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Homecoming & Reunion Weekend

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The Tides are Changing at Endicott
Starting in 2024, two of Endicott's most time-honored traditions, Homecoming and Reunion, are coming together to create one spirit-packed weekend! All Gulls are invited to flock back to the Nest and experience Endicott in full swing!

Full Schedule of Events

  • Friday, September 27, 2024

    Noon–2 p.m. | Golden Gull Lunch & Toast 
    Tupper Manor
    Reunion Event: Commence Reunion Weekend with a celebratory afternoon at Tupper Manor starting with a cocktail reception followed by a seated lunch and a special toast celebrating the Class of 1974 as our newest Golden Gulls. All alumni from class years ending in '4 and '9 are also welcome to attend.

    3:30–4:30 p.m. | A Deep Dive into the Archives with Brian Courtemanche, Director, Diane M. Halle Library
    Diane M. Halle Library
    A minimum of 10 registrants are required to host these classes.
    Reunion Event: Enjoy a trip down memory lane. Join Brian Courtemanche for a look into Endicott’s archive to see in photos the College’s transition from the past to the present. Registrants are encouraged to bring their own photos from their Endicott days!

    4–6 p.m. | Walter J. Manninen Center for the Arts – Exhibition Reception
    Walter J. Manninen Center for the Arts, Carol Grillo Gallery
    Step into the vibrant world of artistic expression with The Endicott Review, a showcase of creativity produced at Endicott College. Explore the diverse collection of short stories, poems, essays, and artwork, curated from the talents of our vibrant community of students, faculty, and alumni. Each page brims with the unique voices and perspectives that define our college's creative landscape.

    5:30–6:30 p.m. | Honors Reception
    Curtis L. Gerrish School of Business & Ginger Judge Science Center Lobby
    Join us for an informal reception for students in Endicott's honors programs and honors societies. Light refreshments and appetizers will be served.

    6–7 p.m. | Haunted Walking Tour
    Get into the spooky seasonal spirit with a walking tour of Endicott's historic and reportedly haunted sites! From Reynolds Hall lore to "the Pink Lady" of Winthrop Hall, join Endicott's Director of Content & Communications Sarah Sweeney and Halle Library Director Brian Courtemanche for a trip into the College's past on a walking tour you won't soon forget!

    6–8 p.m. | Reunion Welcome Reception 
    Cummings School of Nursing & Health Sciences
    Reunion Event: Alumni are invited to join the College’s leadership and student Presidential Ambassadors for a cocktail reception.

    8–10 p.m. | Late Night at Gully’s
    Gully’s
    Calling all alumni, parents, and students. Gully's will be open for fun, dancing, food, and drinks for anyone 21+. One drink ticket and all-you-can-eat pub food will be available to all attendees upon entry.

    8–10 p.m. | Late Night at Coastal Mass. Brewing
    Coastal Mass. Brewing
    Coastal Mass. Brewing, founded by Tim Corcoran, Jake Crandell '11, and Justin Negrotti '09, is opening its doors for all members of the Endicott community.

    9–11 p.m. | Neon Bingo
    Post Center, Field House
    Calling all alumni, parents, and students. Join us for a night of EC Neon Bingo in the Field House! Tickets are not required to attend this open event. Light snacks and beverages will be provided

    ✦ – Reunion Event. These events are limited to alumni from class years ending in '4 and '9 and our Golden Gulls celebrating 50+ years since graduation.

  • Saturday, September 28, 2024

    8:30–9:30 a.m. | Athletic Tribute & Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
    Post Center, MacDonald Gymnasium
    Celebrate as we raise banners for each of our conference championship teams and honor the latest inductees into the Athletics Hall of Fame.

    9:30–10:30 a.m. | Yoga
    Center for Belonging
    Join us for a relaxing start to the morning with certified instructor-led yoga. Limited yoga mats are available. All ages and all levels are welcome.

    9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Endicott’s Famous Brunch
    Callahan Dining Hall
    Enjoy delectable delights at Endicott’s Famous Brunch in the Callahan. Fuel up for the day before you experience all the excitement of Saturday's Homecoming & Reunion Weekend events. Students may use one meal swipe. Please note students' guest meals may not be used.

    11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | EC Gulls Fan Fest
    Softball Field, Lot 9
    Featuring a variety of food trucks, family-friendly games, photo booths, and more—EC Gulls Fan Fest is the can’t-miss event of Homecoming & Reunion Weekend. Be sure to check out the Alumni Tent! Attendees do not need a ticket to enter Fan Fest, but will require tickets to purchase food. There will be a cash bar available.

    Noon | Endicott vs. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Homecoming Football Game
    Hempstead Stadium
    Bring the Endicott spirit to Hempstead Stadium to watch our Endicott Gulls take on RPI in a game that you do not want to miss.

    1–2:30 p.m. | Homecoming & Reunion Weekend High Tea 
    Reynolds Hall
    Reunion Event: Enjoy a lovely afternoon filled with delicious tea-time treats and treasured conversations.

