Buies Creek is planning to sport more black and orange than usual and not because of Halloween. Campbell University will host its annual Homecoming festivities on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2017.
Beginning nationwide in the early 1900s, college homecomings traditionally include a hallmark sporting event, class reunions and a parade. Campbell keeps with these traditions by featuring a football game versus Pioneer League opponent Jacksonville University, reunions for ’77, ’92, ’07, and the Golden Club and Alumni Village.
A full list of Homecoming Weeks events can be found below.
Schedule of Events
Monday, Oct. 23
Student Networking Dinner
Levine Hall | 5 p.m.
Open to all Campbell University juniors and seniors, this evening will feature keynote speaker, Brandy S. Propst, M.Ed, networking, dinner and alumni led roundtable sessions on networking, interview etiquette, resume building and entrepreneurship.
Tuesday, Oct. 24
Homecoming BBQ
Saylor Park | 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 25
Homecoming Hypnotist: CJ Johnson
Turner Auditorium | 8 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 26
Thank-A-Giver Day
Every year on the Thursday before Homecoming, more than 400 tags are placed on buildings and items — including offices, campus landmarks, sports equipment, and classrooms — to serve as a visual reminder that donor generosity has helped make Campbell what we know and love.
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Homecoming Bonfire
Saylor Park | 8-11 p.m.
The Campus Activities Board hosts this annual event featuring hot chocolate, music, free t-shirts and s’more!
Friday, Oct. 27
Lundy-Fetterman School of Business Alumni Recognition Day
Business School | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Alumni are invited back to speak to business classes and network with current students. The Lundy-Fetterman School of Business will honor its Outstanding and Young Alumni recipients during at 10 a.m. ceremony.
Campbell Law Alumni Reunion
Downtown Raleigh | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Campbell Law Alumni Association hosts an annual continuing education seminar followed by a reunion reception at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science at 6:30 p.m.
2017 Alumni Awards Recognition Dinner
By invitation only.
Levine Hall | 6 p.m.
The Alumni Board of Directors honor individuals who have exemplified qualities of outstanding leadership and service to their alma mater and their communities.
Homecoming HOOPla
Featuring Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball and Wrestling
Gore Arena | 7 p.m.
Meet the men’s and women’s basketball and wrestling teams. See performances by the Campbell band, cheerleaders and dance team. Three-point shootout, dunk contest and more!
Saturday, Oct. 28
Walter S. Barge Scholarship 5K
Eakes Athletic Complex | 9 a.m.
This 5K race is one the activities on the University’s Homecoming Weekend with proceeds benefiting the Walter S. Barge Memorial Endowed Scholarship in the Campbell University College of Arts and Sciences. Register Here
28th Annual History, Criminal Justice and Political Science Alumni Brunch
D. Rich, Room 119 | 9 a.m.
Please RSVP to Pam Burgettt by Oct. 20
Campus Tours for Alumni
Main Campus | 9-11 a.m.
Campus tours will be available for alumni and friends prior to the opening of Alumni Village. Sign up here.
Homecoming Parade
Main Street | 11 a.m.
Alumni Village
Barker-Lane Stadium | 11:15 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Come home to Campbell for Homecoming 2017 and join us in Alumni Village! Stationed at the Barker-Lane stadium gates, this year’s event will feature live music, food trucks,
Campbell Football vs. Jacksonville
Barker-Lane Stadium | 2 p.m.
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