Wednesday, October 3
Homecoming Chapel - 2018 Seminary Alumna of the Year
10:15–11 a.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC)
Worship with the Bethel community and hear an encouraging message from our 2018 Seminary Alumna of the Year Heather Flies '95, S'02.
Friday, October 5
Homecoming Check-in/Information Central
9 a.m.–7:30 p.m. | Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Stop by to ask questions, pick up a schedule of events for the weekend, and check-in for reunions.
Bethel Campus Store Open (closed during chapel)
9 a.m.–4 p.m. | Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2
Find Bethel apparel, books by Bethel authors, and so much more! Stop by and enjoy a special 20% alumni discount on Bethel apparel and emblematic merchandise during Homecoming weekend.
Homecoming Chapel - 2018 CAS Alumnus of the Year
10:15–11 a.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC)
Worship with the Bethel community and hear an encouraging message from our 2018 College of Arts and Sciences Alumnus of the Year Wiley Scott '90.
Homecoming Lunch
11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3
Experience lunch on campus, and enjoy the variety and appeal of Bethel’s delicious buffet-style dining. Special Homecoming price: $8.75 for adults; $4.25 for children ages 4–11. Purchase at the Monson Dining Center.
Seminary Class of 1968 Reunion Dinner
5:30–7 p.m. | Eastlund Room, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 2
Members of the Bethel Seminary Class of 1968 and their guests are invited to attend a special dinner to reunite, reminisce, and celebrate 50 years of ministry since their graduation from Bethel Seminary. Be sure to submit your entry for your class's memory book, too! Register today!
Family Movie Night— "Incredibles 2"
Doors Open 6 p.m. | Movie Begins 6:30 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC)
Gather with other Bethel alumni and their families for a free movie night open to all. Please Note: This movie is rated PG.
Volleyball vs. College of Saint Benedict
7 p.m | Robertson Center (RC) Gym
Watch the Bethel team in action as they take on St. Ben's. During the break between sets two and three, volleyball alumni will be recognized.
Undergrad Class of 1968 Dessert Reception
7–10 p.m. | Olson Boardroom, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 4
Members of the Bethel College Class of 1968 and their guests are invited to enjoy a time of visiting, laughing, and getting reacquainted. Dessert will be served. This event is included in the Class of 1968 reunion package. Be sure to submit your entry for your class's memory book, too! Registration is now open.
Saturday, October 6
Alumni Football Game and Breakfast
Game 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast 9:30 a.m. | Royal Stadium - Practice Field
Join alumni football players in a pickup game (plan to arrive between 7 and 7:30 a.m.), and stay for a light breakfast. Following the pickup game, football alumni are invited to join the Royals for their team meeting in CC313 (locker room and showers will be available to those that need it).
Homecoming Check-in/Information Central
8 a.m.–2 p.m. | Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Stop by to ask questions, pick up a schedule of events for the weekend, and check-in for reunions.
Platinum Alumni Brunch
9:30–11:30 a.m. | Eastlund Room, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 2
A special breakfast and program to honor our Platinum Alumni from the undergrad classes of 1943, '48, '53, '58, and '63. Sponsored by the Royal Heritage Society. Register today!
Volleyball Alumni vs. Alumni Game
9:30 a.m. | Robertson Center (RC) Gym
Join other volleyball alumni for a fun, competitive alumni versus alumni game. T-shirts will be available for all participants. Coach Hunt will divide you into Navy and White teams, and then it's game on! Family and friends encouraged to attend.
Live PoliSci Podcast - “Live from AC2nd: Election Shock Therapy"
9:30-10:30 a.m. | Bethel Library, Hagstrom Center (HC)
Join three Bethel political scientists and one Bethel historian as they record a live podcast from the Bethel Library.
Baseball Alumni vs. Alumni Scrimmage
10 a.m.–noon | Hargis Park
Baseball alumni of all ages and abilities are invited to play in a fun, friendly competition of alums vs. alums. If there are not enough alums for a game, we'll still hold an alumni batting practice.
Physics and Engineering Department: Lab Tours
10 a.m.–noon | Academic Center (AC) 238, Level 2
If you haven't had the chance to see the new lab spaces, this is the perfect opportunity! Department Chair and Professor of Physics and Engineering Brian Beecken will be available to show you around.
Business and Economics Department: *New Space* Open House
10–11:15 a.m. | Robertson Center (RC), Level 3
Join the Business and Economics Department for tours of their brand new space. Connect with professors, other alumni, current students and enjoy some treats!
Philosophy Department: Open House
10–11:00 a.m. | Hagstrom Center (HC) 269 (Uppsala Classroom)
This will be a great time for alumni to network with other alumni and interact with current students! This is an open house style event, but there will be a short program.
Agua Viva Reunion
10 a.m–noon | Olson Boardroom, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 4
The Agua Viva leadership invites you to reconnect with them and alumni of the Agua Viva mission trip. You'll hear exciting updates on how God is leading, reconnect with dear friends in Honduras and the U.S., and reminisce on your time together as a team.
