Virtual Homecoming & Family Weekend

Homecoming & Family Weekend may look a little different this year, but we can't wait to make new memories with our Rider family!

Registration for Virtual Homecoming & Family Weekend is now closed. If you were unable to register, an email will be sent to all Rider alumni on Friday, October 30 with Zoom information for all sessions.

Registration for the Frightful Fun Run is still open!

Frightful Fun Run Registration

Please join us for Virtual Homecoming & Family Weekend, October 30-November 1, 2020. Homecoming and Family Weekend will be full of programs and events including the Rider Frightful Fun Run, a virtual walk/bike/run that can be done anywhere!

Get into the Homecoming and Family Weekend spirit with a special University bookstore discount, and our collection of interactive materials below including digital yearbooks and a special Spotify playlist curated for the Class of 1970.

Date & Time

Friday, Oct 30, 2020 - Sunday, Nov 1, 2020

8:30 am - 7:00 pm

Homecoming & Family Weekend Schedule

Time	Event
All Day	Midnight MAACness Greatest Moments Relive the top five greatest moments from Midnight MAACness throughout the years. Watch the greatest Midnight MAACness moments here.
All Day	The R Factor Greatest Performances Countdown The R Factor, Rider University’s annual singing competition, has wowed audiences as a signature campus tradition for the last eight years. With over 400 performances to date, we have seen an abundance of talent grace our campus! Join us as we relive the top ten performances of R Factor! Watch performances here.
All Day	Virtual Tour of Alumni Gym Take a tour of the new and improved alumni gym! Check out all of the renovations and upgrades that have been made over the spring and summer.
5:30-6:30 p.m.	A Toast to the Class of 1970 - 50th Reunion Can you believe that 50 years has gone by since you graduated from Rider? Celebrate your milestone reunion with your fellow classmates with a virtual happy hour! Share stories and memories from your time at Rider and catch up with old friends from the comfort of your home! Download our curated list of delicious cocktail recipes to make at home and sip on during the virtual toast!
7-9 p.m.	Motown Comes to Rider Join us for an hour-long student-moderated conversation celebrating the legacy of Motown! Our distinguished panel of guests will tell their story the way it really happened, not what may have been a history altered by others. They will discuss what it was like to be successful Black writers, artists, and executives living in a world where Blacks were not welcome to eat, use restrooms, or be housed in the same places that afforded Whites those same privileges. This program was made possible because of the connections that Dr. Pamela "Moffett" Pruitt, executive director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion (CDI) has with her former colleagues within the Motown family. Dr. Pruitt is also a Grammy-award winning songwriter, having written songs for Smokey Robinson, The Supremes, and other artists. A social mixer will follow the formal program. Download our curated list of delicious cocktail recipes to make at home and sip on during the social mixer!
7 p.m. and 10 p.m.	The Ungodly Hour Adapted and directed by Josh A. Campbell, *The Ungodly Hour* is Rider's first-ever radio drama. Streaming live on the all-new 107.7 The Bronc Retro WRRC2, join 4 of Rider's newest and dopest BIPOC radio personalities for unrivaled interviews with students, staff, and teachers as they take on the week's hottest topics in pop culture, Rider University news, and national media with honesty, humor, and real talk. Kicking off this Homecoming Weekend with 25 minutes of the newest mixes and songs from Rider students and a recap of the week's Pop Culture in our Netflix & Quarantine segment. Join us for the premiere of this original adapted apocalyptic radio play! Here's how to listen: Online at www.1077TheBronc.com: Click on WRRC2 in the Listen Live Box iPhone Users: Search and download the WRRC2 app in the Apple App store Apple CarPlay using the WRRC2 app Android Users: Download the WRRC2 app in Google Play Android Auto using the WRRC2 app Amazon Alexa: Download and setup the WRRC2 skill. Ask Alexa to "Play 1077 The Bronc Retro”
9 p.m.	Drag Queen Bingo Join us for bingo hosted by Alyssa Edwards, known for being a contestant on Season 5 and All-Stars 2 of RuPaul’s Drag Race.

