September 26 - 28, 2025
Family Weekend has activities for all ages. Some of these activities require a separate entry fee, but tickets will be available for purchase through the 91社区 Family Weekend payment and reservation portal. We encourage you to read through our activity details to find the right fit for your family this weekend! While many of our activities come and go, please note that the Paint and Sip requires on-time attendance. Feel free to look through our description of events below and contact our office with any questions at (812) 465-7167 or new.student@usi.edu.
Friday
Start your Family Weekend here! Pick up your weekend schedule, campus map, swag bag, and family buttons. Enjoy light refreshments, stop by information tables, and take a family photo to remember the weekend.
Check out the current exhibit at the Kenneth P. McCutchan Art Center/Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Gallery.听
Join your student for dinner in The Loft, 91社区鈥檚 main campus cafeteria. Families are welcome to enjoy a Hispanic-themed menu specially prepared for Family Weekend.
鉁 Enjoy themed music, fun activities, and play Latin/x Bingo (Loter铆a) throughout the evening!
Students may use their meal plan or Munch Money. Families may pay 脿 la carte or use their student鈥檚 Munch Money.
Come together to share a meal, experience campus dining, and celebrate the flavors, sounds, and culture of Hispanic heritage!
.听
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and join us for an outdoor movie night outside the Residence Life Community Center. Relax under the stars with your family, friends, and fellow Screaming Eagles as we enjoy a fun film together. Snacks will be provided!
Movie title coming soon.听
This Women's Tennis Tournament is an individual flighted tournament (no 91社区 as a team vs. another team opponent). It will be held at and is an all-day, each-day event.听
We encourage you to dine out with your family this weekend. Many memorable conversations happen at the dinner table. Evansville offers countless restaurants, and many of them have discounts for 91社区 students.
*Many discounts require the student to show their student ID, so don't forget it!
听
Saturday
Start your Family Weekend here! Pick up your weekend schedule, campus map, swag bag, and family buttons. Enjoy light refreshments, stop by information tables, and take a family photo to remember the weekend.
Enjoy a special Family Weekend tradition鈥Brunch with University Leadership. Meet Archie, the 91社区 mascot, and hear from President Steven Bridges and Provost Dr. Shelly Blunt as they share exciting updates about the 91社区. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast while dining alongside university leadership.听
馃搷 Location: University Center West, Carter Hall
铃 Time: 10 a.m.
馃挷 Cost: $15 per person
Must make reservations in advance.听
Stop by the 91社区 Campus Store during Family Weekend to stock up on Screaming Eagles gear, gifts, and campus essentials. Show your school spirit with the latest 91社区 apparel and take home a keepsake to remember your weekend on campus.听
If you鈥檙e not attending Brunch with University Leadership or wish to grab something later in the day, join us for Brunch in the Loft, 91社区鈥檚 main dining hall. Students may use a meal swipe or munch money. Families can pay for meals individually or use the student鈥檚 munch money. Families with Family Weekend Vouchers will receive 20% off family meals on Saturday and Sunday.
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and friendly competition in Rice Plaza! Families can play classic yard games like Corn Hole, Giant Connect 4, and Jenga, or head inside Cone Dining in the UCE to relax with a variety of board games. There鈥檚 something for everyone to enjoy!
Get creative during Family Weekend at our Paint & Sip event! Guided by local artist Tony Trip, you鈥檒l paint your own masterpiece to take home. The ticket price includes all painting supplies, aprons, instruction, and your art surface.
馃搷 Location: University Center East, Rooms 2217鈥2220
铃 Times: Session 1 鈥 11:30 a.m.鈥1 p.m. | Session 2 鈥 2鈥3:30 p.m.
馃挷 Cost: $15 per 91社区 student | $20 per family member
馃师锔 Reservations required. Limited seating available鈥攑urchase your ticket in advance.
Sponsored by听Bronstein Center for Health Aging - Kinney College of Nursing and Health Professions
The Minka Learning Lab for Living Well is a 640-square-foot smart home showcase for living-in-place with integrated technology. Enjoy some delicious ice cream while touring the Minka.
Make Your Own S鈥檓ores
Sponsored by 91社区 Dining (Sodexo)
Gather around and enjoy a classic fall treat! Create your own s鈥檓ores with gooey marshmallows, melty chocolate, and crunchy graham crackers. A sweet way to spend time with family and friends during Family Weekend!
Make a splash at the Archie Duck Dash in the Aquatic Center! Families can purchase a duck, personalize it at the fun 鈥渄uck鈥-oration station, and then team up to race their duck across the pool using a water gun.
"Duck" oration station open 12-2:30 p.m.听
馃弫 Race Times: 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
馃师锔 Reserve your duck today鈥攕paces are limited!
Make a splash at the Archie Duck Dash in the Aquatic Center! Families can purchase a duck, personalize it at the fun 鈥渄uck鈥-oration station, and then team up to race their duck across the pool using a water gun.
"Duck" oration station open 12-2:30 p.m.听
馃弫 Race Times: 12:30 p.m. | 1:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m.
