Get ready, Saints! This year’s Alumni Weekend and Homecoming is a special time to create lasting memories together. We’re planning an unforgettable weekend of exciting events and festivities for all alumni, current students, and the local community. We’re finalizing the 2025 schedule over the next few weeks, so be sure to check back regularly for the latest updates, adjustments, and new additions.
If you have questions or would like to order tickets by phone, please call the alumni office at 517-264-7140, and we will be delighted to assist!
2025 ALUMNI WEEKEND AND HOMECOMING SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2
7:30 pm – Theatre Siena Presents: “Little Women” – The Broadway Musical
Purchase Tickets: HERE OR you can buy them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center on Deb Haller Stage
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3
2:00 – 4:00 pm – Alumni Registration
Sign in and pick up SHU Swag (while supplies last!). Meet your Alumni Board members and thank them for their service!
@ the University Center Lobby
4:00 pm – Distinguished Alumni Awards Ceremony
Please join your SHU Alumni Board and special guests as we honor this year’s group of Alumni Award winners. See the list below of honorees. The awards will also be streamed live on Zoom if you are unable to attend in person.
Recent Graduate Award: Nate Adams ’17
Saint Dominic Award: Tyler George ’08
Sister Ann Joachim Award: Lonnie E. Shipe ’82
Saint Catherine of Siena Award: Tony Gonzalez ’82
Honorary Alumni Award: Julius Nagy
@ Rueckert Auditorium, inside Dominican Hall
6:00 – 8:00 pm – Alumni Art Exhibition: “In Conclusion” – FOOD/DRINK SOLD OUT
In Conclusion is a celebration of the history of Studio Angelico featuring works by alum and long-time Siena supporter Ken Thompson (‘77), and professor Timothy Van Beke. The works in this exhibition reflect on the intersection of process, exploration, and inquiry within the context of Studio Angelico’s long history focused on teaching, critical thinking, and fostering self-expression in support of Siena’s mission and Dominican values.
FOOD/DRINK SOLD OUT – Exhibit complimentary – Tickets required. Early bird pricing through September 15! Tickets are $20 early bird or $25 after September 15. RSVP and Purchase Tickets: HERE
@ Klemm Gallery
6:00 pm – Athletics Hall of Fame Celebration
Siena Heights Athletics will induct numerous student-athletes, coaches, administrators, and teams into the SHU Athletics Hall of Fame class during the 2025-26 school year. The new members will be honored at 1 of 5 Hall of Fame banquets to be conducted in 2025-26. Guests will enjoy a reception, heavy appetizers, and drinks.
The dates of the banquets are listed below. Banquets will be geared toward specific teams, although honorees will be welcome at any of the five gatherings. View all teams and honorees: HERE
Friday, Oct. 3 – Football, Men’s Soccer, Women’s Soccer, and Women’s Volleyball teams and honorees.
Saturday, Dec. 6 – Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Cheer, and Dance teams and honorees.
Saturday, Feb. 14 – Men’s Basketball, Women’s Basketball, Men’s Volleyball, Men’s Lacrosse, and Women’s Lacrosse teams and honorees.
Saturday, Mar. 21 – Men’s Cross Country, Women’s Cross Country, Men’s Track and Field, and Women’s Track and Field teams and honorees.
Friday, Apr. 17 – Baseball, Softball, Men’s Golf, Women’s Golf, and Esports teams and honorees.
Tickets will be required. Learn about Hall of Fame Ceremony Inductee and Sign Up Details: HERE
@ the Fieldhouse
7:00 pm – Women’s Volleyball Game
SHU vs Defiance College. View SHU Women’s Volleyball schedule and stats.
@ the Fieldhouse
7:30 pm – Theatre Siena Presents: “Little Women” – The Broadway Musical
Purchase Tickets: HERE OR you can buy them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center on Deb Haller Stage
8:30 – 11:30 pm – Oktoberfest – NO RSVP NECESSARY – See you there!
This event features DJ Wilson! Join your friends for some late-night fun with snacks and beer (for purchase). RSVP: HERE
@ Trinity Garden, weather permitting. For our rain location, it will be held in the Benincasa Hall.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4
8:00 am – Men’s Baseball Alumni Game
Batting Practice at 8:00 am
First Pitch at 9:00 am
Donuts and coffee will be provided. Old baseball jerseys and practice gear for sale.
