Saturday Centennial Events

Golden Panthers Check In

7:30 am Virginia Room, Franklin Hall

Pick up packets and day schedule.

Golden Panthers Annual Fall Meeting

Induction of the Class of 1963

8:00 am - 9:30 am · Panthers Den, Franklin Hall

Continental Breakfast served.

If you graduated 50+ years ago - you are a Golden Panther! All members are invited to attend.

Welcome the Class of 1963 to the group, learn about ongoing Golden Panther events, and get the news from the Golden Panther President, Ed States ’57! Meet the Golden Panther scholarship student and hear more about your generous fund from George Seals, Director of Planned and Principal Gifts.

Registration and Check-in for Ferrum College 5K Panther Scamper

8:00 am - 8:45 am · Outside Franklin Hall

Look for signs and registration table at Franklin Hall.  Race begins at 9:00 am in the parking lot adjacent to Franklin Hall.  Refreshments provided. 

Post race prizes and music.  All proceeds will benefit the Saint James United Methodist Church Food Bank and Relay for Life.

Ferrum College Bookstore Open

9:00 am ·  5:30 pm

10:00 am - 4:00 pm · Blue Ridge Institute & Museum

Tour the newly renovated museum and view the great exhibits on display.

Induction of 2013 Award Winners

10:00 am - 11:30 pm · Bud Skeens Alumni Center, Blue Ridge Mountain Room, Franklin Hall

Reservations required by September 23rd .  We have a 200 seat maximum capacity for this event.  Please RSVP early to guarantee your place.

Greek Alumni Reunion

11:30 am  · Bassett Field

When was the last time you visited with your Ferrum brothers and sisters? Join all Greek alumni at the tent on Bassett field – you may be the one to claim a special prize. We look forward to seeing you there!

Centennial Celebration Tailgate

11:30 am -  2:00 pm · Bassett Field

Everyone is welcome! Mingle before the football game - Join old friends and new at the special tailgating location between Bassett Hall and Swartz Gym. We will celebrate our special reunions in this locations with a tent and area just for you. Space is FREE- Lunch is provided $5 a person, kids eat FREE! YOU MUST HAVE A TAILGATE PARKING PASS! Contact the Alumni office to get yours!

12:00 - 2:00 pm  · E. Taylor Greer Gallery, Stanley Library

The Ferrum Campus has exemplary artwork on exhibit! Stop by the Gallery to see the latest works from alumni of the College called "Inquire Within" -- and tour the newly renovated Library!

2:00 pm  · Adams Field

Cheer on the Panthers as they take on Greensboro College in this year’s Homecoming match up.

Handicapped and Panther football parents parking is available behind the stadium. All parking for the Centennial Celebration Tailgate is on Bassett Field. YOU MUST HAVE A PARKING PASS! For passes and for information on parking please contact the Alumni Office (540-365-4214).