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Homecoming 2023 Schedule of Events

Join our students, alumni, families, and friends for one of our largest annual gatherings to celebrate campus pride and experience BSU life.

Spirit Week kicks off on Monday, Oct. 16 with events throughout the week leading up to Homecoming. For our students, this is a cherished tradition celebrating BSU pride and community.

View event details below for Friday, Oct. 20 and Saturday, Oct. 21.

Please check back for additional details and information. Details are still being finalized and subject to change.

Spirit Week Events Monday - Friday

 

Monday, Oct. 16

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Spirit Week Casino Night 7 - 11 p.m. Rondileau Student Union Grand Ballroom

Students are invited to take a chance at the Spirit Week Casino! Table games will be available, with a prize drawing at the end for all in attendance. Currently enrolled students only.

 

 

Wednesday, Oct. 18

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Wear the Bear Wednesday! All Day   Wear the Bear to show your BSU spirit!

 

Thursday, Oct. 19

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Spirit Week Homecoming Pageant 7 - 9 p.m. Rondileau Student Union Ballroom

Who will be the Champion?? Ten of BSU’s students will compete in a fun-filled showcase of talent and spirit as they strive to be the 2023 Homecoming Champion. Attendees will have the chance to vote to help select the winner! The Champion will be announced at Saturday’s Bristaco’s Block Party.

 

 

 

Friday, Oct. 20

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Golden Bears Society Luncheon 12 - 2 p.m. Dunn Conference Suite
Crimson Hall		 Alumni Event
Campus Tour 2 - 3 p.m. University Park Roundabout Golden Bears and Friday Reunion Class guests are welcome to take a 45-50 minute guided tour of Bridgewater’s beautiful campus to see what has changed since you were a student.
Class of 1963 Social 2 - 4 p.m. East Campus Commons 113 Alumni Event
Class of 1968 Social 2 - 4 p.m. Weygand Hall 1047 Alumni Event
ATP Undergraduate Research Symposium

2 - 5:45 p.m.

2 - 2:45 p.m.
Opening remarks and mini-oral presentations, Moakley Auditorium

2:45 - 4 p.m.
Poster presentations, Moakley and Burnell  atriums

4 - 4:45 p.m.
Mini oral presentations, Moakley Auditorium

4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Poster presentations, Moakley and Burnell atriums

 Moakley Auditorium and Atrium
Burnell Atrium

See the amazing work our ATP undergraduate researchers are doing!
Audiences are welcome at any part of the event.
Field Hockey Game 4 p.m.  Mazzaferro Field BSU vs. Fitchburg State
Athletic Event
Class of 1973 50th Reunion 4 - 7 p.m. Dunn Conference Suite
Crimson Hall		 Alumni Event
WBIM Alumni Radio Takeover 4 - 10 p.m. WBIM
Rondileau Student Union, Lower Foyer		 Spinning the hits since 1972! Tune in to hear your favorite alumni DJs throughout the years.
Class of 1983 Social 5:30 - 7 p.m. Boyden Hall President's Office and Executive Conference Room Alumni Event
Spirit Night 6 - 10 p.m. Kelly Large Gym

BSU is getting a Glow Up! on D style Glow Swings. DJ, Glow Lawn Games and more!

All currently enrolled students are welcome to attend, sponsored by Program Council.
Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Rondileau Student Union Ballroom Athletic Event
Flying Ivories - Dueling Pianos 7 - 10 p.m. Burnell Hall 132B Alumni Event

 

 

Saturday, October 21

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Dining Option: East Campus Commons 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. East Campus Commons Accepting Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Flex, Debit and Credit
WBIM Alumni Radio Takeover 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. WBIM
Rondileau Student Union, Lower Foyer		 Spinning the hits since 1972! Tune in to hear your favorite alumni DJs throughout the years.
Women's Lacrosse Alumni Game 9 - 11 a.m. Mazzaferro Field Athletic Event
Bridgewater Alumni Association Annual Meeting 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Council Chambers,
Rondileau Student Union 201		 Alumni Event
Guided Nature Trail Walk 10 a.m. BSU Great Hill Trails

