Evangel’s Homecoming takes place Oct. 8-10
September 22, 2009
Contact: Paul K. Logsdon, Director of Public Relations and Publications (417) 865-2815, ext. 7292
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — The weekend of Oct. 8-10 marks the celebration of Homecoming 2009 at Evangel University. More than 30 exciting activities are planned for the three-day event, ranging from sporting events to reunion dinners, and concluding with a celebration banquet.
- Homecoming Concert with Praise-Apella vocal band – Friday, Oct. 9, 7:30 p.m., Chapel Auditorium; doors open at 7 p.m.; requires ticket* $9 advance, $10 at the door, $5 children and students with ID
- Homecoming Banquet – Saturday, Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m., University Plaza Hotel; requires ticket* Nationally known guest speaker Judy (Homer) Rachels, Class of ’61
Additional Highlights – View the complete list
- Alumni Recital Carmelita (Severin) Guse, Class of ’89 – Thursday, Oct. 8, 8:30 p.m., Barnett Fine Arts Recital Hall
- Chapel Service with Alumni Panel, Thursday, October 8, 10 a.m., Chapel Auditorium
- Fine Arts Exhibit – Thursday, Oct. 8, 8:30 p.m., Barnett Fine Arts Center
- Chapel Service with Presentation of Alumni Awards, Friday, October 8, 10 a.m., Chapel Auditorium
- Dedication of Ralph M. Riggs Hall – Friday, Oct. 9, 11 a.m.
- Golf Tournament – Friday, Oct. 9, noon, Rivercut Golf Course; requires ticket*
- Class Reunion Dinners – Friday, Oct. 9, 5 p.m., University Plaza Hotel; requires ticket*
- Silent Auction and GabFest – Friday, Oct. 9, 8:45 p.m., Mabee Fitness Center
- Media Reunion, Saturday, October 10, 10:15 a.m., Trask Hall - Ephraim Media Center
- Reception for Dr. Jim Edwards, Saturday, October 10, 10:45 a.m., Crusader Hall – Room 115A
- Pearson-Creek 5K Fun Run/Walk – Saturday, Oct. 10, 7:30 a.m., Crusader Track; requires ticket*
- Homecoming Football Game vs. Central Methodist Eagles – Saturday, Oct. 10, 1:30 p.m., John F. Kennedy Stadium; requires ticket*
- Special activities for High School and Middle School Children of Alumni. View full details.