
Schedule
Homecoming Weekend Schedule of Events
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Friday, October 17
2:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Makerspace Tours (Makerspace)
The 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæ Makerspace is a rapid prototyping and collaboration facility where engineers, architects, designers, and scientists bring ideas to life.
Tours will take place 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. and 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Registration is required. Please email kate.matthewsbray@njit.edu to secure your spot.
6:00 – 9:00 p.m. | Alumni Achievement Awards (Campus Center, Atrium)
Celebrate exceptional alumni who bring honor to 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæ. Enjoy a celebratory evening with a cocktail hour, dinner, drinks, and a special appearance by Albert Einstein impersonator George Soley.
This year’s honorees:
- Joseph Buga ’15
- Angie Ogando ’02, ’11
- Tony Pusillo ’75, ’77
- Gunjan Samtani ’97, ’97
- Anthony Shiao ’01, ’07
- Sarabjit Singh ’02H, ’04
- Alana Dudley ‘17H (GeNext Award)
Registration is required. | Price: $50.00
7:00 p.m. | Lacrosse Alumni Game/Alumni Gathering
This event is invitation only.
Saturday, October 18
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. | Walking Tour of Newark (Meet at Clock Tower)
Explore Newark’s rich history and vibrant present with visits to landmarks, galleries, shops, eateries, churches, and parks.
Registration is required. | Price: $10.00
9:00 – 9:45 a.m. | Leadership Circle Meet & Greet with the Deans
Leadership Circle members are invited to an exclusive pre-reception before Breakfast with the Deans.
This event is invitation only.
9:45 – 11:30 a.m. | Breakfast with the Deans (Central King Building, Agile Strategy Lab)
All alumni, parents, students, faculty, staff, and friends are invited to celebrate Homecoming with 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæâ€™s Deans and Associate Deans. Enjoy breakfast, network, and reconnect.
Registration is required. | Price: Students: $5.00 / Alumni, Guests, Faculty, Staff: $10.00
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Fencing Alumni Day & 90th Anniversary Celebration
This event is invitation only.
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11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Welcome Ceremony (Campus Center, Atrium)
Join President Teik C. Lim for his welcome remarks to kick off the day.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Academic Talk:ÌýPursue AI with Purpose (Campus Center, Atrium)
Discover how AI is transforming everyday life and work in an accessible conversation.
Registration is required.
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Food Truck Festival
Enjoy a variety of food from local food trucks. Registrants will receive a prix-fixe menu option from their selected vendor.
Registration is required. | Price: Students: $5.00 / Non-Students: $15.00
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Carnival / Kid ZoneÌý
Fun for the whole family, including game booths, prizes, food and more!
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Makerspace Tours (Makerspace)
Explore 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæâ€™s Makerspace with guided tours.
Tours will take place 12:00 – 1:00 p.m., 1:00 – 2:00 p.m., and 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Registration is required. Please email kate.matthewsbray@njit.edu to secure your spot.
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Innovation Expo (Near the Clock Tower)
See innovative projects and research from 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæ students and departments.
12:00 p.m. | 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæ Men's Swimming & Diving Alumni Day
This event is invitation only.
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1:00 – 3:00 p.m. | Alumni Beer Garden
Celebrate Oktoberfest-style with beer, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks. Dedicated areas for affinity groups, including the Black Alumni Society, HLLC, Golden Highlanders, and Greek Life.
Registration is required. | Price: $15.00
1:00 p.m. | 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæ Men’s Soccer Alumni Gathering
This event is invitation only.
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3:00 p.m. | Men’s Soccer Game (Lubetkin Field)
Cheer on the Men’s Soccer team as they take on the University of Albany.
Registration is required. | Price: Students: Free / Non-Students: $7.00
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Black Alumni Society GatheringÌý
Enjoy light bites, connect with fellow alumni, and test your knowledge with trivia!
Registration is required. | Price: $5.00
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. | Young Alumni Gathering (Campus Center, Game Room)
Connect with 51ÖØ¿ÚÁÔÆæ young alumni (Classes of 2014–2024) over music, food, games, cocktails and mocktails.
Registration is required. | Price: 2025 Grads: $5.00 / Alumni: $10.00
6:00 – 9:00 p.m. | NCE Order of the Engineer Induction Ceremony
This event is invitation only. Registration coming soon.
Sunday, October 19
1:00 p.m. | Women’s Soccer Game (Lubetkin Field)
Cheer on the Women’s Soccer team as they take on UMass Lowell.
Registration is required. | Price: Students: Free / Non-Students: $7.00