Homecoming 2024
September 27 – 29
Relive your memories
Join us for on-campus festivities
Get ready for a wonderful weekend filled with memories, laughter and friends, old and new. Information regarding reunions, events, registration, and more will be updated as it becomes available. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on campus for Homecoming.
Thursday, September 26
Thursday, September 26
Thursday, September 26
| Time | EVENT | LOCATION | Ticket Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Career and Personal Development: Speed Networking Event | Block House | Email alumnioffice@alma.edu to Volunteer |
| 9:00 p.m. | The Kick-Off to Homecoming | Art Smith Arena |
Friday, September 27
Friday, September 27
Friday, September 27
| Time | EVENT | LOCATION | Ticket Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noon – 5:00 p.m. | Homecoming Information Table | Smith Alumni House | |
| 5:00 p.m. (Reception) 5:45 p.m. (Class Photo) 6:00-8:00 p.m. (Dinner) |
Class of 1964 – 60-year Reunion Reception and Dinner | Heather Room, Tyler Van Dusen | Get Tickets |
| 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. | Athletic Hall of Fame Reception and Program | Art Smith Arena | Ticketed through Athletics |
| 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. | Class of 1974 Social | Block House, 107 E. Superior St | RSVP to Cheryl Flammer cher.flammer@gmail.com or Judi DiMarco jdimarco111@gmail.com |
| 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. | Class of 1999 Social | Alma Brewing Company | No registration required |
Saturday, September 28
Saturday, September 28
Saturday, September 28
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 a.m. | 5K Scot Trot Registration & Check-in | Remick Heritage Center Parking Lot | Register |
| 8:00 a.m. – Noon | Homecoming Information Table | Smith Alumni House | |
| 8:30 a.m. | Homecoming Chapel Service | Thomas Andison Chapel | |
| 9:00 a.m. | 5K Scot Trot | Remick Heritage Center Parking Lot | |
| 9:00 a.m. | Kiltie Alumni Band Rehearsal | Bahlke Field | |
| 9:15 – 10:30 a.m. | Golden Thistle Breakfast | Tyler Van-Dusen | Get Tickets |
| 10:40 a.m. | Golden Thistle Photo | Thomas Andison Chapel Steps | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Homecoming Parade – Reserved seating for Golden Thistle Members | Superior Street in front of Thomas Andison Chapel | |
| 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Campus Community Lunch – Food Trucks | Remick Heritage Center Parking Lot | |
| 11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Fraternity and Sorority Life Tailgate | Thomas Andison Chapel Lawn | |
| 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Class of 1974 – 50-year Reunion Lunch | Tracy House Backyard | Register |
| 11:30 a.m. | Football Team/Football Alumni Chapel Service | Thomas Andison Chapel | |
| 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Class of 1999 – 25-year Reunion Lunch and photo at 12:30 p.m. | Hamilton Commons | Get Tickets |
| 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Class of 2014 – 10-year Reunion Lunch and photo at 12:45 p.m. | Hamilton Commons | Get Tickets |
| Noon | Scotsmen Walk | Thomas Andison Chapel to Hogan Center | |
| 1:30 – 2:00 p.m. | Pregame Performances & Homecoming Court Ceremony — Kiltie Marching Band, Dance Team, Cheer Team, Homecoming Court, Pipe band, and Kiltie Highland Dancers |
Bahlke Field | |
| 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Hospitality Tent – Current and Emeritus Faculty to greet alumni here | Tent by Dow Science Center | |
| 2:00 p.m. | Football Game – Alma vs. Hope | Bahlke Field | Get Tickets |
| 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Alumni Choir Rehearsal | Presbyterian Hall, Remick Heritage Center | |
| 7:00 p.m. | Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony and Choir Concert | Presbyterian Hall, Remick Heritage Center | Get Tickets |
Sunday, September 29
Sunday, September 29
Sunday, September 29
| TIME | EVENT | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| 10:30 a.m. | Brunch | Hamilton Commons |
| 12:30 p.m. | Victory Day: Victory Day offers special education students in the Gratiot-Isabella Regional Educational Service District (RESD) the opportunity to play football and get cheered on — just like their college-aged heroes. | Bahlke Field |
| 2:00 p.m. | Cheer and STUNT National Championship Ring Ceremony | Art Smith Arena |
Class of 1974 Reunion
We are excited to welcome members of the Class of 1974 back to campus for your 50th reunion celebration. Registration and ticketing is open. While you are welcome to attend all of the weekend events listed on the full Homecoming schedule, we have listed those of particular interest to your class below.
Lodging can be a challenge in the Alma area, and we would like to encourage you to make arrangements early. Blocks of rooms have been reserved for Alma College in Mt. Pleasant at the Comfort Inn & Suites at a rate of $179/night call 989-772-4000 and ask for the Alma College Homecoming Block (reserve by August 28, 2024), and the Hampton Inn in Mt. Pleasant at a rate of $199/night call 989-772-5500 or use this link (reserve by August 29, 2024).
Friday, September 27
Friday, September 27
Friday, September 27
The Athletic Hall of Fame Reception and Program
Art Smith Arena
More information can be found here when this year’s recipients are announced.
We will reserve space downtown at a local restaurant/bar between 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for classmates to drop by for informal conversation and fellowship.
Saturday, September 28
Saturday, September 28
Saturday, September 28
The Golden Thistle Society breakfast and induction ceremony
Tyler-Van Dusen
9:15 a.m.
Registration is required for this event. After a State of the College address by President Abernathy and a served breakfast, those who are present will be presented with a certificate and a pin as all are inducted as Society members.
Tracy House celebratory luncheon
The President’s House
313 Maple
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Registration is required for this event. While the luncheon will conclude at 1:30 p.m., we have reserved space in the Learning Commons for those who would prefer to continue their conversations in a quiet location with a beautiful view of campus.