Homecoming Events
Make plans to return to campus September 24–26 as we celebrate another fun-filled William Jewell College Homecoming with three days of tradition, connection, and Cardinal pride. Whether you’re reconnecting with classmates, celebrating milestones, or simply enjoying being back on The Hill, there will be something for every Jewell alum. Explore the weekend schedule, see highlights from last year, and find nearby overnight accommodations as you plan your trip. Explore the weekend schedule, see highlights from last year, and find nearby overnight accommodations as you plan your trip.
Thursday, Sept. 24
Alumni Law Society Dinner
6 p.m. Reception
7 p.m. Dinner
John Priest Greene President’s Home, William Jewell College
Cost: $250
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Athletic Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony
6:15 p.m.: Dinner, Yates-Gill College Union
7 p.m.: Ceremony
Join us as we celebrate our 2026 inductees:
- Austin Kretchmar ’16, Baseball
- Andrew Peters ’02, Men’s Basketball
- Jimi Reed ’86, Football
- Faith Song, ’15, Softball
- Jessica Stewart Boan, ’10, Women’s Basketball
- 2015 Baseball Team
Registration Fee: $50
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Friday, Sept. 25
Celebration of Golden Classes and Alumni Awards
Social Hour High Upon the Hill!
5 p.m., Yates-Gill College Union, Atrium and Terrace
Gather with friends, old and new, while celebrating our milestone classes and our 2026 Alumni Award Honorees!
- Fred Merrell ’55 – John F. Truex Award for Lifetime Alumni Service
- Michael Hodges Dermody ’92 – Distinguished Alumni Service Award
- Dr. Arnold Epley, Retired Professor of Music – Honorary Alumni Award
5:30 p.m., Quad
Dinner and Program
6 p.m., Yates-Gill College Union, Gill Family Meeting Rooms (221-222)
Registration Fee: $35
> Register by Monday, Sept. 21.
100th Birthday Celebration of Gano Chapel
7:30 p.m.
Gano Chapel, No Registration Required
Class of 1966 – 60 Year Reunion
4 p.m.
Yates Dining Room, Yates-Gill College Union
Enjoy light refreshments while catching up with your friends from the Class of 1966.
No cost.
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Class of 2001 – 25 Year Reunion
7 to 9 p.m.
John Priest Greene President’s Home, William Jewell College
Cost: $25
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Reconnect with friends and catch up on the last 25 years! Kick off Homecoming weekend Friday evening at the President’s House on campus. Come enjoy the beautiful Jewell campus with light bites, beverages (yes, actual alcoholic beverages!) and live music on the porch and patio. It’s the perfect way to celebrate where you’ve been, where you are now and the Jewell memories you’ll always share.
Class of 2016 – 10 Year Reunion
7 to 9 p.m.
John Priest Greene President’s Home, William Jewell College
Cost: $25
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Reconnect with old friends and celebrate 10 years since you called Jewell home! Kick off Homecoming Weekend Friday evening at the President’s House on campus. Come back to The Hill, catch up with classmates and friends, and enjoy light bites, beverages and live music on the porch and patio. It’s the perfect way to celebrate where you’ve been, where you are now and the Jewell memories you’ll always share.
Saturday, Sept. 26
John Priest Greene Member Reception
Begins at Noon.
Pryor Learning Commons, Quad Level
Celebrate current and new members of Jewell’s leadership giving circle.
No cost.
Register by Friday, Sept. 18
Homecoming Pregame Tailgate
Hosted by the Alumni Board of Governors
1-3 p.m.
Commuter Parking Lot (next to the stadium)
Bring your family and friends and join us for some fun at the tailgate and pre-game celebration! To reserve a tailgate spot for your group, email us at alumni@william.jewell.edu and include total number of guests expected. Space is limited!
Cardinal Football
3 p.m.
Jewell Cardinals vs. McKendree University Bearcats
Greene Stadium
Cheer on your Cardinals! >> Get Tickets
Class of 1976 – 50 Year Reunion
Hosted by Bob ’76 and Trisha ’77 Petty
10 a.m. to Noon
155 South Leonard Street, Liberty, Mo. (The former Phi Gamma Delta fraternity house.)
You are invited to an Alumni and Friends Homecoming open house celebrating the Class of 1976’s 50 Year Reunion! Stop by prior to the tailgate and football game!
No cost.
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Trisha Petty at patriciazpetty@gmail.com.
Class of 2006 – 20 Year Reunion
1 to 3 p.m.
Commuter Lot (next to the stadium)
Join members of the Class of 2006 at the Pre-Game Celebration and Tailgate to reconnect during your 20 year reunion! There will be a reserved spot for class members to gather and reconnect. BOYB.
> No registration required.
