homecoming
NOV. 6-8, 2025
Events
Homecoming Basketball Game
Thursday, November 6, 7 PM
Come out and support Lions Basketball in an exciting Homecoming kick-off game in our very own Sheaffer Gymnasium!
Memories Breakfast
Friday, November 7, 8 AM
Our wisest alums will reminisce upon their favorite memories from their time at SAGU, SAGC, and SBI over coffee and breakfast.
Homecoming Chapel
Speaker: Rev. Sam Rijfkogel
Friday, November 7, 10:15 AM
Join us for an inspiring Homecoming Alumni Chapel as we honor President Dr. Kermit Bridges for his 25th year of serving as our University President, and present our P.C. Nelson Awards for 2025.
Family Photos with Judah
Friday, November 7, 11:15 AM
Stop by for a fun photo with your whole crew and our beloved mascot, Judah the Lion! Our Marketing Team will be on-site capturing free family photos — perfect for a keepsake from your time at Nelson. Smiles, school spirit, and lion-sized hugs welcome!
Alumni & Students Lunch Party
Friday, November 7 at 11:30 AM
After chapel, go straight to the caf for our Alumni & Students Lunch Party! You’ll get to meet with students and alumni while enjoying a special menu for our Homecoming guests. Play along with our trivia contest to win prizes and learn about our rich history!
Sport Kids Camp
Friday, November 7 at 1:00 PM
Our Nelson Athletics will lead a sports kids camp for the children of our alums, as well as for the community! More details on which sport to come : )
Alumni Softball Game
Friday, November 7, 2 PM
Have fun with Alums of all ages at the Sports Complex for an afternoon of fun and friendly competition. The Nelson University Softball team are proud to host this event each year and welcome you to join us!
Nelson U Barbecue Affinity Reunions Barbecue Dinner
Friday, November 7, 6 PM, Social Hour Begins at 5 PM
We are excited to bring back the Affinity Reunion Barbecue dinner: Chi Alpha, SMA, Harvesters, each major, and classes of 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005, and 2015. This year our Emcee will be Comedian Dr. Dennis Swanberg. He will help present the Alumni Awards in a way you’ve never seen before. Also, we will be recognizing President Bridges on his 25th Anniversary as president.
Collinstock – Music and Talent
Friday, November 7, 7 PM
Each year on the lawn in front of Collins Hall, students get together for music, comedy and snacks. A make- shift stage is built. Couches and blankets adorn the grass. And students enjoy an evening under the Texas stars.
Lions Volleyball Game
Friday, November 7, 7 PM
The Lady Lions will celebrate senior night at this match- come out to honor our seniors and cheer on our Lady Lions!
Women’s Alliance of Nelson University (formerly SWA) Brunch
Saturday, November 2, 9 AM
It is always a joy for the women who attend Homecoming to spend time together during Homecoming weekend. Tea, brunch, a Word, encouragement, and fellowship is what ladies can expect from this event.
Counseling & Psychology Breakfast and Continuing Education Seminar
Saturday, November 2, 8 AM
Our Behavioral Sciences Department is having their second annual continuing education seminar. Special Speaker and content will be announced soon!
Pregame Tailgate Carnival & Entrepreneur Fair
Saturday, November 8, 1 PM
Join the pregame festivities at our Tailgate Carnival at Lumpkins Stadium. Support small business alums and students at our Entrepreneur Fair, hosted by Career Development. Eat goodies and play games hosted by our campus departments. There will be cotton candy, ballon animals, bouncy castles, and a dunking booth, just to name a few!
Women’s Volleyball
Saturday, November 8, 1 PM
Lady Lions take on another team at our Sheaffer Center Auditorium! Our Lady Lions are on a winning streak and having a very successful season.
Homecoming Football Game
Saturday, November 8, 4 PM
There is no better way to wrap up Homecoming week than a Fall afternoon of Nelson University football! Grab tickets for your family and we will see you there.
Schedule
Thursday Nov. 6
7:00 PM
Men’s Basketball
Sheaffer Center (Gym)*
Friday, Nov. 7th
8:00 AM
10:15 AM
11:15 AM
11:30 AM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
Memories Breakfast
Homecoming Chapel
Family Photos w/Judah
Alumni Lunch Party
Women’s Volleyball Game
Sport Kids Camp
Alumni Softball Game
Nelson U Barbecue & Affinity Reunions
Collinstock Music Festival
Women’s Volleyball
Theatre Production
Sheaffer Center (PDR)*
Sheaffer Center (Auditorium)
Sheaffer Center (Lobby)
Sheaffer Center (Caf)
Sheaffer Center (Gym)
Claxton Gym
Sports Venue (Softball Field)
Sheaffer Center (Auditorium)*
Front Lawn of Collins Hall
Sheaffer Center (Gym)
HCC (Black Box Theatre)
Saturday, Nov. 8th
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
1:00 PM
1:00 PM
4:00 PM
Couns/Psych Alumni Breakfast and Seminar
Women’s Alliance Brunch
Tailgate Party, Entrepreneur Fair
Women’s Volleyball
Homecoming Football Game
HCC 1050
Sycamore Place*
Lumpkins Stadium Parking Lot
Sheaffer Center (Gym)
Lumpkins Stadium*
*denotes ticketed event
Hotels
Best Western Plus Waxahachie Inn & Suites
1701 N Hwy 77
Waxahachie, TX 75165
972-938-1600
$87.99/night
*Mention: Nelson Homecoming
Holiday Inn
984 North US 287 Bypass
Waxahachie, TX 75165
972-938-3300
$109/night ($133.12 after taxes)
*Block Code: NUH (Nelson University Homecoming)
Hampton Inn
2010 Civic Center Ln
Waxahachie, TX 75165
972-923-0666
$115/night
*Mention: Nelson University Homecoming