While ESU alumni return to the Hornets’ Nest for Homecoming, the campus welcomes the Emporia community to enjoy the special events. Homecoming 2017 begins Thursday, Nov. 2 and concludes with a matinee of the musical on Sunday, Nov. 5.
Thursday, Nov. 2
- Sam E. and Jeannene Hayes Lecture, Memorial Union’s Webb Hall, 7:30 p.m., free
- “9 to 5, the Musical,” based on the 1980 movie of the same name, Bruder Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 3
- KSTC Luncheon featuring Classes of 1957 and 1967, Memorial Union’s KSTC Ballroom, 11:30 a.m., reservations required.
- Black and Gold Gala honoring five Distinguished Alumni and three Outstanding Recent Graduates and recognizing donors, Memorial Union’s Webb Hall, 5:30 p.m., reservations required.
- “9 to 5, the Musical,” based on the 1980 movie of the same name, Bruder Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 4
- Athletics Hall of Honor Breakfast, Memorial Union’s Webb Hall, 8 a.m., reservations required.
- ESU New Residence Hall Groundbreaking, 1200 block of Highland Street, 10 a.m.
- Homecoming Parade, Commercial Street, 11:30 a.m.
- Hornet Football against Missouri Western, Welch Stadium, 2 p.m.
- “9 to 5, the Musical,” based on the 1980 movie of the same name, Bruder Theatre, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 5
- “9 to 5, the Musical,” based on the 1980 movie of the same name, Bruder Theatre, 2 p.m.
For more information about all Homecoming events and to make reservations, go to www.emporia.edu/homecoming.