HOMECOMING 2025
October 17-19, 2025
Whether it has been five years or fifty since you were on campus, we hope you will break out your red and black to join us for a memorable weekend of reminiscing and celebrating all that we love about LaGrange College. Share old memories and make new ones—during Homecoming 2025, October 17-19.
If you graduated in a year that ends in 0's or 5's, it's your reunion year! Interested in serving on your reunion committee? Let us know by email at alumni@lagrange.edu
Thursday October 16th
LaGrange College Performing Arts presents: Steel Magnolias
Directed by Kim Barber Knoll
7 PM Price Theater, 300 Panther Way
Join us in Truvy’s Beauty Parlor in Chinquapin, Louisiana for this hilarious and heartfelt gem of a play about the bond of friendship and community. Six unforgettable Southern women face life’s joys and sorrows with honesty, humor and great hair.
Reservations online only beginning Monday, October 6th at Noon. Check social media for our Eventbrite reservation site. Instagram: lc_performingarts1 or Facebook: facebook.com/performingartslc
Tickets $10, (LC faculty, staff and students are also complimentary) Door tickets are cash or check only.
Friday, October 17th
41st Tom Duckett Memorial Golf Classic:
Remembering Tom Duckett and contributing to the scholarship named in his honor at LaGrange College! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the LaGrange College Sports Management Club.
8 a.m. Highland Country Club, sponsored by the LaGrange College Sports Management Club
Registration begins at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9:00 a.m. The practice range will be available at this time. Awards ceremony and dinner will follow completion of play. Pre-registration and sponsorship opportunities are available. Entry fee of $125 per player or $500 per team includes green fees and range balls. A portion of the fee is tax deductible. For more information contact Dr. Clay Bolton cbolton@lagrange.edu 803-917-5138
Tom Duckett Memorial Classic Registration
2025 Alumni Awards Luncheon hosted by Board of Trustees
Noon, Dickson Assembly Room, Turner Hall
The event will feature the presentation of:
2025 Honorary Alumni Award to Marcia Brown
2025 Outstanding Young Alumni Award to Robert L. Allen, Jr.
2025 Shackelford Alumni Achievement Awards to J. Christopher King '88 and Emily Joy Thigpen McCarthy ‘04
$25 per person, Limited availability, RSVP is requested. Contact 706.880.8244 or alumni@lagrange.edu
Xavier "Zeke" Mann '86 & Friends gathering
5 p.m., Panther Field/Callaway Auditorium side
Tailgating fish fry. Contact Xavier Mann '86 for more information. (678) 851-6584 or zaymann@aol.com
LaGrange College Performing Arts presents: Steel Magnolias
Directed by Kim Barber Knoll
5 PM Price Theater, 300 Panther Way
Join us in Truvy’s Beauty Parlor in Chinquapin, Louisiana for this hilarious and heartfelt gem of a play about the bond of friendship and community. Six unforgettable Southern women face life’s joys and sorrows with honesty, humor and great hair.
Reservations online only beginning Monday, October 6th at Noon. Check social media for our Eventbrite reservation site. Instagram: lc_performingarts1 or Facebook: facebook.com/performingartslc
Tickets $10, (LC faculty, staff and students are also complimentary) Door tickets are cash or check only.
50th Reunion Celebration -Class of 1975 - hosted by President Susanna Baxter
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.. Lamar Dodd Art Center, 310 Panther Way
Join classmates for a dinner reception and group photo. Then, the celebration will continue at the Overlook Plaza at Wild Leap Brew Co. located in downtown LaGrange. Make your LC memories last (lagrange.edu) Please respond by Tuesday, October 8 via email alumni@lagrange.edu or call Martha Pirkle, (706) 880-8245.
1975 Reunion Committee: Bonnie Funderburk Dudley, Raymond Hodnette, David Naglee, Steve Ryan, Nancy Duffey Story, Rick Story, Joanie Perry Ward, Joe Watson, Stephanie Barrett Westbook, David “Woody” Woodward, Norman Wynne, Joan Rhiner von Lehe, Quinlen von Lehe
ABC (Association of Black Collegians) Cookout
6:00 p.m., Beason Recital Hall, West Side, 301 Panther Way
The Griller Guys will begin around 3:00; festivities begin for all at 6:00 p.m. For more information contact Leon "JoJo" Johnson '74 843.331.0562 leondjohnson@gmail.com, George Baker '74 or William King '76
Flashback Friday Party at Overlook Plaza
308 Main Street, two blocks South of Lafayette Square, located beside Wild Leap Brew Co.
Overlook Plaza is an outdoor event space featuring a spacious brick-covered plaza and covered outdoor stage. 6:30-11 p.m., Live Music * Food Truck: Midnyt Burger * Corn Hole
Create your own impromptu reunion during this Homecoming favorite. Complete with music, fire pits and refreshments, all you need to bring is your friends. The family-friendly event is free and will feature food trucks, games and live music by River City Horns, an R&B Soul and Contemporary band from Columbus.
*No outside beverages permitted.
Music begins at 7:30 p.m. Must present valid I.D at the gate for a 21+ wristband.
