Homecoming Weekend – September 18-20, 2026
Homecoming 2026: 25 Years of Excellence
Join us in Bremen from September 18–20, 2026, for a historic milestone. This year’s Homecoming serves as the centerpiece of Constructor’s 25th Anniversary, marking our journey from former military barracks to a thriving international hub.
When: Homecoming starts Friday September 18, 2026 at 12:00
Where: on campus
When
Friday, September 18, 2026
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Ticket sale is open!
Ticket prices:
- Alumni Association Member – €149.99
- Alumni Association Non-Member – €199.99
- Young Alumni (Classes of 2021–2026) – €99.99
- Duckling (kid) Ticket – €9.99
Young Alumni and Alumni Association Members Discounts
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Agenda
Friday, 18 September 2026
- Open Lectures – all day, various locations – (full schedule to be announced ~1 week before Homecoming)
Want to turn back time to your student days? Sit in on a class, revisit a favorite professor, or simply experience campus life again. - Alumni Lounge – all day, Conference Room
Grab some refreshments and take some time to relax, unwind, or get some work done before the festivities get underway. - Welcome Desk – 12:00 – 20:00, IRC
Stop by to check in, pick up your name badge and wristband, grab your welcome bag, catch up with us, and get any information you need throughout the day. - Kaffee und Kuchen – 15:00 – 17:00, Conference Room
Take a break and enjoy this traditional German afternoon treat while connecting with fellow alumni. Also, a little homework for you: yearbooks will be available. Find your name and photo, sign near it, and leave a trace so we know you were here! - Campus Tours – 16:00, Meet in Foyer
Join guided tours of the campus and see what has changed since your time here. The campus remains familiar, but you might notice little details you didn’t before! - Alumni Awards and Wisdom Across the Eras - 17:30, DForge (4th Floor IRC)
First we will announce and honor the 2026 Alumni Award recipients. The awards serve as a precursor to our networking event where students and alumni can exchange knowledge, ideas, and experiences on a diverse range of topics. The learning goes both ways as students are happy to share their perspectives with the alumni. - Dinner – 19:00 – 20:00, Servery
- JET LAG – 20:00 – 21:00, Live Alumni Rock Band Performance
Get ready for a special comeback! JET LAG, the first rock band ever formed on campus, will reunite for a live performance during Homecoming. Originally formed by alumni in 2002, the band later released an album and toured together. Now, more than 20 years later, they’re coming back to campus for a special reunion performance.
Who is JET LAG? - Chill at TOS – 20:00 – 23:49, The Other Side
Not in the rock show? No problem. The bar is open all evening. Grab a drink, kick back with old friends, and catch up at your own pace.
Saturday, 19 September 2026
- Beyond the Pond Breakfast – 10:00 – 11:15, Conference Room
Start the day with a light breakfast and conversation. At 11:00 meet the Alumni Office will provide a snapshot into the day and hat to expect - Open Campus – 11:00 – 17:00, All Campus
Explore campus and discover what’s happening today, from the student fair and open labs to meeting the Dean and joining sports activities. For more details: Open Campus Day 2026. - Alumni Path Opening – 11:30 – 11:45, Alumni Path
Join the alumni community as we officially open the upgraded Alumni Path. - Group Photo – Following Alumni Path Opening (approximately 12:00), Terrace Steps
The traditional Homecoming group photo, including reunion classes. - Food Trucks – 12:00 – 15:00, Across Campus
As part of the Open Campus, alumni will have a selection of tasty offerings - From Pioneers to Possibilities: 25 Years and Beyond — 12:30-13:45, Conference Hall
Join a discussion on the history and future of the university, featuring President Novoselov, Prof. Klaudia Brix, and other guests. Hosted by AA President Judith Michels (2005). The event will start with a keynote from Chief Constructor Dr. Serg Bell. - Exhibition Tour – TBD, Community Hall
Join an exclusive 30-minute exhibition tour for alumni. - Football Match – 14:30–16:30, Football Fields
Get ready for some friendly competition as students, staff, and alumni come together for a special football match. Registration is required so we can organize the teams: Constructor University 25th Anniversary - Staff & Alumni Football Game. Showers will be available after the game. Please bring your own towel and shower essentials. For questions about the football match, please contact Basset at aboudjerda@constructor.university. - 25th Anniversary Gala – 18:30 – 20:05, SCC
Celebrate 25 years of Constructor University at the Anniversary Gala, culminating with fireworks above campus. - Alumni Gala Dinner – 20:30 – 22:30, East Wing
The highlight of Homecoming weekend! We honor the newest Alumni Scholarship recipients while looking toward the future and raising money for the Alumni Scholarship Fund. - After Party – 22:30 – 02:00, TOS
Remember those epic student nights at TOS? Relive the good old days with alumni and current students, featuring curated music inspired by your time on campus.
Sunday, 20 September 2026
- Brunch, 10:00-12:00, Conference Room
End your weekend with a relaxing brunch with your fellow alumni - General Assembly, 12:00-13:30, online
The official annual business meeting for the Beyond the Pond Alumni Association. Meeting information was sent by the Alumni Board to members of the association. For further information, contact the AA at support@jacobs-alumni.de.
What to Expect
Homecoming is our premier yearly celebration of our alumni community – a time to reconnect with classmates and to rediscover your alma mater. Alumni from all graduation years and degree programs are invited to attend and share in memories. In 2026 we will be celebrating the reunion classes of 2006, 2011, 2016, and 2021. As we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the university alumni can look forward to the following:
- Alumni Legacy Updates: We are enhancing the alumni presence on campus with new signage on the Alumni Brick Path and a dedicated Alumni Section in the Community Hall.
- A Quarter-Century Retrospective: A curated historical exhibit in the Community Hall
- 25 year Anniversary Book: A commemorative look at our legacy and growth
- Feature Documentary: A celebration of our history featuring key people and witnesses to history
Hotels Offering Constructor University Corporate Rates
Visitors to Constructor University can benefit from exclusive corporate rates at our partner hotels.
- ACHAT Hotel Bremen City
Email: bremen@achat-hotels.com - ATLANTIC Grand Hotel Bremen
Email: reservierung.ahb@atlantic-hotels.de
Phone: +49 421 62062-557
Corporate Rates
Special rates for Constructor University guests are available at all partner hotels and include breakfast and VAT. Please mention "Constructor University" when making your reservation.
Looking Back at Homecoming 2025
Constructor University welcomed back around 120 alumni and guests for three days of reconnection, memories, and celebration under the motto “Undo the Adulthood.”
