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WCU Homecoming September 29 - Oct 1 2023

WCU's Homecoming Weekend is almost here!
Friday, September 29th
Saturday, September 30th
Sunday, October 1st

New this year: Together in 2023
Family Weekend Meets Homecoming
Click here for University and Family Weekend programming.

Parking on South Campus will be limited. We encourage you to park on North Campus and use the shuttle bus when possible. 

Registration is now closed, but walk ups are welcome unless otherwise noted.

Friday, September 29


WCU Men & Women's Swim vs Shippensburg & S. Connecticut
Time: 12 pm
Location: The Graham Natatorium (855 S New Street, West Chester, PA 19383)
Cost: Free

Homecoming Kick-off Party
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Location: Alumni & Foundation Center (202 Carter Drive, West Chester, PA)Pint Glass Homecoming Logo 23
Event Details: Enjoy delicious food provided by Classic Catering, wine and beer provided by Wrong Crowd, and live music by Brent Pelleschi '98. All pre-registered guests are guaranteed an exclusive 
Homecoming 2023 pint glass (must be picked up at the event).
Cost: $5 until 9/1; $10 until 9/22; $15 at the door

Planetarium Show - SOLD OUT
Time: 6 pm
Location: Sandra F. Pritchard Mather Planetarium (click here for directions)
Cost: $7 
Details: Purchase tickets here. 

Open Reception of Surrounded by the Spirits: Paul Stoller and the Songhay Journey Towards Wellbeing
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology (Old Library), atrium gallery
Cost: Free
Event Details: Join us for the opening of the Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology’s latest exhibition, Surrounded by the Spirits: Paul Stoller and the Songhay Journey Towards Wellbeing, honoring the life work of WCU’s renowned anthropologist, Paul Stoller. With rare artifacts from Niger and Ghana, the exhibition examines West African healing practices, including spirit possession, witchcraft and divination, religious devotion, and traditional medicine. A second retrospective gallery looks at the life of Stoller, who trained as a Songhay sorcerer’s apprentice, and is the author of 16 books and the recipient of numerous awards including the Anders Retzius Medal given by the King of Sweden, the highest honor in anthropology. For more information, please see www.wcupa.edu/SurroundedByTheSpirits or write museum@wcupa.edu to RSVP.

WCU Women's Volleyball vs Kutztown
Time: 7 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Hollinger Fieldhouse

Boxing Club Reunion  
Time: 7 pm – 9 pm
Location: Timothy's of West Chester (929 S. High Street, West Chester, PA)
Event Details: Join other WCU Boxing Club Alumni for a social!
Cost: $25

WCU Symphony Orchestra Concert  
Time: 7:30 pm – 9 pm
Location: Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall (700 S. High Street, West Chester, PA)
Event Details: Click here for more information and the livestream link.
Cost: Free


Saturday, September 30


Cycling with Erin
Time: 8 am
Location: Campus Recreation Center
Cost: Free
Event Details: Come and join a cardio and strength training class based on a variety of resistance and sprint sets on bicycles. Click here to register.


WCSC Class of 1963 60th Reunion Breakfast

Time: 10 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Alumni & Foundation Center (202 Carter Drive, West Chester, PA)
Cost: $35
Click here to view the Class of 1963 web page for more information.

Future Rams Storytime and Craft Activity
Time: 10:30 am – 11:15 pm
Location: Francis Harvey Green Library
Cost: Free
Details: This event is perfect for our up-and-coming Rams, ages 3-7 years old, but siblings and family of all ages are welcome to attend! You can expect a reading of age-appropriate children's books as well as a guided craft activity. For our Rams who might need a sensory break, spend this time in our Relaxing Rammie's Corner, or curl up with a book in one of our cozy beanbag chairs. Click here to register.

Brunch at The Commons
Time: 10:30 am – 12 pm
Location: Sciences & Engineering Center and The Commons (SECC)
Cost: $10 
Details: Come in and enjoy an all-you-care to eat dining experience. Open to all alumni. Please check in between 10:30 – 12 pm. A full menu can be found here closer to the event here. Walk ups are welcome - cash only.

