Friday Alumni Weekend & Homecoming Celebrations
About this Event
As we celebrate the University of Miami’s 100th anniversary, this year’s festivities offer a unique opportunity to reconnect with your alma mater, rediscover cherished friendships, and honor the legacy of the U. Cheer for your Miami Hurricanes and be part of the ultimate Canes Homecoming experience, where past, present, and future Hurricanes come together to create memories that will last a lifetime. Review the schedule of events below for Friday, November 7, and register today!
College of Engineering Alumni Association Homecoming Breakfast and Centennial Panel Discussion
Time: 8 - 11:30 A.M.
Location: Newman Alumni Center, Multipurpose Room
Join us for a special morning of connection, celebration, and Cane spirit at our annual College of Engineering Alumni Association Homecoming Breakfast! This year's breakfast holds even greater significance as we proudly celebrate the University's 100 years of excellence, impact, and transformation.
Band of the Hour Luncheon, Hall of Fame Ceremony, and Rehearsal
Time: 12 - 6 P.M.
Location: Knight Center for Music Innovation
Join your fellow Band of the Hour alumni for a luncheon hosted by the Frost School of Music, follwed by the Hall of Fame ceremony. Cap off the afternoon with a rehearsal.
International Students and Alumni Celebration
Time: 1 - 3 P.M.
Location: Iron Arrow Room (Shalala Student Center)
International students, alumni, and supporters are invited to a special centennial Homecoming celebration in collaboration with the Council of International Students and Organizations (COISO). This reception honors the legacy of COISO, bringing together past and present Canes from around the world to connect, reflect, and celebrate our global community. Enjoy cultural connections, light refreshments, and a shared celebration of international impact.
Veterans Rally Point and Networking Reunion
Time: 2:30 - 4:30 P.M.
Location: UC 2nd Floor: Veterans Resource Center
Join fellow Canes in honoring the dedication and service shown by our veteran alumni and student veterans during a special centennial networking reception. Celebrate their impact, share your UM stories, and connect with others who’ve shaped—and continue to shape—our legacy. Check out the Veteran Students Organization and tour the Veteran Resource Center! Light bites will be served.
Time: 3 - 4 P.M.
Location: Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Step into a century of history with a special centennial Homecoming campus tour! Led by current students, this guided walk through our iconic Coral Gables campus offers a unique opportunity to explore beloved landmarks, discover hidden gems, and hear stories that span 100 years of Canes pride. Whether you're reliving your college days or admiring the U’s evolution, join us in celebrating our past and envisioning our future.
Housing and Residential Life Faculty, Professional and Student Staff Homecoming Reception
Time: 3 - 4:30 P.M.
Location: Centennial Village - Florence Hecht Great Room
Former and current employees of Housing and Residential Life, including student staff positions and faculty, please join us for an afternoon of delicious refreshments and light bites. Mingle, reminisce, and network with fellow Canes who have all contributed to the success of an impactful residential life experience. Feel free to stop by as your schedule allows! Please submit photos that can be shared during the event.
UM Hillel Open House and Shabbat Candle Lighting
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 P.M.
Location: University of Miami Hillel
Join Hillel for a special open house in celebration of the University's centennial. Enjoy delicious kosher bites, sweet treats, and refreshing drinks while mingling with fellow alumni, current students, and Hillel staff. Whether you were highly involved during your time at the U or are simply curious about what's new at Hillel, everyone is welcome! A short and meaningful Shabbat Candle Lighting Ceremony will begin at 5 p.m.
Brewing Connections: Coffee with the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and College Leadership
Time: 4 - 5 P.M.
Location: Ashe Administration Building 140
Join Leonidas Bachas, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, for a warm cup of coffee and even warmer conversation. This special Homecoming gathering invites Arts and Sciences alumni back to campus to reconnect, reflect, and celebrate moments that shaped their U experience. Whether reminiscing about late-night study sessions, favorite professors, or the lifelong friendships forged in the dorms, this is a moment to catch up with classmates, hear what's new at the college, and share what being a Cane means.
