Homecoming week has arrived at Íæż½ã½ã! Traditionally, college homecoming is a way of welcoming back former students and community members and celebrating the university’s many years of serving students and community. Additionally, it is a way to share the unique culture, accomplishments, and good news of the university and its many activities. This year continues the tradition with a fun lineup of Homecoming celebrations!Ìý
This year, the cornerstone of WPU Homecoming will be three games celebrating the fall soccer and volleyball season. The community is invited to come together to cheer on the Knights on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28!ÌýTickets are available for purchase at the door—cash only.ÌýÌý
Women’s Volleyball: Friday, October 27th at 2pm in C.C. Perry GymÌý
Reserved Seating – $15Ìý
General Admission Adult – $7Ìý
Seniors (65+ with ID) – $5Ìý
Students (Grades 1-12 & College with ID) – FreeÌý
Children (5 and under) – FreeÌý
WPU Students & Staff with ID – FreeÌý
Men’s Soccer: Saturday, October 28th at 12pm at Eastside Timbers Sports ComplexÌý
(Ticket prices are the same as above & cash only)Ìý
Women’s Soccer: Saturday, October 28th at 2:30pm at Eastside Timbers Sports ComplexÌý
Here is a look at the other homecoming activities throughout the week! You are invited to come to campus and participate where highlighted below!Ìý
Saturday, October 21 – Service Saturday from 9:00am to 4:00pm – WPU CampusÌý
A day of service where students have the opportunity to earn service credit and work with the facilities team to beautify the campus in preparation for homecoming!Ìý
Monday, October 23 – Paint-N-Sip from 3:30pm to 7:30pm – Student Life Center (SLC)Ìý
This is a Warner tradition during Homecoming. Staff and faculty are welcome. There will be ceramics to paint and tea, cider, and snacks.Ìý
Tuesday, October 24 (PUBLIC INVITED) – Red Cross Blood Drive from 10:00am to 3:00pm – Egtvedt 203Ìý
Open to the greater community to donate!Ìý
Wednesday, October 25 (PUBLIC INVITED) – Talent and Fashion Show from 7:00pm to 8:30pm – McGuire AuditoriumÌý
The Talent and Fashion show will feature talent from students and staff.Ìý The fashion show will be fun and educational with career service advice on how to dress for success.Ìý
Thursday, October 26 (PUBLIC INVITED) – Special Chapel at 10:30am – Schlatter ChapelÌý
33 years ago—On Oct. 25—ground broke for Schlatter Memorial Chapel. It took three years to build, and this is the 30th anniversary of its completion.Ìý
Knighttime Madness from 7pm to 8:30pm – C.C. Perry GymÌý
Knight’s Madness is a hoops tournament that is open to all.Ìý Our very own President Johnson will be competing.Ìý Contact Matt if you want to join in the fun!Ìý
Friday, October 27 (PUBLIC INVITED) – Volleyball Tailgate and Homecoming Women’s Volleyball Match at 1:00pm – C.C. Perry Gym FoyerÌý
Come down to the gym at 1pm for some food and support our Knights before their afternoon game against Walla Walla at 2pm.Ìý
Saturday, October 28 (PUBLIC INVITED)Ìý– Senior Day and Homecoming Soccer Matches – Men’s at 12:00pm; Women’s at 2:30pm – Eastside Timbers Sports Complex & Volleyball at 5pm – C.C. Perry GymÌý
Come celebrate our senior athletes for men’s and women’s soccer in the afternoon and volleyball in the evening.Ìý
Sunday, October 29 (PUBLIC INVITED) – Greater Halloween Options for Safe Trick-or-Treating from 4:00pm to 7:00pm – Egtvedt 203Ìý
Homecoming week commences with a harvest community event. There will be treats, games, and more!Ìý