Homecoming
A Tradition Connecting Generations of Cougars
There's nothing quite like the feeling of coming home! From October 5 to 11, SXU will celebrate Homecoming 2025 and honor our community: the alumni, current students, faculty, staff, and friends who perpetuate our legacy. Experience nostalgia walking down the Warde Academic Center hallways or visiting your old favorite spots, and take some time to check out the new additions on campus and see how Saint Xavier has grown.
Connect with fellow SXU alums and enjoy various events throughout the week, including a special children's book reading, an alumni night recital, community mass, an alumni baseball game, and our annual Alumni Homecoming Tailgate Tent.
Let's make this Homecoming an unforgettable experience. Together, we are Cougar Nation!
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Scholarly Presentation - Book Presentation of "Fun Day With Misa" by Author and Alumni Mireya Wirtz '91, '95 | 5:30 - 7 p.m. | Fourth Floor Boardroom - Warde Academic Center
Our session: Come enjoy a heartwarming reading of "Fun Day with Misa" with author and proud SXU alumna Mireya Saldúa. Milk and cookies will be served!
*The first 25 people to register will receive a free signed copy of "Fun Day with Misa."*
"As a proud Saint Xavier alumna and long-time donor, I am delighted to share my children's book, 'Fun Day With Misa,' with the SXU community." -- Mireya Saldúa
Please be sure to register online so we can ensure there is ample seating and refreshments.
For additional details, contact Becca Allpow at 773-298-3315 or email alumniFREESXU.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Community Mass| Noon - 12:30 p.m.| McDonough Chapel
Join us in McDonough Chapel for Mass.
For information, contact the Office for Mission and Heritage at devivoFREESXU.
Friday, October 10, 2025
Annual Bonfire - SXU Tradition| 7:30 - 10 p.m. | Parking Lot 4
Join us in Parking Lot 4 for an unforgettable evening of food, music, and school spirit as we rally together
before Saturday's big game. Feel the energy of the parade, gather around the bonfire,
and show your support as we send our football team all the good vibes they need to
bring home the win.
Bring your friends, your team, pride, and your loudest cheers. Let's make it a night
to remember!
For information, contact Kennedy Adams at adamsFREESXU
Saturday, October 11, 2025
SXU Baseball Alumni Game | 9:30 - 11 a.m. | Richard R. Ferrell Memorial Field
Lace up your cleats and relive the glory days! Join us for the SXU Baseball Alumni
Game at Ferrell Field – reconnect, compete, and celebrate Cougar pride!
For more information, contact Coach Pat Morrow at pm6FREESXU or call 773-298-3110.
Alumni Tailgate Tent | Open at 11 a.m. | Kickoff at Noon
Wear your SXU gear and head to Bruce R. Deaton Memorial Field for a noon kickoff against Siena Heights (Mich.). The first 150 alumni to check in on game day will receive free SXU Alumni swag.
Game Day admission to join the tent is $25; participants may pay an additional $5 to attend the game.
Registration allows you entry into the game and tailgate tent, which includes food and beverages (kids 10 and under are free). Must be 21+ to enter the tailgate unless accompanied by an adult.
Please register online.
For additional details, contact Becca Allpow at 773-298-3315 or email alumniFREESXU.