Homecoming - Mandato... May 2026

Though every school adds its own unique flavor, several key rituals define the homecoming experience:

: Both Baylor University and the University of Illinois also hosted similar "coming home" celebrations around 1909–1910, featuring the now-standard elements of football, parades, and reunions. Iconic Traditions Homecoming - Mandato...

: Often credited as the first, athletic director Chester Brewer invited alumni to return for a rivalry game against the Kansas Jayhawks after a new regulation required games to be played on campus. Though every school adds its own unique flavor,

While the exact origin of homecoming is a subject of friendly debate among several universities, it is widely believed to have begun in the early 20th century. featuring the now-standard elements of football

The Spirit of Tradition: Understanding the American Homecoming