Welcome Back to Winthrop!

Winthrop Spirit Check Video (Virtual)  

Do you have Winthrop Spirit? Check out the Winthrop Alumni Association Facebook page, Twitter (@winthropalumni) or Instagram (@winthropalumni) to learn the Winthrop Spirit Check so you can join us as we show our Eagle Pride all week long.

Homecoming Kickoff Meal
5 - 8 p.m. Eagle Eatery

Come kickoff Homecoming Week right as we will have special Homecoming-themed food, a live DJ and giveaways. We will also  announce the 2021 Homecoming Court. 

Tipsy Tuesday with The Tipsy Doc (R) (Virtual)

7 p.m. via Zoom

Mark your calendars for a virtual cocktail social with The Tipsy Doc, Akilah Murray '15! The Tipsy Doc will walk us through the steps to make a Winthrop-inspired beverage. The link to join along with the beverage recipes will be emailed to registered alumni.

Winthrop Bingo (R) (Virtual)

7 p.m. via Zoom

It's game time! Socialize with fellow alumni while trying your luck at Winthrop Bingo. The link to join will be emailed to registered alumni. Bingo cards will be emailed by Monday, Nov. 8.

Homecoming Pep Rally
Time TBD Campus Green

Get hyped for the Homecoming game! This event will include novelties, food, music,  and prize giveaways. We will introduce the men’s & women’s basketball teams as they prepare for victory!

Women's Volleyball vs. Gardner-Webb (S)

6 p.m. | Winthrop Coliseum

Facebook Live: Alumni Board of Trustees Candidates

7 p.m. | Winthrop Alumni Facebook page

Join a Facebook Live session to hear from the alumni who are running for one of the alumni-elected seats on the Winthrop Board of Trustees.

The Masked Singer 
8 p.m. Tillman Auditorium

DSU will host a special Winthrop version of the hit TV show “The Masked Singer.”  This is a singing competition where students will compete against each other while wearing full costumes concealing their identity from the audience and judges. 

Winthrop Remembers

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections

Stop by the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections to see a display of Winthrop Memorabilia. Talk with archivists about how they preserve Winthrop memorabilia from 1886-present.

Alumni Author Talk: Life's Compline: A Journey Just Begun (R)

11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Winthrop Bookstore

The Rev. Dr. Betty Creamer, Class of 1973, will share her insights on the need for community and connection throughout life, how to develop and maintain these connections and how maintaining strong community ties affects us all. "Life's Compline" by Betty Creamer is currently available at Barnes and Noble, Amazon and other retailers. Books will be available for purchase in the Winthrop bookstore.

Campus Art Tour (R) 

2 p.m. | Front Steps of Rutledge

Meet at the front steps to the Rutledge Building for a 45-minute walk around campus led by the College of Visual and Performing Arts to view sculptures and student art on campus. Registrations are required. For accessibility tours, call 803/323-2145 or email alumni@winthrop.edu. Please consider a gift to support campus art at www.winthrop.edu/give.

Campus Tours with Student Ambassador (R)

3-4 p.m. | Joynes Hall

Book your 45-minute walking tour of campus with a student ambassador. For accessibility tours, call 803/323-2145 or email alumni@winthrop.edu.

Reunion Weekend Check-In (Reunion Classes ONLY)

4-5 p.m. | DiGiorgio Campus Center Lobby (Classes of 2016, 2011, 2006, 2001, 1996, 1991, 1986, 1981, 1976)

5 p.m. | Rutledge Gallery (Classes of 1965, 1960, 1961, 1955, 1956, 1950, 1951, 1945, 1946)

Pick up your nametag and reunion souvenir at the designated location.

Class Reunion Welcome Reception (R) (Reunion Classes ONLY)

5-7 p.m. | Rutledge Gallery

Start your Class Reunion Weekend at the Class Reunion Welcome Reception at the Rutledge Gallery on Friday, Nov. 12 from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres with fellow alumni celebrating a reunion and meet Interim President George Hynd and First Lady Alison Hynd.

Homecoming Happy Hour ($) (R)

5-7 p.m. | Slow Play Brewing

Start your Homecoming Weekend off with a Happy Hour with alumni at Slow Play Brewing! Grab some delicious food from the Cibi Cibi food truck. They will be there from 4-9 p.m. and the brewery will be open until 11 p.m. Slow Play Brewing is owned by Ben Lee ’05, Matt Poston ’11 and Ron Fasick ’02. Mention you are celebrating your class reunion to get 15% off your bar tab.

Winthrop Dance Theatre ($)

7:30 p.m. | Johnson Theatre, Johnson Hall

A full evening of works choreographed by faculty and guest artists, featuring a variety of dance genres. For ticket information, visit the theatre box office.

Reunion Weekend Check-In (Reunion Classes ONLY)

9-10 a.m. | McBryde Hall

Pick up your nametag and reunion souvenir if you did not receive it on Friday.

Campus Beautification Initiative: REVITALIZING WINTHROP (R)

9 a.m. | Bancroft Hall

With the start of the 2021-22 academic year, REVITALING WINTHROP has launched a new website and is announcing the Winthrop Year of Service, the community engagement and participation commitment component of REVITALIZING WINTHROP. Year of Service goals are elevating school spirit, enhancing community and encouraging investment in campus care.  Alumni have an opportunity to participate in this initiative during 2021 Homecoming and Reunion by planting new shrubs at the front of Bancroft Hall. Registration is required. Registrants will receive more details ahead of Nov. 13. 

Alumni Reunion Brunch (R) (Reunion Classes ONLY)

10 a.m.-Noon | McBryde Hall

Reunion classes will celebrate their milestone reunion while sipping on coffee or a brunch cocktail and reconnecting with classmates. Class pictures will be taken at noon.

Winthrop Memorabilia Display (Reunion Classes ONLY)

10 a.m.-Noon | McByrde Hall

Take a walk down memory lane with Winthrop photographs from your time at Winthrop.

West Center Tours (R)

12-1 p.m. | Lois Rhame West Health, Physical Education and Wellness Center

The West Center provides educational and recreational opportunities for the campus and is the home of the Office of Recreational Services and the Department of Physical Education, Sport and Human Performance. Take a tour to see the 4 Court Gymnasium, 1/8 Mile Indoor Track, 36-Foot Climbing Wall, 4 Racquetball Courts, 8-Lane, 25 Yard Pool and more!

1919 Film Viewing (R)

12:30 p.m. | Dina’s Place

View the silent film of Winthrop in 1919 narrated by Gina Price White ’83, director of Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections.

Campus Art Tour (R)

2 p.m. | Front Steps of Rutledge

Meet at the front steps to the Rutledge Building for a 45-minute walk around campus led by the College of Visual and Performing Arts to view sculptures and student art on campus. Registrations are required. For accessibility tours, call 803/323-2145 or email alumni@winthrop.edu. Please consider a gift to support campus art at www.winthrop.edu/give.

Winthrop Dance Theatre ($)

7:30 p.m. | Johnson Theatre, Johnson Hall

A full evening of works choreographed by faculty and guest artists, featuring a variety of dance genres. For ticket information, visit the theatre box office.