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, 2025. You 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:
- Ticketed events are limited
- The Pep Rally and FSL Stroll Off will comply with NSU's Acceptable Bag Policy
- All events will require your event pass
- Frequently asked Questions regarding Homecoming
- Homecoming Activities for Alumni
For more information, contact NSU Homecoming at homecoming@nova.edu.
Date: Sunday, November 9
Time: 7:00 PM
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 provided**
Date: Monday, November 10
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Rick Case Arena
Description: Join us as we kick off the week with our signature Bleed Shark Blue Pep Rally that will engage the students in showing a substantial amount of school spirit.
Please note this event will comply with NSU's Acceptable Bag Policy found here
Date: Tuesday, November 11
Time: 4:00 PM
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. 1st Place takes home $1,500 for their respective club or organization. While 2nd Place is $750 and 3rd place is $500. This is NSU's longest standing tradition. Register to participate at nova.edu/raftrace
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 7:00 PM
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 $1000.
All active NSU Students are FREE.
Guests of students and Alumni can get a ticket here for $5.00 starting Friday, October 31st at 9:00 a.m. EST.
Please note this event will comply with NSU's Acceptable Bag Policy found here
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: Immediately after FSL Stroll Off
Location: Rick Case Arena
Description: Join us for Sharks After Dark immediately following the Fraternity and Sorority Life Stroll Off! 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 PM
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 PM
Location: Shark Fountain
Description: Come show your NSU shark spirit and 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 see who will win!
Date: Friday, November 14
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Mailman Hollywood Parking Lot
Description: Join us as USGA 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 PM
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 PM
Location: Flight Deck Backyard
Description: Join us for our final toast to a successful homecoming week at the Sharks in the Garden Homecoming Brunch.
Contact Us
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
Closed
Don Taft University Center
Suite 1235
(954) 262-7288
800-541-6682, ext. 27288
campuslife@nova.edu