RIVER FALLS – The public is invited to the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Sept. 30-Oct. 6 to celebrate Homecoming festivities that will feature a range of fun activities.

This year’s celebration will commemorate not only new and traditional Homecoming events but also celebrate the 150th anniversary of the founding of UWRF. 

Among the events recognizing both Homecoming and UWRF’s proud history is the 150th Anniversary Tailgate Party featuring a performance by UWRF student Hailey James, an award-winning singer, songwriter and recording artist, on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 11:30 a.m. at David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field. 

James is a five-time award winner from the Midwest Country Music Organization and has performed during a Minnesota Vikings halftime show at U.S. Bank Stadium. She has also opened for such country music legends as Carrie Underwood, Diamond Rio and Crystal Gayle.

Recognizing UWRF’s 150^th anniversary will make Homecoming an even bigger celebration, Alumni Relations Officer Pedro Renta said.

“It’s a wonderful weekend to welcome alumni back to the university along with the community,” Renta said. “It’s a time to remember, laugh, and reconnect with your Falcon family. Homecoming brings all Falcons together.”

Other featured Homecoming events include: 

Home-Cooked Homecoming Meal, Monday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., University Center Terrace. Professor Jake’s Bean Soup is a Homecoming tradition at UWRF. The meal is free and open to the public. Email studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu if questions.

Homecoming Women’s Soccer Match, Wednesday, Oct. 2, 3 p.m., Ramer Soccer Field. Falcons vs. UW-Stout. 

Homecoming Men’s Soccer Match, Friday, Oct. 4, 4 p.m., Ramer Soccer Field. Falcons vs. UW-Whitewater. 

Homecoming Volleyball Game, Friday, Oct. 4, 7 p.m., Page Arena at Falcon Center. Falcons vs. UW-Platteville. 

Friends and Family Night, Friday, Oct. 4, 6-10 p.m., University Center and Falcon Center. The public is invited to tour campus and take part in other activities such as enjoying a murder mystery dinner, climbing a rock wall, or enjoying BINGO in the University Center. For more information, email studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu.

Homecoming Tour, Saturday, Oct. 5, 8:50 a.m. arrival, tour departs at 9 a.m., University Center (next to Einstein Bros. Bagels). Take a one-hour tour of campus to bring back old memories and to see what’s new. Registration required at https://events.idonate.com/campustour/.

Alumni and Friends Coffee, Saturday, Oct. 5, 9 a.m., Ostness Park, North Second Street and East Elm Street, River Falls. Stop by and enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and socialize with fellow UWRF alumni and friends. 

Homecoming Parade, Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m., downtown River Falls. Join in the celebration of UWRF along Second Street in this long-standing Homecoming tradition.

Homecoming Football Game, Saturday, Oct. 5, 1 p.m., David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field. Falcons vs. UW-Eau Claire.  

Homecoming Concert, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2 p.m., Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell Fine Arts. Featuring the Symphony Band, choir and alumni choir.

A complete list of Homecoming events is available at https://students.uwrf.edu/student-involvement/homecoming. For more information, call Alumni Relations at 715-425-4553.

Submitted by UW-River Falls