The Ultimate Lincoln University Homecoming Guide
There's nothing quite like Homecoming at an HBCU — and Lincoln University does it right. Part family reunion, part block party, part pep rally, Homecoming on The Yard is where alumni who haven't seen each other in years pick up like no time passed at all.
The heartbeat: Lions football
Homecoming centers on the gridiron. Lincoln competes in NCAA Division II as a member of the CIAA — the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. Check the official athletics schedule at lulions.com for this year's Homecoming game date and opponent, then plan your weekend around kickoff.
The culture: the band, the yard, the Greeks
At an HBCU, the game is only half the show. Lincoln's vibrant Greek culture — the Divine Nine fraternities and sororities — brings strolls, probates, and step traditions, while the marching and pep bands keep the day moving. If you've never seen an HBCU Homecoming up close, this is the moment to understand why they're legendary.
The reunions
Homecoming is when the classes come back. If your class is celebrating a milestone, reach out to the National Alumni Association to find your crew.
What to wear
The unwritten rule of HBCU Homecoming: you do not show up plain. Orange & Blue from head to toe, fresh fits, and a hoodie for when the evening cools down:
- A premium Lincoln hoodie or crewneck for the tailgate
- A vintage-style tee that looks like you've repped Lincoln for decades
- A clean cap to top it off
Build your Homecoming fit before you hit campus — you'll be in a lot of photos.
Lincoln made. Lincoln proud.
Sources
- Lincoln University official site. lincoln.edu
- Lincoln University Athletics, 2026 Football Schedule. lulions.com
- National Pan-Hellenic Council (the Divine Nine). en.wikipedia.org
- National Alumni Association of Lincoln University, PA. aalupa.org