Judson's Homecoming & Family Weekend 2026
Alumni & Family Chapel
Free
Friday, October 9 | 10:00- 10:45 AM |
Herrick Chapel
Join us for the annual Homecoming Alumni & Family Chapel service!
** Registered Alumni & Families should look for reserved seating in the chapel that morning!
Friday Alumni & Family Lunch- Cafeteria
$10
Friday, October 9 | 11:15 AM - 12:30 PM |
Betty Lindner Campus Commons, Dining Hall
Join us for lunch in the Cafeteria!
** Registered Alumni & Families should look for special seating in the cafeteria.
Alumni & Family Open Houses
Free
Friday, October 9 | 1:00-3:00 PM |
- Draewell Gallery
- Judson Remembers – Herrick Chapel
- Glunz Hall Exhibit – 28 N Grove
RISE Alumni Panel
Free
Friday, October 9 | 1:00-3:00 PM |
JU Family & Students- Coffee & Desserts
Free
Friday, October 9 | 1:00-3:00 PM |
Current Judson Parents & Family members are invited to join their student for some afternoon coffee & desserts in this special time of fellowship and fun as we celebrate Judson's Family Weekend!
President's State of the University
Free
Friday, October 9 | 3:00-4:00 PM |
Thompson Hall- Thulin Auditorium
Hear the State of the University from Judson University President, Dr. Gene Crume, and have the opportunity to ask questions. Anniversary classes will meet afterwards to connect with one another.
Alumni Anniversary Year Gatherings
Free
Friday, October 9 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM |
Join us as we celebrate and gather together with our Alumni from the following Anniversary years! 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, & 2021.
Alumni Banquet & Awards
$30
Friday, October 9 | 6:30-8:30 PM |
Reed Room- Lindner Tower
Celebrate our Alumni Award Recipients!
2026 Alumnus of the Year:
- Dr. William C. Nolte ’78
2026 Distinguished Alumni:
- TBA
2026 Family Legacy Award:
- TBA
Alumni Banquet Child (Ages 4-12 years)
$10
Friday, October 9 | 6:30-8:30 PM |
Reed Room- Lindner Tower
Celebrate our Alumni Award Recipients!
2026 Alumnus of the Year:
- Dr. William C. Nolte ’78
2026 Distinguished Alumni:
- TBA
2026 Family Legacy Award:
- TBA
Athletic Hall of Fame Banquet
$30
Saturday, October 10 | 9:30- 10:30 AM |
Reed Room- Lindner Tower
Join us to recognize this years JU Hall of Fame inductees and all their amazing accomplishments!
- TBA
Alumni Athletic Games
Free
Saturday, October 10 | 9:00-10:30 AM |
- Baseball
- Softball
Residence Life Activity
Free
Saturday, October 10 | 10:00-11:30 AM |
More details coming soon!
RISE Community Tailgate
$10
Saturday, October 10 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Judson RISE Alumni, Students, Families, and faculty & staff are welcome to join us for food and fellowship before the big game!
JU Community Tailgate
$20
Saturday, October 10 | 11:30 AM-1:00 PM |
Join the Judson community for food and fellowship with one another before the big game! $20 per person
**PLEASE NOTE - no alcohol is permitted on the Judson campus. Hamburgers/Hot Dogs will be served.
Football Game Admission- Alumni & Non-JU Students
$7
FOR JUDSON ALUMNI & Non-JU Students Only!!
Special Discounted Rate for Judson Alumni and non-JU Students!
Saturday, October 10 | 1:00 pm
Dawson Field
First-ever on campus Homecoming Football Game!
Football Game Admission- Adults
$10
Saturday, October 10 | 1:00 pm
Dawson Field
First-ever on campus Homecoming Football Game!
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