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Homecoming 2024

Every fall, the uOttawa community comes together to celebrate its grads, relive memories and make new ones. Homecoming events are open to all uOttawa students, alumni and staff, as well as friends, family members and the general public.

This year's Homecoming is from September 27th until October 6th.

All Events

Sept. 27 - Sept. 30

Father and Sons
Sep 27

Homecoming Kick-off Breakfast

Rekindle the nostalgia of your University days! Join the alumni community and uOttawa staff members at Father & Sons.
Medicine
Sep 27

Faculty of Medicine Welcome Reception & Awards of Distinction Ceremony

Faculty of Medicine alumni, join us for an evening that blends warmth, camaraderie, and celebration.
FnS
Sep 27

Common Law Dean’s Homecoming Reception

Join Kristen Boon, the Susan & Perry Dellelce Dean of Common Law, along with Faculty members and fellow alumni to celebrate 2024 Homecoming.
BougeBouge
Sep 28

BougeBouge Run

With friends or family, come join us for a race in the heart of the city and across campus! Choose between races of 2.5, 5 or 10 kms.
Life on campus
Sep 28

Life on Campus: a look back at the 1970s

Join us for afternoon tea and take a stroll down memory lane as we revisit campus in the early 1970s!
Boat on the sea
Sep 28

Sing a Sea Shanty Evening at Beyond the Pale

Join us for an evening of camaraderie and music with fellow alumni and friends!
Breakfast
Sep 29

Faculty of Medicine, Alumni Brunch and Recognition

Faculty of Medicine alumni, join us for a delightful brunch!
STEAM
Sep 29

STEAM Family Fair

Join us for a family fun day with science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities!

Oct. 1 - Oct. 2

Campus
Oct 1

Campus Walk and Learn: Indigenous Perspectives

A campus tour that highlights Indigenous peoples and their contributions at the University of Ottawa.
Career Fair
Oct 2

Career Expo

Jobseekers and employers, join us on campus for the Homecoming 2024 Career Expo!
Taking stock
Oct 2 to Oct 3

Taking Stock of Your Professional Life

Are you seeking a more fulfilling professional life? Join our webinar to identify and achieve your objectives and aspirations.
Francis Bangou
Oct 2

Alumni Meet & greet with the New Dean, Francis Bangou!

Join us for a casual, meet-and-greet reception with our new Faculty of Education Dean, Francis Bangou.

Oct. 3 - Oct. 6

Sarah Saska
Oct 3

Leadership and Allyship: Navigating an Inclusive Way Forward with Sarah Saska

In this English workshop with Sarah Saska (MA ‘10), we will explore leadership practices and learn about the limits of a one-size-fits-all approach.
Book cover
Oct 3

Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy for BIPOC Communities

The Faculty of Education invites you to discover professor Pavna K. Sodhi's new book entitled "Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy for BIPOC Communities".
Gamer's
Oct 4

The Gamer’s Edge: An Evening with the Experts

Join us to learn about the culture of e-sports and today’s gaming industry.
Walk
Oct 5

Campus Walk and Learn: Indigenous Perspectives

A campus tour that highlights Indigenous peoples and their contributions at the University of Ottawa.
Music
Oct 5

Concert: Celebrating the Impact of Women in Music

A showcase featuring the works of stellar women composers, past and present, who are part of the fabric of the classical music world.
Panda
Oct 6

55th Panda Game and Homecoming Pre-Game Party at the Horticulture Building

Join fans, alumni, students in supporting Gee-Gees football as they drive for a 6th consecutive Panda Game victory!

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