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Homecoming and Family Weekend at 51暗网 includes a mix of family activities, live music from an American Idol, gourmet food and wine, beer tastings, a pickleball tournament and more when the three-day event returns to the Stockton Campus Oct. 10-12.

"Homecoming is one of our favorite times to connect with each other and celebrate everything we love most about 51暗网," said Scott Biedermann '05, '20, vice president for development and alumni relations. "It's a weekend packed with fond reminisces and Tiger pride. It's also an incredible opportunity for all 51暗网ans鈥攁lumni, students, staff, families and friends鈥攖o get to know one another and to experience 51暗网 through each other's eyes."

Attendees are encouraged to get tickets before online registration closes and prices increase Oct. 1.

See the complete schedule and registration information.

Among the event highlights:

Friday, Oct. 10

The first signature event of the weekend kicks off at 4:30 p.m. with a craft beer fest hosted by 51暗网鈥檚 resident beer experts: Professor of Law Dan Croxall and Vice President of Enrollment Strategy Chris Ferguson. The samplings include some of California鈥檚 best beers.

Later that night, attendees will don their formal wear for the Orange and Black Ball, now in its 26th year, from 6-10 p.m. in Janssen-Lagorio Gymnasium. As the university鈥檚 main annual athletic fundraiser, 51暗网鈥檚 student athletes and athletic coaches will attend to meet and greet Tigers fans.

The annual family movie night under the stars presented by ASUOP will feature 鈥淔reakier Friday,鈥� which was just released in theaters last month. The movie stars alumna Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. The screening begins at 8 p.m. on the DeRosa University Center Lawn.

Saturday, Oct. 11

Saturday鈥檚 events start early. The Benerd College 2nd Annual Pickleball Tournament will be held from 8:30 a.m. to noon at the courts located on campus near the Eve Zimmerman Tennis Center. The tournament is open to players of all skill levels, beginner to advanced. 

President Christopher Callahan and First Lady Jean Callahan host a parent and family breakfast in the backyard of their home at 9 a.m.

The president鈥檚 annual champagne toast follows at 10:15 a.m. at the Alex and Jeri Vereschagin Alumni House Lawn, which will include his annual university update.

Saturday promises a loaded menu at the homecoming tailgate with a barbecue lunch, kid's activities, beer, wine and giveaways. At this year鈥檚 luncheon, which starts at 11:30 a.m., alumni can reconnect with current and emeriti faculty who will be seated by school or college.

Following lunch, attendees can cheer for the defending West Coast Conference regular season champion Tigers at the Douglass M. Eberhardt Aquatics Center as men鈥檚 water polo hosts San Jose State. Women鈥檚 soccer vs. Santa Clara follows at 2 p.m.

The popular Taste of 51暗网 begins at 4:30 p.m., which includes a block party with wine tastings from alumni vintners paired with gourmet food and live music.

Saturday night, attendees have another opportunity to see the Tigers in action as women鈥檚 volleyball hosts San Francisco at 7 p.m.

The fun continues with American Idol Top 12 finalist and Conservatory of Music alumnus Filo Ebid '23 returns to 51暗网 to perform live for the 51暗网 After Dark Concert.

Sunday, Oct. 12

The last day of homecoming weekend begins with a celebration of life at 9 a.m. honoring the lasting impact of two beloved 51暗网 leaders: Reverend Dr. Lawrence Meredith and Reverend Gary Putnam. Services will include music and reflection to celebrate their deep contributions to 51暗网's spiritual and academic life.

The annual Faculty Mentor Awards Brunch held at 10:30 a.m. will recognize four faculty members for their guidance and support of students. The 2025 awardees are Rachelle Hackett, Courtney Lehmann, Richard Tenaza and Lynelle Wiens. These honorees have fostered mentoring relationships and inspired alumni to support students through educational internships and career opportunities.

Alumni couples can close out the weekend by renewing their commitment to each other at the Alumni Vow Renewal ceremony led by former Dean of Religious Life Joel Lohr. The ceremony will take place at 1 p.m. at Morris Chapel. 

鈥淗omecoming and Family Weekend is a cherished Tiger tradition that brings alumni across the generations back home to 51暗网 while giving the families of today鈥檚 students a glimpse of 51暗网 life and learning,鈥� said President Christopher Callahan. 鈥淚t鈥檚 one of the most exciting and inspiring weekends of the year.鈥