Alumni

When was the last time you attended a Louisville Homecoming? Come on back for a Cardinal tradition.

Sunday, Sept. 27

Students Paint the Town Red

Student Activities Center Multipurpose Room, 2-5 p.m.
Students will flaunt their spirit by hanging handmade Homecoming banners and vie for votes. Winners receive points towards the Spirit Contest. The Homecoming King and Queen Top 10 semifinalists will be announced. Sponsored by the Student Activities Board. Free.

Monday, Sept. 28-Tuesday, Oct. 6

Homecoming Court Elections

Belknap and Health Sciences Center campuses (student-only voting)

Thursday, Oct. 1

Alumni Gallery Hop

Belknap Campus, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a VIP guided walking tour of the Belknap Campus art galleries. Meet at Hite Art Institute for an Alumni Association reception. Free.

Thursday, Oct. 1

Student Foam Party

Red Barn, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.
This popular student-only Homecoming event is celebrating its tenth year. Sponsored by SAB. $4.

Saturday, Oct. 3

6th Annual Homecoming Block Party

Third and Cardinal Blvd., 3-9 p.m.
Bring the family and enjoy carnival rides, inflatables, funnel cakes and live music—and the Homecoming Bed Races! All rides and food included with admission, excluding funnel cakes. This year we will be having competitions to contend for the Homecoming spirit award.  Some of the competitions include racing (3 p.m.), jousting (4 p.m.), the Annual Bed Races (5 p.m.), obstacle course (6 p.m.),and a mystery competition (7 p.m.).  This event is sponsored by the Student Activities Board, the President’s Office, Class Act Federal Credit Union, Office of Undergraduate Affairs, The Red Barn Alumni Association and Gray’s Bookstore. Free admission!

Sunday, Oct. 4

SOUL’s Day of Service

2-5 p.m.
Make a difference in the Louisville community by joining students, faculty, staff and alumni on a community service project.

Sites available: Wayside Christian Mission, St. John Center for Homeless Men, Salvation Army Center of Hope Shelter, and Society of St. Vincent de Paul Shelter.

Projects at the missions range from decorating for the season, painting, cleaning and serving food. Dress for mess. You must provide your own transportation and meet at your assigned site.  Once registration is received, an email with details about how to get to your site will be sent prior to the event. 

Sponsored by SAB, Office of Civic Engagement, Leadership and Service and the Alumni Association.

Register online at louisville.edu/leadership/soul

Monday, Oct. 5

"Wear Red to be Fed" Homecoming Cookout

Red Barn, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Wear red and enjoy free hotdogs and burgers. Sponsored by SOAR (Student Organization for Alumni Relations) and SAB.

Monday, Oct. 5

Louisville’s Homecoming in the Highlands

Baxter Avenue (between Highland and Christy Avenues), 6-9 p.m.

Come out for UofL’s first Homecoming block party and pep rally in the Highlands! Baxter Avenue will be closed to traffic, so this will be a true street party! 

UofL cheerleaders, athletes and the pep band will join fellow alumni, UofL fans and supporters for an unforgettable evening of fun!

WEAR RED and you'll receive drink specials at O'Shea's, Flanagan's (10% off food and drink orders all week long if you wear red!), Wick's, Molly Malone's, Quills Coffee, The Tequila Factory and Outlook Inn!

Join in our scavenger hunt to receive an official UofL Homecoming poster and a discount on an official UofL Homecoming shirt!

Tell all your friends and make your way down to Baxter Avenue to help celebrate Louisville's Homecoming in the Highlands!

Questions? As always, feel free to contact your UofL Alumni Association at 502-852-6186.

Tuesday, Oct. 6

HSC Homecoming Cookout

Health Sciences Center Quad, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Come out for a free cookout at UofL’s downtown medical campus, sponsored by SOAR and SAB.

Tuesday, Oct. 6

Homecoming Comedy Show Featuring Jen Kober

SAC Multipurpose Room, 7 p.m. 
Southern comedian Jen Kober will entertain students and alumni. Sponsored by SAB. Free admission.

Wednesday, Oct. 7

Quidditch Tournament

West Lawn (by the Red Barn), Belknap Campus, 6 p.m.
What game features players on broomsticks, a quaffle, a bludger and a golden snitch? Quidditch: the co-ed sport of wizards and witches in the Harry Potter series. UofL’s “muggle” students, playing for the Hogwarts houses, will vie for the title. Sponsored by SAB.

Thursday, Oct. 8

Alumni Awards Ceremony

Crowne Plaza Hotel, 5 p.m. cocktail hour, 6 p.m. dinner and ceremony
The Alumni Association will honor the 2009 Alumnus of the Year, Hank Conn, and the 10 Alumni Fellows at this dinner and ceremony. Purchase tickets from the Alumni Association online at louisville.edu/alumni/calendar or call 502-852-6186. $50 per person or $400 for a table of eight.

