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Homecoming

October 18-20, 2024

Bluefield University's 2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend will be held October 20th through the 23rd.

Homecoming Schedule

 

Wednesday, October 16th

9:00am Unveiling of Dr. David Olive’s Presidential Portrait
Location: Lansdell Hall, 2nd Floor
10:30am Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Steven Peterson
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Noon Inauguration Luncheon
Location: Shott Hall, Dining Hall

 

Thursday, October 17th

7:30pm BU Theatre Department Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Admission: Open to the community. Pre-pay here or pay at the door.

 

Friday, October 18th

10:00am Alumni & Friends Golf Outing
Location: Fincastle
Admission: Open to Alumni & Friends. Pay on-site at Fincastle. $40 includes 18 holes + cart.
Noon Homecoming Family Luncheon
Location: Shott Hall, Dining Hall
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
Hospitality Room Opens
Location: Shott Hall, Room A
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
3:00pm Pumpkin Decorating
Location: The Quad
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
4:00pm Goodness & Light Award Reception
Location: Easley Library
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
5:30pm Golden Graduate Reception
Location: Shott Hall, Room B
Admission: Ticketed event (limited seating). Registration required. Open to classes of 1973, 1974, 1975 & guests. Register here.
6:00pm Mountaintop Madness
Location: Dome Gymnasium
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
7:30pm BU Theatre Department Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Admission: Open to the community. Pre-pay here or pay at the door.
8:00pm Homecoming Dance
Location: Shott Hall, Dining Hall
Admission: Open to Current BU Students
8:00pm Alumni Mixer
Location: Shott Hall, A&B Rooms
Admission: Open to Alumni & Friends

 

Saturday, October 19th

8:00am Alumni Breakfast (Served 8:00-10:00am)
Location: Shott Hall, Dining Hall
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
Hospitality Room Opens
Location: Shott Hall, A&B Rooms
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
9:00am Campus Tours Begin
Location: Lansdell Hall Steps
Admission: Open to Alumni & Friends
10:00am Alumni Association Meeting
Location: Shott Hall, Room B
Admission: Open to Alumni, Trustees, Advisory Council Members (current & former)
11:00am Alumni Mixer
Location: Shott Hall, A&B Rooms
Admission: Open to Alumni & Friends
Class of 1974 Meet and Greet
Location: Lansdell Hall, Chandler Boardroom
Admission: Open to classes of 1973, 1974, 1975 & guests.
11:30am Alumni Awards Banquet
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Admission: Ticketed event (limited seating). Registration required. Contact Sherelle Morgan at [email protected] for details.
2:00pm Tailgate Lunch
Location: Mitchell Stadium Parking Lot
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
3:00pm Tailgate Competition
Location: Mitchell Stadium Parking Lot
Admission: Open to Students, Alumni, Friends, Faculty & Staff
3:00pm BU Theatre Department Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Admission: Open to the community. Pre-pay here or pay at the door.
3:30pm Rams Football vs. Kentucky Christian University
Location: Mitchell Stadium
Admission: Open to the community. Pre-pay here or pay at the door.
6:00pm Class of 1974 Fellowship Dinner
Location: Shott Hall, Room B
Admission: Ticketed event (limited seating). Registration required. Open to classes of 1973, 1974, 1975 & guests. Register here.
7:30pm BU Theatre Department Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Admission: Open to the community. Pre-pay here or pay at the door.

 

Sunday, October 20th

11:00am Homecoming Worship with Highlands Fellowship
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
11:30am Sunday Luncheon
Location: Shott Hall, Dining Hall
3:00pm BU Theatre Department Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Location: Harman Chapel, Auditorium
Admission: Open to the community. Pre-pay here or pay at the door.

Lodging

The hotels listed below are within close proximity to Bluefield University’s campus. If you need assistance finding additional lodging options, please do not hesitate to call Sherelle Morgan in Advancement Services at 276.326.4218.

 

Comfort Inn
38769 Governor G.C. Peery Hwy
Bluefield, VA 24605
(276) 326-3688		 Bluefield Inn
2109 Jefferson St.
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 323-2200
Baker’s Hill Inn
1900 Bland St.
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 308-2732		 The Old Jail, LLC
194 Central Ave
Tazewell, VA 24651
(276) 210-4878
Across the Way
Blevins Airbnb
Bluefield, VA 24605
Airbnb.com
 Bluefield Getaway
Airbnb
Bluefield, VA 24605
Airbnb.com

Campus Information

Parking: Parking is available all across campus for Homecoming weekend. Alumni and visitors do not need a parking pass for the weekend. Those who need to avoid steps will want to park in the lots directly behind Shott Hall or Harman Chapel. Parking maps can be found by visiting our campus map page.

Special Assistance: If you require special assistance during Homecoming weekend, we are happy to help. Homecoming events are located in ADA-compliant accessible buildings. Please contact Sherelle Morgan at 276.326.4218.

Campus Store: Our Campus Store is now open in Shott Hall. BU apparel is also available online. Grab your Rams gear to wear to Homecoming!

Registration Form

2024 Alumni Award Winners

Dr. William Tuck '55

Distinguished Hall of Graduates

Dr. Valerie Burrell '09

Primitivo Delgado Christian Service Award

Jimmy Stemple '99

Athletics Hall of Fame Honoree

2009 NCCAA Baseball Championship Team

Athletics Hall of Fame Honorees

Seth White '02

Alumnus of the Year

Dr. Bryan and Mrs. Mindy Zimmerman

Volunteers of the Year

Rob Iden '90

Athletics Hall of Fame Honoree

Yaro Hnatusko '20

Young Alumnus of the Year

Dr. Marshall & Linda Flowers

Honorary Alumni

Tracey Parker '18

Athletics Hall of Fame Honoree

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