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GORDON COLLEGE HOMECOMING AND FAMILY WEEKEND 2019
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Friday, October 4
 

7:45am EDT

130 Years of Excellence exhibit
Get a glimpse into Gordon's founding through photos and artifacts in an exhibit curated by the Gordon College Archives.
Friday October 4, 2019 7:45am - 9:00pm EDT
Jenks Reference Room
  Arts and Academics

7:45am EDT

Scotland Calls: 100 years of Twentieth Century Scottish Photography
The Jenks Library at Gordon College and the Navigator Foundation present a preview of the exhibition Scotland Calls. The exhibition features photographs depicting the landscape, industrial scenes, customs and people of Scotland in the 20th Century. The photographs provide a brilliant panorama of Scottish history and aesthetics.
Friday October 4, 2019 7:45am - 9:00pm EDT
Beauregard Mezzanine
  Arts and Academics

8:30am EDT

Parents and Friends Prayer Time
The Parents and Friends Prayer Group meets four times a year. It is an opportunity for folks to gather and pray for the needs of the College and of families in our Gordon community. We offer an email address, parentprayer@gordon.edu, where prayer requests can be submitted to this group. The first meeting is Friday, October 4 at 8:30 a.m. It will be hosted by Rebecca Lindsay at the President’s residence, Wilson House.
Friday October 4, 2019 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Wilson House
  Parent events

10:00am EDT

130th Homecoming Convocation
Join a very special 130th anniversary Convocation at that will creatively showcase the transformative contributions of Gordon students over the years, as well as share encouraging news and several reasons for great optimism about Gordon’s future. You won't want to miss this time of celebration for the extended Gordon family!
Friday October 4, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Homecoming Exclusive

4:00pm EDT

Women's Tennis v. Springfield
Friday October 4, 2019 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Athletics

5:00pm EDT

Scottie Bowl and Tailgating
The chill in the air, the stadium lights burning bright and the excitement of witnessing in the biggest Flag Football games on the North Shore. Scottie Bowl III is taking things to another level, with the championship Men’s and Women’s Flag Football games Friday, October 4. Come cheer on your favorite Residence Hall. All are welcome—you won’t want to miss it!

5 p.m. | Tailgate for Gordon Students in the Brigham parking lot (Residence Halls are having a tailgating party for students).
6:30 p.m. | Kickoff on the Turf (alumni and families are invited to come to the game, though food will not be available for them).
Friday October 4, 2019 5:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Student Events

8:00pm EDT

Homecoming Awards Celebration
Celebrate the individuals who embody Gordon’s mission in the world and a time of praise. Join us on Friday, October 4 for a fun and inspiring evening in honor of our awardees, followed by worship led by guest musician David Leonard of All Sons and Daughters.

Tickets for the Homecoming Awards Ceremony featuring David Leonard are $5 for students, and $10 for faculty, staff and off-campus guests. Purchase tickets →
Friday October 4, 2019 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Homecoming Exclusive, Registration required
 
Saturday, October 5
 

8:00am EDT

Food Trucks and Pop-ups
Eat up! We've got a selection of vendors ready to meet your heart's desires.

Welcome Tent
Little Wolf Coffee Roasters (8 a.m.–5:30 p.m.)
Captain Dusty's Ice Cream (11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.)

Food Trucks (11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.)
Chick-fil-A
Ipswich Clambake

On-campus offerings
Chester's Place (9 a.m.–1 a.m.)
Saturday October 5, 2019 8:00am - 5:30pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

8:00am EDT

Welcome Tent
Your home base for Homecoming! Stop in to reunite with friends and connect with the College. Don't forget to pick up ice cream from the Captain Dusty's stand and coffee from the Little Wolf Coffee Roasters pop-up!
Saturday October 5, 2019 8:00am - 5:30pm EDT
The Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

8:30am EDT

13th Annual Kids' Fun Run
This once-around-the-quad run (about a 1/4 mile) is free for all children ages 10 and under. T-shirts and medals will be given to all participants, and five kids will win kids' activity tracker! The Fun Run begins at 8:30 a.m. and will take only a few minutes to complete, even at a walking pace! Free and open to any children.

To register, email jen.migonis@gmail.com with the names of your children and the size of their shirts.
Saturday October 5, 2019 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Sidewalk in front of MacDonald
  Family Fun

9:00am EDT

13th Annual Scot Trot 5k
The course is almost completely flat with a few small hills. The race will begin at the center of campus with a full loop around the quad. Participants will run through the Gordon woods for great views and return to the quad for the final lap. North Shore Timing will be professionally timing the course.

