Join us! Stay connected with your fellow alumni by attending Carthage lectures, plays, and music concerts. Return to campus for Homecoming and Christmas Festival, or attend some of the special alumni events hosted around the region every year.
Upcoming Alumni Events
October 4th, 2021
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Annual Aspire ConferenceAll Day
Save the date for the annual Aspire Conference Monday, Oct. 4 through Wednesday, Oct. 6.
October 5th, 2021
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Performing Arts Series: Janus Adams7:30pm
Janus Adams is a renowned scholar, producer, entrepreneur, writer, and speaker. With a focus on applying a historical perspective to current events, Ms. Adams specializes in African American and women’s history.
October 11th, 2021
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2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Kick-Off EventsAll Day
Each year, the Office of Student Involvement sponsors an exciting calendar of events for students.
October 15th, 2021
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2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend
All Day
Students, alumni, families, and friends are invited to join us on campus for Homecoming and Family Weekend. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Illinois Campus and Gold Reunion5:00pm
Enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner, and brief program while reconnecting with Carthage classmates. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Class of 1971 Reunion5:00pm
Enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner, and brief program while reconnecting with Carthage classmates. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Class of 1970 Reunion5:00pm
Enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner, and brief program while reconnecting with Carthage classmates. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Athletic Hall of Fame
6:30pm
Ten former student-athletes and administrators were selected for their dedication to Carthage in competition, the classroom, the community, or leadership. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: 150 Years of Women Closing Celebration8:00pm
Join us for the much-anticipated 150 Years of Carthage Women Closing Celebration, featuring keynote remarks from six-time Olympic medalist Jackie Joyner Kersee.
October 16th, 2021
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2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Firebird 5k Run and Walk
All Day
Get #fiREDup to run or walk! Join the Carthage men’s and women’s track and field and cross country teams for the inaugural Firebird 5K. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Forever Red Tailgate
9:00am - 3:00pm
Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the Augie Schmidt Field concession and pavilion. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Firebird Biergarten
9:00am - 3:00pm
The Biergarten, overlooking both the festival grounds and Art Keller Field, will offer beer, wine tasting, and seasonal food pairings for purchase. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Alumni and Family Brunch
10:00am
Join fellow Carthaginians for a fun and relaxed brunch featuring made-to-order omelets and chef stations, mimosas, and a Bloody Mary bar. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Homecoming Parade and Mascot Debut
11:30am
Be the first to see the new Carthage Firebird Mascot debut at the Homecoming Parade. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Women’s All-Athlete Reunion12:00pm
Reconnect with teammates, coaches, and friends at the Women’s All-Athlete Reunion. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Wiggan-Kenniebrew Black Alumni Network Reunion12:00pm
Reconnect with classmates and friends at the Wiggan-Kenniebrew Black Alumni Reunion. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Football Game1:00pm - 3:30pm
Cheer on the Firebirds in the Homecoming Football Game against the North Park University Vikings. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Centrique: Celebrating 50 Years
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Celebrate 50 years of Centrique, Carthage’s annual art and literature magazine. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: 75 Years of Black Excellence
6:00pm
All are invited to an elevated affair at the Kenosha Public Museum celebrating Black alumni and honoring the first Black Carthage graduate, Lorraine Wiggan ʼ46. -
2021 Homecoming and Family Weekend: Family Movie Night
6:00pm
Bundle up and enjoy watching the ’80s misfit classic: “The Breakfast Club” under the stars.
