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Friday, October 10
COMMON GROUNDS COFFEEHOUSE
University Commons 270
7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
EMU’s student-run campus gathering place for coffee and conversation.
REGISTRATION DESK
Seminary Building - main entrance lobby
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
A check-in station for Friday events, information on weekend events, name badges,
and tickets.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENT VISITATION
University Commons 121 - Admissions Office
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Prospective students and families can catch an hour-long tour during the day. Registration
preferred at emu.edu/admissions/campus-visit/daily.
GOLDEN ALUMNI REGISTRATION & MIXER
(REUNION CLASSES 1975 & EARLIER)
Seminary Building - Martin Chapel
10:30-11:15 a.m.
This prelude to the Golden Alumni Luncheon includes a check-in for name tags and a
chance to mingle with friends.
GOLDEN ALUMNI LUNCHEON* 
(REUNION CLASSES 1975 & EARLIER)
Seminary Building - Martin Chapel
11:30 a.m-1:30 p.m.
This gathering of alumni who attended EMU 50 or more years ago includes a program,
induction of the class of ‘75, and lunch. Tickets: $25. Registration required.
“A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE” CAMPUS TOUR*
Martin Chapel - outdoor steps
2-3 p.m.
This guided tour features stops at historic and modern spaces, including the new Track
& Field Complex and recently-renovated Student Union, Common Grounds, and Admissions
Office in University Commons. Registration required.
CLASS OF ‘65 & ‘70 REUNION*
Seminary Building 204 LOCATION CHANGED TO: Campus Center - Greeting Hall
2-4 p.m.
Registration required for this event celebrating the 60th reunion of the class of
1965 and 55th reunion of the class of 1970. Tickets: $10.
CLASS OF ‘75 50TH REUNION*
Seminary Building - Martin Chapel
2-4 p.m.
Celebrating the class of 1975. Registration required.
CLASS OF ‘80 REUNION*
Campus Center Greeting Hall LOCATION CHANGED TO: Seminary Building 204
2-4 p.m.
Registration required for this event celebrating the 45th reunion of the class of
1980. Tickets: $10.
MACSON MCGUIGAN '17 ART GALLERY EXHIBITION
University Campus 179 - The Margaret Martin Gehman Gallery
4 pm
Come enjoy Macson's breathtaking collection of nature photographs along with an accompanying
video.
ROYAL GALA OF GRATITUDE
(BY INVITE ONLY)
University Commons - Yoder Arena
5-7 p.m.
Invitation required for this annual appreciation stewardship event.
FIRST YEAR TEACHERS' DINNER
(BY INVITE ONLY)
Northlawn - East Dinning Room
6:30-8 p.m.
This event will celebrate EMU's Spring 2025 teacher education graduates on beginning their first year of teaching
or other vocation and to see how they are doing! Registration required.
CLASS OF 2005 REUNION
The home of Jared and Traci Stoltzfus
7p.m.
Alumni and your families!, join us at the home of Jared and Traci Stoltzfus for a
cozy evening of reconnecting and reminiscing around the fire pits.
A CAPPELLA CELEBRATION*
Lehman Auditorium
7:30 p.m.
This evening of music features a collaboration of local a cappella groups. Tickets:
$10.
Saturday, October 11
REGISTRATION DESK
University Commons - first floor
7:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
A check-in station for Saturday events, information on weekend events, name badges,
and tickets.
BREAKFAST
Dining Hall
7:30-9:30 a.m.
Fellow friends and alumni reminisce over breakfast at “the Caf.” Pay at the door.
PROSPECTIVE STUDENT VISITATION
University Commons 121 - Admissions Office
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Prospective students and families can catch an hour-long tour during the day. Registration
preferred at emu.edu/admissions/campus-visit/daily.
COMMON GROUNDS COFFEEHOUSE
University Commons 270
9 a.m.-2 p.m.
EMU’s student-run campus gathering place for coffee and conversation.
HOMECOMING KICKOFF CELEBRATION
Lehman Auditorium
9-9:45 a.m.
This kickoff of the day’s events features a welcome by Interim President Rev. Dr.
Shannon Dycus, live music, and snacks.
HALL OF HONOR CEREMONY
University Commons 170 - MainStage Theater
10-11 a.m.
This event will celebrate the 2025 Hall of Honor inductees: athletic events coordinator
Phil Guengerich ‘70, volleyball middle blocker Justin Reesor ‘10, soccer forward Mitchell
Leap ‘12, and basketball center David Falk ‘15.