Time	Event
All Day	Rider University’s Frightful Fun Run Cost: $25.00 per person \| Sign up for this event Join fellow Broncs in completing the Homecoming & Family Weekend Frightful Fun Run - a virtual walk/run/bike event that you can participate in wherever you are! Costumes are encouraged! Post a picture on social media and tag #riderhomecoming or #broncfunrun to share your time and costume. All proceeds from the race will support the Rider Fund.
All Day	Madden and Super Smash Brothers Esports Tournament Register now Compete with Rider alumni and students in an NFL Madden 20 or Super Smash Brothers esports tournament. Need help with registration? Find information here.
All Day	Virtual Tour of Alumni Gym Take a tour of the new and improved alumni gym! Check out all of the renovations and upgrades that have been made over the spring and summer.
Noon-1 p.m.	Olde Guarde and 50th Reunion Celebration A virtual gathering featuring a special Q&A session with guest speaker President, Gregory G. Dell'Omo, Ph.D. Calling all alumni who graduated from 1970 or previous years: We are renaming our Olde Guarde Society. Please submit your ideas for the name change to [email protected]. We will announce the new name during this event. Prizes for the selected choice along with the runner-up will be given!
Noon-1 p.m.	Youth Sports to D1 Athlete: A Conversation with Rider Athletes and Coaches Join Rider student-athletes and Rider Head Women's Basketball Coach Lynn Milligan '92, '94, Head Wrestling Coach John Hangey '93, '97 and Cross Country and Track and Field Head Coach Bob Hamer for a conversation about their athletic journey and the roadmap they took to become a D1 athlete. Coaches will also discuss their recruitment processes and how the landscape of athletics has changed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
1-2 p.m.	Information Sessions A great way to learn about involvement initiatives Rider has for its students is to attend our information sessions! Areas covered within these sessions will include: Greek Life Study Abroad Student Involvement/Engaged Learning Inclusive Excellence Plan
2-3 p.m.	Diversity & Inclusion Open House Join the Executive Director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Pamela Pruitt, Ed.D., for a virtual tour of the brand new center for Diversity and Inclusion.
2-3 p.m.	Alumni Gym Project Discussion with Rider Athletic Director Don Harnum Join Rider’s Athletic Director, Don Harnum, for an in-depth look at the Alumni Gym renovation project. Learn about the plan and process, what’s been completed, and the renovations that will continue this spring.
2 p.m.	Ultimate Frisbee Gathering Come dressed for Halloween in true RUF style and join us for a virtual gathering of current players and alumni. More details to follow.
3 p.m.	Cooking Demonstration with Executive Chef Brian Burtt of Rider Dining Join Rider Dining Executive Chef Brian Burtt for a live cooking demonstration. Chef Brian will be making pan-seared scallops with spiced carrots and a cucumber ribbon salad. Download the cooking demonstration shopping and equipment list (PDF). A Zoom link to access the demonstration.
5-6 p.m.	Virtual Mixology Class Shake, pour and sip your own fresh cocktails in our interactive, virtual mixology class! Join us as we show you how to create Rider and fall-inspired beverages from your own home. Download the supply list (PDF). There is no cost for this event.
6-7 p.m.	Paint, Pumpkin, n Sip No Cost \| Bring your own pumpkin and cocktails Grab your pumpkins, paint and patience and create your own Rider inspired pumpkin. Follow along this guided pumpkin painting session to show your Rider pride this Halloween! View the supply list here. If you cannot attend, please download our Rider pumpkin carving stencils (PDF) as inspiration to carve or paint your Rider pumpkin! Post a picture on social media and tag #riderhomecoming to share your masterpiece!
8 p.m. and 11 p.m.	The Ungodly Hour Adapted and directed by Josh A. Campbell, *The Ungodly Hour* is Rider's first-ever radio drama. Streaming live on the all-new 107.7 The Bronc Retro WRRC2, join 4 of Rider's newest and dopest BIPOC radio personalities for unrivaled interviews with students, staff, and teachers as they take on the week's hottest topics in pop culture, Rider University news, and national media with honesty, humor, and real talk. Kicking off this Homecoming Weekend with 25 minutes of the newest mixes and songs from Rider students and a recap of the week's Pop Culture in our Netflix & Quarantine segment. Join us for the premiere of this original adapted apocalyptic radio play! Here's how to listen: Online at www.1077TheBronc.com: Click on WRRC2 in the Listen Live Box iPhone Users: Search and download the WRRC2 app in the Apple App store Apple CarPlay using the WRRC2 app Android Users: Download the WRRC2 app in Google Play Android Auto using the WRRC2 app Amazon Alexa: Download and setup the WRRC2 skill. Ask Alexa to "Play 1077 The Bronc Retro”

