Happy Homecoming Week, UCCS! Celebrate homecoming during the Homecoming Tailgate before the women’s and men’s soccer games, attend the bonfire afterwards and spend time with Wellness all week long during their Wellbeing and Belonging Week!
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MONDAY
Canine Connections: University Hall B-Wing
Monday, Sept. 22 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | University Hall B-Wing
Stop by and spend some time with Bergen as part of Canine Connections — UCCS’s pet therapy program supporting student wellbeing. Take a moment to relax, enjoy some canine comfort and pick up wellness resources to help you manage stress and stay balanced.
Big Lunch: Noodles in the Multiliteracy Center
Monday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Columbine 316
Drop by the Excel Multiliteracy Center and get a free cup of noodles to celebrate Wellbeing & Belonging Week at UCCS!
Journal Decorating
Monday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
As a part of Wellbeing and Belonging Week, swing by the Student Life Lounge to get creative and decorate your own journal. This event is free and open to all. Relax, get creative and spend some time with students across campus!
Wellness Wagon
Monday, Sept. 22 from 12 – 1 p.m. | Campus-wide
Catch the Wellness Wagon driving across campus. They will be handing out free popsicles and ice cream to start Wellbeing and Belonging week on an extra sweet note!
Canine Connections: Columbine Hall Lobby
Monday, Sept. 22 from 12 – 1:30 p.m. | Columbine Hall 2nd floor lobby
Stop by and spend some time with Jasper or Lucas as part of Canine Connections — UCCS’s pet therapy program supporting student wellbeing. Take a moment to relax, enjoy some canine comfort and pick up wellness resources to help you manage stress and stay balanced.
Canine Connections: Student Life Lounge + SGA
Monday, Sept. 22 from 2 – 4 p.m. | Student Life Lounge (UC)
Stop by and spend some time with Boone as part of Canine Connections — UCCS’s pet therapy program supporting student wellbeing. Take a moment to relax, enjoy some canine comfort and pick up wellness resources to help you manage stress and stay balanced.
Wellbeing Bingo
Monday, Sept. 22 from 6 – 8 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
Join Wellness for a fun night of Wellbeing Bingo at Clyde’s Gastropub. This event is free and open to all. Spend some time testing your wellness knowledge and win some fun prizes!
TUESDAY
Big Lunch: Pizza
Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Excel Math Center (ENG 233)
Swing by the Excel Math Center to connect with fellow students and grab a free slice of pizza as a part of Wellbeing and Belonging Week.
Wellbeing and Belonging Fair
Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 12:30 – 3 p.m. | Berger Hall
Explore wellbeing-focused vendors, demonstrations, resources and giveaways during the Wellbeing and Belonging Fair hosted by UCCS Wellness. This event is free to attend and open to all UCCS students, staff and faculty.
Hybrid CS in SK Info Session
Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 4 – 5 p.m. | ENG 187 or Virtual event
Learn about a Computer Science program that lets you explore Korean culture! This session will cover all the important details you need to know about the program. Don’t miss this opportunity to study in one of Asia’s most technologically advanced and culturally vibrant countries!
SOS Group: Organization & Time Management
Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 4 – 5 p.m. | Excel Science Center Instructional Room, Centennial Hall
Are you struggling with making friends, study skills, sleep and self-care? Join the Wellness Center for free weekly group meetings to learn skills, share ideas and meet new people! A new topic will be featured every week. Feel free to drop in for one meeting or the entire semester! Sign up here.
Cafe Scientifique
Tuesday, Sept. 23 from 4:30 – 6 p.m. | Clyde’s Gastropub
What does it mean to foster a “culture of care” in higher education? How do we reorient our practices to recognize both the systems and structures of institutions and the individuals within them? Using findings from an LAS Dean’s Scholar Award and an NSF-funded project, this Cafe Scientifique introduces an online certification program, “The Ethos of Care Credential for Transformational Change,” we created to formalize training in care ethics.
WEDNESDAY
Hatha Yoga Class
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. | Recreation and Wellness Center
Start your morning with balance and relaxation during a free Hatha Yoga class. This event is free and open to people of all abilities and skill levels. A Recreation Center membership is not required to attend.
Big Lunch
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Excel Languages Center (DWIR 720)
Stop in for a free bite to eat in the Excel Languages Center and connect with fellow students as a part of Wellbeing and Belonging Week.
Homecoming Spirit: Pennant Decorating
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
Come and prepare for our Homecoming Games by making your own personalized pennant flag. You will receive a free pennant flag to decorate however you want when you check in.
Canine Connections: Excel Center – Language
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Dwire 270
Stop by and spend some time with Huckleberry as part of Canine Connections — UCCS’s pet therapy program supporting student wellbeing. Take a moment to relax, enjoy some canine comfort and pick up wellness resources to help you manage stress and stay balanced.
Homecoming Spirit Decorating
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 2 – 4 p.m. | Student Life Lounge
Get in the homecoming spirit and show off your Mountain Lion pride. Drop in to create decorations and spread the homecoming cheer before our homecoming games!
Canine Connections: Excel Center – Science
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Centennial 204
Stop by and spend some time with Erin as part of Canine Connections — UCCS’s pet therapy program supporting student wellbeing. Take a moment to relax, enjoy some canine comfort and pick up wellness resources to help you manage stress and stay balanced.
THURSDAY
Canine Connections: Library 2nd Floor Apse
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Kraemer Family Library – 2nd floor apse
Stop by and spend some time with Bella and/or Beau as part of Canine Connections — UCCS’s pet therapy program supporting student wellbeing. Take a moment to relax, enjoy some canine comfort and pick up wellness resources to help you manage stress and stay balanced.
