Golden graduate homecoming
An annual gathering to celebrate the 50th anniversary of UTHSC graduation ceremonies. This multi-day event culminates in the Golden Graduate Homecoming Ceremony and Dinner. You don’t want to miss this special reunion or the opportunity to catch up with friends and classmates!
2023 Golden Grad Schedule
This is sample of what you can expect during our 2024 gathering!
Wednesday, October 25
All times Central
Schedule and room assignments subject to change. If changes occur, you will be notified.
Golden Graduate Homecoming Welcome & Packet Pick-Up
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: North Mezzanine Level, Peabody Hotel
Shuttle to UTHSC Campus
Time: 4:30–5 p.m.
Location: Union Avenue Entrance, Peabody Hotel
Golden Graduate Homecoming Ceremony
Time: 5–6 p.m.
Location: Mooney Library, UTHSC Campus Historic Quad
This special event is when Golden Graduates from the classes of 1973 will receive their medallions and 50-year pins within their respective colleges.
Golden Graduate Homecoming Welcome Reception
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Nash Atrium and Courtyard, UTHSC Campus Historic Quad
Dine on great food and reconnect with classmates.
Shuttle to Peabody Hotel
Time: 8–8:30 p.m.
Location: UTHSC Arches on Union Avenue
Thursday, October 26
All times Central
Schedule and room assignments subject to change. If changes occur, you will be notified.
Full Breakfast with Classmates
Time: 8–9:30 a.m.
Location: Hernando Desoto Room, Peabody Hotel
Shuttle to UTHSC Campus
Time: 9:30–9:45 a.m.
Location: Union Avenue Entrance, Peabody Hotel
College Open House & Lunch
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: UTHSC Campus
Get college updates from administration and students, tour new facilities, and network with classmates and current students during lunch.
CHIPS Tour
Time: 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Location: UTHSC Campus
Tour of the CHIPS building.
Shuttle to Peabody Hotel
Time: 3–3:15 p.m.
Free time with Classmates
Time: 3:15–5:15 p.m.
Golden Graduate Homecoming Reception
Time: 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Forest Room, Peabody Hotel
Join us for a cocktail before the Golden Graduate Homecoming Dinner and take photos with your classmates and your college dean.
Golden Graduate Homecoming Dinner
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Venetian Ballroom, Peabody Hotel
Golden Graduate certificates will be distributed during dinner, and additional class photos and photos with college deans will be taken during this time.
Friday, October 27
All times Central
Schedule and room assignments subject to change. If changes occur, you will be notified.
Farewell Continental Breakfast
Time: 8:30–10 a.m.
Location: Hernando Desoto Room, Peabody Hotel
Grab a breakfast pastry and some coffee or juice while you say farewell to your classmates.
Time for individual class reunion brunches/lunches
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Time for individual class reunion dinners
Time: After 5 p.m.
Saturday, October 28
All times Central
Schedule and room assignments subject to change. If changes occur, you will be notified.
Time for individual class reunion brunches/lunches
Time: 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Time for individual class reunion dinners
Time: After 5 p.m.
Accommodations
Golden Graduate Homecoming attendees are invited to stay at the history Peabody Hotel in the heart of downtown Memphis
Discounted rates available
Self-parking or valet parking available
Shuttle service available to event venues from the Peabody
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For more information, contact Blair Duke, Assistant Director of Alumni Programs.