UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN River Falls

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Events and Programs

Homecoming 2021

Homecoming festivities will commence Monday-Sunday, Sept. 27-Oct. 3

For questions, email homecoming@uwrf.edu.

Visit our Facebook page for photos and upcoming events! 

Last updated: September 9, 2021

 

Time Event Location Details 

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry.

Noon

Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

5:30 p.m.

Home-Cooked Homecoming Meal

University Center outdoor mall

Come enjoy a Homecoming tradition of Professor Jake's Bean Soup and kick-off Homecoming with a home-cooked meal. Event is free and open to the public. The community is encouraged to attend.

UW System President Tommy Thompson, Gov. Tony Evers and River Falls Mayor Dan Toland will be on hand at 5:30 p.m.

More info coming soon!

Time Event Location Details 

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry.

Noon

Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

5:30 p.m.

Homecoming Border Battle Tug-o-war

Hathorn Hall Mall (Rain site: Falcon's Nest)

Represent your state with the tug-o-war battle of a lifetime. Wisconsonites vs. Minnesotans take to the rope and see which state will win the title! Cheer on your fellow Falcons and kick-off homecoming! Free and open to all. 

More info coming soon!

Time Event Location Details 

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry

11 a.m.

DIY Homecoming T-Shirt Design

Involvement Center

Design your free homecoming t-shirt! Event is free and open to all students. First come, first served.

Noon

Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

3 p.m.

Falcon Women's Volleyball vs. UW-Lacrosse

Page Arena

For more information, click here. 

10 p.m.

Bowling

St. Croix Lanes

UWRF Campus Recreation has partnered with St. Croix Lanes to offer a discounted bowling night! This event is free with your student ID. For more information, click here or email ryan.rudesill@uwrf.edu.

More info coming soon!

Time Event Location Details 

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry.

Noon

Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

3 p.m.

Mike Harris Celebration and Dedication

Wyman Education Building

Join us to celebrate Dr. Harris' 40 years of service at UWRF and the dedication of the AAC Lab in his honor.

For more information, call Kay Corey at 715-425-4822

4 p.m.

Campus Rec Bean Bag Tournament

University Center Mall

Join Campus Rec for a bean bag tournament. Register on IM Leagues.

4:30 p.m.

St. Croix Boat Cruise

Stillwater, Minn.

St. Croix Boat Cruise
Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021

St. Croix Boat & Packet Cruise
525 South Main St.
Stillwater, Minn.

The annual St. Croix Boat Cruise will kick off Homecoming weekend festivities! Join us in Stillwater for a campus update, social and appetizers beginning (tentatively) at 4:30 p.m. on the Riverboat and departing at 6:15 p.m.

The cruise includes a dinner buffet and some amazing views of the fall colors on the St. Croix River. Cost is $40 per person. Ticket price includes appetizers and the dinner ticket on the St. Croix boat. Cash bar. 

Dinner includes: Famous St. Louis Style BBQ Ribs, country fried chicken with country cravy, mashed potatoes, Caesar salad and cookie assortment.

RSVP deadline: Thursday, Sept. 23. Confirmations will be sent via email approximately one week prior to the event.

For more information, click here or email pedro.renta@uwrf.edu

More information coming soon!

Time Event Location Details 

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry.

Noon

Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

1 p.m.

Women's Golf Falcon Invitational

Off campus in Prescott

For more information, click here. 

3:30 p.m.

Falcons 4 Ever Legends

Falcon Center

Falcons 4 Ever! Join us in honoring UWRF difference makers  Michael Davis, Gary "Stump" Eloranta, Connie Foster and Byron James as we celebrate each legend’s newly named spaces at the Falcon Center. The program begins at 3:30 p.m. with a social hour, hors d’oeuvres and presentations at each honoree’s designated location.

Click here for Ways to Give. 

For more information, click here. 

8 p.m.

Falcon's Got Talent 

Falcon's Nest, UC

This event showcases student talent on campus. Registration is open to all UWRF students. Sign up as an individual, team, or student organization to enjoy this homecoming tradition! Free and open to all. Register here.

 

Time Event Location Details                                   

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry.

8 a.m.

Stuff-A-Pup

University Center

Come and enjoy a “build-a-bear” style event in which you will get a custom homecoming stuffed animal. Limit one per person. First come, first served.

8-11 a.m.

Einstein Bros. Bagels

University Center

Grab a quck bite at Einstein Bros! Offers fresh-baked goods, made-to-order bagel sandwiches, crisp salads, and gourmet coffee.

8 a.m.