Free registration for all current Gordon students (no t-shirt included), and runners registering by September 18 are guaranteed a long sleeve wicking running shirt! Race fee is $20 until September 18 and $25 September 19–October 5. Sign up now!
Saturday October 5, 2019 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Chase Hall
  Family Fun

9:00am EDT

Enneagram Workshop with Ian Morgan Cron
Join expert Enneagram teacher Ian Morgan Cron for a workshop on Saturday, October 5. Participation is $50 and space is limited, so register now! ​Register >​​​
Saturday October 5, 2019 9:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Gregory Auditorium, Jenks
  Homecoming Exclusive, Registration required

9:00am EDT

Homecoming Marketplace
Want to get a head-start on Christmas shopping this year? Need a birthday gift for your bestie? Browse a selection of goods and services provided by some of Gordon's most creative and entrepreneurial spirits.
Saturday October 5, 2019 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Welcome Tent on Quad
  Homecoming Exclusive

10:00am EDT

Curious George Storytime Hour
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Bookstore
  Family Fun

10:00am EDT

Parents' Reception with President and Mrs. Lindsay
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Frost Lobby
  Parent events

10:00am EDT

Gordon Softball v. Alumni
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Softball Field
  Athletics

10:00am EDT

Volleyball v. Regis
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Bennett Center
  Athletics

10:00am EDT

Kids' learn-to-row with Varsity Crews
Calling all 5–12-year-old aspiring scullers! Gordon Rowing is partnering with Kindersculls Youth Rowing Camps to bring mini rowing camp to Coy Pond at Homecoming! Kids'-sized single boats, oars and lifejackets will be provided, and coaches will be present in kayaks to help facilitate. (If you can’t do a jumping jack, you might be too little, but we’re happy to try!)

Stop by the rowing table at the Welcome Tent to sign up for a spot (bring a parent because you need to sign a waiver). Groups of up to eight will be launched every half hour, starting at 10:30 a.m. Scullers should meet at the Welcome Tent table to practice technique before heading over to the water. Rowing games and crafts will be at the table too, so feel free to stay a while.
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Welcome Tent on Quad
  Family Fun

10:00am EDT

Shuttles to Campus
In the event of rain or full parking lots, shuttles will run between remote parking at Penguin Hall Academy and the Chapel parking lot.

Directions to Penguin Hall →
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 9:00pm EDT
Chapel parking lot

10:00am EDT

130 Years of Excellence exhibit
Get a glimpse into Gordon's founding through photos and artifacts in an exhibit curated by the Gordon College Archives.
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 9:00pm EDT
Jenks Reference Room
  Arts and Academics

10:00am EDT

Scotland Calls: 100 years of Twentieth Century Scottish Photography
The Jenks Library at Gordon College and the Navigator Foundation present a preview of the exhibition Scotland Calls. The exhibition features photographs depicting the landscape, industrial scenes, customs and people of Scotland in the 20th Century. The photographs provide a brilliant panorama of Scottish history and aesthetics.
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:00am - 9:00pm EDT
Beauregard Mezzanine
  Arts and Academics

10:30am EDT

Alumni Swim Meet
The Gordon College Swim Team will be hosting its Annual Alumni Swim Meet on Saturday, October 5 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bennett Center Pool, followed by pizza in the classroom.
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Bennett Center
  Athletics

10:30am EDT

JAF Reunion
Come meet JAF folks from ages past as well as the newest cohort. Share stories and food with family and friends in the Pendragon. Register now →
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
The Pendragon
  Gatherings & Reunions

10:30am EDT

40th Reunion—Class of 1979
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Alumni Reading Room
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

10:30am EDT

Adoption and Foster Care Gathering
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Bennett Center Classroom
  Gatherings & Reunions

10:30am EDT

Peter Rabbit in the Garden
It’s a Peter Rabbit party with crafts and games! Join Gordon’s Garden team at the Newroz Garden, located behind Barrington Center for the Arts, for an open house. The Garden team will be there to chat about the garden and offer activities for children.
Saturday October 5, 2019 10:30am - 1:00pm EDT
Newroz Garden
  Family Fun

11:00am EDT

Women's Field Hockey v. University of New England
Saturday October 5, 2019 11:00am - 1:00pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Athletics

