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Homecoming 2016

Greetings Fellow Unionites

Make plans to come back home this year for a special weekend of events celebrating all that God has done, is doing and will do at Union University. There will be special events to look back at significant times in our history as we celebrate class reunions. We can join together to celebrate what is taking place currently on the campus as we watch our NCAA DII athletes compete. After a weekend together, you will have a renewed sense of excitement at what the future holds for our alma mater. Call your classmates and your old roommates. Send word to your pledge class and your old research partner. There is no better time than now to make your trip back home.

Homecoming Schedule

Thursday, November 3

  • Reunion Registration
    3-4:30 p.m. — Courtyard Marriott
    Gather at 200 Campbell Oaks Drive, Jackson, TN (731-256-7073) to receive your nametag and reunion packet in 50-year reunion tote bag.
  • Going Back to the Lexington Inn
    5:00-6:30 p.m. — Carl Grant Events Center
    Join us as we recreate the place where everyone met for the best hamburger and fries in town! Come prepared to share your favorite Lexington Inn stories as we enjoy a nostalgic menu and kick off this fun filled weekend together. Dress is casual. Cost: $20 per person
  • 28th Annual McAfee Organ Concert featuring Janette Fishell
    7:30 p.m. — G.M. Savage Memorial Chapel
    Refreshments will be served in the Chapel foyer prior to the concert.
  • Ice Cream Social and Coffee Bar
    8:30 - 10 p.m. — Carl Grant Events Center
    Calling all alums from the 1950's and 1960's to enjoy a fun time of food and fellowship. Join your classmates to reminisce of your time at Union over an old fashioned banana split or cup of coffee. Cost: $10 per person

Friday, November 4

  • Medallion Reception
    8:30 a.m. — G.M. Savage Memorial Chapel Lobby
    Members of the Class of 1967 are invited for a light breakfast reception as you register for the weekend and prepare to be recognized in the Homecoming Chapel service.
  • Homecoming Chapel Medallion Presentation Ceremony
    10 a.m. — G.M. Savage Memorial Chapel
    Each class member walks across the stage and receives a 50-year medallion from Dr. Dub Oliver, president of Union University, as each biography is read. This has become a highlight of Homecoming weekend as the current student body listens to the accomplishments of your class read aloud and has the opportunity to congratulate you with a round of applause. (NOTE: At 9:30 am the 1967 class is escorted to reserved seating in the chapel for receiving 50-Year Medallions during the service starting at 10:00 am. Family, friends, and '60s classes have reserved seating behind the Class of '67.)
  • Class of 1967 Photo
    11:30 a.m. — Carl Grant Events Center Lobby
  • 50-Year Reunion Medallion Luncheon
    11:45 a.m. — Carl Grant Events Center
    We welcome our families and our friends from other classes of the '60s to celebrate the reunion weekend with us over a buffet of Southern favorites. Cost: $20 per person
  • City of Jackson Tour
    1-4 p.m. Departing from the Carl Grant Events Center
    Join us for a tour of the Union campus of today and yesterday, meeting at "THE CIRCLE" for remembrances and photos with classmates and friends. We will make stops at historic sites in Jackson that you will remember from your college days and will introduce you to the new areas in which Jackson has grown and prospered.
  • Meritorious Service Awards Banquet
    6 p.m. — Carl Grant Events Center
    Make plans to join us for a special time set aside to honor our alumni and friends who have made outstanding contributions to their communities, professions and Union University. Cost: $25 per person

Saturday, November 5

  • Blast From the Past Breakfast Buffet
    9-10:30 a.m. — Carl Grant Events Center
    Any and all Union alumni who are celebrating 50 years or more since graduation are welcome to join this celebration. We will enjoy a delicious breakfast and share stories about college days at Union. Cost: $15 per person
  • Greek Row Open House
    10:30-11:30 a.m. — Union University Greek Row
    Greek houses will be open for our classmates who were affiliated with a Greek organization to visit with current members and reminisce about being a Greek student at Union in 1967.
  • Class of 2006 10 Year Reunion
    11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. — 47 Garden Dr., Jackson TN
    It has been 10 years since you walked the halls of your alma mater. It is time to come home! Bring your family and join with fellow class of 2006 alumni as you celebrate your 10-year reunion. It will be a fun time of fellowship as you share a meal, tell some stories and hear what is happening on campus. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 901.607.1828. Cost: No charge
  • Lady Bulldogs vs. Martin Methodist College Redhawks
    2 p.m. — Fred Delay Gymnasium
    Learn More During halftime, the 2016 Homecoming Court will be announced and President and Mrs. Oliver will crown the Union University Homecoming Queen.
  • Bulldogs vs. Rhodes College Lynx
    4 p.m. — Fred Delay Gymnasium
    Learn More During halftime, the Presidential Cup will be awarded to the student organization that demonstrated outstanding service to the community.

Lodging

  • Courtyard Marriott
    200 Campbell Oaks Drive
    731.422.1818 | 1.888.236.2427
    Union University Rate, $109
  • Doubletree Jackson
    1770 Highway 45 By-Pass S
    731.664.6900 | 1.800.222.TREE
    Union University Rate, $89 for standard guest rooms and $104 for concierge guest rooms
    Full Service Restaurant
  • Howard Johnson
    1292 Vann Drive
    731.660.8651 | 1.800.221.5801
    Union University Rate, $75
    Free Continental Breakfast
  • AllSuites Hotel
    541 Carriage House Drive
    731-668-6000
    Union University Rate is $70/night
  • Country Inn & Suites
    1935 Emporium Drive
    731.660.0077
    Union University Rate, $92/night including breakfast
  • Hampton Inn & Suites
    150 Campbell Oaks Drive
    731.427.6100
    1.800.HAMPTON
    Union University Rate, $109 for suites