April 22—25, 2026

Wednesday, April 22

History of the Student Brotherhood
10 am – 5 pm | Esther Thomas Atkinson Museum
Explore the Atkinson Museum exhibition, The Hampden-Sydney Student Brotherhood: Trends and Traditions. Revisit 250 years of student trends and traditions at Hampden-Sydney, from food and attire, to heroism on the athletic and battle fields.

Campus Store Open
9 am – 4 pm
Peruse our Hampden-Sydney College branded items!

The Art of Hospitality
4 pm | Schoellkopf Family & Friends Lounge
Engage with our alumni food and beverage panelists Walter Bundy ’90, Alex Harrell ’97, and Michael Lennox ’07 as they break down how their liberal arts background fueled their success in the hospitality scene.
Moderated by Scott Crawford, director of the Ferguson Career Center

An Evening with the College’s Music Instrumental Ensemble
5:30 – 6:30 pm | Tiger Inn
An evening of musical selections from the Music Instrumental Ensemble, directed by Dr. Charles Kinzer

Brunch and Brotherhood at Dinner
5 – 7:30 pm | Pannill Commons
Join the Brotherhood for dinner at Pannill Commons featuring a special “through-the-line” menu. The night’s offerings are inspired by the signature dishes from the menus of Big Bad Breakfast (John Currence ’87), The Gloriette (Alex Harrell ’97), Shagbark (Walter Bundy ’90), and Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall (Michael Lennox ’07).
Pay as you go, $15.00 per person

Bourbon, Big Bad Breakfast, and Brotherhood
7 pm | Schoellkopf Family & Friends Lounge
Enjoy an engaging discussion with Charles Garrison ’89 and John Currence ’87 about their shared experiences, the spirit of brotherhood, and the stories behind great food and fine bourbon—a blend of camaraderie, tradition, and hospitality.
Moderated by Justin McGregor, vice president for marketing, communication, and information services

Thursday, April 23

History of the Student Brotherhood
10 am – 5 pm | Esther Thomas Atkinson Museum
Atkinson Museum presents The Hampden-Sydney Student Brotherhood: Trends and Traditions.

Campus Store Open
10 am – 6 pm
Peruse our Hampden-Sydney College branded items!

Phun with Physics
2:30 pm | Pauley Science Center
Join Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stan Cheyne for a fascinating display of physics in action, concluding with a look at our planetarium.

Faculty Retirement Reception
4 pm | Pauley Science Center
Join the community in honoring Drs. Herb Sipe, Dirk Johnson, Renee Severin, and Claire Deal and their years of dedicated service, forming good men and good citizens in an atmosphere of sound learning.

Bourbon, Bacon, and Brotherhood Dinner
6 pm | Tickets required
This once-in-our-lifetime ticketed event brings together some of the South’s most respected culinary and hospitality voices, including John Currence ’87 of Big Bad Breakfast, Walter Bundy ’90 of Shagbark, Alex Harrell ’97 of The Gloriette, and Michael Lennox ’07 of Electric Hospitality, in collaboration with Garrison Brothers Bourbon co-founder Charles Garrison ’89. Rather than a traditional tasting, the evening’s menu has been intentionally designed to incorporate Garrison Brothers Small Batch Bourbon into each course.
Purchase a ticket

Friday, April 24

Wilson Trail
8 am – 4 pm
Our stunning three-mile trail provides the perfect opportunity to step outside and take in the beautiful sights of Hampden-Sydney.

History of the Student Brotherhood
10 am – 5 pm | Esther Thomas Atkinson Museum
Atkinson Museum presents The Hampden-Sydney Student Brotherhood: Trends and Traditions.

Campus Store Open
10 am – 6 pm
Peruse our Hampden-Sydney College branded items!

The Art of Leadership
10:30 am | Schoellkopf Family & Friends Lounge
Hear from Hugo Rodriguez Jr. ’88, James C. Wheat Jr. chair in leadership and former U.S. ambassador to Nicaragua, and Dwayne Bowyer ’92, associate dean of students for student conduct and character and director of Greek life and retired U.S. Army colonel.

The Art of Engagement: Cultivating Creativity
2:30 pm | Brinkley Hall
Join our art symposium with Ray Kleinlein, Elliott assistant professor of fine arts.

Rhetoric Program: Open House
2:30 – 4:30 pm  |  Pannill Commons
Learn more about our renowned rhetoric program from our great professors.

History of the Student Brotherhood Opening Reception
2:30 pm | Esther Thomas Atkinson Museum
Join the authors of six booklets commemorating the 250th anniversary at the Atkinson Museum’s opening reception celebrating the exhibit The Hampden-Sydney Student Brotherhood: Trends and Traditions. Revisit 250 years of student trends and traditions at Hampden-Sydney, from food and attire, to heroism on the athletic and battle fields.
Guided history tours of campus will depart at 2:45 and 3 pm.

Student Research Reception
3 pm | Pauley Science Center
Meet STEM research students and discover the exciting projects they are pursuing. Enjoy the opportunity to learn about their work firsthand, ask questions, and engage with the innovative ideas shaping their academic experiences.

History of the Sciences
4 pm | Pauley Science Center
A symposium honoring the rich history of the sciences at Hampden-Sydney

Evening Parking Opens
5:30 pm | location(s) weather dependent
Come grab your spot and get ready for a memorable evening of entertainment!

Food Trucks and Live Music
6 pm | near Kirby Field House
Kickstart your evening with delicious food, refreshing beverages, and live music as we prepare to celebrate! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and families and enjoy music provided by student bands. BYOB if you would like.

The Fife and Drums of York Town & Fireworks
8 pm | near Kirby Field House
Set the tone for Celebrating 250 Years of Class and Tradition concluding with fireworks and live music.

Main Concert
8:30 pm | near Kirby Field House
Enjoy a live band as we celebrate 250 years of Hampden-Sydney College and the completion of the It’s Time, Good Men campaign!

Saturday, April 25

Remembering Thomas H. Shomo ’69: A Gentleman in All Times and at All Places
11 am | Bortz Library
Join the community as we honor the life and generous spirit of a true Hampden-Sydney gentleman. The author of To Manner Born, To Manners Bred: A Hip-Pocket Guide to Etiquette for the Hampden-Sydney Man, Tommy devoted more than 50 years to the betterment of the College and the Brotherhood.

Baseball vs. Bridgewater
Noon | Ty Cobb Ballpark
Cheer on the Tigers as they face the Eagles in a doubleheader!