Homecoming & Parent Weekend 2025
February 14-15, 2025
Celebrating the Classes of 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005, & 2015.
For immediate questions, contact alumni@lander.edu or call 864-388-8351
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EVENTS
HOMECOMING WEEKEND & ALUMNI REUNION
Friday, February 14
Alumni Awards Luncheon
New Hall Multipurpose Room | 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Registration required
Alumni Golf
Greenwood County Club | 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Check-in at 11 a.m. with Shotgun Start at noon. Submit registration form to Kevin Prater at kcprater@sportsbreak.net or call (864) 993-0991 for questions. Alumni Golf Awards Ceremony immediately following conclusion of golf at Sports Break Grill & Bar.
Women's Softball vs. UNC Pembroke
Spears Field | 4:00 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $5 at the door (kids 12 & under FREE)
Women's Softball vs. Rollins
Spears Field | 6:00 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $5 at the door (kids 12 & under FREE)
Bearcat Growler Night
Good Times Brewing (Greenwood) | 7:00 p.m.
Join alumni from across the generations for a party at Good Times Brewing! This will be a Roaring 20’s themed party, so dress accordingly. Registration required.
Saturday, February 15
Welcome and History of Lander with a special emphasis on Chipley Hall
Abney Cultural Center Auditorium | 9:30-10:15 a.m.
Join us for a brief History lesson on Lander University with a special emphasis on Chipley Hall’s 100th anniversary, provided by our very own Lisa Wiecki and Dr. David Mash.
Chipley's 100th Birthday Celebration
Chipley Hall | 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Join us in celebrating 100 years of Chipley Hall by touring the lobby and taking a stroll down memory lane. There will be a Birthday Cake Cutting at 12:30 p.m.
Homecoming Tailgate Party
Chipley Hall Circle | 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join the party with fellow alumni, students, families and friends at our official Homecoming Tailgate! Registration required. We encourage you to bring your own tailgate snacks, however, the dining hall, Chick-fil-a and Starbucks will be open for food and beverage purchases. Please be aware of the Tailgating Rules.
Dedication of Samuel Lander’s Desk
Main Reading Room, Jackson Library | 11:00 a.m.
Men's Baseball vs. Mars Hill
Dolny Stadium | 12:00 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $5 at the door (kids 12 & under FREE)
Lander Homecoming Basketball Games
Finis Horne Arena
Come cheer on the Bearcats men’s and women’s basketball teams as they clash on the court with Georgia College & State in Lander’s Homecoming Games! Homecoming King and Queen will be crowned at halftimes.
Women's Lacrosse vs. Converse
Van Taylor Stadium | 2:00 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $5 at the door (kids 12 & under FREE)
Women's Softball vs. UNC Pembroke
Doug Spears Field | 4:00 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $5 at the door (kids 12 & under FREE)
Women's Softball vs. Emmanuel
Doug Spears Field | 6:00 p.m.
Ticket Cost: $5 at the door (kids 12 & under FREE)
Lander Alumni & Family Hotel Rates
Inn on the Square:
Families must call the local number (864) 330-1010 and ask for the Lander Rate; $112 for single King or Queen Room; $122 for double bedroom.
Comfort Inn:
10% off for family & friends of the University
Must call the local number at (864) 413-1203 and give the code LANDF to receive the discount.
Fairfield Inn:
Rate of $139 for Alumni & Friends; Must call the local number (864) 330-3300 and ask for the Lander discount.