Homecoming 2025
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Friday, October 17
Feed the Bear Can-Art Stacking Contest
5:30 p.m., Nancy Jean Stump Seiger ’54 Multipurpose Room, MSU
Let your creativity shine for a cause! Join us for the Can-Art Stacking Contest, a spirited challenge where teams construct imaginative sculptures from canned goods to support the Bear Essentials Food Pantry. Hosted by the Office of Student Involvement and the KU Foundation, this exciting event blends teamwork, artistry, and community impact—with a $500 first prize on the line! Plan to arrive at at 5:30 p.m. Sculpting starts promptly at 6 p.m., with judging after 8 p.m. on Friday, October 17. Team registration is required, and participation is free. Let’s build for a better tomorrow—together!
Saturday, October 18
Women’s Lacrosse Alumni Game
8:30 a.m., Keystone Field
Lace up and hit the field! Reconnect with teammates and relive the glory days at the Women’s Lacrosse Alumni Game. After the final whistle, enjoy complimentary breakfast refreshments in the Nancy Jean Stump Seiger ’54 Multipurpose Room of the McFarland Student Union. The event is free to attend, but registration is required. Afterward, continue the Homecoming spirit at the DMZ with food, fun, and Golden Bear pride!
Judy Lawes Hall of Fame Celebration Breakfast
Breakfast – 9:00 a.m., MSU 250
Home Run Derby – 10:00 a.m., Softball Field
Help us honor a KU legend! Celebrate Coach Judy Lawes’ induction into the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Hall of Fame, Class of 2025. Join fellow alumni and fans for a morning of recognition and fun! The celebration begins with light breakfast refreshments before heading to the softball field at for the 2025 Homecoming Home Run Derby with Coach Lawes herself. This complimentary event requires registration—come cheer on one of KU’s finest!
Golden Bear Breakfast Buffet Breakfast
9:00 a.m., – 11:30 a.m., Nancy Jean Stump Seiger ’54 Multipurpose Room, MSU
Kick off your Homecoming morning with great company, a hearty meal—and a very special celebration! Join us as we celebrate Avalanche’s 20th birthday at the Golden Bear Breakfast Buffet, Saturday from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the McFarland Student Union’s Nancy Jean Stump Seiger ’54 Multipurpose Room. Enjoy a delicious breakfast spread, reconnect with alumni of all ages, and toast milestone reunions with a complimentary mimosa ticket for class years ending in 5 or 0. Don’t miss the Can-Art Contest results, a fun 360-photo booth, and an impressive KU history display presented by Jason Graver ’92, ’18, and his wife Karin ’92. Admission is complimentary, but registration is required.
Kutztown Strand: Morning Walk Down Memory Lane
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Strand Theatre, 32 N Whiteoak St.
Step back in time with a special cinematic celebration at The Strand Theatre! Sip coffee, enjoy fresh pastries, and experience KU history on the big screen with vintage film clips and photos. Reconnect with friends, tour the theater, and learn about its exciting renovations. Admission is free—registration is appreciated!
Student Government Board Reunion
9:30 a.m., MSU 322
Join us for a special Student Government Board Reunion during Homecoming weekend. Pick up breakfast from the Golden Bear Buffet downstairs and then reconnect with fellow leaders, reminisce about your time in student government, and see how SGB continues to shape campus life today. With SGB’s 100th anniversary coming up in 2026, now’s the perfect time to gather and start planning how we’ll celebrate this incredible milestone. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the legacy!
Honors Program Reunion
9:30 a.m., MSU 323
Honors alumni, we’re saving you a seat! Reunite with Dr. Andrew Vogel and your fellow scholars. Start your morning with a continental breakfast in the Nancy Jean Stump Seiger ’54 Multipurpose Room before reminiscing upstairs about your KU experience. This event is complimentary but registration is required—we can’t wait to welcome you back!
KUPA Alumni Reunion
10:00 a.m., MSU Room 312
Presidential Ambassadors past and present, this is your time to connect! Pick up breakfast from the Golden Bear Buffet downstairs and join us to share memories and insights from your time representing KUPA. Free to attend, but registration is required—we can’t wait to see you again!
College of Business 40th Anniversary Celebration
10:00 a.m., Tent outside deFrancesco Building
Cheers to 40 years of excellence! Celebrate the College of Business’ milestone anniversary! Enjoy giveaways, updates from the College, and a toast to future success. This is a can’t-miss event for business alumni—registration is required!
