Celebrate Homecoming Oct. 25 – Nov. 1
We’re excited to celebrate Homecoming (HOCO) with our community! This special week is filled with opportunities to reconnect, show your Saluqi spirit, and create new memories together. Below you’ll find a list of events planned just for you—whether you are a student, alumni, faculty member, employee or friend of the college, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
2025 Homecoming Calendar
Saturday, October 25 | Southwest HOCO Kick Off Day of Service
Join us as we kick-off Homecoming with a community day of service with the Rotary Club of Memphis. Volunteer to distribute food to families in need and make a difference in the community.
Open to students and employees.
- 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (Or until all food has been distributed).
- St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 277 S 4th St, Memphis, TN 38126 (Parking available at the church).
- Wear your Southwest Swag
- Check your Southwest email for a link to sign-up by Oct. 23.
Monday, October 27 | Twins Day
Grab a co-worker or classmate and dress up for the day like twins! You may be featured
on our social media.
Photos will be taken at the following times:
- Union Avenue Campus: B-106, 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- Macon Cove Campus Farris Breezeway: 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- Or take a photo yourself and send to cm@southwest.tn.edu
Tuesday, October 28 | Hat Day
Time to show off your style and personality. Don a wacky hat, fedora, bucket hat,
etc., or be unique and design something all your own. Any hat you choose! You may
be featured on our social media.
Photos taken at the following times:
- Union Avenue Campus: B 106, 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
- Macon Cove Campus Farris Breezeway: 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- Or take a photo yourself and send to cm@southwest.tn.edu
Wednesday, October 29 | Western Day
Yeehaw! Show off your best western wear for a rootin’-tootin’ good time on campus.
You may be featured on our social media.
Photos taken at the following times:
- Union Avenue Campus: B106, 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
- Macon Cove Campus Farris Breezeway: 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- Or take a photo yourself and send to cm@southwest.tn.edu
Saluqi Coffeehouse
Join us at the Coffeehouse — an open mic night celebrating all forms of expression,
from poetry and spoken word to monologues, scenes, songs, and dance.
Wednesday, October 29
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Macon Cove Campus, Academic Building, MAC 195
Thursday, October 30 | Southwest Swag Day
This is the day to let your Saluqi spirit shine! Wear your Southwest t-shirt, hat,
hoodie – let’s see what you got. Bedazzled outfits welcome.
Photos taken at the following times:
- Union Avenue Campus: B106, 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m.
- Macon Cove Campus Farris Breezeway: 12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m.
- Or take a photo yourself and send to cm@southwest.tn.edu
Thursday, October 30 | Pep Rally and Saluqi Mascot Reveal
You will not want to miss this year’s pep rally! It is going to be one for the books.
We will unveil our mascot’s new look and, for the first time ever, reveal its official
name. Be there as we announce the student who named the mascot and introduce our honorary
Mr. and Miss Southwest!
- 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, Verties Sails Gymnasium
October 27 – Nov.1 | Online Saluqi Scavenger Hunt
The Scavenger Hunt begins! This digital, interactive game will challenge your curiosity, ingenuity and Saluqi spirit as you race to uncover hidden clues and complete tasks for a chance to win prizes. Those who score the most points are eligible for a random drawing for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place categories.
Weeklong digital event | October 25 – Nov. 1
Prizes awarded the week of Nov. 3
Check your Southwest email for access details.
Click this link for instructions on how to participate and prizes: Saluqi Scavenger Hunt Instructions.
Monday, October 27 | Trap and Paint Party
Enjoy the vibes of listening to trap music while you paint with your peers. Canvas
and paint materials provided. Walk away with your own masterpiece artwork.
- 12: 00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, B106
Tuesday, October 28 | Trivia Party
Test your knowledge of pop culture and Southwest. Smartest contestants win prizes!
- 12:00 p.m. - 2 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, B106
October 28 – 30 | Transfer Fair Days
This event is for students thinking about transferring to a four-year college after
completion of their associate degree or credential. Explore options and connect with
representatives from a variety of colleges and universities.
October 28
- 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Macon Cove Campus, 5983 Macon Cove, Farris Building, 1st Floor
October 29
- 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, 737 Union Avenue, Building B, Room 106
October 30
- 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Whitehaven Center, 1234 Finley Road, Lobby
Wednesday, October 29 | Boots on the Ground Line Dancing Party
Saddle up for a boot-stompin’, hat-tippin’ dance party and contest that will make
this the wildest-west day on campus.
- 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, B106
Friday, October 31 | Boo Bash
A night of spooky fun, costumes, treats, music and Halloween excitement. Dress up
in your best costume for a chance to win the costume contest.
- Union Avenue Campus, B-106
- 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 30 | Friends, Supporters and Alumni Mixer
Join us for a special Silver Saluqi Celebration as we toast to 25 amazing years of memories, friendships, and Southwest spirit. Reconnect with classmates, network with fellow alumni, and make new memories as we celebrate our silver anniversary in true Saluqi style — with laughter, music, and plenty of pride!
- 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, 737 Union Avenue, Nathan Essex Nursing, Natural Sciences, and Biotechnology Building (Nursing Building), lobby
- Take a photo with our mascot as he showcase his new look
- Wear silver in honor of our silver anniversary!
- Free admission
Saturday, November 1 | Tailgating and Celebrating 25 Years | Game Day
Get ready for the ultimate tailgate celebration!
This year’s tailgate is bigger and better than ever as we celebrate our 25th Anniversary — the grand finale of a yearlong celebration!
Enjoy super-sized entertainment with 16 games and activities, food trucks, cheerleaders, a mascot appearance, photo booth, DJ, inflatable, treats, grilled favorites, and so much more!
Plus — for the first time in years — we’re bringing back a crowd favorite: a water splash game (think dunk tank), called Pitch Burst, where you can try to splash your favorite faculty or staff member with a bucket of water!
And just when you think it can’t get any better… get hyped for a live performance
by the Overton High School Drumline that will lead the way into the Verties Sails
Gym for our traditional game day competition with LeMoyne-Owen College.
We extend a special invitation to our retirees to join us for the festivities, games
and a commemorative photo with President Dr. Tracy D. Hall, between the men’s and
women’s basketball games.
Tailgate Party
- 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, 737 Union Avenue, tennis courts next to the Verties Sails Gymnasium
- First 200 attendees get a 25th Anniversary Bag filled with Southwest Swag!
- Purchase two “try” for $5 for the Pitch Burst game – proceeds to benefit student scholarships
Saluqi Game Day Competition
Saluqi Men's and Women's basketball teams play the Magicians of LeMoyne-Owen College
- 2:00 p.m. Women’s Game; 4:00 p.m. Men’s Game
- Verties Sails Gymnasium
Friday, October 31 | Accolades Brunch
Join us as we induct 10 former Southwest athletes and coaches into the Hall of Fame at our Accolades Brunch. Tickets are $25.00. Proceeds from the ticket sales benefit the College’s Athletics Department. Only 50 tickets available. Purchase yours today!
- 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- Union Avenue Campus, 737 Union Avenue, B-106
- Must purchase tickets to attend
- For information, please contact Coach Jarrett Stephens at jmstephens2@southwest.tn.edu.
- Use this link to purchase tickets.
2025 Homecoming Gear!
Homecoming 2025 marks 25 years of Saluqi pride—and we’re going BIG with exclusive Homecoming gear. Now’s your chance to wear the Southwest legacy loud and proud.
- Limited-time only
- Order by Oct. 13 to get yours in time for the start of Homecoming
- Shop now: bit.ly/46YWXzQ
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