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October 14–16Homecoming & Family Weekend

Calendar of Events

We are thrilled to welcome you back to campus for our 2022 Homecoming and Family Weekend. Take a look at the list below for the most up-to-date list of weekend events, including our Friday night kick-off party, tailgate, street fair, football game, and more! Some events require registration and/or payment. Registration links are available below.

Monday, October 10

Group of Homecoming attendees on the football field

Homecoming Illuminations

The Campus Activities Board will be announcing the Court of Leos for this year’s Homecoming celebration. If you have been on a Homecoming court in previous years, we would like for you to be acknowledged and participate in our Illuminations. If you would like to participate, please arrive at 6:30 pm at the Abraham Campus Center, Ballroom BCD for line-up.

Monday, October 10
7:00 pm–8:00 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Abraham Campus Center, Ballroom A (3rd floor)
2000 Second Street
La Verne, CA 91750

Open to past Homecoming court alumni. Registration not required.

 

Friday, October 14

Hanging Golden Leopard Society medals

50th Reunion and Golden Leopard Society Luncheon

Open to all University of La Verne alumni who graduated 50+ years ago, including welcoming the classes of ’70, ’71, and ’72 into the society.

Please join us for this special lunch to receive your medallion and honor YOU!

Friday, October 14
11:00 am–1:00 pm

Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center
Vineyard Ballroom
601 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768

$25.00 per person

PURCHASE TICKET

Kim Grant speaking to a group of on lookers at the 2019 Friday Night Kick-Off Event

A Night of Stars: Alumni and Faculty Awards and Scholarship Donor Celebration

Kick off this year’s Homecoming and Family Weekend with an outdoor, on-campus celebration that will honor the stars of our community: our loyal scholarship donors and the 2022 Alumni and Faculty of Distinction Award winners.

We can’t wait to welcome you to a fun-filled evening of celebration and inspiration!

Friday, October 14
6:00 pm–8:00 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
University Quad
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

$35.00 ticket includes heavy hors d’oeuvre stations and two drink tickets per person.

PURCHASE TICKET

Saturday, October 15

Group of people gearing up to begin the 5K run/walk

5K Fun Run/Walk Hosted by Phi Epsilon Kappa professional fraternity

Join in on the fun of our annual 5K Fun Run/Walk hosted by Phi Epsilon Kappa professional fraternity. To view the Fun Run/Walk course, please click here.

Saturday, October 15
8:00 am

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Race begins in front of Founders Hall
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

$15.00 per person

PURCHASE TICKET

Women's soccer players

Women’s Alumni Basketball Game

Join us for our annual Women’s Alumni Basketball Game. The game will be played in Alumni vs. Alumni format. Open to all fans.

Saturday, October 15
9:00 am

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Sports Science and Athletics Pavilion “The Tents”
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

Registration not required.

Women's soccer players

Women’s Soccer Game VS. Redlands

Support our Leopards as they take on the Redlands Bulldogs at Ortmayer Stadium.

Saturday, October 15
11:00 am

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Ortmayer Athletics Complex
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

Free to attend

REGISTER

Two women cheering during the 2019 Homecoming parade

Street Fair and Student Float Parade

Come mingle with fellow Leos and visit booths of our student and alumni organizations, local craft and food vendors, alumni business owners, and more. Face painters, balloon artists, and a magnet photo booth will also be a part of the complimentary fun!

Don’t forget to stick around for our iconic student float parade beginning at 1:30 pm.

Saturday, October 15
11:00 am–2:00 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Ludwick Center for Spirituality, Cultural Understanding, and Community Engagement Lawn
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

Free to attend

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Group of people in front of food trucks

Food Truck Lunch

Purchase a lunch ticket for the Border Grill Truck! Border Grill is a gourmet food truck featuring conscientiously-sourced tacos, burritos, bowls, and more from celebrity Chefs Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger of Bravo’s “Top Chef Masters” and Food Network’s “Too Hot Tamales.”

Ticket includes choice of three tacos, a side, and a drink.

Saturday, October 15
11:00 am–4:00 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Third Street, in front of Woody Hall
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

$15.00 per lunch ticket

PURCHASE LUNCH TICKET

Homecoming king and queen with Lea

Leopard Royalty Announcement

Find out which two students were voted Leopard Royalty from the Court of Leos on Saturday before the Homecoming Football Game.

Saturday, October 15
12:30 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Steps of Founders Hall
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

Registration not required.

group of attendees at the 2019 Homecoming tailgate

Leos for Life Tailgate Party

Come socialize with fellow Leopards at our Leos for Life Tailgate party on Saturday afternoon, preceding the football game. A few details to keep in mind:

  • The University is not purchasing or distributing any alcohol at the event. It is all Bring Your Own Beverage (BYOB).
  • For those who like to set-up a full-on tailgate and haul in tables, chairs, coolers, etc. you are welcome to do so. We are NOT requiring guests to reserve parking stalls this year since we have a lot more space in Lot A than we did pre-pandemic. Gates open at 2:00 pm, and spaces are first come, first served.
  • For those who’d rather just roam around and mingle without setting up a stall: No problem! We will have food trucks present to purchase food and a large, tented seating area for people to pop in and out of. Sit, eat, and get out of the heat. You do not need to bring a lot of gear to have a good time.

IMPORTANT: Cars will not be allowed into Parking Lot A. All supplies will need to be walked into the lot, or rolled in by wagon/dolly. No guests will be permitted in the lot before 2:00pm. Please view the university’s tailgating policy for more information.

Saturday, October 15
2:00 pm–4:30 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Parking Lot A (Ortmayer Stadium Parking Lot)
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

Free to attend

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Group of football players standing on the side of the field

Homecoming Football Game

Buy your ticket in advance for our Homecoming Football Game. Cheer on our Leopards as they take on the Whittier Poets.

Saturday, October 15
5:00 pm

University of La Verne, La Verne Campus
Ortmayer Stadium
1950 Third Street, La Verne, CA 91750

$10.00 presale. Tickets will also be available at the door.

PURCHASE TICKET

Sunday, October 16

Group of attendees sitting at a table at the Church of the Brethren

Church of the Brethren Alumni and Friends Brunch

Join us for an Alumni and Friends Brunch hosted by the Church of the Brethren at 10:30 am, immediately following the 9:30 am service. All are welcome.

Sunday, October 16
10:30 am

La Verne Church of the Brethren
2425 E Street, La Verne, CA 91750

Free to attend

REGISTER