Calendar of Events

Deadline for submitting an application for SPCS scholarships for the Spring 2025 semester.

We look forward to seeing you back on campus for a weekend full of #SpiderPride. QUESTIONS?Contact Alumni Engagement at homecomingweekend@richmond.edu or (804) 289-8030. 

Stop by the award-winning Heilman Dining Center from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. for a pasta station, burger bar, vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, and many Spider-inspired desserts including Jersey Dirt; a free Homecoming 2024 T-shirt; raffles; and a live broadcast from WDCE Radio! Complimentary lunch for staff and faculty, sponsored by Human Resources.

In this workshop, participants have the opportunity to explore the emotional dimensions of research and teaching. How does affect/emotion affect the process of research discovery and publication? How does affect/emotion shape faculty pedagogy—positively or negatively? How can paying attention to the affective dimensions of scholarly life create a better academic environment for both faculty...

Enjoy Indian cuisine specials at dinner on Friday, November 1 as we celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights and India's biggest festival of the year!

Can't make it back to campus for Homecoming Weekend? We'll bring the party to you! Join us at The Goat's Beard for an evening with fellow Spiders. Whether you're looking to reconnect with old friends or to meet new ones, it's all about kicking back, having fun, and celebrating what makes UR so special! Bring your #SpiderPride (and a friend) and let's make this an evening to remember!...

Party under the lights with fellow alumni and friends in the shadow of Robins Stadium, at the Queally Athletics Center, from 5:30–8 p.m.! For just $5, enjoy fall food favorites and a cash bar while hearing from Three Sheets to the Wind, America’s #1 Tribute to Yacht Rock! Alumni Party Registration View Homecoming Weekend Events

Spiders in Roanoke are invited to celebrate Spider Day and Homecoming with a fun night of Rail Yard Dawgs Hockey! Bring your friends and family to cheer on the Dawgs against the Pensacola Ice Flyers, connect with fellow alumni, and show your #SpiderPride. Don’t miss out on this exciting evening at the rink!  

We look forward to seeing you back on campus for a weekend full of #SpiderPride. QUESTIONS?Contact Alumni Engagement at homecomingweekend@richmond.edu or (804) 289-8030. 

Start Game Day at the Homecoming Tailgate in front of the Queally Athletics Center beginning at 12:30 p.m. Enjoy live music, food trucks, a beer garden inside Spider Hall, and much more hosted by Richmond Athletics! Then get ready to cheer on the Spiders as they take on the Towson Tigers at 2 p.m. at Robins Stadium. Tickets are required for the game only.