PRELIMINARY Homecoming and Reunions 2025— All-alumni Schedule (reunion schedules at the bottom of overall schedule)

Homecoming & Reunion Weekend 2025
October 31–November 2, 2025

Registration Desk (McGriff Alumni House, Georgia Avenue)
Open Thursday 1–6 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.–noon

Homecoming events are open to all registered guests. Individual class reunion events are listed below in the Reunion Events section.

Parking: Visitor parking is available behind Fulford Hall, along Georgia Avenue, behind duPont Library, and in designated spaces along University Avenue. Tennessee state code prohibits parking in bike lanes. Vehicles parked in the bike lane on University Avenue will be cited for violation.

All-Alumni Schedule

Thursday, Oct. 30

8:30 a.m. Morning prayer at St. Augustine’s Chapel, inside All Saints’ Chapel.

9 a.m.–4 p.m. Are you in the midst of the college search for one of your students? Do you need help navigating the financial aid process (at Sewanee or FAFSA in general)? The Office of Financial Aid is available to answer your questions. No appointment necessary; stop by Fulford Hall, second floor.

Sewanee Taxi Van Service (Just for Alumni!)
Friday, 4:30 p.m.–1:30 a.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m.–1:30 a.m.
When you need a ride anywhere in a six-mile radius, call 931.598.1779.

9:15 a.m. Information session and campus tour for prospective high school students and families. If you have college-bound children attending Homecoming with you, plan to attend. Sponsored by the Office of Admission. Registration required: new.sewanee.edu/admission-aid/visit.

1–5 p.m. Exhibit. Artifacts of Extinction: Untold Stories from the University Archives Collection (curated by Introduction to Museum Studies Students, Easter 2025). Museum Gallery of University Archives and Special Collections, William R. Laurie University Archives (next to duPont Library).

1–6 p.m. Hospitality center at McGriff Alumni House. Swing by between events to relax. Refreshments, restrooms, and a comfy atmosphere.

1–6 p.m. Registration at McGriff Alumni House (Georgia Ave.). Pick up nametag, schedule, and Homecoming & Reunion gift!

1:15 p.m. Information session and campus tour for prospective high school students and families. (Same program as 9:15 a.m.) Registration required.

4 p.m. Evening prayer at St. Augustine’s Chapel, inside All Saints’ Chapel.

5–6 p.m. Conversation with award-winning author Sheri Joseph, C’89, and Jennifer Davis Michael, C’89, at the University Bookstore. Sheri will also sign her new book Angels at the Gate.

7–9 p.m. Class of 1975 reunion kick-off party. At the Sewanee home of Leah, C’75, and Lee, C’74, McGriff, 1250 Can Tex Drive.

7–9 p.m. Class of 1985 reunion kick-off party. At the Assembly home of Mary Louise and John Clark, C’85. #82 Lagniappe. Park behind the Assembly on North Central Avenue (turn by fire station).

8 p.m. Domain After Dark Sewanee walking ghost tour. Meet at All Saints’ Chapel (if you dare!).

9 p.m.–midnight Phi Gamma Delta (Fiji) invites alumni to stop by 55 Mitchell Ave. Catch up and hear the band 3rd Generation.

Friday, Oct. 31

8 a.m.–noon Back to class. Sit in on favorite classes (no blue books required!).

8 a.m.–6 p.m. Registration at McGriff Alumni House. Pick up your nametag, schedule, and Homecoming & Reunion gift!

8 a.m.–6 p.m. Hospitality center open at McGriff Alumni House. Refreshments, restrooms, gathering space.

Gown Library Collection: The Order of the Gown has started a “gown library” for members who cannot afford a gown. Alumni are encouraged to donate their gowns (with a note if you wish) so a student can keep the tradition going. Donations accepted all weekend at the registration desk in McGriff Alumni House.

9 a.m.–noon Exhibit. Artifacts of Extinction (University Archives). William R. Laurie University Archives, next to duPont Library.

9 a.m.–4 p.m. Financial Aid Q&A for families (Fulford Hall, second floor). Help with Sewanee aid and FAFSA.

