Old Gold Weekend
It's time to come home for Old Gold Weekend!
Old Gold Weekend began in 1907 and was revamped in 1919 to become DePauw's current version of homecoming. We invite our alumni and friends to return to campus on September 24-28, 2024.
This year, as part of the already scheduled activities happening on September 27-28, we are excited to host additional special events celebrating the historic launch of the Creative School and the 20th anniversary of the Women's Resource Center on September 24-26!
A working schedule of events is posted below. All events are listed in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Updated August 7, 2024.
Ready to come home to DePauw? Print off your campus map, and discover where to eat, play, and stay in Putnam County.
Registration for open events is not required to attend, but it does help us plan for how many guests to anticipate.
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OLD GOLD WEEKEND 2024 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
TUESDAY, september 24
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Need your coffee fix? Breadworks, open hours Starbucks, open hours Conveniently located inside Eli's bookstore. Mobile ordering available. |
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Food Favorites Close to Campus Hoover Dining Hall Marvin's The Fluttering Duck Want other dining options? Check out Where to Eat in Putnam County. |
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Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park. |
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Eli's Bookstore, open hours Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor and unique gift items. |
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Art Galleries Open for Exploration Explore all the current exhibitions featured in the Peeler Art Center Galleries. |
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Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Take a walk down memory lane and see what's new in the recently reopened Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center. Pick up a self-guided tour map at the front desk to guide your exploration. |
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Women's Center 20th Anniversary Panel & Reception Save the date to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Women's Resource Center! More details coming soon. |
Wednesday, September 25
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Need your coffee fix? Breadworks, open hours Starbucks, open hours Conveniently located inside Eli's bookstore. Mobile ordering available. |
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Food Favorites Close to Campus Marvin's Want other dining options? Check out Where to Eat in Putnam County. |
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Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park Surround yourself with the beauty of one of DePauw’s most beloved treasures - the DePauw Nature Park. Take in breathtaking views as you hike along trails that will take you up to the heights of the quarry, down along the creekside, or through the lush woodlands. View the Trail Guide for all hiking locations. The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park. |
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Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Take a walk down memory lane and see what's new in the recently reopened Roy O. West Library. Pick up a self-guided tour map at the front desk to guide your exploration. |
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Eli's Bookstore, open hours Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor and unique gift items. |
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Art Galleries Open for Exploration Explore all the current exhibitions featured in the Peeler Art Center Galleries. |
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Creative School Launch Program, Performances, & Reception Join us as we officially launch DePauw's Creative School! The Creative School at DePauw University is an innovative community dedicated to interdisciplinary collaboration and the exploration of creation, music, performance, and practice. This initiative unites musicians, artists, scholars, and innovators to push the boundaries of creativity and empower students to make a meaningful impact on contemporary culture through exploration and connection. Can't make it in person? Stream the program live on YouTube. |
Thursday, September 26
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Need your coffee fix? Breadworks, open hours Starbucks, open hours Conveniently located inside Eli's bookstore. Mobile ordering available. |
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Food Favorites Close to Campus Hoover Dining Hall Marvin's Want other dining options? Check out Where to Eat in Putnam County. |
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Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park Surround yourself with the beauty of one of DePauw’s most beloved treasures - the DePauw Nature Park. Take in breathtaking views as you hike along trails that will take you up to the heights of the quarry, down along the creekside, or through the lush woodlands. View the Trail Guide for all hiking locations. The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park. |
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Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Take a walk down memory lane and see what's new in the recently reopened Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center. Pick up a self-guided tour map at the front desk to guide your exploration. |
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Eli's Bookstore, open hours Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor and unique gift items. |
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Art Galleries Open for Exploration Explore all the current exhibitions featured in the Peeler Art Center Galleries. |
