Save the Date: September 27-29, 2024

Homecoming and Family Weekend is more than just an event. It’s an occasion to celebrate everything that’s unique and incredible about Belhaven University. Join us back on campus September 27-29, 2024 to enjoy special events, share memories, build new traditions, and reunite.

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2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend Schedule

Parent and Family Check-in
3:00 – 5:00 PM
McCravey-Triplett Student Center, Welcome Desk

Alumni Award Recipient Meet and Greet
4:30 - 5:15 PM
McCravey-Triplett Student Center, 2nd Floor, Joy Lackey Conference Room
This reception is for 2024 Alumni Award recipients and their spouses.

Alumni Awards Ceremony
5:30 PM
Dr. Billy Kim International Center
This will be a great time of fellowship and celebration.  Dinner will be served.  Advanced purchase ticket required, $25. Tickets are limited.

Pep Rally and Highland Games
7:00 PM
Belhaven Bowl
This will be the 4th Annual Pep Rally and Highland Games.

Alumni Tour of Campus
9:00 AM
McCravey-Triplett Student Center, Welcome Desk
Join the Alumni Office for a guided one-hour walking tour of campus.

50 Year Club
9:30 AM
Dr. Billy Kim International Center, Room 202
All alumni from the class of 1974 and earlier are invited to attend and reminisce.  Brunch will be served.  RSVP by Nov. 4th to alumni@belhaven.edu or 601-968-8719.

Alumni Homecoming Tailgate
10:00 AM
Belhaven Bowl, Stadium Operations and Media Center South Patio
Join us under the alumni hospitality tent to watch the game and fellowship.  Lunch plates available for purchase, $5.

Parent & Family Tailgate
10:00 AM
Belhaven Bowl
This will be a come-and-go table with snacks, giveaways, and games for students and families.

Football Game: Belhaven vs. NC Wesleyan University
11:00 PM
Belhaven Bowl
Watch the game from the alumni hospitality tent or the Belhaven Bowl.  Free admission.

Mother and Daughter Tea
Immediately following the football game
Dr. Billy Kim International Center, Room 200
This will be the 4th Annual Mother and Daughter Tea.  Open to all female students and visitors.

Homecoming Dance
8:00 PM
Heidelberg Gymnasium, Auxiliary Gym
This event will be open to traditional Belhaven students.

Homecoming & Family Weekend Worship
8:30 AM
First Presbyterian Church, 1390 N. State Street, Jackson, MS 39202

Homecoming and Family Weekend Additional Info

If you would like to help plan your class reunion, please contact Sheri Anderson at 601-968-8719 or sanderson@belhaven.edu.

Peachtree House – Airbnb
1523 Peachtree House
Jackson, MS 39202
T: 601-953-4991
mgmt@peachtreehousems.com

Hilton Garden Inn – Jackson/ Madison
320 New Mannsdale Rd
Madison, MS 39110
T: 601-420-0442 or toll-free at 877-782-9444

  • Rate $129 night + taxes
  • The last day to book at this special group rate is September 13, 2024.
  • Use this link to get the group rate using group code: BEL

Homewood Suites by Hilton – Jackson Fondren Medical District
2815 North State Street
Jackson, MS 39216
T: 601-398-9500

  • Rate $119-$169 depending on room type
  • Use this link to get the group rate.

Residence Inn – The District at Eastover
1248 Eastover Drive
Jackson, MS 39211
T: 601-362-8003

  • Rate: $129 night + taxes
  • The last day to book at this special group rate is September 9, 2024.
  • Use this link to get the group rate.

View a list of some of our favorite places to eat, right near campus.

Parking is available in the parking garage located at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Arlington Street.

Shop Belhaven University apparel, merchandise, and gifts anytime at the Belhaven Bookstore online.  The Bookstore will be open:

  • Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm
  • Saturday, 9:00am – 3:00pm

Verse of the Year

God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him.

Philippians 2:13