Club Sports Reunion Reception

Time: 10:30 am  – 12:30 pm
Location: Student Recreation Center | Studio A
Details: Join all club sports alumni for a reunion in support of the Al McChesney & Dean Plemmons Club Sport Award.
Cost: Free

Men's Basketball Hall of Fame

Time: 11 am – 1 pm
Location: Sciences & Engineering Center and The Commons (SECC) Ballrooms
Details: Join us for brunch as we honor Emil Messikomer Hall of Fame Inductee Corey Blake '15, Distinguished Hall of Fame Recipient Billy Seedes '95 M'08, and Milt Blitz Award Recipient Frank Zanin '99, and introduce the team.
Cost: $35 per person

N Lot Pre-Game Tailgate

Time: 12 pm – 3 pm
Location: N Lot
Walk Ups - cash only (includes snacks and beverages) **Children 17 and under are free
Details: Join us for snacks, beer provided by Wrong Crowd, the Southbound BBQ food truck, a DJ, Baggo, prizes, and kid-friendly activities like a moon bounce with obstacle course, face painting, and a balloon twister. Please note, parking on South Campus is $10 per car and is available in Lots S, Q and R. 
Cost: $5

Killinger Homecoming Social

Time: 12 pm – 3 pm
Location: O Lot
Details: Join us for our annual meet 'n greet!
Cost: Free

Alumni Band Tailgate
Time: 12 pm – 2 pm
Location: McCoy Farmhouse Lot
Details: Click here for more information and to register. 
Cost: $20

WCU Men's Soccer vs Lock Haven 
Time: 12 pm 
Location: Rockwell Field (855 S. New Street, West Chester, PA 19383)
Cost: Free

WCU Women's Volleyball vs Bloomsburg  
Time: 2 pm 
Location: Hollinger Fieldhouse (150 University Ave, West Chester, PA 19383)
Cost: Free

WCU v. Bloomsburg Football Game

Time: 2 pm
Location: Farrell Stadium (855 S. New Street, West Chester, PA 19383)
Cost: $10 General
$7 Students/Seniors
Free for WCU Students (with Valid ID)
Click here for ticket info.
Click here to read the Tailgate Protocol.

Ram Fam at the Movies
Time: 4:30 pm – 8 pm
Location: Sykes Student Union
Cost: Free
Event Details: Follow the yellow brick road to Sykes Theater and enjoy a viewing of the original Wizard of Oz movie. Golden Rams, Alumni, and families are all welcomed to attend! Click here to register.

WCSC Class of 1973 50th Reunion Dinner

Time: 5:30 pm – 8 pm
Location: Alumni & Foundation Center (202 Carter Drive, West Chester, PA)

Cost: $50 per person
Click here to view the Class of 1973 web page for more information.

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Time: 8 pm
Location: Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall
Cost: $20 – $35 per person
Click here for tickets and more information.


Sunday, October 1


WCSC Class of 1968 55th Reunion Breakfast
Time: 10 am – 12:30 pm
Cost: $35 per person
Location: Alumni & Foundation Center (202 Carter Drive, West Chester, PA)
Click here to view the Class of 1968 webpage for more information.


THANK YOU TO OUR 2023 SPONSOR!


    

WCU Campus Store
Friday, September 29: 8 am – 4 pm

Saturday, September 30: 9 am – 5 pm
Sunday, October 1: 9 am – 5 pm
Online ordering also available, visit: https://www.wcucampusstore.com

Click here to view the WCU Campus Map! 
Parking information can be found here: https://www.wcupa.edu/dps/parkingservices/

Visiting? 
Click here for additional places to stay in the West Chester area.

REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICY
Online registration will remain open for Homecoming Weekend 2023 events through Tuesday, September 26, 2023. We understand that during these uncertain times you may need to cancel your Homecoming Weekend registration. Refunds will be available for alumni events to those who request a refund by email to alumni@wcufoundation.org prior to September 26, 2023 at 11:59pm. No refunds will be offered if sent after this date.

Questions? Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement, alumni@wcufoundation.org or 610-436-2813.

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