UW-Oshkosh's First Virtual Homecoming Is Saturday!
Despite the Coronavirus pandemic changing the course of what is always a special in-person weekend for alumni, students and their families, UW-Oshkosh has put together a fun virtual schedule as it celebrates Homecoming 2020 on Saturday (Oct. 24).
"Although we all wish we could be together in person celebrating our Titan pride on Homecoming, we have a fun lineup of virtual activities to help everyone stay connected to their alma mater," UW-Oshkosh Director of Alumni Relations Chris Gantner said. "So, put on your favorite Titan sweatshirt or your black and gold apparel and join us for our first virtual Homecoming celebration. Don't miss this chance to catch up on all things UW-Oshkosh and share your Titan pride."
All Titans are encouraged to wear their Titan gear on Saturday and tag the various university social media accounts with pictures showcasing their Titan pride.
The student theme of this year's Homecoming is "Cities Around the World 2020."
UW-Oshkosh was scheduled to host UW-La Crosse in football and women's soccer on Saturday while its women's tennis and women's volleyball teams were scheduled to compete at the WIAC Championship and the Illinois Wesleyan University Invitational, respectively. All four activities have been cancelled due to the pandemic.
8 a.m. – 9 a.m. | Town Hall with Chancellor Andrew Leavitt | Collaborate Ultra (Event Link)
Enjoy your Homecoming morning coffee with Chancellor Andrew Leavitt and hear an update on what's happening at UW-Oshkosh. The virtual event will be moderated by Brooke (Buntrock) Tabbert, President of the UW-Oshkosh Alumni Association.
Have a question for Chancellor Andrew Leavitt? Submit here.
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | History Trivia with Archivist Joshua Ranger | Collaborate Ultra (Event Link)
University archivist Joshua Ranger tries to stump everyone with his Titan trivia. Brush up on your UW-Oshkosh history for an opportunity to win a Titan prize pack. All participants will have a chance to win by entering our random drawing. This fun and entertaining event will be moderated by Amanda Betts-Regina, Past President of the UW-Oshkosh Alumni Association.
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Titan Sports Hour with Darryl Sims, Assistant Chancellor, Athletics and Coaches | Collaborate Ultra (Event Link)
Close out Homecoming 2020 spending an hour with Darryl Sims, Assistant Chancellor, Athletics, along with men's basketball head coach Matt Lewis, women's gymnastics head coach Lauren Karnitz, women's volleyball head coach Jon Ellmann, softball player Sidney Budzinski and football player Trenton LaCombe. They'll provide an update on UW-Oshkosh athletics and give insight to what they've been up to. The virtual event will be moderated by Michael Patton, Voice of the Titans.
Have a question for Darryl Sims? Submit here.