Join Campus Recreation staff for a 40-minute leisurely walk through BSU’s Great Hill Trails. 
https://www.bsubears.com/InsideAthletics/Facilities/great_hill_index
Trail Walk departs the Adrian Tinsley Center lobby promptly at 10 a.m.  
Please wear appropriate footwear suitable for woodland trails. For more info contact drezendes@bridgew.edu.
Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game      Athletic Event
This event has been postponed to Oct. 29 at 12 p.m. at Mazzaferro Field
Softball Alumni Game TBD Alumni Park Athletic Event
Family and Student Brunch 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Flynn Dining Room, Tillinghast Hall Pre-purchase encouraged for Family members attending
Trolley Tours

10 a.m. & 11 a.m. 

 

Rondileau Student Union Auditorium

Take a 45–50-minute guided tour of Bridgewater’s beautiful campus.

Complimentary
Dining Option: Dunkin 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. East Campus Commons Accepting Dining Dollars, Flex, Debit and Credit
Alumni Homecoming Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Rondileau Student Union Ballroom Alumni Event
Fitness Court® Hands-on Demo 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. University Park Fitness Court Join Campus Recreation staff in University Park at BSU’s new Fitness Court® for free demonstrations of a variety of simple and effective exercises.
https://www.nationalfitnesscampaign.com/fitness-court
Dining Option: Park Ave Diner 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Rondileau Student Union, inside the Bear's Den Accepting Dining Dollars, Flex, Debit and Credit
Bristaco's Block Party 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Rondileau Student Union ground floor in Fountain Lounge and Bears Den

 Reconnect & celebrate with fellow alumni and our extended BSU Family! Families, Alumni, Students – All are welcome!
Family friendly activities, food trucks, student performances, and the crowning of the Homecoming Champion. 
Most activities are free, but some may have a nominal fee to support the BSU Food Pantry and our student organizations.
Women's Soccer Game 12 - 2 p.m. Mazzaferro Field BSU vs. Westfield State
Athletic Event
Affinity Group Meet-Up

12:30 - 3 p.m.

Photo times:
11:30 - 11:45 a.m.
RA's / RHA / NRHH
11:45 - 12 p.m. 
Pride Center / Alumnx Council
12:00 - 12:15 p.m. 
Program Committee / Council
12:15 - 12:30 p.m. 
Student Government Association
12:30 - 1:45 p.m. 
All Fraternities and Sororities
1:45 - 2:15 p.m. 
LGCIE / Multicultural Orgs; Afro-Am, Sister Scholars, MIB, HASA, CVSA, LSL, etc.
2:15 - 2:30 p.m. 
Dance Teams
2:30 - 3 p.m. 
Comment, Best Buddies, Relay for Life, & any other groups who would like a photo! 

Dunn Conference Suite in Crimson Hall

Alumni Event

Were you a part of a club, organization, or department at BSU? Reconnect with current and alumni group members and get a professional photo taken as a keepsake!
Bears Pre-Game Celebration
 		 12:30 - 3 p.m. Riviera Cafe Brewhouse
288 Broad St.

21+ Only

Alumni Event
Fitness Court® Hands-on Demo 1 p.m. University Park Fitness Court Join Campus Recreation staff in University Park at BSU’s new Fitness Court® for free demonstrations of a variety of simple and effective exercises.
https://www.nationalfitnesscampaign.com/fitness-court
Trolley Tours 1 p.m.,
2 p.m. &
3 p.m.

Rondileau Student Union Auditorium

Take a 45–50-minute guided tour of Bridgewater’s beautiful campus.

Complimentary
Homecoming Bingo 3:45 p.m. Rondileau Student Union Ballroom Bingo is one of BSU's biggest events! Join in on the fun with this year's Homecoming Bingo. Reserve your ticket along with your family registration. Additional tickets will be available at the University Park Information Tent during Bristaco's Block Party. 
Rathskeller Tent 2:30 - 9:30 p.m. Tent @ Mazzafero Field Parking Lot

21+ Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! 

Enjoy watching the game outside the endzone! Live music. Ticket price includes tailgate buffet, evening food truck, and three alcoholic beverages. 

Registration Information
Football Game 4 p.m. Mazzaferro Field Bridgewater State Bears vs. Westfield State Owls
Athletic Event

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