Board Game Lunch
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 12 – 2 p.m. | Kraemer Family Library – 2nd floor apse
Grab some lunch and make new friends over a game from the library’s collection, including Guess Who?, Tenzie, Fluxx and more!
Tea Party
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 3 – 4 p.m. | Wellness Center Zen Den
Cozy up and relax with a cup of tea in the Wellness Center’s Zen Den. The Zen Den is located just past the Wellness Center entrance on the left side as you enter the Rec.
Homecoming Tailgate
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 4 – 5:30 p.m. | Parking Lot 576, across from the Ent Center for the Arts
We’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 UCCS Homecoming Tailgate! This free event is your chance to make new memories, enjoy food and live entertainment with fellow alumni, UCCS students, neighbors of UCCS, faculty and staff! Families are welcome to attend. Register for UCCS Homecoming Tailgate! Stick around for the women’s soccer game at 5 p.m. and the men’s soccer game at 7:30 p.m. at Mountain Lion Stadium.
Spill the Tea (Then Make Your Own)
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 6 – 7 p.m. | UCCS Farm
Steep Into Wellness during our Herbal Tea Bag Workshop at the UCCS Farm! We’re brewing up something soothing and special—custom herbal tea bags! Using herbs and plants grown right here at the UCCS Farm, we’ll explore how different blends can support everything from relaxation and digestion to immunity and skin health. Then, you’ll get to mix your own personalized tea bags to take home and enjoy. As always, we’ll keep you fueled with snacks and drinks during the educational portion, so come sip, learn and steep yourself in the power of plants!
Affirming the Spectrum: Bi+ Bash
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 6 – 7 p.m. | MOSAIC Lounge (UC 110)
Join MOSAIC and QSA for our Affirming the Spectrum series with Bi+ Bash. This is a celebration and discussion around bisexual+ identities. We’ll have snacks and opportunities to mingle with others. Affirming the Spectrum series are one hour events throughout the semester focused on community building and an opportunity to highlight different identities through discussion, presentation, connection and activities. This event is open to everyone. Whether you are looking to meet other individuals, or learn about the community, all are welcome.
2025 Homecoming Bonfire
Thursday, Sept. 25 from 9 – 11 p.m. | UCCS Lot 580
Student Life and Student Government Association host the annual UCCS Bonfire in Lot 580 from 9pm-11pm! Join us for free food, hot drinks, s’mores and a DJ!
FRIDAY
CAE National Cybersecurity Virtual Career Fair
Friday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Virtual event
Open to students and alumni of all CAE-C (Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity) institutions, this Virtual Career Fair is a great way for cyber students and alumni to meet dozens of employers from across the US looking to fill both full-time positions and internships. Registration is required. Visit this page to register and for more information.
Farmhouse Friday’s
Friday, Sept. 26 from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | UCCS Farm
Join us at the UCCS Farm for a flavorful meal made with farm-fresh food! Enjoy a delicious lunch, connect with fellow students and soak up the fun, welcoming vibes of the farm. You’ll get to leave with a full belly and a new recipe to test at home!
Big Lunch
Friday, Sept. 26 from 12 – 2 p.m. | Excel Sciences Center (Centennial 204)
Stop in for a free bite to eat in the Excel Sciences Center and connect with fellow students as a part of Wellbeing and Belonging Week.
Culture Fest
Friday, Sept. 26 from 6 – 9 p.m. | Upper Lodge
Join the MOSAIC office in collaboration with Student Life and Leadership and UCCS cultural student clubs for the annual Culture Fest! This event will include performances, interactive booths and highlight the various cultural clubs on campus! Free and open to all UCCS community members.
SATURDAY
Paddleboarding and Kayaking at Catamount Reservoir
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 12 – 1 p.m. | Upper Lodge
Join us for fun in the sun! We will head out and enjoy a paddle in a local reservoir, jump in the water and attempt some nautical yoga! Difficulty is easy. Participants must be able to swim! Includes SUP, life jacket, paddle, entrance fee and transportation.
JCPenney Suit-Up Event
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | JCPenney at First & Main Town Center
Get up to 45% off select career wear, shoes & accessories at the First and Main Tower Center JCPenney. Students, staff and faculty are welcome to participate!
Homecoming: Casino Night
Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 – 11 p.m. | Kettle Creek
Homecoming Casino Night is back and better than ever! We will be turning Kettle Creek into our very own casino, complete with tables and lots of fun games! Your winnings can even be turned in for raffle tickets to win real prizes! Food and drinks will also be provided.
SUNDAY
Cornhole – Individual or Group
Sunday, Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | West Lawn
Join Campus Recreation for a fun day of cornhole! This event is free for students and members. Players must register on Fusion Play by 2 p.m. on September 26.
Athletics
Women’s Soccer
Fort Lewis at UCCS
Thursday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
STORM THE STADIUM! The first 250 fans receive a FREE Storm the Stadium t-shirt!
Western Colorado at UCCS
Sunday, Sept. 28 at 12 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Men’s Soccer
Fort Lewis at UCCS
Thursday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Regis at UCCS
Sunday, Sept. 28 at 2:30 p.m. | Mountain Lion Stadium
Arts & Culture
Scary Good Movie Night Double Feature
Thursday, Sept. 25 at 7:15 p.m. | Heller Center for Arts & Humanities
Join the Heller Center for Arts & Humanities for movie night featuring “Creature from the Black Lagoon” and “Poltergeist.” Please bring a blanket or a chair for viewing. Movie-themed snacks will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. Please wear closed-toe shoes.
For more events on campus, check out Mountain Lion Connect, our central campus events calendar.