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Friday, September 28
 

8:30am EDT

Dedication: Lane Cafe
Join us for the dedication of the new Lane Cafe in the dining hall.

Friday September 28, 2018 8:30am - 8:45am EDT
Lane Student Center
  Homecoming Exclusive

3:00pm EDT

Dedication: Career and Connection Institute (CCI)
Join us for the dedication of the new Career and Connection Institute on the second floor of Jenks.
Friday September 28, 2018 3:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Jenks - CCI
  Homecoming Exclusive

5:30pm EDT

Scottie Bowl II hosted by Gravity House
5:30 P.M. Tailgating
6:30 P.M. Kickoff
Brigham Athletic Complex

A fall chill whisks through the stadium as the lights burn bright. Gordon spirit fills the bleachers in anticipation of witnessing Gordon’s annual All-Star Flag Football game. Whether it’s the sideline interviews, free food, t-shirts, face painting, lip sync battle, or fast paced flag football, we know one thing; you won’t want to miss it. Brought to you by the Alumni Office, Gravity House, CEC, and REC-IM, join us on Friday, September 28th as we GO FOR II.

Follow @scottiebowlofficial on Instagram and Facebook for updates and additional information. Information will also be available at www.gravityhouse.org/scottiebowl. information. Information will also be available at www.gravityhouse.org/scottiebowl. 


Friday September 28, 2018 5:30pm - 7:45pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Homecoming Exclusive

8:00pm EDT

2018 Homecoming Awards: A Celebration of Faithful Leadership
Celebrate the individuals who embody Gordon’s mission in the world and hear unbelievable stories by Bob Goff! Join us on Friday, September 28 for a fun and inspiring evening of storytelling in honor of our awardees. Tickets available for $10 at https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/996846.

Honoring the recipients of:
  • George F. Bennett Leadership Award - Wai-Kwong Seck, CEO of Asia Pacific for State Street 
  • A. J. Gordon Missionary Service Award - Paul '81 and Lucinda '79 Bentley 
  • Gordon Alumni of the Year Award - Nathan Ubelauer ‘92
  • Gordon Young Alumni Award - Katie Thompson ‘12
  • Winifred Currie Award in Education - Christopher Brooks ‘93
  • Jack Good Community Service Award - Andrea Polnaszek ‘94
  • Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year - Kevin ‘09 and Ryn '10 Grant 
  • Honorary Alumni Award- JoDee Herschend
  • Lifetime Achievement Award - Dr. Bert Hodges 
  • 2018 Athletics Hall of Honor inductees: Stephen Heintz '87 (Men's Basketball), Marion "Nonie" (Halpin) Hodges '65 (Field Hockey, Women's Basketball), Wally King '71B (Men's Basketball– Barrington), Sara (Baker) Lake '01 (Women's Soccer, Women's Basketball, Softball), Cliff "Nubby" McCrath (Men's Soccer Coach, 1960-1966), and Aaron Trigg '10 (Men's Basketball)
Speakers
avatar for Bob Goff

Bob Goff

Bob Goff is the author of New York Times Best-Selling books Love Does and Everybody Always. Bob calls himself a "recovering lawyer" because after practicing law for 25 years, then becoming the Honorary Consul to Uganda, he gave up his law firm to pursue writing and speaking... Read More →


Friday September 28, 2018 8:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
A.J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Homecoming Exclusive
 
Saturday, September 29
 

8:00am EDT

Center for Balance, Mobility, and Wellness Tours
This community resource for healthy and active aging will be open 8:00 am - 1:30 pm, with tours every 15 minutes, beginning at 8:15 am and continuing until 1:15 pm,  led by alumnus Sara Twombly '18.  Meet current student staff Emily Richards, 20 and see her in action working with CBMW members.

More information on the CBMW can be found on their website at https://www.gordon.edu/balance. 
Saturday September 29, 2018 8:00am - 1:30pm EDT
Center for Balance, Mobility and Wellness
  Homecoming Exclusive

8:30am EDT

Welcome Tent Opens

Saturday September 29, 2018 8:30am - 5:30pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

10:00am EDT

Parents Reception with President and Mrs. Lindsay
President and Mrs. Lindsay invite you to join them as they host a reception for all parents. This is a great opportunity to meet President and Mrs. Lindsay, the Gordon administration and cabinet, and other Gordon parents. Light refreshments will be served. Gordon’s Parent Advisory Council will also be on hand to answer any questions you may have.  We would love to meet you!

