The University of the Virgin Islands Homecoming Planning Committee invites alumni, students, families, and the wider Virgin Islands community to join in celebrating Homecoming 2025, a four-day event from Oct. 30 – Nov. 2, showcasing Buccaneer pride, Virgin Islands culture, and meaningful connections across both campuses.
“As we welcome our alumni, students, families, and the community to our campuses, Homecoming 2025 is about renewed connection, celebrating UVI’s legacy, and engaging everyone in our ‘Grand Momentum’ blueprint for the future,” said UVI President Dr. Safiya George, who is also a proud UVI alumna. “We invite everyone to join us for a weekend of celebration that embodies the heart and soul of UVI.”
“Homecoming 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience,” said Michael Morsberger, UVI Vice President for Institutional Advancement. “We’ve planned an exciting lineup of events that will appeal to everyone — from children and families to food lovers, culture bearers, alumni philanthropists, partygoers, and sports fans. We welcome the entire community to come out and enjoy festivities on both our St. Thomas and St. Croix campuses.”
“This year’s celebration will open with a vibrant Homecoming Kick-Off Parade and Beach Bash on the Orville E. Kean Campus,” said Sophia Johnson, UVI Homecoming Committee Chair and Director of Alumni Affairs and Constituent Relations. “We invite the community to attend, enjoy the music, cheer for UVI’s Royal Court, and take in performances by our dancers and student groups. The parade will end at Brewer’s Bay Beach, where everyone will be treated to a Buccaneer-style Beach Bash.”
Homecoming 2025 will also feature a variety of other signature events, including the Halloween Trunk or Treat, Homecoming Games, and Ultimate Wet Fete; Alumni Marketplace Showout, and Alumni/Students/Staff/Divine Nine Basketball Battles; and the Soca & Sunrise Breakfast Sail. Each event offers opportunities for alumni, students, and supporters to connect, celebrate school spirit, and embrace the vibrancy of Virgin Islands culture.
“Homecoming will conclude on a high note with its very first ‘Homecoming on the Yard 2025’ on the Albert A. Sheen Campus,” Johnson added. “It’s a family-friendly festival that truly captures the UVI spirit — filled with food vendors, music, a children’s play zone, alumni vendors, and Greek life showcases. We are truly excited to bring generations of Buccaneers together to celebrate our shared legacy, reconnect, and experience the energy of our UVI community.”
Schedule of Events
Thursday, October 30 – Orville E. Kean Campus, St. Thomas
2:00 p.m. – Homecoming Kick-Off Parade & Beach Bash (Free)
(From the Herman E. Moore Golf Course to Brewer’s Bay Beach)
Kick off Homecoming with a lively parade uniting dignitaries, UVI leadership, students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners in a one-of-a-kind display of excellence, culture, and unity.
4:30 p.m. – MacLean Marine Science Center Open House (Free)
Tour UVI’s labs and meet the incredible MMES team.
6:00 p.m. – Women’s Basketball Game ($5.00)
UVI Women’s vs Ozark Christian College Basketball Game
Support your Lady Buccaneers!
Friday, October 31 – Orville E. Kean Campus, St. Thomas
4:30 p.m. – Halloween Trunk or Treat (Free until 5:30 p.m.)
(Elridge W. Blake Sports & Fitness Center)
Children in costumes enjoy treats while families participate in a safe, festive Halloween celebration on campus.
6:00 p.m. – Homecoming Games ($5.00)
Cheer on the Men’s & Women’s Basketball team to Homecoming victory!
6:00 p.m. – Alumni Marketplace Showout ($5.00)
Support your Buccaneers and shop alumni vendors for exclusive merch.
10:00 p.m. – The Ultimate Halloween Wet Fete ($20)
Dance the night away at the Ultimate Halloween Wet Fete — a neon, water-soaked celebration of island energy.
Saturday, November 1 – Albert A. Sheen Campus, St. Croix
5:00 p.m. – Homecoming 2025 Basketball Battle (Free)
Students, alumni, and staff compete in a spirited showdown.
9:00 p.m. – The Ultimate Wet Fete – St. Croix Edition ($20.00)
The excitement continues with DJs, water fun, and vibrant entertainment on campus.
Sunday, November 2 – Albert A. Sheen Campus, St. Croix
8 a.m. – Soca & Sunrise Breakfast Sail ($50 – Limited Spots)
(Departs Frederiksted Pier)
Start the day aboard a scenic sail with soca rhythms, sunrise views, and Buccaneer spirit.
1:00 p.m. – Homecoming on the Yard 2025 (Free)
A family-friendly festival featuring food trucks, live music, children’s play zone, alumni vendors, and Greek life showcases.
Throughout the Day – Alumni Marketplace & Class Year Challenge
Shop local crafts, fashion, and cuisine while alumni classes compete for Buccaneer bragging rights in the Battle of the Class Years.
Registration and More Information
For the full schedule and event registration links, visit www.uvi.edu/homecoming.
Alumni are encouraged to update their contact information to receive the latest Homecoming 2025 updates by contacting Sophia Johnson, Director of Alumni Affairs & Constituent Relations, at alumni@uvi.edu or (340) 692-4023.
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