Published September 8, 2025
MONROE, LA – University of Louisiana Monroe alumni near and far are invited to come back to the
bayou to celebrate homecoming during the week of September 22 – 27, 2025. Festivities
begin on Tuesday, September 23, and culminate on Saturday, September 27, as the Warhawks
take on Arkansas State at Malone Stadium. Kickoff will be at 2:00 p.m.
A complete list of homecoming festivities can be found at ulm.edu/homecoming. Highlights from homecoming week include:
Tuesday, September 23 at 6:30 p.m. – Faculty & Staff vs. Students Softball Game
Students will take on their favorite faculty and staff members on the softball field.
Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the game begins at 7:00 p.m. at the softball complex.
Wednesday, September 24 at 5:30 p.m. – University Mile
One of the most treasured traditions at ULM, the University Mile is open to all community
members. The one-mile race begins at Hemphill Hall on Northeast Dr. and finishes at
the Activity Center. Register for the 41st annual University Mile in the front office
of the Activity Center or at ulm.edu/homecoming.
Thursday, September 25 at 5:30 p.m. – Homecoming Parade & Pep Rally
The football team, ULM spirit squads, the Sound of Today Marching Band, homecoming
court, and more will parade through ULM’s campus at this family-friendly event. The
parade begins on Northeast Dr. and ends at Fant-Ewing Coliseum. The Pep Rally will
immediately follow the parade in Fant-Ewing. The football team, Head Coach Bryant
Vincent, and the ULM spirit groups are sure to get everyone excited for the big game.
Meet the 2025 Homecoming Court and find out who will be crowned Homecoming Queen and
King. Visit ulm.edu/homecoming for a map of the parade route.
Friday, September 26 at 8:00 p.m. – NPHC Homecoming Step Show
ULM fraternities and sororities team up to present the much-anticipated NPHC Homecoming
Step Show. Steeped in tradition, the chapters will stroll, step, dance, and cheer
at 8:00 p.m. in Fant-Ewing Coliseum. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. All community members
are invited to purchase tickets at ulm.edu/homecoming.
Saturday, September 27 at 10:00 a.m. – Good Morning Gala
Start your day the Warhawk way at the Good Morning Gala: A Homecoming Celebration
hosted by the ULM Alumni Association and Student Government Association! Enjoy brunch
with a live DJ, photo booth, and a Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar. We’ll celebrate this
year’s Golden Society Inductees, Golden Arrow and Rising Young Alumni Award honorees,
introduce the 2025 Homecoming Court, and welcome alumni back to the bayou in true
ULM style. Purchase tickets at ulm.edu/homecoming.
Saturday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m. – Football Game
Cheer on the ULM Warhawks as they take on Arkansas State at Malone Stadium. Don’t miss tailgating in the Grove before the game for the full-day experience. Purchase
tickets to the football game at ulmwarhawks.com.
