Top Eagle: Homecoming & Family Weekend 2025

Top Eagle is the theme as we gather to celebrate WBU Homecoming & Family Weekend 2025! There is something for everyone: alumni, students, prospective students, families and friends.

Homecoming at Williams is about coming back to the people and the place that helped shape you.

From the bonfire on Friday night to Saturday’s games, music, and reunions, to Sunday morning worship, it’s a weekend packed with good memories and even better company.

You’ll see old friends, meet new ones, cheer on the Eagles, and be reminded why Williams still feels like home.

If you earned an Education degree from WBU, join us for a special Homecoming reunion to reconnect with fellow educators and celebrate the legacy of teaching at Williams.

Friday, October 31

Homecoming Bonfire |  8:30 PM at the Pavilion

Saturday, November 1

Breakfast with the President
8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Cafeteria

Continental breakfast, $5 admission for alumni/families


Fine Arts Showcase
10 a.m.
Manley Chapel

Enjoy performances from WBU’s talented music ensembles and The Cast. 


Lunch in the Cafeteria
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 

Cost is $8.48 for alumni and families

Eagle Grill will be OPEN
12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 


Lawn Games & Loaded Teas 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Midkiff Meadow
Tea on Main will be making loaded teas for purchase on site.
 

Education Reunion Luncheon
Event Begins at 11:30 a.m.  (Sign in begins at 11am)
Location Mabee-Gwinup Cafeteria 

Reconnect with classmates and faculty from the education program over lunch. RSVP here. 


Alumni Gatherings

Prefer catching up with friends instead of attending other events? Following the Musical Showcase, Manley Chapel will remain open throughout the afternoon as a welcoming space for alumni to gather, mingle, and reconnect.


Women’s Basketball Game
1 p.m.
Southerland-Mabee Center

$5 adults | $3 kids | Cash & Card Accepted

Cheer on the Lady Eagles as they take the court against University of the Ozarks. 


Recognition Events
Southerland-Mabee Center

  • Halftime (Women’s Game): Announce Education Graduates by Decade

  • Between Games: Recognize WBU Homecoming Court and crowning of Homecoming King & Queen


Men’s Basketball Game
3 p.m.
Southerland-Mabee Center

$5 adults | $3 kids | Cash & Card Accepted

Watch the Eagles take on their Homecoming opponent Hendrix College. 


Recognition of Women’s Basketball Rings
Halftime of Men’s Game
Southerland-Mabee Center

Celebrate the accomplishments of the Lady Eagles with a special ring recognition ceremony.


Homecoming Dance
7 p.m.
Eagle Grill

Close out Homecoming 2025 with a night of music, friends, and celebration!

Sunday, November 2

Chapel Service
10 a.m.
Manley Chapel

Dr. Stan Norman will be preaching. 


 

Lunch in the Caf
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

$8.48 for alumni & families

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Williams Corner Christmas Open House

1:00-5:00 PM.

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