Homecoming
Save the Date:
HOCO2020
Friday, October 2nd, Saturday, October 3rd, and Sunday, October 4th
Register
Homecoming Hotels
Special MU Alumni Hotel Discounts for HOCO!
Holiday Inn Express- Wilkes-Barre East
1063 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre PA 18702
The Woodlands
1073 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
Standard Room: $125 a night
(Friday, 10/4 and/or Saturday, 10/5)
Reserve by calling (570) 824-9831
*Must make reservation before Wednesday, 9/4
HOCO FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Where can I stay near Misericordia?
- Where can I park on campus?
- Where can I find a schedule for all Homecoming events?
- Do I need to register for events?
- Is there a registration deadline?
- I missed the online registration - or - I would like to register for additional events now that the online registration is closed. Can I still register?
- I would like to visit the Campus Bookstore. What are the hours during Homecoming weekend?
- Where can I eat on campus?
- Will the Anderson Sports-Health Center be open?
- Can I bring my children to Homecoming?
- What time does the North Gate Parking Lot open for Tailgating?
- What is the weather policy for Homecoming?
- I used to assist Campus Ministry during Sunday masses, or I always wanted to but never had the chance. Can I help out at the Alumni Reunion Mass on Sunday?
- I have a specific question that is not listed here; who do I contact?
- Where should I check for Homecoming updates?
- I already registered for Homecoming, but I would still like to make my class gift. Where can I go?
Where can I stay near Misericordia?
The Alumni Relations Team has set-up special MU Alumni Hotel discounts for the weekend. Click here for more information about the discounted rates and how to reserve your room at the Holiday Inn Express- Wilkes-Barre East or the Woodlands in Wilkes-Barre. Keep in mind that there will be many people in town during Homecoming weekend, so book your hotel and make reservations early. MU cannot guarantee rooms at any area hotels.
There are numerous hotels near campus and the surrounding area. Additional information and alumni hotel discounts are available on the Travel page.
Where can I park on campus?
Parking spots in the North Gate Parking Lot are for Tailgating only on Saturday, October 5th. Tailgating spots are $10 per standard space, and attendees must pre-register. No same-day reservations can be accepted. Tailgating spots can be reserved here.
*Due to the high volume of attendees expected on Saturday, October 5th, parking spots cannot be saved in the North Gate Parking Lot for other vehicles in a party arriving at a later time. In order to park together, you must arrive to the tailgating area with all vehicles in your party.
Free parking is available on campus in alternate lots.
Where can I find a schedule for all Homecoming events?
Click here to see the full schedule of events for Homecoming weekend.
Do I need to register for events?
Is there a registration deadline?
Online registration for Homecoming weekend will close on Friday, October 4th at 2 pm. In-person registration will be available on Friday, October 4th from 11 am - 2 pm in Mercy Hall, Room 246 and on Saturday, October 5th from 9:30 am - 12 pm in the North Gate Parking Lot under the tent.
Football tickets are available for purchase separately upon entering the football field.
I missed the online registration - or - I would like to register for additional events now that the online registration is closed. Can I still register?
The Alumni Relations Team will be accepting in-person registrations at Homecoming Weekend Registration Headquarters. You can find them on Friday, October 4th from 11 am - 2 pm in Mercy Hall, Room 246 and on Saturday, October 5th from 9:30 am - 12 pm in the North Gate Parking Lot under the tent.
Football tickets are available for purchase separately upon entering the football field.
I would like to visit the Campus Bookstore. What are the hours during Homecoming weekend?
Where can I eat on campus?
- Starbucks
- Friday, October 4: 8 am – 6 pm
- Saturday, October 5: 11 am – 3 pm
- Sunday, October 6: 11 am – 3 pm
- Chick fil A
- Friday, October 4: 11 am – 9 pm
- Saturday, October 5: 11 am – 9 pm
- Sunday, October 6: Closed
- Chopping Block
- Friday, October 4: 11 am – 8 pm
- Saturday, October 5: 11 am – 7 pm
- Sunday, October 6: 3 pm – 10 pm
Will the Anderson Sports-Health Center be open?
Can I bring my children to Homecoming?
Yes! HOCO is 100% family-friendly.
On Saturday, October 5th, there will be child-friendly activities including a Balloon Artist and a Face Painter. Weather permitting: there will also be a castle moonbounce, ring toss, tic tac throw, and a giant jenga.
On Sunday, October 6th, bring the whole family back to experience a traditional Misericordia mass with Fr. Don Williams. After mass, enjoy our mimosas and a masterpiece event while our student volunteers host more games, crafts, and a continental breakfast in the room next door for the little ones!
What time does the North Gate Parking Lot open for Tailgating?
While tailgating does not begin until 9:30 am, the North Gate Parking Lot will be open beginning at 9:00 am for our Saturday kick-off event: Kegs & Eggs. Sign up here for Kegs & Eggs to start the party early on Saturday.
What is the weather policy for Homecoming?
Most events at Homecoming are rain or shine. The bounce castle and all other inflatables will be weather permitting. Some athletics events may be affected by the weather forecast. All current and future updates for Athletics events can be found on the Misericordia Athletics page.
I used to assist Campus Ministry during Sunday masses, or I always wanted to but never had the chance. Can I help out at the Alumni Reunion Mass on Sunday?
Alumni can volunteer to serve in various capacities at our Alumni Reunion Mass: lector, gift bearer, Eucharistic minister, greeter, etc. To volunteer, please e-mail jnat@misericordia.edu or call (570) 674-6764.
I have a specific question that is not listed here; who do I contact?
Please contact Jackie Nat in the Alumni Relations Office at jnat@misericordia.edu or 570-674-6764.
Where should I check for Homecoming updates?
I already registered for Homecoming, but I would still like to make my class gift. Where can I go?
Thank you for choosing to make a difference in the lives of current students. Make an immediate impact at misericordia.edu/makeagift. You will then be able to choose an initiative on campus that you would like to support. You truly can make an impact with a gift of ANY size.