Firebird Reunion
Homecoming 2025 will showcase the pride, culture and legacy that define Firebird Nation! Join us for a week of celebration, connection and community as we honor our traditions, new and old, and ignite the spirit of UDC like never before.
The UDC Athletics Hall of Fame was established to pay tribute and give recognition to former student-athletes, coaches and administrators who have significantly contributed to the athletic success and history of the institution.
Learn More Women’s Basketball: 1 p.m.
Men’s Basketball: 3:30 p.m.
Tickets are free for UDC students, faculty and staff.
Get Tickets!The UDC National Alumni Society works to preserve the university’s rich history, engage alumni in meaningful activities and support the university’s mission and strategic goals.
Become a Member Today| 9 a.m. | Pre-Homecoming Day of Service | DC Central Kitchen |
| 3 p.m. |
UDC Men’s Basketball vs. Goldey Beacom |
E.B. Henderson Sports Complex Van Ness Campus |
| Noon | UDC Hall of FAME Ceremony | Student Center Ballroom Van Ness Campus |
| Noon | Homecoming BBQ | Lamond-Riggs Campus |
| 6 p.m. | Fashion Show | Theater of the Arts Van Ness Campus |
| Door Decorating Contest — Judging Day | ||
| 8:30 a.m. | Breakfast for Alumni Employees | Windows Lounge Building 38, 2nd Floor Van Ness Campus |
| Noon | President’s Staff Luncheon |
Cleveland L. Dennard Plaza Van Ness Campus Bring your UDC ID! |
| 2 p.m. | Grocery Store Bingo | Auditorium Lamond-Riggs |
| 3 p.m. | President’s Faculty Reception | Windows Lounge Building 38, 2nd Floor Van Ness Campus |
| 6 p.m. | Coronation | Theater of the Arts Van Ness Campus |
| 8 p.m. | Coronation Ball | Student Center Ballroom Van Ness Campus |
| 11:30 a.m. | President's Faculty and Staff Luncheon | Main Auditorium Congress Heights Campus |
| 1 p.m. | Firebird Friendsgiving: Taste Around the World Day Party | Student Center Ballroom Van Ness Campus |
| 5:30 p.m. | Pep Rally | Amphitheater Van Ness Campus |
| 7 p.m. | Dress Like a Celebrity Skate Party | Student Center, Heritage Hall Van Ness Campus |
| 11 a.m. | Royal Luncheon (By Invitation Only) | Student Center Ballroom Van Ness Campus |
| 2 p.m. | Grocery Store Bingo | Heritage Hall Student Center Van Ness Campus |
| 7 p.m. | Battle of the Decades — Greek Stroll-Off | Theater of the Arts Van Ness Campus |
| 9 p.m. | Turnt Thursday Under the Tent | Theater of the Arts Patio Van Ness Campus |
| 11:30 a.m. | President's Faculty and Staff Luncheon | 2nd Floor Lamond-Riggs Campus |
| 1 p.m. | Trap & Paint/Day Party — Block Party | Theater of the Arts Patio Van Ness Campus |
| 8 p.m. | 40 Under 40 Recognition Dinner | Student Center Ballroom Van Ness Campus |
| 11 a.m. | The Nest—Tailgate Experience | Greek Row Van Ness Campus |
| 1 p.m. |
Basketball Games: Virginia State University |
E.B. Henderson Sports Complex |
| Tailgate Experience Continued Featuring CCB |
Greek Row Van Ness Campus |
