Join our students, alumni, families, and friends for one of our largest annual gatherings to celebrate campus pride and experience BSU life. Please check back for additional details and information. Details are still being finalized and subject to change.
*BSU has an indoor mask policy in place. Please wear a mask at all times while indoors.*
Spirit Week kicks off on Monday, October 18 with events throughout the week leading up to Homecoming. For our students, this is a cherished tradition celebrating BSU pride and community.
Spirit Week Events
Monday - Friday
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department Spirit Decorating Contest | All Week | Participating Department Spaces Across Campus | Administrative and Academic Departments are invited to showcase their BSU Spirit by decorating their space for the week. Decorating must be complete by end of business on Monday, October 18 and should remain up for through October 23. |
| GooseChase Mobile Scavenger Hunt | All Week | Students are encouraged to complete a series of challenges via the GooseChase App. Show off your spirit, answer some BSU trivia and see if you can earn the most points! | |
| Student Banner Competition | All Week | Rondileau Student Union | Student Organizations and other student groups (residence halls, teams, etc.) are invited to decorate a banner that will be displayed during the week. Banners must showcase BSU spirit and will be featured at Homecoming. |
Tuesday, October 19
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homecoming Hype | TBD (Daytime) | University Park | Kicking off the week students will get a chance to show off some spirit and get a Homecoming T-shirt! |
Wednesday, October 20
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wear the Bear Wednesday! | All Day | Wear the Bear to show your BSU spirit! | |
| Field Hockey Game | 7 p.m. | Swenson Field | BSU vs. UMass Dartmouth |
| Spirit Week Casino Night | 8 - 10 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union 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; no guests at this event. |
Thursday, October 21
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Week Novelty Event | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union | |
| Homecoming Pageant | 7 - 10 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Ballroom | Who will be the Champion?? Ten of BSU’s Seniors will compete in a fun-filled showcase of talent and spirit as they strive to be the 2021 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, October 22
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Reunion | 12 - 2 p.m. | Dunn Conference Suite Crimson Hall |
Alumni Event |
| Undergraduate Research Symposium | 2 - 5 p.m. | Dana Mohler-Faria Science and Mathematics Center |
Poster presentations 2 - 2:45 p.m. on 1st & 2nd floors of DMF Please join us for any part of the symposium! |
| BSU Men's Soccer Game | 3:30 p.m. | Swenson Field | |
| Alumni Radio Takeover | 4 - 10 p.m. | WBIM Rondileau Student Union |
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| 50th Reunion "Walk Down Memory Lane" | 4 - 5:30 p.m. | Horace Mann Auditorium Boyden Hall |
Alumni Event |
| 50th Reunion Reception | 5 - 9 p.m. | Dunn Conference Suite Crimson Hall |
Alumni Event |
| Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner | 6:30 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Ballroom | The Bridgewater State University Athletics and Recreation staff will host the 24th induction class to be enshrined into the BSU Athletic Hall of Fame. |
| Spirit Night | 6 - 10 p.m. | University Park | BSU is getting a Glow Up! Lawn on D style Glow Swings and See Saws. The chance to make posters for the football game on Saturday. Spirit and good vibes for everyone! |
| Welcome Home Party | 7 - 10 p.m. | Greyhound Tavern 39 Broad Street Bridgewater |
21+ Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! Enjoy some live music featuring John Balutis, '92, and some special treats. Due to possible CDC Restrictions, Please Register. |
| Richard III Production by BSU Theatre Department |
8 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Auditorium |
William Shakespeare's history play about the murderous, conniving King Richard III. Information and tickets available at www.bsutix.com. |
Saturday, October 23
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alumni Radio Takeover | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | WBIM Rondileau Student Union |
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| Bear Paw Pavilion Ribbon Cutting and Dedication | 8:30 - 9 a.m. | Bear Paw Pavilion | Join members of the BSU Athletics community as we officially open the newly completed Bear Paw Pavilion and dedicate the new Bear Head Sculpture, a symbol of Bridgewater Bears past, present and future. |
| ECC Dining Hall Open | 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. | East Campus Commons Dining Hall | East Campus Commons, aka ECC, is your traditional All-You-Care-to-Eat Community Dining Hall on East Campus. Accepting meal swipes, dining dollars, flex dollars, credit card and cash. Breakfast- $6.45 Lunch- $8.90 Dinner $10.00 Siblings are invited to join their Student at a discounted rate of only $5.00. |