9:15 a.m. Admission info session & campus tour for prospective students and families. Registration required.

10 a.m. Portrait unveiling and dedication to honor Professor Emeritus of Religion Herbert Wentz. Remarks by John Reishman, Jon Meacham, C’91, and Rob Pearigen, C’76. McGriff Alumni House.

10 a.m.–3 p.m. Pop-up alumni business tent. Browse products by Joseph Riley Land, C’98 (featured in Southern Living) and pick up Unrivaled: Sewanee 1899 by Norman Jetmundsen, C’76. McGriff lawn.

10 a.m.–5 p.m. Exhibit. Nalani Stolz, soft bones, tender body, University Art Gallery in Guerry Hall. The UAG is celebrating its 60th anniversary—come share your memories of past exhibits and visiting artists.

11 a.m. Abbo’s Alley hike led by Louis Rice, C’73, superintendent of Abbo’s Alley. Meet at the ticket booth by the football field.

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Chemistry Department Halloween party. Jeopardy and light snacks with current students and faculty. Costumes optional. Blackman Auditorium.

1 p.m. Chemistry seminar. Dr. Isabel Smith, C’20: “Mercury Exposure and Health Risks in a Warming Arctic: Linking Hydrology, Chemistry, and Ecology.” Blackman Auditorium.

1–2:30 p.m. Alumni hike on the Caldwell Rim Trail along the upper reaches of Lost Cove. Meet at the trailhead at the end of Bob Stewman Road. Guided by Mary Priestley, C’72. Optional extended hike to Point Disappointment.

1–3 p.m. Office of Global Citizenship open house. Reunion for anyone who studied/volunteered abroad, was an international student, lives abroad, etc. Networking with current students. Torian-Watson House, 143 South Carolina Ave.

1–3 p.m. Aviation at Sewanee Homecoming reception. Fly the simulator at the Sewanee-Franklin County Airport (262 Airport Rd.).

1–5 p.m. Exhibit. Artifacts of Extinction (see description above). University Archives, next to duPont Library.

1–5 p.m. Carlson Listening Room open house. World-class audio setup surrounded by thousands of LPs and CDs from Father William Ralston and Dr. Charles Harrison. 2nd floor, duPont Library.

1:15–3 p.m. Admission info session & campus tour for prospective students and families. Registration required.

1:30 p.m. Meet the Deans. Hear from Jennifer Cooley (Dean of the College), Chris Epperson (Dean of All Saints’ Chapel & University Chaplain), and Nicky Campbell, C’99 (Dean of Students & VP of Student Activities). Naylor Auditorium, Gailor Hall.

2 p.m. Sewanee Herbarium open house. Spencer 171 (the Herbarium).

2–4 p.m. Math and Computer Science alumni reception. At the home of Professor Catherine Cavagnaro, 482 Wiggins Creek Dr.

2–5 p.m. Sewanee yearbook surplus giveaway. Lost your yearbook? Pick up a replacement. duPont Library.

2:30 p.m. Arcadia at Sewanee info session. Hear about plans for a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Sewanee and how it could enrich life on the Mountain. Naylor Auditorium, Gailor Hall.

3 p.m. Eighth annual frisbee golf tournament. Meet at the 19th hole, McGriff Alumni House, to play the Manigault Park course.

3 p.m. Phacelia sewaneensis! Prof. Jon Evans (Biology) on the discovery of a new species of plant found in Shakerag Hollow, the Sewanee purple Phacelia. Spencer Hall 172.

3–5 p.m. Biehl Commons open house. New gathering space for faculty and students. Refreshments and light snacks. 685 University Ave. (across from All Saints’ Chapel).

3–5 p.m. Sewanee author showcase. Meet alumni authors Kirk Battle, C’25; Mark Elberfeld, C’00; Sheri Joseph, C’89; James T. Matthews, C’75; Jennifer Davis Michael, C’89; and Kelly Smith Trimble, C’00. Stories behind their books + book signing. The Social Lodge (corner of Georgia & Mississippi Avenues). Refreshments provided.

