Homecoming
Events
Alumni and Friends Awards Banquet
Friday, Sept. 29
FHSU Memorial Union
Help us honor a distinguished group of well-accomplished FHSU alumni. Come to the social to meet these deserving award recipients prior to taking part in the banquet where they will be presented with their awards.
Half Century Club Luncheon and Induction
Friday, Sept. 29
FHSU Memorial Union
What could be better than coming back to campus and reunite with college classmates? Join us for a social, and luncheon, followed by the induction of the Class of 1973 and the recognition of graduates from 1963.
Tiger Bonfire
Thursday, Sept. 28
FHSU Robbins Center
Be part of FHSU tradition by joining Victor E. Tiger, the FHSU marching band, the Tiger Debs, cheerleaders, football team and coaches as we kick off Homecoming weekend with a snake dance, pep rally, and introduction of the 2023 Homecoming king and queen candidates.
Oktoberfest
Friday, Sept. 29 – Saturday, Sept. 30
Hays Municipal Park
Come to Oktoberfest, a two-day community celebration in tribute to the local Ellis County Volga-German culture and tradition. Enjoy authentic German food, music, and fun activities while coming “home” to unite with old friends and make new friends in a festive atmosphere.
Alumni Homecoming Event Schedule
THURSDAY
September 28
Homecoming Golf Tournament
Register your team for a fun-filled day on the course to help raise scholarship funds for FHSU students. Registration at this link: Pending
Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall St., Hays
Registration: 8:00 AM
Tee Off: 9:00 AM
4-person scramble
Cost per player/team: $175/$700
Registration includes green fee, golf cart, lunch, refreshments, souvenir and prizes.
Lunch with Coach Brown
Enjoy lunch surrounded by Tiger football fans and hear from Head Football Coach, Chris Brown, about what you can expect from the Tiger football program this season. Enjoy a delicious lunch that includes pasta buffet, salad, sides and dessert.
Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall St., Hays
12 PM – 1 PM
Cost: $17
Registration Deadline: September 20
Tiger Bonfire
Join Victor E. Tiger, the FHSU Marching Band, the Tiger Debs, cheerleaders, football team and coaches as we kick off Homecoming weekend with a pep rally and introduction of the Homecoming King and Queen candidates.
Sponsored by FHSU Student Engagement
Robbins Center (east lawn)
Food trucks: 7 PM
Bonfire and pep rally: 7:30 PM
FRIDAY
September 29
Homecoming Registration
Pick up your event itinerary, name tags, bookstore coupons, and more while you browse copies of the Reveille, meet other Tigers, and reminisce about your past days on campus.
Memorial Union – Sunset Atrium
8 AM – 4:30 PM
Free refreshments
Oktoberfest
Come to Oktoberfest, a two-day festival in tribute to the local Ellis County Volga-German culture and tradition. Enjoy authentic German food, music, and fun while coming “home” to unite with old and new friends in a festive atmosphere. Make sure to visit our Alumni/Foundation tent!
Hays Municipal Park, South Main Street
10:30 AM – 7 PM
Alumni Award Recipients Meet & Greet
Help us celebrate the Fort Hays State University alumni award recipients. Meet & Greet is for community members, students, and the general public to recognize award recipients.
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Forsyth Library, Main Level
Half Century Club Social
Memorial Union, 11:00 AM – Noon
Individual photos of members of the honored classes will be taken with President Tisa Mason during this time.
Half Century Club Luncheon & Induction
What could be better than coming back to campus to reunite with college classmates? Join us as we induct the 50-year class of 1973 into the Half Century Club, comprised of Tigers who graduated 50 or more years ago, as well as retired FHSU faculty and staff. We will also recognize the 60-year class of 1963.
Individual photos of members of the honored classes will be taken with President Tisa Mason during the social.
Memorial Union
Social: 11 AM
Luncheon followed by Induction: 12 PM
Cost: $20
Registration deadline: September 20
Campus Walking Tour
Experience FHSU today and see the many changes throughout campus as you take a walk around the Quad, offering a current student guide’s perspective.
Memorial Union – Meet in Sunset Atrium
1:30 PM
Class Reunion Campus/Hays Bus Tour
Members of the honor classes of 1973 and 1963 can enjoy a bus tour around campus and the city of Hays. Your guide will tell you all about the latest changes and projects.
Memorial Union – Meet in Sunset Atrium
2:00 PM
Alumni & Friends Awards Banquet
Join us as we present the 2023 Alumni Achievement Awards, Distinguished Service Award, Young Alumni Awards, and Nita Landrum Fund Award to our deserving award recipients.
Memorial Union
Reception Social: 6 PM
Dinner Banquet: 7 PM
Cost: $30
Registration deadline: September 20
SATURDAY
September 30
Homecoming Registration
Pick up your event itinerary, name tags and more while you browse copies of the Reveille, meet other Tigers, and reminisce about your days on campus.
Memorial Union
8 AM – 11 AM
Free refreshments
Class of 1963 & 1973 Reunion Breakfast
Join fellow classmates to celebrate and share the latest in each of your lives. Following the breakfast, members of the class of 1963 & 1973 are invited to ride down to Main Street to join President Tisa Mason at her viewing stand.
Memorial Union – Stouffer Lounge
8:30 AM
Cost: $15
Registration deadline: September 20
Campus Walking Tour
Experience FHSU today and see the many changes which have taken place on campus as you take a walk around the Quad offering a current student guide’s perspective.
Memorial Union – Meet in Sunset Atrium
9:30 a.m.
Homecoming Parade
Celebrate the sights and sounds of the 2023 Homecoming parade as floats, bands, and parade entries make their way down the parade route on Main Street.
Want to be in the parade? Visit www.fhsu.edu/homecoming or call the Center for Student Involvement at 785-628-4664.
The Bricks in Downtown Hays
11 AM
Oktoberfest
Enjoy a second day of celebrating Ellis County heritage at this annual festival designed to showcase the rich local culture of Volga-German food, music, and fun! Make sure to visit our Alumni/Foundation tent.
Hays Municipal Park
11 AM – 6 PM
Tiger Tailgate
Calling all Tiger fans! Bring your family and friends to the Tiger Tailgate before the Homecoming football game. Food and beverages will be provided in the alumni tent for all registered guests. Price is for the buffet and DOES NOT include game ticket.
Lewis Field Stadium, East Lawn
5:00 PM
Ticket price: $16
FHSU Football Game
Join football fans for a fall evening of cheering on your Tigers to victory.
Game tickets are only available through www.FHSUahtletics.com, calling the atheltic office at (785) 628-4050, or can be purchased at the gate.
Lewis Field Stadium
Pre-game ceremonies: 6:30 PM
Kick-off: 7 PM
For information about other Homecoming events taking place at FHSU, click here: FHSU.edu/homecoming