2024 Homecoming events

Homecoming dates have been postponed. New dates listed below.

NOV. 4

USF vs. Bethune-Cookman – Women’s Basketball
6 p.m.

Yuengling Center

NOV. 6

NOV. 7

USF Health Homecoming Alumni Panel
Noon - 1 p.m.

Microsoft Teams 

USF Health Alumni from the College of Nursing, College of Public Health, Morsani College of Medicine, and Taneja College of Pharmacy will share their experiences and advice on taking care of their well-being as health professionals. 

Bulls of the Last Decade Networking Reception
Presented by:

6 - 8 p.m.

Coppertail Brewing Co.
2601 E 2nd Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
Networking reception for Bulls of the Last Decade (BOLD) young alumni. 

USF vs. Mount St. Mary’s – Women’s Basketball
7 p.m.

Yuengling Center

NOV. 8

Judy Genshaft Honors College Alumni Social
Noon – 2 p.m.

Judy Genshaft Honors College Building

Visit the new Honors building before the on-campus stadium groundbreaking and Homecoming parade. Join us for light snacks and refreshments with faculty, staff, and current student leaders.

Alumni Welcome Home Party
5 - 8:30 p.m.

Lawn of the Gibbons Alumni Center
Family-friendly pre-parade party with games, USF Bookstore pop-up store and live entertainment just for you!

Spirit Sponsor:

Food and beverage available for purchase from Aussie Grill.

USF Alumni Association is also participating in the Charit-A-Bull food drive. During the event, we will be collecting donations.
Please bring high-demand items such as tuna, peanut butter, breakfast food, and hygiene products.
For more details and a full list of desired items, please click here.
 

Life Member Homecoming Party
5 - 8:30 p.m. 

Lawn of the Gibbons Alumni Center
Alumni Association Life Members enjoy a VIP tent with complimentary food and beverages at the Welcome Home Party. 
Life Members check your email for your exclusive invitation.

Ambassador Reunion- Celebrating 45 years as the “Spirit of USF”
5 - 8:30 p.m. 

Lawn of the Gibbons Alumni Center
Join fellow USF Ambassadors at the Ambassador tent to celebrate our 45th anniversary, while enjoying all the festivities at the Welcome Home Party and parade watch party. Former Ambassadors: to receive a meal ticket for the Aussie Grill Food truck, please register below!

Muma College of Business Parade Watch Party
5-8 p.m.

BSN Breezeway – Muma College of Business 
Gathering for Muma College of Business students and alumni.

Running of the Bulls Parade
6:30 p.m. 

Parade begins on Holly Drive near the Marshall Student Center
Parade heads east to USF Genshaft Drive; south on USF Genshaft, and west on USF Alumni Drive in front of the Alumni Center.

Parade Grand Marshal: General (Ret.) Frank McKenzie 

NOV. 9

Alumni Association Homecoming Spirit Tent
9 a.m. 

Raymond James Stadium, Lot 6D  
Stop by before the game for your FREE spirit supplies, including tattoos, class year stickers,
rally towels and more! Show your Life Member card to get your special collector beads, exclusively for USF Alumni Association Life Members.

Alumni Group Tailgate
Tailgate Time: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Raymond James Stadium, Lot 6D  
Join us for a vibrant celebration prior to the game. Connect with fellow alumni from the Latino Alumni Society, Pinellas Alumni Chapter, LGBTQ+ Alumni Society, and Jacksonville-St. Augustine Alumni Chapter.

Salute to Service Football Tailgate
Tailgate Time: 10 a.m.

Raymond James Stadium, Lot 6D

Hosted by the Office of Veteran Success, this event is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with fellow USF Bulls and current students while honoring our brave Veterans.


 

USF vs. Navy
Game time: Noon

For 2024 Homecoming sponsorship opportunities, please click below.