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IT'S TIME TO REGISTER FOR HOMECOMING 2025!

MARIETTA SERENADE — CELEBRATING THE PERFORMING ARTS

General Registration: $35 — includes All-Alumni Welcome, Made at Marietta t-shirt, Pioneer Tailgate, Ticket to Saturday’s football game and volleyball game

Hotels are filling up — so be sure to reserve your room:   Some of our local hotels offer special pricing for Homecoming, so be sure to ask!

Events will be added to the schedule leading up to Homecoming, so please be sure to check this page for the most up-to-date schedule!

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16

1:00–5:00 p.m. 

Registration & Welcome

Hermann Fine Arts Center

4:00 p.m. 

Traditional Harmar Tavern Pig Roast (without the pig) Class of 1970 Reunion Edition

Harmar Tavern, 205 Maple St.

Join friends from the Class of 1970 at the Harmar. No pre-registration needed, but $20 will be charged at the door per guest.

5:00–7:00 p.m.

Bags & BBQ: Hosted by MCAA-C and Pioneer Activities Council

Legacy Library Lawn (Rain location is DBRC Court 1)

Join fellow Pioneers and meet the next generation of The Long Blue Line. Share your experiences, catch up with the MCAA-Council and learn more about PAC and our 2025 Homecoming candidates.

9:30 p.m. 

Delta Tau Delta Alumni Meetup

Riverfront Bar & Grill – Lafayette Hotel, 100 Front St.

Join fellow Delt alumni, significant others and friends for an informal evening of camaraderie and conversation as we reconnect and reminisce.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.        

Registration and Welcome      

Hermann Fine Arts Center, Lobby

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.        

Special Collections Open House      

Legacy Library Open House

Join fellow alumni to browse through Marcolians, Mariettanas, and other 911������ memorabilia from the archives.

10:00 a.m.–10:50 a.m.

Computer Science Class

Selby 239

Miss being a student? Join current students who are taking Dr. Matt Williamson’s Computer Programming II class. 20 spots available.

10:00 a.m.–10:50 a.m.

Calculus I Class

Bartlett 285

Sit in on Dr. Mark Miller’s Calculus I class — and don’t worry, you’ll be exempt from that day’s quiz! 8 seats available.

11:00 a.m.– Noon 

Phi Beta Kappa Social Hour

Legacy Library, Lower Level  

Catch up with fellow members of Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious academic honor society.

11:00 a.m.–Noon

Milone Center for Academic and Career Success Sneak Peek

Legacy Library, Main Floor

Alumni are invited to catch a sneak peek of the progress that is happening on the Milone Center for Academic and Career Success — a project that will help prepare students for a lifetime of opportunity!  

11:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m.

Adkins Society & MCAA Social Gathering featuring the MC’s Jazz & Rock Ensemble

The Band Hall, Corner of Third and Butler streets (former Moose Lodge)

A new event for members of the Adkins Society and the 911������ Alumni Association-Council brought to you by the College’s Jazz & Rock Ensemble, who will perform during this informal gathering in the Band Hall.

1:00 p.m.–1:50 p.m.

Computer Science Class

Selby 239

Join Dr. Matt Williamson ’07 and his students as they explore Computer Organization and Architecture. 10 spots available.

2:00 p.m.

Inauguration Ceremony for President Kathleen Poorman Dougherty, Ph.D.

Dyson Baudo Recreation Center

Alumni, current students, faculty, staff, invited Delegates, and friends of the College are invited to the Inauguration Ceremony for 911������'s 21st President, Kathleen Poorman Dougherty. A reception to welcome President Dougherty will immediately follow in the DBRC.

3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.    

Campus Tour: Class of 1975 and Friends  

Admission House

5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.   

All-Alumni and Friends Welcome and Homecoming Kickoff   

Hermann Fine Arts Center, Portico and Hermann Bowl  

Gather with alumni and friends at the official Homecoming kickoff. Enjoy the camaraderie and nostalgia among the 911������ community. A special toast given by President Kathleen Poorman Dougherty to honor the occasion and celebrate the weekend.  

6:00 p.m. 

Delta Tau Delta Alumni and Friends Welcome Reception

Anderson Hancock Planetarium 

The Marietta Delt Educational Foundation is honored to welcome Anthony J. Albanese, International President, and Jack C. Kreman, CEO, of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity to the 911������ campus. Enjoy a special performance of Delta Tau Delta’s public ritual, The Rite of Iris, under the “night sky.”

6:30 p.m. 

Brothers of Tau Epsilon Phi and Friends Dinner (Classes of 1967–74)

Austyn's Restaurant, Front St., Marietta

Tau Epsilon Phi brother Bart Gullong H’25, ’70 is organizing an evening for his fellow TEP brothers and friends from the Classes of 1967–74. The cash bar starts at 6:30 p.m., followed by a buffet dinner at 7:15 p.m. ($50/person) Reservations are required/please email at alumni@marietta.edu to connect with Bart.

