Homecoming 2025
Come early, cheer loud, and enjoy good times in the Enchanted Valley with the Mountain Lions.
Welcome Home, Mountain Lions!
Homecoming at Young Harris College is more than a tradition- it’s a celebration of community, pride, and connection. Whether you’re an alum returning to the Enchanted Valley, a student enjoying YHC Homecoming, or a friend of the College, the weekend is filled with opportunities to reconnect, make memories, and show your Mountain Lion spirit.
Homecoming Day Schedule
Saturday, November 15
$10 Homecoming registration includes food, beverages, and all the day’s festivities.
12:30 PM – 1:45 PM
Presidential Wall of Honor Reception
Located near Admissions Balcony
Join us as we celebrate this year’s honorees with light refreshments and good company.
- Charcuterie
- Refreshments
2:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Alumni & Student Social
Located in front of Enotah – come mix, mingle, and enjoy:
- Live music
- Fun giveaways & door prizes courtesy of Alumni Engagement
- Chili Station & Hot Dog Station, boiled peanuts, apple cider, apple pies
- Seniors get two free alcoholic drinks courtesy of the Office of Alumni Engagement and a special Young Harris College wine glass & koozie
- The spirit tent with special YHC spirit gear and face paint
- Lawn games, axe throwing, 360 camera
5:00 PM
Homecoming Game: YHC vs. UNG
Join us in cheering on the Mountain Lions during this exciting Homecoming matchup.
- Alumni attending will have special access to the Mountain Lion Club VIP area throughout the game.
Halftime
Homecoming Court Recognition
Celebrate the 2025 Homecoming Court as they are recognized on the field during halftime.
Game break
Recognize Presidential Wall of Honor Recipients
Post-Game Hangout
Location: Young Harris Wing House
Show your student ID or game ticket for a special YHC discount.
Rock out to live music by Tyler Grimsley
Student Homecoming Week Festivities
11/10 – Anything but a Bookbag Day – Faculty and Staff Chili Cook off (11 a.m – 2 p.m.)
11/11 – Decades Day – Bowling (6 – 10 p.m.) extra yearbooks
11/12 – Class Color Day – Capture the Flag (6 – 7:30 p.m.)
11/13 – Pajama Day – Just Dance Tournament (7 – 9 p.m.)
11/14 – Spirit Day – Bonfire (9 p.m.)
11/15 – Homecoming Day
