Alyssa Bennett
Homecoming is the one weekend I never miss. Walking back onto campus by the lake and finding my old teammates — it's like no time has passed at all.
On the Calendar
Featured Events
From the biggest weekend of the year to intimate gatherings in your own city, there's always a reason to reconnect with fellow Beavers.
Oct 17–19, 2026
Homecoming Weekend
Return to Storm Lake for a weekend of tailgates, reunions, and Beaver tradition by the lake.
Apr 25, 2026
Beaver Ball
Our signature black-tie evening of community, recognition, and support for student scholarships.
Ongoing • 2026
Regional Alumni Gatherings
Casual meetups in cities nationwide — happy hours, game watches, and family-friendly outings.
Quarterly
Networking Nights
Grow your professional circle with industry mixers, mentorship matchups, and career panels.
Monthly • Online
Virtual Experiences
Join faculty talks, book clubs, and live Beaver chats from anywhere in the world.
Jun 12–13, 2026
Reunion Weekends
Milestone class reunions bring beloved eras of Beavers back together to celebrate and remember.
Find Your People
Alumni Chapters
Beaver chapters bring alumni together close to home. Find your regional community, show up to local events, and stay connected wherever life takes you.
Iowa
Des Moines
The largest chapter in the state — monthly meetups, service days, and game watch parties.
Minnesota
Twin Cities
Minneapolis–St. Paul Beavers connect through happy hours, networking, and family events.
Nebraska / Iowa
Omaha–Council Bluffs
A cross-river community of Beavers gathering for tailgates, mixers, and volunteer projects.
Colorado
Denver
Mountain-region Beavers meet for hikes, brewery nights, and career networking events.
Illinois
Chicago
A vibrant metro chapter focused on professional networking and young-alumni connections.
Arizona
Phoenix
Desert Beavers gather for winter socials, snowbird reunions, and Spring Training meetups.
Start or Lead a Chapter
Don't see a chapter in your area? Beaver communities start with one person ready to bring people together. We'll give you the playbook, support, and connections to get your local chapter off the ground.
By the Numbers
75+
Events Each Year
12
Regional Chapters
29,000+
Alumni Invited
5,000+
Attendees Annually
What Beavers Say
Testimonials
Beavers keep coming back — for the people, the traditions, and the feeling of being home no matter how far they've traveled.
Marcus Reed
Our Denver chapter is how I built my whole professional network out here. I landed a job through a Beaver I met at a networking night.
Priya Sharma
Even living overseas, the virtual experiences keep me connected. A monthly Beaver book club is the best part of my calendar.
Don't Miss the Next Gathering
Find an event, join your chapter, and keep your Beaver connection going strong.