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Homecoming

Welcome Home, Hawks!

Homecoming is one of our favorite traditions—a time to reconnect with classmates, revisit cherished memories, and celebrate the Quincy University community that continues to bring us together year after year.

Whether you’re returning for a reunion, cheering on the Hawks, exploring campus with your family, or simply reconnecting with old friends, we invite you to join us for a weekend filled with fun, fellowship, and QU pride. Browse the schedule of events below, watch highlights from last year’s celebration, and make plans to stay the weekend with our recommended hotel accommodations.

This year’s theme embodies our Franciscan heritage as we celebrate the 800th Anniversary of the passing of St. Francis of Assisi. His enduring spirit and legacy continue to permeate the ethos and mission of Quincy University. May this Homecoming reawaken within you the Franciscan values that have shaped your lives.

We can’t wait to welcome you back to campus and create new memories together. Once a Hawk, always a Hawk!

 

 

Homecoming Schedule
Day Start Time End Time Where Description
Sept. 17th (Thursday) 5:30 PM 9:00 PM Homecoming Balloon Glow Festivities QU Campus Bring out your family and friends and come to enjoy food and drinks from various local vendors as we kick off Balloon Glow.
Sept. 17th (Thursday) 5:30 PM 6:00 PM Homecoming Parade Q Stadium to Friars' Field Come watch QU's campus groups as they walk around campus. QU's marching band will perform.
Sept. 17th (Thursday) 6:30 PM 8:30 PM Balloon Glow Friars' Field Come watch balloonists light up Friars Field (A-Field) with their hot air balloons. Food and refreshments from local vendors will be available for purchase.
Sept. 18th (Friday) 6:00 AM Balloon Launch Friars' Field If you're an early bird, come check out the hot air balloons as they launch from Friars' Field, weather permitting.
Sept. 18th (Friday) 12:15 PM 1:00 PM Daily Mass QU Chapel
Sept. 18th (Friday) 2:00 PM 6:00 PM Open House/ Registration Student Union Lounge (under Cafeteria) Meet with fellow alumni and pick up your complimentary gift as the weekend kicks off at the Student Union Lounge.
Sept. 18th (Friday) Campus Tour Francis Hall QU students will be on hand to take alumni on a tour of campus. Meet at the fountain across from Brenner Library. Tours will start at 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
Sept. 18th (Friday) 4:00 PM 6:00 PM Happy Hour Hawks' Nest After a long drive to campus, come out to enjoy a couple of drinks with your fellow Hawks at the Hawks' Nest. Cash bar available.
Sept. 18th (Friday) 6:00 PM 10:00 PM Party on Penny Lane Penny Lane Take a walk down Penny Lane & be ready to party! Join us for live music, cash bar & food truck. Meet up with old friends and get the party started.
Sept. 19th (Saturday) 8:00 AM 10:00 AM National Alumni Board Meeting Francis Hall Board Room Quincy University alumni are invited to attend the National Alumni Board meeting and to learn more about what is going on at your alma mater. Find out how to be more involved at QU.
Sept. 19th (Saturday) 11:00 AM 3:00 PM QU Hawk Tailgating QU Stadium Prior to kick-off, we invite Alumni and guests to join us for our annual Pre-Game Celebration. Soft drinks and food will be available at no cost.
Sept. 19th (Saturday) 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Campus Tour Francis Hall QU students will be on hand to take alumni on a tour of campus. Meet at the fountain across from Brenner Library.
Sept. 19th (Saturday) 3:00 PM Homecoming Football game QU Stadium Come watch our own QU Hawks take on Lincoln University at the Homecoming game at QU Stadium.
Sept. 19th (Saturday) Brenner library event coming soon
Sept. 19th (Saturday) 6:00 PM 8:30 PM Alumni Dinner Hall of Fame Room Celebrate with fellow alumni at this year's alumni dinner where the anniversary classes will be honored at the Hall of Fame Room. In addition we will recognize our alumni of the year. Reservations are required. Cost is $27 per person.
Sept. 20th (Sunday) 10:00 aM 11:00 AM Alumni Memorial Mass QU Chapel Join fellow alumni to celebrate the Homecoming Memorial Mass. Married alumni will also be honored with a renewal of marriage vows.
Sept. 20th (Sunday) 11:00 AM Noon Farewell Brunch Private Dining Room in Cafeteria As Homecoming comes to an end, join us for a farewell brunch following the conclusion of Sunday morning mass at the Private Dining Room. Brunch is $13 and may be paid at the door.

Golden Hawks Reunion – Class of 1976
Celebrating 50 years since graduation! We encourage all members of the Class of 1976 to make plans to attend Homecoming Weekend and reconnect with classmates while being recognized as this year’s Golden Hawks.

Whether it’s your first visit back in years or one of many returns to campus, we hope you’ll join us as we honor your class, celebrate your accomplishments, and thank you for the impact you’ve made on Quincy University and beyond.

black and white photo of Quincy College sign on stone wall

Black and white photo of female graduates

Black and white photo of a line of graduates

Make your reservations now and don’t forget to mention you are here for homecoming to receive a discount.

Hotels Fairfield Inn
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(217) 223-5922
4315 Broadway St. Quincy, IL

Quality Inn & Suites
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(217) 224-8378
225 S 4th St. Quincy, IL

Atrium Hotel
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(217) 222-2666
201 S. 3rd Street Quincy, IL

Quincy Holiday Inn
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(217) 223-7800
4821 Oak Street Quincy, IL

Stoney Creek Inn
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(217) 223-2255
3809 Broadway St. Quincy, IL

Town & Country Inn & Suites
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(217) 214-0400
110 N. 54th St. Quincy, IL