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Homecoming

Welcome home, Eagles!

October 1–5, 2025

During Benedictine University’s Homecoming Weekend, we celebrate you—our graduates—with a variety of campus events.

From the home football tailgate, to the big game, it’s your time to come back, reconnect, and cheer on your fellow Eagles! Let’s celebrate BenU tradition, pride, and community together.


Benedictine University Homecoming Weekend Events

Wednesday, Oct. 1

Journeys in Leadership
6 p.m. | Goodwin Hall, fourth floor, 411

Friday, Oct. 3

Alumni Achievement Awards
5:30 p.m. | Kindlon Hall, fifth floor, Komechak Gallery
*Invitation Only

Saturday, Oct. 4

Organization Development Lecture Series
9 a.m. | Goodwin Hall, fourth floor, 411

Mass
10 a.m. | St. Benedict Chapel, Lownik Hall

Homecoming Tailgate
11 a.m. | Rice Center Parking Lot
*Tailgate Rules & Guidelines

Homecoming Game
1 p.m. | Football Field

Check closer to Homecoming for more details and events. Keep an eye out on your emails once registered. All registered individuals will receive logistics emails specific to registered events.

Looking forward to your homecoming!

Meet us at the Tents at the Tailgate!

Alumni Relations
Visit the Alumni Tent for free gear, food, drinks, and ways to say connected with us

Black Alumni Network (BAN)
Connect with members of BAN to learn about the work they do and discover how to get involved

Eagle Club
Meet members of Eagle Club to learn how they support athletics and discover how to get involved

Library x Archives
Step into the archives pop-up to explore University memorabilia and take a walk down memory lane

Admissions x Parents
Learn what’s new and take a campus tour. Tours will be departing from this tent during the tailgate

College of Science and Health Reunion
Goodwin College of Business and Liberal Arts Reunion
Stop by your former college to say hello to faculty and network with fellow alumni


Questions about Homecoming Weekend or Golden Eagles Schedule of Events?
Please contact Alumni & Career Services:

Isabel Cruz, Alumni Relations Coordinator | [email protected]
Matthew Johnson, MA, Director of Alumni & Career Services | [email protected]