Events

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Homecoming: Banner Ceremony

Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Pioneer Crossing, The Markee

Each year residence halls, student organizations and fraternities and sororities design and create banners that display their Pioneer spirit and pride while incorporating their overall participation theme. These banners are displayed in the Pioneer Crossing, The Markee throughout the Homecoming week.

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Homecoming: Trivia

Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Pioneer Crossing, The Markee

Featured | Homecoming | Students | UW-Platteville | Social

Is your team up for the challenge? Put your organization's knowledge to the test. Trivia will quiz your team on topics including music, pop culture, and more! There will be two different brackets, one for general students and one for participating Homecoming teams! The top three teams not competing for Homecoming points will be awarded campus cash!

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Homecoming: Pioneer Sipz

Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Capstan Scholars Hall, The Markee

Featured | Homecoming | Students | UW-Platteville | Social

Fuel up for Homecoming with a pit stop you won't want to miss. Stop by Capstan Scholars Hall, The Markee to try one of the custom Homecoming themed drinks that will keep you fueled or all the Homecoming fun throughout the week.

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Pin Your Roots

Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Platteville Rooms Markee Pioneer Student Center

Featured | Community | Enrichment | UW-Platteville | Social

EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Our Roots Make Us Unique, Come Celebrate Yours! Join the Multicultural Student Center (MSC) for Pin Your Roots! -Pin your roots on our world map -Enjoy free food -Meet new people & celebrate our diverse backgrounds -Fill out a conversation card for a chance to win a prize! Come share where you're from, discover where others call...

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Homecoming: Tug of War

Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Memorial Park

CPR has just declared war. TUG OF WAR. Put on your face paint and marching shoes for one of CPR's favorite homecoming events. Homecoming teams will compete against each other to see who pulls to the top!

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High School Choral Festival

Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts

Each October, University of Wisconsin-Platteville hosts the High School Choral Festival. Hundreds of high school choristers from the Tri-State area convene for a day of rehearsal and performance with each of UW-Platteville's single-gender choirs, Coro D'Angeli, and Singing Pioneers. Emphasis is placed on fostering camaraderie as well as a lifelong love of the choral arts. Concurrent with rehearsals and break-out...

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Pioneer Men's Soccer vs St. Olaf College

Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium

Welcome to the Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium for Pioneer Men's Soccer! Gates open one hour prior to game time. Tickets $10 for adults $8 for seniors (62 and older) $5 for youth (age 5-17) Free for children 4 and under + UW-Platteville students with valid ID Confirmation emails contain your tickets with QR code. Please print at home or...

Pioneer Men's Soccer vs St. Olaf College

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Homecoming: Poster Making Station

Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 8:00 am - 7:00 pm | Capstan Scholars Hall, The Markee

Stop by and create a poster to cheer on the Women's Volleyball team at Yell Night! All supplies provided and free! Supplies will move to the lobby outside of Bo Ryan Court at 6 p.m.

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The Laramie Project

Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...

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Pioneer Women's Volleyball vs Carroll University

Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Williams Fieldhouse

Welcome to Bo Ryan Court for Pioneer Women's Volleyball! It's Yell Night!Scream, cheer, and work as a team to compete in this year's Yell Night Homecoming Event! Points are based on the loudest, most spirited, enthusiastic and creative groups as well as those who demonstrate excellent sportsmanlike conduct. Doors open one hour prior to game time. Tickets $10 for adults...

Pioneer Women's Volleyball vs Carroll University

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Homecoming: Yell Night

Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Bo Ryan Court, Williams Fieldhouse

Featured | Homecoming | Students | UW-Platteville

Scream, cheer, and work as a team to compete in this year's Yell Night Homecoming Event! Points are based on the loudest, most spirited, enthusiastic and creative groups as well as those who demonstrate excellent sportsmanlike conduct. Women's Volleyball will be taking on Carroll University and they need you to yell and cheer them on!

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The Laramie Project

Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...

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08

National Depression Screening Day (Observed)

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am | Royce Hall Room 220

Featured | Health & Wellness | Students | UW-Platteville

National Depression Screening Day (Observed)

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National Depression Screening Day (Observed)

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Mining Room in the Markee Pioneer Student Center

Featured | Health & Wellness | Students | UW-Platteville

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National Depression Screening Day (Observed)

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Doyle Center

Featured | Health & Wellness | Students | UW-Platteville

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National Depression Screening Day (Observed)

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Royce Hall Room 220

Featured | Health & Wellness | Students | UW-Platteville

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The Laramie Project

Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...