3–5 p.m. Webb Greenhouse/Woods Labs open house. Jonathan Ertelt, C’78, will be on hand to point out special plants and answer questions. Woods Labs.

3:30–5 p.m. Ralston Library open house in the Charles Harrison Reading Room. Refreshments, memories, and music. All alumni welcome.

3:30–5:30 p.m. Wine and cheese reception for Snowden alumni, family, and friends. Hosted by the Department of Earth and Environmental Systems. Snowden Hall lobby.

4 p.m. Tour Sewanee’s historic cemetery with Dr. John Willis, duPont Professor of History. Meet at the gates across from Stirling’s Coffee House.

4 p.m. Cartoon Day: “Jimmy Durante Caricatures in Warner Brothers and MGM Animation, 1942–1948,” with Dr. Greg Clark, professor emeritus of art history. Naylor Auditorium, Gailor Hall.

4 p.m. Evening prayer at St. Augustine’s Chapel, inside All Saints’ Chapel.

4–5:30 p.m. Theta Pi Open House. Mississippi Ave.

4:30–6 p.m. Friends of the Babson Center for Global Commerce open house. All welcome. Main Quadrangle. Refreshments provided.

5:30 p.m. Welcome home all-alumni reception. Come see friends and professors at this all-class gathering that kicks off the weekend. Alumni tent next to McGriff Alumni House. Hosted by the Alumni Executive Board.

6 p.m. C’70, C’65, C’60, and Exornati reception and dinner. Centennial House, 49 Roarks Cove Rd.

6 p.m. Red Ribbon Society Homecoming celebration (Red Ribbon members only). Sewanee home of Joe Delozier, C’77.

Class reunion parties. See the individual reunion schedule for times and party information.
Class of 1960, Centennial House
Class of 1965, Centennial House
Class of 1970, Centennial House
Exornati (over 50th reunion), Centennial House
Class of 1975, Chen Hall
Class of 1980, Eaves home
Class of 1985, Sewanee Inn
Class of 1990, Patrick home
Class of 1995, Golf Lodge
Class of 2000, Judith Tavern
Class of 2005, Convocation Hall
Class of 2010, Sewanee Inn
Class of 2015, Shenanigans

9 p.m.–midnight Mixer with Phi Gamma Delta, ADT, and KD. Fiji House, 55 Mitchell Ave.

9:30–11:30 p.m. All-alumni Halloween band party with live music by Entice. McGriff Alumni House tent. Dance the night away! (Bring ID if you look under 21.)

10 p.m. Sewanee ghost stories by Annie Armour, C’77, author of Haunted Sewanee. Tales of local haunted places, the Headless Gownsmen, the ghost that plays the organ, and more. William R. Laurie University Archives, next to duPont Library.

Saturday, Nov. 1

8 a.m. Fun run for alumni beginning at McGriff Alumni House. Start the day with a 5K to the Cross and back.

8–10 a.m. Breakfast, McClurg Dining Hall. Drop-in. Your nametag is your ticket. Enjoy breakfast as the students do!

8 a.m.–noon Registration at McGriff Alumni House. Pick up your nametag, schedule of events, and a Homecoming gift! (Pre-registered afternoon pickup will be self-serve.)

8 a.m.–noon Book and product sale. Unrivaled: Sewanee 1899, the beautiful coffee table book authored by Norman Jetmundsen, C’76, P’16, about the remarkable story of the undefeated football team of 1899. Joseph Riley Land, C’98, will showcase his popular home decor line featured in Southern Living. Alumni pop-up tent (library side of McGriff Alumni House).

8 a.m.–9 p.m. Hospitality center at McGriff Alumni House. Refreshments, restrooms, and a great atmosphere to make you feel right at home.

8–9:30 a.m. Breakfast honoring members of the Charlotte Manigault Society, Order of the Purple, and Sewanee Fund and reunion volunteers. By invitation. Volunteer photo at 9 a.m. Chen Hall, 607 University Ave.

