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Women's Soccer Game vs. Loyola Chicago

7 p.m.
Hermann Stadium

Cheer on the Billikens at the first soccer game of 2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend!
鈥� Those who register for the game will pick up their complimentary game tickets at the game. Current students will present their student ID to enter the game and do not need a game ticket, but do need to register to attend.
鈥� Recommended parking: Olive Compton Garage

Java With the Jesuits

8:30鈥�11:30 a.m.

Lipic Clock Tower Plaza

Join 91女神鈥檚 Jesuit scholastics for their weekly 鈥淛ava With the Jesuits.鈥� Stop by the tent near the clock tower for coffee and conversations with Jesuits at Saint Louis University and members of the 91女神 community! There is no need to register; just stop by.

Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing White Coat Ceremony

2-5 p.m.
St. Francis Xavier College Church
Busch Student Center, Saint Louis Room

The School of Nursing will host our annual White Coat Ceremony. During this ceremony, the sophomore nursing students are 鈥渃oated鈥� by their faculty members. This honored ceremony marks the student鈥檚 transition to clinical education.

• After the ceremony, a reception will occur in the Busch Student Center, Saint Louis Room
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Schedule

• 2 p.m.: ceremony at St. Francis Xavier College Church
• 3 p.m.: reception at Busch Student Center, Saint Louis Room

Homecoming Alumni Family Visit

3-5 p.m.
Queen鈥檚 Daughters Hall, New Student Visit Center

Join us for an admission presentation and campus tour for children and grandchildren of alumni visiting for Homecoming and Family Weekend.

• You can register for this event via a separate link in your Homecoming and Family Weekend confirmation email.
• Recommended parking: Future Billiken lot next to Queen's Daughters Hall

100 Years of Educating Educators Kickoff

鈥�4-6 p.m.
Marquette Field 

$20 per person, proceeds benefit the Excellence and Equity in Education Fund.

Dean Gary Ritter and the leadership of the School of Education cordially invite alumni and supporters to the 100th Anniversary Kickoff Celebration on Marquette Field, the lawn across from Fitzgerald Hall. Join us as we commemorate a century of excellence in educating educators since 1925. Space is limited, and each attendee is allowed one guest.

• Rain location: Fitzgerald Hall lobby
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

School of Science and Engineering Open House

鈥�4-7 p.m.
Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering (ISE) Building

Tour some of the great lab spaces used by our 91女神 faculty and students within the engineering, aviation, chemistry, computer science, physics, and earth, environmental and geospatial science programs. Select labs within the ISE, McDonnell Douglas Hall and Oliver Hall will participate in the open house.

• Check-in: Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building atrium
• Attendees will receive the list of participating labs at check-in.
• Complimentary hors d'oeuvres will be served.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Schedule

• 4 p.m.: Check-in begins
• 5 p.m.: Welcome remarks from Dean Gregory Triplett in the ISE Atrium

Parks College Class of 1974 Reunion

鈥�4 - 7 p.m.
Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering (ISE) Building

Join Parks College classmates from the class of 1974 to celebrate your 50th Golden Billiken reunion, reconnect with classmates, tour the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building, Oliver Hall, McDonnell Douglas Hall, hear the latest news from 91女神's School of Science and Engineering, and more.

• Hors d'oeuvres, wine, and beer will be provided.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Schedule

• 4 p.m. Event begins
• 5 p.m. Remarks by Dean Gregory Triplett, inaugural dean of 91女神's School of Science and Engineering
• This event is linked to the School of Science and Engineering Open House where attendees can tour some of the great labs used by our 91女神 faculty and students within the engineering, aviation, chemistry, computer science, physics, and earth, environmental and geospatial science programs. Select labs within the ISE, McDonnell Douglas Hall and Oliver Hall will participate in the open house. Attendees will receive the list of participating labs at check-in.

Black Alumni Association (BAA) Happy Hour 

4:30 鈥� 9:30 p.m.

