Schedule of Events October 20-22, 2023
Homecoming & Family Weekend 2023 will take place on October 20-22! View the current 2023 schedule below, and register online today. Visit the Homecoming & Family Weekend homepage for links to 2022 event photos.
Monday, October 16
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Homecoming Swag Table
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Date October 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Location Kinne Center
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Gear up for Homecoming! Students, stop by the Kinne Center to add Homecoming 2023 swag to your collection as we kick off a Phintastic week.
Tuesday, October 17
2023 Public Policy Institute Hesburgh Lecture
In partnership with the Notre Dame Club of Greater Jacksonville, the Public Policy Institute hosts the Hesburgh Lecture Series, bringing experts from Notre Dame University to speak on areas of public policy matters, including energy, economy, and climate change. All Hesburgh Lectures are free and open to the public. See past lectures here.
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Dolphin Productions Event
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Date October 18 at TBC
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Jacksonville University Campus Door Decorating Contest
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Date October 19 at 9:00 a.m.
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Location All over campus
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Show your JU pride and decorate your office or dorm doors for Homecoming & Family Weekend! The Office of People & Culture and Office of Alumni & Family Engagement with a panel of judges will judge your creativity on Thursday, October 19.
Please register using this form by Monday, October 16 to enter for a chance to win prizes! The employee with the most JU Spirited Door will win a Phinomenal prize for their office.
The student(s) that wins will receive a total of $100 in Flex Dollars added to their account or shared with their teammates. Create your designated folder on OneDrive here and upload videos and/or photos of your finished door! Judges will be viewing these entries online and in person. Online submissions are due 10 am on October 19, 2023. Contact teamju@ju.edu with questions. This contest is reserved for JU students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Writers' Workshop - To Embrace or Not to Embrace: The Art of Using Tropes in Writing
Date October 19 at 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Office location Council 105
This session will discuss common tropes that writers may want to avoid and those that writers should embrace. We will brainstorm how to subvert the tropes and strategize ways to surprise readers.
Stein College Annual Student Juried Exhibition Opening Reception
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Date October 19 at 5:00 p.m.
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Location Alexander Brest Gallery
A favorite among participants and viewers, this juried showcase features undergraduate student work that reflects the contemporary pulse in art making of Northeast Florida. The eclectic exhibition consists of a variety of media including animation, ceramics, computer generated images, drawings, film, glass art, graphic design, illustrations, photographs, prints, and sculpture. Awards are given for outstanding work.
JU School of Aviation 40th Anniversary & Alumni DinnerDa
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Date October 19 at 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Location Frisch Welcome Center
This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Jacksonville University School of Aviation. We welcome all Aviation alumni to join us in celebration with a reunion and alumni dinner.
Pride Poetry Slam
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Date October 19 at 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Location Swisher Library in the Center for Gender + Sexuality
Join the Center for Gender + Sexuality as they partner with the Aquarian, their student literature and arts magazine, to host a Pride Poetry Slam.
The Jacksonville University Wind Ensemble Partner Masterworks
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Date October 19 at 7:30 p.m.
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Location Terry Concert Hall
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The Jacksonville University Wind Ensemble partners with First Coast Wind Symphony in a joint concert of band favorites.
Mock Rock
Swisher Gym
Watch students compete in the ultimate lip-sync dance battle, Dolphin style!
Friday, October 20
Row Across Florida
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Date October 20 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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Location Swisher Science Green
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Join Jacksonville Men's and Women's Rowing for their signature annual fundraiser. Students, alumni, faculty, staff, family, and friends will be rowing on ergs on Swisher Science Green - their goal is to “row” the entire Florida Coast Line (equivalent to 2,909,694 meters). Sponsor a rower or join in on the fun!
Learn more and support
the rowing teams today!
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Homecoming & Family Weekend T-Shirt Pick Up
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Date October 20 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Location Howard Administration Lobby
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Stop by Howard Administration to purchase your Homecoming & Family Weekend t-shirt, get information, and meet members of the Alumni & Family Engagement team!
President's Parents Council Fall Meeting
To learn more about how to get involved with the President's Parents Council, read more online or contact Lauren Griffith at lgriffi9@ju.edu.
College of Law Mock Class & Networking
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Date October 20 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Location Davis College of Business and Technology room 159
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Join faculty and administration from the College of Law for a Mock Class and Networking event.
St. Johns River Cruise
Enjoy a scenic one-hour cruise along the St. Johns River aboard the Jacksonville River Taxi!
Men's Lacrosse vs. Flagler College
Date October 20 4:00 p.m.
Office location The Rock
Party at the Plaza: Phin Phever Tailgate
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Date October 20 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Location Kinne Plaza
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Join your fellow Dolphins for the annual Phin Phever Pep Rally Tailgate!
