Homecoming and Family Weekend

Schedule of Events

Check back often as events are added to the schedule regularly!

Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday
Friday Reunion Events | Saturday Reunion Events

THURSDAY, OCT. 6

4-5 p.m. | Class of 1972 Tour of Ed Robson Arena
Ed Robson Arena

5-7 p.m. | Class of 1972 Welcome Reception and Homecoming Check-In
Smith Family Gallery, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College

6:30 p.m. | Alumni Association Council Award Recipient Dinner (invite only)
Stewart House, 1228 Wood Ave.

FRIDAY, OCT. 7

7-9 a.m. | Ed Robson Arena Open Hours and Self Guided Tours
Ed Robson Arena, 849 N. Tejon St.
The Ed Robson Arena, named for Edward J. Robson, a 1954 CC graduate and former member of the hockey team, is a state-of-the-art, multipurpose, indoor, on-campus competition arena and home of the CC men’s ice hockey team.

9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Registration and Check-in
1st Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library
Upon arrival, all alumni, parents, families, and guests should check in to receive an official name tag and a final schedule of events.

9 a.m.-5 p.m. | "Preserving Colorado College's History," Special Collections Open Hours
Garden Level, Charles L. Tutt Library

10 a.m.-noon | Tiger Talk Presentations
Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Center
Join the academic experience at CC, and learn from faculty, students, and alumni through short on-stage presentations covering a wide range of topics. Final listing of presenters available at check-in. You are welcome to come and go as your interest and time allows during the two-hour window. Susan Ashley will present the final Tiger Talk at 11:30 a.m., focused on the campus-wide venture known as "Project 2024."

10-11 a.m. | Fifty Year Club Induction Ceremony for the Class of 1972
Shove Memorial Chapel
Members of the Class of 1972 will be inducted into the Colorado College Fifty Year Club. Steve Trimble '72 will address the class. Please arrive by 9:30 a.m. for brief instructions. Class photo to follow.

10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Open Hours
30 W. Dale St.
Alumni, parents, families, and guests can enjoy free admission to the museum with official Homecoming and Family Weekend name tag.

11 a.m. | Women's Volleyball vs. University of St. Thomas
Reid Arena

11:15 a.m. | Class of 1972 Photo (immediately follows Fifty Year Club Induction Ceremony)
Palmer Hall steps

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Fifty Year Club Luncheon
Bemis Dining Hall
Luncheon for current Fifty Year Club members (alumni who have graduated more than 50 years ago) and newly inducted members from the Class of 1972.

12-2 p.m. | Ed Robson Arena Open Hours and Self Guided Tours
Ed Robson Arena, 849 N. Tejon St.
The Ed Robson Arena, named for Edward J. Robson, a 1954 CC graduate and former member of the hockey team, is a state-of-the-art, multipurpose, indoor, on-campus competition arena and home of the CC men’s ice hockey team.

1-2 p.m. | 60th Reunion Class Conversation and Reflection
Loomis Lounge, Loomis Hall
Members of the Classes of 1961, 1962, and 1963 will gather for conversation and reflection. Sue Hoyt Aiken '62 and Annie Rohrbach-Walker '61 will co-facilitate an inclusive, respectiful, forward-focused conversation.

1-4 p.m. | Academic Department Open Houses
Anthropology, 1-3 p.m., Barnes Science Center, Room 412
Classics and Comparative Literature, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Cossitt Hall Student Lounge, Room 201
Environmental Studies, 1-2 p.m. Career Panel, Room 126, Tutt Science and Open House from 2-3 p.m., Room 124, Tutt Science
History, 1-3 p.m., Palmer Hall, Room 208
Physics, 3 p.m., Barnes Science Center, Room 213
Sociology, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Palmer Hall, Room 131
Southwest Studies, 1-2:30 p.m., Dern House, 1109 N. Cascade Ave.

