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Homecoming 2024 Schedule of Events
Friday, October 25 - Sunday, October 26, 2024
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Wednesday, October 23

Fine Arts Series Presents Tales at Twilight :: 6:30 p.m. :: Upper Quad
Family Night Series Event - FREE ADMISSION!
Children and adults alike will feel the Halloween spirit when they come to hear three master storytellers spin spooky tales of the season. The evening will be led by Jacksonville’s own Mike Anderson ’74, whose combination of music, storytelling and humor has made him a much sought-after performer throughout the Midwest. Mike will be joined by two of our favorite storytellers, Sherry and Bobby Norfolk of St. Louis, who will tell their tales in separate campus locations, with the audience rotating between the three venues. CLICK HERE for more information about the Fine Arts Series.

Thursday, October 24

Student Follies Talent Show :: 8 p.m. :: Rammelkamp Chapel
This Homecoming Week mainstay features talented Illinois College students competing in song, dance, comedy, and more. Alumni are welcome and encouraged to attend, feel nostalgic and cheer on current IC students!

Friday, October 25

Spirit Day :: On Fridays We Wear Blue
Near or far, show your IC spirit by wearing True Blue or IC spirit wear. Show your Illinois College pride by sharing photos with the hashtag #ICHoco2024

Visit the IC Store :: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. :: Caine Student Center
Come visit the IC Store and shop for your IC spirit wear. 

Classroom Visits

  • Abnormal Psychology with Dr. Elizabeth Rellinger
    9 to 9:50 a.m. :: Crispin Hall, Room 125
  • Creating and Managing Classroom Environments with Erin Studer
    1:20 to 2:10 p.m. :: Kirby Learning Center, Room 110
  • Modern Love with Jaclyn Tabor
    2:40 to 3:50 p.m. :: Sturtevant Hall, Room 103
  • Introduction to Mass Communication with William Buss
    1:20 to 2:30 p.m. :: Whipple Hall, Room 201

Alumni Association Board of Directors Meeting :: 3 p.m.
The Alumni Association Board of Directors will hold their fall meeting. The Alumni Association works to support the College, to strengthen the connections between members and their alma mater, and to foster a spirit of fellowship[ and goodwill among members.

50th Class Reunion for the Class of 1974 :: 5:30 to 7 p.m. :: Jacksonville Country Club
Members of the Class of 1974 are invited to celebrate this significant milestone at the Jacksonville Country Club. Complimentary dinner and refreshments will be served. A class photo will be taken at 6 p.m.

Football Alumni Gathering :: 6 p.m. :: KJB’s (222 East State St, Jacksonville, IL 62650)
Join Head Coach Ray DeFrisco and the IC Football coaching staff for a pre-game gathering at KJB’s, owned by IC alumnus Kelly Brockhouse ’99.

Alumni Wine and Cheese Reception :: 7 to 9 p.m. :: Twisted Tree Music & Event Hall
Join Illinois College alumni and friends for a reception hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors at Twisted Tree Music & Event Hall. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and two drink tickets will be available.

Saturday, October 26

Breakfast with the Blueboys :: 8 to 9 a.m. :: Cummings Dining Hall, Caine Student Center
Alumni football players share a pre-game meal with the football team, hosted by Conrad Noll III ’65 and Bobby Noll ’02. Following breakfast, Head Football Coach Ray DeFrisco invites all football alumni to join the Blueboys on Green Athletic Field to walk the field and pose for a group photo. 

Open House for Illinois College Society Members :: 9 to 10 a.m. :: Alumni House
Illinois College Society Members are invited to attend a private morning open house at the Alumni House, at the corner of Lincoln Avenue and Mound Road, as a thank you for being philanthropic leaders who support student success. Complimentary grab-and-go breakfast items will be available.

Golf with IC Alumni :: 9 to 11 a.m. :: K’s Creek Golf Club
Swing by K’s Creek Golf Club and join other IC alumni including K’s Creek owners, John ’07 and Rachel Smith Rohn ’07, for a morning of golf. To make your tee time, call the clubhouse at 217.602.0533.

Illinois College Homecoming Parade :: 10 a.m. 
Join us for the annual Homecoming parade as it steps off the corner of Church and State streets in downtown Jacksonville, featuring nearly 100 College and community entries. The parade route will travel east on State to the downtown square, moving clockwise around the square, and continue south on Main Street. The parade will then turn west on College Avenue heading toward Illinois College, turn south on Park Street and end at the Homecoming Celebration Tent on the corner of Edgehill Road and Park Street. To participate in the parade, visit ic.edu/homecomingparade to sign up.

Illinois College Society Parade Seating :: 10 a.m. :: Corner of Mound Road and Park Street
Illinois College Society members are invited to watch the Homecoming parade from special seating at the corner of Mound and Park. Learn more about the Illinois College Society HERE.  

Alumni Swim Meet :: 10 a.m. :: Coultas Natatorium, Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center
Former Illinois College swimmers are invited to participate in the Alumni Swim Meet. Warm ups will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the meet beginning at 10 a.m. Call swimming coach Chris Sykes at 217.245.3343 or email christopher.sykes@ic.edu for more information.

Visit the IC Store :: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. :: Caine Student Center
Come visit the IC Store and shop for your IC spirit wear. 

