Homecoming and Family Weekend 2017
See the full, fun-filled schedule and make your plans to join us!
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4

Marlin Spirit Day!
Snap and share a photo  in your favorite Marlin gear 
on our  Facebook page! 
#marlinspiritday

Wesleyan Wednesday: Singles Mingle
Mix It Up, from 5-7 p.m.
2973 Shore Drive #103, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

VWU Office of Alumni Relations is all about showing "U" the love, so come on out and meet fellow Marlins you may have missed the first time around! Grab your Marlin gals or your Wesleyan wingmen for appetizers on us and a great time !

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6


Homecoming Parade
VWU Campus, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Line the sidewalks to watch an array of participants from student organizations, clubs and athletic teams to a faculty and staff pet parade.



16th Annual Virginia Wesleyan Golf Outing
Stumpy Lake Golf Course
4797 Indian River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
Dual shotgun starts at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Team registration and event sponsorships are still available in support of VWU baseball, softball, and men's lacrosse. See the online brochure for more details.

VWU Friday Night Flights
2941 Shore Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Appetizers on us and exclusive beverage deals for all alumni and their guests, courtesy of co-owner JB Maas '01


Homecoming Performing Arts Showcase 
Hofheimer Theatre, 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday
Join us for a presentation of performances by all areas of the Performing Arts!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7

Homecoming Tailgate
Trinder Center Lawn, 12-4 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate Homecoming! There will be food and beverages for purchase from J&K Grill, NY Souvlaki, Twin Tiger, Kona Ice, and Hoffman Beverages. Students can join the fun outside or use their meal plan in the Boyd Dining Center.

Mingle with your favorite faculty members at the Faculty Tent while the kiddos enjoy the inflatable bounce house. Astro DJ will keep the party going with great music and entertainment while the Chrysler Museum Mobile Glass Studio will give on-site glass-blowing demonstrations. 

And don't forget! Our inaugural Chili Cook Off  tasting and award announcement will start at  1:00 p.m.  Get more details online.

For registered Reunion Groups, see our online FAQs for more information.

There's so much for the Marlin community to enjoy all afternoon long! We can't wait to see you there!






 

Athletics
Hollins University vs. Volleyball
Donald M. Forsyth Court, 11:00 a.m.

Randolph College vs. Women's Soccer
Foster Field at Trinder Center, 1:00 p.m.

Eastern Mennonite University vs. Field Hockey
Birdsong Field, 1:00 p.m.

Randolph College vs. Men's Soccer
Foster Field at Trinder Center, 3:30 p.m.
Alumni Games
Women's Lacrosse
Birdsong Field, 9:00 a.m.

Baseball
Perry Field, 10:00 a.m.

Softball
Marlins Field, 11:30 a.m.

Men's Lacrosse
Birdsong Field, 3:30 p.m.

Even More Events!
Greer Environmental Sciences Center Tour
9:00 a.m.

Graduates for Growth: Class of 2017 Tree Dedication Ceremony
Sidewalk approaching the GESC, 11:30 a.m.

NCAA Division III Softball Championship Ring Ceremony
Foster Field at Trinder Center, 1:45 p.m.
(during Women's Soccer halftime)
Lori Simpers Harris '94, Executive Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations
757.233.8786 | [email protected]