Homecoming is a celebration of Washburn and all that it means to students and alumni. We look forward to fun events to showcase our Ichabod spirit!
October 19 - 22, 2022
Your imagination is the limit as we explore "Out of this World" for Homecoming 2022. We'll jump right into celebrating as we return from Fall Break, ending our time with the Homecoming football game on Saturday, Oct. 22.
Homecoming Events
Scorch on the Porch
- 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
- Memorial Union
Come board the WU SSS Enterprise! We’ve got free food, music, and even a photo booth. Our Ichabod Shop will be having a t-shirt sale, as well as WSGA giveaways.
The gallery of photos from the Scorch on the Porch photo booth is now live. You can download and share photos of you and your friends by clicking the link below:
Rising Stars Variety Show
- 6 - 8 p.m.
- Washburn Rooms A and B, Memorial Union
Formerly known as “Open Mic Night,” bring your talent to Washburn. Whether that be singing, dancing or a comedy skit, we would love to see you perform. If not, come for the entertainment and the announcement of our Top Bod nominees during the Variety Show.
- Zachary Yelland
- Quinn Leffingwell
- Jenna Smithson
- Analisa Chavez-Munoz
- Carlos Cedillo-Silva
- Koy Olberding
- Chloe Chaffin
- Sierra Jeter
- Dylan Grospitch
- Hayden Kalp
Voting begins at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19 and will be open until 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21. The winners will be revealed during Saturday's homecoming game. You can cast your vote here: www.washburn.edu/top-bods-ballot
Yell Like Hell Pep Rally
- 7 p.m.
- Lee Arena
Ichabod Shop Annual Homecoming Sale
- 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Lower Level of the Memorial Union
Save 25% on all regular priced Washburn merchandise. Sale is also valid at Ichabodshop.com, use promo code "Homecoming." Some exclusions apply, see store or website for details.
After Hours
- 5 - 8 p.m.
- Washburn Rooms A and B in the Memorial Union
Gather with alumni and friends for a night of fun! Enjoy drinks, food and musical entertainment from The Brothers Blue. Also, check out our Top Hats display and banners. Cost: Free for alumni dues-paid members, $5 for non-members. Learn more at https://wualumni.org/homecoming
Volleyball Game (vs. University of Central Oklahoma)
- 6 p.m.
- Lee Arena
Women's Soccer (vs. Emporia State)
- 6 p.m.
- Yager Stadium
Washburn Theatre presents the new musical Andersen: A Fairy Tale Life
- 7:30 p.m.
- Neese-Gray Theatre
Andersen: A Fairy Tale Life a new musical by June McCarty Clair, John Clair, and Derek Hakes will be presented by Washburn University Theatre at 7:30 p.m. October 21, 22, 28, and 29 and 2 p.m. October 30 in Neese-Gray Theatre on the Washburn University Campus.
The musical is a world premiere by Washburn alumna June McCarty Clair who was inspired during her travels to Copenhagen while a student at Washburn University. The musical follows the struggles of Hans Christian Andersen as he seeks his future fame. The musical was workshopped at Washburn in the spring of 2022 and now features a full production. The cast includes Washburn students, alums, community members and children. Student performers will appear alongside Washburn alums such as Teri Walton, Leslie and Nicolas Carr and Hannah Kirby.
Director, Julie Noonan notes, “Having the opportunity to work on a new musical is a great experience for our students. In addition, we have alums returning to the Washburn stage working with our current students to bring this heart-warming, family-friendly story to life.” As part of Washburn homecoming festivities, the writers will be on campus for opening weekend.
Tickets may be reserved at https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/66908 or prior to performances at the Washburn Theatre Box Office. Tickets are a suggested $10 donation for general seating. All donations will go toward Washburn Theatre scholarships. For more details check out the Washburn University Theatre website at www.washburn.edu/theatre .
Washburn University Alumni Association and Foundation Pancake Feed
- 8 - 10 a.m.
- Memorial Union Lawn
- Pre-register for the pancake feed at https://wualumni.org/homecoming
Ichabod Shop Annual Homecoming Sale
- 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Lower Level of the Memorial Union
Save 25% on all regular priced Washburn merchandise. Sale is also valid at Ichabodshop.com, use promo code "Homecoming." Some exclusions apply, see store or website for details.
Homecoming Parade
- 10 a.m.
- Around campus
Homecoming Football Game Tailgating
- 11 a.m.
- Memorial Union Lawn and around Yager Stadium
Homecoming Football Game
- 1 p.m.
- Yager Stadium
Crowning Top Bods during Halftime
Volleyball Game (vs. Newman University)
- 6 p.m.
- Lee Arena
Washburn Theatre presents the new musical Andersen: A Fairy Tale Life
- 7:30 p.m.
- Neese-Gray Theatre
Andersen: A Fairy Tale Life a new musical by June McCarty Clair, John Clair, and Derek Hakes will be presented by Washburn University Theatre at 7:30 p.m. October 21, 22, 28, and 29 at and 2 p.m. October 30 in Neese-Gray Theatre on the Washburn University Campus.
The musical is a world premiere by Washburn alumna June McCarty Clair who was inspired during her travels to Copenhagen while a student at Washburn University. The musical follows the struggles of Hans Christian Andersen as he seeks his future fame. The musical was workshopped at Washburn in the spring of 2022 and now features a full production. The cast includes Washburn students, alums, community members and children. Student performers will appear alongside Washburn alums such as Teri Walton, Leslie and Nicolas Carr and Hannah Kirby.
Director, Julie Noonan notes, “Having the opportunity to work on a new musical is a great experience for our students. In addition, we have alums returning to the Washburn stage working with our current students to bring this heart-warming, family-friendly story to life.” As part of Washburn homecoming festivities, the writers will be on campus for opening weekend.
Tickets may be reserved at https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/66908 or prior to performances at the Washburn Theatre Box Office. Tickets are a suggested $10 donation for general seating. All donations will go toward Washburn Theatre scholarships. For more details check out the Washburn University Theatre website at www.washburn.edu/theatre .
Banners
Sorority – Delta Gamma
Fraternity – Kappa Sigma
Organizations – Leadership Institute
Top Hats
Homecoming Theme – Financial Aid
Most Creative – Biology
WU Spirit – Leadership Institute
Rising Stars
1st – Samuel Pollom
2nd – Roni Simeon
3rd – Jack Benedict
Office Decorations
Winner – Career Services
Yell Like Hell
Fraternity/Sorority – Zeta and Sig Ep
Organization – Black Student Union (BSU)
Athletics – Volleyball
Organizations on the Lawn
Organization – Dancing Blues
Fraternity – Kappa Sigma
Sorority – Alpha Phi
Residential Desks
Winner – Lincoln Hall
Parade
Winner – Delta Gamma/Kappa Sig
Homecoming Packet
The Homecoming packet has all the information students need to participate in Homecoming events, including rules, deadlines for registration, Top Bod information, the points system and more. Fill out this form to get your organization signed up for Homecoming events: https://forms.office.com/r/WF6UqkRn3R
If your organization chose you for the Top Bod candidate opportunity, fill out your information so we can get in touch. If you want to learn more about the Top Bod events, check out the homecoming packet. https://forms.office.com/r/Ym8ieBCLHF
Homecoming Parade
Learn more about the Homecoming parade, including the route. Contact Liz Duvall at elizabeth.duvall@washburn.edu to register for the parade or if you have any questions about the parade.
