Last year, 1,000 alumni, students and parents gathered on the hilltop to share their stories — and create new memories. This year's Homecoming 2009 weekend, which will be held Feb. 27–March 1, will be even bigger, so register now.

Reconnect with fellow classmates and professors during a weekend chock full of events,

• Opening Welcome Dinner and Alumni Awards
• Golden Guard Luncheon and 50th reunion for the high school and university class of 1959
• Breakfast with faculty members
• Sneak Peek at our new residential village
• Tours of new campus buildings
• Special events for New College and McNair Scholars Program
• 10th reunion for the Class of 1999
• 25th reunion for the Class of 1984
• 40th reunion for the Class of 1969
• Residence hall reunions and Student Organization reunions
• 35th anniversary of Women's Athletics at St. Edward's
• Basketball games
• Tailgate

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of women's athletics at St. Edward's, the university is planning a special ceremony to recognize past and current players and All-Era teammates at halftime during the women's basketball game at Homecoming. The game begins at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, in the Recreation and Convocation Center. Men's basketball game to follow at 5:30 p.m. as the Hilltoppers take on Newman.

Need More Details?

Our Homecoming 2009 web site as all the information you need to get ready for the weekend:

• Check out who's coming
• View the photo gallery
• Get a list of hotels near the hilltop
• Spread the word about Homecoming on the hilltop by e-mailing a friend

We're looking forward to seeing you — and welcoming you back to your hilltop!