October 14-20, 2024

The University of Louisville Black Alumni Summit will welcome alumni back to Louisville to celebrate with friends, reconnect with fellow classmates, connect with current students and enjoy an event lineup filled with networking, community service, music, great food, and endless Cardinal Pride!


Registration

Deadline to register: Tuesday, October 1

Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Airport

130 Central Avenue
Louisville, KY 40209

A hotel room block is available at Homewood Suites Louisville Airport. The hotel is off I-65, across the street from Cardinal Stadium and the University of Louisville. KY Expo Center and Churchill Downs are a five-minute walk. For reservations, please call (502) 380-1990 and mention "UofL Black Alumni Summit" to receive our special discounted rate. You can also reserve your room online by visiting our direct booking link below. Room reservations must be made no later than September 26 to guarantee our discounted rate.

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AC Hotel Louisville Downtown

727 East Market Street
Louisville, KY 40202

A hotel room block is available at the AC Hotel Louisville Downtown. The hotel is located in NuLu, the East Market District of Downtown, known for its unique art galleries, specialty stores, antique shops, and restaurant scene. For reservations, please call (502) 568-6880 and mention "UofL Black Alumni Summit" to receive our special discounted rate. You can also reserve your room online by visiting our direct booking link below. Room reservations must be made no later than October 3 to guarantee our discounted rate.

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Schedule of Events

Tuesday, October 15

Love the Hungry

5-6:30 p.m.
University of Louisville Red Barn | 2011 S. Brook St. Walk, Louisville, KY 40208

Join current students and alumni as they work together to pack meals alongside the local non-profit, Love The Hungry. Love the Hungry is an organization with a hands-on mission to provide nourishing meals to children and families vulnerable to hunger and malnutrition. Registrants are welcome to drop in at anytime to assist in packing meals. This event is hosted by the Society of Porter Scholars.

Cost: Complimentary*

*Registration required

Wednesday, October 16

Alumni-Student Networking Mixer

6-8 p.m.
University of Louisville Red Barn | 2011 S. Brook St. Walk, Louisville, KY 40208

Students and alumni are invited to our Black Alumni Summit Networking Mixer. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and share their experiences, wisdom, and advice with current students as well as each other. All registrants will enjoy complimentary appetizers. 

Cost: Complimentary*

*Registration required

Thursday, October 17

State of Black UofL

6:00-7:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom

Join us as we explore the evolution of the Black experience at the University of Louisville and celebrate Black identity and agency through a moderated panel.  

Cost: Complimentary*

Registration required

Friday, October 18

Belknap Campus Tour and Health Science Campus Tour

10 a.m. and 1 p.m. (Belknap Campus); 11 a.m. (Health Science Campus)
Belknap Campus and Health Sciences Campus

A lot is changing on campus — with new buildings and inviting common spaces that are making UofL an even better place to learn, work, and invest. We invite you to take a tour of the Belknap Campus and/or the Health Science Campus. Tours will be led by current students from each respective campus. 

The Belknap Campus Tour will start at the University Club and Alumni Center (200 E Brandeis Ave, Louisville, KY 40208) and the HSC Campus Tour will begin in front of the School of Medicine (500 S Preston St, Louisville, KY 40202). Please note, the tours are walking tours. If accommodations are needed, please indicate on your registration form.

Cost: Complimentary*

Registration required

2024 Cardinal Reunion Day Party

5-9 p.m.
Trouble Bar | 1149 S Shelby St, Louisville, KY 40203

Come socialize and connect with fellow Cardinals during this signature homecoming event, presented by Louisville Alumni! We look forward to gathering the Cardinal family to reminisce, reconnect, and party the night away. All registrants will enjoy complimentary appetizers and your first drink on us.

On-street metered parking is available. Parking at metered spaces is free after 6 p.m. Additionally, parking is also available at nearby parking garage.

Cost: Complimentary

Registration required

2024 NPHC Stepshow

7 p.m.
Louisville Memorial Auditorium | 970 S 4th St., Louisville, KY 40203

UofL’s NPHC is proud to present a tradition of excellence that spans for 31 years at the University of Louisville. Join UofL's National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) for one of the most exciting yearly events of the homecoming season. Come watch UofL’s NPHC fraternities and sororities battle it out on the stage. This event is hosted by UofL's National Pan-Hellenic Council. Pre-sale tickets are now on sale, support your favorite D9 organization by purchasing a ticket.

Saturday, October 19

2023 Homecoming Tailgate

Time: 3 hours before kick off
Card March, Bronze Lot Cardinal Stadium | 2800 S. Floyd St., Louisville, KY 40209

Tailgate with your fellow alumni during the Black Alumni Summit Homecoming tailgate. For parking options, please click here

Cost: Complimentary to attend, $20 for buffet option*

Registration required to attend, buffet add-on required at time of registration

2024 Homecoming Football Game: UofL vs. Miami

Time: TBA
L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium | 2800 S. Floyd St., Louisville, KY 40209

Join us for the homecoming football game at the Louisville Cardinals take on the Miami Hurricanes.

Cost: TBA

 


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