St. Croix River Boat Cruise
Stillwater, Minn.

Campus update at the Dock Cafe at 4:30 p.m.

Boarding of the Riverboat at 5:45 p.m.

The annual St. Croix Boat Cruise will kick off Homecoming weekend festivities! Join us in Stillwater, Minn., for a university update and reception at the Dock Café beginning at 4:30 p.m. with the boarding of a St. Croix Riverboat at 5:45 p.m. The cruise includes a dinner buffet and some amazing views of the fall colors on the St. Croix River.

Dinner includes: St. Louis style BBQ ribs served with herb roasted chicken, potato, southern black beans, creamy coleslaw, fresh fruit, roll and butter and a gourmet cookie assortment. A cash bar will also be available.

Cost is $38/per person. Ticket price includes appetizers at the Dock Café and a dinner and cruise ticket.

This event is independent of the weekend registration package.

RSVP deadline: Thursday, Sept. 28th. To register CLICK HERE

For more information or to register online, visit https://www.uwrf.edu/Alumni/SaintCroixBoatCruise.cfm

Homecoming Music Event

Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell Fine Arts. 12:00pm 

The Frances Cohler Coffee Concerts Series features Vicki Anderson on guitar and vocals.  A graduate at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Vicki performs an eclectic array of folk style music filled with meaning and stories.   This concert honors Nick Karolides, retired English professor with a reception following the event. Free and open to the public.  

Alumni Advisory Board Meeting
Alumni Room, South Hall , 12:30 - 4pm 

 The UW-River Falls Alumni Advisory Board will host its annual fall meeting on campus. The alumni advisory board will serve as a central link between the University and our alumni. The board is composed of 23 at large members along with a student representative. The Board meets twice each year on campus.

Athletic Hall of Fame
University Center,  6:00- 9pm 

All alumni and friends are invited to join us at the 2017 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The Athletic Hall of Fame Committee has selected six outstanding individuals along with a team to be inducted into the UWRF Athletic Hall of Fame. The individuals to be inducted include: Krystle Brune Brown (volleyball), Sarah Carlson (soccer), Jill Crandall (track and field) Rich Melzer (basketball), Glenn Oehlke (football), George Hansen (positive contributor), and the 1946-50 Men’s Basketball Teams. 

The cost is $30 per person for the banquet. For more information or to register online follow this link: http://www.uwrf.edu/alumni/HallOfFame.cfm

RSVP Deadline: Thursday September 28

Kappa Delta Psi Alumnae Reunion
Belle Vinez Vineyard and Winery
W10829 875th Ave, River Falls, 6:00pm 

For further information, please contact Sandy Wasiluk Dicke '68 at sandy.dicke@gmail.com.

Falcons Got Talent
Falcon's Nest, University Center, 8pm 

This event showcases student talent on campus! All are welcome to attend this homecoming tradition sure to keep your interest and give you a few laughs. Sign up here!. https://orgsync.com/18446/forms/278889

Phi Mu Alumnae Reunion
Alumni Room, 117 South Hall & Downtown River Falls, 8:00am 

All Phi Mu alumnae are cordially invited to attend.

Friday evening – Sisterhood Camp Out and Bonding
Saturday

8:00 a.m. - Social with collegians (light breakfast served) - South Hall 117 
9:00 a.m. - Annual Chapter Association Meeting and Elections - South Hall 117
10:30 a.m. - Homecoming Parade on Main Street (meet in front of Bo's 'N Mine)
                    Lunch At Bo's 'N Mine following the parade
1:00 p.m. - Cheer on the Falcons with your Phi Mu sisters at the football game - David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field.

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

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

Women's Tennis Match 

Tennis Courts, Faclon Center, 9am
Come out and cheer on your Falcons as the Women's tennis team faces the University of Dubuque. 

Football Alumni & Team Breakfast
Junior's Bar and Restaurant, 414 South Main Street, River Falls, 9:00am 

9 a.m. - Breakfast
10:30 a.m. - Homecoming Parade
1 p.m. - Kick off: Falcons vs. UW-Platteville Pioneers, David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field
Halftime – Football alumni will be introduced as a group and special recognition for the 1987 Conference Championship Team.
Post-Game All-Alumni Reception: Bo's 'N Mine - Main Street River Falls 

Reservations for this event can be made by contacting Jessica Curtis in the Athletic Department at (715) 425-3900 or by email at jessica.curtis@uwrf.edu.  The cost for the breakfast is $10 per person. You will also have the opportunity to sponsor a breakfast for a current Falcon football player if you so choose. Parking is available on UWRF Parking Lot Q/Pay 1 Lot 

Alumni & Friends Coffee
Veteran's Park, Main Street, 9:30am

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!  

Parker Hall 50^th Anniversary Celebration

Parker Hall, 9:00am - 10:30am

Revisit your time living in Parker Hall as we celebrate its 50^th anniversary on campus. Refreshments will be provided.For further information, contact reslife@uwrf.edu or call 715-425-4555.

