Bible Study
2025-09-22 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-15 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Maryville College, Maryville, 37804, United States

Dr. Carl Gombert Art Exhibit
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-26, 2025-09-15 - 2025-09-19 | CCA – Blackberry Farm Gallery and William “Ed” Harmon Galleries
Now professor emeritus, Dr. Carl Gombert returns to Maryville College with a new September art gallery exhibit Aug. 26 – Sept. 26, 2025. Open weekdays 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m..
When beloved Maryville College Art Professor Dr. Carl Gombert announced his retirement in the spring of 2024, a collective wail of lamentation could be heard ringing out over College Hill.
As it turns out, Scots nation needn’t have fretted. Gombert, now sporting the title professor emeritus, taught a course per semester during the 2024-25 academic year, audited an additional course each semester, and turned up for numerous theatrical productions, athletic events and other activities that made it feel as if he hadn’t left at all.
I always had a lot of freedom at the College, so (retirement) doesn’t seem all that different,” Gombert said. “Maybe less hectic at times, but I am still looking forward to sitting in on classes and attending music, theater, and sporting events.”
Now, starting Aug. 29, he’s bringing a collection of works to the Blackberry Farm and William “Ed” Harmon galleries of the Clayton Center for the Arts as one of the inaugural exhibits of the 2025-26 academic year. He’s still the same resident “weird, old dude lurking about,” as he self-deprecatingly described himself in announcing his retirement — just not in a creepy way. And certainly not in a non-productive way.
“I also had the opportunity to teach a week-long residential class at Arrowmont (School of Arts and Crafts in Gatlinburg, Tennessee), and I did a big mural for the Knoxville Museum of Art,” he said. “I also have done some traveling, and I am reading more than ever, including proofreading for friends with works in progress. I am playing in three different bands, painting a lot, writing a bit, and so on. I also do a lot of farting around.”
A native of Ohio, Gombert paid for art lessons as a child by delivering newspapers, eventually earning a bachelor’s in drawing from the University of Akron, a master’s in painting from Kent State University, and a Ph.D. in interdisciplinary fine arts at Texas Tech University. He taught at Maryville College for 31 years before retirement, but like so many successful academics who are considered Scots even though they hold no degree from MC, his influence reached far beyond the classroom.
From sitting in with the Maryville College Pep Band to volunteering to help Biology Professor Dr. Drew Crain pick apples from the Maryville College orchards (which he did last week), Gombert was and remains an active member of the MC community. Returning to campus to show some off the works he’s created in retirement, along with a few older pieces, is a nice way of reconnecting with that community.
The exhibit opens Aug. 29, and normal gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, with extended hours during Clayton Center evening events. “Retro Spectacles” runs through Friday, Sept. 26, when a closing reception will take place from 6-8 p.m. The receptions, he added, are always a pleasant time to “meet some of the new students, see friends and colleagues, and eat Peanut M&Ms.”
“One new piece called ‘Farush Dreams of Freedom,’ is a return to the kinds of big hyper-realist heads I was doing years ago, and I have included it with a few others,” he said, adding that he’ll most likely title the exhibit “Retro Spectacles. “I also am doing a lot of drawing from life these days, so I am intending to show a variety of things done from direct observation of live models over the years. I am also thinking about juxtaposing a bunch of smaller quilt-like paintings into a large multi-piece installation on one of the gallery walls.”
“It’s good to get the work out of the studio and to see it in a gallery and to have a chance to see how people react, although this often becomes an opportunity to learn what isn’t good about the piece and what needs to be done to make the piece stronger,” he said.

Women's Soccer
2025-09-21 17:00 - 19:00 | MC Soccer Complex
Maryville College Women’s Soccer vs Piedmont
Streaming Video: https://team1sports.com/maryvillescots/?B=2508810

Trillium Recital
2025-09-21 15:00 - 17:00 | CCA – Harold and Jean Lambert Recital Hall, 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN, United States
The Maryville College Fine Arts Division invites you to join us for an evening of live music that celebrates the talent and creativity of our campus and community. This free event will showcase performances by Maryville College students alongside community musicians, offering a diverse program filled with Scots artistry and talent.
Whether you’re a longtime supporter of the arts or simply looking for an inspiring night out, we welcome you to be part of this special gathering. Come enjoy the sounds of Maryville College and experience the power of music to bring people together. If you are interested in studying music at Maryville College, please learn more by visiting our website.

Women's Golf
2025-09-20 - 2025-09-21
Maryville College Women’s Golf at Montgomery Women’s Intercollegiate – Montgomery Country Club

Women's Volleyball
2025-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Lexington, KY
Maryville College Women’s Volleyball vs Muskingum

Women's Volleyball
2025-09-19 14:30 - 16:30 | Lexington, KY
Maryville College Women’s Volleyball vs Pomona Pitzer

Free Food & Fellowship
2025-09-19 10:00 - 12:30 | Broadway United Methodist Church (309 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804, United States)
Salvation Army
Sign up BEFORE: https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=974643

