

  • 8–11 a.m.: Back to the Classroom (visit regular academic classes).

  • 9–10 a.m.: Tour of Fowler Center (meet at Fowler Lobby)

  • 9–10:30 a.m.: Campus tour and information session (Admissions / Fulford Hall)

  • 10 a.m.–4 p.m.: Art Exhibition (TBD).

  • 1–3:30 p.m.: Alumni Activities (Panel discussions/Guest Speaker)

  • 1:30–3 p.m.: Hike (TBD)

  • 2:30–4 p.m.: Academic Departmental Showcases.

  • 3:30–5 p.m.: Affinity Reunions (Biehl Commons)

  • 4 p.m.: Carillon tour (Shapard Tower) 

  • 4:30–6 p.m.: Welcome home Happy Hour (Alumni tent).

  • 5:30–7:30 p.m.: Class reunion parties (Location by class year)

  • 7:30–10:30 p.m.: Band at Spencer Quad (next to McGriff)

Saturday, November 7

  • 7:30 a.m.: Fun Run for Alumni (McGriff Alumni House).

  • 8–9:30 a.m.: Invitation-Only Breakfast (Chen Hall).

  • 10 a.m.: All Alumni Celebration (All Saints’ Chapel).

  • 11 a.m.–12:45 p.m.: Reunion Brunch and Tailgate (Centennial House).

  • 12:30 p.m.: Homecoming parade lineup.

  • 1 p.m.: Homecoming football game (vs. Rhodes).

  • 5–7 p.m.: All alumni post-game barbeque.

  • 7–10 p.m.: All alumni dance (Spencer Quad next to McGriff).

Sunday, November 8

  • 8 a.m.: Holy Eucharist (All Saints' Chapel)

  • 9 a.m.: Farewell brunch (McClurg)

  • 9:30 a.m.: Memorial service (St. Augustine’s)

  • 11 a.m.: Holy Eucharist (All Saints' Chapel)

Class of 1976 Reunion

  • Thursday: Party at Clifftops

  • Friday: Casual lunch at Rhea Bowden’s house; driving tours of campus; evening at Chen Hall

  • Saturday: Dinner at the Sewanee Inn

  • Sunday: Farewell brunch at McClurg