Homecoming - Alumni

Homecoming 2024 Recap

Hanover College's 2024 Homecoming was triumphant, with many activities, events, and celebrations. Here's a recap:

Homecoming Photos: Relive all the moments!
Football Game: The Panthers played Mount St. Joseph in a Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC). The game was a high-flying affair, with the Lions winning 49-41.
Homecoming Court: Senior back Kate Bettner was crowned Homecoming Royalty.
Alumni Honors: Pete Corrao '76 and John Stanley '72 were honored with the Alumni Achievement Award, while Cassi Binkley Friday '11 and Jenn Williams '10 received the Distinguished Young Alumni Award.
Class Reunions: The Class of 1974 celebrated its 50th reunion, the Class of 1999 celebrated its 25th reunion, and the Class of 2014 celebrated its 10th reunion.
HanoverFest: Students, alumni, and friends gathered in the tailgate lot for a day of fun and Panther pride.
Campus Activities: Visitors could stroll through campus, hang out in the tailgate lot, gather in their Greek house, or chat with former professors.
Men's Lacrosse: The men's lacrosse team said the weekend was a huge success.

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!

Homecoming Registration

Opens Summer 2025

Reunions Galore

Homecoming is a yearly event where you can return to tailgate, catch up with friends, create new memories, and celebrate milestone reunions such as the 50-year, 25-year, and 10-year reunions. Join your classmates to reminisce, share stories, and make new memories. Whether you graduated last year or decades ago, the laughter and camaraderie will make you feel right at home.

Football Frenzy

Get your spirit gear on and head to the stands for the big game! Feel the adrenaline rush as our Panthers take the field. With every touchdown and tackle, the excitement is palpable.

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.

And So Much More...

The fun doesn't doesn't! 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!

Tailgating Spots & Tailgating Policies

Please review the Hanover College Athletic Department's Tailgate Policy.

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.
Late August 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.
September 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 in your community, register as a New User. We'll verify your alum status; you can access the site once it is confirmed.

With our exclusive alumni section on the website, you can easily update your contact and business information, access the online directory, view your giving history, and choose what information you want 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!