2021 Homecoming Schedule
The schedule for Homecoming 2021, slated for Oct. 14-17, updated as of Oct. 4, may be subject to change. Continue to check the Alumni website for updates online
Please Note: Face masks must be worn at all indoor activities.
Thursday, Oct. 14
Finding the Truth: Careers in Criminal Justice
6 p.m.
Two veteran FBI and Fredonia alumnae, Deneen Hernandez, ’86, and Lisa Mapes Matsumoto, ’90, and University Police Chief Brent Isaacson discuss finding the truth through their professional roles and give tips to those seeking careers in criminal justice.
Kelly Family Auditorium, Science Center
Light refreshments provided
Free
Friday, Oct. 15
Bookstore Open
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
University Commons (formerly Cranston Hall)
Art Gallery Exhibit
Noon – 6 p.m.
John Buck: Prints and Sculptures from the Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation
The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center
Free
Registration and Ticket Pick-Up
1 – 5 p.m.
Alumni House, 286 Central Ave.
Tour of the 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center
(formerly known as the Wintergarden)
2:30 p.m.
Transportation on your own.
Village Hall, Fredonia
Free
Biology Guest Speaker
Alumnus Brian Guy, ʼ18, a Ph.D. candidate at Johns Hopkins University, studying cell, molecular and developmental biology, and biophysics.
Presented via Zoom via an online link.
3 p.m.
Men’s Soccer Game
3 p.m.
Fredonia vs. SUNY New Paltz
University Stadium
Homecoming Served Dinner
5 p.m.
Recognition of Alumni Outstanding Achievement Award recipients.
Main Floor, Williams Center
Reservations recommended, seating is limited.
$30/person
1970s Reunion Jazz Concert
8 p.m.
Rosch Recital Hall, Mason Hall
Free
Saturday, Oct.16
Registration and Ticket Pick-Up
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Williams Center Information Booth.
Coffee may be purchased at Starbucks at University Commons
Biology Department Alumni Breakfast
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Atrium and Costello Reading Room, First Floor, Science Center
Free, but registration is suggested online.
Study Abroad Alumni Gallery Walk
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Study Abroad Student Poster Display. Sponsored by the Office of International Education.
Main Floor, Williams Center
Free
Alumni Soccer Game
10 a.m.
University Stadium
Free
Campus Walking Tour
11 a.m.
Meet at Information Booth, Williams Center
Free
Department of Communication 40th Anniversary Celebration
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Ongoing free tours of The Leader office on the second floor of the Williams Center; Fredonia Radio Systems on the second floor of McEwen Hall, WNYF-TV in Hendrix Hall (please use the back entrance) and the Room G9 Studio in McEwen Hall (student films will also be screened in the G10 classroom, and tours given of G6 “the cage” heavy equipment room).
Biology Alumni Health Panel
11 a.m.
Featuring David DiPalma, ’13; Steve Gangloff, ’12, and Matthew Salvati, ’18.
Kelly Family Auditorium, Science Center
Free
Bookstore Open
11 a.m.– 5 p.m.
University Commons (formerly known as Cranston Hall)
From Fredonia to the FBI
11:30 a.m.
Honors Program event featuring alumna Lisa Mapes Matsumoto ʼ90, who is former assistant general counsel in the FBI's Office of the General Counsel, advising nationally and internationally on counterterrorism matters.
Williams Center, Rooms 204ABC
Free
Art Gallery Exhibit
Noon – 3 p.m.
John Buck: Prints and Sculptures from the Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation
The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center
Free
Men’s Soccer Game
1 p.m.
Fredonia vs. SUNY Oneonta
University Stadium
Men’s Hockey Scrimmage
1 p.m.
Fredonia vs. Mercyhurst
Steele Hall Ice Rink
“Thinking About Teaching”
2 p.m.
Book signing by Dr. Casey Jakubowski, ʼ98 (history/social studies)
Bookstore, University Commons
Alumni Get Together
2 - 4 p.m.
Tent/DJ. Nominal charge for beer.
Please bring ID
Dods Grove
Tour of newly-renovated Houghton Hall
3 p.m.
Meet at front door facing Jewett Hall.
Free
School of Business Wine and Beer Reception
3:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Admission of $15 at the door includes wine from 21 Brix Winery and beer from Ellicottville Brewing Company, along with light snacks. Admission includes a School of Business wine or beer glass.
Main Street Studios, 50 W. Main St., Fredonia
Please register online
Sweetheart Soiree
4 – 6 p.m.
Champagne and cake for all who met their spouse or significant other on campus.
Costello Room, Atrium Lobby of Marvel Theatre
Rockefeller Arts Center
Free, please register online in advance.
Class of 1990 and 1991 Meet and Greet
6 p.m.
Old Main Inn, 24 Water St., Fredonia
Classes of 1995 and 1996 Meet and Greet
6 p.m.
Muldoon’s, 26 Water St., Fredonia
Classes of 2000 and 2001 Meet and Greet
6 p.m.
Heenan’s Irish Pub, 39 E. Main St., Fredonia
Wind Ensemble Concert
8 p.m.
King Concert Hall, Rockefeller Arts Center
Free
Classes of 2010 and 2011 Meet and Greet
9 p.m.
Old Main Inn, 24 Water St., Fredonia
Downtown Meetings
9 p.m.
Look for location assignments at Homecoming Registration Booth. All honored classes will have opportunities to convene at designated establishments downtown.
Sunday, Oct. 17
Art Gallery Exhibit
Noon – 4 p.m.
John Buck: Prints and Sculptures from the Collection of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation
The Cathy and Jesse Marion Art Gallery, Rockefeller Arts Center
Free
Fredonia Chamber Choir, Fredonia College Choir, and Fredonia Camerata (formerly Women’s Choir)
6 p.m.
Rosch Recital Hall, Mason Hall
Free
