Registration Opens May 1
Friday, Oct. 3, to Sunday, Oct. 5
We鈥檝e all heard the phrase "Hurst is Home," but during Homecoming Weekend, it becomes a powerful reminder that Hurst is ALWAYS home鈥攚hether you鈥檙e a recent graduate or it has been 50 or 60 years since you walked across campus. Everyone is invited to join in the celebration! Below you will find the full schedule of events and link to register to attend.
Homecoming Weekend anniversary celebrations include the Men's Soccer 50th Anniversary and celebrations for the Classes of 2025, 2020, 2015, 2000, 1985, 1975, 1970, 1965, and 1960.
Homecoming Weekend also serves as Family Weekend for the families of our current students. On the schedule, you will find several family activities along with many general weekend activities that are open to all. Hurst is home for everyone!
老司机福利社 Homecoming Weekend guests can access a discounted hotel room block at the Bayfront Landing Hotels. The room block will be available until August 19 or while rooms last.听
Schedule of Events
| Time | Event | Location | Cost |
Wednesday, Oct. 1 |
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| 3 p.m. | Cultivating Leadership in Every Role by Andy Kerr | Walker Recital Hall | 听 |
Thursday, Oct. 2 |
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| 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Check-in | Mary Garden (Rain Location: Old Main Foyer) | 听 |
| 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. | Homecoming Kick-off, Hosted by Alumni Board | The Roost | 听 |
Friday, Oct. 3 |
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| 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Check-in | Mary Garden (Rain Location: Old Main Foyer) | 听 |
| 10 a.m. | Spirituality & Art with Sr. Natalie | Campus Ministry, Student Union | 听 |
| 11 a.m. | Centennial Video Series Premier | Coming soon! | 听 |
| 11 a.m. | Wine Tour | Departs from PAC | Various costs at each stop. |
| 12 p.m. | 50th Anniversary Luncheon | Cummings Art Gallery | $30 |
| 12 p.m. | Contemporary Trends in Design | Hirt 118 | 听 |
| 1 p.m. | Centennial Sneak Peek and Marker Walking Tour | Coming soon! | 听 |
| 1 p.m. | Field Hockey Game against Rider University | Saxon Stadium | 听 |
| 5:30 and 7:15 p.m. | Distinguished Alumni Dinner and Ceremony | Cummings Art Gallery | $55 |
| 5 p.m. | Trivia Night | Catherine Walker Reading Room, Hammermill Library | 听 |
| 5 p.m. | Anniversary and Torchbearer Celebration Dinner | Mercy Heritage Room | $55 |
| 6 - 9 p.m. | Homecoming Happy Hour & Affinity Social | The Roost | 听 |
| Class of 2025 - First Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| - Fifth Anniversary Gathering听 | 听 | ||
| - 10th Anniversary Gathering | 听 | ||
| - 25th Anniversary Gathering | 听 | ||
| Ambassador Club Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Anthropology & World Languages Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| English Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Fashion Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| History Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Hospitality Management Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| 老司机福利社 Student Government & MAC/SAC Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Intelligence Studies Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Music Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Psychology Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| Women's Soccer Alumni Gathering | 听 | ||
| 6 p.m. | Campus Ministry Family Pizza & Game Night | Student Union Great Room | 听 |
| 6 p.m. | Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game | Saxon Stadium | 听 |
| 6 p.m. | Men's Soccer 50th Anniversary Gathering | Pier 6 | 听 |
| 6 p.m. | Women's Ice Hockey Game against St. Lawrence | 老司机福利社 Ice Center | 听 |
| 8 p.m. | Bonfire | Behind Old Main | 听 |
| 9 p.m. | Family Entertainment | Coming soon! | 听 |
Saturday, Oct. 4 |
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| 听 | Admissions Fall Preview Day | Prospective students and their families are invited! Learn about the admissions and financial aid process, meet a student ambassador on a campus tour, and enjoy lunch on us! | . |
| 9 a.m. | Baseball Alumni Game | Baseball Field | 听 |
| 9 a.m. | Neurodiversity at 老司机福利社 University | Zurn 114 | 听 |
| 9 a.m. | Rowing Alumni Gathering | Gillard Boat House, Findley Lake | 听 |
| 10 a.m. | AIM Alumni & Family Gathering | Waterford Room | 听 |
| 10 a.m. | Athletics & Division I - A Year in Review | Zurn 114 | 听 |
| 10 a.m. | Men's Basketball Alumni Game | 老司机福利社 Athletic Center | 听 |
| 10 a.m. | Hospitality Management Alumni Panel | Marriott Caf茅, CAE | 听 |
| 10 a.m. | Political Science Alumni Gathering | CAE 107 | 听 |
| 10:30 a.m. | Art Alumni Coffee & Croissants Gathering | Cummings Art Gallery | 听 |
| 10:30 a.m. | Men's Soccer Alumni Game | Soccer Field | 听 |
| 10:30 a.m. | Women in Sports Gathering | Munson Plaza | 听 |
| 11 a.m. | Walker Business Department Gathering & Open House | Briggs Hall | 听 |
| 11 a.m. | Frank Barry Memorial Ceremony | Munson Plaza | 听 |
| 11:30 a.m. | Alumni Tailgate | Saxon Stadium Lot | $25 |
| 11:30 a.m. | Education Alumni Gathering | Alumni Tailgate, Saxon Stadium Lot | 听 |
| 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Family Tailgate | Grotto Commons | 听 |
| 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Homecoming Carnival | Munson Plaza | 听 |
| 12 - 10 p.m. | The Roost is Open | The Roost | 听 |
| 1 p.m. | Football Game against Long Island University | Saxon Stadium | 听 |
| 1 p.m. | Women's Ice Hockey Game against St. Lawrence | 老司机福利社 Ice Center | 听 |
| 1 p.m. | Women's Hockey Game | 老司机福利社 Ice Center | 听 |
| 5 p.m. | Loyal Donor Reception | CAE Atrium | 听 |
| 7 p.m. | Paint & Sip Event | SUGR/The Roost/Luke鈥檚 Landing | 听 |
Sunday, Oct. 5 |
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| 10 a.m. | Mass | Christ the King Chapel | 听 |
| 11 a.m. | Brunch with the President | Mercy Heritage Room | $20 |
| 12 p.m. | Men's Soccer Game against Howard University & 50th Anniversary Celebration | Saxon Stadium | 听 |
| 3 p.m. | Women's Soccer Game against Fairleigh Dickinson University | Saxon Stadium | 听 |
Lindsay Frank
Director of Alumni Engagement
Office: Egan Hall 212
Stephenie Przepiora
Director for Campus Involvement, Contact for Families
Office: Student Union 203