6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.  

Alpha Sigma Phi’s 165^th Anniversary

911������ Band Hall (formerly the Moose Lodge, corner of Third and Butler streets)

Celebrating the oldest fraternity on campus — the Delta Chapter of Alpha Sigma Phi — this event is a great opportunity to catch up with your brothers and meet generations of Sigs. Drinks and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Registration fee: $25/person.

7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

Delta Tau Delta’s Shelter Open House

Delta Tau Delta Shelter (219 Fourth Street) 

The Marietta Delt Alumni Association invites all 911������ Alumni and Friends of the Chapter to visit the Shelter at 219 Fourth Street and mix and mingle with undergraduates and alumni and share your stories of your years at MC. We will wind up our evening at the Riverfront Bar at the Hotel Lafayette. 

7:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.  

Live Band: Michael Weber Show and Friends (one set 1970, one set 1975)

—Hosted by Don Ritter ’81 and Bruce Kinney ’78

The Gathering Place  

Don’t miss the exhilarating live band performance at the Homecoming celebration, where alumni and students come together to enjoy an evening of great music and festive spirit. Join us for a memorable night of dancing, singing, and reconnecting with dear friends. Cash bar and snacks. Registration fee: $15 (MC students may attend for free).

8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. Alpha Tau Omega Sip & Chat

ATO House

Join ATO brothers for appetizers & a cash bar. Be sure to also register for the ATO Banquet on Saturday evening. Details can be found here: ATO BANQUET REGISTRATION

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18

7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Breakfast at Gilman

Join fellow alumni for breakfast — charge up for another busy day in Marietta!

Price: $12/person (pay at the door)

9:00 a.m.–noon     

Registration and Welcome      

Hermann Fine Arts Center, Lobby  

9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.   

Munchies with the Music Department  

Hermann Fine Arts, Portico  

 9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.   

Campus Tour: All Alumni and Friends   

Admission House  

9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.   

Coffee and donuts with the Petroleum Engineering and Geology Department  

Brown Petroleum Building, Patio  

Please join us to catch up with faculty, current students, and fellow alumni on the Edwy Brown Patio. If it rains, we can head to the conference room inside.  

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.   

Math and Computer Science Breakfast Open House  

Math & Computer Science Common Area, Room 232, Selby Hall   

Reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, and students at the annual Homecoming Math and Computer Science Breakfast! Join us for great conversation and an opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new connections within the 911������ Math and CS community. Hear the latest updates from the departments, including programs, exciting student projects and faculty research. We’re building a tradition with this event, so come be a part of it!  

9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.   

Biology & Health Science Open House  

Bartlett 285 

Reconnect with fellow alumni, faculty, and students for this Saturday morning event. Start at Bartlett 285 and also tour the Greenhouse, enjoy a plant biology research demonstration in Bartlett 265, interact with animals in Bartlett 270, participate in the Pipette Olympics in Rickey 204, and tour a number of open laboratories in Rickey.

 9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.   

Rowing Alumni Gathering  

Lindamood-VanVoorhis Boathouse  

“Attention!” Kick off the morning with coffee and a continental breakfast at 9:00 a.m. This event is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni and celebrate our rowing tradition.

9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Sigma Kappa House Tour with Pastries & Juice

Sigma Kappa alumnae are invited to tour the house to see recent improvements, enjoy a light brunch, and spend time with current chapter members. The Corporation Annual Meeting will follow at 10:30 a.m. Alumni will also have a spot at the Pioneer Tailgate with refreshments after the meeting.

9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.    

911������ Alumni Association Awards & Athletic Tribute Ceremony  

McDonough Auditorium  

Celebrate excellence at the 911������ Alumni Awards & Athletic Tribute Ceremony, when we honor distinguished alumni and outstanding students and student-athletes for their remarkable achievements and contributions, along with recognition of the MCAA Council Adkins Society members. Join us for inspiration and pride as we recognize those who exemplify the spirit and legacy of 911������.  

Honoring the following Awards:  

Hall of Honor: Ron Rinard ’72 & Pat Loreno Willis ’70  

Distinguished Alumnus: Doug Griebel ’74

Outstanding Young Alumnus: William Hays ’22

Liz Tribett Service: Melissa Yusko Clawson ’05

Honorary Alumnus Award: Robert Ferguson

10:00 a.m. – Noon

Alpha Xi Delta Brunch

Alpha Xi Delta House

Join current sisters at the AXi house for a brunch.

11:00 a.m. 

Marietta Delt Alumni Association Meeting

Bartlett 166

Marietta Delt alumni are invited to attend the annual meeting.

