Save the Date: February 5-8, 2025

The Wright State Alumni Association, Wright State University, and Wright State student organizations invite you to join us for Homecoming Week. Homecoming is about connections—to one another and our alma mater. This year's events are a chance to celebrate the Raider spirit that connects us all!
 

Featured Events

Pre-Homecoming Events

Tuesday, February 4

Career Fair

The Career & Internship Fair provides an excellent opportunity for alumni to connect with potential employers and explore career options.
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
Find more information and register

 

Homecoming Full Event Listing

Wednesday, February 5

Under the Stars Kick Off

Join the start of homecoming with music, food, and make-and-take items (while supplies last).
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. 
Location: Student Union Atrium 
All are welcome
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Spirit Board Contest

Join the coordinating student organizations in decorating a spirit board to display on campus. 
Time: 5–9 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room A
Students only
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Door Decorating Contest Begins

Spread your spirit with door decorating in the residence halls.
Students only

Spirit Contest for Campus

Faculty and staff only

Homecoming Royalty Voting Opens

Vote for your peers on the Homecoming Royalty Court. The homecoming ballot will be available in Engage. 
Students only

The Inside Baseball of Estate Planning

Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Student Union Endeavour Room
All are welcome
RSVP for this event

Public Health Careers 101

Features BSOM 2025 award winner Julianne Nesbit '05
Time:  5:30– p.m.
Location: 101 NEC
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Constellation Celebration

With cookie decorating and announcing of the Homecoming Court.
Time: 6–7 p.m.
All are welcome
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Women’s Basketball vs. IU Indy

Cheer on the Women's Basketball team as they take on IU Indy. 
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center
All are welcome
Buy Tickets
 

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Thursday, February 6

Donuts with the Deans

Join the deans for conversation and donuts.
Time: 8 a.m.–noon
Location: Various locations
College of Engineering and Computer Science – 10-11 a.m. in Russ Engineering Center Lobby
College of Health, Education, and Human Services – 10-11 a.m. in Millett Hall Atrium
Raj Soin College of Business, 9-11 a.m. in Rike Hall Lobby
Population and Public Health (PPHS) at 2555 University Blvd. - 9 a.m.
Pharmacology Toxicology, Health Sciences, Room 205 – 10 a.m. 
All are welcome
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Homecoming Salsa Night

Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Student Union Atrium
Live music, dancing, light refreshments provided. Dress is casual.  
Event is free and open to all! 
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Paint and Sipping in the Stars

Join in the fun with a Paint and Sip event.
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
All are welcome
Alumni: RSVP for this event
Purchase student tickets

Homecoming Table Tennis Tournament

Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Student Union Gym
All are welcome
RSVP for this event
 

Trivia Night

Sponsored by the College of Health, Education, and Human Services
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Wandering Griffin
All are welcome
RSVP for this event
 

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Friday, February 7

Starstruck Comedy with Comedian Mike Winfield

Time: 2–3 p.m.
Location: Student Union Market
Sponsored by RCA
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Alumni Awards 

Time: 6:30–8 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
All are welcome
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Stars on the Stage: Rathskeller After Dark)

Dueling pianos, a bar, and snacks
Time: 8–11 p.m.
Location: Student Union Market
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Raider Landing (Bookstore) Extended Hours

Raider Landing will have extended hours today and will be open until 8:30 p.m.
 

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Saturday, February 8

Throwback Housing Tours

Join Residence Life and Housing during Homecoming Weekend for our Throwback Tours! Revisit the residence halls you once called home and relive those unforgettable memories. Whether it was late-night study sessions or impromptu dance parties, we can’t wait to share some laughs and stories. Drop into the Forest Lane Community Center anytime between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to join the fun and stroll down memory lane! 
Time: 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
All are welcome
RSVP for a Throwback Tour

Homecoming Shuttle

From Student Union and Allyn to Nutter Gate 9 
Time: 4–10 p.m.
All are welcome
 

Raider Roundup and Chili Cookoff 

Join the Raider community in celebrating homecoming with games, inflatables, food, music, and fun! Chili Cookoff is open to faculty, staff, and students. 
Time: 4–6:30 p.m.
Location: McLin Gym
All are welcome
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Men’s Basketball vs. IU Indy

Cheer on the Men's Basketball team as they take on IU Indy.

• Homecoming royalty announced during halftime
• Alumni Award winners recognized at halftime
• Half-court shot

Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center
All are welcome
Buy tickets  |  Use code HOMECOMING25

Beer Tasting 

Time: 9–11 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center Berry Room
All are welcome
Alumni: RSVP for this event

Homecoming Dance 

Dance the night away with UAB.
Time: 8–11 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
Students only
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