- Monday, October 15
Homecoming Royalty Elections
Monday, 8 a.m. - Thursday, 8 a.m.
Official Homecoming Kick-off
Location: Student Center North Entrance
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Community Welcome.
Homecoming Proclamation
Location: Student Center North Entrance
Time: 11:50 a.m.
Carbondale City Mayor and Chancellor Montemagno will proclaim the start of the SIU Homecoming Week.
Community Welcome.
Dodgeball Tournament
Location: Student Recreation Center
Time: 5-8 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 16
Casino Night
Location: Student Center Ballrooms
Time: 7-10 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 17
RSO Homecoming Food Drive
Location: Student Center, North Entrance
Time:10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Rain Location: Student Center Art Gallery
Community Welcome.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Location: 1st Floor, Student Center
Time: Noon - 6 p.m.
Community Welcome.
Homecoming Comedy Show
Location: Student Center Ballrooms
Time: 7 p.m.
Community Welcome.
- Thursday, October 18
RSO Homecoming Food Drive
Location: Student Center, North Entrance
Time:10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Rain Location: Student Center Art Gallery
Community Welcome.
Saluki Gras Block Party
Location: Lincoln Drive (in front of Pullium)
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Come out to the Inaugural SIU Homecoming Block Party! This event is free to attend for community and students! There will be games, DJ D 9-3, a rock wall, photobooth, caricature artists, Mr. Twist- the balloon guy, the occasional street performer and some fun rides.
Food vendors will be on site for purchase, SIU students will have free options! Vendors at this time include - Smackin' Food Truck, Caribbean Hut, Jordo's Pizza, Cool Spoons, SEMO Kona Ice, and Bagels by B-Rad.
Alumni members will enjoy special perks during a block party celebration near Pulliam Hall on Thursday, Oct. 18. Event begins at 5 p.m. Features musical entertainment and refreshments.
Community Welcome.
- Friday, October 19
Homecoming Pep Rally
Location: Faner Plaza
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
An event hosted by the SPC Homecoming Committee. Come meet the Homecoming Court, the football team, Grey Dawg, and Brown Dawg! Free giveaways and pizza will be provided.
Meet the Homecoming Court, Saluki football team, Gray Dawg and Brown Dawg, and others in the Faner Hall Plaza. Starts at 11 a.m. Members of the SIU Alumni Association National Board of Directors will be introduced.
Community Welcome.
Alpha Phi Alpha Step Show
Location: Shryock Auditorium
Time: 7 p.m.
Yearly event during homecoming week, where greeks on campus showcase their organizations through step routines.
Admission: $10
Community Welcome.
CLASS OF '68 - 50-YEAR REUNION | HALF-CENTURY CLUB BANQUET
The Class of 1968 returns for its 50-year reunion and induction into the Half-Century Club. Weekend activities include campus tours and the Half-Century Club Induction Banquet and Ceremony. Current Half-Century Club members and former faculty are encouraged to attend. Click here for more information.
SIU ALUMNI BAND GROUP REUNION
Former members of the Marching Salukis and other SIU bands return for their annual gathering at the Student Center. Alumni band members are also invited to perform with the Marching Salukis during half time at Saturday's football game. Click here for more information.
- Saturday, October 20
SIU Homecoming Parade
Location: Downtown Carbondale
Time: 10 a.m.
Community Welcome.
Saluki Tailgate
Location: Saluki Row
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Community Welcome.
SALUKI CELLAR-BRATION
Location: Student Center
Time: 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join the SIU Alumni Association outside the Student Center, enjoy a beverage, and pick up Saluki Gras-themed items. Event sponsored by The Cellar, Shawnee Hill Wine Trail, and Rendelman Orchards. 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Alumni and members are encouraged to check in during this event, say hello, and receive special items for Homecoming Weekend. Register here ahead of time to ensure you receive the items and to enter your name for a special giveaway.
ALUMNI CAMPUS TOURS
Location: Student Center
Time: 11 a.m., Noon, and 12:30 p.m.
Take a tour of the SIU campus, including some familiar and new sights. Tours begin in front of the Student Center and will be led by Saluki Ambassadors. 11:30 am, Noon, and 12:30 pm. Register for tours ahead of time when registering for the Saluki Cellar-Bration.
Saluki Football vs. Indiana State University
Location: Saluki Stadium
Time: 2 p.m.
Community Welcome.
King & Queen Announcement
Half-time of football game
