HOMECOMING 2022
September 29-October 1
Come one, come all to celebrate Homecoming weekend with us. Full of Bluejay fun, activities for the weekend include alumni gatherings, athletic competition, the Bluejay Block Party, a parade and so much more.
You’ll find all of the event information below. Make sure to check back, because the list of events is ever-growing. Join us as we let the good times soar at Elmhurst University!
Register for Homecoming Events
Thursday, September 29
Class of 1972 Welcome Gathering
5:00 p.m.
H Bar at Hyatt House Chicago Oak Brook
Department of Theatre and Dance presents the Spitfire Grill
8:00 p.m.
The Mill Theatre
Friday, September 30
Class of 1962 Reunion
11:00 a.m.
Frick Center, Melanchthon Room
Retired FAS Lunch
Noon
Frick Center, Prospect Room
Class of 1972 Pre-Reunion Cocktail Reception
4:00 p.m.
Frick Center, Blume Board Room
Registration Deadline: Friday, Sept. 22
ELSA Alumni Families Reunion
6:00–8:30 p.m.
Frick Center, North Prospect Room
50-Year Club Reunion Dinner and Induction
Honoring the Class of 1972
5:00 p.m.
Frick Center, Founders Lounge
Open to all members of the 50-Year Club (class of 1972 and earlier) to connect with fellow Bluejays and welcome the newest classes to the Club. Registration deadline: Friday, Sept. 22
Master of Occupational Therapy Alumni Reunion
6:00–8:00 p.m.
Cureton Hall, Lucks Conference Room
Friday’s Featured Event
Bonfire and Pep Rally
7:00 p.m. Music by Gina Venier; Bonfire Begins
8:00 p.m. Pep Rally
9:00 p.m. DJ Set
University Mall
Department of English Reunion
6:00–8:30 p.m.
Hammerschmidt Chapel Steps
Alumni and Parent Mixer
7:00 p.m.
University Mall
All alumni and Bluejay parents are invited to join in on the Friday night celebrations! Drinks and heavy appetizers will be served.
Honors Program Reunion
7:00–9:00 p.m.
University Mall
Department of Theatre and Dance presents The Spitfire Grill
8:00 p.m.
The Mill Theatre
Saturday, October 1
Tailgate Lot Opens
7:00 a.m.
Alexander Parking Lot
Make sure to bring your own tailgating essentials!
Homecoming Service and Breakfast with Chaplain Matheney
8:00–9:00 a.m.
Frick Center, Prospect Room
Social Clubs Reunion Breakfast
9:00–11:30 a.m.
Frick Center, President’s Dining Room
Calling all alumni from the ’60s and ’70s! Were you involved in a social group during your time on campus? Members of Adelphae, HIZ-I, Praetors, Squires and Tau Kappa Epsilon are invited for a reunion breakfast before the big game!
Homecoming Parade
10:00 a.m. Saturday
Main route: Prospect Avenue
Saturday’s Featured Event
Bluejay Block Party
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Alexander Blvd.
Join us for activities for the whole family, games, food trucks, music and more!
School of Business Tailgate
10:30 a.m.
Alexander Parking Lot
ElmU Band, Choir and Orchestra Homecoming Concert
11:00 a.m.
Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel
Music Department Open House
11:00 a.m.
Hammerschmidt Memorial Chapel
Department of Nursing Reunion
11:00 a.m.
Memorial Hall Lawn
ELSA Tailgate
11:00 a.m.
Alexander Parking Lot
Meet and Greet with the Office of Equity and Inclusion
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lehmann Hall Patio
Memorial Bench Dedication
Honoring Dr. Deatra Sullivan-Morgan
11:30 a.m.
Jean Koplin Memorial Hall, Room 104
Music Department BBQ
Noon
Kranz Forum
The Bill Fraccaro Alumni Hospitality Tent
Opens at 11:00 a.m.
Langhorst Field
Ceremonial Coin Toss with the Class of 1972
12:50 p.m.
Langhorst Field
Football vs. Carthage College
1:00 p.m.
Langhorst Field
Physics Reunion
3:00–6:00 p.m.
Schaible Science Center, Gazebo
Men’s Soccer vs. Carroll University
5:00 p.m.
Langhorst Field
Women’s Soccer vs. Carroll University
7:30 p.m.
Langhorst Field
Department of Theatre and Dance presents The Spitfire Grill
8:00 p.m.
The Mill Theatre
Event Registration
Click the button below to navigate to the registration website and sign up for the weekend’s events. We look forward to seeing you on campus soon, Bluejays!
Register for Homecoming Events
Event Parking Map
Homecoming Lodging Discounts
Traveling in from out of town? You can also find special hotel rates for Elmhurst University guests below. But make sure to book your room soon.
Click on the hotel name for a booking link.
Courtyard by Marriott
370 N. Route 83
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 941-9444
Guests can mention the “Elmhurst University Group Rate” to receive a special group rate. The last day to book is Thursday, September 8, 2022.
Hyatt House
210 22nd Street
Oakbrook, IL 60523
(888) 591-1234
Guests can mention they’re with the Elmhurst University Homecoming Group or mention the group discount code G-ELHC. The last day to book is Friday, September 9, 2022.
Bluejay Spirit Shop
Next time you are on campus, check out our Bluejay Spirit Shop! It is located inside the Frick Center—and also takes orders online.
Elmhurst University alumni can save 10% off their entire online purchase with code EUHC2022. This offer is valid from September 1–October 1, 2022.
Relive 2021 Homecoming Highlights
Check out last year’s Homecoming celebration during the University’s 150th anniversary!
Friday Pep Rally
A special fireworks display punctuated a spirited pep rally.
Parade and Gameday
Catch all the action from the Homecoming parade and football game.
Vintage Baseball Game
The University took on the City of Elmhurst in an old-style baseball game.