Alumni Choir Rehearsal :: 10:30 a.m. :: Choir Rehearsal Room, McGaw Fine Arts Center
Warm up those vocal cords! Illinois College choir alumni are invited to rehearse “The Star Spangled Banner” with music faculty and then perform the piece prior to the kickoff of the football game at 12 p.m. 

Homecoming Celebration Luncheon :: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. :: Homecoming Celebration Tent
Join Illinois College alumni for a complimentary luncheon and Bloody Mary bar hosted by the Alumni Association Board of Directors.

Blueboys Football vs. Lawrence College :: 12 p.m. :: Green Athletic Field, England Stadium
Live stream link coming soon!

Women’s Volleyball vs. Lake Forest College :: 12 p.m. :: Sherman Gymnasium, Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center
Live stream link coming soon!

Illinois College Varsity Club Viewing Areas :: 12 p.m.

  • True Blue Lounge (tent north of Green Athletic Field)
  • Bruner Classroom 3140 (2nd Floor)
  • Bruner Concourse (West Balcony)

All Varsity Club members are invited to cheer on our Blueboys and Lady Blues from several semi-private viewing areas. Complimentary snacks and refreshments will be available. Join now and support all student-athletes and varsity sports for the 2024-25 season!

Tent Party and Family Activities :: 12 to 3 p.m. :: Homecoming Celebration Tent
Alumni and their families can enjoy face painting, inflatables and other fun activities free of charge. A variety of the area’s food trucks will provide festive food and drink options, including beer and hard seltzers, for purchase. This event is hosted by the Alumni Association. 

100th Anniversary of Smith House Open House :: 1 p.m. :: Smith House
Join in celebrating the 100-year anniversary of Illinois College’s purchase of the David A. Smith House. For the past century, the Smith House has served as a hub of activity for women’s literary societies. The home is the regular meeting spot for Chi Beta, Gamma Delta and Sigma Phi Epsilon whose members participate in productions that promote confidence, public speaking skills and leadership opportunities. The Smith House is also the site where countless lifelong friendships have been forged.  A group photo of alumni from Chi Beta, Gamma Delta, Sigma Phi Epsilon and Alpha Kappa Phi will be taken outside of Smith House at approximately 3:30 p.m. (following the football game).  Inclement weather photo location is TBD.

Reunions for the classes of 1994, 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014 and 2019 :: 1 to 3 p.m. :: True Blue Lounge, tent north of Green Athletic Field
Classmates from these reunion years are invited to meet and reconnect in a special lounge area under a private tent, complete with complimentary appetizers and refreshments. Official class reunion photos for these classes will be taken at the following times:

  • Class of 1994, 1:20 p.m.
  • Class of 1999, 1:25 p.m.
  • Class of 2004, 1:30 p.m.
  • Class of 2009, 1:35 p.m.
  • Class of 2014, 1:40 p.m.
  • Class of 2019, 1:45 p.m.

​​Reunions for the classes of 1989, 1984, 1979, 1974, 1969, and 1964 :: 3 to 4:30 p.m. :: Barnes House
Heavy hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will set the stage for an intimate gathering with friends and family hosted by President Barbara A. Farley. Official class reunion photos for these classes will be taken at the following times:Class of 1964 :: 3:45 p.m.

  • Class of 1969 :: 3:50 p.m.
  • Class of 1974 :: 3:55 p.m.
  • Class of 1979 :: 4:00 p.m.
  • Class of 1984 :: 4:05 p.m.
  • Class of 1989 :: 4:10 p.m.

Smith House Literary Society Alumni Photo :: Approximately 3:30 p.m. (following the football game):: Smith House
All women literary society alumni and current members are invited to gather in front of the David A. Smith House for a group photo in honor of the 100th anniversary celebration.

Women’s Volleyball vs. Central College :: 4 p.m. :: Sherman Gymnasium, Bruner Fitness and Recreation Center
Live stream link coming soon!

Homecoming After Party :: 4 p.m. :: Various Locations
Join classmates from your era at these alumni owned restaurants! 

Visit these other alumni owned businesses while you’re in town:

Literary Society Cozies and Huddles :: Various Times and Locations
A literary society tradition continues at Homecoming when alumni pay a visit to their respective halls or rooms:

  • Gamma Delta :: 3:30 to 5 p.m. :: Smith House
  • Gamma Nu :: 3 to 5:30 p.m. :: Nuer Hall, Baxter Hall Lower Level
  • Alpha Phi Omega :: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. :: APO Hall, 1010 Edgehill Road
  • Sigma Pi :: 2 to 3 p.m. & 8 to 9 p.m. :: Beecher Hall, Second Floor
  • Phi Alpha :: 3 p.m. :: Beecher Hall, First Floor
  • Chi Beta :: 3:30 p.m. :: Smith House
  • Sigma Phi Epsilon :: 4 to 6 p.m. :: Smith House
  • Pi Pi Rho :: After the football game :: Rhoer Hall, 1005 Edgehill Road

*Please note these times and locations are subject to change.

Men's Soccer vs. Lake Forest College :: 4:30 p.m. :: Green Athletic Field, England Stadium
Live stream link coming soon!

Women’s Soccer vs. Lake Forest College :: 7 p.m. :: Green Athletic Field, England Stadium
Live stream link coming soon!

Decisions about inclement weather will be made on an event-by-event basis. Announcements of changes or cancellations will be made on Illinois College's social media channels.