UPBar STL 

$10 per person

The Black Alumni Association of 91女神 will kick off Homecoming and Family Weekend on Friday, Sept. 27, at UPBar STL, on the seventh floor of Element Hotel, 3763 Forest Park Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108. Eat, drink and enjoy fellowship with BAA.

• Happy hour appetizers and a complimentary drink will be provided.
• Paid street parking is recommended; valet is available for $25.

Garden to Table: Celebrating 90 Years of Nutrition and Dietetics at 91女神

5- 9 p.m.

91女神 Teaching Garden 

$15 per person
$5 per 91女神 student

Enjoy cocktails and a farm-to-table dining experience in our beautiful teaching garden, located at the corner of Compton Avenue and Rutger Street. The evening will showcase our department's rich history and achievements and acknowledge our graduates' impact over the years.

• Rain location: Allied Health Building, Doisy College of Health Sciences Multi-purpose Room
• Attire: Semi-formal
• Recommended parking: Hickory East Garage

School of Social Work Alumni and Current Student Meet-Up

鈥�5-7 p.m.
U.S. Bank Plaza and Lawn 

Join us for the School of Social Work Alumni and Current Student Meet-Up on the U.S. Bank Plaza and Lawn, (located next to Tegeler Hall, across from St. Francis Xavier College Church) where alumni and current students can connect and share experiences. Enjoy light refreshments and hors d'oeuvres as you mingle and build valuable professional relationships. Don鈥檛 miss this opportunity to expand your network within our community!

• Rain location: Tegeler Hall Lobby
• Light refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Golden Billiken Dinner (Classes 1974 and Earlier)

6-9 p.m.

St. Francis Xavier College Church, Xavier Grand Ballroom

$75 per person
Join classmates from the Class of 1974 for a special evening celebrating your 50th reunion from 91女神. New this year 鈥� all 50+ year graduates are invited to celebrate with the Class of 1974 and reconnect with former classmates over live music, dinner and more.

• Please note that registration is limited for this event and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Dinner includes appetizers, salad, dual entr茅es of filet and salmon with vegetables and dessert
• Please wear cocktail attire.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage, golf cart shuttles will be available to and from Laclede Garage and the ballroom.

Schedule

• 6 p.m.: Social hour
• 7 p.m.: Welcome remarks, invocation, and dinner service begins
• 9 p.m.: Event concludes

Billikens Basketball Night

6:30-8:30 p.m.
Chaifetz Arena

Billikens Basketball Night will feature the 91女神 men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 basketball teams with post-event autographs and photo opportunities.

• The event is complimentary to attend and does not require a ticket.
• Concessions will be available for purchase.
• Recommended parking: Olive Compton Garage

University Ambassador and Admission Intern Reunion

7-8:30 p.m.

Queen's Daughters Hall, New Student Visit Center

Welcome back, former University ambassadors, Office of Admission interns, and Billiken buddies! If you worked in the admission office anytime between 1995 and now, please join us for a reception in the New Student Visit Center in Queen's Daughters Hall. See old friends and meet new tour guides.

• Recommended parking: Future Billiken lot next to Queen's Daughters Hall

Billiken Family Movie Night

8:30-10 p.m.

North Campus Quad

Join 91女神鈥檚 Billiken Parent and Family Association for a movie night on the quad featuring 鈥淚nside Out 2.鈥�

• Rain location: Busch Student Center, room(s) 170-171
• Attendees are encouraged to bring their own snacks and blankets.
• A designated seating area will be provided for those who bring their own chairs.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Cheryl L. Cavallo Hustle for Your Health 5K and Family Fun Walk

7:30-9 a.m.
91女神 Medical Center Stadium 

• Adult pre-registration (before Sept. 23) $20
• Adult race day registration $25
• 91女神 students $20 at any time
• Ages 13-17 $10 at any time
• Ages 12 and under free

Join the Program in Physical Therapy Student Association on the Medical Center Stadium track (located by the Allied Health Building) for a friendly race to support the Cheryl Cavallo Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship supports students participating in health care-related domestic or international mission trips.