Phi Mu Alumnae Reunion

Alumni Room, 117 South Hall

Phi Mu Alumnae Reunion
Alumni Room, 117 South Hall and downtown River Falls

All Phi Mu alumnae are cordially invited to attend.
Friday evening – Sisterhood Camp Out and Bonding
Saturday
8 a.m. - Social with collegians (light breakfast served) - 117 South Hall
9 a.m. - Annual Chapter Association Meeting and Elections - 117 South Hall
10:30 a.m. - Homecoming Parade on Main Street (meet in front of Nutty Squirrel)
1 p.m. - Cheer on the Falcons with your Phi Mu sisters at the football game at David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field. 

Watch for more updates on our Facebook page: Phi Mu-Zeta Sigma Alumnae.

Call Patti Bibeau LaPorte at 715-425-7982 for more information.

8:30-10 a.m.

McMillan and Grimm Residence Halls 55th Birthday Celebration

McMillan and Grimm halls

Celebrate the 55th birthday of McMillan and Grimm halls! Relive the memories and come out for a tour including recent facilities updates, enjoy refreshments, and meet other McMillan and Grimm alumni. 

For more information, email liz.brunner@uwrf.edu

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Extended Falcon Shop Hours

Falcon Shop, University Center

We will open early on Homecoming. Stop in to get all your school spirit merchandise!

For more information, click here.

If questions, email 0375mgr@follett.com.

9:30 a.m.

Alumni and Friends Coffee

Veteran's Park, downtown River Falls

Stop by and enjoy a cup of coffee on us! Take this opportunity to socialize and network with fellow UWRF alumni and friends. Stick around to enjoy the annual Homecoming parade!

10 a.m.

Marching Falcon Reunion

University Center Mall

Come join Marching Falcons alumni and enjoy coffee, juice, treats and great conversation.

If you would like to join the pep band at Homecoming, please email thomas.barnett@uwrf.edu

Register here. 

10:30 a.m.

Homecoming Parade

Downtown River Falls 

Please join us downtown for this longstanding Homecoming tradition. Register your Student or Alumni organization for the parade here: https://myorgs.uwrf.edu/submitter/form/start/503757

10:30 a.m.

Football Alumni Tailgate

Ramer Field Parking Lot

Football Alumni Tailgate

For more information, click here. 

10:30 a.m. - Halftime

Freddy's Locker Room

David Smith Stadium

Tailgate before the game at Freddy's Locker Room. We will be outside the main stadium gates starting at 11 a.m. At noon, we move inside the stadium.

For more information, click here.

For questions, email 0375mgr@follett.com.

Noon

 Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

1 p.m.

Falcon Football vs. UW-La Crosse

David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field

For more information on athletics, click here. 

Concessions will be available in Smith Stadium! 

1 p.m.

Women's Golf Falcon Invitational

Off campus in nearby Prescott

For more information, click here.

5 p.m.

Vet's Club Reunion

Johnnie's Bar

After the game, all veteran’s are cordially invited to join the festivities in the back room of the bar.  

If questions, contact Bob Buhr at 715-263-3357. 

6 p.m.

Hall of Fame

Riverview Ballroom,
University Center

2021 UWRF Athletic Hall of Fame 
Oct. 2.

The inductees:
Derek Hansberry (2005-09) - hockey
Nina (Petersen) Kreofsky (2001-04) - volleyball
Kathy Lindahl (1969-73) - basketball, volleyball, field hockey, softball, track and field
John Peterlik (2001-04) - football
Shannon Zweifel (2005-08) - track and field
Larry McKenzie - positive contributor
2008 Women's Outdoor Track and Field team

The 2021 class will be recognized at halftime of the Falcon vs. UW-LaCrosse football game that will be played at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 2. The induction ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. in the Riverview Ballroom in the University Center.

Register here. RSVP deadline is Wednesday, Sept. 15.

8 p.m.

HOCO Entertainment

Falcon's Nest, University Center

End Homecoming with some live entertainment! Join us in the Falcon's Nest and have an evening to remember. Free and open to all. 

 

More information coming soon!

Time   Event Location   Details

All Day

Border Battle Food Drive

University Center

Which state can give back the most? Donate non-perishable food items throughout the week and see which state reigns victorious! All food will be donated to the UWRF Food Pantry and the River Falls Food Pantry.

Noon

Medallion Hunt

Student Involvement Social Media

Each day at noon a new clue will be dropped. The first to find the virtual website location medallion hunt and send that location to studentinvolvement@uwrf.edu will receive a Falcon Prize Pack.

 

Alumni

For additional details on alumni events, visit the Alumni page.