Homecoming
Alumni & Friends Events
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2023 Alumni Homecoming Schedule of Events
Sunday, Oct. 22
A Musical Tribute to Whitney, Aretha, and Tina!
L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center
Norfolk State University
Time: 5 p.m.
Cost: General Admission $35 Group Rate (10 or more) $25
We will kick-off NSU Homecoming 2023 with a tribute performance to Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner. Do not miss this One Night Only performance! Tickets can be purchase online at the Online Ticket Center or by visiting the NSU Ticket Center
Wednesday, Oct. 25
Crowning of Mr. and Ms. Athletics Foundation
Theatre & Lobby Amphitheater │ G.W.C. Brown Memorial Hall
Norfolk State University
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Join members of the NSU Athletics Foundation, as they crown a new Mr. and Ms. Athletics Foundation. They will also debut Little Mr. and Little Miss. Athletics Foundation.
Thursday, Oct. 26
NSUAA 28th Annual Alumni Classic Golf Tournament
Bide-a-Wee Golf Course
1 Bide-A-Wee Lane │ Portsmouth, VA 23701
Registration: 7:30 a.m. │ Shot-Gun Start: 9 a.m.
Cost: $500 Foursome/$125 Individual
Visit NSUAA Golf Tournament form to register
Join us as a single or a complete team of four for a fantastic day of golf, where we promise great food and prizes.
The NSUAA Honors
Theatre & Lobby Amphitheater, G.W.C. Brown Memorial Hall
Norfolk State University
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
The Norfolk State University Alumni Association will honor its Chapter of the Year, Alumnus of the Year and Chapter Service Award recipients. The 2023-24 Ms. Alumni will receive her crown and mark the beginning of her goodwill ambassador reign.
Friday, Oct. 27
The Melvin & Patricia Stith Alumni House Welcomes You!
2426 Corprew Avenue │ Norfolk, VA 23504
Time: Noon-3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Stop by the Melvin and Patricia Stith Alumni House to mix and mingle with alumni. Peruse old yearbooks, relax and enjoy a hamburger or two!
Spartan SpiritFest Spartan Greens (Outside)
Time: Noon-6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Join the campus community for a fun-filled festive event which includes performances by the NSU Cheerleaders and the Spartan Legion Marching Band. You can also purchase regional food truck cuisine, ethnic art, fraternity, and sorority paraphernalia.
School of Business Alumni Reception
Lobby Amphitheater, G.W.C. Brown Memorial Hall
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn about the school’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Complimentary refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact Tanya Perry at (757) 451-7753 or tcperry@nsu.edu.
Ethelyn R. Strong School of Social Work Alumni Reception
Room 335, G.W.C. Brown Memorial Hall
Time: 3-5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn about the school’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Complimentary refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact Roslyn Durham at (757) 823-2463 or rdurham@nsu.edu.
College of Science, Engineering & Technology Alumni Reception
Room 136, Robinson Technology Building
Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn about the school’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Complimentary refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact Patrice Smith at (757) 823-9444 or pcsmith@nsu.edu.
School of Education Alumni Reception
Lobby Area, H. H. Bozeman Hall
Time: 3:30-5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn about the school’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Complimentary refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact Michael Eakins at (757) 823-8886 or mreakins@nsu.edu.
College of Liberal Arts Alumni Reception
James Wise Gallery and Lobby, Ed L. Hamm Fine Arts Building
Time: 4-5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Learn about COLA’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Complimentary refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact Solomon Isekeije or Annette Perrin at (757) 823-8844.
NSUAA Rooftop Block Party
The Assembly, Granby Municipal Building
400 Granby Street │ Norfolk, VA
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Cost: $25
Join us at our first ever rooftop block party, proudly sponsored by WNSB Hot 91.1, the Soul of VA. While here join us for a round of Spades, Dominos, Connect Four and more! For an additional cost, you can also sip & paint to your favorite R & B artis. Must be 21 or older. Visit the Online Ticket Center to purchase tickets.
Saturday, Oct. 28
NSU Homecoming Parade
Park Avenue and Virginia Beach Boulevard
Time: 8-10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
This annual tradition features university and community organizations. It begins at Booker T. Washington High School on the corner of Park Avenue and Virginia Beach Boulevard.
NSU vs. Morgan State University
William “Dick” Price Stadium
Kick-Off: 2 p.m.
Advance Ticket: Reserved $30 and General Admission $25
Day of Ticket: Reserved $35 and General Admission $30
Come and cheer on the Spartan Football team as they host the Bears of Morgan State University. Visit the Online Ticket Center to purchase tickets.
The Green & Gold Affair!
Marriott Norfolk Waterside
235 East Main Street │ Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Time: 9 p.m.- 1 a.m.
Cost: $50
The colors green and gold are associated with luxury, success, wealth, and achievement – all things Spartans love to Behold! This will be the ultimate Green & Gold themed affair inspired by You! So, dare to be bold and wear your sophisticated green and gold. You must be 21 or older to enjoy music by DJ Illmatic Beats, a cash bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres! Visit the Online Ticket Center to purchase tickets.
Sunday, Oct. 29
NSUAA Sunday Worship Service
Location: Marriott Norfolk Waterside
235 East Main Street │ Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Time: 8:30-10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Join alumni and friends for a special inspirational worship service that will help extend the good feelings experienced throughout the weekend.
