Events
Pep Rally
October 3, 2024, 7:00 PM
Moore Field House (Wintergreen Parking Lot) (Map)
Students
Join us in Moore Field House Parking Lot as we get ready for the big game on Saturday! Meet the athletic teams, win prizes, compete in contests and make some noise! We hope to see you there!
Caribbean Student Association Presents: Rep Your Flag
October 3, 2024, 10:00 PM
Adanti Student Center Ballroom (Map)
Students
This long-standing tradition is a student favorite! Come out and join CSA in celebration of all cultures. We may be divided by water but will be united by culture! Alumnus DJ Fire on the 1s and 2s! RSVP is required via OwlConnect.
Free ~ SCSU Students ONLY
Field Hockey vs Saint Michael's College
October 4, 2024, 03:30 PM
Jess Dow Field, SCSU (Map)
Everyone
Join our Field Hockey team at Jess Dow Field in the evening as they take on a tough conference opponent in the Purple Knights!
Sibling Night
October 4, 2024, 06:00 PM
Residence Life Quad, Res Halls (Map)
Students Families
Young family members of our residential AND commuter students get the opportunity to spend time on campus and experience a little bit of college life! We have lots of games and activities planned, and make sure they bring their sleeping bags if they are staying overnight! Contact the Office of Residence Life for questions on age restrictions for overnight: (reslife@southernct.edu). Register By September 30th.
Athletic Donor Reception
October 4, 2024, 06:00 PM
Haven Beer Company (Map)
Everyone
Donors who give $100 or more before Friday, Sept 27th will receive exclusive access to Southern's VIP Athletic Donor Reception on Oct. 4th! Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle with head coaches and fellow supporters of SCSU Athletics! A private invitation will be sent to all donors who qualify by Friday, September 27th - make your gift today!
Late Night Breakfast
October 4, 2024, 09:00 PM
Connecticut Hall (Map)
Students
Head to Connecticut Hall for late night breakfast and BINGO! We will have a full breakfast buffet, music, giveaways and of course, BINGO! Prizes include electronics, gift cards, and much more! Be sure to bring your hoot loot card and a charged cell phone to the event. We will see you there!
Free ~ SCSU Students ONLY
Women and Men’s Open Basketball Practices
October 5, 2024, 09:00 AM
Moore Field House, SCSU (Map)
Everyone
Get a preview of this year’s Men's and Women's teams, as Coach Burrell and Coach Lynch have invited us to their open practice! *Men: 9-10:30am; Women: 10:30am-12 pm*
Family Welcome Tent
October 5, 2024, 09:30 AM
Moore Field House Lawn (Map)
Families
Families: Stop by to check-in/register for family day if you have not done so in advance. We encourage you to register, whether or not you are purchasing the Family Day Breakfast option.
Breakfast: $20 ~ No Breakfast: Free
Alumni Baseball Game
October 5, 2024, 10:00 AM
The Ballpark (Behind Engleman) (Map)
Alumni
Bring your gear and your icy hot! Join fellow baseball alumni for this annual tradition! Contact Head Coach Tim Shea for more info (sheat1@southernct.edu)
Open House at The CHAMP Center
October 5, 2024, 10:00 AM
College of Health and Human Services, Room 178 (Map)
Everyone
Join us for a Homecoming Open House at The CHAMP (Connecticut Health, Athletic, and Mental Performance) Center. The staff will be available to answer your health and performance-related questions, and will be offering FREE DXA scans for body composition and bone density to the first TEN individuals! Stop by and pick up a free tee shirt.
Alumni/Student Welcome Tent
October 5, 2024, 10:00 AM
Moore Field House Lawn (Map)
Students Alumni
Alumni: Stop by and say hi (and update your information with us) and you will get a complimentary t-shirt, while they last! Students: stop by to pick up your t-shirt and complimentary food truck ticket!
Family Day
October 5, 2024, 10:00 AM
SCSU (Map)
Students Families
Enjoy the Homecoming Festival which kicks off with breakfast (optional), then head over to the rest of the festivities which include Kidz Corner, carnival games and more! And, be sure to catch the SCSU Football team take on Assumption at 2pm.
