Save the Date: February 4–7, 2026
The Wright State Alumni Association, Wright State University, and Wright State student organizations invite you to join us for Homecoming Week. Homecoming is about connections—to one another and to our alma mater. This year's events are a chance to celebrate the Raider spirit that connects us all!
Pre-Homecoming Events
Monday, February 2
Spirit Board Contest
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: 190 Student Union
Students only
Tuesday, February 3
Spirit Board Contest
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: 190 Student Union
Students only
Homecoming Full Event Listing
Wednesday, February 4
Kick Off
Join the start of homecoming with music, food, and make-and-take items (while supplies last).
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Student Union Atrium
Students only
Door Decorating Contest Begins for residence halls
Spread your spirit with door decorating in the residence halls.
Students only
Door Decorating Contest Begins for campus offices
Faculty and staff only
School Supply Drive Begins
Time: 9 a.m.
Ends: Friday, February 7 at noon
Donation Locations: Student Involvement and Leadership, University Hall, Dunbar Library, and White Hall
Homecoming Royalty Voting Opens
Vote for your peers on the Homecoming Royalty Court. The homecoming ballot will be available in Engage.
Students only
Homecoming Salsa Night
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Location: Student Union Atrium
Live music, dancing, light refreshments provided. Dress is casual.
All are welcome
Thursday, February 5
Donuts with the Deans
Join the deans for conversation and donuts.
Time: 9–11 a.m.
Location: Various locations
Students only
Paint and Sip
Join in the fun with a Paint and Sip event.
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
Alumni: RSVP for Paint and Sip
Students: RSVP for Paint and Sip
Trivia Night
Sponsored by the College of Health, Education, and Human Services
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Location: Wandering Griffin
Alumni only
Homecoming Table Tennis Tournament
Time: 6–9 p.m.
Location: Student Union Gym
Students only
Women’s Basketball vs. purdue fort wayne
Cheer on the Women's Basketball team as they take on Purdue Fort Wayne.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center
All are welcome
Purchase tickets for Women's Basketball vs. Purdue Fort Wayne
Homecoming cornhole Tournament
Time: 7–9 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center
Students only
Friday, February 6
Comedy show
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Student Union Market
Students only
Homecoming dodgeball
Time: 3–5 p.m.
Location: Student Union Gym
Students only
Homecoming badminton
Time: 5–7:30 p.m.
Location: Student Union Gym
Students only
Alumni Awards
Time: 5:30–8 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
All are welcome
Rathskeller After Dark
Dueling pianos, a bar, and snacks
Time: 8–11 p.m.
Location: Student Union Market
All are welcome
Saturday, February 7
tailgate: Raider Roundup and Chili Cookoff
Join the Raider community in celebrating homecoming with games, inflatables, food, music, and fun! Chili Cookoff is open to faculty, staff, and students.
Time: 4–6:45 p.m.
Location: McLin Gym
All are welcome
Women’s Basketball vs. IU Indy
Cheer on the Women's Basketball team as they take on Purdue Fort Wayne.
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center
All are welcome
Purchase tickets for Women's Basketball vs. IU Indy
Men’s Basketball vs. Purdue Fort Wayne
Cheer on the Men's Basketball team as they take on IU Indy.
- Homecoming royalty announced during halftime
- Alumni Award winners recognized at halftime
- Half-court shot
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center
All are welcome
Purchase tickets for Men's Basketball vs. Purdue Fort Wayne
Homecoming Dance
Dance the night away with UAB.
Time: 8–11 p.m.
Location: Student Union Apollo Room
Students only
Beer Tasting
Time: 9–11 p.m.
Location: Nutter Center Berry Room
Alumni only