11:00am EDT

La Vida Rock Gym
Saturday October 5, 2019 11:00am - 2:00pm EDT
Bennett Center
  Family Fun

11:00am EDT

Kids' Activities
Get your kids ready for lots of fun! Homecoming will feature inflatables, face painting and a trackless train.
Saturday October 5, 2019 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Mini quad
  Family Fun

11:00am EDT

Open House: Career and Connection Institute
Extended hours! Join the Career and Connection Institute (CCI) for refreshments, meet the CCI team and learn about Gordon’s approach to equipping students for the future of work and to flourish for life.
Saturday October 5, 2019 11:00am - 5:00pm EDT
Career and Connection Institute, Jenks
  Homecoming Exclusive

12:00pm EDT

Baseball v. Bunker Hill Community College
Saturday October 5, 2019 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
J. Tec White Field
  Athletics

12:00pm EDT

Women's Soccer v. University of New England
Saturday October 5, 2019 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
The Quad
  Athletics

12:00pm EDT

Women's Tennis v. Wentworth
Saturday October 5, 2019 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Athletics

12:00pm EDT

Barrington Reunion Luncheon
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Reunion Tent on Quad
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

12:00pm EDT

Golden Reunion Luncheon
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Chairman's Room
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

1:00pm EDT

Faculty Connections
Enjoy cookies, catch up with faculty and meet professors you don't know yet!

Biblical Studies and Christian Ministries | At department flag outside MacDonald (lawn between MacDonald and Emery)
Rain location: MacDonald first floor BCM department suites

Communication Arts; Art; Theatre Arts | Barrington lobby

Computer Science | Ken Olsen Science Center (KOSC) 118

Economics and Business | Frost lobby

Education | Quad in front of Jenks
Rain location: Jenks Reference Room

English; Languages; Linguistics | In front of KOSC
Rain plan: Jenks Reference Room

Music | Following the Intergenerational Hymn Sing, Phillips

Political Science; Philosophy; History | In front of KOSC
Rain location: Jenks Reference Room

Psychology; Sociology; Social Work | Beauregard Mezzanine, Jenks

Biology; Chemistry; Kinesiology; Recreation, Sport and Wellness; Physics; Math | In front of KOSC
Rain location: KOSC 2nd floor lounge
Saturday October 5, 2019 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Various campus locations
  Gatherings & Reunions

1:00pm EDT

Art Exhibit: "Night, Desert, Garden: New Work by Matt Doll"
Drawing from the Italian tradition and allusions to the Bible and from his time living and working in Jerusalem amidst conflicts, Matt Doll, director of Gordon in Orvieto, presents a solo gallery on Saturday: Night, Desert, Garden.

Join the artist for a reception and gallery talk at 1:30 p.m.
Saturday October 5, 2019 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
The Gallery, Barrington Center for the Arts
  Arts and Academics

1:00pm EDT

La Vida Flying Squirrel and Giant Swing
Saturday October 5, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Frost Hall Circle
  Family Fun

1:30pm EDT

Panel Discussion: Agile Development in the Real World
Celebrate the Computer Science Department's 40th anniversary with a panel discussion on Agile Development in the Real World.
Saturday October 5, 2019 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center 118
  Arts and Academics

2:00pm EDT

Computer Science Open House Tours
In celebration of the Computer Science Department's 40th anniversary, visit their home turf in the Ken Olsen Science center to tour their labs and server room.
Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Ken Olsen Science Center 118
  Arts and Academics

2:00pm EDT

Intergenerational Hymn Sing
Saturday October 5, 2019 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Phillips Recital Hall
  Arts and Academics

3:00pm EDT

JUD Talks speech competition
Come hear inspiring speeches by Gordon students and alumni from last semester's 2019 JUD Talks, the Adoniram Judson Gordon Memorial Speech Competition.

Featuring: Jes Mabanglo, Amaury Gutierrez and Robert Mech
Saturday October 5, 2019 3:00pm - 3:45pm EDT
Barrington Cinema
  Arts and Academics

3:00pm EDT

Women's Lacrosse v. Alumni
Saturday October 5, 2019 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Athletics

3:00pm EDT

Men's Soccer v. University of New England
Saturday October 5, 2019 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
The Quad
  Athletics

4:00pm EDT

Theatre production: Antigone
Written by Jean Anouilh, translated by Jeremy Sams
Directed by Kimberly LaCroix '08
Role of Creon performed by Norm Jones
Buy tickets →

Antigone wants to believe there is such a thing as “right” and “wrong.” Creon is resigned to a different morality. Join them, in this modern adaptation of the classic text, as they wage a fierce battle and ask: Is peace worth more than dignity? Is anything still worth dying for?