Saturday September 29, 2018 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Frost Lobby
  Homecoming Exclusive

11:00am EDT

Campus Connections
Visit representatives of some of our on-campus programs at tables under the Welcome Tent to find out how you (and your family) can get connected. Details to follow.
Saturday September 29, 2018 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Welcome Tent, Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

11:00am EDT

Food Trucks & Pop-Ups
Enjoy food and drink from the following vendors:

  • Ipswich Clambake
  • Little Wolf Coffee
  • Captain Dusty's Ice Cream

Food and beverage are also available at Bistro 255 inside Jenks library, or in Lane Student Center.

Saturday September 29, 2018 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

11:00am EDT

Homecoming Marketplace
New in 2018, the Homecoming Marketplace offers a space to show off the rich artistic talent of the Gordon Community. Drop by the Marketplace tent to check out goods from Gordon's artists, makers and builders, and witness the creative genius of alumni, faculty, staff, and students.

Some of our fabulous vendors include:

Saturday September 29, 2018 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

11:00am EDT

Homecoming Stage Opens
This year's Homecoming Stage will feature:

Saturday September 29, 2018 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

11:30am EDT

Dedication: New Track and Turf
Join us at halftime of the women's field hockey game for the formal dedication of the new track and turf.

Saturday September 29, 2018 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Homecoming Exclusive

1:00pm EDT

3rd Annual Cornhole Tournament
Show off your skills in our third annual cornhole tournament, hosted by the Student Ambassadors. Pick your partner, rank your skill and compete in our double-elimination tournament for the top spot!
$20 buy-in per team. Cash prize for the first and second place winners.

Register your team online at alumni.gordon.edu/homecoming18.
*Pre-registration required. Check in at the Welcome Tent by 12:45 pm for bracket information.


Saturday September 29, 2018 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

1:45pm EDT

Opening Ceremony of the Village Chicken Coop.
Join us as we celebrate the opening of our new chicken coop. Enjoy desserts and refreshments during the ceremony.
Saturday September 29, 2018 1:45pm - 2:30pm EDT
MacInnis
  Homecoming Exclusive

2:15pm EDT

Ockenga Chair Installation, Dr. Elaine Phillips
Dr. Elaine Phillips, distinguished professor of biblical studies, will be formally installed as the second holder of the Ockenga Professorship of Biblical and Theological Studies.

The inaugural holder, Dr. Marv Wilson, will give the charge to his longtime colleague and friend who has taught at Gordon since 1993. Phillips, one of Gordon’s most senior scholars with particular expertise in the Old Testament, will also share reflections in an address entitled “Where is Wisdom to be Found.”

Speakers
avatar for Elaine Phillips

Elaine Phillips

After receiving her undergraduate degree in social psychology from Cornell University and the Master of Divinity degree from Biblical Theological Seminary, Elaine Phillips, along with her husband, Perry, studied and taught for three years in Israel. Upon their return, they taught... Read More →

Saturday September 29, 2018 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Gregory Auditorium, Jenks 237
  Homecoming Exclusive

3:00pm EDT

Dedication: Career and Connection Institute (CCI)
Join us for the dedication of the new Career and Connection institute on the 2nd floor of Jenks library. There will be cider donuts for yo u to enjoy!
Saturday September 29, 2018 3:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
CCI, Jenks 2nd floor
  Homecoming Exclusive

5:00pm EDT

Coy Pond Piranhas Concert
The Gordon College Jazz Ensemble presents a concert of jazz standards. It's the last concert for director Dr. David Rox '71, so don't miss out on this evening of great music and talent!

Rain location: Phillips Recital Hall


Saturday September 29, 2018 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Phillips Hall patio
  Homecoming Exclusive

7:00pm EDT

Highland Games
Saturday September 29, 2018 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Ferrin Field
  Homecoming Exclusive
 
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2nd Floor, Ken Olsen Science Center
A.J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
Alumni Reading Room, Jenks Library
ASF Newroz Garden
Atomic Cafe [Coffee Roasters], 286 Cabot St., Beverly
Barrington Cinema Room
Bennett Center
Bookstore, Lane Student Center
Brigham Athletic Complex
CCI, Jenks 2nd floor
Center for Balance, Mobility and Wellness
Chairman's Room, Ken Olsen Science Center
Chester's Place
Coy Pond dock
Ferrin Field
Frost Hall Circle
Frost Lobby
Gregory Auditorium, Jenks 237
Griswald Auditorium, MacDonald 131
J. Tec White Field
Jenks - CCI
Ken Olsen Science Center Lobby
Lane Student Center
MacInnis
Magnolia 525
Margaret Jensen Theatre, Barrington Center for the Arts
Pendragon, Frost Hall
Phillips Hall patio
Phillips Recital Hall
Reference Room, Jenks Learning Resource Center
Softball Field
The Boathouse
The Gallery at Barrington Center for the Arts
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Tupper Hall, Lane Student Center
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Welcome Tent, Quad
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