Student Events
All Week
Free Workouts
REC Center; Monday, October 9 - Saturday, October 14; All Day
Come to the REC Center to workout for free all week!
Monday, October 9
Homecoming Kickoff
Student Union Breezeway; Monday, October 9; 11:00am - 2:00pm
Campus Decorating Contest
Monday, October 9
Who will be crowned this year's King of the Jungle in our annual Campus Decorating Contest? Follow us on social media to see photos of the participating departments! Winner will be announced at Gumbo YaYa on Wednesday!
Black Family Reunion
Monday, October 9; 7:00pm
Meet the National Pan-Hellenic Council and gather with the African American Alumni
Chapter!
Tuesday, October 10
Lion Up Tuesday
Tuesday, October 10; All Day
Wear your Green and Gold and show your Lion Pride! Southeastern encourages everyone
on campus and in the community to participate. Share your photos with all of Lion
Nation using #LionUpTuesday and #TeamSoutheastern and tag the Alumni Association on
Facebook, Twitter and/or Instagram! (Facebook: @SoutheasternUniversityAlumni, Twitter: @SLU_Alum, and Instagram: @SLU_Alum)
Lunch with the Lions
Student Union Breezeway; Tuesday, October 10; 11:00am-1:00pm
Join Athletics for free lunch in the Student Union Breezeway!
Phi Kappa Phi Quiz Bowl
Student Union 2207; Tuesday, October 10; 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Honors Society of Phi Kappa Phi is hosting the Annual Homecoming Quiz Bowl Tournament. Student and Faculty teams of four players each will square off to answer toss-up and bonus questions in the varsity sport of the mind. The first-place team in each division earns bragging rights and $100. Second place teams earn $50, and everyone has a lot of fun. Contact honors@southeastern.edu for more information.
Movie Night
Student Union Theatre; Tuesday, October 10; 7:00pm
Join University Housing for their showing of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3!
Railroad Roar
Hammond Railroad Park; Tuesday, October 10; 5:30-7:30pm
Join the Alumni Association, Tangipahoa Chamber and Hammond Downtown Development District for a family-friendly, free-to-attend live music event in the new Railroad Park right in the heart of Downtown Hammond! Grab your favorite take out food from one of the restaurants offering Lion Up Tuesday specials and bring your lawn chair for a nice night of entertainment with music!
Wednesday, October 11
Gumbo YaYa
Student Union Park; Wednesday, October 11; 11:00 am - 2:00pm
It's a Southeastern tradition! Join us for delicious food, games and fun surprises,
sponsored by the Campus Activities Board. The 2023 Homecoming court will be introduced to the student body during the festivities.
Minute to Win It
Strawberry Stadium; Wednesday, October 11; 6:00-8:00pm
This event is back and better than ever! Do you and your team have what it takes to
win it?
Thursday, October 12
Moon Pies and Rocket Dogs
Near fountain in Student Union; Thursday, October 12; 11:00am - 2:00pm
UPD and Counseling Center will be serving moon pies and hotdogs. Everyone is welcome!
Lip Sync Competition
University Center; Thursday, October 12; 7:00-10:00pm
This is a favorite event of our students! Enjoy performances by our Homecoming Teams made up of student organizations.
Friday, October 13
Roar Rally
Cook Field; Friday, October 13; 6:00-9:00pm
It's time to roar! Bring you best cheer and your spirit to Roar Rally where an organization
will be recognized for their Lion Pride!
Sigma Tau Gamma Alumni Memorial Brick Installation & Eternal Ritual
Friendship Circle Memorial Plaza; Friday, October 13; Time TBD
Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity's annual brick installation and memorial ceremony that honors the memory of the brother, spouses and sweethearts that have passed.
Saturday, October 14
Bookstore is Open
University Bookstore; Saturday, October 8; 10:30am - 2:30pm
The headquarters for Southeastern gear, there's no better place to get Lion t-shirts,
sweatshirts, caps, visors and gifts!
Tailgating, Reunions, & Children's Activities
Friendship Circle; Saturday, October 14
Friendship Circle Closure: 10:00am
Children's Activites: After the parade - 2:30pm
Let's go Lions! It's time to gather in Friendship Circle and enjoy food, friends, activities and more as we kickoff football season with the first home game of the year!
Alumni Tailgate sponsored by Fidelity Bank!
Homecoming Parade
Through Campus; Saturday, October 14; 11:00am
This year's Homecoming parade will feature appearances from Dr. Wainwright, our Alumna and Young Alumnus of the Year, the Homecoming court, on-campus organizations and more! Looking to participate? Register below!
Lion Walk
Friendship Circle; Saturday, October 14 During Tailgating
Before kickoff, players and coaches, joined by the Spirit of the Southland marching
band, make their way to Strawberry Stadium, passing through Friendship Circle to greet
tailgating fans!
Football Game & Halftime King and Queen Crowning
Strawberry Stadium; Saturday, October 14 kickoff at 3:00 pm
Cheer on our Lions as they take on the Lamar University Cardinals! Who will be crowned this year's Homecoming royalty? Find out at halftime!