September 26 (7:30 p.m.), 27 (7:30 p.m.), 28 (4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.), Oct 3 (7:30 p.m.), 5 (4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.)
Saturday October 5, 2019 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Margaret Jensen Theatre
  Arts and Academics, Registration required

4:30pm EDT

Highland Games
Flags fly in the wind, faces are covered in festive paint and enthusiastic chants echo from all corners of campus. It’s the Highland Games at Gordon College. For the fifth year, students will vie for victory in a series of traditional Scottish games and events in honor of Gordon Clan heritage.
Saturday October 5, 2019 4:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Ferrin Field
  Student Events

5:00pm EDT

Coy Pond Piranhas Concert
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Phillips Recital Hall
  Arts and Academics

5:00pm EDT

Men's Lacrosse v. Alumni
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Brigham Athletic Complex
  Athletics

5:30pm EDT

30th Reunion—Class of 1989
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Chairman's Room
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

5:30pm EDT

35th reunion—Class of 1984
Location change: President's Dining Room, Lane. Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
President's Dining Room, Lane
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

5:30pm EDT

45th reunion—Class of 1974
Location change: Lion's Den, Lane
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:30pm - 7:00pm EDT
Lion's Den, Lane
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

5:45pm EDT

Rowing Team Boat Dedication
TIME AND LOCATION CHANGE: This event will now take place inside the A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel at 5:45 p.m.
Saturday October 5, 2019 5:45pm - 6:30pm EDT
A.J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
  Athletics

6:00pm EDT

25th reunion—Class of 1994
The 25th reunion will take place at 36 Topsfield Rd., Wenham. Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Home of Jennifer Jukanovich
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

7:00pm EDT

10th and 20th reunion—Classes of 2009 and 1999
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
The Castle
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

7:00pm EDT

15th reunion—Class of 2004
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
The Rhumb Line
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

7:00pm EDT

5th reunion—Class of 2014
Register for your reunion →
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:00pm - 10:00pm EDT
Atomic Café
  Gatherings & Reunions, Registration required

7:30pm EDT

Theatre production: Antigone
Written by Jean Anouilh, translated by Jeremy Sams
Directed by Kimberly LaCroix '08
Role of Creon performed by Norm Jones
Buy tickets →

Antigone wants to believe there is such a thing as “right” and “wrong.” Creon is resigned to a different morality. Join them, in this modern adaptation of the classic text, as they wage a fierce battle and ask: Is peace worth more than dignity? Is anything still worth dying for?

September 26 (7:30 p.m.), 27 (7:30 p.m.), 28 (4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.), Oct 3 (7:30 p.m.), 5 (4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.)
Saturday October 5, 2019 7:30pm - 9:00pm EDT
Margaret Jensen Theatre
  Arts and Academics, Registration required

8:30pm EDT

Young Alumni Party
Reconnect with classmates from the Classes of 2009–2019 at this year’s Young Alumni Homecoming party. We’ll be at Atomic Café from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 5. Enjoy free appetizers, as well as beer, wine and coffee for purchase. Invite your fellow classmates through the Facebook event page! Let us know you're coming by registering at gordon.edu/homecoming.
Saturday October 5, 2019 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Atomic Café
  Gatherings & Reunions
 
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A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
A.J. Gordon Memorial Chapel
Alumni Reading Room
Atomic Café
Barrington Cinema
Beauregard Mezzanine
Bennett Center
Bennett Center Classroom
Bookstore
Brigham Athletic Complex
Career and Connection Institute, Jenks
Chairman's Room
Chapel parking lot
Chase Hall
Ferrin Field
Frost Hall Circle
Frost Lobby
Gregory Auditorium, Jenks
Home of Jennifer Jukanovich
J. Tec White Field
Jenks Reference Room
Ken Olsen Science Center 118
Lion's Den, Lane
Margaret Jensen Theatre
Mini quad
Newroz Garden
Phillips Recital Hall
President's Dining Room, Lane
Reunion Tent on Quad
Sidewalk in front of MacDonald
Softball Field
The Castle
The Gallery, Barrington Center for the Arts
The Pendragon
The Quad
The Rhumb Line
Various campus locations
Welcome Tent on Quad
Wilson House
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