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Recap: 2025 Homecoming & Family Weekend

Homecoming and Family Weekend

The Office of Alumni Relations and the Office of Student Engagement were proud to welcome faculty, staff, alumni, students, families and friends to campus for Homecoming & Family Weekend on October 2–5, 2025. The campus, the city of Frostburg and Allegany County were filled with Bobcat spirit as the community came together to celebrate. From the excitement of the parade and cheering on the Bobcats to honoring retirees and enjoying the golf outing, the weekend was packed with memorable moments and meaningful connections. It was a wonderful celebration of Bobcat pride and the strong sense of community that makes Frostburg State University so special.


Homecoming Events

Retired Employee & Employee Service Awards Luncheon

Retired employees and those celebrating milestone years of service gathered to recognize their dedication, commitment and lasting contributions to Frostburg State University and its students. Pictured is Janet Lancaster, Sharon Robinson, Dr. Ed Root '62/M'65, Linda Brumage and Mary Jo Price M'01.


Tailgating

Tailgating continues to be a crowd favorite and a sold-out tradition! Hundreds of faculty, staff, alumni, students, families and friends gathered to celebrate their Bobcat pride—enjoying great food, cold drinks, friendly games of cornhole and the excitement of cheering on the Bobcats.

Bobcat Hall of Fame

The Bobcat Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony remains a cherished tradition of Homecoming & Family Weekend, giving the community an opportunity to celebrate our 2025 inductees, honor the 55th anniversary of the 1970 Field Hockey Team and recognize the many exciting achievements and milestones within Bobcat Athletics. Pictured is Renee Cannon '85, John Brewer '92 (representing Ralph Brewer), Kathy Crotty Zuback '86, Stephen Sites '91, Tony Christian '82, Justin Stephens '04 and Stephanie Zych Bruhn '04.

Baseball Golf Outing

The Baseball Golf Outing brings together supporters of FSU Baseball for a day of golf, camaraderie and shared memories. The event not only celebrates the strong community surrounding the program but also raises vital funds to support the continued success of Bobcat Baseball.

Jim Anderson Memorial Baseball Brunch

The Jim Anderson Memorial Baseball Brunch honors the legacy of Jim Anderson ’79 while celebrating the personal and professional achievements of FSU alumni and student-athletes. The event brings the Bobcat community together to recognize excellence, share memories and continue the tradition of support for Bobcat Baseball. Pictured is Dana Cunningham '74 and Jim Riggleman '74.

Golden Anniversary Reunion

The Golden Anniversary Reunion celebrates alumni who graduated in 1975 and earlier, recognizing their lasting connection to Frostburg State University. This year’s gathering also honored the milestone anniversaries of the Classes of 1970 and 1965. Pictured here is the Class of 1975 as they reunited to celebrate their shared memories and enduring Bobcat pride.

FSU History Talk @ Ort Library | In Memory of Catherine R. Gira

President Catherine R. Gira served Frostburg State University with distinction from 1991 to 2006. Dr. Mary Anne Lutz led an engaging discussion on her leadership and legacy. Pictured is Colleen Peterson, FSU retiree and longtime friend of Dr. Gira, joining in the celebration of her remarkable contributions.

Room Dedication | In Memory of Matthew G. Allen '85

Family and friends came together to dedicate a room in memory of Matthew G. Allen '85, located on the second floor of Framptom Hall. It will serve as a lasting tribute to his legacy and connection to the Bobcat community.

 

 

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The revival of the Frostburg Homecoming Parade was a wonderful opportunity for the area and FSU to showcase strong and collective community partnerships. The parade theme was "Frostburg - A Community of Treasures," and from the moment the festivities began, the energy, creativity and dedication shown by students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends of FSU was inspiring. Student groups, local organizations, the FSU Marching Band and many others filled the streets with music, color and Bobcat pride. View the photo album HERE.

A Community of Treasures Winners

Cash prizes were awarded to top three FSU groups in the Community of Treasures parade contest who best reflected the theme. 

roudabout theatre first placeFSU's Roudabout Children's Theatre Tour - 1st Place

fsu cheerleadersFSU Cheer - 2nd Place

environmental scienceDepartment of Physical and Environmental Sciences - 3rd Place