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JU Ripcurrent Marching Band Presents "Level Up"
Date October 20 at the 6:00 pm
Office location Southern Oak Stadium
Join the Ripcurrent Marching Band as they perform their 2023 show "Level Up", featuring selections from Castlevania, Legend of Zelda, and Starfox. Then march alongside the band and join in the action at Phin Phever!
Men's Lacrosse vs UNC Chapel Hill
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Date October 20 at 7:00 pm
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Office location The Rock
Phin Phever Pep Rally with Distinguished Alumni Awards Announcement and Big Phins on Campus Crowning
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Date October 20 at 7:00 p.m.
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Location Swisher Gym
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Join our students for a spirited pep rally featuring student-athletes, Dunk'n and Nellie, and a one-on-one basketball showdown between a JU Basketball Celebrity and a current JU student! Congratulate our Class of 2023 Distinguished Alumni as they accept their prestigious awards and celebrate the crowning of our Big Phins on campus.
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Date October 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
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Location Negaard Rowing Center
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Jacksonville Men's and Women's Rowing alumni are invited to join the annual Homecoming & Family Weekend Dolphin Row.
Green Key Induction Ceremony & Breakfast
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Date October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Location Moran Center
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Alumni of Green Key Honor Society and families of current student members are invited to the annual Green Key Induction Ceremony & Breakfast. Cash mimosa bar available.
Homecoming & Family Weekend T-Shirt Pick Up
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Date October 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Location Howard Administration Lobby
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Stop by Howard Administration to purchase your Homecoming & Family Weekend t-shirt, get information, and meet members of the Alumni & Family Engagement team!
Greek Life Open House
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Date October 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Location Oak Hall Lobby
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Parents, families, alumni, and friends are welcome to hear more about Greek Life on campus! Guest registration required and is $10 per person.
Wilma's Little People's School 50th Anniversary Celebration
October 21 from 10:00 a.m. to noon
Wilma's Little People's School
JU NROTC Open House
Date October 21 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Office location Tillie K. Fowler NROTC Building
Come see our NROTC Unit classroom with ship simulators and meet some of our students.
Women's Lacrosse Alumni Game
Date October 21 at 11:00 a.m.
Office location The Rock
50th Reunion and Green & Gold Guard Induction for the Class of 1973
Join your Jacksonville University classmates and key University leadership for the Class of 1973 50th reunion. To honor this milestone, President Tim Cost ’81 will induct the Class of 1973 into the exclusive Green & Gold Guard. Luncheon to follow. All members of the Green & Gold Guard (Classes of 1973 and earlier) are invited to attend. Access registration and ticket information by clicking here!
St. Johns River Cruise
October 21 from 11:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Negaard Rowing Center docks
Enjoy a scenic one-hour cruise along the St. Johns River aboard the Jacksonville River Taxi!
JU Public Policy Institute Homecoming Luncheon
October 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Davis College of Business and Technology
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Date October 21 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Location Negaard Rowing Center
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Enjoy Dolphin company and an unbeatable view on the banks of the wide St. Johns with live music, great food, and much more!
Baseball Scrimmage
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Date October 21 at noon
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Location John Sessions Stadium
JU Women’s Soccer vs. UNF
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Date October 21 at noon
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Location Southern Oaks Stadium
Stein College Honored Alumni Luncheon
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Date October 21 from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Location Terry Concert Hall
Men's Lacrosse Alumni Game
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Date October 21 at 1:00 p.m.
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Office location The Rock
Honors and Scholars Program Open House
Honors and Scholars Program parents, families and alumni are invited to join the program students and team for an Open House gathering in the North Hall Learning Community.
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Date October 21 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Location North Hall Learning Community
Rock Party
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Date October 21 at 3:00 p.m.
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Office location The Rock
Ticket information coming soon.
Men's Soccer vs Bellarmine
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Date October 21 at 4:00 p.m.
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Office location Southern Oaks Stadium
Order of the Dolphin Reception: Invite Only
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Date October 21 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Location Legends Lounge | Swisher Science Green
By invitation only. To learn more about joining the Order of the Dolphin giving society, please contact Jamie Saul at 904-256-7317 or make a qualifying gift online at www.ju.edu/give. Order of the Dolphin celebrates the University's annual supporters of $1,000 or more during a calendar year. Guests will have the opportunity to receive early access to the Legends Lounge inside Future Fest.
Future Fest
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Date October 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Location Howard Administration Terrace & Swisher Science Green
Students, alumni, families and friends will have the opportunity to greet President and Mrs. Cost during this vision-casting celebration and interactive experience to celebrate the launch of the comprehensive campaign for the University!
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Farewell Beach Brunch
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Date October 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
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Location Ponte Vedra Lodge
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Join alumni and families for a farewell brunch to close out the weekend. Professional family photos will be taken at 9:00 a.m., followed by brunch!
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