Homecoming &
Family Weekend 2023
Join us for the annual Homecoming & Family Weekend at Cornerstone University! During Oct. 6-7, 2023, reunite with your classmates and faculty members, connect with current CU students and take part in lots of West Michigan fall activities that your whole family can enjoy.
Schedule
A detailed schedule for Homecoming & Family Weekend 2023 is forthcoming! Please check back for updates throughout the summer and, if you are an alum or parent of a current student, check your email for event updates.
| Date | Activity | Time | Location | Cost |
| Oct. 5 | Wisdom Conversations Alumni Reception (desserts provided, $5 alumni meal passes available) | 5:45-6:45 p.m. | Gainey Conference Center | Free |
| Oct. 5 | Wisdom Conversations | 7-8:30 p.m. | Christ Chapel | Free |
| Oct. 6 | Check In & Information Center Open | 7:15-10 a.m. | Christ Chapel Lobby | |
| Oct. 6 | Taking Care of Business: Alumni Business Spotlights & Networking ($5 continental breakfast) | 7:45-8:45 a.m. | Corum Student Union (Lounge) | $5 |
| Oct. 6 | Community Prayer Walk | 9-9:45 a.m. | Meet at the Welch Clock Tower | |
| Oct. 6 | Alumni-Led Chapel Featuring Cheryl Steele Tinsley (B.A. ’83) | 10-11 a.m. | Christ Chapel | |
| Oct. 6 | Cheryl Steele Tinsley Book Signing | 11 a.m. - Noon | Christ Chapel Lobby | |
| Oct. 6 | Bookstore Hours (20% alumni discount) | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Warren Faber Hall | |
| Oct. 6 | Lunch ($5 alumni meal passes available) | 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 |
| Oct. 6 | CU Archives Tours & Alumni Library Cards Available | 1-5 p.m. | Miller Library | Free |
| Oct. 6 | Art À La Carte: Self Guided Tour of Campus Artwork | 1-5 p.m. | Begins at Welch Clock Tower | Free |
| Oct. 6 | Dinner ($5 alumni meal passes available) | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 |
| Oct. 6 | Powderpuff Game | 7-8:30 p.m. | Cook/Van Osdel Lawn | Free |
| Oct. 6 | Postgame Bonfire | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Cook/Van Osdel Lawn | Free |
| Oct. 7 | CU Alumni & Friends 5K (registration begins at 7:15 a.m.) | 8-9 a.m. | Hansen Athletic Center Parking Lot | $25 |
| Oct. 7 | Kids Pond Run | 8-9 a.m. | Hansen Athletic Center Parking Lot | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Check In & Information Center Open | 8:30-11 a.m. | Christ Chapel Lobby | |
| Oct. 7 | Pancakes With the Prez & Profs (breakfast provided) | 9:30-10:30 a.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Bookstore Hours (20% alumni discount) | 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Warren Faber Hall | |
| Oct. 7 | Pumpkin Carving | 11 a.m. - Noon | Cook / Van Osdel Lawn | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Family Games & Activities | 11-5 p.m. | Cook / Van Osdel Lawn | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Lunch ($5 alumni meals passes available) | Noon - 1 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 |
| Oct. 7 | CU Archives Tours & Alumni Library Cards Available | 1-5 p.m. | Miller Library | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Art À La Carte: Self Guided Tour of Campus Artwork | 1-5 p.m. | Begins at Welch Clock Tower | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Gold & Blue Hints & Clues: Campus Scavenger Hunt | 1-5 p.m. | Begins at Welch Clock Tower | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Beneath The Willows Family Theatre | 2-3 p.m. | Willow Trees by Campus Pond | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Theatre House Open | 3-4 p.m. | CU Theatre House (2960 Leonard St. NE) | Free |
| Oct. 7 | Women's Soccer vs. Indiana Tech | 2:30-3:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | |
| Oct. 7 | Senior Recognition | 3:30-4:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | |
| Oct. 7 | Dinner ($5 alumni meal passes available) | 5-6 p.m. | Corum Student Union (Dining Commons) | $5 |
| Oct. 7 | Men's Soccer vs. Indiana Tech | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Soccer Complex | |
| Oct. 8 | WCSG Presents MercyMe and Crowder With Special Guest Andrew Ripp | 7 p.m. | Van Andel Arena | Varies |
The event schedule is subject to change.
Registration
Registration is open for Homecoming & Family Weekend 2023! Registration is encouraged for all events.
Campus Map
We will have several open parking lots for you to conveniently park each day. Take a look at the campus map to see which lots will be available and where.
Lodging
Cornerstone is just a short drive from several local hotels, including several located downtown. See the list of hotels below. For a discounted rate, mention Cornerstone University when you book a room.
Explore the City of Grand Rapids
If you’re coming in from out of state, why not enjoy all that Grand Rapids has to offer in the fall? Take a family trip to Robinette’s, take in the fall colors at a local park, or enjoy a cup of hot chocolate from Haggerty’s. There’s so much to do and explore, you might even want to add an extra day or two to your trip.
Volunteer for Homecoming!
Volunteer for Homecoming & Family Weekend on Oct. 6-7! Volunteer opportunities include:
- Alumni & Friends 5K: 4 volunteers (Oct. 7, 7-9:15 a.m.).
- Family Games & Activities: 4 volunteers (Oct. 7, 10 a.m. – noon).
- Family Games & Activities: 4 volunteers (Oct. 7, noon – 2 p.m.).
- Family Games & Activities: 4 volunteers (Oct. 7, 2-5:30 p.m.).
- Beneath the Willows Family Theatre: 2 volunteers (Oct. 7, 1:30-3:30 p.m.).
To sign up for a volunteer role, please complete the Volunteer Application.