Chipola College Celebrates Homecoming 2026

Chipola College recently held Homecoming 2026, coinciding with the nation’s 250th birthday, featuring the 4th Annual Chipola 5K Challenge, a Homecoming Tailgate, basketball games, and the presentation of the 2026 Homecoming Court.

Trinity White was crowned Homecoming Queen and Parker Smelcer was named Mr. Chipola. White, nominated by Chipola TRIO, is active in Show Choir, Theatre, and TRIO leadership, and plans to transfer to Florida State University to study Graphic Design with a minor in Journalism. Smelcer, nominated by the Student Government Association, serves as a Student Ambassador, is active in SGA and Turning Point USA, and plans to transfer to the University of Florida for Pharmacy.

The Homecoming Tailgate, hosted by the Student Government Association, the Homecoming Committee, and Marketing & Media, included live music, food trucks, games, and a celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Basketball games against Northwest Florida State featured a Veterans Recognition and concluded with the Homecoming Court presentation.

Chipola College congratulates all members of the Homecoming Court and thanks students, alumni, and community members for their participation. 

For more information, contact Kristi Hinson or the Homecoming Committee.