Celebrate

Be sure to check out our schedule of events below. We look forward to celebrating with everyone!

Friday, September 30

6 - 7:15 p.m.
Homecoming parade: You can march with your chapter or watch the parade!

7 - 9 p.m.
NPHC/Black Alumni Society Reception: Join us for appetizers and desserts, music and mingling with fellow Buckeyes and community members. (Tom Davis Event Gymnasium in the Recreational and Physical Activity Center, 337 Annie and John Glenn Avenue) 

Saturday, October 1
11 a.m.
NPHC Plaza Dedication and Unveiling: Be a part of this historic event as we officially dedicate Ohio State’s NPHC Plaza (Behind Hale Hall, 154 W. 12th Avenue)

Noon - 2:30 p.m.

African American Heritage Festival Committee / NPHC / Black Alumni Society Tailgate: Join students and alumni in a community tailgate on the South Oval and near the NPHC Plaza, where you can share your Buckeye spirit and get ready for an Ohio State victory.

3:30 p.m.
Ohio State vs. Rutgers Football Game: Cheer the Buckeyes on to victory! A limited number of discounted tickets ($60/ticket; can purchase up to 10 for groups) are available while supplies last! (Ohio Stadium)

To reserve your space in the celebration, please register for you and your guests using the link below. We encourage you to register as soon as possible; registration will close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, August 26. Confirmation emails will be sent the first or second week of September. If you have questions in the meantime, please email nphcplaza@osu.edu.

go.osu.edu/nphcdedication

We look forward to seeing you on campus for this truly extraordinary moment in the history of the NPHC at The Ohio State University!