BGSU Homecoming 2025 welcomed alumni, friends and supporters for a one-of-a-kind celebration for the University's beloved mascot, Freddie Falcon, who turned 75 this year. There were opportunities to reconnect, relive cherished memories and create new ones at events throughout the weekend.

From honoring a new class of distinguished BGSU alumni to dedicating The Student Green, a new state-of-the-art turf practice space for the Falcon Marching Band, Freddie popping out of a giant cake and a BGSU Football victory, the 103rd BGSU Homecoming was an unforgettable celebration.

University photographers Craig Bell, Justin Camuso-Stall '14, Haven Conn '22 and Benjamin Boutwell '24 along with student photographer Keira Ellenberger, captured the fun.

Visit the public photo gallery to view and download additional photos from the weekend's festivities.

BGSU inducted three accomplished alumni into the Academy of Distinguished Alumni, one of the University's highest honors. Read more about the honorees here.

The weekend's events kicked off with a Welcome Back party on Friday, Sept. 12. There were aerial performers, fire jugglers, a performance from the Falcon Marching Band and a birthday celebration for Freddie Falcon.

Formerly the Freddie and Frieda 5K, this event now honors legendary Falcon and Olympic gold medalist Dave Wottle ‘73, who captured the world’s attention with his iconic 800-meter victory in 1972.

A Homecoming favorite, Falconland included inflatables, face painting and caricatures for Falcon families, alumni and community members. Alumni also had an opportunity to stroll through the All-Alumni Celebration with Decades Drive, celebrating a different era of BGSU.

Dozens of Falcon Flames – married couples who both graduated from the University – renewed their vows during a heartfelt ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 13, led by BGSU President Rodney K. Rogers.

The University unveiled its new state-of-the-art turf practice field for the Falcon Marching Band, club sports and other activities with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 13. The celebration included a performance by the Falcon Marching Band and honored the generous donors who contributed to the project.

The pregame celebration featured games, musical performances and a meet and greet with the nation's favorite cat, Pudge.

In a thrilling game, BGSU beat Liberty 23-13 in front of a big Homecoming crowd at Doyt. L. Perry Stadium. Fans were treated to a fun Falcon Marching Band halftime performance that culminated with Freddie Falcon popping out of a giant birthday cake float.