Marietta College is celebrating Homecoming Week 2025 and preparing to crown this year’s royalty, with 20 standout Pioneers running for the titles of Homecoming King and Queen. Each candidate represents a portion of the Marietta College community, from student organizations and athletic teams to academic departments.
This year’s theme, “Marietta Serenade,” nods to a beloved tradition from Homecomings of the past. Marietta Serenade honors the College’s longstanding performing arts tradition while uniting generations of Pioneers who continue to define the College’s legacy.
Online voting is now open for students. Voting runs from 8 a.m., Monday, Oct. 13, through 5 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 16. To cast your vote, visit the 2025 Homecoming Candidate Voting form. The 2025 Homecoming Court features 15 queen nominees and five king nominees, each bringing their own leadership, energy, and dedication to campus.
In addition to embracing Pioneer spirit, Homecoming candidates have also embraced a spirit of giving through a philanthropic effort to collect pop tabs for the Ronald McDonald House, supporting families in need. This effort demonstrates the College’s enduring commitment to service and leadership.
Homecoming Week continues with a lineup of spirited campus events hosted by the Pioneer Activities Council. Students can enjoy a performance by the improv group, Free Daps on Tuesday at noon and Trivia in the evening. On Wednesday evening, Munchies on the Mall returns, allowing students to showcase their culinary skills. De-Stress with Dogs and a Cornhole Tournament take place Thursday, and Baby Blue Out Day is slated for Friday — all encouraging community involvement, connection, and Pioneer pride.
On Saturday, October 18, the winners will be crowned during halftime of the Pioneers’ football game against Muskingum College at Don Drumm Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. in the Ohio Athletic Conference matchup. The Pioneers are currently 3-2 overall and 2-2 in conference play.
2025 Homecoming Court
Queen Candidates:
Breanna Herrick ’25 (New Martinsville, WV) is majoring in Special & Elementary Education. This year, she is running on behalf of the Education Department. A song that represents her is It’s Time by Imagine Dragons.
Michaela Hieronymus ’26 (Mason, WV) is majoring in Educational Studies. This year, she is running on behalf of the Track and Field team. A song that represents her is Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield.
McKenna Hewitt ’26 (Daisytown, PA) is majoring in Land and Energy Management. This year, she is running on behalf the Marietta College Landman Association. A song that represents her is American Honey by Lady A.
Kelsey Bowman ’26 (Coshocton, OH) is majoring in Educational Studies. This year, she is running on behalf of the Women’s Soccer team. A song that represents her is Doot Doot (67) by Skrilla.
Hannah Shreves ’25 (Tyler County, WV) is majoring in Psychology. This year, she is running on behalf of Chi Omega. A song that represents her is Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield.
Ava Huebner ’25 (Rootstown, OH) is majoring in Strategic Communications: Advertising/PR. This year, she is running on behalf of Sigma Kappa. A song that represents her is All My Love by Noah Kahn.
Maggie Downard ’26 (Canal Fulton, OH) is majoring in Early Childhood/Special Education. This year, she is running on behalf of the Women’s Lacrosse Team. A song that represents her is Can’t Stop the Feeling by Justin Timberlake.
Evie Gravlin ’26 (Columbus, OH) is majoring in Broadcast Journalism. This year, she is running on behalf of the Women’s Golf team. A song that represents her is You Had to Be There by Megan Moroney.
Megan Hoover ’26 (Woodsfield, OH) is majoring in Health science. This year, she is running on behalf of the Alpha Xi Delta. A song that represents her is It’s My Life by Bon Jovi.
Alayna Francis ’26 (Irwin, PA) is majoring in Sports Medicine. This year, she is running on behalf of the Office of Student Connections and Outreach. A song that represents her is It’s My Life by Bon Jovi.
Maddi Barton ’26 (Shadyside, OH) is majoring in Communication Studies. This year, she is running on behalf of the Dyson Baudo Recreation Center. A song that represents her is Ribs by Lorde.
Kelsey Lones ’26 (Crooksville, OH) is majoring in Health Science. This year, she is running on behalf of Legacy Library. A song that represents her is Time of Our Lives by Tyrone Wells.
Shayna Allshouse ’26 (Cambridge, OH) is majoring in Health Science. This year, she is running on behalf of Student Government Association. A song that represents her is Unwritten by Natasha Bedingfield.
Camryn Campbell ’26 (Lexington, OH) is majoring in Marketing and Communication Studies. This year, she is running on behalf of the Softball team. A song that represents her is Life is A Highway by Tom Cochrane.
Jazlyn Ingold ’26 (Lexington, OH) is majoring in Studio Art. This year, she is running on behalf of the Cheerleading team. A song that represents her is You Had to Be There by Megan Moroney and Kenny Chesney.
King Candidates:
Connor Reed ’26 (Lewis Center, OH) is majoring in Finance. This year, he is running on behalf of Alpha Sigma Phi. A song that represents him is Let’s Groove by Earth, Wind, and Fire.
Brendon Thompson ’26 (Botkins, OH) is majoring in Theatre Tech and Design. This year, he is running on behalf of the Theatre Department. A song that represents him is Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles.
LeVante’ (LV) Hodges ’26 (Horn Lake, MI) is majoring in Sport Management. This year, he is running on behalf of Brother 2 Brother. A song that represents him is Monster by Key Glock.
Franko Rome ’26 (Cambridge, OH) is majoring in Health Science. This year, he is running on behalf of Alpha Tau Omega. A song that represents him is Vienna by Billy Joel.
Richard Svencer ’26 (St. Mary’s, WV) is majoring in Petroleum Engineering and Mathematics. This year, he is running on behalf of Delta Tau Delta. A song that represents him is Last Friday Night by Katy Perry.