Lights, Camera, Homecoming!
Roll Out the Blue Carpet for 4 DAYS OF SPECTACULAR ENTERTAINMENT! OCTOBER 12—15, 2023
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4 DAYS OF EVENTS
(MANY OF THE WEEKEND'S EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL) -
FREE
Admission to Owls Athletics events
(Homecoming Weekend only)
Thank you for coming back to the Nest for the BIGGEST Westfield State University Homecoming EVER!
Fun for the whole family!
Westfield State is going Hollywood to shine a spotlight on our Owls! You’ll be a star when you join us to celebrate our community and create new memories that are worthy of the silver screen.
- Multiple athletic events
- Parenzo Hall ribbon cutting
- Poetry reading, student concert, and art showcases
- Tailgating and tent decoration contest*
- Homecoming Scholarship Dinner*
- Athletic Hall of Fame Induction*
- Live music and trivia
- Jazz Brunch and more!
*Limited capacity activities may require reservation or tickets
Schedule of Events
Be sure to check each event to register if required.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12
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President's Homecoming Dinner: "Spotlight on Scholarship" Join President Linda Thompson and our Honorary Chairs, Dr. Terrell '92 and Charmaine Hill for an engaging evening, showcasing student achievement and the amazing partners who sponsor these efforts. Entertainment by Student Musicians Celebrating the following scholarships: The Dan Doyle Memorial Scholarship Kick off your Homecoming Weekend as we shine a spotlight on scholarship at Westfield State University! |
5:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception-Interactive Showcase of Student Achievements 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Program |
Tekoa Country Club, Westfield, MA |
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13
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| Parenzo Ribbon Cutting Welcome back to the new and improved Parenzo Hall! Join us as we rededicate the first academic building on Westfield State's current campus. The new space is home to Dever Stage (Auditorium), The Center for Student Success & Engagement, The Department of Education, The Department of Political Science, and the new Collab & Maker Space. Come for the ceremony, stay for the tours! |
11 a.m. | Entrance of Parenzo Hall |
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A Workshop with Alumna Rae Cofsky ’17 |
2 p.m. | Dower 191 |
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Department of English Presents: Alumni Poetry Reading *Zoom link to follow |
4 p.m. (Poetry Reading) |
Arno Maris Gallery |
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Athletic Hall of Fame This year's dinner honors: |
5:30 p.m. |
Scanlon Banquet Hall |
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Field Hockey Game |
7 p.m. |
Alumni Field |
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14
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| Men's Soccer | 11 a.m. | Alumni Field |
| Tag Sale | 11 a.m. — 4 p.m. | Alumni Field |
| Music Department Concert | 4 p.m. | Dever Stage, Parenzo Hall |
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Tent Tailgating Village! Westfield State Alumni Relations & The Alumni Association invite Alumni, Student (+21) Groups, Departments, and the community to the tent tailgating village! Gather your friends, coolers, picnics, and your 10x10 tailgating tent for an afternoon of Owl Pride! Space is limited, so register by Oct. 6th. While students and community members under 21 may attend, registrants must be 21+. *The tailgating area will be free to enter, but you must be registered if bringing a tent. Click the link for all rules and regulations.
Departments/ Groups with tents. Visit with your faculty, fellow alums, and students!
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12—5 p.m. |
Woodward Center (Outside of the Softball Field) |
| Game Side | 12—5 p.m. | Alumni Field |
| Bobblehead Sales | 12—4 p.m. | Alumni Field |
| Football | 2 p.m. | Alumni Field |
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Music Department Concert |
4— 6 p.m. |
Dever Stage, Parenzo Hall |
| Women's Lacrosse, Alumni Game | 6 p.m. | Alumni Field |
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15
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| Farewell Jazz Brunch | 10 a.m.—2 p.m. | Dining Commons |
Hotel Information
The Hampton Inn: Westfield (formerly the Holiday Inn Express). Located right off the Mass Pike.
39 Southampton Rd, Westfield, MA 01085
Westfield State rate is $99/ night (plus tax) for two queen beds or a king. $109(plus tax)/ night for a larger room including a pull out bed. Please ONLY call the front desk directly at 413-564-6900. Call quick as rooms will not last!
Quality Inn & Suites: 2 Southampton Rd, Westfield, MA 01085 (right off the Mass Pike).
Contact Us
Alumni Relations