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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.

DateActivityTimeLocationCost
Oct. 5Wisdom Conversations Alumni Reception (desserts provided, $5 alumni meal passes available)5:45-6:45 p.m.Gainey Conference CenterFree
Oct. 5Wisdom Conversations7-8:30 p.m.Christ ChapelFree
Oct. 6Check In & Information Center Open7:15-10 a.m.Christ Chapel Lobby
Oct. 6Taking Care of Business: Alumni Business Spotlights & Networking ($5 continental breakfast)7:45-8:45 a.m.Corum Student Union (Lounge)$5
Oct. 6Community Prayer Walk9-9:45 a.m.Meet at the Welch Clock Tower
Oct. 6Alumni-Led Chapel Featuring Cheryl Steele Tinsley (B.A. ’83)10-11 a.m.Christ Chapel
Oct. 6Cheryl Steele Tinsley Book Signing11 a.m. - NoonChrist Chapel Lobby
Oct. 6Bookstore Hours (20% alumni discount)11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Warren Faber Hall
Oct. 6Lunch ($5 alumni meal passes available)11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.Corum Student Union (Dining Commons)$5
Oct. 6CU Archives Tours & Alumni Library Cards Available1-5 p.m.Miller LibraryFree
Oct. 6Art À La Carte: Self Guided Tour of Campus Artwork1-5 p.m.Begins at Welch Clock TowerFree
Oct. 6Dinner ($5 alumni meal passes available)4:30-6:30 p.m.Corum Student Union (Dining Commons)$5
Oct. 6Powderpuff Game7-8:30 p.m.Cook/Van Osdel LawnFree
Oct. 6Postgame Bonfire8:30-10:30 p.m.Cook/Van Osdel LawnFree
Oct. 7CU Alumni & Friends 5K (registration begins at 7:15 a.m.)8-9 a.m.Hansen Athletic Center Parking Lot$25
Oct. 7Kids Pond Run8-9 a.m.Hansen Athletic Center Parking LotFree
Oct. 7Check In & Information Center Open8:30-11 a.m.Christ Chapel Lobby
Oct. 7Pancakes With the Prez & Profs (breakfast provided)9:30-10:30 a.m.Corum Student Union (Dining Commons)Free
Oct. 7Bookstore Hours (20% alumni discount)11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Warren Faber Hall
Oct. 7Pumpkin Carving11 a.m. - NoonCook / Van Osdel LawnFree
Oct. 7Family Games & Activities11-5 p.m.Cook / Van Osdel LawnFree
Oct. 7Lunch ($5 alumni meals passes available)Noon - 1 p.m.Corum Student Union (Dining Commons)$5
Oct. 7CU Archives Tours & Alumni Library Cards Available1-5 p.m.Miller LibraryFree
Oct. 7Art À La Carte: Self Guided Tour of Campus Artwork1-5 p.m.Begins at Welch Clock TowerFree
Oct. 7Gold & Blue Hints & Clues: Campus Scavenger Hunt1-5 p.m.Begins at Welch Clock TowerFree
Oct. 7Beneath The Willows Family Theatre2-3 p.m.Willow Trees by Campus PondFree
Oct. 7Theatre House Open3-4 p.m.CU Theatre House (2960 Leonard St. NE)Free
Oct. 7Women's Soccer vs. Indiana Tech2:30-3:30 p.m.Soccer Complex
Oct. 7Senior Recognition3:30-4:30 p.m.Soccer Complex
Oct. 7Dinner ($5 alumni meal passes available)5-6 p.m.Corum Student Union (Dining Commons)$5
Oct. 7Men's Soccer vs. Indiana Tech5:30-6:30 p.m.Soccer Complex
Oct. 8WCSG Presents MercyMe and Crowder With Special Guest Andrew Ripp7 p.m.Van Andel ArenaVaries

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.

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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.

Nearby Hotels

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.

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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.

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