Crabtree Hall 50^th Anniversary Celebration

Crabtree Hall, 9:00am - 10:30am

Revisit your time living in Crabtree Hall as we celebrate its 50^th anniversary on campus. Refreshments will be provided.For further information, contact reslife@uwrf.edu or call 715-425-4555.

Parade

Main Street, River Falls, 10:30am

Don't miss out on the opportunity to see our Falcon Spirit come alive in downtown River Falls! The Shriners kick off the annual parade with UWRF students and community members following close behind. Remember to bring a bucket for candy. RSVP your float here. https://orgsync.com/18446/forms/277020/submissions 

Kappa Delta Psi Alumnae Reunion

10:30 a.m. - Meet at Johnnie’s Bar to watch the homecoming parade.
1:00 p.m. - Lunch at West Wind Supper Club, 709 N. Main Street, River Falls

For further information, please contact Sandy Wasiluk Dicke '68 at sandy.dicke@gmail.com.

Vets Club Reunion
Falls Room, University Center, 11:00am

All UWRF veteran alumni and current veteran students are invited to attend this reunion!

11:00 a.m. - Vets Club Reception with appetizers and cash bar - Falls Room, University Center
1:00 p.m. - Kick off: Falcons vs. UW-Platteville, David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field
Post-Game Reception - Johnnie's Bar, Main Street River Falls

Contact Bob Buhr by email at bobbuhr@cltcomm.netmail or by phone at 
715-220-6988  or David Nyberg at at davejnyberg@gmail.com or by phone at 612-518-9248 to RSVP for this event. 

Falcon Center Tours

Alumni Tent, Falcon Center,11:00am - 2:00pm

After nearly two decades of efforts, the largest building project in the 140-year anniversary of UW-River Falls will officially open on September 21, 2017. The $63.5 million Falcon Center will provide outstanding spaces for academics, wellness, recreation and athletics.  Tours will depart from the alumni welcome tent near the newly constructed Falcon Center on 15-minute intervals

College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES)

Ag Science Building – Room 211, 11:00am - 1:00pm

All CAFES alumni and their family members are invited to join us for an informal gathering before the game.  Visit with one another and some current and former faculty. See some of the facility updates that have been completed in recent years, learn more about updates that are planned. Refreshments will be served. For further information, contact Laura Walsh at laura.walsh@uwrf.edu or (715)425-4714

College of Business and Economics

Junior’s Bar and Restaurant, 414 S Main St, River Falls, 11:00am- 12:30 pm

All College of Business and Economics alumni and their families are invited to join CBE for a casual get together before the Homecoming football game against UW-Platteville.  Help us celebrate our continued accreditation from the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), and interact with current and former faculty and staff. Appetizers will be provided, along with prizes and giveaways. Cash bar available. 

For further information, contact Connie Fassino, CBE Dean's Assistant, at cbe@uwrf.edu or (715) 425-3335.

Falcons vs. UW-Platteville Pioneers
David Smith Stadium at Ramer Field, 1:00pm 

Watch the Falcons soar during the annual homecoming football game versus UW-Platteville! Show off your Falcon spirit and experience the excitement in the stands. Don't miss the exciting halftime events planned especially for the homecoming game!
 

Women's Tennis Match 

Tennis Courts, Falcon Center, 3:00pm 

Come out and cheer on your Falcons as the Women's tennis team faces the UW-Stevens Point. 

All-Alumni Post-game Reception
Bo's 'N Mine - Main Street River Falls , Post Game

Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Alumni Reunion 

Veteran's Park, 4:00pm 

4 p.m. - Cookout at Glenn Park, eat at 5 p.m.
*Please bring your own meat to grill and a dish to pass. Water, lemonade, plates, napkins and utensils will be provided.

Contact Michele Arndt at michele_arndt@yahoo.com  for more information. 

Nash Fung—Magician

Falcon’s Nest, 7:00pm

Come check out an evening of magic and comedy!

UWRF Homecoming Band Concert
William Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell Fine Arts Building, 7:30pm 

Reconnect with your friends!  Join us for the Saturday evening concert and bring your instruments.   If you contact us ahead, you will be mailed PDF’s of the music for the alumni portion of the concert.   Music by Erika Svanoe, John Philip Sousa, Gustav Holst, Duke Ellington, and more will be performed. Let’s reconnect and celebrate the power of music with the Symphony Band, conducted by Dr. Kristin Tjornehoj and David Milne’s Jazz Ensemble. Alumni are encouraged to join the Symphony Band in rehearsal at 6:00 p.m.  $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and students.For further information, contact Kris Tjornehoj at kristin.tjornehoj@uwrf.edu.  

UWRF  Homecoming Choral Concert 

William Abbott Concert Hall, Kleinpell Fine Arts Building, 3:00pm 

Celebrate Homecoming with a Sunday afternoon vocal concert featuring current choirs and the Alumni Choir. The alumni choir is led by Elliot Wold and Jong Wong Park will conduct the Concert Choir for this Homecoming celebration.Rehearsal from 9:30 a.m - 12:00 p.m. and mass choir rehearsal at 1:30 p.m $8 for adults, $5 for seniors and students. For further information, contact Deborah Fristad at deborah.fristad@uwrf.edu