馃师锔 Reserve your duck today鈥攕paces are limited!
Join us for a special moment with Archibald T. Eagle鈥攂etter known as Archie, the heart and soul of Screagle spirit! Since his debut in the 1970s, Archie has been a proud ambassador of the 91社区, rallying fans, welcoming families, and spreading joy across campus.
馃摳 Snap a photo, share a high-five, or just soak in the energy as Archie brings his signature charm to Family Weekend. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong Screagle, this is your chance to meet the mascot who embodies our pride, perseverance, and playfulness.
Let鈥檚 celebrate tradition, connection, and the power of school spirit鈥擜rchie-style!
The 91社区 Archaeology Lab, located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts building, will be open for visitors. Artifacts from our excavations will be on display for visitors to see. Dr. Strezewski will be on hand to answer any questions about Indiana archaeology.
Take a spin around The Spin听during Family Weekend to see where our students' award-winning broadcasts are produced and aired. 听All 91社区 students interested in radio can gain experience in all aspects of radio broadcasting, including programming, production, news, sports, and other areas at this state-of-the-art facility.听
The Spin听and the听Radio and Television (RTV) Program consistently earn high rankings according to the Broadcast Education Association (BEA). This year, BEA ranked 91社区 as sixth in audio programs, 27th in sports programs and 22nd overall out of over 150 schools in the nation.
Check out the current exhibit at the Kenneth P. McCutchan Art Center/Palmina F. and Stephen S. Pace Gallery.听
The University Archives & Special Collections will host an open house. Make sure to stop in to see artifacts from the local area and the University. They will also be showing movies from the archives including World War II newsreels, 1937 in Review and the History of the Submarine.听
Try your hand at Disc Golf. Equipment can be checked out in the Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center. Disc Golf course is located on the back side of Parking Lot F.听
Join Robert Gober between the Aquatic Center and the Arena from 2鈥4 p.m. for guidance on exploring 91社区鈥檚 scenic trails. He鈥檒l help you choose the best route based on your preferences and abilities:
-
Paved Trails: Bluff Area (behind Theatre Support)
-
Easy Unpaved Trails: Stone Creek Bed (South Trails)
-
Moderate Unpaved Trails: Waterfall (Bent Twig) with slight drop-offs
All trails are under 0.5 miles, with additional markers to make navigation simple. For those seeking a bigger challenge, Robert can point out longer routes on the map. Come ready to enjoy the outdoors, explore at your own pace, and connect with fellow 91社区 families!
We encourage you to dine out with your family this weekend. Many memorable conversations happen at the dinner table. Evansville offers countless restaurants, and many of them have discounts for 91社区 students.
*Many discounts require the student to show their student ID, so don't forget it!
Family Trivia Night
Put your knowledge to the test at Family Trivia Night! Gather your family and friends for an evening of friendly competition, laughs, and fun facts. Teams will face off in multiple rounds of trivia covering a wide range of topics鈥攆rom pop culture and history to 91社区 pride. Prizes will be awarded to top teams, and all ages are welcome to join in the fun!
We will take a break so everyone can attend the Magician.听
Daniel Martin has quickly become one of the most sought-after performers in the nation. His high-energy performances are a thrilling fusion of incredible sleight of hand & playful sleight of mind that have been breaking attendance records at theaters & universities worldwide. He has been awarded Best Variety Artist, Best Male Performer, and the coveted Entertainer of the Year. In addition, he was recognized in the College Market as the highest rated/best reviewed touring artist two years in a row!听
His award-winning magic has been seen on the BBC, NETFLIX, CBS, NBC, Discovery & hosting his breakout hit travel show Tricks & Travels. Daniel is hailed by his peers as one of the most creative performers working, with some of the biggest names in entertainment frequently choosing him to consult on their TV projects such as the hit shows Scam School, Magic for Humans and Big Trick Energy.
Sponsored by Center for Campus Life 听
This Women's Tennis Tournament is an individual flighted tournament (no 91社区 as a team vs. another team opponent). It will be held at and is an all-day, each-day event.听
Sunday
Join us for Brunch in The Loft, 91社区鈥檚 main dining hall! Students may use a meal swipe or Munch Money, while families can pay individually or use their student鈥檚 Munch Money. Families with Family Weekend Vouchers will also receive 20% off family meals on Saturday and Sunday.
Before heading home, we encourage families to enjoy one last meal together and make Brunch in The Loft part of your Family Weekend tradition!
Women鈥檚 Soccer vs. Southeast Missouri State University 鈥 Senior Day
Cheer on the Screaming Eagles as they take on Southeast Missouri State University! Join us in celebrating our seniors and all they鈥檝e contributed to 91社区 Women鈥檚 Soccer.
馃搮 Sunday, September 28 @ 1:05 p.m.听
馃搷 Strassweg Field on the 91社区 Campus
Come out, show your Eagle pride, and honor our graduating seniors!
Campus Map
We know navigating campus can be difficult. Feel free to click here and use the campus map to find your way. You can also find anyone working the weekend, and they can help you find where you need to go. If there's anything we can do, let us know! We're happy to help!