Homecoming Schedule 2023

Country Roads Taking Me Home . . .

HOMECOMING WEEKEND S e p t . 29 - O c t . 1, 2023

r o f s u Join HOMECOMING WEEKEND 2023 Greetings Alumni & Friends, Autumn. A wonderful time of year everywhere, and nowhere more than Bethany, West Virginia.

Leaves on the trees will change colors. Footballs will be flying through the air. Cool mornings, warm sunny days (well except for last year on Saturday!). A great time to get in the spirit of homecoming.

This year’s theme – yes, there is a theme – is “Country Roads Taking Me Home.” I think we all can get into that spirit. Wear your green and white; the online college bookstore has plenty to order if your closet is empty! Break out those cowboy hats and boots – we know you have them!

Every fall, we feature the most treasured events from prior Homecoming weekends while sprinkling in new or improved ones as well. This year will be no different. The traditional Art Show will become a full-blown charity event with faculty, students, and alumni being given the chance to display their creativity, with an option to sell their wares to raise money for the Fine Arts Department. A Black Student Union reception will be held for the first time. The Tiger Joyce Golf Outing, now underwritten by Main Street Bank, will be Friday morning at Highland Springs and will accommodate many more golfers than last year. And the former Alumni Awards Dinner is being tweaked to welcome everyone to a fun, more casual kick off to the weekend Friday evening with music, entertainment, and a casual buffet dinner.

One more thing remains the same is our commitment to provide a wonderful experience for everyone who attends all or any part of the Weekend. Don’t forget to share your photos by using our hashtag - #BisonHomecoming2023.

Our team is looking forward to seeing everyone September 29 – October 1.

Deno Emili ‘78 Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Planned Giving

REGISTER today Scan the QR code to register or visit

bethanywv.edu/homecoming Upon arrival to campus, stop by registration at the Erickson Alumni Center to pick up your materials.

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e v i at nt Te SCHEDULE of EVENTS Friday, September 29 * Registration Required 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Registration Erickson Alumni Center

Stop by to pick up your nametag, tickets, reunion

gift, and welcome information. Complimentary

Starbucks drinks will be available along with a bookstore coupon.

9 a.m.

Main Street Bank Golf Scramble* 8:30 a.m. Check in/Registration $125 Individual/$425 Foursome

Highland Springs Golf Course

Join fellow golfers for the 19th annual golf

outing. Come back to campus afterwards for a luncheon and post-game ceremonies.

3:30 – 5 p.m.

1933 Society Ceremony & Reception* James E. Allison Patio at Erickson Alumni Center

Inviting all members of the 1933 Society to join

Founder Alecia Ford ‘91 in celebration of new inductees.

4:30 – 6 p.m.

Class Reunion Receptions* Richardson Lawn

Beginning with the Class of 1973 and celebrating

every 5 & 10 year reunion between then and now!

4:30 – 6 p.m.

Class of 1973 Reception* Boomer’s 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Homecoming Celebration* - $25 Commencement Hall

Kick off this exciting weekend with friends,

entertainment, food, drinks, music, and celebrate

our annual alumni award recipients.

8 – 10 p.m.

Art Expression and Charity Event Renner Art Gallery

Students, alumni, and faculty will have an

opportunity to share their talent in a session open

to all. Email karinw12@optonline.net for details.

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e v i at nt Te SCHEDULE of EVENTS Saturday, September 30 * Registration Required 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Registration 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Erickson Alumni Center

1 p.m. - 6 p.m. 5th Quarter Tent

Stop by to pick up your nametag, tickets, reunion

gift, and welcome information. Complimentary

Starbucks and bookstore coupons will be available.

8:30 – 10 a.m.

Greek Life Breakfast* Commencement Hall

Inviting all Greek Life alumni, employees, and

students – past and present – to gather together

and enjoy a morning breakfast!

10 a.m. Men’s Lacrosse Alumni Game Bison Stadium, Coach Don Ault Field Watch alumni play current players!

10:15 – 11:15 a.m.