Tailgate
October 5, 2024, 10:00 AM
North Campus Parking Lot, SCSU (Map)
Everyone
We are moving the tailgate closer to the action this year... to North Campus Parking Lot! Join fellow alumni and community members for food and fellowship. Please familiarize yourself with our Homecoming tailgate policies and expectations prior to attending.
Free Entry
Alumni Softball Game
October 5, 2024, 10:30 AM
Pelz Field (Map)
Alumni
Bring your gear and your icy hot! Join fellow softball alumni for this annual tradition!
Meet Otus the Owl
October 5, 2024, 10:30 AM
Family Day Breakfast (Student Center Ballroom) (Map)
Everyone Families
Come take photos with Otus in the Student Center during Family Day Breakfast!
Honors College
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Engleman Hall, B225 (Map)
Alumni Families
Join us in the Honors College library for some pre-game snacks and nostalgia. All current and former students and their families are welcome.
Creating Our Chosen Family: Celebrating LGBTQ+ History at Southern
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Adanti Student Center Theater (Map)
Everyone Families
October is LGBTQ+ History Month and Southern's history of LGBTQ advocacy, connection, and community is a story to share. Join us for a panel discussion and conversation highlighting LGBTQ+ Life, the Sexuality and Gender Equality (SAGE) Center, and the future of supporting LGBTQ+ students at Southern. Reception and Networking to follow!
Activities and Games
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Moore Field House/Winter Green Parking Lot, SCSU (Map)
Everyone Families
Come on down for food, fun, and music - play games and win prizes too!
Kidz Korner
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Jess Dow Field (tent), SCSU (Map)
Everyone Families
In addition to games and recreational equipment, Kidz Korner will also have face painting and arts & crafts available for our younger Owls, courtesy of our PE Club!
Food Trucks
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Moore Field House/Winter Green Parking Lot, SCSU (Map)
Everyone
We'll have local vendors from miles around serving up their specialties - from BBQ to tacos, burgers, cookies, or ice cream...even a vegan option! There's definitely something to satisfy all owl taste buds - bring your appetite! Cash and credit/debit cards are accepted.
Food and beverage price vary per food truck.
Owl Town
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Jess Dow Field, SCSU (Map)
Everyone
We started 'Owl Town', a few years ago, and it continues to get bigger and better! Swing by the big tent behind the end zone to catch up with friends, connect with athletic alumni, meet coaches and current players from all of our sports teams, as well as some of our campus leadership! Food, beer and wine available for purchase; valid I.D. required
Food and beverage prices vary. Purchase not required to enter Owl Town.
Campus Tours
October 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Wintergreen Building, SCSU (Map)
Everyone Families
Enjoy a tour of the campus and learn about all the latest institutional developments from our student admission guides! Meet in front of the Wintergreen Building.
Meet Otus the Owl
October 5, 2024, 12:00 PM
Community Tent (near Jess Dow Field Entrance) (Map)
Everyone Families
Come find Otus for some photo ops near the Community tent!
Football vs. Assumption University
October 5, 2024, 2:00 PM
Jess Dow Field, SCSU (Map)
Everyone Families
Join us at Jess Dow Field as our Fighting Owls take on the Greyhounds. Entry to the game is complimentary for everyone courtesy of Athletics!
Meet Otus the Owl
October 5, 2024, 03:30 PM
Owl Town (Map)
Everyone Families
Come find Otus for some photo ops at halftime up in Owl Town!
Alumni Lacrosse Game
October 6, 2024, 10:00 AM
Jess Dow Field, SCSU (Map)
Alumni
Join fellow lacrosse alumni for this annual tradition! Contact Coach Kevin Siedlecki for more information (siedleckik1@southernct.edu)
Women's Soccer vs. Southern New Hampshire University
October 6, 2024, 01:00 PM
Jess Dow Field, SCSU (Map)
Everyone
Come support our Women's Soccer Team as we close out Homecoming and Family Weekend! Join them at Jess Dow Field on Sunday afternoon as they take on a tough conference opponent in the Penmen!
