Every year, West Chester University alumni return to campus to enjoy socializing, soaking in Golden Rams school spirit, and learning what’s new at WCU during Alumni Weekend, taking place this year Thursday, Apr. 24, through Sunday, Apr. 27.
Festivities kick off with Banana Night on Thursday, Apr. 24, from 5:30-7:30 PM at Levante Brewing (see schedule below for highlights, details, and addresses).
On Friday, the West Chester University Alumni Association (WCUAA) hosts a kick-off party ($25 for adults at the door) prior to the annual spring scrimmage football game (free and open to the public) at Farrell Stadium on South Campus. Wear your best WCU purple and gold gear to compete in the “Biggest Fan” contest, judged by Rammy and voted on by the crowd.
Other Golden Rams athletics teams are also competing on campus this weekend, and admission is free. Plus, alumni can participate in men’s and women’s alumni soccer matches at noon on Saturday, Apr. 26.
WCUAA Alumni Weekend events are free unless otherwise noted. See below for highlights from the schedule. Check out the website and social media handles for information and updates.
All student lots are free on the weekend, including after 4:00 PM on Friday. The Student Recreation Center Garage is a daily parking garage with a daily fee of $1.50 per hour.
The WCU Campus Store will be open Friday, Apr. 25, from 9:00 AM-4:00 PM and on both Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM.
WCU thanks this year’s sponsor, TD Bank.
Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement for more information at [email protected] or 610-436-2813.
Thursday, Apr. 24
Banana Night: 5:30-7:30 PM
$25 (walk-ups are welcome!) at Levante Brewing (208 Carter Drive, Suite 2, West Chester).
WCU Alumni Banana Night at Levante Brewing echoes the spirit of WCU’s Banana Day tradition. Specialty drinks and the Chilly Banana food truck. T-shirts are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Friday, Apr. 25
Purple & Gold Kick-Off Party, 5:30-7:30 PM
At the door: adults $25, children $20. Gold Box at Farrell Stadium (tented area next to the stadium below O Lot), 855 South New Street.
Fun for the entire family! Come decked out in your best WCU gear for our “Biggest Fan” contest! Rammy will pick the five people who show the most school spirit, and the crowd will vote for the winner. Enjoy Sly Fox beer, a mac and cheese bar, Crumbl cookies, a silent disco party, face painting, a DJ, and of course, lots of free swag.
Spring Football Scrimmage: 7:00 PM at Farrell Stadium (855 South New Street).
Saturday, Apr. 26
WCU Alumni Association Breakfast & Annual Meeting: 9:30 AM breakfast, 10:00 AM meeting. Located in the WCU Alumni & Foundation Center (202 Carter Drive, West Chester).
Men’s & Women’s Soccer Alumni Games: 12:00 PM at John A. Rockwell Field (855 South New Street).
Historical Walking Tour of Campus: 12:30-1:30 PM. Tour begins at the Old Main doorway along High Street between FHG Library and Main Hall.
Starting at the preserved Old Main archway on High Street — the symbolic beginning of the University — tour goers will be treated to a one-hour overview of the evolution of the campus. The tour will emphasize how the physical campus reflects the broadening of the school’s educational mission as well as wider social changes. Alumni are encouraged to share their own memories and stories as we stroll through campus history. Led by WCU Associate Professor of History Dr. Anne Krulikowski.
Suit & Shine Career Clothing Drive: 1-3:00 PM. Twardowski Career Development Center (225 Lawrence Hall, 705 South New Street).
Time to hit the sales racks or clean out your closet! The Career Center is collecting new and gently used career clothing that can be given to students at no cost. Business casual to business professional suits, shirts, blouses, blazers, skirts, pants, dresses, shoes, ties, and other accessories are needed. While there, alumni can also get their free professional headshots using the Career Center’s state-of-the-art Iris Air Photo Booth. Refreshments will also be available.
Spring Dance Concert: 2:00 PM. Tickets $6-$15 at the door. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building (817 South High Street). Click here to purchase tickets.
University Dance Company’s annual concert celebrates the creative choreography of WCU students in a variety of dance styles.
Excellence Uncorked: A Distinguished Alumni Celebration: 4-6:00 PM. $40 New Location: 9 Prime at 9 North High Street, West Chester.
Mix, mingle, and be inspired by WCU’s visionaries at our 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards celebration. These outstanding graduates are reshaping industries and strengthening communities. Come hear their stories and build connections that could shape your future! Held at 9 Prime, West Chester’s grandest steakhouse, with exquisite hors d’oeuvres including a seafood display and an assortment of beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.
2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Honorees: Mark Barnes ’93, College of Business & Public Management;
Debra D. Castaldo ’78, College of Arts & Humanities; and Danny E. Hale ’68, M’74, College of Health Sciences.
Sunday, Apr. 27
WCU Wind Ensemble Concert: 3-4:30 PM. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre, Swope Music Building (817 South High Street).
WCU Brass Ensembles Concert: 7-8:30 PM. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.
Learn more at WCU. Enrolling more than 17,000 students, West Chester University is the largest institution in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Founded in 1871, the University is a comprehensive public institution, offering a diverse range of more than 200 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs in more than 50 fields of study. In addition to the main campus in West Chester, the University offers programs through its graduate center, the Philadelphia site, and online. The University comprises six colleges and two schools: University College, Colleges of Arts and Humanities, Business and Public Management, Education and Social Work, Health Sciences, and the Sciences and Mathematics, the Wells School of Music, and the Graduate School.
