Homecoming

October 25 & 26

We look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus this year! We will have special reunions for the following:

“Vintage” Buffs (Classes of 1973 and earlier), 1974 Summer Traveling Choir, ECS Alumni, and the classes of 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014, and 2019.

In addition to Homecoming, we will also be hosting Inauguration Festivities during this time. For detailed information and a complete schedule, please visit our Inauguration Page.

Homecoming Highlights

*To view full schedule, download the PDF version using the link above.

Friday, October 25

Legacy Buffs Preview Day
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

We invite alumni with prospective students to experience Milligan. Tour campus, eat in the cafeteria, and meet with our Admissions staff. Click here to register.

“Vintage” Buffs Reception
4:30-5:30 p.m., McMahan Student Center

This is an opportunity for alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago to get together to enjoy light refreshments and reminisce about their Milligan days.

Celebrate Milligan Dinner
6:30 p.m., McCormick Dining Center, Sutton Hall
Tickets: $25, must be purchased in advance

Join us as we recognize the achievements and contributions of some of our alumni and friends.

Peter Pan & Wendy
Adapted by Lauren Gunderson
Musical Composition by Dr. Gregg Perry
Book by J.M. Barrie
October 24-26 at 7:30 p.m. | October 27 at 2:00 p.m.
McGlothlin-Street Theatre, Gregory Center

Bold, budding scientist Wendy Darling dreams of earning a Nobel Prize. When Peter Pan arrives at her bedroom window, she takes a leap and leaves, finishing school behind, chasing adventure among the stars. Facing down fairies, mermaids, and the dastardly Captain Hook, Wendy, Peter, and their friends discover the power of standing up together for what’s right

*Tickets: $12 + service fee at milligan.tix.com beginning October 1. All seats are reserved.

Saturday, October 26

Buffalo 5K Run/2.5K Walk
Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., race begins at 8:00 a.m.
Upper Level of Steve Lacy Fieldhouse
$20 | $10 (kids ages 3-10) Advance Registration by October 20
$25 | $15 (kids ages 3-10) Race Day Registration

Students interested in participating in the race, please email Mary Page at mspage@milligan.edu to register.

Hosted by Associated Ladies for Milligan (ALM), proceeds benefit student scholarships at Milligan.

Alumni vs Students Flag Football
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m., Soccer Practice Field
Students who are interested in playing must contact Coach Ryan Witten

Mini-Lectures
Get back in the classroom—with no homework and no exams!

“Church History is a Dangerous Subject, But It’s Worth the Risk”
Dr. Craig Farmer, Professor of History and Humanities
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., McGlothlin-Street Theatre, Gregory Center

Join professor Dr. Craig Farmer as he discusses why the subject of church history can seem threatening to us as Christians, but actually can open up possibilities for a deeper sense of Christian discipleship and Christian community.

“The Difference between Restoring the Church and Restoring Antiques”
Dr. Paul Blowers, Dean E. Walker Professor of Church History
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m., McGlothlin-Street Theatre, Gregory Center

Join professor Dr. Paul Blowers as he offers some reflections on the dynamics of “restoring” the Church, drawing ideas from several significant professors from Milligan’s and Emmanuel’s past.

Art Exhibit: Murmation
11:00 a.m. reception, Milligan Art Gallery, Derthick Hall

Lunch Under the Tent
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., Mary Sword Commons
Catered by Firehouse Restaurant
Tickets $15 | $10 (kids ages 10 and under), must be purchased in advance

Welcome Reception for President and First Lady Waers and Family
3:00 p.m., Gregory Center Lobby

Homecoming Concert: Back to the Future – Classic Hits of the 60s, 70s, and 80s
3:45 p.m., Mary B. Martin Auditorium, Seeger Chapel

Join Milligan’s music department for a trip down memory lane as we revisit chart-topping hits from decades past. This short, family-friendly concert will feature all of Milligan’s instrumental and vocal ensembles performing a variety of pop favorites like “California Dreamin’,” “Dancing Queen,” “Lean on Me,” and “Wind Beneath My Wings.” This concert is sure to be a highlight of Homecoming Weekend.

Seeger's bell tower against a golden sunset
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