Homecoming 2013, October 11-13

Members of the Classes of 1963, 1988, 2003, and 2008, Save the Date!

We hope that you make plans to join us Oct. 11-13 for Homecoming 2013 and your class reunion. The weekend will be filled with activities for you and your class as we celebrate the biggest Butler weekend of the year. Check back for updates regarding your reunion as more details are announced.

Connect with Your Class on Social Media

Follow @BUClassReunions on Twitter for updates and news for all the reunions.

The 5th, 10th, and 25th reunion classes have Facebook event pages. Join the event to connect with classmates, and share the information with your Butler friends! You can also join by visiting the events listing on the Alumni Facebook page.

Reunion Events- Registration info will be mailed to you this summer!

50th Reunion

50th Reunion Drift
Members of the Class of 1963 are encouraged to complete the 50th Reunion Drift survey. The information collected from the class will be compiled in a special booklet with updates from classmates on their lives following graduation. All members of the Class of 1963 will receive a copy of the 50th Reunion Drift.

Friday, Oct. 11 from 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Class of 1963 50^th Reunion Welcome Reception and Check-In
Robertson Hall, Sitting Room
Registration required. Start your reunion weekend with a casual hors d'oeuvres reception. You can pick-up information for the weekend and see classmates before the main Homecoming festivities begin.

Saturday, Oct. 12 at 6 p.m.
Class of 1963 50^th Reunion Reception and Dinner
Robertson Hall
Registration required. Reconnect with classmates from the Class of 1963 for a special cocktail reception, group photo, and dinner. The reunion dinner will follow at 7 p.m. Brief remarks will be given at dinner from Vice President and Director of Athletics Barry Coller '76, including an update on the renovations to Hinkle Fieldhouse and Butler's move to the Big East conference. Share memories from campus and updates with old friends as you celebrate this important milestone.

25th Reunion

Friday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m.
Class of 1988 Gathering at College of Liberal Arts & Sciences: Holcomb Observatory Wine Tasting
Holcomb Observatory
Registration required. Start your reunion celebration early by joining us for this special wine tasting. Classmates are encouraged to register for the 25^th reunion package to attend the tasting at a discounted price. Enjoy this special evening and the opportunity to connect with friends before the main Homecoming festivities begin.

Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Class of 1988 25^th Reunion Tailgate
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
Registration required. Join the Class of 1988 for a special tailgate in Bulldog Boulevard in the Hinkle Fieldhouse parking lot. Enjoy a catered meal including non-alcoholic drinks and a cash bar in a reserved section of the Homecoming tailgate. You won't want to miss this special chance to reconnect with classmates as you enjoy the biggest campus celebration of the year!

10th Reunion

Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m.
Class of 2003 Gathering at Moe & Johnny's*
Moe & Johnny's, 5380 N College Ave, Broad Ripple
Registration required. Make plans to join your fellow classmates for an exciting night in Broad Ripple on Friday. You won't want to miss this opportunity for good food and great times. Hot Hors d'oeuvre buffet, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served. Don't miss the chance to celebrate this important milestone with your class.
*Moe & Johnny's is now non-smoking

Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Class of 2003 10^th Reunion Tailgate
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
Be sure and join classmates inside Bulldog Boulevard at the Hinkle Fieldhouse parking lot for an afternoon of tailgating fun on Saturday. Stop by for a quick hello or bring your lawn chair and tailgate cooler stocked with snack and beverages for a long stay. Then, it's off to the Butler Bowl to cheer on our football team!

5th Reunion

Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 p.m.
Class of 2008 Gathering at Red Room
Red Room, 6335 Guilford Ave, Broad Ripple
Registration required. It's been 5 years but it's time to reconnect and relive your exciting nights in Broad Ripple. Reunion festivities kick-off on Friday night and include a delicious hot appetizer buffet and open bar inside one of Broad Ripple's favorite spots. This is a must-do, so make sure your plans include this exciting event.

Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Class of 2008 5^th Reunion Tailgate
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
Be sure and join classmates inside Bulldog Boulevard at the Hinkle Fieldhouse parking lot for an afternoon of tailgating fun on Saturday. Stop by for a quick hello or bring your lawn chair and tailgate cooler stocked with snack and beverages for a long stay. Then, it's off to the Butler Bowl to cheer on our football team!

Black Alumni Association Reunion

Friday, Oct. 11 from 6-8 p.m.
BAA Reunion Reception
Efroymson Diversity Center, Jordan Hall
Come and enjoy a delicious Hors d'oeuvre buffet and cash bar while we honor Levester Johnson for his 20 years of service to Butler and re-connect with old friends. Registration is required.

Friday, Oct. 11 from 8-10 p.m.
BAA After Dark Party
Reilly Room, Jordan Hall
Guests are invited to take a short walk upstairs from the reception to the Reilly Room for an After Dark Party including delicious desserts, music and dancing. Registration is required.

Saturday, Oct. 12 from 11 a.m. - Noon
BAA Reunion Lunch
Health and Recreation Center (HRC) Lobby
Make plans to join fellow alumni inside the HRC (next to Hinkle Fieldhouse) for a delicious lunch in the middle of all the excitement. Following lunch, guests are encouraged to enjoy Bulldog Boulevard tailgating festivities in the Hinkle Fieldhouse parking lot. Meet up with friends, visit college and group sponsored tents for give-a-ways and lots of fun. Kick-off is at 1 p.m. inside the Butler Bowl so mark your calendars to join us as we cheer the Dawgs on to victory! Registration for the lunch is required.

guests will be also be invited to take part of optional events such as a campus tour, city tour and more! Details for all planned reunion activities will be sent to BAA members later this summer. Be on the lookout for your invitation!

Jordan College of the Arts Alumni Community Reunion

Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9:30 - 11 a.m.
JCA Alumni Community Breakfast
Howard L. Schrott Center for the Arts, Wood Family Foyer (Lobby)
Come and help us celebrate our first-ever JCA Reunion. You won't want to miss this opportunity to return to campus for a fun-filled day of excitement and networking. Activities kick-off with a delicious hot breakfast buffet on Saturday in the beautiful and new Schrott Center lobby. Guests will also enjoy the sounds of Butler jazz students, behind-the-scenes tours of the center and a chance to meet up with old and new friends. Registration is required.

Saturday, October 12 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
JCA Alumni Community Tailgate Tent
Bulldog Boulevard, Hinkle Fieldhouse
It's on to the JCA Alumni Community tailgate tent on Bulldog Boulevard following breakfast. Enjoy the festive atmosphere that will include refreshments and give-a-ways. Come and relax in the heart of all the tailgating excitement. Stop by or stay for a while! Chairs and personal coolers with your favorite snacks and beverages are welcomed.

Get Involved

The Office of Alumni and Parent Programs is looking for volunteers from each class to assist with the reunion planning efforts. If you are interested in being involved, please call (800) 368-6852, ext. 9946, or email alumni@butler.edu for more information.

Make Your Travel Plans

October 11-13 will be a busy weekend in Indianapolis, so we encourage you to make your travel plans early. Special rates are available at many local hotels (subject to availability) for Butler alumni and friends. Visit our hotel partners website to learn more about the properties and how to book your reservation!