9:30 a.m. All-alumni celebration in All Saints’ Chapel. Presentation of alumni awards and class reunion gifts and remarks from Vice-Chancellor Rob Pearigen.
Distinguished Alumnus Award: Halsey Cook, C’85, and Mary Hance, C’75
Distinguished Young Alumnus Award: Trey Reliford, C’10
Distinguished Faculty Award: Sid Brown, professor of religion, and David Haskell, professor of biology
John R. Crawford Distinguished Service Award: Greer Broemel, C’75, and John Baar, C’75

Class of 1975 photo immediately following the all-alumni celebration. Nave altar, All Saints’ Chapel.

10 a.m. Alumni softball game. Join other former members of the Sewanee softball team for a fun game. Tiger softball field, Old Farm Road.

10 a.m.–2 p.m. Carlson Listening Room open house. Enjoy the world’s finest audio components surrounded by thousands of LPs and CDs from the personal collections of Father William Ralston and Dr. Charles Harrison. Second floor, duPont Library.

10 a.m.–5 p.m. Exhibit. Nalani Stolz, soft bones, tender body, University Art Gallery. The University Art Gallery is celebrating its 60th anniversary in Guerry Hall. Stop by and share your memories.

10:30 a.m. Volleyball vs. Oglethorpe, Juhan Gymnasium.

10:30 a.m. All-alumni pre-game tailgate party. Shrimp and grits, brunch food, and Bloody Marys. Alumni tent, McGriff Alumni House.

10:30 a.m. Gathering of the Alumni Greek Council volunteers. Lawn of McGriff near duPont Library.

11 a.m.–1 p.m. ADT alumni welcome home reception. ADT House, Mississippi Avenue.

11 a.m.–1 p.m. Phi Kappa Epilson invites PKE alums to stop by their tent next to the football field for light refreshments.

11 a.m.–5 p.m. Tiger Student Ventures custom T-shirts and Sewanee merchandise. Harris Stadium. Made-to-order Sewanee-themed T-shirts, tiger hats, and more.

11:30 a.m. Homecoming parade. Join the walk with other alumni from the tailgate party to the football field. Line up by reunion class or group (banners provided for you) and follow the bagpipes to join this tradition! Begin in front of McGriff Alumni House.

Noon Homecoming football game vs. Trinity University, Hardee-McGee Field.

The concession stand at the football field is run by Housing Sewanee Inc.—Sewanee’s version of Habitat for Humanity. Proceeds go directly to purchase building materials for client homes. Please stop by during Homecoming to purchase a delicious hot dog and a refreshing drink.

Pop-up University Book and Supply Store. Harris Stadium, tent near Texas Avenue. Get Sewanee merchandise and a signed copy of Unrivaled: Sewanee 1899 by Norman Jetmundsen, C’76.

Football halftime tailgate party celebrating members of the 1858 Annual Giving Societies, including the Breslin Society and the 25 Years of Giving Society. Invitation only. Centennial House Lawn, 49 Roark’s Cove Road.

Football halftime tailgate party. The Sewanee home of Jodie Ames Williford, C’90. Texas Avenue.

Football halftime ADT tailgate party. Harris Stadium, ADT tent.

2–4 p.m. Cider Pressing. Farm Club will be making fresh apple cider this weekend. Come and help with the pressing and taste a free cup of cider. There will also be hot beignets. University Farm on Breakfield Road.

2–4 p.m. Mixer with Phi Gamma Delta, ADT, and KD. Fiji House, 55 Mitchell Ave.

3–5 p.m. Open house. The Webb Greenhouse will have open hours for visitors and alumni to see the diverse collection. Jonathan Ertelt, C’78, will be on hand to point out special plants and answer questions.

3 p.m. Women’s soccer vs. Centre College, Puett Field.

4 p.m. Class of 2020 5th reunion party at Shenanigans, upstairs party room.

4 p.m. Open house in Breslin Tower, with the Sewanee Guild of Change Ringers, Tower Captain John Solomon, C’70, and students. Please go up the Breslin Tower stairs to the bell-ringing room.

