KU to Celebrate 2023 Homecoming Oct. 23-28
KUTZTOWN, Pa. – Kutztown University is proud to celebrate the return of its annual Homecoming week on campus, Oct. 23-28.
Homecoming 2023 has events for kids, adults, students, staff and alumni all week long.
A full listing of week-long student events can be found online. The Kutztown University Foundation is also hosting events this week. Full details and registration information can be found on their website.
PARKING
KU is advising visitors to park in recommended lots and prepare for additional travel time for weekend events. A campus map can be found online and printed for convenience.
In the event parking and tailgate lots are sold out, additional free parking is available in Lots A2 and A3.
Tuesday, Oct. 24
KU Cares Day
Afternoon: Community Clean-Up
1-3 p.m.
The Strand Theater, 32 North Whiteoak Street
Evening: “Why does KU Care?” Panel
6-8 p.m.
McFarland Student Union, President’s Room 250
Friday, Oct. 27
“Call to Question” by Sue Coe
11 a.m.
The Marlin and Regina Miller Art Gallery
“Painter of the Stars”: The Life and Work of Milton J. Hill
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
DeLight E. Briedegam Building
Kutztown University Sustainability Summit
2-4:30 p.m.
101 de Francesco
Saturday, Oct. 28
DMZ Events
HC Cub Tent (Family Friendly)
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Registration
HC Bear Tent (21+)
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Registration
Decades Pictures
11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Alumni Plaza
5th Quarter Mix and Mingle
5-7:30 p.m.
Kutztown Community Partnership, 306 W Main Street
Football
Join us as the KU Golden Bears take on the Marauders of Millersville for the Homecoming game. Kickoff is at 2:05 p.m. Tailgate registration opens at 1 p.m. with the hot buffet being opened at 1:30 p.m. Cost for the tailgate is $40, ages nine and under are complimentary. Pre-registration is highly recommended as this event will be capped at 175. Walk-up registrations will be charged $50. For more information, please phone 610-683-4110.
Other Athletics
Saturday, Oct. 28
Women’s Swimming vs. East Stroudsburg and California (Pa.)
noon
Keystone Natatorium
Men’s Rugby vs. Penn State
1 p.m.
North Campus Rugby Pitch
Affinity/Alumni Groups
The Office of Alumni Engagement has a variety of programming for affinity groups. Affinity group events are free of charge unless otherwise indicated; however, registration is required for most. Click here to register.
Friday, Oct. 27
Multicultural Student/Alumni Engagement Networking Event
3:15-4:45 p.m.
223 MSU
Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Keystone Field
Saturday, Oct. 28
Women's Lacrosse Alumni Game
8-10 a.m., Keystone Field
10-11 a.m., Breakfast served
AA Meeting - hosted by KU Collegiate Recovery*
9-10:30 a.m. | MSU Fireside Lounge
Divine Nine Alumni Reunion
10-11:30 a.m. | 223 MSU
FUEL and College of Business Alumni Gathering
10-11:30 a.m. | 312 MSU
History Presentation: Kutztown University's History: Hiding in Plain Sight*
10-11:30 a.m. | Old Main Concourse | Jason Graver '92, M '18
Housing and Res Life Reunion
10-11:30 a.m. | 250 MSU
KU Administration*
10-11:30 a.m. | Kemp Lot, closest to Haring Fitness Park
KU Marching Unit GOBs Alumni Reunion
10-11:30 a.m. | Schaeffer Auditorium, Wells Rehearsal Hall
KUPA Reunion
10-11:30 a.m. | 325 MSU, Refreshments in 322 MSU
Military and Veteran Student Services
10-11:30 a.m. | 323 MSU, Refreshments in 322 MSU
Mu Sigma Upsilon Reunion
10-11:30 a.m. | 324 MSU, Refreshments in 322 MSU
Softball Alumni Gathering
10-11 a.m. | Softball Field
Sport Management Gathering
10-11 a.m. | 106 de Francesco
Swimming Reunion
10-11:30 a.m. | Keystone Pool
Cheerleading Alumni Reunion
10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Kemp Lot, middle of lot
Black Alumni Reunion
11 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Kemp Lot, closest to building
Women's Basketball Alumni Reunion
noon-2 p.m. | Behind Risley Hall
Women's Center and LGBTQ+ Alumni Reunion
noon-2 p.m. | Boxwood House
Spades Tournament*
8 p.m. | Georgian Room
*Registration not required