LWC Homecoming Schedule 2023
Tuesday, September 26
6 p.m. – LWC Volleyball vs. Campbellsville UniversityCheer on the Blue Raiders in this conference match-up! Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the gate.
Wednesday, September 27
2:30 p.m. – Church College CelebrationV.P. Henry Auditorium
Church College Celebration is an annual tradition in the fall semester for the LWC community. This worship service brings students, faculty, and staff together to affirm our connection to the United Methodist Church and to acknowledge our commitment to provide active caring and Christian concern for every student.
Thursday, September 28
7 p.m. – Homecoming Kickoff: Fireworks & Pep RallyCampus Quadrangle
Hosted by: Student Government Association
Let’s kick off our Homecoming festivities in style! Join the LWC football team, cheerleaders, Blue Raider Marching Band, and Blue Raider Bob for a Homecoming pep rally & fireworks display - complete with s’mores! 8 p.m. - Belly Flop Contest
Doris and Bob Holloway Natatorium
Hosted by: LWC Swim Team
Join current students and alumni as this old tradition is revived. Judging will be based on three categories; form, creativity, and air.
Friday, September 29
11 a.m. – 6th Annual Faculty & Staff Homecoming Reunion PicnicCampus Quadrangle
Hosted by: The LWC Alumni Council
The LWC Alumni Association and Alumni Council celebrate the incredible faculty and staff of Lindsey Wilson College. All current and former faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to join us as we honor our dedicated employees who live out the LWC mission of “Every Student, Every Day!” 2 p.m. - 19th Annual Morris Shepherd Ping Pong Tournament
Cralle Student Union Building
Join alumni and current students in this single-elimination tournament in memory of Morris Shepherd ‘53. Cash prizes will be awarded to winners of the singles and doubles tournaments. Registration begins on-site at 1:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. - 11th Annual Dr. Dillery Fall Frenzy Invitational Naming Ceremony
Doris and Bob Holloway Natatorium
The LWC Swim team will formally rename the event in memory of Dr. Scott Dillery and unveil a plaque to recognize his dedication to the program. Dr. Dillery’s family and friends will be in attendance. All students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to attend this special event. 5 p.m. - 11th Annual Dr. Dillery Fall Frenzy Invitational
Doris and Bob Holloway Natatorium
This season-opening event takes place across two days and will feature the Blue Raider Swim Team along with Bethel (Tn.), Campbellsville (Ky.), and Indiana Wesleyan, West Virginia Tech, Aquinas. 6 - 8 p.m. – President’s Homecoming Reception
Emily Hundley President’s Home
You are cordially invited to attend the Homecoming Presidental Reception, hosted by LWC’s First Family, Bill and Elise H. Luckey ‘88. The entire LWC family is encouraged to attend, but special guests of the evening will include the 2023 Alumni Award recipients. Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. 7 p.m. - LWC Singers Candlelight Ceremony: Signing of the Standards of Excellence
John B. Begley Chapel This annual ceremony provides each student with a greater appreciation of this distinguished ensemble’s traditions and accomplishments and reminds former Singers of their remarkable experiences. The candlelight ceremony is a significant and meaningful experience for all who attend. LWC Singers alumni are especially welcome to participate in the ceremony!
Saturday, September 30
8:30 a.m. – Second Annual Brady Conrad Button Memorial Golf ScrambleThe Pines at Lindsey Wilson
Cost is $75 per person and $300 per team of four.
The proceeds from the golf scramble will benefit the Brady Conrad Button Endowed Scholarship. To register for this event, contact Chris Starks at starksc@lindsey.edu or Eric Wyrick at wyricke@linsdsey.edu . 9 a.m. - 11th Annual Dr. Dillery Fall Frenzy Invitational
Doris and Bob Holloway Natatorium
This season-opening event takes place across two days and will feature the Blue Raider Swim Team along with Bethel (Tn.), Campbellsville (Ky.), and Indiana Wesleyan, West Virginia Tech, Aquinas. 9 a.m. - Bonner Brunch
Bonner House
Join Bonner staff, community partners, and fellow Bonner Alums for a special celebration of 16 years of LWC Bonner. Light refreshments provided. Details to follow via Bonner social media. RSVP to bonner@lindsey.edu. 10:00-10:45 a.m. – Homecoming Registration
Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center
Just arriving? Stop by our registration table to check in for Homecoming 2023! Register for weekend events, purchase discounted football game tickets and get all information needed for the weekend. 11 a.m. – 2023 Alumni Awards Celebration
Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center
Sponsored by: TJ Health - Columbia The LWC National Alumni Association invites you to its 91st-annual Alumni Awards Celebration. Always a highlight of Homecoming weekend. Join classmates and friends as we honor this year’s Alumni Award recipients. Cost: $15 per person, $25 per couple.
Please register by Sept. 20.
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Award Winners
Dr. Hannah Hayduk ‘15 Morales Outstanding Young Alumna
Bill Straus ‘69 Distinguished Alumnus
Charity Ferguson ‘01 Distinguished Service
Dr. Jerry Westerfield Honorary Alumnus
Sponsored by: 93.5 WAIN
Looking for a spot to tailgate? Then look no further than the Alumni Tailgate Zone! 93.5 WAIN will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs for you, there will also be ice cold soft drinks. All free of charge! 1 p.m. – National Alumni Association Fall Meeting
Roberta D. Cranmer Dining & Conference Center Board Room
All LWC alumni are invited to join the LWC Alumni Council for their fall meeting. During this time you will learn about all of the exciting ways you can become an active and engaged member of the LWC National Alumni Association. 2:30 p.m. – Homecoming Football Game -- LWC vs. Faulkner (AL)
Parnell Family Stadium
Let’s cheer on the Blue Raiders to a Homecoming victory and celebrate the crowning of the King and Queen. Tickets to the Homecoming football game can be purchased during Homecoming Registration or online for $5. (Tickets at the gate cost $10.) 3:30 p.m. - 11th Annual Dr. Dillery Fall Frenzy Invitational
Doris and Bob Holloway Natatorium
This season-opening event takes place across two days and will feature the Blue Raider Swim Team along with Bethel (Tn.), Campbellsville (Ky.), and Indiana Wesleyan, West Virginia Tech, Aquinas. 5 p.m. - LWC Education Reunion
Goodhue Education Lab
Join Dr. Jennifer Neal and other LWC education alumni in the education lab for a time of fellowship. Light refreshments will be served.
Sunday, October 1
10 a.m. – Homecoming Worship ServiceColumbia United Methodist Church
The congregation of Columbia United Methodist Church invites the Lindsey Wilson family to join them in an exceptional worship service led by the Lindsey Wilson College Singers.
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. – Brunch
Roberta D. Cranmer Dining and Conference Center
Conclude your Homecoming with friends over brunch!
(Pay at the door.)
*Pre-paid football tickets can be picked up during Homecoming Registration locations or from Will Call at Blue Raider Stadium on game day. All alumni and registrants of Homecoming 2023 will receive a FREE weekend pass to the Doris and Bob Holloway Health & Wellness Center. Pick up your pass during Homecoming Registration! For more information about reunions and events, contact the LWC Alumni Office at alumni@lindsey.edu or 270-384-8400.