Schedule

Monday, October 7

Chapel

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

10:20-11 a.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1

Wednesday, October 9

Chapel

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

10:20-11 a.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1

Thursday, October 10

Class of 2014 10-Year Reunion

(Homecoming Event)

4:30-7:30 p.m. | Forgotten Star

It is only fitting to celebrate 10 years on 10/10! Connect with your fellow 2014 classmates for delicious food truck appetizers, mains, and beverages at the charming Forgotten Star, approximately 15 minutes from Bethel’s campus. Appetizers will be provided, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Registration is now open.

Alumni of the Year & 4 Under 40 Reception

(Homecoming Event)

7-8:30 p.m. | Olson Boardroom, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 4

We cordially invite you to help us celebrate our 2024 Alumni of the Year and 4 Under 40 honorees at the Alumni of the Year and 4 Under 40 Reception. This event is by invitation only.

Friday, October 11

Check-In & Information Central

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Ticket Office, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1

Campus Store Open

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Campus Store, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2

Shop the Campus Store for all your Bethel gear! Please note that the Campus Store is closed during Chapel.

Lunch

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

11 a.m.-2p.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 + Family Weekend price: $14 for adults; $7 for children ages 5–11; free for children under the age of 5. Purchase at the Monson Dining Center (credit/debit cards preferred).

Class of 1974 50-Year Reunion Dessert Reception

(Homecoming Event)

7-9 p.m. | New Perspective | 3565 Pine Tree Drive, Arden Hills, MN 55112

Members of the Bethel College Class of 1974 and their guests are invited to enjoy a time of visiting, laughing, and getting reacquainted at the 50-Year Reunion Dessert Reception! This event is being hosted at New Perspective and is free to attend. Registration is now open.

Saturday, October 12

Alumni Football Game & Breakfast

(Homecoming Event)

Game 7:30 a.m. | Breakfast 9:30 a.m. | Royal Stadium

Whether it's been two or 20 years since you last stepped on the field at Royal Stadium, you still have Navy and Vegas running through your veins. Football alumni are invited to hit the field again in the Alumni Football Game. Register today!

Men’s Soccer Alumni “Kick Around”

(Homecoming Event)

9-11 a.m. | Ona Orth Athletic Complex

Men’s soccer alumni are invited to come out to Ona and play some "pick-up" soccer! Registration is now open!

Check-In & Information Central

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Loggia, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1

40th Anniversary Celebration of Nursing

(Homecoming Event)

9-11 a.m. | Lakeside Chapel, Lakeside Center (LSC), Level 2

We invite all alumni and current and former faculty and staff of BU Nursing to celebrate the last 40 years, as we look forward with anticipation to what God will continue to do in the years to come. Register today!

Homecoming + Family Weekend Visit Day

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Welcome Desk, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1

Join us on Bethel's Homecoming Visit Day! As one of our favorite days of the year, we invite you to tour campus, hear from current students and alumni, enjoy brunch with our admissions team, and attend an optional sporting event of your choice. If you're interested in athletics at Bethel, you won't want to miss this. Stick around all day and attend a sporting event on campus or head out after brunch! Registration is now open!

Pastries with the President

(Family Weekend Event)

9:30-10:30 a.m. | Atrium, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2

President Ross Allen and his wife Annie invite you to join other current parents/families and students for pastries, connection, and a Bethel update! This event is free. Register today!

Women’s Hockey Alumni Game

(Homecoming Event)

9:30-11 a.m. | Bethel University Arena at National Sports Center

Lace up the skates and hit the ice with your former teammates for the Women’s Hockey Alumni Game! Ice time starts at 9:30 a.m. There will be time available at the end for a family open skate. Register today!

Baseball Alumni vs. Alumni Game

(Homecoming Event)

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. Registration is now open.

Platinum Alumni Coffee

(Homecoming Event)

10:30-11:30 a.m. | Eastlund Room, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 2

We invite all undergraduate alumni from the classes of '73 and prior to join us at the Platinum Alumni Coffee. This event will include a brief program and chance to meet President Ross Allen. This event is free to attend. Space is limited—register today!

