Homecoming 2024
Homecoming 2024 is Friday, September 27 - Sunday, September 29! Whether it has been five years or 50 since you’ve been back to campus, Homecoming is a great time to bring it home!
Join us on campus to retrace your steps and feel the vibrancy of the Wilkes community while mingling with former classmates and friends.
Class years ending in 4s and 9s will celebrate reunions this year as well as the A-list and RAs.
Highlights:
- Tailgate Tent and Football Game vs. St. John Fisher
- Fan-favorite events such as Pints with Professors, Reunion Parties and the Kisses to Cancer 5K Fun Run
- Golden Colonels Celebrations
#FamilyofColonels #WilkesU #BeColonel #ForeverColonel
Questions? Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@wilkes.edu.
Thank you to our 2023 sponsors!
Hotel Information
The Wilkes Alumni Office partnered with the following hotels. Each hotel has a block of rooms with different prices for every budget. The hotel blocks will be released about one month prior to Homecoming 2024. Please call for reservations and mention "Wilkes Homecoming Weekend" to receive your discounted Wilkes rate. Any hotel that indicates online booking can use the booking link.
Courtyard Marriott | phone: 570-235-6700 / Last day to reserve: August 27
pricing: $139 + taxes and fees per night | BOOK ONLINE
Best Western Plus/Genetti Hotel & Conference Center | phone: 570-820-8507 / Last day to reserve: August 26
pricing: $139 + taxes and fees per night | Website
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott | phone: 570-208-4455 / Last day to reserve: August 26
pricing: $100 + taxes and fees per night + BREAKFAST included | BOOK NOW
Hilton Garden Inn | phone: 570-820-8595 / Last day to reserve: August 29
pricing: $111 + taxes and fees per night | BOOK ONLINE
Residence Inn WB by Marriott| phone: 570-829-0100 / Last day to reserve: August 23
pricing: $169/$214/$229 + taxes and fees per night | BOOK ONLINE
The Woodlands Inn | phone: 570-824-9831 / Last day to reserve: August 26
pricing: $125/$135 + taxes and fees per night | Website
Homecoming Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS):
Where do I pick up my name tag and event tickets?
Your nametag, event tickets and welcome bag will ready for you at the first event for which you have registered. If you've purchased a t-shirt, we'll have it there too. However, if you order your shirt prior to August 31st, it will be mailed to you.
Where should I park?
Parking is available in the Wilkes parking garage across from the Simms Center on Main (169 South Main Street) and in the parking lot behind the Henry Student Center (84 West South Street). Click here to see a map of campus. Don't forget to feed the meters until 6:00 p.m. if you park on the street.
Is there a shuttle service on campus?
On Saturday, the Wilkes shuttles and a school bus, provided by White Transit, will run beginning at 10 a.m. through 4 p.m. from the rear of the Henry Student Center to the Ralston Athletic Complex. Alumni and guests attending events at the Ralston Athletic Complex are strongly encouraged to use the shuttle service as there will be limited parking at this location.
What do I do when I get to campus?
There are so many new things on campus to see! Here are some ideas:
- Stop by the welcome table in the Henry Student Center from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday.
- Check out the Starbucks on campus, located inside of the Simms Center on Main.
- Walk around campus - there are so many new things to see!
Please note that the Alumni House will be closed since the alumni relations and advancement staff members are busy hosting events and preparing for Homecoming weekend.
What should I wear to Homecoming events?
Blue and gold, of course! Here's a cheat-sheet for you...
Casual: Walking Tour, Pints with Professors, Wilkes Flashback, Tailgate Tent, and Sip and Sample
Business casual: College Connections, 50th Reunion Cocktail Party, Memorial Bells
Dressy: Golden Colonels Dinner
But really, wear your Homecoming t-shirt as much as you can!
How can I share my Wilkes spirit with everyone at Homecoming?
Tag @wilkesualumni when you post photos on Instagram, share your photos on the Wilkes Alumni Association Facebook page and use our hashtags:
#wilkeshomecoming #wilkesu #forevercolonel #familyofcolonels #becolonel.