Thursday, Oct. 8

SOAR's Taste of Louisville and SAB’s Louisville’s Got Talent

SAC Multipurpose Room, 5-8 p.m.
Sample the best foods that local restaurants have to offer, then vote for your favorite from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Winners will receive “Louisville’s Best” awards. At 6 p.m. Louisville’s Got Talent starts. Be Piers Morgan for the evening and vote for the best performance by a student group. The student lip sync showcase will feature teams performing songs based on the 2009 Homecoming theme. While results are being tallied, the 2009 Homecoming Court will be announced. Sponsored by SOAR and SAB. Free.

Thursday, Oct. 8

Intramurals Tug of War competition

Intramural Field (across from the old Parkway Field), 8 p.m.
Competition is fierce between Greek rivals at the annual Tug of War competition. Come out and support your favorite fraternity or sorority. Sponsored by Intramurals. Free.

Friday, Oct. 9

POSTPONED TO OCT. 30: Alumni Association Homecoming Golf Outing

Cardinal Club, Simpsonville, Ky., 9 a.m.
Proceeds for this four-person best ball scramble support Alumni Association scholarships and programs. Purchase tickets from the Alumni Association online at louisville.edu/alumni/calendar or call 502-852-6186. $125 per golfer or $500 for a team.

Friday, Oct. 9

Legacy Day

Bigelow Hall, Miller Information Technology Center, 12-3:30 p.m.
Alumni: Do you have children or grandchildren who are prospective students for UofL? Come with them to Legacy Day! You and your student will learn about academics, financial aid, campus life and housing. RSVP online. Questions? 502-852-1295 or glenn.gittings@louisville.edu.
 

Friday, Oct. 9

Speed School Reunion and Awards Dinner

Marriott Louisville Downtown, 6 p.m.
All J.B. Speed School  of Engineering alumni are invited to this annual awards dinner and reunion. RSVP and info at speed.louisville.edu or 502-852-6281. $35.

Friday, Oct. 9

Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner

Brown and Williamson Club, Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium, 6:30 p.m. cocktail reception, 7:30 p.m. dinner and ceremony
Welcome the 2009 Cardinal Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Purchase tickets through Cardinal Athletics at 502-852-8460. $40.

Friday, Oct. 9

3rd Annual UofL Student Leaders Homecoming Reunion

Red Barn, Belknap Campus, 5 p.m.
Are you a former student leader? The Division of Student Affairs invites you and your family to join former student leaders from Greek Ooganizations, Housing and Residence Life, Student Government Association, Intramurals, Student Activities and Student Services for a reception in your honor! Please RSVP by Oct 2 to Laura Mercer at 852-6933 or online.

Friday, Oct. 9

Political Science Alumni BBQ

Ford Hall, Belknap Campus
Calling all poli sci grads: Please join us for a Homecoming BBQ! To RSVP and for more information, contact Jessica Kidd in the Department of Political Science by email or by phone, 502-852-6834. Free. 

Friday, Oct. 9

Kent School Annual Reunion

Flanagan's Irish Pub (back bar), Baxter Avenue, 6-9 p.m.
All Kent School graduates are invited. Find more info. 

Friday, Oct. 9

Athletics Hall of Fame Dinner

Brown and Williamson Club, Papa John's Cardinal Stadium, 6:30 p.m. cocktail reception, 7:30 p.m. dinner and ceremony
Welcome the 2009 Cardinal Athletics Hall of Fame inductees. Purchase tickets through Cardinal Athletics at 502-852-8460. $40.

Friday, Oct. 9

AAAC Homecoming Social

Mellwood Arts and Entertainment Center, 1860 Mellwood Ave., Louisville, 9 p.m.
Enjoy food and drinks, music by D.J. Tazz and dancing. Hosted by the African American Alumni Council. Purchase tickets from the Alumni Association online at louisville.edu/alumni/calendar or call 502-852-6186. Buy tickets online for $20 in advance; $25 at the door.

Friday, Oct. 9

Student Homecoming Dance

SAC Multipurpose Room. 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
This annual student dance is presented by the National Pan Hellenic Council. $5.

Saturday, Oct. 10

Justice Administration Tailgate

Brigman Hall Lawn, three hours before kickoff
Are you a justice admin grad? Catch up with former classmates. Contact Ginger Brown for more info, 502-852-0382. $15.

Saturday, Oct. 10

Alumni Tailgate and Homecoming Game

UofL vs. Southern Mississippi, kickoff time TBA
The Class Act Federal Credit Union UofL Alumni Association Tailgate Central will have a rock climbing wall, music, games and door prizes. The free tailgate begins three hours before kickoff at Jim Patterson Stadium, Central and Third Avenue. For $25, enjoy the expanded tailgate buffet with beer and wine included at the Alumni Association tent. Or purchase the tailgate buffet and a game ticket for just $40. Purchase tickets from the Alumni Association online at louisville.edu/alumni/calendar or call 502-852-6186.

Saturday, Oct. 10

Homecoming Step Show

Brown Theatre, Fourth and Broadway, 7 p.m.
This spectacular event features fraternities and sororities competing in choreographed performances. Sponsored by the National Pan-Hellenic Council. $15.