Campus Store Open

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Royal Stadium

Shop the Campus Store for all your Bethel gear!

Scandia Church Open House

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

11 a.m.-Noon | Scandia Church

The Scandia Church was established in 1855 by Swedish Baptist settlers in Carver County, Minnesota. Today, the building is located on Bethel University’s campus. Come walk through this historic chapel and learn a little bit more about its history.

History Center Open House

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

11 a.m.-Noon | History Center, Lakeside Center (LSC)

Archives of Bethel University and Converge preserves historic documents, photographs, books, artifacts, and much more. Drop by the archives to see paintings by Bethel founder Alexis Edgren, old Bethel yearbooks, Bethel’s Emmy Award, a 1541 Swedish Bible, historic newspapers and photographs, a Pilgrim’s Progress copy printed in 1727, and other rare materials.

Lunch

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

11 a.m.-1p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3

Alumni & Parent Tailgate

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Sports and Recreation Center (SRC) Parking Lot

All alumni and current parents and families are invited to join us for the first-ever Alumni & Parent Tailgate before the big football game! Enjoy classic tailgate food and a kid zone with Little Blue’s Traveling Zoo, free caricature drawings, temporary tattoos, and more! All alumni and current parents and families are welcome! There will be tents for current parents and families and for alumni celebrating a reunion year. The following classes are celebrating a reunion this year:

Platinum Alumni (prior to 1974)
50-Year (1974)
45-Year (1979)
40-Year (1984)
35-Year (1989)
30-Year (1994)
25-Year (1999)
20-Year (2004)
15-Year (2009)
BUYA: Bethel University Young Alumni (2014-2024)

Those who register for the Alumni & Parent Tailgate will also receive a free ticket to the football game and volleyball game! Current parents and families who register for this event will also receive a Bethel-branded canvas bag. Cost is $15 for adults, $10 for students, and free to children 3 years old and younger for those who register in advance. Walk-up registration will be available and tickets will cost $20 for adults, $15 for students, and free for children 3 years old and younger. Registration is now open!

OIX Chill Tent

(Family Weekend Event)

12-4 p.m. | Royal Stadium (near concession stand)

The Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIX) Chill Tent will be located right outside the football field by the concession stand. This is a place for BIPOC students and their families to connect, play games, chill out, get a T-shirt, win prizes, and receive information about the OIX Department, as well as other Bethel University opportunities.

Women's Soccer vs. St. Mary's University

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

1 p.m. | Ona Orth Athletic Complex

Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Cardinals! Alumni, be sure to stop by the Alumni Tent to pick-up your FREE alumni T-shirt (while supplies last)!

Football vs. Macalester College

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

1 p.m. | Royal Stadium

Cheer on the Royals as they face the Scots! Those who register for the Royal Reunion Tailgate will receive a free ticket to the game! For those who do not register for the Royal Reunion Tailgate, tickets for the game can be purchased at the gate ($10 for adults and $5 for students). Alumni, be sure to stop by the Alumni Tent to pick up your FREE T-shirt (while supplies last)!

Alumni Tent

(Homecoming Event)

1-4 p.m. | Royal Stadium

Stop by the Alumni Tent to connect with fellow alumni, take a photo at the photo booth, update your information, and pick-up your FREE T-shirt (while supplies last)!

MIAC Championship Tent

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

1-4 p.m. | Royal Stadium

Stop by the MIAC Championship Tent to view trophies and plaques from Bethel's various championships and take photos with banners and a BU backdrop!

Men's Soccer vs. St. Mary's University

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

3:30 p.m. | Ona Orth Athletic Complex
Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Cardinals! Be sure to stop by the Alumni Tent to pick up your FREE alumni T-shirt (while supplies last)!

Pietas Honors Program Induction Ceremony

(Family Weekend Event)

4-5 p.m. | Eastlund Room, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 2

Join us for a chance to formally induct the new incoming Honors Program students. Family members of Honors Program students are welcome to attend. This is an invitation-only event. If you have any questions, please contact Suzi Nelson (s-nelson@bethel.edu).

