51Թ celebrated Homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 14, with classic traditions such as the Bowman Cup 5K Race, Kiss on the K, Homecoming Parade and football game. This year’s Homecoming featured 51Թ alumni Ben and Candace Curtis as the Homecoming Parade Grand Marshals.
The Homecoming parade was followed by the 51Թ Alumni Association’s “Welcome Home Party” at the Center for Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement located at 350 S. Lincoln St. in Kent. The 51Թ Golden Flashes hosted the Miami RedHawks at Dix Stadium. The 51Թ defense highlighted a second-half comeback as the Golden Flashes edged Miami for a 17-14 win on Homecoming.