Freed-Hardeman University students, alumni and friends will celebrate Homecoming this weekend with numerous activities. Dates, times and places are listed below. The public is invited to attend any or all of these events.
Freed-Hardeman University Homecoming
Nov. 8-10, 2019
Friday, November 8
Founders’ Day Celebration/Grand Re-opening of Old Main 2 p.m., Old Main Front Lawn
History of Old Main Presentation with Alumna Erin Adams (’01) 3 p.m., Old Main Classroom 113
Erin Adams, former FHU archivist and now director of education at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage in Nashville, will present the Founders’ Day program.
Class of 1979 Reunion Concert featuring Foxfire and Kid Cruise and the T-birds
7 p.m., Chapel Hall
No Tickets Required
Come enjoy your favorite hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond as some of our most talented alumni return to campus to help the class of 1979 celebrate their 30th reunion.
Behind the Hits: An Evening with BMI Country Songwriter of the Year Mark Alan Springer
7:30 p.m., Ayers Auditorium Tickets Available at FHUTickets.com
Mark Alan Springer, BMI Country Songwriter of the Year in 1998, will present “Behind the Hits” with proceeds to benefit the Lady Lion basketball program.
Saturday, November 9
Pied Pipers 50th Reunion Show
10 a.m., Chapel Hall
FHU’s Pied Pipers, Company II, will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the formation of the troupe with a reunion of former Pipers and introduce the newest members of the troupe. They will join forces for a special show.
Chorale Homecoming Concert
11 a.m., Draughon Center for the Musical Arts Live Stream
Lion Walk
11:45 a.m., Heritage Commons/Brewer Sports Center Lawn
The Lion and Lady Lion teams, led by the Chester County Marching Band Drum Line, will make their annual walk from the bell tower to the front of the Brewer Sports Center.
Presentation of Kelly B. Doyle Bronze Tribute
Noon, Draughon Center for the Musical Arts Live Stream
Join choral alumni as a bronze tribute to longtime FHU Chorus Director Kelly B. Doyle is unveiled following Chorale’s performance.
Pied Pipers 50th Reunion Luncheon
Noon, Faculty Commons, Old Main Tickets Available at FHUTickets.com
Legacy Student Pinning Ceremony
1 p.m., Chapel Hall
Freshmen whose parents or grandparents attended FHU will be pinned by family members as they begin their journey at FHU.
Lady Lion Basketball
FHU vs. Blue Mountain College
2 p.m., Smith-Kirk Court, Brewer Sports Center
Coronation of King and Queen at halftime Tickets Available at FHUTickets.com
Lion Basketball
FHU vs. Crowley’s Ridge College
4 p.m., Smith-Kirk Court, Brewer Sports Center Tickets Available at FHUTickets.com
Homecoming Chili Supper
5 – 7 p.m., Auxiliary Gym, Brewer Sports Center Tickets Available at FHUTickets.com
Homecoming doesn’t end after the ball games. Join students, faculty/staff, and alumni for this post-game meal.
Chapel Hall Singing
7:30 p.m., Chapel Hall
Enjoy the inaugural Chapel Hall singing devotional led by alumni and students.
Sunday, November 10
Annual Homecoming Worship Service
9 a.m., Loyd Auditorium
Join students, faculty/staff, and alumni for a special time of worship led by students and alumni with a message delivered by President David Shannon.
Homecoming Brunch 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Gano-Wallace Dining Hall (Tickets available at the venue)