Black Alumni Reunion
11:00 a.m., Lot E-2
Calling all Black alumni! Join us at Homecoming 2025 to celebrate our shared heritage, achievements, and community. Connect with old friends and make new acquaintances while reflecting on our collective experiences and contributions. This event is a chance to honor our legacy, celebrate our successes, and inspire future generations.
This group will gather in Lot E-2, closest to the Rec Center Building, to celebrate with food and music. This event begins at 12 pm, and registration is appreciated. For more information, please phone 610-683-4110. If you would like to assist with the event, please contact Eric Hill at venicoent@gmail.com.
Greek Life Alumni Reunions
11:00 a.m., Tailgate Village
Brothers and sisters, it’s time to reunite! Celebrate the bonds of Greek life with your fraternity and sorority family. This group will be located in “Tailgate Village” with a designated tailgating space. Reconnect, reminisce, and relive the spirit of your letters. Free to attend—registration is required. Show your Greek pride and make this reunion unforgettable!
Class of 1995-ish Reunion
11:00 a.m., Tailgate Village
Can you believe it’s been (about) 30 years?!?! Let’s get the mid-90s band back together and introduce our current families to our college families! Reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the KU journey with light refreshments, good conversation, and plenty of Homecoming spirit! Please register so we can plan an appropriate amount of food and beverages! This group will be located in “Tailgate Village” with a designated tailgating space. We can’t wait to see you back at KU! For more information, email: KUclassof95@gmail.com.
Visual Impairment Program Alumni Reunion
11:30 a.m., Beekey Education Center, Room 113 (Vision Room)
Reconnect with fellow alumni, catch up with program director Dr. Nicole Johnson ‘05, and discover what’s new and exciting in the Visual Impairment Program since your graduation. Whether it’s been years or just a few semesters, we’d love to welcome you back and hear about your journey. This event is free, but registration is required.
Women’s Center & LGBTQ+ Resource Center Reunion
12:00 p.m., Boxwood House
Calling all alumni who have been involved with the Centers and the affiliated Clubs (FMLA, Allies, It’s On Us): join us for light refreshments and great conversation in our homey setting. Reconnect with fellow alumni, meet current students and staff, and see how our vibrant community continues to grow. Whether you were a regular at Boxwood House, or the Centers in Old Main, or connected with us through programs and advocacy, we’d love to welcome you back. Come share memories, enjoy refreshments, and celebrate the legacy of inclusion and empowerment.
DMZ Events
Bear Tent
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., DMZ
Raise a glass to Homecoming! The Bear Tent is your go-to spot to relax, mingle, and enjoy KU spirit. Guests 21+ will enjoy a hot dog bar, soft pretzels, and a selection of drinks—beer from alum-owned Punch Buggy Brewing, Galen Glen wine, and refreshing mocktails—all served in a collectible Homecoming cup! Advance tickets are $20; $25 at the tent. Space is limited—register early!
Cub Tent
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., DMZ
Bring the whole family to the fun zone! Enjoy live music from all-alum/student band Tumbleweed, pumpkin painting, inflatables, a petting zoo, a mechanical bull, and more. Support the Bear Essentials Food Pantry with donations, and unwind at the sensory booth hosted by Disability Services. Refreshments will be provided, with additional food available for purchase. Free to attend—registration required!
Game Time Events
Football at The Strand
3:00 p.m., Strand Theatre
Prefer a cozy seat and classic theater vibes? Head to The Strand to watch the KU game on the big screen! Kickoff at 3 p.m., with concessions available. Take a halftime tour of the historic venue and learn about its exciting renovation. Free admission—registration is appreciated!
CTM Alumni Film Festival
7:30 p.m., Strand Theatre
Lights, camera, connection! Join fellow Cinema, Television & Media Production alumni for a night at the Strand Theatre. Enjoy a curated showcase of films, followed by a Q&A with alumni filmmakers and a behind-the-scenes tour. Admission is free—registration is appreciated. Celebrate creativity, community, and cinematic legacy!
Sunday, October 19
Homecoming Weekend Wind-Down at Hampton Inn
10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Hampton Inn Conference Room
One last hurrah! Join us for a relaxed wrap-up with friends old and new. Enjoy the Hampton’s complimentary breakfast buffet and extend the spirit of Homecoming just a little longer. Free to attend—registration appreciated!