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Fast Lane Fest

Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Pioneer Crossing, The Markee

Featured | Community | Homecoming | Students | UW-Platteville

Rev up your Homecoming celebration at Fast Lane Fest! Join us for an evening of competition, creativity, and Pioneer pride. Test your driving skills in a Gran Turismo video game tournament, make your own Homecoming-themed iron patch craft, capture the memories at the photobooth, and enjoy some cheesy goodness with cheese fries. The festivities will also include the Homecoming Royalty...

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The Laramie Project

Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...

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Homecoming Parade

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 10:00 am - 11:00 am | Main Street

Join us for the spectacular annual Homecoming Parade on Saturday, October 10, 2026! Located on Main Street and running between Hickory Street and Virgin Avenue, this vibrant event is a highlight of Homecoming weekend. Rain or shine, the parade will march on, only pausing for lightning or a tornado. Don't miss out on the floats, bands, and community spirit that...

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Homecoming: Luncheon

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Ullsvik Hall - Patio

Join us for the Homecoming Luncheon on Saturday, October 10, 2026! Located on the Ullsvik Hall South Patio. Rain location inside Ullsvik Hall. Pioneer Merchandise available ($), customized hats ($), bounce house course, coloring pages, football goal posts, sidewalk chalk, facing painting, prize drawings, Culver's Ice Cream, The Wundos, and a lot of Pioneer Pride . Festivities begin right after...

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Pioneer Football vs UW-Eau Claire

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium

Welcome to the Ralph E Davis Pioneer Stadium for Pioneer Football! Today is Homecoming! Be sure to watch the amazing Marching Pioneers perform the halftime show!

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Pioneer Women's Soccer vs UW-River Falls

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium

Welcome to the Ralph E. Davis Pioneer Stadium for Pioneer Women's Soccer! Gates open one hour prior to game time. Tickets $10 for adults $8 for seniors (62 and older) $5 for youth (age 5-17) Free for children 4 and under + UW-Platteville students with valid ID Confirmation emails contain your tickets with QR code. Please print at home or...

Pioneer Women's Soccer vs UW-River Falls

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The Laramie Project

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...

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Homecoming: Lighting of the M

Sat, Oct 10, 2026 | 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Platte Mound M

Join us for the yearly tradition of the Lighting of the M for the conclusion of Homecoming week! At 8:30 p.m. the Homecoming Fireworks display will kick off! You won't want to miss this!

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The Laramie Project

Sun, Oct 11, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Theatre, Center for the Arts

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body - battered, bloody, barely clinging to life - was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and...

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Indigenous Peoples' Day Lecture

Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Harry and Laura Nohr Gallery - Ulsvik Hall

Indigenous Peoples' Day Lecture: Indigenous Leadership and Innovation for the 21st Century. Presented by Mike Dockry, (Ph.D.) Associate Professor, Forest Resources, University of Minnesota.

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Microtunneling in Practice: Precision Crossings Beneath Rivers, Railroads, Highways, and Lakes

Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Sesquicentennial Hall - Room 350

Join us for the fall Engineering Seminar Series as Shane McFadden, P.E., Engineering & Construction Innovations, Inc. (ECI), presents Microtunneling in Practice: Precision Crossings Beneath Rivers, Railroads, Highways, and Lakes. Some of the most difficult utility crossings in civil infrastructure sit beneath features that cannot be disturbed: a navigable river, an active rail line, an interstate, or a lake that...

Microtunneling in Practice: Precision Crossings Beneath Rivers, Railroads, Highways, and Lakes

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Band Extravaganza

Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts

Come enjoy a night of wonderful music with our Pioneer bands! Tickets $10 for adults $5 UW-Platteville students free for youth under 18

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Construction Career Day

Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Velzy Commons, Ullsvik Hall

The 8th Annual Construction Career Day gives students exposure to the different career opportunities within the construction industry. Students will experience hands-on activities, and the opportunity to network with construction professionals and UW-Platteville faculty, students, and alumni. Students will also be given the opportunity to experience what a real construction site is like. The event is geared towards 9th-12th grade...

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