School of Communication Alumni Weekend and Homecoming Celebration
Time: 4 - 6 P.M.
Location: School of Communication Courtyard
Please join Dean Karin Wilkins for a delightful reception with great company and inspired memories! In celebration of our school's 40th anniversary, we will recognize key alumni and welcome fellow Canes as we commemorate our past, celebrate our present, and create our future as an exceptional school of communication.
SONHS AWH Kickoff Celebration in honor of the University's Centennial
Time: 4 - 6 P.M.
Location: SONHS Courtyard
Celebrate the U’s centennial at the School of Nursing and Health Studies! Hosted by Dean Hudson Santos, this special afternoon brings together alumni, colleagues, and friends in the spirit of connection and Canes pride. Enjoy great food, meaningful conversations, and the chance to reconnect with fellow Canes. Cheers to continued success, shared values, and the meaningful moments that unite our nursing and health studies school community.
Multicultural Student & Alumni Bash
Time: 4 - 6 P.M.
Location: MSA Office (Whitten University Center, 2nd floor - Suite 2300F)
Hosted in partnership by the Black Alumni Society and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, this reception celebrates the vibrant contributions of alumni from the diaspora. Reconnect with fellow Canes, meet current student leaders, and honor the shared stories of leadership, legacy, and learning that have helped to shape the University's first 100 years. Light bites will be provided.
M Club for Letterwinners Welcome Home Reception
Time: 5 - 7 P.M.
Location: Newman Alumni Center
Join your fellow Athletics Letterwinners for a Homecoming Weekend Welcome Home Cocktail Reception at the Newman Alumni Center on campus. Come reconnect with former teammates, celebrate all of your athletic accomplishments and the future of Hurricanes Athletics. Contact Jessica Green at Jessica.green@miami.edu for more information.
Miami Herbert Business School 2025 Homecoming BBQ
Time: 6 - 8 P.M.
Location: Cesarano Plaza
The Miami Herbert Business School welcomes alumni for this special centennial BBQ. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new people, and celebrate our vibrant campus spirit. Enjoy a delicious spread of BBQ favorites and refreshing beverages. Whether you're a student, staff member, faculty, or alum of the school, your presence will make this gathering even more memorable.
Time: 6 - 8:30 P.M.
Location: St. Augustine Church
Join us for this annual celebration of UCatholic at St. Augustine Church.Enjoy free food, drinks, games, music and more alongside fellow alumni, students, parishioners, and friends before the fireworks.
Time: 7 - 9:30 P.M.
Location: Shalala Student Center | 3rd Floor Ballroom
Join us for the biggest party of the century! The Centennial Edition of Canes Lounge is a vibrant, all-ages experience where the Homecoming spirit shines brighter than ever. Enjoy exclusive access to the best viewing areas for the iconic boat-burning ceremony and fireworks show. Savor great food, snap unforgettable photos, and enjoy live performances—all with an open bar to toast a century of memories. Don’t miss out on the early Ibis discounted pricing and get your tickets before they sell out! Advance ticket purchase required.
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Time: 8 - 10 P.M.
Location: Adrienne Arsht Center
This centennial concert celebrates the unparalleled musical legacy of Miles Davis, featuring Ravi Coltrane, Ambrose Akinmusire and Veronica Swift with Dean Shelly Berg and the Frost School of Music's Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra and its resident conductor, Scott Flavin.
Boat-Burning Ceremony and Fireworks Show
Time: 8:30 P.M.
Location: Lake Osceola
Witness history in the making as thousands of Canes gather around Lake Osceola for the beloved boat-burning ceremony, an enduring symbol of the indomitable spirit of the U. This year, the tradition takes on even greater meaning. Marvel at the dazzling fireworks show lighting up the centennial sky, and be part of an unforgettable evening that honors the past, celebrates the present, and ignites the future of the U.
