Homecoming is the time to celebrate tradition and instill pride in all members of the Nova Southeastern University family through active engagement of students, alumni, faculty and staff across the community.

The week of celebration will begin on Sunday, November 9, 2025 and will end on Saturday, November 15, 2025You don’t want to miss out on all the awesome activities taking place this week including a couple of surprises! 

Be sure to check out all the events. Follow the Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement on Instagram (@nsucampuslife) to stay updated, and use #bleedsharkblue and #sharkshomecoming on social media to be featured on the NSU Journey Wall.

Please note the following:

For more information, contact NSU Homecoming at homecoming@nova.edu.

Date: Sunday, November 9

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Alvin Sherman Library Quad

Description: What better way to celebrate and kick off homecoming than by having a fireworks and laser show! Light refreshments will be provided.

Date: Monday, November 10

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Rick Case Arena

Description: Join us as we kick off the week with our signature Bleed Shark Blue Pep Rally that will engage students in showing a substantial amount of school spirit. 

Please note this event will comply with NSU's Acceptable Bag Policy, which is found here.

Date: Tuesday, November 11

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Location: Gold Circle Lake

Description: Come join us as we watch our students get creative and compete against each other to determine the best and fastest raft using unconventional items. First place takes $1,500 for their respective club or organization, second place takes $750, and third place takes $500. This is NSU's longest standing tradition. Register to participate at nova.edu/raftrace.

Date: Wednesday, November 12

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Rick Case Arena

Description: Join the Fraternity and Sorority Life Office for their annual Homecoming Stroll Off, where the various organizations compete for the trophy and title of Homecoming Stroll Off Champions. This event has a great echo within the Greek community and displays the talents of our organizations in a highly competitive atmosphere for a prize of $1,000.

All active NSU students are free.

Guests of students and alumni can get a ticket here ($5) starting Tuesday, October 21, at 9:00 a.m.

Please note this event will comply with NSU's Acceptable Bag Policy, which is found here.

Date: Wednesday, November 12

Time: Immediately after Fraternity and Sorority Life Homecoming Stroll Off

Location: Rick Case Arena

Description: Join us for Sharks After Dark, immediately following the Fraternity and Sorority Life Homecoming Stroll Off, and keep the homecoming spirit going with a night full of energy, music, and campus pride. Come hang out with friends, enjoy the vibe, and celebrate what it means to be a Shark. It’s the perfect way to cap off the excitement of the day! 

Date: Thursday, November 13

Time: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Alvin Sherman Library Quad

Description: Join us for a vibrant day of creativity, community, and fun at the Block Painting Arts Festival. Hosted on the Alvin Sherman Library Quad, this annual tradition brings students together to showcase their artistry through block painting while enjoying an afternoon filled with activities, food, music, and giveaways.

Date: Friday, November 14

Time: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Shark Fountain

Description: Come show your NSU Shark spirit! Cheer on all the clubs and organizations that are participating in the Homecoming Parade. There will be prizes for the best float, car, or banner decorations. Come and find out who will win!

Date: Friday, November 14

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Location: Mailman Hollywood Parking Lot

Description: Join us as the NSU Undergraduate Student Government Association hosts their annual Homecoming Tailgate! It will be filled with nothing but fun events, food, music, and school spirit. 

Date: Friday, November 14

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Location: Rick Case Arena

Description: Come join the men's basketball team to help them to victory against The University of Alabama in Huntsville. In addition, come see who our next homecoming royalties will be.

Date: Saturday, November 15

Time: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Flight Deck Backyard

Description: Join us for our final toast to a successful homecoming week at the Sharks in the Garden Homecoming Brunch.