Homecoming events for CSE alumni
CSE alumni and friends are invited to the following events during Homecoming Week. If you have questions, email [email protected].
CSE Homecoming Celebration
Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
4–5:30 p.m.
Walter Library
117 Pleasant Street SE
Minneapolis
Join fellow College of Science and Engineering (CSE) alumni and friends for one of the University of Minnesota’s most spirited traditions — the Homecoming Parade! Kick off the evening at Walter Library with light refreshments, a cash bar, and family-friendly activities before the parade officially begins at 6:30 p.m. All alumni attendees will receive a special Homecoming giveaway (while supplies last) and can enter our drawing for a chance to win a deluxe CSE swag bag!
Want to be part of the action? March with us in the parade!
Walking in the procession is one of the most fun ways to experience Homecoming. You'll walk alongside CSE student groups and the UMN Formula SAE team and Solar Vehicle Project team with their cars! We'll depart Walter Library at 5:30 p.m. to head to the staging area. Be ready for about a mile of walking, including the parade itself (University Avenue between 12th Avenue SE and Walnut Street).
Happy on the sidelines? Pick up a CSE pompom, find a spot on University Avenue, and cheer us on.
We hope you'll join us as we celebrate Homecoming together with the CSE community!
This event is complimentary, but pre-registration is required by Friday, Oct. 9, 2026.
Questions? Contact us at [email protected].
Additional Universitywide Festivities
UMN Alumni Association Alumni Awards Affair
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026
5–7 p.m.
Huntington Bank Stadium
420 23rd Avenue SE
Minneapolis
Join us as the Alumni Association honors award recipients from around the globe who are shaping their industries and strengthening the University community.
Awards recognized include the Alumni Service Awards, the University of Minnesota Alumni Association Awards, and the Distinguished Leadership Award for Internationals.
Please check the website for more information (coming soon) regarding the 2026 Alumni Awards recipients, the celebration, and to purchase tickets.
Ski-U-Mania Pregame Party and Homecoming Football Game
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Ski-U-Mania
3 hrs. prior to kickoff
McNamara Alumni Center
200 Oak Street SE
Minneapolis
Join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association at the McNamara Alumni Center for the ultimate Gopher game day experience — the HOMECOMING Ski-U-Mania Pregame Party! It's the biggest party of the season. Meet our Homecoming Grand Marshal and 2026 Homecoming Court.
Bring your family, your friends, and your ultimate Maroon & Gold spirit. Whether you have tickets to the game or just want to soak up the electric campus atmosphere, this is the place to be!
Here is what's waiting for you at Ski-U-Mania:
- Food Trucks
- Full Bar
- Member Central station with exclusive items for UMAA members
- Game Day Gear available through the MN Alumni Market
- Interactive photo booth from alumni-owned Fotogenic
- Kids Corner with games and coloring
- Trivia and Prizes
- ...AND MORE
Football Game
TBA (between 2 and 7 p.m.)
Huntington Bank Stadium
420 23rd Avenue SE
Minneapolis
Return to campus and cheer on the Golden Gophers as they take on Iowa for Homecoming. Discounted alumni tickets are available through the University of Minnesota Alumni Association (UMAA).
