We Are Weekend: Penn State DuBois inaugural homecoming weekend set for April 5-6
DUBOIS — The spirit of Penn State DuBois will come alive with the highly anticipated We Are Weekend, an inaugural homecoming weekend set to take place on Friday, April 5, and Saturday, April 6.
The weekend promises a jam-packed schedule of activities and festivities for students, alumni and the local community.
These events are sponsored by the DuBois Educational Foundation, the Penn State DuBois Alumni Society and Penn State DuBois. All proceeds will contribute to campus initiatives, such as dual credit opportunities for high school students. Friday, April 5:
• 2-4 p.m. Campus and Idea Lab Tours
Explore the campus and Idea Lab through guided tours, offering a glimpse into the innovation and creativity fostered at Penn State DuBois.
• 4 p.m. Penn State DuBois Softball Double Header
Head over to Heindl Field to witness an doubleheader as Penn State DuBois Softball takes on the Carlow Celtics.
• 5:30 p.m. Alumni Tailgate
Join the Alumni Tailgate at the Showers Field outfield box for a pre-game celebration.
• 6 p.m. Penn State DuBois Baseball Double Header
Cheer on Penn State DuBois Baseball as they face off against Penn State Greater Allegheny at
Showers Field. Saturday, April 6:
• 9:30 a.m. Lion Roar 5K Fun Run/Walk
Kick-off the day with the Lion 5K Fun Run/ Walk, starting at the Penn State DuBois PAW Center. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m., with the race commencing at 10 a.m.
• 6:30 p.m. Lions, Legacy, and Laughter
Lions, Legacy, and Laughter Comedy Night take center stage. Doors open at 6 p.m., featuring an art show, music by Brandon Giuffre, a silent auction, basket raffle, Grid Boards and 50/50. The evening will also include the Penn State DuBois Alumni Society Awards Ceremony and entertainment by Happy Valley Improv.
Tickets, sponsorships and event registrations for We Are Weekend can be found at https://dubois. psu.edu/waw.
“We Are Weekend is not just a celebration; it’s an opportunity for the Penn State DuBois community to come together, support our initiatives and create lasting memories,” said Alex Gasbarre, president of the DuBois Educational Foundation. “We invite everyone to join us for an unforgettable weekend filled with pride, laughter and the enduring spirit of Penn State.”
For questions about the We Are Weekend events contact Laura Pentz, laurapentz@psu.edu or 814-375-4705. To sponsor weekend events, contact Jean Wolf, jaw57@psu. edu or 814-372-3038.