SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
THURSDAY, OCT. 4TH
6:30 p.m. Class of 1958 Reunion – Chowning Executive Dining Room
Members of the class of 1958 are invited to attend a dinner in your honor as we celebrate your 60th class reunion. Alumni from previous classes are invited to attend. Please call the Office of Alumni to RSVP (270-789-5216)
FRIDAY, OCT. 5TH
11:00 a.m. Golden Heritage Club Reunion Lunch – Banquet Hall
Golden Heritage Club members are invited to attend the annual reunion and lunch served in honor of this year’s inductees, The class of 1968! Please RSVP to the Office of Alumni at 270-789-5216. Cost is $10 each. There is no charge for the Class of 1968.
2:00 p.m. Golden Heritage Club Induction Ceremony, Class of 1968 – Ransdell Chapel
In honor of your 50th Class reunion, the class of 1968 will be inducted into Campbellsville University’s Golden Heritage Club. The Golden Heritage Club is for alumni who have celebrated 50 years or more.
3:00-6 p.m. Homecoming Art Exhibit – Turner Log Cabin
6:00 p.m. Alumni Reception and Awards Ceremony – Banquet Hall
Join us for the annual Homecoming Reception and Awards Ceremony. This year we will crown the 2018 Distinguished Alumni along with new categories of recognition. Tickets will be $25 each and will include admission to the evening’s theater production.
8:00 p.m. University Theater Production, “Once Upon a Mattress” – Russ Mobley Theater, Alumni Building
“Once Upon a Mattress” is a musical comedy with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. It opened off-Broadway in May 1959, and then moved to Broadway. The play was written as an adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea”.
9:00 p.m. Maroon Goons Pep Rally – Behind the Student Activity Center
SATURDAY, OCT. 6TH
All Day – 2nd Annual Maroon and Gray Give Day
Be a part of something historic as we look to break last year’s record of 1,162 gifts in 24 hours. The goal for 2018 is 1,500 gifts in 24 hours! Give online, give at the Give Day Locations on campus, or call the Office of Development at (270) 789-5211! Every gift counts make multiple gifts to help reach our goal! What a great time to let your Tiger Pride shine!
8:30 a.m until 10:00 a.m. President’s Homecoming Breakfast-Winters Dining Hall
Price: $6.00 per person
9:00 a.m. Motorcycle Ride with Ed – Books N Beans, Montgomery Library
Join campus minister Ed Pavy for a motorcycle ride through beautiful Taylor County! The ride will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Chowning Patio located on the side of Montgomery Library/Books N Beans! Call Ed at (270) 789-5227 to RSVP for the ride!
10 a.m. until noon – Alumni Art Exhibit – The Pence-Chowning Art Gallery
Visit The Pence-Chowning Art Gallery and view an art exhibit by CU alumna Billie Sue Kibbons (’75).
10 a.m. until noon-“W x L x H”, Pop-up Exhibition-Susan Tesseneer Art Studio
Featuring art work from students in 3D design.
Noon until 3:30 p.m. CU and Taylor County History Exhibit-Archives Room, Montgomery Library
Noon until 4:00 p.m. 26th Annual Homecoming Car Cruise – Montgomery Library Lawn
Shine your ride and come out to the car cruise on Montgomery Lawn. Each year classics, customs and Muscle cars from all eras are on display! Registration will start at 11:00 a.m. and last until 1:00 p.m. For more information, contact Stan McKinney at 270-789-5035 at somckinney@campbellsville.edu
Noon Homecoming Festival on Stapp Lawn
Reconnect with classmates, visit with your favorite professor, or browse over 100 classic cars on Stapp Lawn! The Homecoming Festival has something for everyone! Inflatables, games, food, and entertainment will make your day special!
Special Attractions include:
75’ Inflatable Obstacle Course
40’ Inflatable Bungee Run
Zorb Balls Race Track
Archery Tag
Rock Climbing Wall
Club Booths
Pumpkin Painting for Kids
2:30 p.m. University Theater Presents, “Once Upon a Mattress” – Russ Mobley Theater, Alumni Building
“Once Upon a Mattress” is a musical comedy with music by Mary Rodgers, lyrics by Marshall Barer, and book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer. It opened off-Broadway in May 1959, and then moved to Broadway. The play was written as an adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale “The Princess and the Pea”.
3:00 p.m. Veterans Recognition Ceremony – Flag Pole Plaza, Stapp Lawn
Join us as we pay tribute to the men and women who have protected our country and freedoms!
4:00 p.m. Homecoming Parade – Main St, Campbellsville, KY
Always a crowd favorite, the annual homecoming parade will begin at 4:00 p.m. This year’s Grand Marshall will be veterans from our Armed Forces. Come cheer on the Tiger Marching Band and student organizations as they pass by!
3:45 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. CU Praise Band-Stapp Lawn
4:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Family Yard Games – Stapp Lawn
5:00 p.m. Tiger Tailgate Party – Stapp Lawn
Hungry?? Return to Stapp Lawn after the parade for a tailgate themed dinner!
7:01 p.m. Homecoming Football Game – Finley Stadium, Citizens Bank Field
Come cheer on your Fighting Tigers as they take the field to battle the Bethel University Wildcats! Also, who’s your pick for the 2018 Homecoming Queen? Watch the halftime show to find out who will be crowned!
