Homecoming & Reunion Weekend
October 18 & 19, 2024
Countdown to Homecoming & Reunion Weekend
Homecoming Schedule of Events
Friday, October 18
Ceramics Exhibition
A group exhibition of functional ceramic work, curated by Missy McCormick. Open to the public. Free. Contact: Summer Zickefoose zickefse@westminster.edu
PDCE Open House
Cultural Center Open House
Stop by our new Cultural Center and see firsthand how this area is offering resources to all Westminster students.
Alumni Historical Exhibit
Guests will also enjoy a self-guided and interactive alumni exhibit with special curated selections of yearbooks, photos and the College’s archives, as well as the WC authors collection.
Field Station Bridge Ribbon Cutting
All alumni and friends are invited to join us for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new bridge to the Field Station. The bridge made possible, in part, by gifts in memory of Floyd J. Zehr and Robert E. Ross, creates a new, safer connection between the field station and campus.
Women’s Soccer vs. Saint Vincent
Contact: Girish Thakar thakargs@westminster.edu
Alumni Awards Reception
Alumni Awards Dinner
Each year the Alumni Association recognizes alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their communities, professions, and Westminster. This year we will honor the following alumni with the Alumni Citation Award: Helen Boylan-Funari ’95, Dennis Schotsch ’75 and Courtney Behm ’01. Justin Wilson ‘18 will receive the Outstanding Young Alumni Award and Gia Francisco ’25 will be the Rising Titan Award recipient. We encourage you to attend this special dinner honoring these recipients. Advanced reservations are required.
50th Reunion Casual Gathering
Members of the Class of 1974 can gather for appetizers and a cash bar at the brand-new Tavern. Reservation required.
Men’s Soccer vs. Saint Vincent
Contact: Girish Thakar thakargs@westminster.edu
Saturday, October 19
Ceramics Exhibition
A group exhibition of functional ceramic work, curated by Missy McCormick. Open to the public. Free. Contact: Summer Zickefoose zickefse@westminster.edu
Continental Breakfast with President Kathy Richardson
Members of the 50th reunion class are invited to a special pre-chapel service gathering to hear from President Richardson. Guests will also enjoy the alumni historical exhibit.
Alumni Historical Exhibit
Guests will enjoy a self-guided and interactive alumni exhibit with special curated selections of yearbooks, photos and the College’s archives, as well as the WC authors collection.
Homecoming Worship Service
Hosted by the 50th reunion class of 1974, but open to all alumni. Meditation provided by Dick Ollinger and Sally Johnston.
Ferguson Open House
Take a trip down memory lane on a tour of Ferguson Hall. Reconnect with women from your chapter in the chapter rooms and see what they are doing in their suites. Panhellenic Council and chapter leaders will be available in the Ferguson lobby. Refreshments will be provided. Registration recommended.
50th Reunion Gathering Location
Members of the class of 1974 are invited to gather after the chapel service in the Tower Room. Enjoy a cup of coffee and peruse the alumni award winner plaques.
Campus Walking Tour
Enjoy a walking tour of campus with a special feature of the Hoyt Expansion. Explore the new Harms Center for the Environment, High Fidelity Sim Lab, and Maurer Atrium.
Kids Event Feature: Homerun Derby
Join the Titans Men’s Baseball team at our new baseball field for a homerun derby! Kids of all ages are encouraged to register to attend. Meet the players, hit a home run, and circle the bases at our best-in-the division field.
Reunion Photo Schedule
All photos will be taken in Intramural Gym, Memorial Field House
**Utilize the side entrance closest to UPMC Sports Complex
Westminster Homecoming Hot Spot: An All Campus Celebration!!!
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Creek side along the new Hoyt entrance.
The homecoming court will be introduced and meet with alumni
The Westminster marching band will play as they make their way to Burry Stadium
Westminster College Bee Company – honey sales, sampling, learning and fun facts
Food Trucks
- Sandy's Meltdown Gourmet Grilled Cheese
- Erwin Concessions
- Flava!
- Blaurock Brats
- Haitian Sensation
Westminster Baseball Concessions: hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza
Walking Tacos offered by Sodexo, swipe cards accepted for students
Traveling balloonist and face painter
Bouncy house
Games and fun for kids of all ages
Free popcorn courtesy of the Alumni Association
Bouncy house and fun for kids of all ages
Free Pittsburgh Popcorn
All Westminster schools represented:
- School of Business
- School of Communication
- School of Education
- School of Arts & Humanities
- School of Music
- School of Nursing
- School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Social Sciences
- The Westminster Entrepreneurship Center
50th Reunion Gathering Area, lower campus
Westminster Clubs/Organizations:
- Black Student Union
- Young Americans for Freedom
- Dance Theater
- Model UN
- Disability Awareness Club
- Team One Love
Titan Volleyball Alumni Game
Contact: Tammy Swearingen swearitl@westminster.edu
Campus Walking Tour
Enjoy a walking tour of campus with a special feature of the Hoyt Expansion. Explore the new Harms Center for the Environment, High Fidelity Sim Lab, and Maurer Atrium.