• Participants will receive a Hustle for Your Health T-shirt. (Shirts and sizes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note, the T-shirt cannot be picked up before race day.)
• Recommended parking: Hickory East Garage

Schedule

• 7:30 a.m.: Pre-race registration
• 8 a.m.: Race begins at the Medical Center Stadium

Homecoming Pancake Breakfast with Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm

8:30-11:30 a.m.
Allied Health Building, Fresh Gatherings Cafe

$15 per person

Join us at Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm for a pancake breakfast following the
Program in Physical Therapy Hustle For Your Health 5K and Family Fun Walk for
house-made pancakes with various toppings, breakfast sausage, applewood-smoked bacon and more.

• Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options will be available.
• Drip coffee and juice are included in the ticket price.
• A full-service espresso bar will be available to purchase beverages.
• Recommended parking: Hickory East Garage

Our Lady's Saturday with the Campion Society

9-10:30 a.m.
Boileau Hall

Join us for a special Mass in the Campion Chapel, followed by an open house with light refreshments. There will be opportunities to explore the recently renovated Catholic Studies Center, where our students move seamlessly between chapel, classroom and common areas.

• Light refreshments will be provided.
• Guests can enter from the front door of Cartier House or the side doors of Boileau.
• Recommended parking: Boileau Lot

Doisy College of Health Sciences Open House

9鈥�11 a.m.

Allied Health Building

Join us along with alumni, family and friends, faculty and staff, and current students for an open house as we showcase our school鈥檚 resources, services, programs and the grand opening of the newly renovated Occupational Therapy Lab. 

• Current students and staff members will provide tours of the building.
• Recommended parking: Hickory East Parking Garage

Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing Open House

9 a.m.-Noon
School of Nursing, Main Lobby

Join us to celebrate our alumni, faculty and staff, current students, and their families, and see our school's resources, services and programs.

• Light refreshments will be provided.
• Recommended parking: Hickory East Parking Garage

91女神 Madrid Reception

鈥�11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Busch Student Center, Room(s) 172-173

隆Bienvenidos! Connect with 91女神 Madrid staff to learn more about 91女神 Madrid.

• Light refreshments and snacks will be served.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Schedule

• 11:30 a.m.: formal program and Q&A begins

Legacy Luncheon

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
St. Francis Xavier College Church, Xavier Grand Ballroom

First-year or new transfer students with a family tie to 91女神, along with their parents, grandparents, or siblings who are 91女神 alums, are invited to this celebration hosted by the Office of Alumni Engagement.

• The entrance is located down the ramp, to the left of St. Francis Xavier College Church.
• Attire is casual.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Schedule

• 11:30 a.m.: check-in will begin
• 11:45 a.m.: Welcome remarks and invocation begin

Paint and Sip

11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Busch Student Center, Saint Louis Room

$55 per painter

Enjoy a whimsical afternoon as we paint a simplified version of Van Gogh鈥檚 Starry Night. Focusing on the beauty of the stars and sky, this painting uses greens, blues and yellows to create a beautiful starry night! Your artist will walk you through the painting step by step; no art experience is required. All ages are welcome. You will leave with a treasured keepsake and precious memories of this experience.

• Complimentary soft drinks and snacks will be available, and the bar will have beer and wine for attendees 21 and over to purchase.
• Proper identification is required for alcoholic beverages.
• Space is limited and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business Meet the Dean

1-3 p.m.
Cook Hall, Atrium

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to meet with Jackson Nickerson, Ph.D., the newly appointed Edward Jones Dean of the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business at 91女神.

• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Schedule

• 2 p.m.: remarks from Edward Jones Dean Jackson Nickerson

Spirit of the Billiken Reunion

3-4:30 p.m.
Bannister Alumni House

91女神鈥檚 Office of Alumni Engagement is hosting a reunion for current and past Spirit of the Billiken Award recipients. Meet up with fellow past recipients, explore 91女神鈥檚 Bannister Alumni House, and enjoy an open bar and complimentary ice cream.

• Entry will only be permitted for former award recipients and their guests.
• Attire: casual
• Recommended parking: Bannister House Alumni parking lot

91女神 Law Meet the Dean and Open House

2-4 p.m.
Scott Hall, 12th Floor Pavilion

All 91女神 Law alumni, law faculty and staff and Immel Society donors are invited to attend an exclusive opportunity to meet with the school's new dean, Twinette Johnson, J.D., Ph.D.

• Complimentary beer, wine and soda will be served in addition to appetizers.
• Recommended parking: The closest parking is paid, on-street parking. Paid parking is also available in the AT&T parking garage located behind Scott Hall

Immel Society members are invited to a private reception from 1-2 p.m. Members will receive a special invitation with more details about the reception. Learn more about the Immel Society.

Campus Trolley Tours

2-5 p.m.
Pickup Location: Laclede Avenue by Archway of Grand Hall

See what鈥檚 new at 91女神! Explore North and South Campus in a guided trolley tour, led by 91女神 student tour guides. See the exciting updates taking place both on campus and in midtown.

• Please note, the tours are about 30 minutes, and the trolleys will loop consistently from 2-5 p.m.
• The last shuttle will depart at 4:30 p.m. and return at 5 p.m. Groups will be accommodated on a first come, first served basis.
• Registration is not a guarantee for the tour.

Black Alumni Association (BAA) Family Reunion

3-5 p.m.
91女神ruba, Outdoor Pools 

$10 per person for attendees 12 years and over

We warmly welcome you to join us for our annual reunion hosted by the Saint Louis University Black Alumni Association at 91女神ruba, located outside Simon Recreation Center. Catch up with alumni and the 91女神 community. Take a dip in the pool, savor delectable food and enjoy music, laughter and entertainment.

• Food will be provided.
• Rain location: Center for Global Citizenship
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Homecoming and Family Weekend Golf Cart Parade

4:30-5 p.m.

Starting Location: Olive Compton Garage
Ending Location: Joseph G. Lipic Clock Tower

Join us for a beloved tradition before the Homecoming and Family Weekend tailgate and men's soccer game 鈥� the University Golf Cart Parade, sponsored by the Student Government Association and Student Involvement Center. Watch as departments, student groups and administration unite to showcase creative and exciting golf cart floats. Line the heart of campus to catch the action and celebrate with your 91女神 family. The parade will begin at the Olive Compton Garage and go through the tailgate, towards the Joseph G. Lipic Clock Tower.

Homecoming and Family Weekend Pregame Celebration

5-7 p.m.
North Campus Quad and Surrounding Areas

$10 per person

$7 kid's meal (for children 12 and under only)

Following the golf cart parade, join alumni, students, parents, families, faculty and staff for a pregame celebration before the soccer game! Enjoy family-fun activities and live music from local band JAM.

• Food will be available for purchase from Gioia鈥檚 Deli, owned by 91女神 alum, Amanda Donley (Law 鈥�11).
• Modifications cannot be made to the selections.
• For students who prefer to use a meal swipe, please note Grand Hall will be open.
• To guarantee a pregame meal, please pre-purchase your meal(s) during online registration.
• Meals are $10 per person, and a kid's meal option is available for $7 per child, 12 and under.
• Your meal also includes a bag of chips, a cookie and a soda or water.
• Pre-purchased meals will be available for pick up at the tailgate from 5 - 6:30 p.m.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

BOLD Young Alumni Cornhole Tournament

5-7 p.m.
North Campus Dolphin Pond 

Join Billikens of the Last Decade (BOLD) in teams of two to show off your bags/cornhole skills 鈥� and win prizes 鈥� near the North Campus Dolphin Pond outside Grand Hall. 

