Homecoming
MOCOHOCO is almost here!
More classes. More friends. More fun. We’re honoring getting through a once-in-a-lifetime year with a once-in-a-lifetime celebration. For the first time, meet up with your friends from 17 different reunion years. Catch up with how your under (or upper) classmen are doing while enjoying a Homecoming mega-bash in true Monmouth fashion. Registration is now open!
Schedule of Events:
Friday’s Events
|
|
Friday, October 22nd |
|
12pm |
Meaning of Life Lunch |
|
|
Bring a sack lunch, bring a friend and discuss life’s deeper purpose with faculty and students. |
| 3-4:30pm |
Art Exhibit: University of Iowa Grad Student Prints |
|
4pm |
Labyrinth Dedication Ceremony |
| 5pm | Alumni Impact Awards |
|
A recognition of alumni and members of the Monmouth College community who have made a significant impact. Winners include: Dr. Frederick Kaskel ’67 (Hall of Achievement), Sen. Mattie Hunter ’76 (Hall of Achievement), Dr. Wendell Shauman ’68 (Distinguished Alumnus), Alex Tanney ’11 (Young Alumnus), Jeff Rankin (Distinguished Service), Dr. Laura Moore (Hatch Teaching Award), The Sondgeroth Family (Family of the Year). |
|
| 7pm | 40th Reunion Welcome Reception - $15 |
| Join classmates from the Class of 1980 and 1981 for refreshments and reminiscing with a special viewing of the Spirit Shout fireworks. | |
| 7pm | Fighting Scots Volleyball vs. Lawrence University |
| 8pm | Spirit Shout Gathering |
| Students will dance, shout and cheer for a Fighting Scot’s victory; Homecoming Queen and King will be named; and we’ll close the evening with a spectacular fireworks show. There will be a special viewing area designated for the Class of 2020. |
Saturday’s Events
|
Saturday, October 23rd |
|
| 8:30am |
M Club Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Coach Burek Memorial Dedication |
|
Former Coach Kathy Wagoner, Justin Zigler ’06 and Peter Sprecher ’08 will be inducted into the M Club Hall of Fame. |
|
| 9am-12:30pm | Admission Open House |
| Come for an official information session and tour at 10 a.m. at the Center for Science and Business (reservation required) or drop in at the Admission Office anytime between 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Current high school students who are children or family members of alumni should stop by for a special gift. | |
| 9:30am | Reunion Parade Meet-Ups |
| Classes celebrating a reunion will meet with classmates to march in the parade! | |
| 10am | Homecoming Parade |
| See the floats, and hear the pipe band, marching band and fraternity songs. | |
| 11am | Fraternity and Sorority Life Hall of Fame Induction |
| Gena Corbin Alcorn ’88 (KKG), Louise Lauder Roos ’49 (KKG), Dr. Mike Danner ’91 (ATO) and Jeff Bakker ’90 (ZBT) will be inducted into the Order of Omega Alumni Hall of Fame. | |
| 11am | Fighting Scots Women’s Soccer vs. Beloit College |
| 11:30am | Fighting Scots Volleyball vs. Ripon College |
| 12pm | Reunion Class Photos |
| Reunion classes will gather to have group photos taken. | |
| 12pm | Alumni and Faculty Lunch - $15 |
| Join fellow Fighting Scots alumni and faculty for lunch before the game. | |
| 10am | Alumni Tailgate -$45 per vehicle |
| Gather for an alumni tailgate! Greek Organizations and the Class of 2020 will have a pre-reserved space. | |
| 12-2pm | Holt House Open House |
| Tour the historic founding home of Pi Beta Phi’s Alpha chapter. | |
| 12-2pm | Stewart House Open House |
| Take a guided tour or explore on your own the birthplace of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Visitors will also be able to access Kappa’s digital archive. | |
| 1:30-3:30pm | Admission Meet and Greet |
| Stop by the Admission tent to say hello, ask questions, or refer a student and be entered to win a special gift. | |
| 1:30-3:30pm | Alumni Tent |
| Visit the Alumni Tent to say hello to Alumni Board members, get snacks and swag (while supplies last). | |
| 1:30pm | Fighting Scots Men’s Soccer vs. Beloit College |
| 2pm | Fighting Scots Football vs. Cornell College |
| 2pm | Marching Scots |
| Marching band alumni are invited to bring their instruments and join the marching band in the stands, as we cheer on the Fighting Scots football team to victory. | |
| 6-8pm | All- Alumni Reunion Celebration |
| Gather with fellow alumni for hors d’ouerves and reminisce about your days at Monmouth College. All alumni and friends are welcome to join the celebration. Sponsored by the Alumni Board. | |
| 7:30pm | Chorale Concert |
Sunday’s Events
| Sunday, October 24th | |
| 11am | Class of 2020 Commencement Ceremony |
| Celebrate with the Class of 2020 as they are recognized, following their COVID-shortened senior year. | |
| 2pm | Wind Ensemble Concert |
Homecoming 2021 Shirt
No MOCOHOCO is complete without a commemorative shirt made by our very own Scots at Haase Embroidery. You may pick up your shirt at registration or have it shipped to you (shipping fees extra). Orders must be received by 10/1/2021 in order to be shipped and received prior to Homecoming. Don’t miss out on this year’s for your collection! Click here to order
Registration FAQ
Homecoming 2020
-
Our alums and professors have great Chemistry. Get it? -
In the end, Homecoming is about being with your Monmouth family. -
Our favorite colors for fireworks are white and crimson. -
Congratulations to the 2020 Homecoming Court! -
We found the meaning of life with Philosophy & Religious Studies. But don’t worry, we’re sure we’ll have something to talk about next year, too.
