Upper Iowa University Homecoming 2024 Schedule Unveiled; October 7 - 13

Fayette, IA (10/03/2024) — As autumn unfolds and the air turns crisp, we can look forward to three beloved traditions: cozy sweaters for brisk mornings, vibrant fall foliage, and of course UIU football games! With Homecoming just around the corner, anticipation is building for a season filled with fun and celebration for everyone! Show your Peacock Pride and celebrate UIU Homecoming Week, October 7 - 13. This year's theme is "Peacock Palooza!"

Monday, October 7, Window Painting kicks off the week! Let our imagination run wild decorating your front porch, office, dorm room or windows with this year's theme "Peacock Palooza!". Use the hashtag #UIUHomecoming to share your creativity!

Tuesday, October 8, don't miss the crowning of this year's Homecoming royalty! The King and Queen will be announced during the Pep Rally, Coronation & Bonfire at 7:00 p.m. in the Peacock Pavilion (tailgate area).

The gals take the field at Harms-Eischeid Stadium on Wednesday, October 9, with Powderpuff Football - quickly becoming a Homecoming favorite!

There's no better way to kick off the weekend than the Welcome Home Dinner at Pete's Bar & Grill in downtown Fayette. This all-class reunion is complimentary and open to all on Thursday, October 10 at 5:30 p.m. RSVPs are required.

Take part in the 4th Annual Homecoming Golf Tournament, at Big Rock Country Club, on Friday, October 11. Registration begins at 9 a.m. All proceeds support the Peacock Athletic Fund. To sign up, contact Rick Knipper '73 at 319-530-2343 or Bill Roths '74 at 319-240-9411.

Also on Friday, come see the talent of UIU students. View their featured academic projects at the Research, Internship & Poster Session at Baker-Hebron Hall, from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Take in a new event during Homecoming on Friday, October 11, with the Guided Sculpture Tour from 1 - 2:30 p.m. Beginning at the Student Center North Entrance, enjoy a walking tour of the gorgeous Fayette Campus and learn all about the unique sculptures and other iconic points of interest along the way.

Also on Friday, October 11 at 5:30 p.m., is the highly anticipated Homecoming Ball, "Night of the Peacocks!". Guest may enjoy an open bar during the cocktail reception, delicious food, games, dancing, and many fun ways to make an impact for UIU! Tickets are required for this spectacular evening may be purchased online at uiu.edu/HomecomingBall.

Saturday, October 12, all are invited to celebrate UIU's newest alumni award honorees and recognize the 50th reunion classmates - the Class of 1974. It's all happening at the Alumni Awards & Honor Class Brunch, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the Student Center Ballroom. This event is complimentary; however, RSVPs are required.

Peacock Soccer will take the field at Harms-Eischeid Stadium at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Cheer on the Peacocks to victory against Drury University Panthers.

At 10:30 a.m., enjoy the Homecoming Parade - or better yet, be part of it! Submit an entry at uiu.edu/uiuHCparade. This year's route will begin near Peacock Plaza on Washington Street, proceeding South on Washington to Wadena Road, and ending in the football tailgate area! Enjoy live music by Balvanz & Powers (acoustic rock) in the tailgate area from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Back by popular demand, the Alumni House Tailgate Party is happening from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Make your way to 513 Union Street, Fayette; drinks and refreshments are available and freewill donations are appreciated.

Kickoff for the UIU Homecoming football game begins at 1:00 p.m. at Harms-Eischeid Stadium for the battle against the William Jewell College Cardinals. Come cheer the Peacocks on to a victory!

Last but not least, don't miss Peacock Soccer on Sunday, October 13. Upper Iowa faces the Southwest Baptist University Bearcats at 12:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. at Harms-Eischeid Stadium.

For more information, to RSVP, or make a contribution to the Homecoming Fundraiser, visit uiu.edu/Homecoming. Questions may be directed to the UIU Alumni Office at 563-425-5388 or alumni@uiu.edu

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