5 p.m. Post-game all-alumni barbecue, McGriff Alumni House. Live music by Broad Mountain Band. Alumni band members include David Michaels, C’95, and Peter Keeble, C’74.

5 p.m. Carillon tours and open house, Shapard Tower. Get a bird’s-eye view of the Sewanee campus while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the carillon. Please meet inside All Saints’ Chapel at the iron gate in the front of the nave.

5:30 p.m. Men’s soccer vs. Centre College, Puett Field.

6 p.m. Carillon concert by carillonneur Ray Gotko, Shapard Tower.

6 p.m. Class of 1970 reunion gathering. The home of George Bishop, C’70, 174 Carpenter Circle.

6 p.m. Class of 1975 reunion banquet. Sewanee Inn.

8–11 p.m. All-alumni dance with live music by Savage Gulf at the alumni tent next to McGriff Alumni House. Band members include John Greer, C’83; Drew Jones, C’86; Jim Startz, C’85; Fred Shepard, C’85; and David Turnbow, C’86. Dance the night away at this popular event! Bring your ID if you look under 21.

Don’t forget to “fall back” by setting your clocks back one hour.

Sunday, Nov. 2

8 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I at All Saints’ Chapel.

11 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II at All Saints’ Chapel, with music led by the University Choir. Prayers will be offered for alumni who died during the past year.

Noon Volleyball vs. Berry College, Juhan Gymnasium.

Noon–4 p.m. Exhibit. Nalani Stolz, soft bones, tender body, University Art Gallery. The University Art Gallery is celebrating its 60th anniversary in Guerry Hall. Stop by and share your memories.

1:30 p.m. Carillon tours and open house, Shapard Tower. Get a bird’s-eye view of campus and see the carillon up close. Meet inside All Saints’ Chapel at the iron gate in the front of the nave.

6:30 p.m. Growing in Grace. Contemporary worship service with informal Eucharist in All Saints’ Chapel. Theme for the semester: “The Joy We Share.” Tonight’s speaker: Kayla Deep, C’15, former lay chaplain.

Reunion Events

Exornati

Friday, 6 p.m. C’70, C’65, C’60, and Exornati reception and dinner. Centennial House, 49 Roarks Cove Road.

Friday, 9:30–11:30 p.m. All-alumni Halloween band party with live music by Entice, McGriff Alumni House tent. Bring your ID if you look under 21.

Friday, 10 p.m. Sewanee ghost stories by Annie Armour, C’77. Author of Haunted Sewanee, Annie will help us celebrate Halloween with the tales of local haunted places in Sewanee. Ever heard of the Headless Gownsmen? the ghost that plays the organ? Get spooked on Halloween with this special offering. William R. Laurie University Archives, next to duPont Library.

Saturday, 8–10 a.m. Breakfast, McClurg Dining Hall. Join fellow alumni for a drop-in breakfast. Your nametag serves as your ticket. Enjoy breakfast as the students do!

Saturday, 10:30 a.m. All-alumni pre-game tailgate party. Come gather before the game for shrimp and grits, brunch food, and Bloody Marys. Alumni tent, McGriff Alumni House.

Saturday, 11:30 a.m. Homecoming parade. Join the walk with other alumni from the tailgate party to the football field. Line up by reunion class or group (banners provided for you) and join this tradition! Begin in front of McGriff Alumni House.

Saturday, noon Homecoming football game vs. Trinity University, Hardee-McGee Field.

Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Exornati reunion party. Convocation Hall.

Saturday, 8–11 p.m. All-alumni dance with live music by Savage Gulf at the alumni tent next to McGriff Alumni House. Band members include John Greer, C’83; Drew Jones, C’86; Jim Startz, C’85; Fred Shepard, C’85; and David Turnbow, C’86. Dance the night away at this popular event! Bring your ID if you look under 21.

Sunday, 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I at All Saints’ Chapel.

Sunday, 11 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II at All Saints’ Chapel, with music led by the University Choir. Prayers will be offered for alumni who died during the past year.

Class of 1960 — 65th Reunion