It’s Homecoming!

Homecoming is all about the students – of yesterday, today and tomorrow. Join us all week for the festivities court elections, comedy and step shows, reunions, 150 Block Party, pep rally, parade, tailgating, football, Alumni Association activities and so much more. Welcome Salukis!

Party Saluki-Style

You’re invited to the 150th Block Party Thursday evening in front of Pulliam Hall. It’s an evening of family-friendly activities, games, food, music and more. Everyone is welcome! It’s a birthday party and homecoming event in one.

Football fandom

It’s the SIU Salukis against the Youngstown State Penguins at 2 p.m. Saturday in Homecoming gridiron action. Come enjoy tailgating festivities and then fill the stands for some great football.

All-star parade

Everybody loves a parade and SIU’s Homecoming parade at 10 a.m. Saturday features bands, Grand Marshal John Jackson, the Southern Illinois Spirit Squad from area high schools, 2019 Saluki Hall of Fame inductee athletes and DeAnna Price – SIU alumna, Olympic medalist and 2019 hammer throw gold medalist.

Landmark legacy

An amazing new sculpture celebrating the past, present and future of the Saluki nation will be the centerpiece of the new Saluki Alumni Plaza. Join us for the groundbreaking at 11 a.m. Thursday. Tour the new SIU Alumni Center Saturday and enjoy other Alumni Association events, too.