2025 Alumni Homecoming Schedule of Events
Sunday, Oct 19
The Kings Tribute: Marvin, Sam and Teddy!
L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center
Norfolk State University
Time: 5 p.m. Cost: General Admission $35
Group Rate (10 or more) $25
Kick off Homecoming 2025 with the NSU Theatre Company at their musical tribute performance to Sam Cooke, Marvin Gaye and Teddy Pendergrass. Do not miss this ONE NIGHT ONLY performance!
Wednesday, Oct 22
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 23
NSUAA 30th 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
Join us as a single or a complete team of four for a fantastic day of golf, where we promise great food and prizes. Click here to register.
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 2025-26 Ms. Alumni will receive her crown and mark the beginning of her reign as the Association’s goodwill ambassador.
Friday, Oct 24
Spartan SpiritFest
Spartan Greens (Outside)
Time: Noon-4 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
Room 230, 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 Amanda Witcher at (757) 823-8217 or acwitcher@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) 823-2678 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: 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Learn about the school’s accomplishments and plans for the future. Complimentary refreshments. To RSVP or for more information, contact Michael Eakins at (757) 823-8701 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 Dearvon Peoples at (757) 823-2083 or dspeoples@nsu.edu.
The Legendary DJ Kool “Let me Clear My Throat”
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside
777 Waterside Drive │ Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Time: 8 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Cost: $65 per person
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The Legendary DJ Kool “Let me Clear My Throat”. You must be 21 or older to enjoy this cash bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. This event is sponsored by the NSU Foundation, Inc.
Saturday, Oct 25
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. South Carolina State University
William “Dick” Price Stadium
Kick-Off: 2 p.m.
Advance Ticket: Reserved $70 and General Admission $45
Day of Ticket: Reserved $75 and General Admission $50
Come and cheer on the Spartan Football team as they host the Bulldogs of South Carolina State University.
The NSUAA Afterparty!
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside
777 Waterside Drive │ Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Time: 8 p.m.- 12 a.m.
Cost: $25
Win or lose! You are invited to join your fellow alumni for a post-game afterparty. You must be 21 or older to enjoy.
Sunday, Oct 26
NSUAA Sunday Worship Service
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside
777 Waterside Drive │ Norfolk, Virginia 23510
Time: 9-10:30 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.