Homecoming - Alumni

HOMECOMING 2025: OCTOBER 18

Welcome to Hanover College Homecoming – a great weekend of nostalgia, excitement, and reconnection! Get ready to reunite with old friends, cheer on the Panthers, and indulge in a feast of fun with some new changes coming!

What's in Store?

🏆 Alumni Awards Ceremony – Honoring outstanding Panthers for their achievements and contributions. Honorees will be announced in Spring 2025.
🕯️ 1827 Society's Annual Memorial Service – Remembering and celebrating the lives of our Hanover family.
🎓 Milestone Reunions – Join us in celebrating the 10-, 25-, and 50-year reunions with special gatherings and events for these classes!
🥐 NEW! Continental Breakfast & Networking Opportunity – Sponsored by the Young Alumni Council, this is your chance to connect and catch up!
📚 60th Anniversary Celebration of Shakespeare in England – Hosted through the Nichols Lifelong Inquiry Series, this unique event will honor six decades of immersive learning and global experiences tied to Shakespeare's legacy.
🎉 Hanoverfest is Moving! – This year, we're bringing the energy with Panther Village, an exciting new gathering space filled with reunions, tailgating, and more! Join the fun behind the HOME side of Alumni Stadium!

And So Much More...

The fun doesn't end there! Explore the campus for music, photo booths, and activities for all ages. Take a self-guided campus tour, visit the Point, or visit the Duggan Library for another excellent presentation. Plus, there is plenty of Hanover swag under the white Alumni Tent.

Hanover College Homecoming is more than just an event—it celebrates our vibrant community. Come home, reconnect, and create new memories that will last a lifetime. We can't wait to see you there! Stay tuned for more details as we gear up for another unforgettable Homecoming!

Homecoming Registration

Opens Summer 2025

Questions?

Do you have questions about Homecoming Weekend and the events planned? Contact Christy Hughes, Director of Alumni Relations, at hughes@hanover.edu. You can also email the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@hanover.edu

Concessions

Hungry? We've got you covered! Head to the concessions in the BIG TENT for classic game-day treats—hot dogs, hamburgers, pulled pork sandwiches, and ice cream novelties. Or, if you're in the mood for something else, head to the Shoebox and check out their food and beer menu.

Tailgating Spots & Tailgating Policies

Please review the Hanover College Athletic Department's Tailgate Policy. The Athletic Department oversees the tailgate lot.

August 2025: This year's tailgate holders will receive an email asking them to renew their spots. If they do not renew by mid-August, they will forfeit their spot. Tailgate Football Players and their families can sign up for open tailgate spots.
September 2025: The tailgate link will be active on the athletic website for NEW season tailgate spots. Season spots are $100.00
- These spots are first-come, first-served until the grass lot sells out.
- They are $25.00 per spot and will be available through the link only via the Athletic Department.
- No phone calls.
October 2025: A link with all remaining tailgate spots for Homecoming Weekend will be posted approximately one week before Homecoming. These spots will be on a first-come, first-served basis or until sold out. No phone calls will be accepted.

Stay Up-To-Date

Please visit the Alumni Portal to register or log in to get started. If you're new to your community, register as a New User. We'll verify your alum status, and then you can access the site.

Our exclusive alumni section on the website lets you easily update your contact and business information, access the online directory, view your giving history, and choose what information to display. Additionally, you'll have access to all the benefits of being an alum! If you need any assistance, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Campus Store

Don't forget to get your HC gear from Slingshot, the newly opened Campus Store. You can check out their merchandise at https://hanovergear.com/. Special bundles and discounts for alums are coming soon!

Experience Hanover

Get to know Hanover College and meet other future students simultaneously! Experience Hanover is an on-campus group experience—great for first-time visitors—that includes a 30-minute Admission presentation and a 60-minute walking tour. The size of the group will vary. Experience Hanover today!