    3–5 p.m. | Wine Tasting
    Cummings School of Nursing & Health Sciences
    Reunion Event: Calling all wine lovers. Endicott College's very own Professor Peter Jenner will walk alumni through a tasting with three wines, accompanied by a lesson on food pairings.

    5:30–7:45 p.m. | Traditional Dinner & Lobster Bake
    Callahan Dining
    After a day cheering on your Gulls and taking in the fun of Homecoming & Reunion Weekend join family and friends for a Lobster Bake, or traditional dinner if you prefer, on campus. Featuring fresh lobsters cooked to perfection, what better way to close out your day? Lobster Bake ticket sales close on September 2. If students would like a lobster, they must pay for this meal, as student and guest meal swipes may not be used for lobster. Note: This ticket allows one lobster per attendee.

    5:30–10 p.m. | Reunion Lobster Bake & President’s Address 
    Tupper Manor
    Reunion Event: Dr. Steven DiSalvo celebrates alumni, family, and friends’ return to campus. Enjoy a traditional New England Lobster Bake and buffet, live music, dancing, and spectacular views. The College’s alumni awards will be presented and class photos will be taken.

    ✦ – Reunion Event. These events are limited to alumni from class years ending in '4 and '9 and our Golden Gulls celebrating 50+ years since graduation.

  • Sunday, September 29, 2024

    9–10 a.m. | Morning Meditation & Reflection
    Center for Belonging
    Start your day centered and at your best with this mindfulness and meditation session led by Rev. Dr. Gail Cantor, Director of Belonging and Spiritual Life, in the College’s newly renovated Center for Belonging.

    9:30–1 p.m. | Sunday Brunch
    Callahan Dining
    Students may use one meal swipe. Please note students' guest meals may not be used.

    10 a.m.–Noon | Strawberry Brunch 
    Misselwood Estate
    Reunion Event: Say farewell to classmates at this cherished Endicott tradition.

    Noon | Women's Rugby vs. Tufts
    Hempstead Stadium

    3 p.m. | Men's Rugby vs. Tufts
    Hempstead Stadium

    3–5 p.m. | Homecoming & Reunion Weekend Concert
    Rose Performance Theater
    Endicott’s ensembles give a taste of the season with music, theater, and dance selections in honor of this Homecoming & Reunion Weekend.

    ✦ – Reunion Event. These events are limited to alumni from class years ending in '4 and '9 and our Golden Gulls celebrating 50+ years since graduation.

Homecoming

Celebrate With Us

We are looking forward to celebrating our inaugural Homecoming & Reunion Weekend. From Friday, September 27–Sunday, September 29, 2024, we will honor milestone reunions for classes ending in '4 and '9 while celebrating as a community on the fields and stage. Join your class' Reunion committee and assist with planning a weekend filled with meaningful moments that will resonate with your classmates and will bring back memories from your time at the Nest and nominate your classmates for the alumni awards that will be presented during Homecoming & Reunion 2024!

Hotel Information

To make your Homecoming & Reunion Weekend experience the best it can be, we have secured a limited number of rooms at area hotels at a discounted rate. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Boston Marriott Peabody
8A Centennial Drive
Peabody, MA 01960
978-977-9700
Rooms from $279 per night. Book online or by calling and refer to "Endicott Homecoming and Reunion Weekend."

Four Points by Sheraton Wakefield Boston
1 Audubon Road
Wakefield, MA 01880
781-245-9300
Rooms from $329 per night. Minimum two-night stay.

Sonesta Select Boston Danvers
275 Independence Way
Danvers, MA 01923
978-777-8630
Rooms from $129 per night. Book online or by calling and refer to "Endicott Homecoming and Reunion Weekend."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Boston Peabody
43 Newbury Street
Peabody, MA 01960
978-535-5000
Rooms from $259 per night. Minimum two-night stay.

With Endicott’s proximity to Salem, Massachusetts and the rich history surrounding Halloween in the area, the month of October is a busy time for tourists to visit and hotel vacancies can be difficult to find.

Parking Information

Endicott spirit runs high during Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, and we expect many Gulls and their families to celebrate this year. To ensure a good experience we ask that guests abide by all parking signage.

On Saturday, September 28 on-campus parking will not be available. All attendees will park at one of our off-campus parking locations. Shuttles will be available and running on a dedicated continuous loop throughout the day to off-campus parking lots.

Limited on-campus parking is available on Friday, September 27, and Sunday, September 29. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

What if I require accessible parking?

If you require accessible parking, please email homecoming@endicott.edu for more information. Please note: a handicap placard for accessible parking is needed to park in the accessible parking areas.

Questions?

Please visit out FAQ for all Homecoming & Reunion questions!

For Homecoming specific questions please contact homecoming@endicott.edu.

For Reunion specific question please contact alumni@endicott.edu.