Homecoming
We look forward to welcoming you back to campus in the fall for Homecoming weekend. This year, we will honor graduates celebrating milestone years ending in "6" or "1."
Join us Oct. 9-10, 2026
Registration opens: Friday, June 12
Registration closes: Friday, Sept. 26 at 5 p.m. ET.
To register by phone, call the Alumni Association's Customer Service Line at 800-762-5646 or 614-292-2281.
Schedule
Noon to 1 p.m. | Heminger Hall Atrium
Student Alumni Networking Lunch: Enjoy lunch and connect with alumni and current students in a casual, welcoming setting.
1:30-2:30 p.m. | Newton 172
Continuing Education Session: Join us for a continuing education session (topic to be determined). Light snacks and drinks provided.
2:30-3:30 p.m.
Lab Tours: Guided tours showcasing the Technology Learning Complex and Innovation Studio. Meet in Heminger Hall Atrium.
Coffee with Leadership: Enjoy refreshments and time with College of Nursing leadership in the Demo Kitchen.
3:30-4 p.m.
Break: Time to refresh, regroup and prepare for evening festivities.
4-5 p.m. | Newton 172
State of College Address: Dean Rose will highlight recent accomplishments and share her vision for the future.
5-7 p.m. | Heminger Hall Atrium
Reception
6:30 to 8 p.m. | Thompson Library, 11th Floor Reading Room
50th Anniversary Dinner: A special, invitation only, dinner honoring the 50th reunion class. Business casual attire encouraged.
Time TBA | Heminger Hall Atrium
Buckeye Nursing Pregame Huddle: Join nursing alumni and guests for the annual pregame huddle before the Buckeyes take on Maryland. Cost is $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under.
Time TBA | Ohio Stadium
Ohio State Buckeye vs. Maryland
Join your classmates in supporting your class gift
Each year, alumni celebrating their milestone year give back to honor the anniversary of their College of Nursing education. Your generosity helps the college meet ever-changing opportunities and challenges through innovative programming, student financial support, career services and more.
FAQ
The Department of Athletics will provide a College of Nursing link to purchase Homecoming football tickets in the summer.
Join nursing alumni and friends and enjoy a buffet, bar and live music.
The Alumni Association provides additional details about other weekend activities around campus.
While there is no dress code, we encourage you to wear scarlet and gray. You can refer to photos from Homecoming 2025 for ideas. If you will attend the tailgate, please dress accordingly for the day’s weather.
The following hotels are located within a few miles of campus:
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/OSU, OH
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU
- Hilton Garden Inn Columbus-University Area
- Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus/University Area
- Marriott Columbus University Area
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus OSU
- Staybridge Suites Columbus OSU-Medical Center, an IHG Hotel
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Columbus/OSU, OH