MONMOUTH, Ore. – Western Oregon University will kick off its annual homecoming week, a tradition that brings alumni, students, and the local community together for a fun-filled week of festivities and school spirit. This year’s homecoming week begins on October 21 and includes various events and activities. Attendees can look forward to:

Monday, October 21, 2024

• Paint the Town Red event hosted by the Associated Students of Western Oregon University on Main Street in Monmouth. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Brew and Brush at Luna’s Cafe in Monmouth. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

• Under the Sea Trivia hosted by the Residential Hall Association on campus in the Werner University Center Summit from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

• Homecoming Carnival: Happening in the Grove and paired with painting the wolf on Church Street Noon - 3 p.m.

Thursday, October 24, 2024

• Purple Out Volleyball Game in New PE Gym hosted by Abby’s House. 7 p.m.

Friday, October 25, 2024

• Wolves on the Green Golf Tournament is an annual fundraiser that benefits WOU Athletics. Illahe Hills Country Club at 8:30 a.m.
• Earth & Environmental Sciences Community Lecture: Student Showcase & Alumni Gathering. Natural Sciences Building. 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Alumni Awards & Hall of Fame Induction Dinner. Pacific Room. 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 
• Class v. Class Dodgeball Tournament. Intramural Field. 6 p.m.
• Homecoming Bonfire. Field by Public Safety. 8:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 26, 2024

• Homecoming Football Game. McArthur Field WOU v. Texas A&M Kingsville. Wolf Royalty Announcement during halftime. 1 p.m.
• Student Leadership Reunion. Pacific Room 10 a.m. to noon. For all current and past student leaders. 
• Alumni Saturday Market. Campus parking lot F. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Live music by Tuesday String Band, 20+ vendors, and yard games.
• Football Alumni Reunion. McArthur Field South Gate. 11 a.m. WOU v. Texas A&M Kingsville. Free entry to the game, special seating & 1 free drink. New WOU beer by Xicha Brewing.
• Softball Slow Pitch Alumni Game. Softball Field. 10 a.m.
• Rugby Game. Intramural Field. 1 p.m. WOU v. Washington State. One free drink token.
• Library Open House & Wolfie Costume Exhibit. Hamersly Library Lobby. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Alumni Volleyball Game. New PE Building. 6 p.m. WOU v. University of Alaska Fairbanks. Free entry to the game and reception for Volleyball alumni to connect.

See the homecoming schedule.

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About Western Oregon University

Western Oregon University, established in Monmouth in 1856, proudly stands as Oregon’s oldest public university. Hosting around 4,000 students, Western embodies a mid-sized, NCAA Division II institution, with approximately 80% of its students hailing from within the state. Notably, its diverse student body comprises individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, veterans, and non-traditional learners. Western stands as the preferred campus in Oregon for those pursuing an enriching education within a nurturing, student-focused environment, characterized by faculty-led instruction. Where YOU belong.