Homecoming

Join the brothers of Phi Delta Theta for their 34th Annual Crab Feast! This favorite campus tradition, celebrating what the Eastern Shore does best, is open to all current students, their families, and alumni. 

12 to 4 p.m.
Daly Lawn

Men's Lacrosse—10 a.m.
Shriver Field
Women's Lacrosse—10 a.m.
Kibler Field
Softball—11 a.m.
Shriver Field Softball Field
Tennis—11 a.m.
Schottland),
Baseball—12 p.m.
Athey Park

Women's Rowing—9 a.m. vs. Chester River Sprints
Hodson Boathouse
Volleyball—11 a.m. vs Franklin and Marshall College
Penny J. Fall Gymnasium
Field Hockey—1 p.m. vs Swarthmore College
Kibler Field at Roy Kirby Stadium
Women's Soccer—1 p.m. vs Bryn Mawr College
Kibler Field at Roy Kirby Stadium
Men's Soccer—7:00 p.m. vs Ursinus College
Kibler Field at Roy Kirby Stadium

Noon to 2 p.m.
Parking Lot B

12:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Skybox at Roy Kirby Stadium

The Intercultural Center is located on the ground floor of Minta Martin Hall, next to the lounge.  Have you heard? The newly renovated Intercultural Center reopened last year, and we are excited to share the space with you! Join Intercultural Ambassadors and Affinity Groups to learn more about the Center and its amenities and to share great music, tea, and pastries.

10 a.m. to Noon
Minta Martin basement level

 Stop by McLain Atrium in the Toll Science Center to explore senior science research posters. Students will showcase their original projects, sharing innovative ideas, discoveries, and hands-on work from across the sciences. It’s a great opportunity to see their research in action and celebrate the creativity and dedication of Washington College’s students.

11 a.m. to Noon
McLain Atrium
Toll Science Center

Join fellow gamers and alumni for an Esports reunion filled with friendly competition, team spirit, and plenty of nostalgia. Reconnect with former teammates, relive your favorite matches, and celebrate the growth of esports at Washington College.

3 p.m.
Esports Room in Goldstein

 Celebrate the creation of our new campus pathway, built with bricks generously purchased by alumni, students, families, and friends. This special ceremony will honor the lasting connections of our community and feature a ribbon cutting led by recent graduates Miranda Parrish ’24 and Stephen Hook ’24, who return to campus to mark this new chapter in Washington College history.

3 to 4 p.m.
Brick Path running from Middle Hall to the Green

 Paddle into Homecoming Weekend with a guided kayak tour along the scenic Chester River! Explore the natural beauty that has inspired generations of Washington College students while enjoying a unique perspective of campus from the water. Whether you’re an experienced paddler or a first-timer, this outing offers a refreshing way to reconnect with the College, classmates, and the river that ties it all together.

9 to 11 a.m.
Leave from Hodson Boathouse

Join Dan Small, Associate Director of Natural Land Stewardship and bird expert on an early morning bird walk around Semans-Griswold Environmental Hall and Wilmer Park. Weather permitting.

7 to 8 a.m.
Leave from SG Hall

Semans-Griswold Environmental Hall (SGEH), is a Living Building Challenge structure and provides academic and lab spaces for the College’s growing environmental programs. Stop by and take a self-guided tour to learn more about the building intitivies and hear from staff members about current and upcoming projects. 

What sites are located around the Chester River? Find out on a scavenger hunt with the Center for Environment and Society! Board the research vessel, the Callinectes, for an unforgettable river adventure. Hear about the Center's work, learn about the surrounding land, and see if you can find all the items! Register early. Space is limited. $10 pp. Weather permitting.

Two one-hour cruises at 1 and 2 p.m.
Board at Chestertown Marina

MuSE: A Community Museum is hosted by the Center for Environment and Society, this public space in downtown Chestertown exhibits collaborations between students, faculty, staff, and the wider community. Stop by to see the current exhibit, 

8 a.m .to Noon
210 South Cross Street

Join the Starr Center for some Hands-On History as participants cut their own quills, make ink, and seal their own letters with wax, all using eighteenth-century methods and techniques. All materials are supplied and participants walk away with their own hand-carved quill. Suitable for participants ages 14 and older. 

10 a.m. to Noon
Custom House

Learn about Chestertown's dynamic African-American history with an architectural tour. Participants will join the Starr Center's Chesapeake Heartland community historians and learn about the rich cultural heritage of Chestertown, past and present. 

10 to 11:30 a.m.
Leaves from Custom House

Join us in Downtown Chestertown for an afternoon of gathering and reminiscing! Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres for $30 per person, and hear special remarks from President Bryan Matthews. Don’t miss this chance to reconnect with old friends and celebrate 25 years!

4 to 6 p.m. 
Watershed Alley
337 High Street

Join us for a special evening at Betty’s—newly renovated but forever cherished in our memories. Formerly known as O’Connor’s, this beloved spot has been a cornerstone for countless laughs, late nights, and shared stories. Now refreshed for a new chapter, it’s the perfect place to reconnect with fellow alumni, reminisce about old times, and celebrate the bonds that make our community so special.

8 p.m.
844 High Street