Homecoming & Family Week

Homecoming & Family Week - October 3-8, 2023!

Step into Luteville and embrace the energy of Homecoming & Family Week in person and virtually from October 3rd to 8th, 2023. This year, we weave together a tapestry of exciting and nostalgic festivities for alumni, students and the PLU community to enjoy. Homecoming & Family Week promises an experience that will captivate both the young and the young at heart. So mark your calendars and join us for a week of unforgettable memories that will ignite your inner Lute in the spirit of celebration.

Whip up a batch of famous PLU scones to enjoy while you are waiting for all the events.

Mon-Fri, 8am - 4pm

University Gallery

This exhibition highlights the wide range of subjects, media, and form that make up the University’s Permanent Art Collection with a special focus on the work of American Modernist photographer Virna Haffer.
Ingram Hall – open M-F, 8 am-4 pm.

Tuesday, Oct. 3

Virtual Trivia Night

Get your team together and compete against Lutes in our virtual Trivia Night for glory, knowledge, and prizes! Up to 6 players will complete 7 rounds, including 1 round of PLU trivia! Free.

7 – 8:30 p.m. PT

Wednesday, Oct. 4

Soccer Games

Wear your black and gold and head over to University of Puget Sound to watch the Lutes take on the Loggers!
UPS Soccer Field

1pm – Women’s Soccer Team
4pm – Men’s Soccer Team

Wednesday, Oct. 4

Lutheran Studies Conference

Anxiety in an Age of Overwhelm: Gaining Understanding and Resilience

See the schedule and register below. Free.

Wednesday, Oct. 4

David & Marilyn Knutson Lecture

Join us to hear Jacquelyn Bussie present the topic of her book Love Without Limits: Jesus’ Radical Vision for Love with No Exceptions. Free.

7pm – Lagerquist Hall, Mary Baker Russell Building

Thursday, Oct. 5

Join us as Professor Emerita Sheri Tonn takes us on a tantalizing journey with ‘Taste: My Life Through Food’ by Stanley Tucci. Free.

6pm PT – Virtual

Friday, Oct. 6

Alumni Panel on Vocation

Panel discussion on vocations that promote human and ecological flourishing, led by four alumni from the Class of 1973. Free and open to everyone.

12:30-2pm – Regency Room, Anderson University Center

Friday, Oct. 6

Class of 1973 50th Reunion

Lutes in the Class of 1973 are gathering to celebrate 50 years since graduating from PLU. $50 per person. Click for more information!

 5:30pm – Scandinavian Cultural Center, Anderson University Center

Friday, Oct. 6

Volleyball Game

Wear your black and gold as you cheer on the women’s basketball team as they take on George Fox!

7 pm – Olson Auditorium

Friday, Oct. 6

Off Broadway: a musical revue

An evening of songs from musicals that have never appeared on Broadway, performed by PLU’s brightest talents! (Adult Content Included) Directors: Tom Smith and Kody Smith; Music Director: Amy Boers; Choreographer: Taya Lovejoy
7:30 p.m. – Eastvold Auditorium

Saturday, Oct. 7

Alumni Swim Meet

PLU Alumni Swim meet!

Pacific Lutheran University Women’s Swimming vs PLU Alumni Meet
Pacific Lutheran University Men’s Swimming vs PLU Alumni Meet

10 am – Swimming Pool

Saturday, Oct. 7

Lute Family Brunch

Current PLU students and their families are invited to a breakfast on campus. President Allan Belton & VP for Student Life Dr. Royce-Davis will share updates. $15 per person.

10 – 11 a.m. – Chris Knutzen

Saturday, Oct. 7

Transition Mindset Session

Are you looking for ways to better support your college students or support your own transition from parenting a high school student to a college student? Join leaders from Wellness Services & Resources and Campus Safety to hear more. Offered in both English and Spanish. 11am -12noon – AUC

Saturday, Oct. 7

Football Game

PLU vs. Pacific University

Wear your black and gold and cheer on the Lutes!

1:00 p.m. – Sparks Stadium
601 7th Ave, Puyallup

Saturday, Oct. 7

Off Broadway: a musical revue

An evening of songs from musicals that have never appeared on Broadway, performed by PLU’s brightest talents! (Adult Content Included) Directors: Tom Smith and Kody Smith; Music Director: Amy Boers; Choreographer: Taya Lovejoy
5:30 p.m. – Eastvold Auditorium

Saturday, Oct. 7

Volleyball Game

Wear your black and gold as you cheer on the women’s basketball team as they take on Lewis & Clark!

6 pm – Olson Auditorium

Saturday, Oct. 7

PLU on Tap

Join us in person as we continue the PLU on Tap tradition with Lute producers of beer, wine and cider. $25 includes 4 tastings, appetizers and a tasting glass.

7 – 9 p.m. – Chris Knutzen 

Sunday, Oct. 8

Sunday Worship

Trinity Lutheran Sunday Worship
12115 Park Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98444

10 am – 11:15 am 

Sunday, Oct. 8

Golden Club Brunch

A brunch for alumni in the class of 1973 and earlier. President Belton will give campus updates. Free – registration required.
11:30 – 1:00 p.m. Trinity Lutheran, Thompson Hall
12115 Park Avenue South, Tacoma WA

Sunday, Oct. 8

Women's Soccer Game

Wear your black and gold and watch the Lutes take on Willamette!

12 noon – PLU Soccer field

Sunday, Oct. 8

Men's Soccer Game

Wear your black and gold and watch the Lutes take on Willamette!

2:30 pm – PLU Soccer field