BRUNCH
Dining Hall
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fellow alumni connect over a casual brunch. Pay at the door.
COLOR RUN CANCELLED
INTERIM PRESIDENT MEET-AND-GREET
Campus Center - greeting hall
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
A meet-and-greet with EMU’s new interim president, Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus.
WOMEN’S SOCCER VS. SWEET BRIAR
Turf Field
12 p.m.
The Royals take on the Vixens in this ODAC showdown.
SOCIAL WORK ALUMNI GATHERING
The Great Lounge - Northlawn 1st floor
12 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of EMU's social work program and the tenure of professor
Deanna Durham!
EVERY NATION CAMPUS (ENC) GATHERING
University Commons 177
12-1:30 p.m.
This gathering with ENC features pizza, games, and the word of God!
MIDDLE EAST INTERCULTURAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY
Campus Center 105 - Strite and Brunk Maust Lounge
12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
Celebrate the remarkable 50-year legacy of faculty-led interculturals to the Middle
East! Reminisce together with alumni of different eras, all shaped for a lifetime
by what you experienced in the Middle East as EMU undergrads.
PLANETARIUM VIEWINGS*
Suter Science Center 101
12:30-1:15 p.m. & 1:15-2 p.m.
These planetarium demonstrations showcase the capstone project of recent engineering
graduates. Registration required.
WCSC/WSSY 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
University Commons - Student Union
1-3 p.m.
Washington Community Scholars’ Center (WCSC)/Washington Study-Service Year (WSSY)
alumni come together to celebrate the 50-year legacy and future impact of this program.
EMU TENTALKS WITH ALUMNI AWARD WINNERS
Seminary Building - Martin Chapel
1:30-2:30 p.m.
Modeled after TED Talks, this event features the three 2025 alumni award winners—Fabrice
Guerrier MA ‘15 (conflict transformation), Brittany Caine-Conley ‘14, and Jess King
‘96—sharing their stories for 10 minutes each with a Q&A at the end.
MEN’S SOCCER VS. RANDOLPH
Turf Field
3 p.m.
In this Senior Day matchup, EMU takes on ODAC opponent Randolph.
EMU POP-UP SWAG SHOP
Thomas Plaza
3-7 p.m.
The Outpost will be on campus selling EMU swag at the kiosk.
ROYAL CITY CELEBRATION
Thomas Plaza/Front Lawn
3-7 p.m.
ALL alumni and affinity groups are invited to the Royal City Celebration for entertainment,
food trucks, and fun. Join EMU students, faculty and staff and friends old and new
as we fill Thomas Plaza and the Front Lawn for our largest gathering this Homecoming!
Based in Richmond, VA, the Premiere Band delivers high-energy performances across
genres like Motown, Classic Rock, 80s, and today's top hits. Come see them live at the Royal City Celebration during Homecoming!
CLASS OF ‘95 REUNION
Sage Bird Ciderworks - 325 N. Liberty St., Harrisonburg, VA
4-6 p.m.
Registration required for this event celebrating the 30th reunion of the class of
1995. (Private North Wing reserved. Cash/credit accepted for food/drink purchases.)
WOMEN’S FIELD HOCKEY VS. ROANOKE
Turf Field
6 p.m.
The Royals face the Maroons in this ODAC rivalry game.
BONFIRE (WEATHER AND CONDITIONS PERMITTING)
East of Turf Field at conclusion of field hockey game
HOCO “5’S & 0’S” AFTER-PARTY*
(REUNION CLASSES 1985-2020)
Capital Ale House - 41-A Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA
8:30-10:30 p.m.
Registration required for this event celebrating the classes of 1985, 1990, 1995,
2000, 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020. Tickets: $20. Registration required.
Sunday, October 12
HOMECOMING WORSHIP SERVICE
Seminary Building - Martin Chapel
10 a.m.
Dr. Benjamin Bergey, associate professor of music at EMU, will lead worship in this
reflective, meaningful service featuring music by EMU’s Chamber Singers. Bishop L.W.
Francisco III will offer a sermon.
Bishop L.W. Francisco III is a seasoned leader and author who serves as the Oversight Pastor of Calvary Community Church (C3 Hampton) and Presiding Bishop of Calvary Covenant Ministries Inc. In full-time ministry since 1990, he has dedicated his life to helping individuals and organizations live with clarity, purpose, and spiritual grounding.
*Registration required Livestream available on Facebook and YouTube
Schedule is subject to change.
