Poet Homecoming

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We're excited to have you back!

Thursday, October 22

5:30 p.m. | Purple & Gold Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Banquet | Whittier DoubleTree
Details to be announced 

Friday, October 23

10-3 p.m. | Wardman Library Open House

Browse the library main floor on a self-guided tour of displays and archival items. A surplus of yearbooks will be available for purchase.

11 a.m. | Campus Tour

12-1 p.m. | Poet Musicale | Memorial Chapel  

Enjoy a showcase of outstanding students, faculty and alumni talent, presented by the Department of Music. Choir alumni are invited to perform the school song Friends Forever, along with students.

1-3 p.m. | Music Department Reception | Arnold Hall and Patio

3-4:15 p.m. | Career Forum | TBA

4 p.m. | Weekend Welcome Table | Shannon Center Patio

5 p.m. | State of the College | Shannon Center Robinson Theater

Gather with the Poet community to hear the latest College update from President Kristine Dillon ’73. All members of the Whittier community are encouraged to attend. Welcome reception begins at 4:15 p.m. on the Shannon Center patio.

Saturday, October 24

Society Brunches | Various Locations

Society members will receive event details through society chairs. Locations will be updated as events are confirmed. Check back for more information.

11 a.m. | Athletics Alumni – Men’s Basketball Game | Graham Athletic Center

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | DIS Copenhagen Alumni Brunch | Arnold Hall Patio

Join the Office of International Programs (OIP) for a relaxed Homecoming Brunch as we welcome our friends from DIS Copenhagen. Enjoy pastries and refreshments while reconnecting with fellow alumni, faculty, staff, and friends who shared the unforgettable experience of studying abroad in Copenhagen.

Whether you participated in a DIS program recently or many years ago, this is a wonderful opportunity to catch up, reminisce, and celebrate the lasting connections made through international education.

1 – 3 p.m. | Model United Nations – Past, Present and Future Participants Program | Wardman Library, Poet Corner

  • Hear about the most recent Model United Nations of the Far West (MUNFW) conference hosted by Whittier, where we celebrated MUNFW’s 75th Anniversary, including a special opening session at the San Francisco Opera House where the UN Charter was signed just over 80 years ago.
  • Get updated on the status of Model UN at Whittier and introduce the new leadership of MUNFW.
  • Light refreshments will be available.

1-5:30 p.m. | Poet Fest | Memorial Stadium  

Festivities include an All-Society Mixer, Affinity Meetups including Alianza de los Amigos and Whittier College Black Alumni Association, music, and Poet gear. No host food and drinks.

5 p.m. | Homecoming Football Game vs. University of Redlands | Memorial Stadium

Planning in progress: Class of 1976 50th Reunion Celebration, Class of 1986 Reunion Celebration

Sunday, October 25

10:30-1 p.m. | Campus Inn Brunch  

Wrap up a wonderful weekend by joining fellow Poets and residential students before heading home. Pay at the door; open to all.