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Pioneer Tailgate

Don Drumm Stadium   

Join us at the Pioneer Tailgate for an unforgettable pre-game celebration filled with food, fun, and Pioneer spirit! Pioneer Registration includes tailgate lunch. If not registered, $15 at the door, $10 for kids 6-12 years old, Free for kids 0-5 years old. Various organizations will have tailgate setups throughout the tailgating area. A fun chance to connect with fellow alumni, current students, and faculty. Each tailgate will feature its own unique flair, spirit, and pride of Marietta College. At 1:30, the Pioneers take on Muskingum University — don’t miss this exciting OAC matchup and the opportunity to cheer on our amazing student-athletes and first-year MC Coach Tom Kaufman! You can also watch the Volleyball matchup against Carnegie Mellon in Ban Johnson Arena at 3:30 p.m.

Noon–12:30 p.m.

Alpha Xi Delta Building Corporation Annual Meeting

Alpha Xi Delta House

AXD alumnae are invited to attend the annual building corporation meeting.

4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. 

Atrium Gallery, Hermann Third Floor

Artist Reception Christina Ullman ’93 Exhibition “Quiet Majesty: Traversing the Monochromatic Landscape”

5:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

50th Reunion Class of 1975 and all Golden Pioneers Reunion Reception and Dinner   

Reception 5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.   

The President’s House, 301 Fifth St, Marietta  

Dinner 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Andrews Hall, Great Room  

Class of 1975 and all Golden Pioneers (any Pioneer who graduated prior to 1975) are invited to a reception hosted by the President Kathleen Poorman Dougherty. This is a special opportunity for the Class of 1975 and Golden Pioneers to gather and celebrate this milestone together at the President’s House. A special dinner in Andrews Hall’s Great Room will follow.

5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.    

Reunion Class Receptions   

Dyson Baudo Recreation Center Come to the largest banquet space in Washington County — 911������’s own DBRC! The main space will be sectioned off so classes from 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, and 2015 — and their friends — can enjoy an early evening to reconnect and recollect their time at MC. Hors d’oeuvres & cash bar will be available. Email alumni@marietta.edu if you would like to be a Class Volunteer!

5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

Delta Tau Delta’s 50 Years of Fergie Celebration 

Tower Event & Conference Center (400 Tennis Center Drive, Marietta, OH) 

Robert Ferguson is retiring after 50 years of serving as Chapter Advisor of 911������’s Delta Tau Delta Chapter. All 911������ alumni and Marietta residents are invited to join the Marietta Delt alumni, undergraduates and friends for an evening of gratitude, reminiscing and celebration. Cocktail hour starts at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner and a program at 6:30 p.m. Registration is $65/person and includes a buffet meal and cash bar. Dress is business casual.

6:00 p..m.–8:30 p.m.

Alpha Tau Omega’s 135th Social Hour & Banquet

Lafayette Hotel's Banquet Hall, 101 Front St., Marietta

Celebrate this special milestone with your ATO brothers. The social hour starts at 6:00 p.m., followed by the 7:00 p.m. banquet begins. 

Registration is $55/person and is required. Includes dinner & cash bar. Use this link to register: /2025-alpha-tau-omega-dinner Please order your t-shirts by September 23 (using the registration link). Contact Roger Patterson (via alumni@marietta.edu) if you would like to volunteer to make calls to various cohorts.

ATO BANQUET REGISTRATION

7:30–9:30 p.m.

Tau Kappa Epsilon Dinner

Austyn's Restaurant, 130 Front St., Marietta

Join your TKE brothers and their guests for a special Homecoming dinner at Austyn’s. Enjoy a limited menu (each guest will be responsible for their individual check) and a cash bar. RSVP is required so we can provide an accurate head count. Don’t miss this great opportunity to reconnect and share memories with your fraternity brothers!

8:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.    

19th Annual New Plays in One Day Festival  

Hermann Fine Arts Center, Friederich Theater

Watch the magic as our Theatre Department continue to showcase the strength of Marietta’s performing arts! Guests are invited to a special reception that precedes the 8:00 p.m. performance.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19

8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.   

All-Alumni Breakfast  

Gilman Student Center, Dining Hall  

No registration needed. $12 at the door.

Please Note: Additional events are continuously added. Be sure to check back for updates. Questions about Homecoming 2025? Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at alumni@marietta.edu  or 740.376.4709 

REGISTER FOR HOMECOMING

Thank you for celebrating Homecoming with us!

Students, alumni and friends take every opportunity to celebrate life at 911������ and the importance of fostering the friendships that are made during their undergraduate years.

Future dates are tentatively scheduled for:

• 2026: October 15-18

And don’t forget, we are always looking for volunteers to help with planning. Are you a Pio with a passion for service? Interested in becoming a reunion volunteer or hosting an event? Check out our Alumni Volunteer Opportunities page for more information on how you can get involved!