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Homecoming & Family WeekendSchedule of Events
91成人AV's Homecoming & Family Weekend is October 24-26, 2025. We hope you will make plans to join us for another PHINtastic weekend on campus! Registration is required for most events. Online registration will close Thursday, October 16 at 5 pm.
View the current 2025 schedule below, and .
We can't wait to see you. PHINS UP!
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Days: Thursday, 23 October 2025 | Friday, 24 October 2025 | Saturday, 25 October 2025 | Sunday, 26 October 2025 |
Thursday, 23 October 2025 @ 07:00 PM
Swisher Gym
Free Event
Watch students compete in the ultimate lip-sync dance battle and celebrate the crowning of our Big Phins On Campus!
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 07:00 AM
Swisher Science Green/Dolphin Plaza
Free Event
This is a great festival of rowing lasting the entire day Friday! Just show up for the great atmosphere, or show up to get a workout in. We will have 70 ergs and 15 bikes set up to help 鈥渄onate鈥 meters to our goal of reaching almost 6 million meters! There will be a food truck through the middle of the day so please take advantage of this. Come support our rowing programs at Row Across Florida!
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 10:00 AM
JAXEX at Craig Airport
Price: $10
Guests will tour the JU/ Acron Aviation Flight Center and the Control Tower at 91成人AV Executive at Craig Airport. After dividing into two groups, one group will tour the Flight Center, see the aircraft, meet the staff, flight instructors, Aviation Student Ambassadors and see what it takes to run a first class flight training operation. The second group will tour the Airport鈥檚 FAA Control Tower and see, firsthand, flight operations at a major regional airport from a unique perspective normally unavailable to the general public. Halfway through the time period the groups will change positions. Closed toed shoes required for all participants. Guests must provide their own transportation to Craig Airport.
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 10:00 AM
Alexander Brest Dance Pavilion, Upper Studio
Price: $10
During the Student for a Day with the Department of Dance, guests will enjoy a session from current faculty and students leading them in popular social media dance moves. Attire should be movement friendly, similar to fitness wear. All levels welcome for this fun activity!
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 10:00 AM
NROTC Tillie K. Fowler Building
Price: $10
As part of Homecoming Weekend, the 91成人AV NROTC Unit invites parents, families, and friends to participate in a guided tour and hands-on experience with two key components of midshipman training: the Marine Corps Obstacle Course and the Naval Ship Simulator. Attendees will have the opportunity to run the obstacle course at their own pace and operate the ship simulator used to develop maritime navigation and decision-making skills. This event offers a closer look at the training environment and daily expectations of future Navy and Marine Corps Officers.
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 12:00 PM
STEAM, Room SIJU 229
Price: $10
Step into our immersive learning studio in the STEAM Institute for a hands-on workshop in clinical psychiatric health care. Experience realistic, simulated training that puts you in the role of a care provider, building practical skills, empathy, and confidence in a safe, interactive virtual environment.
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Howard Lobby
Free Event
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Davis College of Business & Technology
Price: $25
The Davis College of Business & Technology is excited to welcome back Executive Alumni from the DBA, EMBA or other programs. Join us for lunch and networking with alumni, current DBA students, and faculty. The Executive Alumnus of the Year will be honored at the luncheon. To nominate someone for the award, please contact csockbe@ju.edu
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 01:00 PM
Davis College of Business & Technology
Price: $10
Guests will receive a brief overview of the on campus simulators and meet a number of retired Airline Pilot Faculty members and Aviation Student Ambassadors. After dividing into two groups, one group will go with the faculty members and have the opportunity to fly our CRJ 700 Regional Jet Simulator. This replicates the cockpit and instrumentation of the same aircraft that many of our families fly on to come visit 91成人AV. The second group will go with our ambassadors and have the opportunity to fly one of our RedBird aviation training devices. These compact devices replicate the cockpits and instrumentation of the actual aircraft flown by our students at the JU/ Acron Aviation Flight Center. Halfway through the time period the groups will change positions.
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 03:00 PM
River House
Free Event
Come mix and mingle with your fellow parents, students and alumni! All are welcome for this weekend kick-off event!
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 06:00 PM
Negaard Rowing Center
Free Event
We are hosting a happy hour at the boathouse! The event is a great time to reconnect with former teammates and friends and includes free beer, wine and pizza. We will have a short presentation at 6:40pm.
