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.
Spirit Week kicks off on Monday, Sept. 26 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 |
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| 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, Sept. 26 and should remain up through Oct. 1.
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| 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.
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Wednesday, Sept. 28
| Event | Time | Place | More |
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| Wear the Bear Wednesday! | All Day | Wear the Bear to show your BSU spirit! | |
| Airbrush Tote Bags | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. | University Park | Show off your spirit and style around campus with a custom airbrush tote bag! Supplies are limited! |
| Spirit Week Casino Night | 8 - 11 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.
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Thursday, Sept. 29
| Event | Time | Place | More |
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| 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 students will compete in a fun-filled showcase of talent and spirit as they strive to be the 2022 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.
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Friday, Sept. 30
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Bears Reunion | 12 - 2 p.m. | Dunn Conference Suite Crimson Hall |
Alumni Event |
| ATP Undergraduate Research Symposium | 2 - 5:45 p.m. | DMF Science and Mathematics Center |
See the amazing work our ATP undergraduate researchers are doing! |
| Alumni Radio Takeover | 4 - 10 p.m. | WBIM Rondileau Student Union |
Spinning the hits since 1972! Tune in to hear your favorite alumni DJs throughout the years as we celebrate 50 years of college radio. |
| 50th Reunion Dinner Reception | 4 - 7 p.m. | Dunn Conference Suite Crimson Hall |
Alumni Event |
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Class of 1982 Diploma Ceremony |
5 - 7 p.m. | Horace Mann Auditorium | Alumni Event |
| Spirit Night | 6 - 10 p.m. | University Park |
BSU is getting a Glow Up! Lawn on D style Glow Swings. DJ, Glow Lawn Games and more! All currently enrolled students are welcome to attend, sponsored by Program Council. |
| Dueling Pianos Rockin' Reunion (Classes of '62 -'97) | 7 - 10 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Ballroom | Alumni Event |
| Welcome Home Party | 7 - 11 p.m. | Greyhound Tavern 39 Broad Street Bridgewater |
Saturday, October 1
| Event | Time | Place | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dining Option: East Campus Commons | 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. | East Campus Commons | Accepting Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Flex Dollars, cash and credit |
| Alumni Radio Takeover | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. | WBIM Rondileau Student Union |
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| Dedication of the New Home of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice | 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. | 161 Summer Street | Join us for a ribbon-cutting as we dedicate the new home of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice. |
| Lacrosse Alumni Games | 9 a.m. | Swenson Field | Athletic Event |
| 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 132A | Alumni Event |
| Flynn Brunch | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | Flynn Dining inside Tillinghast Hall |
Accepting Meal Swipes, Dining Dollars, Flex Dollars, cash and credit |
| Dining Option: Dunkin' | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | East Campus Commons | Accepting Dining Dollars, Flex Dollars, cash and credit |
| Trolley Tours |
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. beginning on each hour 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. - Boyden Hall Harrington Bus Stop 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. - University Park Roundabout
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Boyden Hall Harrington Bus Stop |
Take a 45–50-minute guided tour of Bridgewater’s beautiful campus. Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! Complimentary |
| Explore BSU Walking Trails | Cancelled due to Weather | Trails |
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| Annual Homecoming Brunch | 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union Ballroom | |
| The Bear's Den | 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union | Accepting Dining Dollars, Flex Dollars, cash and credit |
| Dining Option: Park Ave. Diner | 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. | Rondileau Student Union, inside the Bear's Den | Accepting Dining Dollars, Flex Dollars, cash and credit |
| Softball Alumni Game | Cancelled due to Weather | Alumni Park Field | Athletic Event |
| Bristaco's Block Party | 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Crimson Dining, East Campus Commons Atrium, University Park Tent |
Reconnect & celebrate with fellow alumni and our extended BSU Family! Families, Alumni, Students – All are welcome! |
| Men's Soccer Game | 12 noon | Swenson Field | BSU vs. Fitchburg State Athletic Event |
| Homecoming Bingo | Games at 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. | Dunn Conference Room | 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. |
| Affinity Group Meet-Up | 12:30 - 3:30 p.m. | University Park | |
| Bears Pre-Game Celebration |
12:30 - 3 p.m. | Riviera Cafe Brewhouse | Alumni Event |
| Rathskeller Tent | 2:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Tent @ Swenson Parking Lot |
21+ Alumni, Students and Family Welcome! Enjoy watching the game outside the endzone! Live music will feature John Balutis, '92 and The Sultans. Ticket price includes tailgate buffet, evening food truck, and three alcoholic beverages. Due to possible CDC Restrictions, Please Register. |
| Football Game | 4 p.m. | Swenson Field | Bridgewater State Bears vs. Fitchburg State Falcons Athletic Event |