Outside the Stadium
TG2 Trailer
Our Mobile Campus Store
Kappa Delta (Delta Zeta)
Contact: Elizabeth Marshaus marsec52@westminster.edu
Phi Mu Tailgate
Halftime Contact: Angela Dalessandro daleam52@westminster.edu
Alpha Gamma Delta
Contact: Emilee Larrick larrej52@westminster.edu
Titan Football Game vs. St. Vincent
After the Game
Sigma Phi Epsilon Gathering
RSVP Requested to: Avery Keenan keenaj52@westminster.edu
440 S New Castle Street
Musical Teaser "Grease"
Westminster College presents Grease, the Rydell High's spirited class of '59 - gum-chewing, hub cap-stealing, hotrod-loving boys with D.A.s and leatherjackets and their wise-cracking girls in teased curls, bobby sox, and pedal pushers-capture the look and sound of the1950s in a rollicking musical that salutes the rock 'n' roll era. Free to attend. Contact: Dr. Michael Shaffer shaffemi@westminster.edu
Titan Women’s Volleyball vs. Geneva
Alumni Jazz Ensemble Concert
Westminster College alumni return to campus to perform jazz selections within the alumni jazz ensemble. The event is free and open to the public. Contact: Tim Winfield, winfietd@westminster.edu
Reunion Receptions and Dinners
5th Cluster Reunion Reception: Classes of 2018, 2019, 2020
Photo submissions for a class slideshow will be accepted through October 1 to alumni@westminster.edu.
55th Reunion Dinner: Class of 1969
60th Reunion Dinner: Class of 1964
65th Reunion Dinner: Class of 1959
20th Cluster Reunion Reception: Classes of 2003, 2004, 2005
40th Cluster Reunion Reception: Classes of 1983, 1984, 1985
25th Reunion: Class of 1999 Dinner
Game Day Broadcasting Information
The Westminster Cable Network (WCN) will telecast the Homecoming game vs. St. Vincent live on cable television over Armstrong (Ch. 72, New Wilmington; Ch. 204, Grove City) and Comcast (Ch. 183, New Castle) Cable systems. The event will also appear live online and on mobile smart devices at www.wcnlive.com, and will be archived for later on-demand viewing at https://vimeo.com/wcn247/videos.
Titan Radio will broadcast the Homecoming game live as well. Listeners can tune to 88.9 FM on the FM dial, listen online at www.titanradiolive.com , or listen on mobile devices using the FREE Titan Radio app for Apple and Android, and also through Amazon Alexa by simply saying, "Alexa, play Titan Radio".
Both stations will have related programming all that morning leading up to our live coverage from Burry Stadium, which will begin at 12:45 p.m. the day of the game.
Dining Facility Hours
Friday
Galbreath
Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Dinner: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
TUB & Starbucks
7:15 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday
Galbreath
Dinner: 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
TUB & Starbucks
9 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday
Galbreath
Brunch: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dinner: 5 – 6:30 p.m.
TUB & Starbucks
11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Campus Store Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
TG2 Trailer @ Burry Stadium
Saturday: 10 a.m. – End of Game
Tailgate Statement
Westminster College is pleased to allow tailgating in the Titan Corridor before games and meets. The following guidelines should be followed. Please note that violation of these policies may result in removal from the campus.
- Space for tailgating is limited.
- Use of alcoholic beverages is prohibited, according to campus policy.
- All tailgaters are responsible for proper disposal of their trash and other debris.
- No open fires are permitted.
- No animals are allowed in Burry Stadium or Memorial Field House except for service animals specifically trained to aid people with disabilities.
- Please be respectful of others around you, including those who may not be attending the competitions. Everyone is expected to be courteous and refrain from the use of loud and/or abusive language, raucous behavior, and amplified sound.
Campus Alcohol and Tobacco Statement
Please remember alcohol and illicit drugs are prohibited on the grounds of Westminster College. There shall be no use, possession, sale, or serving of alcoholic beverages while on or in College property. This policy applies to all members of the College community as well as to guests and visitors to our campus. Also, smoking is prohibited at Burry Stadium and Memorial Field House as well as at all varsity outdoor athletic venues. Public Safety will be enforcing each of these restrictions. Thank you for your cooperation.
Campus Dog & Animal Statement
NO DOGS (or any pets) permitted within the event areas, including inside or outside the stadium, field house, and the Homecoming Hot Spot.