Frequently Asked Questions

Is There a Cost to Attend Homecoming? There is not a cost to attend the majority of campus activities.  Below are events that have a cost:

Golden Grad Luncheon – There is no cost for members of the Class of 1976 and their guest; all other attendees are $25 per person. Student Powderpuff- $10 per player (pre-registration required, no cost to attend) Canoe-a-thon 2.0 - $50/person 33 Variations by Moises Kaufman Performances - $15/person

We will be sure to communicate all weather related changes at check-in and via our Alumni Facebook page.

Food options include, various food trucks throughout campus, the Union Café, The Falcon Café, Sawyer Pavilion, and the Lottie Nelson Dining Hall. For menus, please visit the Messiah website for more details. Several events also include light refreshments or drinks. You are also welcome to grab food off campus at one of the many local restaurants.

1. The Falcon: 9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
2. Union Café: 10 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
3. Lottie Brunch: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
4. Lottie Dinner: 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
5. Sawyer Pavillion 4:00pm-8:30pm
6. Central Green (Snacks & Treats) 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
7. Student Union (Lunch Vendors) 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
8. Athletic Fields (Dinner Vendors) 4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

 

Prizes are at the pre-registration table (Eisenhower Lobby) and will be given directly to the winner.

Yes, the Campus Store will be open on Friday from 9am-4pm and Saturday from 10am-6pm.

Campus maps can be found in the brochure and online here, Messiah University Campus Map.

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We’re expecting a big flock of Falcons this Homecoming, so parking might be a bit tight!
• Overflow lots are available at Grantham Church and along Greenbriar Road — just a quick walk to campus fun.
• Arriving early is your best bet, and a little extra “parking grace” will go a long way!
• Bonus points for carpooling — fewer cars, fewer headaches. View parking lots on our campus map. 

On Friday, Golden Grads are encouraged to park in lot VV. Check in for the Golden Grad events will be held in Martin Commons Lobby, which is located in the Eisenhower Campus Center next to the Lottie Nelson Dining Hall.

Cost - $25/person although complimentary for Class of 1976 grads and their guest compliments of the Heritage Society.

Yes, registration is strongly encouraged for all events on Friday, October 2nd and is required for the Golden Grad Luncheon. You may do so online at LINK INCOMING or by calling Yonette Schneider at 717-766-2511 ext. 5242.

Absolutely! We have a program designed specifically for our Golden Grads on Friday; however, we would love to see you back on campus again on Saturday!

We invite Golden Grads who are not from the Class of 1976 to Celebrate Homecoming weekend to join us at the Golden Grad Luncheon. From 11:30am – 1:30 p.m., we invite you to attend the Golden Grad Luncheon, which is sponsored, in part, by the Heritage Society and is open to all Golden Grads, including our newest members, the Class of ’76, who will receive an honorary Golden Grad pin. *There will also be various campus activities available following the luncheon