Western Colorado University Alumni

08/19/2026

Freshman Move-In Day has officially arrived! to Move-In Day back in 1994!

Do you remember your first move-in day at Western? Share your favorite memory in the comments!

08/14/2026

Join fellow Western Colorado University alumni and their families for a fun-filled evening at Fritzler Farm Park, October 9th! Registration includes admission to the park, including the corn maze, pumpkin patch, giant slides, pedal go-carts, games, races, photo ops and more! 🎃

We’ll have a reserved Mountaineer tent as our home base to reconnect, relax, and enjoy the evening together. Bring the family and come celebrate fall with your fellow Mountaineers!

Register today: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/mountaineer-fall-festival-2026/e830735

08/11/2026

Homecoming 2026 is coming up FAST! 🎉Be sure to secure your lodging and register so you’re the first to know about all of the exciting new events we have planned!

This year, we’re taking Homecoming to the next level with guided hikes, climbing adventures, and group bike rides led by Wilderness Pursuits. PLUS, we’re co-hosting an official Lighting of the W Afterparty at The Whammy Bar following the Lighting of the W Party!

There’s so much more in store for our 125th Anniversary Homecoming & Family Weekend—you won’t want to miss it!

Don’t miss out—register, book your stay, and come celebrate 125 years of being a Mountaineer!

📅 September 25–27, 2026

Register here: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/homecoming-2026/e778685

08/11/2026

Hey Mountaineer fans,

All athletic venues are cashless. Please plan to use a debit/credit card or mobile payment.

Can't wait to see you this fall!

08/07/2026

Have you started a new job, moved into your dream home, tied the knot, welcomed a new family member, or checked off a bucket-list adventure? We want to celebrate your milestones with the Mountaineer community!

Submit a class note to share your latest news with the Mountaineer community—and you could be featured in a future edition of The Westerner alumni magazine.

Share your update at the link below! ⬇️
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/9aGdq0QASR

08/05/2026

Mountaineers, we're heading to Pueblo! 🏈 Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 14 and join us for a Western Colorado University Alumni Tailgate before the Mountaineers take on the CSU Pueblo Thunderwolves.

Reconnect with fellow alumni, enjoy great game day food and fun, and cheer on the Mountaineers together. Register using the link below to reserve your spot!

https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=380300c1-d34c-4a87-b95a-d64041ebb7d3&envId=p-CjHGzaR0jUqqUQfbiHJ1ow&zone=usa

08/02/2026

Join us in celebrating 25 years of Mountaineer Lacrosse during Homecoming & Family Weekend! Join former teammates, coaches, and friends back in Gunnison as we honor the program's legacy and the memories that have brought us together.

As part of the celebration, we're releasing a special edition 25th Anniversary sticker—available exclusively at Homecoming while supplies last. We can't wait to celebrate this milestone with you. Register today and come home to Western!

07/30/2026

What if you could spend a summer weekend back in the Gunnison Valley with fellow Mountaineers? Think outdoor adventures, live music, campfires, local food & drinks, and plenty of time to reconnect with old friends while making new memories. 🏕️

We're exploring the idea of launching a Western Alumni Summer Camp in Summer 2027, and we want your input! Take our quick survey and help us create an unforgettable alumni experience.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VWMLLYV

This photo is a throwback from the early 1950s at Camp Casadilla.

07/29/2026

07/27/2026

We can't wait for you to join us this year for one of Western's most cherished Homecoming traditions!

Join us for the Lighting of the W Party on Friday at 7:00 PM at the Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science & Engineering as we gather to celebrate Mountaineer pride before the iconic Lighting of the W.

Enjoy live music by Almost Utah, along with delicious food and refreshing drinks. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or making new memories, this is the perfect way to kick off an incredible Homecoming weekend!

📍 Friday, September 25th at 7:00 PM
📍 Paul M. Rady School of Computer Science & Engineering

Register for Homecoming today and don't miss out!

https://pro.gofundme.com/event/homecoming-2026/e778685