QU to Host Virtual Homecoming
Quincy University will host a virtual Homecoming September 20 – 27, with numerous virtual events planned for alumni. Festivities kick-off on Sunday, September 20, with a Music Department Showcase, featuring the talents of current QU students.
On Monday night, the university will host two online alumni colleges, featuring a lecture from David Costigan, Ph.D., emeritus professor of history, at 7 p.m. and a lecture from Jonathan Miles, Ph.D., associate professor of philosophy and Kimberly Hale, Ph.D., professor of biological sciences, at 8 p.m. Alumni will have the opportunity to take a virtual tour of the president’s house on Tuesday, at 7 p.m., followed by a live Q&A with President McGee. On Wednesday night, alumni can participate in a book discussion facilitated by Megan Boccardi Ph.D., associate professor of history. Alumni will test their knowledge of QU history at the Quincy College/University Trivia Night on Thursday, at 7 p.m.
On Friday at 7 p.m., alumni can join the president in a virtual cooking class, Cooking with Chartwells and President McGee, from the comfort of their kitchen, as well as a Virtual Wine Tasting with Verve Imports. The QU FUNd Run begins at 10 a.m. Saturday and the week-long celebration concludes with a virtual alumni mass in the chapel on Sunday, at 6 p.m.
The Art Alumni Exhibit, featuring works by alumna Veronica “Viki” (Peterson) Sandercock ’91 of Quincy, Ill. is available to view at https://www.quincy.edu/gray-gallery/, or in-person through October 9. An artist’s reception will be held Saturday, September 26, from 3 – 4:30 p.m. This exhibit is free and open to the public.
For a complete list of Homecoming activities or to sign up online, visit www.quincy.edu/homecoming. For more information, please contact Alumni Services at 217-228-5209 or qualumni@quincy.edu.
Founded in 1860 by Franciscan friars, Quincy University (www.quincy.edu) is celebrating 160 years as a Catholic, co-educational, liberal arts, residential university. Quincy University offers undergraduate, graduate, and adult education programs that integrate liberal arts, active learning, practical experience, and Franciscan values. Faculty and advisors work with each student to design a customized success plan to help them graduate on time, find their passion and prepare them for life. Quincy University’s intercollegiate sports are members of the NCAA Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference for men and women. For more information, please contact the Quincy University Office of Community Relations by calling (217) 228-5275. Quincy University. Success by Design.