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Make plans to return to campus September 24–26 as we celebrate another fun-filled William Jewell College Homecoming with three days of tradition, connection, and Cardinal pride. Whether you’re reconnecting with classmates, celebrating milestones, or simply enjoying being back on The Hill, there will be something for every Jewell alum. Explore the weekend schedule, see highlights from last year, and find nearby overnight accommodations as you plan your trip. Explore the weekend schedule, see highlights from last year, and find nearby overnight accommodations as you plan your trip.
Thursday, Sept. 24
Alumni Law Society Dinner
6 p.m. Reception
7 p.m. Dinner
John Priest Greene President’s Home, William Jewell College
Cost: $250
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Athletic Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony
6:15 p.m.: Dinner, Yates-Gill College Union
7 p.m.: Ceremony
Join us as we celebrate our 2026 inductees:
- Austin Kretchmar ’16, Baseball
- Andrew Peters ’02, Men’s Basketball
- Jimi Reed ’86, Football
- Faith Song, ’15, Softball
- Jessica Stewart Boan, ’10, Women’s Basketball
- 2015 Baseball Team
Registration Fee: $50
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Friday, Sept. 25
Celebration of Golden Classes and Alumni Awards
Social Hour High Upon the Hill!
5 p.m., Yates-Gill College Union, Atrium and Terrace
Gather with friends, old and new, while celebrating our milestone classes and our 2026 Alumni Award Honorees!
- Fred Merrell ’55 – John F. Truex Award for Lifetime Alumni Service
- Michael Hodges Dermody ’92 – Distinguished Alumni Service Award
- Dr. Arnold Epley, Retired Professor of Music – Honorary Alumni Award
5:30 p.m., Quad
Dinner and Program
6 p.m., Yates-Gill College Union, Gill Family Meeting Rooms (221-222)
Registration Fee: $35
> Register by Monday, Sept. 21.
100th Birthday Celebration of Gano Chapel
7:30 p.m.
Gano Chapel, No Registration Required
Class of 1966 – 60 Year Reunion
4 p.m.
Yates Dining Room, Yates-Gill College Union
Enjoy light refreshments while catching up with your friends from the Class of 1966.
No cost.
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Class of 2001 – 25 Year Reunion
7 to 9 p.m.
John Priest Greene President’s Home, William Jewell College
Cost: $25
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Reconnect with friends and catch up on the last 25 years! Kick off Homecoming weekend Friday evening at the President’s House on campus. Come enjoy the beautiful Jewell campus with light bites, beverages (yes, actual alcoholic beverages!) and live music on the porch and patio. It’s the perfect way to celebrate where you’ve been, where you are now and the Jewell memories you’ll always share.
Class of 2016 – 10 Year Reunion
7 to 9 p.m.
John Priest Greene President’s Home, William Jewell College
Cost: $25
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
Reconnect with old friends and celebrate 10 years since you called Jewell home! Kick off Homecoming Weekend Friday evening at the President’s House on campus. Come back to The Hill, catch up with classmates and friends, and enjoy light bites, beverages and live music on the porch and patio. It’s the perfect way to celebrate where you’ve been, where you are now and the Jewell memories you’ll always share.
Saturday, Sept. 26
John Priest Greene Member Reception
Begins at Noon.
Pryor Learning Commons, Quad Level
Celebrate current and new members of Jewell’s leadership giving circle.
No cost.
Register by Friday, Sept. 18
Homecoming Pregame Tailgate
Hosted by the Alumni Board of Governors
1-3 p.m.
Commuter Parking Lot (next to the stadium)
Bring your family and friends and join us for some fun at the tailgate and pre-game celebration! To reserve a tailgate spot for your group, email us at alumni@william.jewell.edu and include total number of guests expected. Space is limited!
Cardinal Football
3 p.m.
Jewell Cardinals vs. McKendree University Bearcats
Greene Stadium
Cheer on your Cardinals! >> Get Tickets
Class of 1976 – 50 Year Reunion
Hosted by Bob ’76 and Trisha ’77 Petty
10 a.m. to Noon
155 South Leonard Street, Liberty, Mo. (The former Phi Gamma Delta fraternity house.)
You are invited to an Alumni and Friends Homecoming open house celebrating the Class of 1976’s 50 Year Reunion! Stop by prior to the tailgate and football game!
No cost.
> Register by Friday, Sept. 18.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Trisha Petty at patriciazpetty@gmail.com.
Class of 2006 – 20 Year Reunion
1 to 3 p.m.
Commuter Lot (next to the stadium)
Join members of the Class of 2006 at the Pre-Game Celebration and Tailgate to reconnect during your 20 year reunion! There will be a reserved spot for class members to gather and reconnect. BOYB.
> No registration required.