| Alumni Lacrosse Games | 9 a.m. | Swenson Field | Athletic Event |
| Gamma Phi Beta Alumni Brunch | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Weygand 1047 | |
| Bear's Den Dining Hall Open | 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Bear's Den Rondileau Student Union |
Park Ave Diner (located in Bear's Den Dining Hall) Bear's Den Food Court |
| BAA Annual Meeting | 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Horace Mann Auditorium Boyden Hall |
Alumni Event |
| Social Work Alumni Network CEU Event | 9:30 - 11 a.m. | Burnell 132 | Alumni Event |
| Alumni Softball Game | 10 a.m. | Alumni Park Field | Athletic Event |
| Bookstore Open | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | East Campus Commons | |
| Trolley Tours |
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. beginning on each hour ALL TOURS ARE SOLD OUT |
10 a.m. (SOLD OUT) and 11 a.m. (SOLD OUT) Boyden Hall Harrington Bus Stop 12 (SOLD OUT), 1 (SOLD OUT), 2 (SOLD OUT), and 3 p.m. (SOLD OUT) University Park Roundabout |
Take a 45–50-minute guided tour of Bridgewater’s beautiful campus. Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! Due to possible CDC Restrictions, Please Register. Complimentary |
| Explore BSU Walking Trails | 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. |
Trails |
Meet in front of the Tinsley Center 10 minutes prior to the start of the Trail Walk. Wear suitable footwear and please carry out anything you carry in. Walks are approximately 40 minutes in duration. |
| Crimson Dining Hall Open | 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Crimson Hall |
Crimson Food Court |
| Alumni Champagne Brunch | 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Ballroom | |
| Phi Kappa Theta Alumni Lunch | 11 am. - 12:30 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union 201 | |
| Art Exhibit | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
Anderson Gallery |
Virginia Fitzgerald |
| Bristaco's Block Party | 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | University Park |
Rides, Food, Music, Giveaways! Student organizations will be hosting games on the mid-way! See the crowning of the Homecoming Champion! Join in on a dance off! Reconnect & celebrate with fellow alumni and our extended BSU Family! Families, Alumni, Students – All are welcome! |
| Bingo | 12 - 4 p.m. | Dunn Conference Room | One of BSU’s biggest events! Bingo is always a favorite among our students, and now we welcome families and alumni to join in on the fun. Games will be held at 12 noon, 1:30 p.m., and 3 p.m. Please visit the Info Tent at Bristaco’s Block Party to reserve seats at the game of your choice. Seating is limited. |
| Field Hockey Game | 12 p.m. | Swenson Field | BSU vs. Plymouth State Athletic Event |
| 70s Decade Cookout | 12:30 - 3 p.m. | Citizens Club 60 Hale Street Bridgewater |
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| Explore BSU Walking Trails | 1:30 p.m. | Trails |
Meet in front of the Tinsley Center 10 minutes prior to the start of the Trail Walk. Wear suitable footwear and please carry out anything you carry in. Walks are approximately 40 minutes in duration. |
| Richard III Production by BSU Theatre Department |
2 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Auditorium |
William Shakespeare's history play about the murderous, conniving King Richard III. Information and tickets available at www.bsutix.com. |
| Bear Bites Food Truck | 2 - 6 p.m. | Swenson Field | Bear Bites is here for your convenience with over 25 rotating menu items and flavors designed by Campus Executive Chef Joe Pina! Accepting dining dollars, flex dollars, credit card and cash. |
| Rathskeller Tent | 2:30 - 6 p.m. | Tent @ Swenson Parking Lot |
21+ Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! Enjoy watching the game outside the endzone! Live music will feature Brian Buckley, '91 and JD. Billy & Ken. Ticket price includes three alcoholic beverages and classic tailgating fare. Due to possible CDC Restrictions, Please Register. |
| Football Game | 4 p.m. | Swenson Field | Bridgewater State Bears vs. Westfield State Owls Athletic Event |
| ECC Dining Hall Open for Dinner | 4:30 - 8 p.m. | East Campus Commons Dining Hall | |
| Bear Bash featuring Jim Plunkett | 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. |
This event has been moved outside to the tent at Swenson Field. Please dress accordingly. |
Alumni Event |
| Homecoming After Party | 7 - 11 p.m. | Barretts Alehouse 425 Bedford Street Bridgewater |
21+ Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! Visit one of Bridgewater’s local late night entertainment venues and enjoy food, drinks, and a live DJ. Door prizes and giveaways. Due to possible CDC Restrictions, Please Register. |
| Richard III Production by BSU Theatre Department |
8 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Auditorium |
William Shakespeare's history play about the murderous, conniving King Richard III. Information and tickets available at www.bsutix.com. |