
Homecoming 2023
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Friday, October 6, 2023
Makerspace Tours | 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (Makerspace)
Alumni and guests only
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Makerspace Tours will take place every hour on the half hour. Registered attendees should meet a volunteer at the West Plaza 10 minutes prior to the start of their tour.
Dedication and Celebration of the Joel and Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center | 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. (Wellness and Events Center)
Celebrate the naming of NJIT’s Wellness and Events Center for the university’s 8th President, Dr. Joel Bloom, and his wife Dr. Diane Bloom.
Alumni Social | 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. (Eberhardt 112)
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Kick off Homecoming Weekend 2023 with a fun evening on campus. Join fellow alumni for a casual evening filled with great food, drinks and music!
Lacrosse Alumni Game & Reception | 7:30 - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 7, 2023
Walking Tour of Newark | 9:00 a.m. (Leaves from Clock Tower)
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Join us for a great opportunity to witness Newark’s dramatic transformation with an engaging, knowledgeable tour guide. Explore Newark's current vibrancy as well as historical landmarks from the past.
Tau Beta Pi Ribbon Cutting | 10:00 a.m. (Outside of Kupfrian Hall)
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The ceremonial ribbon cutting will unveil the refurbished Bent symbol outside of Kupfrian Hall.
Fencing Brunch and Alumni Match | 10:00 a.m.
Innovation Expo | 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (West Plaza of the Campus Center)
Registration is not required
Stop by and learn about the incredible designs, research and innovations provided by NJIT departments and student organizations.
Homecoming Welcome | 11:00 a.m. (Campus Center Atrium)
Registration is not required
Join NJIT's President, Dr. Teik Lim for a Homecoming Welcome and spirited kick off!
Leadership Circle Brunch | 11:30 - 1:30 p.m. (Invitation Only)
Makerspace Tours | 11:30 - 2:30 p.m. (Makerspace)
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Makerspace Tours will take place every hour on the half hour. Registered attendees should meet a volunteer at the West Plaza 10 minutes prior to the start of their tour.
Homecoming BBQ | 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. (Lower Green)
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Join us for our annual BBQ under the tent.
Homecoming Carnival | 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Upper Green and West Plaza)
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Bring the whole family to our Homecoming carnival featuring food, games, rides, entertainment, giveaways and live music!
Alumni Relations Beer Garden | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Upper Green)
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Join alumni and friends for an Oktoberfest-themed gathering with beer, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks. You must register ahead of time. Registration includes 2 beer tickets. You must be 21+ to enter the tent.
Men's Soccer Game vs. University of Vermont | 3:00 p.m. (Lubetkin Field)
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Cheer on the Men's Soccer team as they take on the University of Vermont at Lubetkin Field.
Track Alumni Reception | 3:30 p.m.
Hispanic Heritage Month Lotería | 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. (Campus Center Atrium)
Registration is not required
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with food, entertainment and fun activities!
Young Alumni Gathering | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Swimming and Diving Alumni Meet | 4:00 p.m.
Alumni Food Truck Rally | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. (Summit Street near the West Plaza)
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Wrap up Homecoming with local food truck favorites, music, photo booths and inflatables! Registrants will get TWO tickets for food truck items. The rally will take place on Summit Street near the West Plaza.
Black Alumni Society Reception | 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. (Eberhardt 112)
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Sunday, October 8, 2023
Women's Soccer Alumni Reception | 11:00 a.m.
Women's Soccer vs. Maine | 1:00 p.m.
Cheer on the Women's Soccer team as they take on the University of Maine at Lubetkin Field. Women's soccer alumni will be recognized during halftime of the match.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus to celebrate Highlander Pride!
For more information about Homecoming activities, please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement at 973-596-3441 or alumni@njit.edu.