• Participants are asked to consider making a gift of $5 or more at the event.
• Don鈥檛 have a teammate? We鈥檒l connect you with a player before the event. You will receive more information via email by checking this event's box on the Homecoming and Family Weekend registration form. Registrations for the cornhole tournament will occur on the day of the event on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Men's Soccer Game vs. Loyola Chicago and Halftime Fireworks Display

7:30 p.m.
Hermann Stadium

Cheer on your Billikens as they take on Loyola University Chicago. Enjoy the Homecoming and Family Weekend signature halftime fireworks display!

• Those who register for the game will pick up their complimentary game tickets at check-in. Current students will present their student ID to enter the game, but still need to register.
• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage or Olive Compton Garage

Sweet Send-Off Sponsored by Parent and Family Engagement (Sold Out)

10 a.m.-Noon

West Pine Mall

Families, join us for a quick treat before you get on the road along West Pine Mall, across from Starbucks. Don't miss this doughnut display!

• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage

Homecoming and Family Weekend Catholic Mass

10:30-11:30 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier College Church

Students, families and alumni are invited to the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Catholic Mass, co-sponsored by St. Francis Xavier College Church and 91女神 Campus Ministry. All are welcome!

• Recommended parking: Laclede Garage

With events for all ages and interests, 91女神 Homecoming and Family Weekend is for you!

Homecoming and Family Weekend at 91女神 is a three-day event that is always held on the last full weekend in September. Cheer on the Billikens at select athletic events throughout the weekend, enjoy a tailgate and take in an annual fireworks display during halftime.

The entire 91女神 community turns out for Homecoming and Family Weekend. 91女神 alumni mingle with students, staff and faculty; everyone is welcome to bring their families. Homecoming at 91女神 is also "parents weekend" at 91女神. All guardians and family members of our current Billikens are invited.

There is no cost to register for Homecoming and Family Weekend. However, some events have a fee, which will be noted on the registration form.

Registration for 91女神's 2024 Homecoming and Family Weekend opened Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024.

You will receive a confirmation email once you submit your registration. The email will outline what activities you and your guests signed up for. Additionally, a link will be provided in the confirmation email if you need to make any edits to your registration.

Online registration for Homecoming and Family Weekend will end Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. Opportunities to register onsite will be available, but some events may be sold out.

We ask that everyone in your group who plans to attend Homecoming and Family Weekend is registered, including students. There is a section on the registration page where you can include all your guests.

Students do need to register to attend 91女神 Homecoming and Family Weekend activities. If you are a parent registering, please include them among your guests if they have not already registered.

Events will be listed on the registration website and available in the Homecoming and Family Weekend app, which will go live in the summer of 2024.

If you're looking for a place to stay nearby, check out this list of hotels near 91女神.

Attire is casual for the weekend for the most part. Formal wear is recommended for some events, but that will be noted in the event description. We suggest checking the weather before attending to ensure you pack accordingly.

And don't forget to to wear during the event!

Please let us know as soon as possible about any special accommodations you or a guest may require, as we cannot guarantee fulfillment of any on-site requests.

Requests can be made on the registration page (look for a question on this topic) or contact us at hcfw@slu.edu.

Golf cart shuttles will be available throughout the weekend. A limited supply of wheelchairs is available to assist guests to and from activities, but they are not available to rent and cannot be taken off campus.

Complimentary guest parking is available in Laclede Parking Garage and Olive Compton Parking Garage on Friday, Sept. 27 and Saturday, Sept. 28. Parking will also be available in the Hickory East Garage during select events on South Campus. On Sunday, Sept. 29, complimentary guest parking is available in Laclede Parking Garage.

Please note that parking may be limited for many activities and events on 91女神鈥檚 campus.