Alumni, families, students and friends are invited to one big weekend full of events. This combination of Homecoming and Family Weekend will celebrate Hope's past, present and future as we bring the entire Hope community together.

Join us: October 17–18, 2025

Thursday, October 16

  • 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Alumni Hang Out hosted by the Alumni Board of Directors | New Holland Brewing Co.

Friday, October 17

  • 3 - 4 p.m. | Hope in the [Real] World: 10 Under 10 Alumni Awards Panel | Winants Auditorium in Graves Hall
    • The entire 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ community is invited to join as we hear from the 2025 10 Under 10 Award recipients. They will discuss how they have pursued their passions and lived into their vocations, as well as how they have navigated life after Hope.
  • 4:30 -  6 p.m. | Biology Alumni Mixer
  • 5 - 8 p.m. | The HUB | Haworth Hotel
    • Stop by the HUB to pick up a weekend schedule, have a question answered, grab a bit of swag, turn in your completed treasure hunt and enter the weekend raffle. Donut Run 5K Packets will be available here. We will also have a special gift for all alumni celebrating a reunion: a voucher for a complimentary dinner at Phelps Dining Hall (good for Friday or Saturday) compliments of the 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ Alumni Association.
  • 5 - 8 p.m. | Packet pick-up for the Donut Run 5K | The HUB | Haworth Hotel
  • 7 - 9 p.m. | 10 Under 10 Soirée | Piek Events at Tulyp Hotel
    • Alumni, students, families and friends are invited to celebrate with the 10 Under 10 award recipients in a meet-and-greet setting with appetizers and a cash bar. There is no cost to register and you may come and go as you please.
  • 7 - 8:30 p.m. | Homecoming Concert |

Saturday, October 18

  • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | The HUB | Bultman Student Center
    • Stop by the HUB to pick up a weekend schedule, have a question answered, grab a bit of swag and enter the weekend raffle. We will also have a special gift for all alumni celebrating a reunion: a voucher for a complimentary dinner at Phelps Dining Hall (good for Friday or Saturday) compliments of the 91ÌÒÉ«ÆÆ½â°æ Alumni Association.
  • 9 a.m. | One Big Weekend Donut Run 5K | Ray and Sue Smith Stadium
  • 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Alumni of Color Advisory Council Brunch | Maas Auditorium
    • Alumni and families of color are invited to join the Alumni of Color Advisory Council for a time of connection, inspiration and a complimentary meal.
  • 12 - 2 p.m. | One Big Bash | Pine Grove
    • It’s a party in the Pine Grove! Alumni, families and students are invited to celebrate Hope at this fun-filled event. Just stop by or hang out for hours - we’ll have a few food trucks, epic games, special swag and space to just hang out with your family or friends before you head to the Homecoming football game. A special tailgate-themed meal will be available for takeout at Phelps Dining Hall for a discounted price.
  • 1:30 p.m - Halftime of the football game | H-Club Tent | Ray and Sue Smith Stadium
      • Athletic alumni (H-Club members) and their families are welcome to stop by the tent near the north end zone for snacks and camaraderie. 
  • 2 p.m. | Hope vs. Adrian Football | Ray and Sue Smith Stadium
        • Tickets available at the in September
  • 7 - 9 p.m. | |
  • 7 - 9 p.m. | Class of 1985 | 40-Year Reunion | $30 | Boatwerks Restaurant
    • Let’s celebrate 40 years! Members of the Class of 1985 will enjoy heavy appetizers, an open bar (one drink ticket included in registration) and plenty of time to spend together catching up.
  • 7 - 9 p.m. | Class of 1995 | 30-Year Reunion | $20 | Haworth Hotel
    • Let’s celebrate 30 years! Members of the Class of 1995 will enjoy heavy appetizers, a cash bar and plenty of time to spend together catching up.
  • 7 - 9 p.m. | Class of 2005 | 20-Year Reunion | $20 Haworth Hotel
    • Let’s celebrate 20 years! Members of the Class of 2005 will enjoy heavy appetizers, a cash bar and plenty of time to spend together catching up. 
  • 7 - 9 p.m. | Class of 2015 | 10-Year Reunion | $10 | 205 Coffee Bar
    • Let’s celebrate 10 years! Members of the Class of 2015 will enjoy Skiles pizza, a cash bar and plenty of time to spend together catching up.