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2026 Homecoming Celebration on a gold background

February 20, 2026


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Alumni Awards and Hall of Fame Dinner

The Resort at Glade Springs

Reception startingĀ at 6 pm with dinners beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Join alumni and faculty honored for their contributions and accomplishments as a Golden Bear. The Alumni Awards and Hall of Fame Dinner bring athletes, innovators, industry-leaders, and WVU Tech faculty to the Resort at Glade Springs to celebrate Golden Bear excellence and achievements.

Meet our Alumni Award Winners Get your banquet tickets

February 21, 2026

A basketball

Indiana University - East vsĀ WVU Tech

Women tip off at 3:30Ā pm | MenĀ tip off at 5:30Ā pm
Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center

The Golden Bear men's and women's basketball teams will face off against Indiana University - EastĀ in an exciting doubleheader. Cheer on your Golden Bears as they defend their home court in a night of high-energy hoops!

A soda, hot dog and mustard bottle

Homecoming Tailgate

2:00 pm - 4:00Ā pm at theĀ Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center

An event for the whole family! Celebrate WVU Tech Homecoming with inflatables, face painting, games, giveaways, and free food.

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Golden Bear Royalty Crowning

Beckley Raleigh County Convention Center during the IU-EastĀ vs WVU Tech game.

Every year, students at WVU Tech honor two peers by voting to add their names to the list of Golden Bear royalty. These individuals are part of organizations or athletic teams and are voted for by the student body.

Make a nomination
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Golden Bear Homecoming Dance

9:30 - 11:30Ā pm in the Carter Hall Auditorium

WVU Tech students will dance the night away under the lights!Ā Come dressed to impress.