Celebrate Homecoming Oct. 28 – Nov. 7
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.
2026 Homecoming Calendar
Wednesday, October 28 | Pre–Homecoming Kick-Off “Coffee House”
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.
Open to students and employees.
- 5:00pm – 7:00 pm
- Macon Cove Campus
- MAC-195
Saturday, October 31 | 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.
- St. Patrick Catholic Church
- 8:00 am (7:30 am arrival time)
Monday, November 2 | Mobile Skating Party
- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Union Avenue Campus
- B-106
Tuesday, November 3 | R&B Bingo
- 12:00 noon
- Union Avenue Campus
- B-106
Wednesday, November 4 | Mister & Miss Southwest Ceremony
- 6:00 pm
- Union Avenue Campus
- Library
Thursday, November 5 | Saluqi Pep Rally
12:00 noon
Union Avenue Campus
Verties Sails Gym
Thursday, November 5 | Friends, Supporters and Alumni Mixer
Join us for a special Saluqi Celebration as we toast to 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
- Free admission
Friday, November 6 | Saluqi Hall of Fame Brunch
- 11:00 am
- Union Avenue Campus
- Library
Saturday, November 7 | Tailgating and Game Day
Get ready for the ultimate tailgate celebration!
Enjoy super-sized entertainment with games and activities, food trucks, cheerleaders,
a mascot appearance, photo booth, DJ, inflatable, treats, grilled favorites, and so
much more!
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
- Special Guest: Courtney Little
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
- Free to students and employees with ID; $10 for general public
Alcohol NOT permitted at Tailgate Party or during the basketball games.
Contact Us
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Student Leadership and Engagement
- studentdevelopment@southwest.tn.edu