1:30-2 p.m. | CC Special Collections Discussion with Michael Duffy '72
Garden Level, Charles L. Tutt Library
Join us for a conversation with Michael Duffy '72 to learn about his donation of signed art books and Mary Chenoweth art and correspondence that will be on display. Michael began collecting books about well-known American artists in the late 1980s, which he sent to each artist to have signed. After taking courses from former print teacher Mary Chenoweth at CC in the early '70s, Michael reconnected with Mary nearly 20 years later and began a seven-year correspondence with her.

2-3:30 p.m. | LGBTQIA+ Reception
Tutt Alumni House
A reception for LGBTQIA+ alumni, students, parents, faculty, and staff.

2-5 p.m. | Film and Media Studies Alumni Panel and Reception
Screening Room and Film Garage, Cornerstone Arts Center
Please join us for a short and fun panel featuring notable alumni to learn about their experiences post-CC. Followed by a reception where you will be able to meet past and current Film and Media Studies students, faculty, and staff.

3-4 p.m. | Zoom Event Honoring Sarah Andrews Brown '73
(Contact tuttspec@coloradocollege.edu for the Zoom link)
Zoom event to celebrate the donation of books and papers of Sarah Andrews Brown '73. Special remarks from Professor Christine Siddoway. Sarah Andrews Brown '73 was the award-winning author of a series of geology-based mystery novels. Sarah passed away tragically in a plane crash in 2019.

3-4:30 p.m. | Alumni Association Council Reception (invite only)
Stewart House
Members – past and current – of the Alumni Association Council (formerly known as the Alumni Association Board and the National Alumni Council) are invited to stop by Stewart House to share highlights of your tenure and giving back to CC.

3:30 p.m. | Women's Volleyball vs. Texas Lutheran University
Reid Arena

4-5 p.m. | CC Music Celebration
Packard Hall
A multi-genre concert featuring fabulous ensembles from the music department, including CC Bluegrass, Tiger Jazz, Mariachi Tigre, and the Gamelan.

4-5 p.m. | CC Tiger Student-Athlete Alumni Social
Room 339, Louis Multi-Purpose Room, El Pomar
A reception to welcome back all former CC student athletes. Reconnect with past teammates, meet the current CC Athletics leaders including the Athletic Director and coaches, and hear some brief remarks about what's happening within the programs. Go Tigers!

5:30-7:30 p.m. | Tiger Tailgate: All-Campus Celebration
Tent, Worner Quad
Join us for food trucks, refreshments, entertainment, and more! With seven food trucks to choose from, there's sure to be one that tempts your tastebuds. (This event is free to attend, but please note food and drinks are self-pay to give you the flexibility to enjoy as you choose.) Featured food trucks include:

Black Forest Chew-Chew: Gastrotruck serving up burgers, sandwiches and more.
Comfortably Done: Comfort food for all meat and potato lovers.
Crepes-N-Go: Savory and Sweet crepe creations.
El Chapin: The Guerra family serves up delicious street style tacos and much more.
High Grade Foods: Specializing in authentic Jamaican Cuisine and American favorites (including vegetarian and gluten free options).
Luchals: Sustainable. Gluten Free. Soulful Seafood. So good.
The Wayward Onion: Vegan BBQ and 100% plant-based, country-fair-style sides.

6 p.m. | Men's Club Soccer vs. United States Air Force Academy
Stewart Field

6 p.m. | Cutthroat Women's Rugby vs. United States Air Force Academy
Washburn Field

7 p.m. | Men's Club Baseball vs. University of Denver
Spurgeon Field, 1315 E. Pikes Peak Ave.

7:30 p.m. | CC Hockey vs. Alaska Anchorage
Ed Robson Arena, CC Campus
Game will be livestreamed on the giant screen under the tent.
Limited game tickets are available for purchase via Colorado College Ticketmaster.
Purchase tickets.

8 p.m. | Men's Club Rugby vs. University of Denver
Washburn Field

SATURDAY, OCT. 8

8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Registration and Check-In
1st Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library
Upon arrival, all alumni, parents, families, and guests should check in to receive an official name tag and a final schedule of events.