Baseball Alumni vs. Current Royals Game

(Homecoming Event)

4-6 p.m. | Hargis Park

Play against the current Bethel Royals in a competitive nine-inning game on their turf infield! Stay afterwards to connect with players and coaches. This game is geared towards recent alumni (1-5 years out) and those who can still compete at a high level. Register today!

OIX After Party

(Homecoming + Family Weekend Event)

4:30 p.m. | Kresge Courtyard

The Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIX) After Party will take place 30 minutes after the football game is over. This event will take place in Kresge Courtyard and include rockin’ BBQ food trucks, games, music and some competition with prizes. The After Party is a wonderful way for students, families and alumni to vibe out and enjoy some BBQ, multiethnic fellowship and fun.

BUILD Family Dinner

(Family Weekend Event)

4:30-6:30 p.m. | The Underground, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 2

This event will be a time for current students in the BUILD program and their families to experience a little bit of life on campus and to get to know other Bethel families. Dinner, program updates, and information from students will all be shared during this time together. BUILD program staff, mentors, and advisory committee members are also invited to attend. Learn more and register!

Dinner

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

5-6:30 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3

Experience dinner on campus, and enjoy the variety and appeal of Bethel’s delicious buffet-style dining. Special Homecoming + Family Weekend price: $14 for adults; $7 for children ages 5–11; free for children under the age of 5. Purchase at the Monson Dining Center (credit/debit cards preferred).

Class of 1984 40-Year Reunion Dinner

(Homecoming Event)

5-9 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3

Gather will fellow alums from the Class of 1984 as you enjoy dinner and dessert and spend plenty of time reminiscing and reconnecting in celebration of your 40-year reunion! Meet for dinner in the Monson Dining Center from 5-6:30 p.m. The cost for dinner is $14 per person and payment will be made as you enter the dining center (credit/debit cards preferred). After dinner, enjoy dessert and beverages in the 3900 Grill for a chance to continue connecting with your classmates! Registration is now open.

Class of 1979 45-Year Reunion Dinner

(Homecoming Event)

5-9 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3

Gather with fellow alums from the Class of 1979 as you enjoy dinner and dessert and spend plenty of time reminiscing and reconnecting in celebration of your 45-year reunion! Meet for dinner in the Monson Dining Center from 5-6:30 p.m. The cost for dinner is $14 per person and payment will be made as you enter the dining center (credit/debit cards preferred). After dinner, enjoy dessert and beverages in room BC468 for a chance to continue connecting with your classmates! Registration is now open.

Class of 1974 50-Year Reunion Dinner

(Homecoming Event)

6-9 p.m. | Olson Boardroom, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 4

Gather with fellow alums from the Class of 1974 as you enjoy dinner, hear from special guests, and spend plenty of time reminiscing and reconnecting in celebration of your 50-year reunion. This event costs $15 to attend. Register today!

Volleyball vs. College of Saint Benedict

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

7 p.m. | Robertson Center (RC) Gym

Cheer on the Royals as they take on the Bennies! Those who register for the Royal Reunion Tailgate will receive a free ticket to the game! For those who do not register for the Royal Reunion Tailgate, tickets for the game can be purchased at the gate ($10 for adults and $5 for students). Alumni, be sure to stop by the alumni table to pick up your FREE T-shirt (while supplies last)!

Shane & Shane Concert

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

7 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
Cap off an incredible weekend with a Homecoming + Family Weekend concert featuring Shane & Shane! Shane & Shane is the combination of solo artists Shane Barnard and Shane Everett. After meeting in college, Shane & Shane began writing songs and touring the country leading worship. Over 15 years later, they’re writing more music than ever, with no intention of slowing down. Their desire has always been to glorify the Lord instead of themselves and they do so by writing music that is biblically based, lyrically rich, and sonically engaging. Purchase your tickets today! Use promo code BETHEL24 for a $5 discount.

Sunday, October 13

Lunch

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

12-1:30 p.m. | Monson Dining Center, Brushaber Commons (BC), Level 3

Student-led Vespers Service

(Homecoming & Family Weekend Event)

9 p.m. | Benson Great Hall, Community Life Center (CLC), Level 1
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.