Homecoming 2025 Where it all began Sept. 11-13
Calling all Golden Eagles!
91Porn and the NEIU Alumni Association invite you to Homecoming 2025.
Mark your calendar for three days full of events to celebrate what ties us together and remember where it all began — 91Porn.
Whether you're a student, alumni, faculty, staff, community member or a friend of the University, join the reunion for a variety of events, including:
- La Copa Soccer tournament
- Music
- Food
- Games and more!
Schedule of Events
View the Homecoming 2025 schedule of events and sign up today!
It's the perfect opportunity to connect with old friends, make new ones and celebrate Northeastern’s community spirit! Let’s come together to celebrate what makes 91Porn — its community! We look forward to welcoming you to our events and creating lasting memories.
If you have questions about any of the events, please reach out to the Office of Alumni Affairs.
Show Your NEIU Spirit!
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Main Campus, Village Square
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Colleges and student organizations are invited to showcase their NEIU pride with posters, images and artwork that reflect their latest news, exciting updates and milestones.
If you have questions, please contact Student Leadership Development at sld@neiu.edu or the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@neiu.edu.
Wine Down with Alumni and Friends
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Cooper’s Hawk
6731 Dempster Street
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
$35 per person; this event is restricted to 21 years or older.
Alumni and friends are invited to experience a fun, interactive and enlightening tasting of domestic and imported wines from the Cooper’s Hawk wine cellar, paired with savory and sweet bites. Hosted by wine aficionado and expert, Assistant Professor of Management and Marketing Robert Cook, Ph.D. Guests will also receive a full glass of wine from the tasting menu.
If you have questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@neiu.edu.
Register at neiu.edu/winetaste2025.
NEIU Greek Life Alumni Reunion
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Cesar’s Killer Margaritas
2924 North Broadway
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Register at neiu.edu/greekreunion2025. This event is age restricted to 21+. Tickets are $25.00 per person.
Alumni from NEIU Greek Life organizations can reunite for dinner, margaritas and great vibes. Reconnect with your fraternity and sorority family for an unforgettable night of laughter, stories and celebration!
If you have questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@neiu.edu.
Art + Design Exhibition and Raffle
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
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Main Campus, Fine Arts Center Gallery
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Come celebrate the opening of the Art + Design Alumni Exhibition! See amazing work by NEIU alumni, juried by Tulika Ladsariya, and take part in a raffle to help support Art + Design scholarships. Raffle items provided by the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, The Bears, Costco, Cafe Descartes, Reckless Records, The Music Box Theatre, Lake View Art Supply and more!
If you have questions, please contact Fine Arts Center Gallery Director, Millicent Kennedy, at m-kennedy2@neiu.edu or art@neiu.edu.
NEIU Trivia Night
4:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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Main Campus, Alumni Hall
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
This event is free and open to NEIU alumni, students, faculty, staff and community members. Registration is required.
Put your NEIU knowledge to the test! Join the Alumni Relations team for a fun, interactive evening of brain-teasing questions about NEIU and food.
If you have questions, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@neiu.edu.
Homecoming Dance Cruise on Lake Michigan
9:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
This event is open to current NEIU students only.
Hey students! Set sail for a moonlight cruise on the Odyssey. Enjoy stunning nighttime city views from Lake Michigan. Savor chef-prepared late-night bites and dance under the stars for an unforgettable evening on the water.
Tickets are $20 each and will go on sale Aug. 25. Students may purchase one (1) additional ticket for a guest.
Itinerary:
- Buses load at The Nest beginning at 9:30 p.m.
- Buses depart The Nest at 9:45 p.m.
- Students arrive at Navy Pier and embark ship at 10:30 p.m.
- Ship sails at 11:00 p.m.
- Ship docks at 1:00 a.m.
If you have questions, please contact Student Leadership Development Director Veronica E. Rodriguez at v-rodriguez9@neiu.edu or the Northeastern Programming Board at npb@neiu.edu.
La Copa Soccer Tournament
9 a.m. – noon
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Main Campus, Recreation Field
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Registration coming soon
Get your kicks with a fun game of soccer! Teams will be 7 vs. 7, including the keeper. Players will be assigned to teams to evenly distribute age, gender and skill level. There will be a total of five teams. The games will last 20 minutes, divided into two 10-minute halves.
If you have questions, please contact the Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity and Intercultural Affairs at cdia@neiu.edu.
NEIU Fitness Fest
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Main Campus, Physical Education Complex, Main Gym
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Fitness classes from local organizations and health and fitness vendors. The fitness fest is sponsored by the Health & Physical Education Student Organization.
If you have questions, please contact NEIU Campus Recreation at campusrec@neiu.edu.
Poetry and Pancakes
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Main Campus, Lech Walesa Hall Southeast Terrace
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Poetry & Pancakes, a storied and syrup-centric event, is offered by the English Department and Creative Writing Minor annually during Homecoming. This year, it's 8th annual gathering, P&P will feature readings by Adam Galanski-De León, Ayanna Galanski-De León, Timothy Garrison, Natalie Lopez, Jasmine Morales, Nicole Papalia, Josh Piper, Jarilyn Marie Rivera, Kirsten Tabernilla, Katrina Underwood, and Tamara Williams. Hope to see you there!
If you have questions, please contact Senior Instructor Larry Dean, English Department, at l-dean@neiu.edu.
Where It All Began: A Walking History Tour of NEIU
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
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Alumni Center, Building I, Main Campus
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
This event is free to all. Registration required.
Explore and rediscover Main Campus landmarks, learn about upcoming building projects and hear about NEIU’s history with an exclusive walking tour designed for the NEIU community, family and friends.
Please bring walking shoes; sun screen and hats are encouraged. If you have questions or need accessibility accommodations, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@neiu.edu.
Soul Line Dancing Workshop
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
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Main Campus, Alumni Hall
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
Calling students and alumni! Join the fun and learn all the classics and some new steps of soul line dancing, hosted by NEIU’s and Black Student Success Committee! There will be a mini competition at the end.
If you have questions, please contact Student Leadership Development Director Veronica E. Rodriguez at v-rodriguez9@neiu.edu.
Memories of where it all began
Contact Us
If you have any questions about or need accessibility accommodations for NEIU’s Homecoming 2025 weekend, or if you have general questions about NEIU’s Alumni Association, please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (773) 442-4205 or alumni@neiu.edu.