Homecoming registration is live for Stetson Alumni! Please use this form to register yourself and any guests for Homecoming and all associated events throughout the weekend. Simply click the green "Register" button next to each event you would like to add to your Homecoming registration. If you have any questions about registration or need to modify/edit your registration, please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at [email protected] or by calling (386) 822-7480 during university operating hours, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST.
Interested in seeing which of your friends has registered? Check out our list of Homecoming registrants, updated weekly. We look forward to seeing you on campus in DeLand this October as our Legacy Lives On!
General Homecoming Registration - REQUIRED [962 remaining]
It's time to celebrate Homecoming! Before the party can officially begin, you'll need to visit the Rinker Welcome Center on Friday, October 25 between 12 PM and 7 PM to check in and secure everything you need for the weekend. Pick up your nametag, event tickets, Homecoming gift, and grab some refreshments with your fellow Hatters before you set off for the weekend's activities!
Class of 1974 Picnic at the Pavilion
Thursday, October 2410:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. DeLeon Springs State Park, 601 Ponce De Leon Blvd(Registration Requested)The Class of 1974 invites classmates and other members of surrounding class years to come spend the day at the Springs! A Pavilion has been reserved near the water, just bring your favorite drinks or snacks to share.
Staying Psyched
Friday, October 254:00 - 5:00 p.m.Flagler Hall, 3rd FloorAll Psychology Alumni are invited to drop by for some light refreshments and to meet with your psychology classmates.
Class of 1974 Meet-Up
Friday, October 254:00 p.m. Elusive Grape, 129 N. Woodland Blvd(Registration Requested)
Presidential State of the University Address
Friday, October 255:00 p.m.Hulley Tower(Registration Requested)Against the backdrop of Hulley Tower, President Chris Roellke, PhD, will share Stetson highlights and plans for the future. The tower—–damaged by hurricanes in 2004—will be historically reconstructed through a grassroots alumni-led fundraising campaign. A new 52-bell carillon will ring out with the Soul of Stetson, a phrase that speaks to Stetson’s identity and strong community of students, alumni, faculty and staff over a 140-year history. Dr. Roellke will showcase how alumni engagement is critical to a university and its students.
Hatter Howl
Friday, October 256:00 - 9:00 p.m.Rinker Field($20 Registration Required per person)Get into town and join faculty, staff and students to celebrate at this Big “S” Party! Enjoy live music, food trucks, carnival games, a beer garden and more! Registration includes one (1) meal ticket to a food truck and one (1) beverage at the beer garden served in a collectible cup.
Homecoming Shabbat
Friday, October 256:00 p.m. Ginsburg Hillel House, 246 East Florence Avenue (Registration Requested)Join past and current Jewish Hatters as we welcome in Shabbat and start the weekend off with our Hillel community. Kosher-style food will be provided. If you have any dietary restrictions, please contact Hillel Program Director Reed Barkowitz at [email protected]
Multicultural Alumni Homecoming Reception
Friday, October 25 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Cross-Cultural Center (Tri-C), 145 E Michigan Ave.Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI) and the Multicultural Student Council (MSC) for an evening of celebration and connection that bridges the past and present, bringing together current multicultural students, alumni, and friends of Stetson at the new home of the Cross-Cultural Center (Tri-C).
President’s Champagne Brunch [Sold Out]
Saturday, October 269:00 - 10:30 a.m.President’s Home, 418 N. Woodland Blvd.($20 Registration Required per person)Mimosas in the President’s Garden? Count us in! Come start off your morning at this signature Homecoming event. President Roellke will kick off a program at 9:30 a.m. to honor Stetson’s Alumni Award winners and special guests.
Class of 1969 Gathering
Saturday, October 2611:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Rinker Welcome Center(Registration Requested)Following the President's Brunch, join fellow Class of 1969 alumni in the Rinker Welcome Center to reconnect and reflect on 55 years of Stetson memories!
Bonner Alumni Reunion
Saturday, October 261:00 p.m. Lee's Garage, Carlton Union Building 2nd Floor
International Alumni Reception
Saturday, October 262:00 - 4:00 p.m.Faculty and Staff Lounge, Carlton Union Building, First Floor(Registration Requested)Come and meet some of your international fellow students over refreshments.
Class Reunion Happy Hour
Saturday, October 265:00 - 6:30 p.m.Palm Court(Registration Required) If your class year ends in a 4 or 9, you’re invited to celebrate your Class Reunion around Holler Fountain! Meet up with your classmates before heading downtown or to the Remembering Innsbruck screening! Registration includes drinks, appetizers and a commemorative giveaway item.
50th Reunion Celebration – Class of 1974 [80 remaining]
Saturday, October 265:00 - 6:45 p.m.Rinker Welcome Center($20 Registration Required per person)Celebrate this milestone with your classmates as you receive your 50-year diploma and pin to commemorate this special occasion. A program will begin at 5:15 pm. featuring remarks from President Roellke and members of the Board of Trustees. Be sure to be there on time so you can hear more about the “Soul of Stetson” and how you can play a part!
Class of 2004 - 20th Reunion
Saturday, October 267:00 p.m.The Blind Pig, 148 New York Ave.
Documentary Screening: The Story of the 1979 Innsbruck Avalanche…and the Soul of Stetson
Saturday, October 267:00 p.m.Lee Chapel(Registration Requested)Last year, it was standing room only as we premiered “Remembering Innsbruck: The Story of the 1979 Avalanche.” Since then, the documentary has tripled in length, enriched by more interviews, a dedication on Mt. Seegrube at the site of the avalanche and the casting of bells at the Grassmayr foundry in Innsbruck. Most significantly, the story has been a catalyst to the alumni formation of The Soul of Stetson movement, characterized by broad alumni reengagement with Stetson and each other. It’s a movement that brings out the best within us as we surround Stetson students with an ever-strengthening robust alumni network.
Soul of Stetson Reception
Saturday, October 268:30 p.m.Palm Court(Registration Requested)Join us for an evening of friendship and new memories that will continue to anchor our souls to Stetson. Come as you are or lean into a favorite decade fashion. You don’t want to miss this!
Golden Hatter Lunch
Sunday, October 2712:00 p.m.Carlton Union Building, Faculty/Staff Lounge, 1st Floor(Registration Requested)For those classes who have already celebrated their 50th Reunion, come join other Golden Hatters for lunch in the Commons! Register in advance and enjoy the all-you-can-eat food options and reserved seating with fellow classmates.
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