Homecoming

COME HOME TO HLGU!

Homecoming 2026

Saturday, November 7

One day. One Trojan family. So many reasons to come home.

Homecoming is a special time to return to Hannibal-LaGrange University, reconnect with classmates and friends, cheer on the Trojans and celebrate the generations of alumni who make HLGU special.

Join us Saturday, November 7, for a full day of Homecoming traditions, Trojan basketball, the crowning of the Homecoming Court and an unforgettable evening at Booster Night featuring Keith & Kristyn Getty.

Whether you've been away for a year or many decades, we'd love to have you back on campus!

5K RUN/WALK FOR MISSIONS 8 am

Start your Homecoming celebration by running or walking for a purpose!

The Homecoming 5K Run/Walk for Missions gives participants an opportunity to enjoy campus and the surrounding community while supporting missions. Park in the Roland Fine Arts Center parking lot.

Register online HERE

 

TROJAN BASKETBALL

Mabee Sports Complex

12:00 p.m. — Lady Trojan Basketball
2:00 p.m. — Trojan Basketball

Come cheer on your Trojans!

Admission is FREE for HLGU alumni and friends, so bring your family and friends and fill the Mabee Sports Complex with Trojan spirit.

HOMECOMING COURT CROWNING

The Homecoming Court will be crowned during the basketball games. Come be part of this special HLGU tradition as we celebrate our Homecoming Court and recognize the students representing the Trojan family.

 

BOOSTER NIGHT FEATURING THE GETTYS

7:00 p.m. | Roland Fine Arts Center

Keep the Homecoming celebration going into the evening at HLGU's annual Booster Night, featuring internationally recognized hymn writers and performers Keith & Kristyn Getty.

The evening will bring together alumni, friends and supporters of HLGU for an evening of celebration and music.

THE EVENING INCLUDES:

Alumni Awards
Celebrate members of the HLGU family who have made a lasting impact.

Silent Auction
Browse a variety of items and support HLGU through the silent auction.

Dessert
Enjoy dessert and fellowship with fellow alumni and friends.

Keith & Kristyn Getty
Experience an inspiring performance from the Gettys, known for modern hymns including In Christ Alone.

GET YOUR TICKETS

Tickets for Booster Night are available online HERE

Contact Alumni Director Lauren Youse for more information. [email protected] or (573) 629-3126

Hannibal-LaGrange University Alumni Awards - Do you know an HLGU alum that fits the following criteria and needs to be recognized? Then nominate him or her for an alumni award!

Alumni Awards Criteria
How to nominate: Send your nominee’s name and a brief reason why they deserve the award to Alumni Director Lauren Youse at [email protected] or mail it to 2800 Palmyra Road, Hannibal, MO 63401.

Nominations should be made for a certain category of award. However, the selection committee has the right to transfer a nomination to a more appropriate category if deemed fit. Contact Lauren Youse if you have any questions.

2025 Alumni Award Winners:

Outstanding Service Award – Jim and Cheryl Rawlings

Outstanding Young Alumni - Chris Buckles '11

Distinguished Alumni Award – Travis Critten '99

 

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