Friday, 24 October 2025 @ 06:30 PM
Swisher Gym
Free Event
Join our students for a spirited basketball pep rally! We鈥檒l also congratulate our Distinguished Alumni as they accept their prestigious awards.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 08:30 AM
Negaard Rowing Center
Free Event
Calling all alums, young and old! This is your opportunity to get back into a boat and feel the excitement of racing! Last year we had 4 eights on the water competing and would love to see even more this year! Racing will start promptly at 9:30am so please show up an hour early and check in with the designated coach.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 09:00 AM
Moran Center
Price: $30
Alumni of the Green Key Honor Society and families of current student members are invited to the annual Green Key Induction Ceremony & Breakfast.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 10:00 AM
Pickleball Courts
Price: $25
Join us for the second annual pickleball tournament! One paid registration is for a two-person team (parent and student) and includes a tournament shirt for all participants, a two game guarantee and a $5 donation to JAX RecWell. Water and pickleball paddles will be provided.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 10:00 AM
Howard Lobby
Free Event
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 10:30 AM
Negaard Rowing Center
Price: $35
Come celebrate 50 years of JU Women's Rowing! Programing will include multiple boat dedications, especially our newest men's shell donated by the classes of the 1980's. Brunch and drinks will be provided for the cost of your ticket.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 11:00 AM
Rock Lacrosse Center
Free Event
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 11:00 AM
Frisch Welcome Center
Price: $0 (Class of 1975)/$35 (Guest)
Join your 91成人AV classmates and essential University leadership for the Class of 1975 50th Reunion. President Tim Cost 鈥81 will induct the Class of 1975 into the exclusive Green & Gold Guard and celebrate with a luncheon to follow. All members of the Green & Gold Guard (Classes of 1974 and earlier) are invited to attend.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 11:00 AM
Negaard Docks
Price: $35
Meet us on the banks of the wide St. Johns for a one-hour tour on 91成人AV's River Taxi. Refreshments will be available for purchase on board. Space is limited so get your ticket early! Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 12:30 PM
Negaard Docks
Price: $35
Meet us on the banks of the wide St. Johns for a one-hour tour on 91成人AV's River Taxi. Refreshments will be available for purchase on board. Space is limited so get your ticket early! Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 11:00 AM
Various Location
Free Event
Get ready to vibe across campus at our Homecoming Campus Crawl! Spend the afternoon exploring four hot spots around campus, each featuring fun, exciting sets from student DJs. Grab a drink from the cash bar, soak in the atmosphere, and celebrate Homecoming in style. Don't miss this lively mix of music, friends, and school spirit!
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 11:30 AM
Davis College of Business & Technology
Free Event
Welcome current MPP students, welcome back MPP Alumni, MPP faculty, the JU PPI Board of Advisors, and others, as we celebrate the accomplishments of our MPP students and graduates. We will also discuss the Public Policy Alumni Network Student Opportunity Fund and its Application Process.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Cantina Rio, River House
Price: $18
Join us for lunch at our poolside Mexican restaurant, Cantina Rio! A ticket for the lunch special includes your choice of two specialty tacos, a quesadilla platter or a nachos platter and comes with chips and salsa and a drink. Additional a-la-carte menu items will be available for purchase on site.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 12:00 PM
Rock Lacrosse Center
Free Event
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 01:00 PM
JU Pool
Free Event
Come relax in our brand new resort-style pool! Various activities will be held throughout the day. Our pool-side Mexican restaurant, Cantina Rio, is offering a lunch special (tickets available for pre-purchase); a-la-carte regular menu items and drinks from the bar will be available for purchase on site.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 02:30 PM
North Hall
Free Event
We invite our students, families, and alumni for the Cost Honors College open house at our North Hall Living Learning Community! We will celebrate our honors and scholars students and programs and award the first-ever Cost Honors College IMPACT alumni award. This is a great a opportunity to meet our distinguished alumni, residential life staff, and university leaders. Light refreshments and the famous Mixed Fillings pie will be served.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 05:00 PM
Right Terrace, John Sessions Stadium
Price: Tickets Coming Soon
Join us for a picnic on the baseball green! Enjoy a special picnic dinner and then stay and cheer on your JU baseball team! Your ticket includes food and refreshments.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 @ 06:00 PM
John Sesions Stadium
Free Event
Come cheer on your JU Baseball team for a friendly game! Concessions will be available for purchase in the stadium.
Sunday, 26 October 2025 @ 09:00 AM
5K Route around campus
Price: $30
Join the 91成人AV NROTC Unit for the inaugural Steel Magnolia 5K, a run dedicated to honoring the legacy of the formidable Tillie K. Fowler鈥攁 trailblazer in public service, advocate for the military, and proud supporter of 91成人AV and our armed forces. Nicknamed the 鈥淪teel Magnolia鈥 for her unwavering strength and Southern grace, Fowler鈥檚 legacy continues to inspire leaders across the nation. This isn鈥檛 just a race鈥攊t鈥檚 a celebration of resilience, leadership, and community. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a proud Dolphin, or just want to support our future naval officers, the Steel Magnolia 5K welcomes participants of all ages and abilities. Event registration includes: commemorative race shirt, post-race refreshments and special recognition for top-finishers. All proceeds support training opportunities and leadership development for JU's NROTC!
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Homecoming & Family Weekend
Contact Information Office of Alumni & Family Engagement
Howard Administration Building
91成人AV
2800 University Blvd N
91成人AV, FL 32211
Phone: (904) 256-7201
Email: alumni@ju.edu
Alumni Panel: Humanities & Careers
Thursday, 23 October 2025 @ 04:00 PM
Council Building
Free Event
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Join us for a pre-Homecoming panel of JU alumni for insight into how a degree in the Humanities has impacted their careers. From business to law to education to tech, our graduates have found that a degree in the Humanities has enhanced their work and enabled them to pivot in the changing workplace to find success. Catch up with old friends and make some new ones! Bring your questions about how the Humanities can help you stand out in your career. Panel from 4:00-4:45 pm, reception to follow.