Alumni 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
Campus Decorating Contest
Monday, October 9
Who will be crowned this year's winner 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 for the NPHC plaque dedication ceremony!
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)
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!
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!
Friday, October 13
Sigma Tau Gamma Alumni Memorial Brick Installation & Eternal Ritual
Friendship Circle Memorial Plaza; Friday, October 13; 5:00pm
Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity's annual brick installation and memorial ceremony that honors the memory of the brother, spouses and sweethearts that have pass
Alumni Awards Evening
Student Union Ballroom; Friday, October 13
Doors at 5:30pm | Program at 7:00pm | Cocktail Attire
The true measure of a university’s greatness can be found in the achievements of its alumni, and Southeastern Louisiana University is certainly known to develop leaders in many fields of endeavor. The Southeastern Alumni Association established its awards program in 1969 to honor outstanding graduates and to celebrate their achievements. Join us as we honor our award recipients for this year!
20 Years of Black Excellence Homecoming Mixer, presented by the African American Alumni Chapter
Alumni Visitor's Center; Friday, October 13; 9:00pm - 12:00am
Join us as the African American Alumni Chapter presents: 20 Years of Black Excellence:
Honoring the Past; Embracing the Future! Help AAAC celebraate our 20th Anniversary
with this year's Homecoming Mixer. Held at the newly renovated Alumni Visitor Center,
the vibes will be immaculate on Friday, October 13, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM.
It will surely be an evening of elegance and a time to reconnect with fellow alum over delicious food, an array of beverages, a live DJ in rotation, and more! As always, we'll be partying with a purpose, with proceeds from your ticket purchase going towards the AAAC-Endowed Scholarship for a deserving minority student. Our scholar has been positively impacting the next generation of Southeastern minority students for years!
So what are you waiting for? Get your individual tickets now at the link for $30 (plus a small service fee) or purchase a pair for $50! #Black365 #BetterTOGETHER #Lion4Life
Saturday, October 14
Bookstore is Open
University Bookstore; Saturday, October 14 from 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! Visit the Lion Spots website to reserve your free tailgating spot today!
Alumni Tailgate sponsored by Fidelity Bank!
Homecoming Parade
Through Campus; Saturday, October 14 at 11:30am
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!
