Homecoming kicks off Friday with chapel service

By Michelle Loria Alvarado 

Assistant News Editor

Homecoming festivities kick off Friday and continue through the weekend.

SGA in partnership with the Trevecca Alumni Association, will be hosting this year’s homecoming celebrations on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 with a variety of events for undergraduate students and alumni. 

“I really want students to know that while we plan events for people coming back to campus, that homecoming is really for everybody,” said Jennifer Showalter, engagement officer at the Trevecca Alumni Association. 

This year’s parade will be Disney-themed with the name, ‘The Wonderful World of Trevecca.’ 

“Show up to the parade. It’s really just a beautiful tradition,” said Ryman Taylor, junior class president. 

Every homecoming, Dan Boone, the university president, presents the president’s report to the Board of Trustees. The report includes decisions on tuition costs, approval of faculty sabbaticals and updates on the previous academic year. The board also will vote on whether renew Boone’s contract as president. 

Showalter encourages students to participate in this homecoming’s activities, but also to come back in future celebrations after graduation. 

“Trevecca isn’t just a four-year experience. Once you are a student at Trevecca, you will always be a part of Trevecca,” said Showalter, “I joke with people. I’m like, you’re a student for four years, you are an alum for the rest of your life. Make it count.” 

These are the following events happening at Trevecca’s homecoming 2024

Nov. 1

● Homecoming Chapel: This special chapel where students and alumni join together will be happening at Boone Convocation Center from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

● The Old Testament and a Life of Holiness: Special Presentation and Book Signing with Dr. Tim Green: In this event, students will be able to pick up some of the books Green has written and autographed. This event will happen at Benson Auditorium in McClurkan from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

● Trevecca Homecoming Pickleball Tournament: This event will be happening at the Tennis Courts from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets need to be purchased through this link. 

● Tax-Smart Charitable Giving Strategies Information Session: In this informative session students and alumni will understand strategies to support others while lowering their taxes. This session will be held in the Quick Lecture Hall from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration for this event is required.

● Women’s Volleyball Game vs. Mississippi College: This game will take place at Trojan Fieldhouse from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

● Town & Country Showcase: This showcase will feature Trojan Idol and Friday Night Live participants. This event will take place at the Trevecca Community Church Courts from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

● Just for Kids: While parents enjoy the Town & Country Showcase, their kids will experience a session led by kids’ ministry experts at Trevecca community church children’s Center from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

● Into the Woods: This show, presented by Trevecca theater students, will open at Benson Auditorium in McClurkan from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. This play will also be presented Nov. 2 from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. After homecoming celebrations, they will be showing more shows. For more information about the performance times and to purchase tickets go to Into the Woods. 

Nov. 2

● Class of 1974 50th Reunion Breakfast: The class of 1974 will have their reunion at the president’s dining room in the Jernigan student center from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. 

● One BIG Reunion: This is a reunion held each year for all Trevecca alumni to reunite in one big reunion. This event will be held at Boone Convocation Center from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. 

● Trevecca Homecoming Cheer Camp: This is a camp for ages 4 to 14 that will take place at the Trevecca community church children’s center from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tickets need to be purchased beforehand. 

● Admissions Scavenger Hunt: prospective students will also enjoy homecoming celebrations with a scavenger hunt where they can win prizes while they learn about Trevecca. The scavenger hunt will start at the admissions lobby at 10 a.m. 

● Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: this year’s ceremony will take place at Trevecca community church courts from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will induct five new members: Mike Mills, Baseball, Alexa Rippy Phillips, Golf, Lindsey Stephens Holland, Softball, Kristen Johnson Robertson, Volleyball, and Logan Rodgers, Track & Field / Cross Country. 

● Homecoming Block Party: this event will take place in the Quad from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. where students and alumni will enjoy food trucks, activities, a campus scavenger hunt, and a kids’ costume contest. 

● TrevEchoes 80th Birthday Party: TrevEchoes will celebrate its 80 birthday at Wakefield room 110 starting at 11 a.m. 

● Homecoming Parade: this year’s 50 homecoming parade will take place at Hart street from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

● Tennessee Residence Hall & Friends Reunion 1980-1985: This reunion will take place in the University Commons room from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information contact Karla (Davis) Fields at 256-585-8345. 

● Women’s Volleyball Game vs. University of West Alabama: This game will take place in the Trojan Fieldhouse from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

● Dedication of the Music Major Signature Wall: this event will take place on the third floor of the Jernigan Student Center from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

● Reception honoring Dr. Tim Green, recipient of the Generational Impact Award.

● Graduate & Adult Education Alumni/Student Mixer: this event will take place at the Bud Robinson fireside room from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

● Women’s Basketball Game vs. Bryan College: This game will take place at the Trojan Fieldhouse from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

● Homecoming Tailgate Dinner: this dinner will take place on the lawn outside of the Trojan Fieldhouse from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

● Homecoming Coronation: this year’s homecoming coronation will take place at the Trojan Fieldhouse from 6:15 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

● Men’s Basketball Game vs. Covenant College: This game will take place at the Trojan Fieldhouse from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. At the end of the game, attendees will circle up and sing Trevecca’s alma mater. They will also receive a gift by the end of the night.