Time	Event
All Day	Rider University’s Frightful Fun Run Cost: $25.00 per person \| Sign up for this event Join fellow Broncs in completing the Homecoming & Family Weekend Frightful Fun Run - a virtual walk/run/bike event that you can participate in wherever you are! Costumes are encouraged! Post a picture on social media and tag #riderhomecoming or #broncfunrun to share your time and costume. All proceeds from the race will support the Rider Fund.
All Day	Madden and Super Smash Brothers Esports Tournament Register now Compete with Rider alumni and students in an NFL Madden 20 or Super Smash Brothers esports tournament. Need help with registration? Find information here.
All Day	Virtual Tour of Alumni Gym Take a tour of the new and improved alumni gym! Check out all of the renovations and upgrades that have been made over the spring and summer.
11 a.m. - Noon	Cruisin' From Commencement Finale Watch the finale live on Facebook or Instagram Find out which member of Class of 2020 is going to drive to Commencement next spring in a brand-new Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE courtesy of the Team Toyota of Princeton. Join us virtually Homecoming and Family Weekend for the Cruisin' From Commencement Finale Sunday, November 1 from 11 a.m. to Noon on the Campus Mall to see which Rider student will receive the keys to 107.7 The Bronc's eco-friendly new wheels plus receive two years ToyotaCare. Visit 107.7The Bronc.com to learn more this year's competitors.
11 a.m.- Noon	Delta Sigma Pi Reunion and Scholarship Presentation Alumni, students and parents will gather to honor scholarship recipients and network.
2-3 p.m.	A Tribute to Tony Whalen: A Legend and Legacy Join the brothers of Sigma Phi Epsilon in honoring the life and legacy of Tony Whalen ‘97, who lost his battle with COVID-19 in March. The ceremony will feature a video created by those who knew Tony best, as well as a “Toast to Tony” where members of the Rider community can speak about the impact Tony had on their lives and relive the fun memories they shared with him.
4 p.m. and 7 p.m.	The Ungodly Hour Adapted and directed by Josh A. Campbell, *The Ungodly Hour* is Rider's first-ever radio drama. Streaming live on the all-new 107.7 The Bronc Retro WRRC2, join 4 of Rider's newest and dopest BIPOC radio personalities for unrivaled interviews with students, staff, and teachers as they take on the week's hottest topics in pop culture, Rider University news, and national media with honesty, humor, and real talk. Kicking off this Homecoming Weekend with 25 minutes of the newest mixes and songs from Rider students and a recap of the week's Pop Culture in our Netflix & Quarantine segment. Join us for the premiere of this original adapted apocalyptic radio play! Here's how to listen: Online at www.1077TheBronc.com: Click on WRRC2 in the Listen Live Box iPhone Users: Search and download the WRRC2 app in the Apple App store Apple CarPlay using the WRRC2 app Android Users: Download the WRRC2 app in Google Play Android Auto using the WRRC2 app Amazon Alexa: Download and setup the WRRC2 skill. Ask Alexa to "Play 1077 The Bronc Retro”

Bookstore Homecoming & Family Weekend Discount

Throughout the entire Homecoming & Family Weekend, the Rider University bookstore is offering a special 20% discount on one item* at rider.bncollege.com! Use code EVENT20 to receive this discount. (exclusions apply*)

Digital Yearbook Collection

Take a virtual stroll down memory lane with our collection of digital yearbooks.

Class of 1970 Playlist

Get into the Homecoming and Family Weekend spirit with this special playlist for the Class of 1970 curated by 107.7 The Bronc Retro online!

Listen to the Class of 1970 playlist

Enjoying this music? Keep on jamming to the retro hits you know — and love — at 107.7 The Bronc Retro online! Here's how to listen:

Online at www.1077TheBronc.com: Click on WRRC2 in the Listen Live Box

iPhone Users: Search and download the WRRC2 app in the Apple App store

Apple CarPlay using the WRRC2 app

Android Users: Download the WRRC2 app in Google Play

Android Auto using the WRRC2 app

Amazon Alexa: Download and setup the WRRC2 skill and ask Alexa to "Play 1077 The Bronc Retro”

Virtual Homecoming and Family Weekend

Date & Time

Friday, Oct 30, 2020 - Sunday, Nov 1, 2020

Homecoming & Family Weekend Schedule

Friday, October 30

Saturday, October 31

Sunday, November 1

Bookstore Homecoming & Family Weekend Discount

Digital Yearbook Collection

Class of 1970 Playlist