TigerFest 2024: Alumni & Family Homecoming
We’re back again, Tigers! Get ready to show your #HFUPride at TigerFest Alumni and Family Homecoming Week on October 16-19.
Register Today! Schedule of Events
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Wednesday, October 16
6:00 p.m. | Distinguished Writers Series featuring Emma Eisenberg (Education and Technology Center)
Experience a literary evening and thought-provoking conversations with Emma Eisenberg, best-selling author of Housemates and The Third Rainbow Girl.
Friday, October 18
8:30 a.m. | What’s All the Hype About AI?! (Campus Center)
Hosted by Ankit Lal, Assistant Professor in the School of Business & Technology who is passionately merging his extensive industry experience (Google, Goldman Sachs and more) with academic theory to enhance HFU student learning outcomes. Explore how AI will transform our business and professional lives forever.
7:00 p.m. | Tiger Madness (Campus Center Lower Lobby & Gymnasium)
Let the TigerFest Homecoming festivities begin! Students, get ready for a fun-filled night with free food, T-shirt giveaways, and non-stop entertainment. Follow @hfuengagement and @hfureslife on Instagram for the latest details and contests.
Saturday, October 19
TigerFest Homecoming is FREE for all and offers a mix of activities to fuel your Tiger pride! The day will feature NCAA athletic competitions, campus tours, loads of family-friendly activities, and so much more! Savor delicious treats from food trucks and enjoy beverages as you soak in the festive atmosphere (pay as you go). This is one Homecoming celebration you won’t want to miss!
9:00 a.m. | Women’s Lacrosse Alumni Game (Tiger Field)
Lace up your cleats and relive the glory days! Women’s Lacrosse alumni are invited back to the field for a thrilling match. It will be a game filled with camaraderie and nostalgia! Attendees will receive an exclusive Women’s Lacrosse alumni T-shirt and get access into the post-game tailgate. Registration opens at 8:30 am.
10:30 am | Holy Family Feud (Campus Center)
Join the School of Education for a fun Family Feud event, starting with a warm welcome from our new Dean, Barbara Schwartz-Bechet, Ed.D. It’s the perfect chance to reconnect, team up, and enjoy some friendly competition. Guests will enjoy light refreshments and have a chance to win exclusive HFU merch, AirPods, JBL speakers, and other prizes!
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.| Campus Store Open (Campus Center)
Swing by the newly-renovated Campus Store and stock up on the latest Holy Family gear! Whether you’re looking for a cozy hoodie or a special gift, we’ve got you covered. Plus, beginning at 1:00 p.m., you can catch us at Tiger Tailgate for more shopping fun!
11:00 a.m. | Women’s Volleyball (Campus Center Gymnasium)
Feel the energy and excitement as the Tigers take on the Caldwell Cougars. Join us in the Campus Center Gymnasium and cheer on our team to victory!
11:30 a.m. | Campus Tours (Campus Center)
Join our student guides for a walking tour that will highlight new developments and exciting future plans. Meet us by the Tiger Statue, and let’s roam the campus together!
12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Tiger Tailgate (Stevenson Lane Residence Parking Lot)
This year, we’re raising the bar with an afternoon of Tiger pride and reconnection! Enjoy craft beers from our exclusive partner, Odd Logic Brewing, and treat yourself to delicious bites from Chickie's & Pete's, Funnel Cakes n'More, Let the Good Times Roll, Mini Melts, and Taqueria Dos Hermanos. Rally behind our soccer teams, meet our beloved mascot, Blue, and dive into a variety of family-friendly activities. It’s the ultimate Homecoming celebration—make sure you’re a part of it!
* Please note: Beer service is for those 21 and older (ID required). Outside alcohol is not permitted.
12:00 p.m. | Women’s Soccer (Tiger Field)
Show your Tiger pride as our Women’s Soccer team faces off against the Felician Falcons and celebrate their senior day!
2:30 p.m. | Men’s Soccer (Tiger Field)
The excitement continues as our Men’s Soccer team takes on the Felician Falcons and celebrate their senior day!
5:00 p.m. | Mass (St. Katherine of Siena R.C. Church)
End the day with a moment of reflection and community. All are welcome to attend Mass at St. Katherine of Siena Roman Catholic Church (9700 Frankford Avenue) as we come together in faith and fellowship.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Getting to Campus & Parking Information
Holy Family’s Philadelphia campus is located at 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114. Click here for driving directions and public transportation information, as well as a Philadelphia Campus Map and parking information.
Special Needs/Accessibility Assistance
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Campus is fully Handicap Accessible, with public-use elevators, handicap parking, and handicap-accessible restrooms. Please indicate your accessibility needs when you register.
Overnight Accommodations
For those traveling from out of town, we recommend the Holiday Inn Express Philadelphia NE–Bensalem at 1329 Bristol Pike, Bensalem PA, 19020. To reserve your room, call the hotel at 215-245-5222 and mention the “Holy Family University Alumni” discount to get your room for only $99!
Other
For any other TigerFest Homecoming questions or concerns, please contact Amanda Medina Leon, Director of Advancement Events and Communications, at amedinaleon@holyfamily.edu or 267-341-3509.