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UA HOMECOMING

OCT. 22-28

The University of Arizona Homecoming

Presented by the UA Alumni Association

SUNDAY, OCT. 22

5:30-7 p.m. — Homecoming Kickoff Celebration ∙ Top floor of Main Gate Garage, 815 E. Second St.
Celebrate as we kick off Homecoming week festivities. Enjoy free food and refreshments with Wilbur and Wilma,
the Pride of Arizona marching band and UA cheerleaders.

THURSDAY, OCT. 26

5 p.m. — Silver & Sage Society Champagne Reception and Class Reunion Dinner
∙ Student Union, Catalina Room, Level 3
Members of the Class of 1967 will be formally inducted into the Silver & Sage Society, a treasured group of alumni
who graduated 50 or more years ago. Champagne, wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served followed by an elegant
buffet-style dinner.

FRIDAY, OCT. 27

12:30 p.m. — UA Alumni Association 120th Anniversary Lunch
∙ Student Union, North Ballroom, Level 3
This year, the Alumni Association celebrates 120 years of building alumni
communities. We will honor reunion attendees from the classes of 1957 and 1967
and the Alumni of the Year Award winners.
2:30 p.m. — Alumni of the Year Awards Ceremony
∙ Student Union, South Ballroom, Level 3
The UAAA recognizes accomplished alumni and friends for their achievements and contributions to the university.
5 p.m. — Bear Down Friday Pep Rally ∙ Main Gate Square, University Boulevard west of Park Avenue
The pep rally features the Pride of Arizona marching band, Wilbur and Wilma, UA cheerleaders, the pom squad and
twirlers. Enjoy drink and happy hour specials at select restaurants on University Boulevard.
7:30 p.m. — Homecoming Bonfire and Crowning of Homecoming King and Queen ∙ West side of Old Main
Celebrate tradition with alumni, students, the Pride of Arizona and the Homecoming court at the bonfire and pep rally.

SATURDAY, OCT. 28

TBA* — Wildcat for Life Tailgate Party
∙ UA Mall, University Boulevard west of Cherry Avenue
Take in the camaraderie and pregame activities at the Wildcat for Life Tailgate
Party. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
TBA* — Homecoming Parade

Enjoy our most treasured Homecoming tradition with more than 50 floats,
Homecoming royalty and the Pride of Arizona marching band.
TBA* — Arizona vs. Washington State Football Game
Arizona Football takes to the field at Arizona Stadium to face off against Washington State.
* Times to be announced based on kickoff of UA football game.

arizonaalumni.com/homecoming

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