Homecoming & Family Weekend

Friday, October 7 – Sunday, October 9, 2022

This weekend is an opportunity for Wheeling students, families, and alumni to reconnect on the Wheeling University campus. This weekend includes activities for the whole family, Cardinal sporting events, campus tours, games, activities, Mass, and more. Family Weekend is a great time for everyone!

Attention Alumni! See our Alumni Reunion Weekend schedule here.

Friday, October 7, 2022

Registration: 4pm – 6:30pm
Swint Hall –Troy Theatre Reception Area
Stop by to pick up your name tag, updated schedule, Homecoming Weekend t-shirts, and giveaways!

President’s Welcome Reception: 7pm – 8:30pm
Swint Hall Benedum Dining Room
Join Wheeling University staff, faculty, and our Student Leaders and University Luceats for light refreshments and appetizers, as we kick off Family Weekend.

Volleyball vs. Concord: 5 pm
Alma Grace McDonough Center

Rugby vs. Notre Dame College: 7 pm
Bishop Schmitt Field
Make some noise for the Cardinals as they take on Notre Dame College!

Saturday, October 8, 2022

Registration: 8:30am – 9:30am
Bishop Schmitt Field
Stop by to pick up your name tag, updated schedule, and Homecoming Weekend T-shirt and giveaways!

Celebration of Wheeling Breakfast: 8am – 10am
Benedum Dining Room
Meet and mingle with fellow Cardinal families and alumni as you enjoy coffee and pastries. 

Alumni In Recruitment (AIR) Training 101: 9:30am
Benedum Dining Room
Alumni interested in becoming an AIR Student Recruitment Volunteer can attend a one-hour training session. AIR volunteers help Wheeling University’s admissions recruiting efforts.

Wheeling University Disc Golf: 9am – 1pm
LaRosa Field Hole #1
Want to learn how to play disc golf and the rules associated with disc golf? Meet the designers of Wheeling’s new Disc Golf Course from Northern Panhandle Golf Association at Hole #1 on LaRosa Field between 9-1 to learn how to play and more! Wheeling University Disc included in Registration Packet.

Campus Scavenger Hunt: 10:30am
Hosted by Student Services
Join us for an exciting scavenger hunt. Meet at McShain Plaza in front of the Chapel of Mary and Joseph at 10:30am

Campus Tours: 10:30am and 3pm
Admissions ambassadors will host walking tours of campus for alumni and families. Meet at McShain Plaza at 10:30am or 3pm. 

President’s Red Zone Tailgate: 9:30am – 11:45pm
In the end zone located at Bishop Schmitt Field’s scoreboard
Enjoy Eggs & Kegs, live music with the MSM Band, tailgate games, and celebrate school spirit as we get ready for kick-off! Special gatherings for alumni and athletic alumni teams.

Football vs. UNC Pembroke University: 12pm
Bishop Schmitt Field
Cheer the Cardinals on to victory as they take on UNC Pembroke Braves. The half-time festivities will include the crowning of the Wheeling University 2022 Homecoming King and Queen.

Love Letter to Your Student: 10:30am – 3pm
Starbucks – Swint Hall Lower Level
Write a love letter to your student and give them words of encouragement for the end-of-the-semester crunch time. Letters will be delivered to your student before finals in December.

Cardinal Games and Activities: 9:30am – 12:30pm
McDonough Lawn
Take part in exciting activities for all ages including an inflatable bounce house, obstacle course and corn hole. Then, grab lunch at one of our FOOD TRUCKS Mason Dixon BBQ or Desperado Dogs gourmet hot dogs located in McDonough Parking Lot.

Volleyball vs. Glenville State: 4pm
Alma Grace McDonough Center

Women’s Soccer vs. Glenville State College: 5pm 
Bishop Schmitt Field

Oglebayfest: 9am – 11pm
Wheeling University Shuttles available
Featuring regional foods and an extensive display of fine handcrafted wares, some of the tri-state’s best artisans at work, displays of elaborate quilts, homegrown foods delicious fair foods and more.

Shopping in Wheeling’s Historic Center Market: 4pm – 8pm
Wheeling University Shuttles available
Visit the eclectic mix of shops and unique dining at the Historic Centre Market in downtown Wheeling. Grab lunch at Later Gator or dinner at Market Vines!

Men’s Soccer vs. Frostburg State: 7:30pm
Bishop Schmitt Field

Family Swim
Alma Grace McDonough Center
Sit back, relax, and swim with your family at the WU Pool!
Cost: Free

Open Gym: 6-9 pm
Alma Grace McDonough Center Cardinal Performance Gym
Come and enjoy a fun game of either volleyball, basketball, or just toss around a frisbee! The Cardinal Performance Gym is set up for anyone to just stop and participate.
Cost: Free: 

Meet me at the RATT: 9pm
Alumni and Family Night at Das Rathskeller “The RATT,” Wheeling’s famous campus pub! Join us for a fun night of food, music, trivia, billiards, prizes, a cash bar, and more!

Sunday, October 9, 2022

Alumni, Family & Friends Grab and Go Breakfast: 6:30am – 10:30am
Stop by the Benedum Room for complimentary coffee, muffins, and donuts before heading home or joining us for Mass.

Alumni and Family Mass: 11am
Chapel of Mary and Joseph

Lacrosse vs. University of Mount Union: 1pm
Bishop Schmitt Field

University of Mount Union vs. Bethany College: Immediately following
Bishop Schmitt Field

Lacrosse vs. Bethany College: Immediately following
Bishop Schmitt Field

Don’t forget to stop by the University Apparel Shop located in Starbucks while you are visiting campus.
Friday, October 7  8am – 9pm
Saturday, October 8 10am – 6pm
Sunday, October 9 10am – 6pm

Registration is $10 and includes a signature Homecoming T-shirt, *official Wheeling University Disc, Welcome Reception, Celebration of Wheeling Breakfast, tickets for the tailgate, football game, Grab & Go Breakfast, children’s activities, and coupons to use throughout the weekend. Call 304-243-8141 to register by phone.

When you arrive, pick up your FAMILY WEEKEND all-access badge and WRIST BAND at the Registration Table.
Your student does not need to register.

Hotel Accommodations

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wheeling at The Highlands

660 Cabela Dr, Triadelphia, WV 26059
(304) 219-2020
Make reservations here.
Please say Wheeling University Homecoming & Family Weekend when booking to receive a special rate.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Wheeling

908 National Rd, Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 232-8903
Make reservations here.
Please say Wheeling University Homecoming & Family Weekend when booking to receive a special rate.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Wheeling

45 Wayfarer Drive, Triadelphia, WV 26059
(304) 907-4470
Make reservations here.
Please say Wheeling University Homecoming & Family Weekend when booking to receive a special rate.

Hampton Inn & Suites Wheeling – The Highlands

35 Bob Wise Dr, Triadelphia, WV 26059
(304) 547-4222
Make reservations here.
Please say Wheeling University Homecoming & Family Weekend when booking to receive a special rate.