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2010 Homecoming is October 9th! Click here to register now!

Here is what's going on Homecoming Weekend:

THURSDAY – OCTOBER 7

Art Show
8 a.m. – 10 p.m., all weekend
Branigin Atrium, Johnson Center for Fine Arts

View student art work, ranging from paintings and drawings, to ceramics
and digital fine art photography, to mixed-media collages. Fine arts
professsors David Cunningham and Svetlana Rakic will also exhibit some of
their work. General admission is free.

 

Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
6:30 p.m.  - Branigin Room, Napolitan Student Center

Celebrate a long tradition of athletic excellence.
Inductees:          Joseph F. McConnell ‘62
Dr. Richard M. Park
Lanett (Stephan) Stewart ‘97

$15 per person; registration required.

 

The Philadelphia Story
8 p.m. – Theatre Margot, Johnson Center for Fine Arts
$10 general admission; $6 students and seniors (over 55);
Free with valid Franklin College ID.

 

FRIDAY – OCTOBER 8

Roy E. Tillotson Alumni Golf Tournament
10:30 a.m. Registration, 11:30 Shotgun Start
Legends of Indiana Golf Club, Franklin

$75 per players includes green fees, cart, lunch and prizes.
Registration required.

 

Old Gold Reception and Luncheon
11:30 a.m. – Branigin Room, Napolitan Student Center

Honoring the 50th reunion class (1960), this traditional
Reception and luncheon is open to all alumni graduating
prior to 1960.

$12 per person
Class of 1960 receives two complimentary tickets at the door.
Registration required.

 

President’s Alumni and Friends Reception
5 p.m. – President’s Home

Join President and Mrs. Moseley in their home for an
hors d’oeuvres reception.

Free of charge; registration requested.

 

Hail to Franklin Dinner
6:30 p.m. – Branigin Room, Napolitan Student Center

Join the Alumni Council at this traditional favorite as they
recognize the 2010 alumni award recipients.

Distinguished Alumni Award – Dr. Thomas P. Cummings ‘60
Community Service Award – Catherine (Stonebraker) Caldwell ‘95
Alumni Associate Award – Kathy Webster (wife of Ray Webster ’60)

$20 per person; registration required.

 

The Philadelphia Story
8 p.m. – Theatre Margot, Johnson Center for Fine Arts
$10 general admission; $6 students and seniors (over 55);
Free with valid Franklin College ID.

 

Traditional Burning of the Privy
8:45 p.m. – Corner of Monroe and Forsythe

Join students and fellow alumni for this great tradition!

 

SATURDAY – OCTOBER 9

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
8 a.m. – 11 a.m. – Tillman Game Area, Napolitan Student Center

The men of Kappa Delta Rho host their annual pancake breakfast.
Proceeds benefit Franklin Boys and Girls Club.

$3 per person; registration not required.

 

SASOM & Alumni Lunch
10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. - Multicultural Lounge, Napolitan Student Center

Join current and alumni SASOM members at their annual celebration.
Questions? Contact Terri Roddie, (317) 738-8119 or troddie@franklincollege.edu.

$5 per person, $2 for 5 and under – pay at door.

 

All Reunion Brunch
10:45 a.m. – noon - Old Main Plaza

Join members of the Classes of 1965 – 2005 as they celebrate under
the big top on Dame Mall, outside Old Main. Photos of each reunion class
will be taken during the brunch.

Not celebrating a reunion? Not to worry! All are welcome for this festive occasion.

$10 per person; registration appreciated.

 

Mathematics & Computing Alumni Reception
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. - Branigin Atrium, Johnson Center for Fine Arts

Catch up with classmates and faculty, find out what’s going on and learn
how you can participate in activities and initiatives.

 

Grizzly Grill
11 a.m. – 1:15 p.m. - Student Dining Room, Napolitan Student Center

Want to dine in? Grab a brat or burger and listen to Five Easy Pieces.

Registration not required.

 

Touchdown Club Tailgate Luncheon
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. - SE Corner Faught Stadium

Join members of the Touchdown Club and other Grizzly fans for their tailgate luncheon.

Advance registration not required.

 

Classes of ’58 – ’62 Cluster Reunion Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. - Branigin Room, Napolitan Student Center

Members in the classes of 1958 – 1962 are invited to join the Class of 1960
at their 50th reunion luncheon.

$10 per person, advance registration appreciated.

 

Athletic Training Alumni Tailgate
11:30 a.m. – Corner Grizzly and Cline Drives

Food will be provided; bring your own beverages. Contact
Annette Snyder, (317) 738-8577 or asnyder@franklincollege.edu.

Registration appreciated.

 

Kids’ Inflatable Moonwalk
Noon through 3rd quarter – SW Corner Faught Stadium

Sponsored by Men’s and Women’s Track & Field, parents must accompany
and supervise children. Closed during halftime.

 

Homecoming Pre-Game Festivities
1 p.m. – Branigin Field, Faught Stadium

Fill the stands in Faught Stadium! Meet the newest members of the
Franklin College Athletic Hall of Fame, listen to music by the FC and Rushville
High School bands and wait for delivery of the game ball.

$5 per person at the gate.

 

Homecoming Football Game
1:30 p.m. – Branigin Field, Faught Stadium

Be part of the winning tradition as the Grizzlies host Rose-Hulman. Join us at
half-time for the traditional crowning of the king and queen.

$5 per person at the gate.

 

The Gathering Gathering
4 p.m. – Richardson Memorial Chapel

The Gathering reunion is back! Dinner will be provided.
Contact Lynn (Park) Cruser ’81 at lynn.cruser@gmail.com  for
more information.

 

The Philadelphia Story
8 p.m. – Theatre Margot, Johnson Center for Fine Arts
$10 general admission; $6 students and seniors (over 55);
Free with valid Franklin College ID.

 

SUNDAY – OCTOBER 10

Worship Service and Luncheon
10:30 a.m. – First Baptist Church of Franklin

Join members of First Baptist Church for a worship service.
Lunch will be hosted by members of the congregation.
All FC alumni and friends are welcome.

 

Women’s Alumni Volleyball Match
Noon – 4 p.m. – Spurlock Center

Join former teammates at the annual alumni volleyball match
and social.

No charge; registration not required.

 

The Philadelphia Story
2 p.m. – Theatre Margot, Johnson Center for Fine Arts
$10 general admission; $6 students and seniors (over 55);
Free with valid Franklin College ID.