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Into the Woods DePauw Theatre and the Institute of Music present the fall musical production of Into the Woods! James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. Tickets - Free for students; $10 for adults |
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Jazz at the Duck Relax with fellow alumni, friends, and the Greencastle community as you enjoy the jazz stylings of Professor Steve Snyder. |
Friday, September 27
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Need your coffee fix? Breadworks, open hours Starbucks, open hours Conveniently located inside Eli's bookstore. Mobile ordering available. |
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Food Favorites Close to Campus Hoover Dining Hall Marvin's Want other dining options? Check out Where to Eat in Putnam County. |
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Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park Surround yourself with the beauty of one of DePauw’s most beloved treasures - the DePauw Nature Park. Take in breathtaking views as you hike along trails that will take you up to the heights of the quarry, down along the creekside, or through the lush woodlands. View the Trail Guide for all hiking locations. The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park. |
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Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Take a walk down memory lane and see what's new in the recently reopened Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center. Pick up a self-guided tour map at the front desk to guide your exploration. |
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Eli's Bookstore, open hours Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor and unique gift items. |
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Art Galleries Open for Exploration Explore all the current exhibitions featured in the Peeler Art Center Galleries. |
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Alumni Awards Luncheon The DePauw University Alumni Association is excited to celebrate the 2024 recipients of the Old Gold Goblet, Young Alumni Award and Alumni Citations. |
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Old Gold Weekend Concert, featuring SmallPools Campus Life is proud to present a special Old Gold Weekend concert! Student bands Castle Crows and Bould Watch will open for Los Angeles/Nashville-based indie rock band SmallPools. |
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Alumni Film Festival Join us for an exciting celebration of cinematic creativity at the DePauw University Alumni Film Festival! In conjunction with the the launch of the Creative School, this event showcases the diverse talents of our alumni filmmakers, featuring a range of genres and storytelling styles. |
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Into the Woods |
SATURDAY, september 28
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Need your coffee fix? Breadworks, open hours Starbucks, open hours Conveniently located inside Eli's bookstore. Mobile ordering available. |
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Food Favorites Close to Campus Marvin's Want other dining options? Check out Where to Eat in Putnam County. |
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Self-Guided Hiking at the DePauw Nature Park The Nature Park is open from sunrise to sunset, but hours may vary based on availability of staffing to open and close the gate. Transportation is not provided to or from the Nature Park. |
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Eli's Bookstore, open hours Stop by Eli's bookstore for all your DePauw swag needs! The bookstore features apparel, home décor and unique gift items. |
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Washington C. DePauw Societies Breakfast Honoring DePauw's leadership-level donors who ensure DePauw's mission -- developing leaders the world needs -- continues to thrive. By special invitation, advanced reservations required. |
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20th Anniversary of the DePauw Nature Park Join us as we commemorate the 20th anniversary of the DePauw University Nature Park (opened to the public in September 2004). Representatives from the university and the Greencastle community will speak briefly. Nature Park staff will be present to answer questions and suggest ways to explore the park. |
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Art Galleries Open for Exploration Explore all the current exhibitions featured in the Peeler Art Center Galleries. |
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Alumni Tiger Tailgate Stop by our tailgate tent to say hello to your Alumni Board and GOLD (Graduates of the Last Decade) Alumni Board and grab a special treat! |
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Football vs. Oberlin Cheer on Tiger Football to victory against Oberlin. |
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Self-Guided Exploration of Roy O. West Library and the Tenzer Technology Center Take a walk down memory lane and see what's new in the recently reopened Roy O. West Library and Tenzer Technology Center. Pick up a self-guided tour map at the front desk to guide your exploration. |
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Volleyball vs. Denison Cheer on Tiger Volleyball to victory against Denison. |
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Men's Soccer vs. Kalamazoo Cheer on your Men's Soccer team to victory against Kalamazoo. |
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Women's Soccer vs. Wilmington Cheer on your Women's Soccer team to victory against Wilmington. |
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Into the Woods DePauw Theatre and the Institute of Music present the fall musical production of Into the Woods! James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. |