Events

Colorado State University Alumni Association celebrates our distinguished alumni every year during Homecoming and Family Weekend with the Distinguished Alumni Awards. The program recognizes CSU alumni who have distinguished themselves professionally, brought honor to the University, and have made significant contributions of time and/or philanthropy to the University and their community. These alumni represent the very best of the values we hold dear – extraordinary achievement, selfless public service, and a lifelong commitment to Ram pride.

CHHS Ramily members are invited to gather for a casual breakfast, connections, and college updates from Dean Lise Youngblade as we celebrate Colorado State University’s Homecoming.

Is your student looking to stay or come back on-campus for housing, or looking for off-campus housing? Are they considering what type of housing will best meet their needs for next year and beyond? We are excited for your student’s potential transition into different housing options, and sometimes navigating that process can be complex in Fort Collins. This panel, presented by Off-Campus Life, Housing and Dining Services, and Parking and Transportation will offer options that are available to students preparing for their second year or beyond. Light refreshments and snacks available.

The First Generation Award Program was the first award program in the country specifically designed to support first-generation students. This is the 40th anniversary of the program, and we want to celebrate the impact of the award program with current recipients, alumni, donors, and allies. There will be a tour of Canvas Stadium at 10 a.m. followed by an open house with refreshments from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Started in 1934, the 50 Year Club is celebrating its 89th anniversary. This stalwart group of Rams includes anyone who graduated 50 or more years ago from Colorado State University. The class of 1973 will be inducted into the 50 Year Club this year. We will also be recognizing our 2023 50 Year Club Awards recipients. Everyone is invited!

Join us for this luncheon which is in partnership with the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. and the sisters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Now is the time to start making travel arrangements and booking accommodations in Fort Collins, Colorado. See you in October!

Everyone is welcome to participate in the CSU Gear Swap by bringing gently used and clean CSU gear to the Festival on the Oval . The booth, sponsored by the President’s Sustainability Commission, will welcome all attendees to drop off and select gently-used CSU items for no cost. Items to bring: Jackets, sweaters, sweatshirts, and polos in all sizes; infant, youth, and adult hats, scarves, and accessories. Also travel mugs, reusable water bottles and drinking glasses, memorabilia such as photo frames, umbrellas, stadium seats, etc. Vintage Aggie and CSU items welcome! No uniforms or department or event-specific items please. This booth is for personally-owned items only; CSU-owned items must be processed through Surplus. All items should be gently used and in good working condition so others can enjoy them.

Enjoy live music, children’s activities, food trucks, and a beer garden. This year’s Festival also features the opportunity to engage with areas across campus, as well as local vendors and businesses, as you browse their booths around the Oval. The event is free and open to the public. Food and beer available for purchase.

Interested in setting up a booth at Festival at the Oval? Contact Jennifer Wright for more information.

Join your fellow Alumni Association members for dinner and drinks before the Homecoming & Family Weekend Friday Night Lights festivities. Members and their guests are invited to an exclusive BBQ before you head to the bonfire, lighting of the A, and fireworks on the West Lawn.

Join us at Friday Night Lights for some of our favorite Homecoming traditions – the pep rally, bonfire, fireworks, and lighting of the A. The event is free and open to the public. Gather on the lawn just west of the Lory Student Center.

Join us for an evening of reuniting, connecting, and fun at the annual ASCSU Alumni Reunion! We’ll also have a great view of the Homecoming bonfire and fireworks from the ballroom balcony. Light hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine will be provided.

Join the CSU Alumni Band on Saturday, Oct. 14 at the CSU vs. Boise State game for performing, tailgating, friends, and fun as part of 2023 Homecoming & Family Weekend! All participants, whether marching, playing in the stands, or a guest, MUST register in order to participate in the stadium rehearsal, play on the field, and play in the stands – there is no cost to register. The Alumni Band is also invited to perform on the field with the CSU Marching Band! GO RAMS! Registration details will be announced soon! The event start time is TBD and will based on the game kickoff time.

B/AACC’s Homecoming Tailgate is a unique experience for all that attend. We have alumni, current students, current professional staff, families of current students and professional staff, and community members all coming together to eat, dance, and fellowship before the Homecoming football game. The Homecoming tailgate is part of the larger annual celebration for Homecoming & Family Weekend. Time TBA.

Alumni and friends of the College of Health and Human Sciences are invited to join the Ramily at the CHHS tent within Ram Walk Tailgate as part of Ram Town, on Intramural Field 2 (along Hughes Way). Purchase your meal tickets in advance from the Alumni Association. Football game tickets and parking passes must be purchased separately through CSU Athletics. Register by Friday, Oct. 6 to let us know you’re coming! The party will start three hours before kickoff. (Game time to be announced October 2.)

Cheer the Rams to a Homecoming victory over Boise State. Kickoff TBA.

Get to know other parents and family members at the Parent and Family Tailgate! Last year we hosted around 800 parents and families at the tailgate, and we hope to see you there this year! Bring your friends, family, and your CSU student! We will have a separate tented area within the Alumni Association Ram Walk Tailgate. The tailgate is free and will be open four hours before kickoff. Enjoy live music and TVs showing national games, as well as food, beer, and wine for purchase. Time TBA.

The tailgate is free and will open to the public four hours before kickoff, with live music, TVs showing national games, as well as food, beer, and wine for purchase. The Smith Alumni Center will also be open to all. Click here for our special BBQ meal package.

The Homecoming 5K Race will take place on Saturday, Oct. 14 at 8 a.m. on the Oval for our traditional course. All ages and abilities are welcome. In addition to the in-person 5K on the CSU Campus, we welcome virtual racers joining us from around the globe.

We will be celebrating the unveiling of the Peace Corps Tribute Garden, a project that commemorates the enduring bond between CSU and the Peace Corps. The Peace Corps Tribute Garden represents not only a physical space of tranquility but also a testament to the values of service, community, and cultural exchange that both CSU and the Peace Corps hold dear. It symbolizes our historic roots with the Peace Corps founding and the visionaries who helped frame its foundations and also serves to reaffirm Colorado State’s commitment to fostering global connections and understanding.