Congratulations on your 40th Reunion!
We are excited to welcome you home to College Hill to celebrate this milestone. Your reunion weekend will be full of festive events, fellowship, and the reliving of old memories while creating new ones. Check out all the ways that you will be celebrating and register your attendance (and any guests) now. Please note advance registration is required for some events. Limited tickets may be available during Homecoming weekend if event capacity allows.
Class of 1986 Reunion Events
Registration & Alumni Gift
Friday, Oct. 23 at 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / Saturday, Oct. 24 at 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Bartlett Hall, Room 101
On Homecoming weekend, stop by registration inside Bartlett Hall (new location!) to pick up your reunion nametag, weekend materials, and alumni gift. Enter Bartlett Hall on the ground level, and look for registration across from the Bookstore.
President’s Welcome Reception
Friday, Oct. 23 at 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Clayton Center for the Arts, Grand Foyer
Receive a warm welcome home while mingling with alumni of all generations. Enjoy MC Brew, thanks to the Fermentation Science program, along with wine options and heavy hors d’oeuvres as we kick off the Orange and Garnet weekend in style. This event will recognize and honor significant contributions to the College and serve as a reunion gathering for classes ending in 6 and 1. Plan to stay after the reception for the Founder’s Day Showcase (6:00 – 7:15 p.m.) featuring remarks from Dr. Bryan Coker and the presentation of the 2026 Alumni Awards.
Tickets are $20 per person until October 10, when the price increases to $25, and are available to purchase on the Homecoming Registration Form. A limited number of tickets may be available for purchase at Homecoming Registration or the event check in, if capacity allows.
Member of the President’s Circle, Isaac Anderson Society, and Society of 1819 receive complimentary tickets to the Welcome Reception in recognition of your generous support of Maryville College. Please find your special code to use at check out on your mailed invitation. Contact the Advancement or Alumni Offices with any questions or for assistance.
Founder’s Day Showcase
Friday, Oct. 23 at 6:00 – 7:15 p.m.
Clayton Center for the Arts, Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre
All members of the MC community are invited to the celebration of the College’s founding in 1819 as we also recognize the outstanding alumni and students among us. This free event is a celebration of the performing and visual arts at Maryville College. Enjoy a student Homecoming Gallery exhibition and performances by the MC Choir, Tartanband, Off Kilter, and more! In addition, Maryville College president Dr. Bryan Coker will deliver special remarks and the 2026 Alumni Awards will be presented to this year’s deserving honorees. This exciting program is not to be missed!
While there is no fee to attend, please reserve your seat when registering for Homecoming.
Class of 1986 Reunion Reception
Friday, Oct. 23 at 7:30 p.m.
Clayton Center for the Arts, Denso Gallery
Immediately following the Founder’s Day Showcase, gather with your classmates and fellow friends from your era for a casual reception in the Clayton Center for the Arts Denso Gallery, located adjacent to the Grand Foyer, to catch up over drinks and light snacks.
Alumni Brunch
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Clayton Center for the Arts, Grand Foyer
Start your Saturday on campus off right with a delicious full brunch and fellowship with your classmates and alumni from all decades! The Alumni Brunch will offer a hot buffet of brunch favorites and plenty of coffee from local favorite Vienna Coffee Company to fuel your Homecoming experience. This event is open and welcoming to all alumni. There will be reserved seating for the Class of 1986 to sit together.
Tickets are $20 per person until October 10, when the price increases to $25. A limited number of tickets may be available for purchase at Homecoming Registration or the event check in, if capacity allows.
Are you an MC alum and a veteran? The Office of Veteran and Military Services will be hosting veteran alumni at the Alumni Brunch event. Please contact Dr. Jim Getman to receive your complimentary code for registration. The Veteran’s Breakfast will take place in the Denso Gallery adjacent to the Clayton Center for the Arts Grand Foyer.
Class Photo
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 11:15 a.m.
Steps of Thaw Hall
Meet on the steps of Thaw Hall. This is a class picture taken by a professional photographer, PhotoPlay Studios. If you wish, you will have the opportunity to order an 8 x 10 copy that will be mailed to you for a nominal fee.
MC Homecoming Parade
Saturday, Oct. 24 at 12:00 p.m.
Circle Drive
Walk with your classmates in the annual Homecoming Parade around Circle Drive. Line up and photos at 11:45 a.m. at Anderson Hall.
Please contact the Alumni Office if you need accommodations to participate in the parade.
40th Reunion Gathering
Saturday, Oct. 24, at 5:00 p.m.
Peaceful Side Brewery
106 Everett Ave, Maryville, TN 37804
Enjoy the final celebration of your 40th reunion weekend at an informal gathering at local favorite Peaceful Side Brewery with classmates and any friends that would like to attend. With great food and drink options, it’s the perfect way to cap off the celebrations of your reunion weekend and a full day on campus. Dutch treat; RSVP not required but please indicate your attendance on the Homecoming Registration so appropriate space can be reserved.
Class of 1986 on the Alumni Directory
We are excited to launch a new communication space that allows for conversation, connection, and sharing all of life’s updates. Visit the Class of 1986 page on the MC Alumni Directory to connect now! In lieu of the traditional biosketch completed by alumni for reunions, please update your Alumni Directory profile at alumni.maryvillecollege.edu to share a brief bio, update your contact information, and update your career and education information. Be sure to set information as “public” that you would like shared with your classmates.
Please know the Alumni Directory is a safe, secure platform available only to alumni of the College. Your information is not available outside of the directory and we do not share alumni data. Login assistance can be found at this link.
