Homecoming Week 2024
February 5-10, 2024
"Celebrating the Spirit of the New Millennium"
Get ready to travel back in time to the early 2000s for Lander University’s Homecoming Week 2024, “Celebrating the Spirit of the New Millennium.” Whether you’re a current student or one of our many thousands of Lander alumni, this is an opportunity to make memories that will last a lifetime!
This week-long extravaganza will be filled with retro-themed activities and competitions, transporting you to an unforgettable era of pop culture, iconic fashion trends and great music. From Y2K excitement, to the rise of boy bands and girl power, this Homecoming promises a nostalgic journey like no other. Grab your flip phones and low-rise jeans because Bearcat Country is taking it back to the early 2000s in the most epic way possible!
Lander University’s 2024 Homecoming logo was designed by KJ Campbell '14.
Monday, February 5
Service Project Begins
All Week
Teams participating in Homecoming will have the opportunity to gain additional points by donating jackets, blankets, etc. to this years’ service project for Connie Maxwell. The service project will run from Monday, February 5 at 5:00 pm through Thursday, February 8 ending at 5:00 pm.
Banner Competition
Video Highlights
Strongest Bearcat
Video Highlights
Tuesday, February 6
Wednesday, February 7
Thursday, February 8
Presidential Polar Plunge
Video Highlights
LU Y2K Talent Showcase
Video Highlights
HOMECOMING WEEKEND
Saturday, February 10
Homecoming Basketball Games & Court
Video Highlights
The Alumni Association is excited to welcome home all Lander University alumni for a fun weekend of Homecoming activities, socials and class reunion events. You can find alumni-related Homecoming information, including alumni event registration forms, recommended hotel accommodations and more through the Office of Alumni Engagement.
Check back often as Homecoming approaches for updated information and additional events. Alumni and guests are encouraged to Register Online by February 2. Contact alumni@lander.edu or call 864-388-8351 with any questions.
A signature tradition of every Lander Homecoming is Saturday tailgating! It’s the perfect setting for pre-game activities, where alumni of all ages join with current students for great food and fellowship on the campus front lawn.
Participating groups, organizations and attendees are expected to follow these guidelines and procedures so that all guests can enjoy the Homecoming Tailgate Zone safely and responsibly.
All tailgating plans are subject to the university’s approval; these policies may be altered to ensure the safety of participants or for the protection of university property.
Who can participate in Homecoming?
All Lander students, faculty and staff members including student clubs, organizations and any "group" or "team" which is formed solely for the purpose of competing in a Homecoming activity.
Homecoming rules for each event, as well as general rules, are in the information packet. All participants are responsible for reading and abiding by all rules. The Department of Student Life reserves the right to make any changes to the rules or this document at any time before, during, or after Homecoming week. If you should have any questions, please contact the Office of Student Life at 864-388-8244 or via email at homecoming@lander.edu or studentlife@lander.edu.
The Homecoming event forms are now digital. We have provided the links below within the document. Please make sure your forms are complete with all materials (including but not limited to drawings, descriptions, and scripts) necessary when submitted.
Alumni Resources
Bearcat Cup Winners - Gold Division
Phi Mu
Bearcat Cup Winners - Blue Division
Delta Sig