Saturday, October 18th
Dr. Sam Hornsby legacy Bench Dedication
9:30 a.m. Magnet Building
For more information contact Mary Leslie Hardy ’93 marylesliehardy@yahoo.com or (404) 483-6235
ABC (Association of Black Collegians) Tailgate
Area at White Registration Tent, Callaway Auditorium parking area
The Grilling and Fish cooking will begin about 8:00 p.m. For more information contact Leon "JoJo" Johnson '74 843.331.0562 leondjohnson@gmail.com, George Baker '74 or William King '76
Men’s Alumni Basketball Meet and Greet
10-11 a.m. Mariotti Gym
Men's basketball alumni are invited to a meet-and-greet event with head Coach Kendal Wallace M’17 and the team. You'll have the chance to reconnect with former teammates and hear from Coach Wallace about his dreams for the program and meet the current players. For more information, contact kwallace@lagrange.edu or (706) 880-8328.
50th Reunion 1975 Legacy Bench Dedication
10 a.m. Caswell Plaza
To make a gift visit Make Your LC Memories Last
Red and Black Reunion Row Registration Tent
Tailgating 10 a.m. until the end of halftime of the football game White Registration Tent, Callaway Auditorium parking area
Register and pick up your nametags. (Show your nametag for a free alumni gift; supplies are limited.) Classes whose years end in 5's and 0's, along with other college friends, will gather, mingle and reminisce under a large white tent.
Xavier "Zeke" Mann '86 & Friends gathering
11 a.m., Panther Soccer Field/Callaway Auditorium side
Grilling and more! Contact Xavier Mann '86 for more information. (678) 851-6584 or zaymann@aol.com
Classes of 1950, 1955, 1960 Reunion Picnic Luncheon
11:30 a.m., Beason Recital Hall, West Side, 301 Panther Way
Join friends for an afternoon of reminiscing about days on the Hill. $20 per person. Respond by October 10, 706.880.8244 or alumni@lagrange.edu
Lamar Dodd Art Center Open House
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., Lamar Dodd Art Center, 310 Panther Way
Exhibit will run August 19th through the Fall Semster For information contact Lanora Yates lyates@lagrange.edu 706-880-8211
Corn Hole Tournament
Grab an Alumni partner and let’s play some cornhole!
4:00 p.m., Panther Soccer Field/Callaway Auditorium side on site sign ups/practice
5:00 p.m. Live bags-tournament begins – trophies!!
Registration for the tournament is available now on Scoreholio
For additional information contact Tracy Caldwell ’89, 770-262-3006 (cell) tcaldwellgata@gmail.com
LaGrange College Performing Arts presents: Steel Magnolias
Directed by Kim Barber Knoll
5 PM Price Theater, 300 Panther Way
Join us in Truvy’s Beauty Parlor in Chinquapin, Louisiana for this hilarious and heartfelt gem of a play about the bond of friendship and community. Six unforgettable Southern women face life’s joys and sorrows with honesty, humor and great hair.
Reservations online only beginning Monday, October 6th at Noon. Check social media for our Eventbrite reservation site. Instagram: lc_performingarts1 or Facebook: facebook.com/performingartslc
Tickets $10, (LC faculty, staff and students are also complimentary) Door tickets are cash or check only.
1965-1975 Classes Barbecue Dinner followed by music and fellowship around the adjoining outside fire pit
Dinner 6:30 p.m., Courtyard Marriott's Callaway Room, 25 W. Lafayette Square, Downtown LaGrange Country's Barbecue.
Reservations are necessary due to limited space. To reserve your space visit Reserve your space online or mail a check to Attn: Alumni and Community Relations, LaGrange College, 601 Broad Street, LaGrange, GA 30240 by October 6th.
Western Party - Classes of 1974-1980 & Friends
7-10 p.m., Westside Ensemble Building Room E506, West Side Campus, 301 Panther Way - enter from back lot
· Don your boots, jeans and cowboys hats for some western fun– maybe some line dancing
· Music / munchies- charcuterie board / photo booth / BYOB- soft drinks & ice provided
· Feel free to bring a snack to add to our food table!
· Please remember to bring old pictures!
* For late night folks, gather in the lobby of the Wingate Hotel, 103 Wingate Terrace for more fun time together.
Reunion Committee- Dawn Cummings Coker ’77, Ronnie & Cheryl Farr ’77, Ricky Jolly ’77. For more info: rfarr73@yahoo.com or farrcheryl@yahoo.com or alumni@lagrange.edu
Sunday, October 19th
LaGrange College Alumni and Community Memorial Service
10:30 a.m., the Chapel
This annual service celebrates the lives of alumni and members of the LaGrange College community who have passed away since Homecoming 2024.
For more information, contact alumni@lagrange.edu or 706.880.8244
Sunday Brunch Buffet
11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Margaret A. Pitts Dining Hall
Hot food line, pizza station, salad bar, dessert and drink station for $9.50 per person. Pay at the door.
Softball Alumni Game & Picnic Lunch
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., LaGrange College Softball Field
Join us for an alumni softball game followed by a picnic lunch at the LaGrange College Softball Field. Meet the current team, coaches, and reconnect with former teammates!
More information coming soon!
For more information, contact Coach Melanie Rushing at mrushing@lagrange.edu or Bailey Eden at beden@lagrange.edu
LaGrange College Performing Arts presents: Steel Magnolias
Directed by Kim Barber Knoll
7 PM Price Theater, 300 Panther Way
Join us in Truvy’s Beauty Parlor in Chinquapin, Louisiana for this hilarious and heartfelt gem of a play about the bond of friendship and community. Six unforgettable Southern women face life’s joys and sorrows with honesty, humor and great hair.
Reservations online only beginning Monday, October 6th at Noon. Check social media for our Eventbrite reservation site. Instagram: lc_performingarts1 or Facebook: facebook.com/performingartslc
Tickets $10, (LC faculty, staff and students are also complimentary) Door tickets are cash or check only.
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