Homecoming Magic | St. Edward's University in Austin, Texas

There’s no more festive time on the St. Edward’s campus than Homecoming! And this year’s celebration was among the biggest and best ever. Hilltoppers young and old (and furry friends, too) came together for a fun-filled week of exciting activities, memory-making events and rousing hilltop pride. Missed being here? No worries. Enjoy Homecoming highlights in our photos and video below.

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Throughout Student Homecoming Week, teams competed in multiple events for points to win the Topper Cup. Competitions included the Homecoming Service Project, trivia contests, games, sports challenges — like this dodgeball tournament — and more.

An exciting dodgeball tournament, one of several challenges for the Topper Cup, inspired energetic matches during Student Homecoming Week.

The Hilltopper student body chose a 10-member Homecoming Court and Homecoming Royal. The court was honored during a pre-game pep rally for the basketball double header.

Irresistible rhythms and beats lured alumni, students and families to the dance floor during Friday evening’s Homecoming Bash party.

Hilltopper friends and families had a blast trying their luck at the casino tables during Homecoming Bash.

The blue and gold wave erupts as fans cheer on the Hilltopper women’s and men’s basketball teams during Saturday’s double header against Western New Mexico.

Go Toppers! The St. Edward’s men’s and women’s basketball teams scored decisive victories in their Homecoming double-header games.

Make new Hilltopper friends, cherish the old, all are family among the “blue and gold.”

Homecoming on the hilltop is definitely a family affair! We love having Hilltoppers of all ages join in the celebration.

The Homecoming Jenga table was a big hit — for players and spectators. Jenga was just one of more than 40 fun activities available to everyone.

At the gameday tailgating event, a caricature artist creates a memory worthy of framing for two Hilltoppers.

Sweet treats and a warm welcome awaited all who visited the Office of Information Technology gameday tailgating booth — one of many sponsored by offices, schools and clubs across the university.