Schedule - Gettysburg College

Homecoming Schedule of Events

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Events with asterisks (*) require registration.

Friday, October 13

Time	Event
Library 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Special Collections 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.	Exhibits in Musselman Library and Special Collections & College Archives Musselman Library Enjoy a variety of exhibits on display. Special Collections and College Archives Exhibits Special Collections Reading Room (4th floor) Exhibit: Many a Misdemeanor: Gettysburg College Pranks and Hijinks a new exhibit in Special Collections Despite historic rules that encouraged quiet study, prayer, and honorable behavior, Gettysburg students have always enjoyed the pranks and hijinks for which college students are known. Visit the Special Collections Reading Room to discover the true story of the Old Tin Cup trophy. Find out how 19th century students trolled their professors. Maybe even see some skin from when the 1970s streaking fad hit campus. For a list of all exhibits, please visit the library’s Exhibits webpage. Children's books and a puzzle table are available in the Browsing Room on the main level of the library.
8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m	Musselman Library Book Sale Musselman Library Main Level
9:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m	Eisenhower Institute Open House Eisenhower Institute, 157 N. Washington Street Drop in and take a piece of EI history home with you. We have mounted posters from so many EI Undergraduate Fellows, Fielding Fellows, and sponsored events through the 2000s, and not enough wall space to display them, so instead of having them hide in storage we are offering them to YOU. We’ll have the posters in Ike’s Lounge (the former Conference Room). If you remember a special event poster that you would like us to look for and hold for you please email ei@gettysburg.edu. (We can’t promise we’ll find it, but we’ll do our best.)
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m	Schmucker Art Gallery Exhibitions Schmucker Art Gallery More information about the Gallery.
12:00–1:00 p.m	G-Lattices at G-Burg: Reflections, Research, and Representations presented by Bailey Heath '19 Room 102, Glatfelter Hall In this talk, I will discuss the journey I am on toward my PhD in mathematics at the University of South Carolina. My work focuses on how abstract algebraic objects called algebraic tori can be represented more concretely via matrices, so linear algebra is a key ingredient in my research. Along with the actual mathematics, I will talk about the overall research experience (both the highs and the lows), graduate student life, and how my time at Gettysburg shaped me as a mathematician and a person.
1:00–8:00 p.m	Registration & Welcome Center Lobby, College Union Building
1:45–3:45 p.m	Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) Open House 1st Floor, Apple Hall Make connections with alumni, faculty/staff, and current students. Learn more about the history of gender and sexuality resources at Gettysburg College. Join our new LGBTQ+ Alumni Group, and discuss different ways to get involved.
3:00–5:00 p.m	Center for Career Engagement Open House Room 204, College Union Building We welcome alumni, parents, and friends to visit us in our offices in CUB 204 to enjoy some light refreshments and learn about some of the new and innovative ways we are empowering this generation of Gettsyburgians to create and pursue meaningful futures.
3:00–5:00 p.m	Math Friends Alumni Tea Donna Jean Brogan Center for Quantitative Learning, Glatfelter 012 This informal event provides an opportunity for current students to meet and chat with alumni in a wide variety of careers, to connect and learn about what Gettysburg math majors do after graduation. We will have alumni guests. It promises to be a great networking opportunity, as well as a chance to catch up with old friends!
3:00–5:00 p.m	Sociology Department Reception Glatfelter Lobby Join past and present sociology majors, minors and faculty for a reception in the lobby of Glatfelter Hall. Welcome back, Class of 2013,Class of 2018, and all other alums!
3:00–5:00 p.m.	Theatre Arts Department Reception Kline Theatre, Brua Hall Tour the building, meet with Faculty and current students in a casual environment, observe our progress on building scenery and costumes for our fall Musical "The Prom".
