Bill Connell Memorial Golf Tournament

Stonebridge Golf Club
Friday, Oct. 25
9 a.m. Check-in, 10 a.m. Tee Time

Brought to you by the Bulldog Club, the 42^nd annual golf tournament is a great chance to reconnect with fondly-remembered classmates, teammates, and professors. Join us for a light breakfast, lunch and a day of fellowship on the rolling forest land of Stonebridge. Online registration recommended. Email questions to Bill Nash, Director of Athletic Foundation, at Bilnash@wingate.edu. 

If you would like to support the Bulldog Club or Wingate, you can make a gift here.  

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Alumni & Sports Hall of fame Awards dinner

LaVerne Banquet Hall
Friday, Oct. 25
5:45 p.m. Reception
6:30 p.m. Program
$35 per person

Celebrate excellence with a three-course dinner as we hear from outstanding alumni and exceptional athletes who have made significant contributions to Wingate’s legacy. It's a night to toast the accomplishments that have shaped our community.

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alumni pickleball tournament

NEW THIS YEAR!

Tennis Courts
Saturday, Oct. 26
8:30 a.m. - Check-in
9 a.m. - noon - Tournament
$25 per person

Get ready to serve up some fun at the 1st Pickleball Tournament during Homecoming 2024! This exciting event promises friendly competition, lots of laughs, and a great time for players of all skill levels. This is a fun, recreational tournament. Please note the game will be played on the tennis courts with tennis-height nets.

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Bagels & Coffee with president brown

A Conversation on Building a New American College Town

Saturday, Oct. 26
10:30 a.m. - Reception in the Rotunda of Batte Center 
11 a.m. - noon - Discussion in Rotunda of Batte Center
Free

Grab a coffee or bagel and hear from President Rhett Brown about the University’s latest initiatives, future town development plans, and how you, as alumni and friends, can play a vital role in its continued success.

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Class of 1974: Golden Alumni 50th Reunion Luncheon

Hinson Museum
Saturday, Oct. 26
1 p.m.
Free

This special event, honoring the class of 1974, brings together old friends and classmates to reminisce and reconnect. Before or after lunch, take a walk around campus to see how much has changed. Previous 50th reunion classes are also welcome to attend, so spread the word, and we'll see you there. 

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homecoming Tailgate

Irwin Belk Stadium
Saturday, Oct. 26
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Bring your grill, set up your cornhole boards and get ready to cheer on the Wingate Bulldogs to victory! Whether you're catching up with old friends or making new ones, the tailgate is the place to be for lively conversation and spirited fun before the game.

Music Tailgate

Irwin Belk Stadium 
Saturday, Oct. 26
1 p.m.

We're excited to introduce our new marching band, "The Spirit of the Gate." Join us for a tailgate at Irwin Belk Stadium on Saturday, October 26 at 1 p.m. Come out, enjoy the festivities and experience the energy of The Spirit of the Gate live! We can't wait to see you there! Please RSVP by Oct. 11!

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Baseball alumni cookout

Ron Christopher Baseball Stadium
Saturday, Oct. 26
11 a.m.
This is a free event, but you must register.

Alumni are invited to join Wingate Baseball for a Home Run Derby before the baseball team scrimmage on October 26! Enjoy hamburgers, chips, and a drink with a cash or online donation through this link.

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Latinx Tailgate

Irwin Belk Stadium
Saturday, Oct. 26 
Noon - 3 p.m.

Join us for a tailgate celebrating our Latinx campus community filled with food, music, and even better company! Hosted by the Wingate University Latinx Alumni Association (WULAA), Erica Alvarez Cruz '25, alumnae Emily Fernandez '23, and Willmarie Austin '07, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow Wingate students and alumni.  

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Post-Game Social 

Wingate Social House
204 N Main St, Wingate, NC
Saturday, Oct. 26
After the game

Wingate alumna Dayna Irby invites you to celebrate the Bulldogs (win or lose) with a cold beverage at their newly opened Wingate Social House Brewery located near campus.

Football vs Catawba College

Irwin Belk Stadium
Saturday Oct. 26 at 3 p.m.

• Reserved Blue Seats (Seats with back and armrests): $20
• General Admission Adults: $15
• Children (ages 5-12), Students (13 years old through college; non-WU students) and Seniors (70+): $10
• WU Faculty, Staff, & Students: Free with Wingate ID

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Multicultural Sunday Worship Service

Austin Auditorium
Sunday, Oct. 27
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Free

Join students, staff, alumni, and community members as we honor the faith tradition at Wingate University with the second annual Sunday Worship service. The service will feature performances by our Soulful Sounds Student choir, alumni solo performances and liturgical dance. Don’t miss one of the best-attended Homecoming events! 

If you are an alum who would like to perform, please email Dr. Danté Webb at d.webb@wingate.edu. Admission is free and open to all. Refreshments will be provided. This event is brought to you by the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, Wingate's Homecoming Committee, Wingate University's Black Alumni Association, the Office of Alumni Engagement and Wingate's Music department.

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