Homecoming Weekend

Homecoming Weekend 2024 – Schedule

SUNY Polytechnic Institute, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502

September 13-15, 2024

The SUNY Poly community is looking forward to welcoming back alumni, students, families, and community members from far and wide for a weekend of fun here on campus! Gather your friends and make plans to join us! Have questions? Contact alumni@sunypoly.edu.


🍂 See you in September! 🍂

Friday, September 13


Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House
Description: Join the campus community on a historic day as we celebrate SUNY Poly’s seventh president Dr. Winston “Wole” Soboyejo’s inauguration. This event is open to all to join and celebrate.

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Time: 3 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Alumni Tent/Parking Lot S (Upper Parking Lot; Wildcat Field House)
Description: Join us for fun filled events for all ages! This event is proudly hosted by the Center for Student Involvement. This event is open to all to join and celebrate, so stop by, have some fun, and also check out the Wildcat Den Pop-Up Shop filled with brand new merchandise.


Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Turf
Description: Come cheer on our Wildcats as the men’s lacrosse program is hosting an alumni game as they take on the current roster. Spectators are welcome. For questions, please contact Wildcat Athletics at athletics@sunypoly.edu.

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Time: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Alumni Tent/Parking Lot S (Upper Parking Lot; Wildcat Field House)
Description: The Alumni Association is excited to host the Class of 1984, 1994, 2004, and 2014 for these class reunions! Alumni from these classes who register for the event will receive a special gift from the Alumni Association. This event will have refreshments and bar access. The event will be $10/person. For questions, please contact the Alumni Association at alumni@sunypoly.edu or (315) 792-7273.

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Time: 8:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Location: Fireworks will shoot off by Oriskany Hall
Description: The fireworks are supported by the SUNY Poly Alumni Association and Foundation.

Saturday, September 14


Time: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Location: Student Center, Multipurpose Room #2
Description: Enjoy a delicious breakfast as part of a meet and greet with President Soboyejo. Hear exciting updates about our university, and the exciting future ahead. For questions, please contact alumni@sunypoly.edu or (315) 792-7273. This event is $10/person.

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Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Turf
Description: The Women’s Lacrosse program is hosting an alumnae challenge game. You won’t want to miss this, as alumni and current student-athletes go head-to-head. Spectators are welcome to watch. For questions, please contact Wildcat Athletics at athletics@sunypoly.edu.

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Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Location: Student Center, Lobby
Description: Take a tour of our beautiful campus, led by our admissions team, and learn about all the exciting things taking place on campus. This tour is limited to 30 people.

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Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Softball Field
Description: Head out to the diamond as our women’s softball program hosts an alumnae game as they take on the current roster. Spectators are welcome to watch. For questions, please contact Wildcat Athletics at athletics@sunypoly.edu.

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Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Downtown Utica (Transportation Provided)
Description: Looking to see what the City of Utica has to offer? Take a tour with the experts at Oneida County Tourism to learn the history of downtown Utica, while enjoying delicious food from some of the best local restaurants. The tour is limited to 30 total people and transportation will be provided from campus to downtown Utica. The registration fee is $10/person. For questions, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at (315) 792-7273. The Utica Food Tour is proudly supported and organized by What's Upstate through the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce.

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Time: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Peter Spina Field
Description: Who will win in this battle of the past vs the present when the men’s baseball program hosts an alumni game where they take on the current roster. Spectators are welcome to attend. For questions, please contact Wildcat Athletics at athletics@sunypoly.edu.

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Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Alumni Tent/Parking Lot S (Upper Parking Lot; Wildcat Field House)


Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Student Center, Lobby
Description: Take a tour of campus with our admissions, hear about the latest updates, and learn more about SUNY Poly’s academic programs. This tour is limited to 30 people.

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Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Turf
Description: Cheer on the Wildcats as they take on Bryant and Stratton College during this non-conference match up. This event is open to all.


Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Donovan Hall
Description: Join the SUNY Poly AMA Club and Central New York (CNY) Drones to learn about how these fascinating devices function, as well as how to fly them in an indoor arena in a game of drone soccer. This event is proudly hosted by the SUNY Poly AMA Club and CNY Drones.

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Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Softball Field
Description: Support the Wildcat Baseball and Softball team by joining their Home Run Derby. This event is open for all. For questions, please contact Paul Ludden at luddenp@sunypoly.edu or Juleah Wanner at vedderj@sunypoly.edu.


Time: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Student Center, Late Night Lounge
Description: How well do you know SUNY Poly? See how you’ll fare in a game of bingo, with a chance to win some amazing prizes! This event is proudly hosted by the Center for Student Involvement and the Wildcat Events Board. This event is open to all to join.

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Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Campus Center, Dining Hall
Description: Come enjoy delicious cuisine by Wildcat Hospitality as part of this buffet style dining experience. Dinner will be $10/person with the coupon. Current SUNY Poly students can use a meal swipe.


Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Location: Campus Center, Dining Hall (2nd Level)
Description: Are you a current student or alumni of SUNY Poly’s EOP and CSTEP programs? Join them as they bring current students and alumni together to mix and mingle. Refreshments will be provided. This event is proudly hosted by SUNY Poly’s Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) and Collegiate Science and Technology entry Program (CSTEP).

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Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location: Student Center, Late Night Lounge
Description: Were you involved in the Duel Academy club? Follow the heart of the cards and join in this reunion to reconnect with fellow alumni and current club members.

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Time: 8 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Location: Wildcat Field House, Turf
Description: Get your lawn chairs, blankets, and get cozy with a movie under the stars! Join this event that is proudly hosted by the Wildcat Events Board. No food or pets allowed. This event is open to all to join.


Frequently Asked Questions

Registration is required to attend Homecoming 2024. An email will be sent to all alumni in May when registration opens and you will be able to do so from this page.

Of course! Family members, partners, and friends are welcome and can be added during the registration process.

To make sure you receive event-related communications and the latest new from SUNY Poly, update your contact info here.

Yes! We hope all alumni who are able will join us for this historic event.

Here is a collection of local accommodations, provided by Oneida County Travel and Tourism.

Additionally, there are room blocks available at the following nearby hotels between 9/12 and 9/14.

 

To find an appropriate dining option, we recommend you utilize Oneida County Travel and Tourism’s Restaurant Finder.

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