9-10 a.m. | Department of Economics and Business Open House
Palmer Hall, Room 118
Hosted by Christina Rader, Department Chair

10-11:30 a.m. | Convocation, Alumni Awards Ceremony, and Recipient Discussion
Richard F. Celeste Theatre, Cornerstone Arts Center
Presentation of the Benezet, Worner, Riley, and Spirit of Adventure Awards. Features remarks by CC President L. Song Richardson.
2022 Award Recipients:
Benezet - David Helms '65
Worner - Ian Griffis '85
Riley - Brian Young (In Memoriam)
Spirit of Adventure - Ted Coons '51 and Sheldon Kerr '07

10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Athletic Department Homecoming "Garage Sale"
South end of Frank Floor Track/Washburn Field
Annual public liquidation sale of all old athletic uniforms and gear. All items are priced to go!

10 a.m.-7 p.m. | Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Open Hours
30 W. Dale St.
Alumni, parents, families, and guests can enjoy free admission to the museum with official Homecoming and Family Weekend name tag.

10:30-11:30 a.m. | CC Tiger Women's Lacrosse Black & Gold Scrimmage
Washburn Field
Tailgate immediately follows on El Pomar deck.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Rugby Alumni vs. Student Challenge
Donald Autrey Field

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Alumni Community Picnic
Tent, Worner Quad
The Office of Alumni and Family Relations invites alumni and their families to gather for lunch. Free for children 12 and under.

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Parent and Family Community Picnic
Tent, Tava Quad
The Office of Alumni and Family Relations invites parents, families, and students to gather for lunch.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | CC Tiger Men's Lacrosse Black & Gold Scrimmage
Washburn Field

12:15 p.m. | Women's Volleyball vs. Southwestern University
Reid Arena

1-2:30 p.m. | Freedom and Authority
Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center
This year’s Freedom and Authority will feature your favorite CC faculty and alum Katherine E. Standefer ’07. The discussion will feature Standefer’s book, Lightning Flowers: My journey to Uncover the Cost of Saving a Life, the 2022-2023 Common Read for incoming Colorado College students.

1 p.m. | CC Friends of Football
1715 Wood Ave., Colorado Springs, CO

1:30 p.m. | Class of 1992 Campus Tour
Meet by the Tiger Flagpole

2:30-3:30 p.m. | "Drop the Mike" Reception
Mike Edmond's Home, 1005 N. Nevada Ave.
Mike Edmonds has dedicated the better part of his life to CC. While Mike is retiring in May 2023, his legacy and commitment to creating greater access to the CC educational experience will continue. An opportunity for all who have been influenced by Mike Edmonds to wish him farewell and thank him for his service to CC.

3-4 p.m. | Unscripted Journeys — Life Isn't Always a Straight Line
Screening Room, Cornerstone Arts Center
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, please join us for a screening of the award winning short documentary, "bOObs: The War on Women's Breasts," written, produced and directed by filmmaker and investigative journalist, Megan Smith '81, M.S. The film investigates the world of mammography and a possible new breast cancer screening protocol used side-by-side: thermography and ultrasound. Having completed her thesis work in molecular genetics for her master’s in biology, in addition to an undergrad pre-med curriculum at Colorado College, Smith is uniquely qualified for investigating areas in health fields.

3 p.m. | Creative / Connections: Two Decades of Art and Friendship
Hybl Gallery, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
What role does creativity play in sustaining a friendship? What role does friendship play in sustaining a creative practice? Teal Fitzpatrick ’02 and Giselle Restrepo ’02 met at Colorado College more than twenty years ago and have nurtured a friendship in which their creative work plays a joyful and central role. This exhibit inspired both artists to create new pieces inspired by one another’s CC senior thesis projects, alongside contemporary works and “creative correspondence” exchanged over the years. Highlighting diverse practices, the show includes embroidery, rug-hooking, collage, fiber arts, and clay. Join us for this show and workshop, with opportunities to work hands-on using creative practices that have been meaningful for the artists. Maybe you’ll want to come with a CC friend!

3:30-4:30 p.m. | Alumni of Color Reception
Chapman Room, Ed Robson Arena

5-6 p.m. | Butler Center Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
2nd Floor, Worner Campus Center

6 p.m. | CC Hockey vs. Alaska Anchorage (game time subject to change)
Ed Robson Arena, CC Campus
Limited game tickets are available for purchase via Colorado College Ticketmaster.
Purchase tickets.