Bethel Campus Store Open
10 a.m.–6 p.m. | Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2
Find Bethel apparel, books by Bethel authors, and so much more! Stop by and enjoy a special 20% alumni discount on Bethel apparel and emblematic merchandise during Homecoming weekend.
BUYA Tailgate at Lake Johanna
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Tony Schmidt Regional Park, Lake Johanna
Alumni 10 years out or less are invited to join the Bethel University Young Alumni (BUYA) group for a tailgate by Lake Johanna, featuring Natedogs (Nathan Beck ‘96)—“2017 Hot Dog Vendor of the Year” and lawn game tournaments. Cost is $5/person. Payment online or cash only at the event. Register today!
Homecoming Lunch
11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3
Experience lunch on campus in the Monson Dining Center at a special Homecoming price: $8.75 for adults; $4.25 for children ages 4–11. Purchase at the Monson Dining Center.
Women's Soccer vs. Gustavus Adolphus College (Time Change)
11:30 a.m. | Ona Orth Athletic Complex
Cheer on the Bethel Royals Women's Soccer team as they take on Gustavus. Purchase tickets at the gate.
Football vs. Saint John's University
1–4 p.m. | Royal Stadium
Cheer on the Royals as they face Saint John's, and join us in congratulating our alumni of the year at half-time. Please note admission to the football game is not included as a part of other Homecoming event registration costs. Cost: Alumni pay half price for tickets ($2-3). Purchase tickets at the gate.
Alumni Tent
1–4 p.m. | Royal Stadium—West End Zone
Stop by the Alumni Tent to connect with members of your National Alumni Board, pick up an alumni gift, and update your information. Bring your kids over for some free, fun activities, as well!
Royal Athletic Association Tent
1–4 p.m. | Royal Stadium—West End Zone
Come by the Royal Athletic Association Tent to learn how the RAA is partnering with the Athletic Department to fulfill its mission and enhance the athletic experience for our student athletes.
Business and Economics Department Tent
1–4 p.m. | Royal Stadium—West End Zone
Join the movement! Bethel’s Department of Business and Economics will be hosting a tent and invites everyone to stop by. Faculty, staff, current students, BethelBiz, and alumni are especially encouraged to visit and connect. Take this opportunity to meet employees from organizations from the metro area and around the world.
Education Department Tent
1–4 p.m. | Royal Stadium—West End Zone
Bethel’s Education Department will be hosting a tent during the Homecoming football game for education alumni, students, and faculty. Stop by to connect with alums in your field, learn about what current students are doing, visit with faculty, and find out what’s new and exciting in the Education Department!
Men's Soccer vs. Gustavus Adolphus College
3:30 p.m. | Ona Orth Athletic Complex
Cheer on the Bethel Royals Men's Soccer team as they take on Gustavus. Purchase tickets at the gate.
Baseball Recent Alumni vs. Current Royals Game
4–6 p.m. (immediately following the football game) | Hargis Park
Play a competitive game against the current Bethel Royals in a nine-inning game on their new turf infield! Stay afterwards to connect with players and coaches.
Homecoming Reunion Check-in
4–7 p.m. | Various Locations
- All-Class Reunion Reception | Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2
- 1968 50-Year Reunion Dinner and Party | Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Stop by to ask questions and check in for the All-Class Reunion Reception, as well as the other specific class reunion gatherings: 1968, 1973, 1993, and more.
Nelson Hall’s 50th Birthday Bash
4:30–6 p.m. | Nelson Hall
Join together with other Nelson Hall alumni and students to take a walk down memory lane, find your old room, and share stories of your time as a Nelson resident.
All-Class Reunion Reception
5:30–9 p.m. | Brushaber Commons (BC) Atrium, Level 2
Gather with alumni from all classes to celebrate Homecoming together! Whether you're the class of 1975 or '91, 2000 or '14, all alumni are invited to enjoy an evening reconnecting with old friends. Come to a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy delicious food, take photos as a memoir, and tell stories of your time here at Bethel. Registration is now open!
From 7-9 p.m. some classes will gather together in a separate space for a special reunion planned by peers. Find the location of your class's gathering at the Reunion Check-in beforehand:
- Undergrad Class of 1973 45-Year Reunion - BC468
- Undergrad Class of 1993 25-Year Reunion - The Underground
Undergrad Class of 1968 50-year Reunion Dinner and Party
6–9 p.m. | Eastlund Room, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 2
Gather with fellow alums from the Class of 1968 as together you enjoy dinner, hear from several special guests, and spend plenty of time reminiscing and reconnecting in celebration of your 50-year reunion. This event is included in the Class of 1968 reunion package. Be sure to submit your entry for your class's memory book, too! Register today!
Sunday, October 7
BUnited in Worship
3 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC)
Come together with alumni, friends, the Calvary Church Worship Choir, and instrumentalists as we explore the Psalms through traditional and modern hymns. Sing and celebrate with all ages!
Student-led Vespers Service
8 and 10 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC)
Experience this special time of worship that has grown from a small residence hall gathering to a weekly service drawing thousands of young people from across the Twin Cities.