Schedule of Homecoming Events

Schedule is tentative and subject to change. Check back often for updates.

Pre-Homecoming Weekend Event

This is the annual gathering for the Catawba Clergy Network - Clergy Days! Members of the Catawba Clergy Network, UCC clergy, Catawba College alumni, and area clergy are invited to register and join us.

The Clergy Network assists with travel costs for those in attendance.

Please fill out the Alumni Update Form so we may stay connected beyond our Clergy Days events!

Homecoming Weekend Schedule

Welcome Center & Check-In

Friday: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Brady Courtyard (located between Peeler Crystal Lounge and Hedrick Little Theatre at the Robertson College Community Center)

Upon arriving in Salisbury, please visit the Welcome Center & Check-In area to check-in officially, receive your registration packet, and sign the message board. This will include the latest weekend schedule, your event tickets, and name tag. YOUR NAME TAG WILL SERVE AS YOUR ADMISSION TICKET THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND.

Friday, October 21

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
College Bookstore Open
Bookstore, Cannon Student Center

11:00 a.m.
Homecoming Golf Tournament & Fundraiser*
The Revival at Crescent Golf Course (220 Laurel Valley Way, Salisbury)

11:00 am Check-in and Lunch
12:00 noon Shotgun start
Awards will be presented following play.

$125/golfer
$85/Young Alumni Discount (alumni from 2012-2022 are eligible for the discount)
$500/Sponsor a Team

$50 Mulligan Package
1 Mulligan Package includes 6 mulligans per team. If you or your team wish to purchase an additional mulligan package, this must be purchased at the Golf Tournament during registration and check-in.

Tournament is limited to only 18 teams, so register your team early! If you can’t play, but you would like to support this Tournament & Fundraiser by sponsoring a hole ($125 each) or any of our Homecoming Sponsorships, please call the Alumni Office at (704) 637-4394 by Monday, October 17.

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Alumni College Classes*
Various Locations

Alcorn Digital Learning Lab Tech Showcase
Location: Alcorn Digital Learning lab (Corriher-Linn-Black Library)

Attend an interactive demonstration of the technological resources hosted in the Alcorn Digital Learning Lab that are available to Catawba students and staff. Technologies that will be shown are 3D Printers, Oculus Quest 2 VR Headsets, Laser Engraving, Circuit, Robotics, Video Recording Studio, 360 Cameras and more!
Host: Zach Trivett

Introduction to Drone & Drone Flights
Location: Practice Fields (if there is inclement weather, this class will be canceled)

Come learn about how drones work, how the are regulated, and how they are being used in business and the environment. Everyone will have a chance to fly a drone if they wish!
Host: Andrew Jacobson

“Meet a Catawba Author” with Virginia Summey ‘04
Location: Tom Smith Auditorium

A “meet the author” session with Dr. Virginia (Ginny) Summey, Class of 2004, who has written a book, “The Life of Elreta Melton Alexander: Activism within the Courts,” a biography of a champion of the civil rights movement and an iconic legal figure in North Carolina.
Host: Michael Bitzer

5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Homecoming Welcome Social
Peeler Crystal Lounge (Robertson College Community Center)

Students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends are welcome to attend, network, and socialize. There will be complimentary appetizers and beverages.

6:00 p.m.
Women’s Volleyball Match
Goodman Gymnasium (Located in the Abernethy Physical Education Center)

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
1977 CO-AC Reunion
Corriher-Linn-Black Library
Ticket Price: TBD

It’s time to get your CO-AC card punched! Class of 1977 and friends are invited to the Corriher-Linn-Black Library for beverages, foods, and co-ac assignments!

On Saturday, join your classmates at Dean Hall’s Tailgate America by the fieldhouse. Tailgate America is operated by Mr. Bill Hall ’66 & Mr. Bob Setzer ‘73. A donation of $20 or more is appreciated for those who intend to eat at Tailgate America.

7:00 p.m.
Blue Masque Hall of Fame Ceremony and Reception
Hedrick Little Theatre (Robertson College Community Center)
$30/person

Saturday, October 22

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Disc Golf Tournament Hosted by Reunion Class 2012
Disc Golf Hole #1 (Lawn Between Hurley Honors Dorm and Hedrick Administration)

Class of 2012 is hosting a Disc Golf Tournament as their reunion! All alumni are encouraged to participate. The winners will be announced at 11:00 am (the conclusion of the tournament). 2012 classmates are invited to participate and hang out by the reunion tent, on the lawn!

To participate, Class of 2012 asks that you make a meaningful donation to the Student Emergency Fund on the day of the event.

9:30 a.m.
Class of 1972 50^th Reunion Photo
Brady Courtyard Steps (Located between Peeler Crystal Lounge and Hedrick Little Theatre at the Robertson College Community Center)

10:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
College Bookstore Open
Bookstore, Cannon Student Center

10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
2017 Class Reunion: Mimosas and Brunch on the Lawn
Lawn Between Hurley Honors Dorm and Hedrick Administration
$15/person

Class of 2017 and friends are invited to have mimosas and brunch appetizers on the lawn!

10:00 a.m.
50^th Class Line Up
Brady Courtyard (Located between Peeler Crystal Lounge and Hedrick Little Theatre at the Robertson College Community Center)

10:15 a.m.
50^th Class Walk of Distinction
Brady Courtyard to Keppel Auditorium (Robertson College Community Center)

The 50^th Class will be led by our Catawba Drumline to their reserved seats for the Alumni Award Ceremony and Golden Club Induction.

10:30 a.m.
Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony & Golden Club Induction
Keppel Auditorium (Robertson College Community Center)

Join us as we present our Distinguished Alumni Awards, Catawba Black Alumni Awards, and induct the 50th Class Reunion into the Golden Club.

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
BBQ Luncheon & Social
Peeler Crystal Lounge
$15/person

Alumni and friends are welcome to enjoy a barbecue luncheon following our Alumni Award Ceremony. There will be no ticket for those who will not be eating but wish to stay and socialize.

12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Class of 1972 50^th Reunion Luncheon
President’s Residence 104 N Park Dr.
$40/Guest

The Class of 1972 is invited to celebrate this milestone achievement! Class members are complimentary.

1:00 p.m. - 6:00 .pm.
CBAN Tailgate
Grass area beside the tennis courts
$40/person
$7/person children under the age of 6
Student Ticket: FREE. There are limited number of complimentary tickets for students. Students MUST register to receive a ticket.

Come and join the Catawba Black Alumni Network for the annual Homecoming Tailgate. We hope to see you before kick-off for music, games and fun at the official tailgate event. Tickets are required for food & drinks.
DJ: Chris Peoples

2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
1982 Reunion Celebration
Newman Park Pavilion
No cost to attend.

Bill & Shari Graham are hosting the Class of 1982 at Newman Park Pavilion! Come and celebrate your 40th year reunion with beer, wings, sliders, and more game day food!

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Class of 2022 Rooftop Reunion
Go Burrito Rooftop (115 W Fisher St, Salisbury)
Purchases can be made on the first floor, and the second of the restaurant.

Class of 2022 and friends are invited to join together again and catch up on Go Burrito Rooftop. See what your Catawba family is up to after graduation!

5:45 p.m.
Class of 1972 50^th Reunion Watch Party
Wurster President’s Box, Shuford Stadium
No charge. Preregistration required.

6:00 p.m.
Football vs. Limestone University
Shuford Stadium

Sunday, October 23

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