Homecoming 2023 is coming in September, and a good time is guaranteed! New reunions and events are being added to the lineup… click the registration button to see what’s currently cooking and to get registered for events taking place throughout the weekend. We hope to see you there!
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Alumni Baseball Game
Join the 2023-24 St. Francis baseball team and coaching staff for our annual alumni baseball game. The evening will include; batting practice, home run derby, the game, and food for all! Families are welcome.
6 p.m. at Duly Health and Care Field in Joliet
Complimentary; Registration Required
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
Homecoming Tailgate & Football Game
Join the USF family for our Homecoming tailgate and football game! Fun for all ages, enjoy free food, music, giveaways, children’s activities, photos with Bernie and other great fun before the big game.
Tailgate
Sponsored by the Alumni Association and Student Activities Board
11 a.m. at Joliet Memorial Stadium
Currently Scheduled Tailgate Reunions
-1993 Championship Team Reunion
-Baseball
-Class of 1968
-College of Business & Health Administration
-CRSS Alumni Reunion
-SGA Reunion
Football Game
USF’s Fighting Saints vs. St. Xavier University
1 p.m. at Joliet Memorial Stadium
Complimentary; Registration Required
Campus Tour
The University of St. Francis campus has changed dramatically in recent years including many beautification efforts as well as our St. Clare Campus, St. Bonaventure Campus (downtown), and our Brown Science Building. It is a campus and university filled with both beauty and Franciscan spirit. Take a tour with us and see all the amazing changes happening at USF! Led by the USF Saints Ambassadors.
1:30-3 p.m.
Departs from Alumni Gathering Room (Motherhouse, 2nd floor)
Complimentary; Registration Required
Class of 1968 Reunion Reception
Join your classmates for an opportunity to walk down memory lane!
1:30-3 p.m. – Merichka’s Restaurant, Joliet
Complimentary; Registration Required
Alumni Memorial Mass
Alumni are invited to worship as a community of faith as we celebrate our homecoming, offer thanks, and remember alumni and friends who have gone before us. Fr. Michael Jennrich, OSF, the university’s chaplain, will be our celebrant. Limited seats available.
4:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph Chapel (Motherhouse, 3rd Floor)
Complimentary; Registration Required
Journalism, Mass Communication and CMMA Alumni Reunion
Please join the Department of Communication & Media Arts (CMMA) at a fun gathering featuring music and fun!
5-7 p.m. on the “4th Floor,” TV Studio & Mac Labs (Tower Hall, 4th Floor)
Complimentary; Registration Required
Distinguished Alumni Dinner
All are invited for dinner as we recognize this year’s honored year alumni (the classes of 2022, 2018, 2013, 2008, 2003, 1998, 1993, 1988, 1983, 1978, 1973 and before) and celebrate our 50th reunion alumnae as they are inducted into our Assisian Club. Alumni award winners will be presented by USF President Arvid C. Johnson, Ph.D. Limited seats available.
5:30 p.m. in San Damiano Hall (Motherhouse 3rd floor)
Alumni Complimentary/$25 per guest ($5 per transaction is a USF donation); Registration Required
Directions to Campus: Need a map or directions to campus? Visit www.stfrancis.edu/visitors/directions or call (877) 811-ALUM.
For your convenience, listed below are several hotels located in the Joliet area and near the University of St. Francis. When making your reservation, please advise them you are with the University of St. Francis to take advantage of the USF discount rate where applicable.
Comfort Inn North
3235 Norman Avenue
815-676-5293
Fairfield Inn & Suite by Marriott
3239 Norman Avenue
Joliet
815-436-6577
Hampton Inn–North
3555 Mall Loop Drive
Joliet
815-439-9500
Hampton Inn–South
1521 Riverboat Center Drive
Joliet
815-725-2424
Home2Suites by Hilton
4095 Hennepin Drive
Joliet
815-727-3310
LaQuinta Inn & Suites
19715 NE Frontage Road
Shorewood
815-768-4282
Wingate Inn
101 McDonald Avenue
Joliet
815-741-2100
Parking space on campus is limited. Guests are welcome to park in campus lots and can disregard USF parking permit restriction signs. For a campus map, visit www.stfrancis.edu/main-campus.
Dress is generally casual, although you may want to wear a dress or jacket/tie or dress to the Alumni Memorial Mass and the Distinguished Alumni Dinner. Comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing for outdoor activities and tours are recommended. Be sure to wear your favorite USF gear to the tailgate!
Fore more information or if you are interested in hosting a reunion or event during Homecoming, contact the Alumni & Family Relations Office at 877-811-ALUM or alumni@stfrancis.edu.