SUNDAY, OCT. 9

10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Open Hours
30 W. Dale St.
Alumni, parents, families, and guests can enjoy free admission to the museum with official Homecoming and Family Weekend name tag.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Homecoming and Family Weekend Brunch
Ed Robson Arena
Brunch includes tours, open skate, and possible broom ball.

10-11 a.m. | Class of 1972 Hike
Green Mountain Falls

11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Class of 1972 Brunch
Cabin of Bruce '72 and Meg Glover Henderson '72
Green Mountain Falls (Address and hike details will be provided with official registration itinerary at check in)

12:30 p.m. | Men's Club Hockey vs. United States Air Force Academy
Robson Arena

1:30 p.m. | Men's Club Soccer vs. Mesa
Stewart Field

3:30 p.m. | Women's Club Soccer vs. Colorado State University-B
Stewart Field

FRIDAY REUNION EVENTS

60th Reunion: Classes of 1961, 1962, and 1963
6:30-8:30 p.m. | Reception
Tim Fuller Event Space, Charles L. Tutt Library

50th Reunion: Class of 1972
5-7 p.m. | Reception
4th Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library

45th Reunion: Class of 1977
7-9 p.m. | Reception
Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center

40th Reunion: Class of 1981
7-9 p.m. | Reception
Gates Common Room, Palmer Hall

35th Reunion: Class of 1987
7-9 p.m. | Reception
South Hall Commons (formerly Slocum Hall Commons)

30th Reunion: Class of 1992
7-9 p.m. | Reception
Stewart House, 1228 Wood Ave.
In case of inclement weather at the 5:30 p.m. Tailgate, Stewart House will be available at 6 p.m.

25th Reunion: Class of 1997
2-5 p.m. | Reunion Weekend Kickoff Gathering
Home of Ryan Hamilton's parents (address will be provided on your registration confirmation)

20th Reunion: Class of 2002
7-9 p.m. | Reception
The Warehouse, 25 W. Cimarron St., Colorado Springs

SATURDAY REUNION EVENTS

60th Reunion: Classes of 1961, 1962, and 1963
6-9 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
Studio C, Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center
Please arrive in time for a 6:30 p.m. class photo!

50th Reunion: Class of 1972
6-9 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
Bemis Lounge and Dining Hall
6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. dinner, and 8:15 p.m. entertainment

45th Reunion: Class of 1977
5:30-9:30 p.m. | Reception, Dinner, and Entertainment
Home of Maile Gray '77
Address will be provided with official registration in August.

40th Reunion: Class of 1981
6-9 p.m. | Museum Tour, Dinner, and CC Hockey Game Livestream
United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum, 200 S. Sierra Madres St.
*Please arrive in time for a 6-7 p.m. museum tour. Dinner from 7-9 p.m.

40th Reunion: Class of 1982
6-9 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
South Hall Commons, 130 E. Cache La Poudre St.

35th Reunion: Class of 1987
6:30-8:30 p.m. | Reception and Dinner
Gates Common Room, Palmer Hall

30th Reunion: Class of 1992
6:30-9 p.m. | Dinner
McHugh Commons, John Lord Knight Apartments

25th Reunion: Class of 1997
6-9 p.m. | Reception
Tutt Alumni House, 1205 N. Cascade Ave.

20th Reunion: Class of 2002
7-10 p.m. | Reception
Armstrong Great Hall

15th Reunion: Class of 2007
8-10 p.m. | Dessert Reception
4th Floor, Charles L. Tutt Library
Dinner on your own.

10th Reunion: Class of 2012
6-9 p.m. | Reception
Jack's Attic, Jack Quinn's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 21 S. Tejon St.

5th Reunion: Class of 2017
6:30-9:30 p.m. | Dinner
Gaylord Hall, Worner Campus Center

Young Alumni Reunion: Classes of 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022
6-9 p.m. | Reception
Tim Fuller Event Space, Charles L. Tutt Library

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