3:00–5:00 p.m.	Celebrate Ike's Birthday with the Eisenhower Institute! The Junction, College Union BUilding EI is celebrating Ike’s Birthday! Stop by for cake and a chance to commemorate our 34th President’s 133rd Birthday! See you there!
4:00 p.m.	THE ANNUAL PSYCHOLOGY HOMECOMING COLLOQUIUM Julia Superka '13 “Trauma Exposure and Alterations in Future Self-Continuity” Bowen Auditorium “Trauma Exposure and Alterations in Future Self-Continuity” Future self-continuity refers to the degree of perceived connectedness between one’s current and future self. Researchers posit that the more one feels a connection to oneself in the future, the more likely one is to identify with and attempt to take care of that person. When a person feels a total lack of continuity with themself in the future, that future self appears to feel like a completely different person and can significantly impact mental health. During the 2020 COVID-19 outbreak, one’s sense of safety, ability to control the future and trust in others was threatened, leading to maladaptive cognitive and affective processing about our sense of self in the future. The current study aims to investigate how trauma responses may disrupt the continuity between present and future selves, and further to what extent is a continuous sense of self protective to mental health in the face of adversity.
4:00 p.m.	English Department Alumni Panel Room 209, Breidenbaugh Hall Several alumni will share how their English major has helped to guide their pathways and where it has taken them in their careers.
4:00–5:00 p.m.	History Department Alumni Lecture with John Nelson '13 Joseph Theater, Breidenbaugh Hall, Room 201 John Nelson '13, will discuss his trajectory from Gettysburg College history major to tenure-track faculty member at Texas Tech University where he focuses on teaching students the history of early America, emphasizing the borderlands of Indigenous North America and the colonial Atlantic World. His research examines the ways ecology and geography shaped the terms of cross-cultural interaction between Native peoples and European colonizers from first contact through the early republican era of the United States. He will also touch on his first book publication, "Muddy Ground: Native Peoples, Chicago’s Portage, and the Transformation of a Continent" (UNC Press, 2023). This program is courtesy of the Frederic Dewitt Justin '38 Alumni Lecture Fund in History.
4:00–6:00 p.m.	Economics Department Alumni Discussion College Union Building (CUB), Room 208 Please join the Economics Department as we welcome alumni back for Homecoming to discuss their professional journey from internships to first jobs and beyond. Additionally, these young professionals will give you the one piece of advice they wish they had known when they were students. A reception follows for more informal conversations.
5:00–8:00 p.m.	Chemistry Department Reception Science Center Patio and Lobby Please join us for a beer, some good pot-luck style food, and the chance to re-connect with Chemistry faculty and fellow alumni. Host Provider
5:00–7:00 p.m.	Reception with the GLC's Leadership Coaches Garthwait Leadership Center, Room 202, College Union Building Meet the GLC's leadership coaches and learn how to get access to free leadership coaching while enjoying refreshments. All are welcome!
5:30 p.m.	Hall of Athletic Honor Reception, Inductions and Dinner (By invitation) Ballroom, College Union Building
6:00–8:00 p.m.	Fraternity and Sorority Reception The Attic, West Building Fraternity and sorority alumni, undergraduate members, and their guests are invited to The Attic to reconnect with each other while enjoying light food, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. This event is made possible through the generous donations of David F. Thomson ’65 who was a proud member of Phi Sigma Kappa and the fraternity and sorority community.
6:00–9:00 p.m.	Office of Multicultural Engagement Wine and Cheese Open House Office of Multicultural Engagement, 102 W. Water Street
7:00–9:00 p.m.	*5th Reunion Social Class of 2018 Mason Dixon Distillery, 331 East Water Street Join classmates for a casual social. No pre-registration fee. Pay as you go.
7:00–9:00 p.m.	*10th Reunion Social Class of 2013 Atrium Dining