Live Town Hall Wailes Theatre

Join the alumni council, President Dr. Jamie

Caridi, and Ken Bado for a live town hall.

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Family Fun Richardson Lawn Join us for a family-friendly event.

11 a.m. Tailgate Area Open Hummel Field House

To reserve a tailgate spot, email Erikka Sansom at esansom@bethanywv.edu.

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Grimes Lecture Series featuring Julia Huffman ’90 Wailes Theatre

Julia is an award-winning producer who has worked

in multiple film genres across TV, film, and digital

content, with an emphasis on wildlife, human interest stories, and investigative journalism.

12 – 2 p.m.

11:30 a.m. Ring Ceremony

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Women’s Volleyball Hummel Field House Cheer on the Bison and witness the awarding of championship rings to last year’s PAC champions.

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12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Black Student Union Reception* Boomer’s 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Class of 1973 Gathering* Renner Art Gallery Will include luncheon and remembrance ceremony.

1 – 1:15 p.m.

Class of 1992 Outdoor Seating Dedication Morlan Hall Lawn

Join donors from the Class of ‘92 and others

who have contributed, for the dedication of a

beautiful new landscaped seating area.

1:30 – 1:45 p.m.

Kirkpatrick Lab Dedication Kirkpatrick Hall 1:45 – 2 p.m.

John Hull Psych Lab Dedication Kirkpatrick Hall 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Sip’n’Paint* - $25 (space limited) Renner Art Gallery

Inviting members of the Class of ‘73 and friends

to join Kenn Morgan for wine and creativity.

2:30 p.m.

Bronze Bison & Major Donor Reception Ault Field End Zone

Meet the Homecoming Court and socialize with other generous Bethanians.

2:30 p.m.

Football Game* Bison Stadium, Coach Don Ault Field

Registration required for complimentary tickets.

3 – 4 p.m.

Class Photos Tailgate Area by the 5th Quarter Tent 5 – 8 p.m.

5th Quarter* - $20 Tailgate Area

Stay around after the football game to enjoy

music and celebrate the evening. Tickets include

unlimited food, drinks, and adult beverages.

7:30 – 11 p.m.

Bigger, Better Open Mic Boomer’s

Express yourself at a student-alumni art mixer.

Poetry, spoken word, comedy, theatrical

performances, and all genres of music welcome.

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e v i at Tent SCHEDULE of EVENTS Sunday, October 1 * Registration Required 9 – 10:30 a.m.

Scroll Breakfast* Wilson Lodge – Glassworks, Oglebay Resort Open to the Class of 1973 and all other alumni who have already celebrated their 50th reunion.

10:45 a.m.

Church Service Bethany Memorial Church

11 a.m. Class of 1973 Party Renner Art Gallery

Hosted by Doug and Kris Newmann Molner and Fritz Newmann Guthrie.

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ACCOMMODATIONS Hotel Location Phone Miles Away Oglebay Resort** 465 Lodge Dr. Wheeling, WV 26003

877.436.1797

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Springhill Suites** 908 National Rd. Wheeling, WV 26003

304.232.8903

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Hampton Inn** 795 National Rd. Wheeling, WV 26003

304.233.0440

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Hawthorn Suites

by Wyndham

20 Bob Wise Dr. Triadelphia, WV 26059

304.218.2500

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites

45 Wayfarer Dr. Triadelphia, WV 26059

304.907.4470

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Microtel Inn & Suites 85 Fort Henry Rd. Triadelphia, WV 26059

304.547.4550

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Fairfield Inn & Suites 660 Cabela Dr. 304.219.2020 Triadelphia, WV 26059

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Hampton Inn & Suites 35 Bob Wise Dr. Triadelphia, WV 26059

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304.547.4222

**Bethany also has blocks of rooms at these facilities with a limited amount available. Please call in advance and mention Bethany Homecoming to ensure that your accommodations are discounted.

We can’t wait to see you!

If you have any questions or prefer to register over the phone, please contact Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Planned Giving Deno Emili ‘78 at demili@bethanywv.edu or 304.829.7633.

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