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One of Lee University’s most anticipated annual events will begin this Friday, Nov 4. Hundreds of alumni will again gather for a Homecoming weekend, filled with fun and new memories.

“This weekend has evolved over the years, reflecting the changing interests of our alumni,” said Dr. Jerome Hammond, vice president for University Relations. “Anyone who has not been on campus in three or more years may be surprised.”

The weekend will host various events to welcome alumni back to campus and will begin with the Check-In on Friday, Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. in the Science and Math Complex. A light lunch will be served from 12-1 p.m.

Greek clubs past and present will represent in their jerseys on Friday from 8-10 p.m. for an all-Greek block party. This exciting time will be full of food and games for the whole family and will take place in the South Campus Quad.

Campus tours will be held Saturday morning in the front circle, so guests can see the changes that Lee has undergone in the last few years.

Prior to the basketball games on Saturday, a tailgate party will take place at 11 a.m. on Pedestrian Mall, where free food will be provided. The games will begin at noon with the Lady Flames facing Bryan College. The Flames will then take on Piedmont College at 2:30 p.m. The Homecoming Court will be announced and the queen crowned during halftime.

Lee theatre will perform Nathan Jeffrey’s rendition of “Dracula” on Friday and Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. in the Dixon Center. A new version of the classic horror tale, the original tone and intention of the story is resurrected in order to deliver a profound tale of an eternal battle between darkness and light, between hope and despair, and between death and life.

One of Lee’s hidden gems, the Shenanigans improvisation team will perform Friday and Saturday at 10 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre, located in Lee’s Communication Arts Building. Admission is $1 per person, and the shows will be packed out, so guests will want to be sure to arrive early for humor the whole family will enjoy.

The new and highly anticipated Short Film Showcase will take place Saturday at 3 p.m., also in the Communication Arts Building. This event will allow current students and recent alums to show their short films, allowing everyone to experience the new screening room.

“With an emerging cinema program, we want to invite alum to view the work that has been taking place in this state-of-the-art building,” said Patti Cawood, director of Alumni Relations.

One of the most popular events of Homecoming weekend, Department Breakfasts will take place Saturday at 9 a.m. With 13 departments participating, this is a “wonderful networking opportunity” for alums to mingle with current professors and students. Each breakfast will include a keynote speech from a distinguished alum, and a department award will be given to an alum who excels in each field, respectively.

Dr. Ben Perez, adjunct professor and Lee alum, will officiate The Blessing of the Couples, a charming affirmation of wedding vows in the Lee Chapel on Saturday morning at 10:30.

On Saturday at 7 p.m. the Homecoming Music Festival will take place in the Conn Center. Hosted by the School of Music, the festival is put together to display the enduring legacy of talented musicians.

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the Greek service club Sigma Nu Sigma will welcome back past members with a weekend full of activities including a gala dinner on Friday night, a service project, and a worship event on Saturday.

A dessert mixer will take place on Saturday at 8 p.m. in the John Nichols Courtyard to close out the eventful weekend.

Alumni appreciation week will lead up to the Homecoming weekend, highlighting Lee alum who have excelled in their fields. Current students will celebrate the kick-off of Homecoming at noon on Friday in the Deacon Jones Dining Hall with a 5,000 balloon drop including 10 balloons with gift cards donated by alumni.

For a complete schedule or to register, visit Homecoming. For a Homecoming guide and to receive schedule updates throughout the weekend, download the LeeUEvents app for mobile phones.