Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is celebrating decades of academic prestige, student success, and Islander tradition during Island Homecoming 2025, held Feb. 23-March 1. Together with the Coastal Bend community, Islander students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to show their Islander Spirit and join in the fun through the annual Lighting of the “I”, basketball games, and a variety of other opportunities and activities!
Homecoming Events
Homecoming Welcome!
The Woo Sung Lee Alumni Welcome Center, 6129 Ennis Joslin Rd., is your official Homecoming Headquarters for ticket and merchandise pickup. Stop by during Homecoming Week to get everything you need.
Hours of Operation:
Monday, Feb. 24 to Thursday, Feb. 27: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 28: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Islander Clean
Join the TAMU-CC Student Volunteer Connection and campus representatives as they come together to beautify the campus with a spring cleaning! The event kicks off at 9 a.m. at the University Center North Porch.
Homecoming Opening Day Kickoff
Start the week with excitement as Islander Baseball takes on Washington State! Bring your energy, cheer on the team, and set the tone for an unforgettable Homecoming Week. Stop by the TAMU-CC tables for exclusive Homecoming prizes and giveaways. Meet the 2025 Homecoming Court and get to know the faces leading this year’s celebration. This is more than just a game—it’s the start of a week filled with Islander pride. The game starts at 3 p.m. at Whataburger Field, 734 East Port Avenue. Tickets are available at https://goislanders.com/sports/2016/8/24/Tickets-index.aspx.
Alumni Faculty/Staff Gift Pick Up (Faculty/Staff Only)
Are you a TAMU-CC faculty or staff member who is also an Islander alumni? Get ready to reignite your Islander spirit at our faculty/staff exclusive Homecoming Celebration in the Lonestar Ballroom from noon to 3 p.m. This is your chance to mingle, reminisce, and reconnect with fellow alumni while soaking in the excitement of Homecoming.
Exclusive Perks: Pick up your one-of-a-kind Islander Homecoming-themed gift – just for you!
Need Alumni Corner tickets? No worries! Grab yours on-site and keep the party going.
Don’t miss this fun-filled celebration – we can’t wait to see you there!
2025 Homecoming Court Meet and Greet
Homecoming is here, and the energy is unstoppable! Stop by Izzy’s Hangout in the University Center (first floor, near elevators) from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to meet your 2025 Homecoming Court up close. Snap photos, chat with the court and feel the Homecoming spirit come to life. This is your chance to be part of the action, celebrate Islander pride, and make memories you won’t forget.
City-Wide Bluesday Tuesday
Islander students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community are invited to show your Islander pride by wearing blue on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Join the celebration at an official city proclamation honoring this special day, read at the Corpus Christi Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 1201 Leopard St. Let’s unite, flood the city in blue, and make a bold statement about the Islander spirit. Spread the word, wear your colors, and be part of the excitement!
Bluesday Tuesday Social Media Contest
Get ready for a community-wide Bluesday Tuesday contest with a fantastic prize pack up for grabs! Don’t miss your chance to see your Bluesday Tuesday photos displayed on the big screen during the Islander Homecoming games at the American Bank Center. Stay tuned for all the exciting details — it’s going to be epic!
Anchors Aweigh
Take your place in the longest-held Islander Homecoming tradition! Unleash your Islander Spirit at Anchor Plaza from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. for an unforgettable celebration filled with a confetti kickoff, activities, snacks, music, the traditional anchor painting, and more! This is your chance to dive into the Homecoming excitement and meet Islander alumni who champion our beloved Island University — don't miss out on the memory making fun!
Faculty/Staff Break in the Day (Faculty/Staff Only)
Staff Council is thrilled to invite all faculty and staff to the TAMU-CC Faculty/Staff Break in the Day! Join us in the Dugan Gym from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a fantastic event filled with delicious food, fun activities, exciting games, and awesome giveaways! Don’t miss this chance to unwind and connect with your colleagues — it will be a blast!
Student vs. Faculty/Staff Basketball Game
Get ready for an electrifying evening at the much-anticipated Students vs. Faculty/Staff Basketball Game! Join us at the Dugan Wellness Center at 7 p.m. Don’t miss the thrilling showdown as students take on the faculty and staff in a lively basketball match. Bring your friends and cheer for your Islander friends — it will be an unforgettable night of camaraderie and competition!!
