Kenyon invites alumni, families and friends for a Festifall with opportunities to drop in on classes, network with alumni and students and gather at a bonfire. Visit the block party, then cheer on several teams at home games. The weekend also features our annual Hall of Fame ceremony, reunions for men's baseball, men's lacrosse, women's softball, a 50th reunion for the Integrated Program in Humane Studies and volunteer meetings.
Homecoming events are being added regularly to the schedule below. Download our event app (from both the App Store and Google Play) to plan ahead for the weekend or browse the schedule below.
11 - 4 p.m. Welcome Center Open
Stop by to receive your name badge, parking pass and additional information about the weekend, including information about our event app. Alumni & Parent Engagement Office located at 101 Scott Lane
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Welcome Center Open
Stop by to receive your name badge, parking pass and additional information about the weekend, including information about our event app. Alumni & Parent Engagement Office located at 101 Scott Lane
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. KFEC and Alumni Council Meetings
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. 2002 Reunion Planning
Reunion planning sessions for alumni who graduated in 2002, celebrating their 25th reunion. Lowell 300, Lowell House
3:30 p.m. Women's Soccer vs. Otterbein University
Mavec Field
5 - 6 p.m. Career Networking Reception
Returning alumni and current students are invited to connect at a Homecoming networking reception hosted by the Career Development Office. This is an opportunity to build new connections, share career experiences, discuss industry trends, and exchange insights about career paths. Hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine (for guests 21+ with a valid ID), and nonalcoholic beverages will be served. Open to all alumni. Students please register here to reserve your spot. Peirce Pub
7 - 9 p.m. Athletics Hall of Fame and Celebration
Help celebrate the induction of former standout student-athletes. Archon Auditorium, Oden Hall
8 - 10 p.m. Bonfire
Gather with alumni, students, faculty and friends for a classic Kenyon evening around the bonfire. Near Gund Commons
8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Welcome Center Open
Stop by to receive your name badge, parking pass and additional information about the weekend, including information about our event app. Alumni & Parent Engagement Office located at 101 Scott Lane
10 - 10:30 a.m. Middle Path Send-Off
Meet at the Middle Path Gates to cheer on the football team as they make their traditional walk to the field prior to playing DePauw University at 1 p.m. Start at Middle Path Gates, end at the Lowry Center
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Homecoming Block Party
Join us for our annual Homecoming Block Party — an afternoon of fun, food and festivities for alumni, families, students and friends. Enjoy great company, entertainment for all ages and an all-campus lunch. Alumni Dining Room Patio and Lawn, Peirce Hall
12 p.m. Women's Field Hockey vs. Oberlin College
The Field at Benson Bowl
1 p.m. Football Game vs. DePauw University
McBride Field
3 - 4 p.m. 2002 Reunion Planning
Chalmers 320
8 p.m. Student BINGO Night
Join us for a night of laughter, prizes and classic BINGO fun! Grab your friends, test your luck and win some great prizes. This event is for students only. Thomas Dining Hall, Peirce Hall
10:30 a.m. Harcourt Parish Services
Church of the Holy Spirit, 102 College Park Street
12 p.m. Women's Field Hockey vs. Marian University
The Field at Benson Bowl
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