Archives Takeaway Display & Social
Student Center | 8:30 A.M.
If you RSVP for the weekend, we will do our best to pull photos and articles from UIU Archives that feature you. In addition, this event can be a great opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni who may also be on campus to celebrate Homecoming. Coffee will be available for guests.
Peacock Food Pantry + Clothes Closet Drive
Student Center Ballroom | 9:30 A.M.
Alumni are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items, new or gently used business casual or professional attire, or monetary donations. Online gifts may be made at uiu.edu/give. select the designation Peacock Pantry. New this year – Career Development has organized a Clothes Closet. Students may select a business casual or professional outfit to keep which are necessary and important for interviews, internships, career fairs, and networking events.
Alumni Awards & 1973 Honor Class Brunch
Student Center Ballroom | 9:30 A.M.
We’re excited to recognize Upper Iowa’s newest Alumni Award Honorees! Also, the 1973 Golden Anniversary classmates and Heritage Society members will be recognized. All alumni and guests are welcome to attend this complimentary brunch. RSVP required.
RSVP for the Brunch!
Partial Solar Eclipse Viewing
Plaza near Baker-Hebron | 10:30 A.M.
Join others to safely view a partial eclipse of the Sun from 10:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. with maximum eclipse (60% of the Sun’s diameter covered by the Moon) occurring at 11:50 a.m. Special purpose solar filters are required to safely view this entire event and will be available at the viewing location. Do not attempt to view the eclipse without access to and use of proper eye protection. Also wear sunscreen, a hat, and protective clothing.
Live Music
Tailgate area | 11 A.M. – 2 P.M.
Beau Timmerman will be performing for all to enjoy!
Homecoming Parade
Downtown Fayette | Noon
Grab your lawn chairs and enjoy front row view of the parade.
Parade Sign-up
Alumni House Tailgate Party
Alumni House | 12:30 – 2:30 P.M.
Enjoy yard games with your Peacock family! Refreshments, snacks, and Bloody Mary bar will be available. All are welcome.
Homecoming Football Game vs. McKendree
Harms-Eischeid Stadium | Kickoff at 3:05 P.M.
Come cheer on the Peacocks to a victory vs. the McKendree University Bearcats!
Casino Night & Post-Game Bash
Pete’s Bar & Grill | 8 P.M. – ?
Don’t miss this post-game bash featuring live entertainment and Casino Night. Hosted by Student Life, all students and alumni are welcome!