Islanderino
The Campus Activities Board is throwing an unforgettable night at Islanderino, and we want you to go all out in your brightest blue and green gear! Join us from 9 p.m. to midnight in the University Center AnchorBallroom for an exciting glow casino-inspired celebration. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this epic night filled with fun and entertainment — mark your calendars and get ready for a blast!
Islander Women’s Basketball Game
Get ready to cheer for Islanders Women’s Basketball as they go head-to-head against the New Orleans Privateers! The action begins at 7 p.m. at the American Bank Center at 1901 North Shoreline Blvd. Let’s show our support and make some noise!
Annual Meeting of the National Islander Alumni Association (Alumni Only)
Join us for a Year-in-Review hosted by the Islander Alumni Association! This is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the past year’s achievements and recognize our incredible outgoing and new Board of Director members. Don’t miss out on this evening at the University Center Legacy Ballroom, starting at 5:30 p.m.
Lighting of the “I”
Lighting of the “I” is more than just a tradition — it’s a beloved event that unites the Islander community in a wave of school spirit! Don your finest blue and green and join us for an unforgettable evening filled with energy and camaraderie! Mark your calendars for 6:30 p.m. at East Lawn, and let’s light up the night together!
Homecoming Alumni Honors Banquet (Alumni Only)
Islander Alumni! You’re invited to join us in honoring and recognizing the remarkable achievements of our past graduates. Don’t miss the chance to witness a special moment as former Islander athletes are inducted into the prestigious Islander Athletic Hall of Honor. Let’s come together and make this a night to remember! The banquet will be held in the University Center, Anchor Ballroom, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Get Ready to celebrate! Join us for a fantastic evening filled with laughter and unforgettable moments! This special event is all about reuniting the Class of 2015 and Class of 2000, celebrating Aloha Days/Anchor Camp leaders and campers, and reconnecting with UCC Tarpons class reunions. Let’s raise a glass together, share great stories, and embrace the true Islander spirit! Don’t miss out—RSVP today!The mixer starts at 8 p.m. at BUS, 702 North Chaparral St.
Campus Brunch Tours
Rise and shine on game day for the VIP treatment! Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet and a refreshing mimosa bar — an irresistible way to fuel your one-of-a-kind Island campus adventure! Join an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour where you’ll discover hidden gems of your university home and meet exceptional Islander students and scientists. Your morning will begin and end at the Harte Research Institute. Breakfast starts at 8 a.m., with our first tour setting sail at 8:30 a.m. Tours will roll out every 30 minutes until 10:30 a.m. Grab your tickets for just $15 and prepare for a morning of fresh prepared flavors and unforgettable exploration! Join us for an experience you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets here!
Islander Block Party and Tailgate
Get ready to kick off an incredible day of fun and excitement at the Islander Homecoming Block Party and Tailgate! Join the Island University for an unforgettable celebration with free family-friendly games, inflatables, a petting zoo, music, and much more! The Islander Block Party and Tailgate will take place from noon to 3 p.m. at the American Bank Center parking lot at 1901 North Shoreline Blvd. Don't miss out on the festivities!
Alumni Corner at the Block Party (Alumni Only)
Get ready for a blue and green reunion at the Alumni Corner at the Islander Block Party! It’s the ultimate opportunity to reconnect with classmates and meet fellow Islander alumni. Use this as your chance to catch up with a beloved professor or staff member, introduce your family to old friends, and create brand-new Islander Forever memories you’ll cherish for years! The Alumni Corner is located at the American Bank Center parking lot, located at 1901 North Shoreline Blvd. Presale tickets are $15 at you can buy tickets here
. Tickets will also be available for $20 the day of the block party.
Islanders Basketball Double Header
Cheer on the Islanders Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams as they go against the Southeastern Louisiana Lions at the American Bank Center.
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is celebrating decades of academic prestige, student success, and Islander tradition during Island Homecoming 2025, held Feb. 23-March 1. Together with the Coastal Bend community, Islander students, faculty, staff, and alumni are invited to show their Islander Spirit and join in the fun through the annual Lighting of the “I”, basketball games, and a variety of other opportunities and activities!