If interested, contact Coach Marik at tmarik@sienaheights.edu
@ McLaughlin Baseball Office/Clubhouse/Field
9:00 am – Women’s Basketball Alumni Game
Contact Sue Syljebeck for more information. Email: SSYLJEBE@sienaheights.edu
@ the Fieldhouse
9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Alumni Registration
Sign in and pick up SHU Swag (while supplies last!) Meet your Alumni Board members and thank them for their service!
@ Tailgate area inside the Alumni Tent in the stadium parking lot. We will be in the largest tent along the sidewalk.
9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Homecoming Tailgate
The Alumni Board will be circling the tailgate areas looking for this year’s winners of our coveted best food, decorations, spirit, and overall MVP trophies!
Tailgating in the grassy areas surrounding the stadium parking lot is first-come, first-served. The stadium parking lot opens for parking at 8 am, while the grass lot opens at 9 am.
Individual parking passes for the stadium lot can be purchased online: HERE
Noon – Homecoming Football Game
SHU vs. Judson University. Purchase Football Tickets: HERE
Theme: GOLD OUT
Haftime: Alumni Award Winner Recognition, the Crowning of Homecoming Kings and Queens, and Alumni Homecoming Pep-Band Halftime Show:
You are invited to participate in an Alumni Pep-Band Halftime Show during Siena’s homecoming game on Saturday, October 4th! More details will be made available in the coming days. If interested, please submit this form. Anyone with questions can reach out to Jacob Wilson at 517-759-7979 or jwilson8@sienaheights.edu.
View SHU Football schedule and stats.
@ O’Laughlin Stadium
2:00 pm – Women’s Volleyball Game
SHU vs. Lourdes University. View SHU Women’s Volleyball schedule and stats.
@ the Fieldhouse
4:00 pm – Inauguration of Dr. Cheri Betz, 12th President of Siena Heights University, Ceremony and Homecoming Mass
Inauguration ceremony details coming soon!
@ St. Dominic Chapel led by Father Tom Helfrich
4:00 pm – Men’s Soccer Game
SHU vs Indiana Tech University. View SHU Men’s Soccer schedule and stats.
@ O’Laughlin Stadium
5:30 pm – All Alumni Dinner and Reunion – SOLD OUT
Celebrate reunion classes (ending in “5” & “0”), our Alumni Award winners, and guests for a wonderful dinner (includes beer, wine, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and desserts). Extra special reunion gifts for our Golden Saints from the class of 1975! Also, meet our new president of Siena Heights University Dr. Cheri Betz! She will share her inaugural remarks.
SOLD OUT – Ticket required. Early bird pricing through September 15! Tickets are $45 early bird or $50 after September 15. RSVP and Purchase Tickets: HERE
@ Benincasa Hall
7:00 pm – Women’s Soccer Game
SHU vs. Indiana Tech University. View SHU Women’s Soccer schedule and stats.
@ O’Laughlin Stadium
7:30 pm – Theatre Siena Presents: “Little Women” – The Broadway Musical
Purchase Tickets: HERE OR you can buy them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center on Deb Haller Stage
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5
9:30 am – SHU Golf Outing Event – SOLD OUT
Register your team and join us for our homecoming golf outing. Price includes continental breakfast, shotgun start at 10:00 am, 18 holes of golf with cart, post golf Hoagie Man sub, and a whole lot of FUN!
SOLD OUT – Ticket required. Early bird pricing through September 15! RSVP and Purchase Tickets: HERE
@ Woodlawn Golf Course – 4634 Treat Hwy, Adrian, MI 49221
2:30 pm – Theatre Siena Presents: “Little Women” – The Broadway Musical
Purchase Tickets: HERE OR you can buy them at the box office on the day of the event.
@ the Spencer Performing Arts Center on Deb Haller Stage
CAMPUS PARKING MAP
Questions or updates on parking information, contact Campus Safety at 517-264-7194. View our campus map.
Stadium Guide and Tailgating Policy can be found on our athletics website.
Courtesy Golf Cart transportation will be roaming the campus. Be sure to ask for assistance from the volunteer drivers!
