October 15, 2025
Paige Haehlke
Homecoming and Reunion Weekend brings the Forester Family together
Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11 marked our 2025 Homecoming and Reunion Weekend, which was a fantastic celebration of the College! Thank you to the more than 1,100 people who registered and made it an unforgettable weekend.
We basked in the light of the traditional bonfire, witnessed our Forester Football team beat Beloit College in a 59-0 victory, indulged in Fan Fest’s treats and games, and celebrated milestone reunions for the Classes of 1975, 1985, 2000, 2015, and 2020.
Other highlights from the weekend include:
- Forester Pep Rally
- PROJECT 2026/The Future Alumni Art Exhibit Opening and President’s Welcome Reception
- "All You Need Is Love” Concert by the Department of Music
- Lake Forest College: Becoming an AI Savvy Campus with President Mike Sosulski and Lake Forest College faculty
- Exploring the Archives featuring past Homecoming memorabilia
- Women's Volleyball vs. Illinois Institute of Technology
- Recognizing the achievements of our newly inducted Athletic Hall of Fame members: Sally Bevis '07 (Women's Hockey), Lisa Nassin '10 (Women's Basketball), Melika Celebic '13 (Women's Tennis), and John Adams '13 (Men's Tennis)
- Celebrating the 2025 Forester Impact Award recipient, Ed Packel
- Honoring the Athletic Championship Reunion Teams: 1974-75 Men's Soccer, 1999-2000 Men's Basketball, 1999-2000 Women's Basketball, 2014-15 Men's Swimming and Diving, and 2014-15 Softball
View select photos from the annual celebration.