One Night in Memphis: #1 Tribute to Presley, Perkins, Lewis & Cash
2025-09-18 19:30 - 21:30 | CCA – Ronald and Lynda Nutt Theatre, 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN, United States
“One Night in Memphis” honors a night in rock and roll history that still lives on today. On December 4th, 1956, Carl Perkins, along with his brothers Clayton and Jay booked a recording session at Sam Phillips Sun Records studio in Memphis, TN. Carl was to record an old blues song called, “Matchbox” that the Beatles were to cover as well years later. On the session along with Carl was one of Sam Phillips latest acquisitions to his stable of acts, a young and cocky piano player from Ferriday, Louisiana by the name of Jerry Lee Lewis. Not too long after they got a satisfactory take, Elvis Presley dropped by (a big star already) and listened in. Johnny Cash dropped by as well. A jam session then ensued and the engineer that day, Jack Clement kept the tape rolling without the knowledge of anyone.
The jam session went on for quite a while and at some point during the session Sam Phillips called the Memphis Press Scimitar newspaper and they came by towards the end and shot some photos of it. An Article appeared the next day about the memorable occasion under the headline of “Million Dollar Quartet.” What survives today is a recording of an event that is a momentous eavesdropping on American recording artist icons in their prime; Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash all having the time of their life singing country, gospel and rock and roll songs. It’s a fascinating glimpse of rock and roll in its infancy and shows what these legends all shared in common; growing up in the south and singing gospel music in church. You can also hear a camaraderie between major music stars in their prime, something that is rare in today’s music business.
“One Night in Memphis” was created in 2012 by John Mueller, well known for his long running and successful “Winter Dance Party, tribute to Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper.”
For more info, visit www.onenightinmemphis.com

Welcome Table
2025-09-18 16:30 - 18:30 | New Providence Presbyterian Church

Jam Session
2025-09-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Maryville College, Maryville, 37804, United States

SGA
2025-09-18 12:30 - 13:00 | Thaw Hall 216
Open weekly for all students and employees

Habit Dogs
2025-09-18 12:00 - 12:45 | Pearsons Hall

Scottie Scavenger Hunt
2025-09-18 - 2025-10-11 | Downtown Maryville, Tennessee, 200 E. Broadway, Maryville, 37804, United States
It’s time to Spot the Scottie throughout Downtown Maryville!
In honor of Maryville College’s Homecoming weekend & in partnership with the Downtown Maryville Alliance, local kids, families, community members, and MC students are invited to join the fun.
Beginning Thursday, September 18 through Saturday, October 11, pick up your game card at our partner locations (listed below) and Spot the Scottie at 4 participating locations listed on the game card, earning a paw print stamp at each location. Turn in your completed card at a partner location to get a prize, learn more about Maryville College Homecoming weekend, and sign up to join our Little Scotties Kids Area at SCOT-LAND on Saturday, October 11, from 10 am – 1 pm. All completed entries will also be entered in a raffle for fun Maryville College themed prizes.
Pick up/Drop off Locations:

Vienna Coffee at Maryville College (Clayton Center for the Arts, Building B)
J. Danforth Mercantile (123 W. Broadway Ave.)
Neighborly Books (106 E. Broadway Ave.)

Printable game card

MC3 Band Rehearsal
2025-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | CCA – Massey Family Rehearsal Hall
The Maryville College Community Band is led by Jay Romines and will have weekly rehearsals on Wednesdays from 7:00 pm—9:00 pm in the Clayton Center for the Arts’ Massey Family Rehearsal Hall.
For more information about joining the MC3 Band, visit: https://www.maryvillecollege.edu/academics/divisions/fine-arts/mc3band/

Camp - 4
2025-09-17 16:00 - 18:30
Open tower, music, and fun at Crawford House

Men's Tennis
2025-09-17 15:00 - 18:00 | MC Tennis Courts
Maryville College Men’s Tennis vs Johnson – Exhibition Match

World Cup Coffee
2025-09-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Center for Campus Ministry (CCM)

Welcome Table
2025-09-16 16:30 - 18:30 | 1st United Methodist Church (804 Montvale Station Rd, Maryville, TN 37803, United States)

Chapel
2025-09-16 13:15 - 13:50 | Center for Campus Ministry (CCM)
Speaker: Pastor Trey Ferguson, author of the book “Theologizin’ Bigger”

Women's Volleyball
2025-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Cooper Athletic Center
Maryville College Women’s Volleyball vs Berea
Streaming Video: Watch

Men's Soccer
2025-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 | MC Soccer Complex, 729 Howee Ave, Maryville, TN, 37804, United States
Maryville College Men’s Soccer vs LeTourneau
Streaming Video: https://berryvikings.com/watch/?Live=739&type=Live

Football
2025-09-13 14:00 - 17:00
Maryville College Football at Ohio Wesleyan
Streaming Video: https://www.northcoastnetwork.com/?B=2480767

Women's Volleyball
2025-09-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Cooper Athletic Center
Maryville College Women’s Volleyball vs Warren Wilson
Streaming Video: Watch

Women's Soccer
2025-09-13 13:00 - 15:00 | MC Soccer Complex
Maryville College Women’s Soccer vs Lynchburg
Streaming Video: https://team1sports.com/maryvillescots/?B=2508809

Men's XC
2025-09-13 10:45 - 13:45
Maryville College Men’s Cross Country at Mike and Mary Johnson Classic

Women's XC
2025-09-13 10:00 - 13:00 | Berea, KY
Maryville College Women’s Cross Country at Mike and Mary Johnson Classic