Saturday, October 14

Time	Event
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.	Registration & Welcome Center Lobby, College Union Building
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.	Gettysburg Alumni of Color Council (GACC) General Meeting Room 260, College Union Building
Library 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. Special Collections 12:00–3:00 p.m.	Exhibits in Musselman Library and Special Collections & College Archives Musselman Library Enjoy a variety of exhibits on display. Special Collections and College Archives Exhibits Special Collections Reading Room (4th floor) Exhibit: Many a Misdemeanor: Gettysburg College Pranks and Hijinks a new exhibit in Special Collections Despite historic rules that encouraged quiet study, prayer, and honorable behavior, Gettysburg students have always enjoyed the pranks and hijinks for which college students are known. Visit the Special Collections Reading Room to discover the true story of the Old Tin Cup trophy. Find out how 19th century students trolled their professors. Maybe even see some skin from when the 1970s streaking fad hit campus. For a list of all exhibits, please visit the library’s Exhibits webpage. Children's books and a puzzle table are available in the Browsing Room on the main level of the library.
10:00 a.m.	Aubrey Shenk Invitational: Cross Country Cross country course
10:00 a.m.	Women's Lacrosse Alumni Game Clark Field Our Women's lacrosse team will face off against Alumni in a fun match up on Clark Field!
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m	Alpha Delta Pi (ADPi) Sorority Meet and Greet Alpha Delta Pi Chapter Room Brunch in the chapter room to celebrate our current and alumni ADPi sisters!
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m	Musselman Library Book Sale Musselman Library Main Level
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.	Schmucker Art Gallery Exhibitions Schmucker Art Gallery More information about the Gallery.
10:30 a.m.	Bullets Marching Band Warm-Up and March Through Campus Old Quad, Schmucker Hall
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.	FIJI House Corporation Meeting Norris-Wachob Alumni House
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	*Homecoming Tailgate Lunch North Lawn, Pennsylvania Hall (Rain Location: The Grille on Lincoln, Dining Facilities) All classes welcome!
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.	*Class of 1961 Lunch and Social Glatfelter Lodge
11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.	*Myra T. Herron Awards and Networking Brunch Atrium Dining Hosted by the Office of Multicultural Engagement and the Gettysburg Alumni of Color Council (GACC).
11:45 a.m.	Bullets Marching Band Pregame Show Shirk Field, Musselman Stadium Kickoff may be at 12:00 p.m., but the festivities begin at 11:45! Enjoy Pregame 2023, full of Gettysburg College’s traditional school music and favorite formations.
12:00 p.m.	Football vs. Muhlenberg Shirk Field, Musselman Stadium
12:00 p.m.	The Dwight D. Eisenhower Society Wreath Laying Event Eisenhower Admissions Building Patio (Carlisle Street side of the building at the Eisenhower statue) This is an annual ceremony to mark the birthday of President Eisenhower. Recipients of the Eisenhower Society scholarships and the Brigadier General Samuel Kenric Lessey, JROTC Award will be recognized at this event.
12:00–3:00 p.m.	Eisenhower Institute Open House Eisenhower Institute, 157 N. Washington Street Drop in and take a piece of EI history home with you. We have mounted posters from so many EI Undergraduate Fellows, Fielding Fellows, and sponsored events through the 2000s, and not enough wall space to display them, so instead of having them hide in storage we are offering them to YOU. We’ll have the posters in Ike’s Lounge (the former Conference Room). If you remember a special event poster that you would like us to look for and hold for you please email ei@gettysburg.edu. (We can’t promise we’ll find it, but we’ll do our best.)
12:00–4:00 p.m.	'Totes' a BOLD Donor (By Invitation) Innovation and Creativity Lab and West Building Patio (Rain Location: The Attic, West Building) Stop by the Innovation and Creativity Lab to make your exclusive Gettysburg College tote bag. There will be drinks and appetizers on the West Patio. Thank you to all of our 2023 Fund Year BOLD donors. Gifts may be made through October 1, 2024 for event eligibility.
2:00–3:00 p.m.	Celebrating Mary Margaret Stewart Reception Musselman Library Apse Join family and friends at this celebratory reception to honor Mary Margaret Stewart, beloved Professor Emerita of English at Gettysburg College (1959-1996) and fervent supporter of the arts and Gettysburg community. Light refreshments will be provided.
2:00–4:00 p.m.	Center for Public Service (CPS) Reunion Painted Turtle Farm (Rain Location: CPS Suite, Plank Gym) Join the CPS Staff for a reunion of Program Coordinators. Reconnect with your colleagues. All are welcome!
2:00–6:00 p.m.	Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity BBQ Chapter House
2:30–4:00 p.m.	Class of 2013 Yard Games, Reception and Class Photo North Lawn, Pennsylvania Hall (Rain Location: Weidensall Hall Lobby)
3:00–4:00 p.m.	Gettysburg College Civil War Tour by John Rudy ’07 and Hosted by BOLD (Burgians of the Last Decade) Meet in front of the Eisenhower Admissions Building
3:30 p.m.	Women's Field Hockey vs. Ursinus Shirk Field, Musselman Stadium
4:00 p.m.	Women's Soccer vs. Washington (Md.) Clark Field
4:00–6:00 p.m.	Campus Porch Party hosted by BOLD (Burgians of the Last Decade), Senior Class Officers and Senior Class Gift Committee Norris-Wachob Alumni House Porch and Lawn (Rain Location: The Attic, West Building) Enjoy fall food and drinks and live student entertainment by My Favorite Intersection! Host Provider Event.
5:00–7:00 p.m.	Gettysburg Alumni of Color Council (GACC) Karaoke Night Office of Multicultural Engagement Basement, 102 W. Water Street
7:00 p.m.	Men's Soccer vs. Washington (Md.) Clark Field
10:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.	All-Campus Party The Attic, West Building (Host Provider)

Sunday, October 15

Time	Event
12:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m.	Musselman Library Open Musselman Library
12:00–8:00 p.m.	Musselman Library Book Sale Musselman Library Main Level
12:00–3:00 p.m.	Eisenhower Institute Open House Eisenhower Institute, 157 N. Washington Street Drop in and take a piece of EI history home with you. We have mounted posters from SO MANY EI-, Undergraduate Fellows-, and Fielding Fellows-sponsored events through the 2000s, and not enough wall space to display them, so instead of having them hide in storage we are offering them to YOU. We’ll have the posters in Ike’s Lounge (the former Conference Room). If you remember a special event poster that you would like us to look for and hold for you please email ei@gettysburg.edu. (We can’t promise we’ll find it, but we’ll do our best.)