Events for Parents and Families
Volunteer or connect with other Saint Louis University Billiken Family Network (BFN) members at events at SLU throughout the year.
BFN Trivia Night and Silent Auction
The 17th annual Trivia Night and Silent Auction is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026. This year's theme is "Explore SLU," and this event will be included in our inaugural weekend events called Billiken Days: Explore, Engage, Enjoy!
All funds raised in the past for this event directly supported vital student initiatives, including programs focused on food insecurity, health and well-being. Come for trivia, participate and play for a cause!
FAQs
One of Trivia Night’s most popular traditions! Teams decorate their tables to show off their creativity and Candyland spirit. Bragging rights are always fun—but there’s also a prize!
- To participate, one team member must purchase a Play Pass during registration
Best-Decorated Table Prize: $100
This is a cashless event. All drink tickets will have to be purchased online.
- Beer and wine will be available for purchase
- Soda and water are complementary
- In-person guests are encouraged to bring food to share at their tables
We are fundraising for a great cause: to support SLU student initiatives and in support of Billiken Families.
- The Silent Auction starts March 23. There will be auction items to bid on starting the week before Trivia Night. You can bid on these online, regardless of whether you plan to come in person for Trivia Night.
- The Silent Auction closes at 8:30 p.m. on March 28 during Trivia Night. Participants can place bids throughout the day and during the event.
Participants may purchase Add-Ons:
- Mulligans (used as a “free answer” during a round; limit one per round)
- Play Passes (required for games between rounds and to enter the Table Decorating Contest)
Participants can win lots of prizes:
- 1st Place Trivia Team: $250
- Best Table Decoration: $100
- 50/50 Raffle: One person wins 50% of total ticket sales
- Prizes will be given for the games played between the rounds
- Cash prize will not be received on the night of the event.
Make an impact from anywhere! Donate to your regional fund today and directly support students through the Billiken Family Network initiatives.
We welcome donations! If you own a business, represent an organization, or have a creative idea, we would greatly appreciate your support.
- Please email bpfa@slu.edu to coordinate item donations.
- Donation deadline: Feb. 28. Items received after this date will be used for the 2027 event or as BFN sees fit
Billiken Days
Welcome, Billiken families, students, and loved ones, to our inaugural weekend of fun activities, programs, and events, where we are celebrating both the STL community and the university! This weekend of March 27-29 will include the Trivia Night/Silent Auction. Some of the programs and activities that both families and their Billikens can look forward to are:
Friday, March 27: Explore: Billiken families, this is your day STL with your student, visiting all of the FREE museums in the STL area.
Saturday, March 28: Engage: Billiken families, for this day, you get the opportunity to participate and learn more about the SLU community, enriching history with your students.
Sunday, March 29: Enjoy: STL is known for its diverse and flavorful food and restaurants. We will share some wonderful eateries surrounding our community that are sure to enhance your palette.
Have questions or need assistance? We’re here to help—please contact us at bpfa@slu.edu.
Interested in volunteering? Visit our sign-up form to explore available opportunities, learn more about the different roles, and find the best way to get involved.
SLU 101
Incoming students and families will transition into Billikens during SLU's student and family orientation. BFN members engage with incoming families both at the resource fair and during orientation activities.
Fall Welcome Family Hospitality Headquarters
Along with campus partners, the BFN welcomes all incoming families and assists in their transition to SLU. Find tables with BFN representatives and those from other departments at the hospitality headquarters, along with giveaways, refreshments, beverages, and a space to relax during their move-in process.
Programs are also instituted for high-touch students, first-generation students, students of color, and identity-based organizations.
Homecoming and Family Weekend
Homecoming and Family Weekend is a combined weekend to celebrate both SLU alumni and current Billiken families. This is an event for Billiken parents and family members — whether they graduated from SLU or not — to join students on campus for several days of fun.
The purpose of this joint weekend:
- For current families to visit their students on campus for the weekend
- For alumni to commemorate and celebrate their time here at Saint Louis University
- For families to experience Saint Louis University through their students' eyes
- And so much more
The schedule typically includes a movie on the Quad, faculty presentations, campus tours, a service project, a Billikens soccer game, and fireworks.
Visit the Homecoming and Family Weekend page for more information.
Career Expo
The Career Expo is an annual event that provides students with hundreds of opportunities to meet possible employers without having to leave campus. BFN aids students with their confidence before meeting employers.
Examples of duties for the Career Expo include: giving mints or refreshments to students, allowing students to fix their hair in a mirror before meeting employers, providing professional photos for students, helping with check-in students to the expo, and offering encouragement to students through the process.
Wellness Days
The University's designated wellness days are an opportunity for parents on the volunteer committee work at the BFN table and help promote well-being and wellness activities across campus to students. Examples include handing out self-care bags to students, creating a safe space for students on campus or hosting a wellness event.
Graduation Table
The BFN celebrates SLU's graduates during their ceremonies by giving out pens to parents and family members that say “Proud of my Billiken” and supporting families who are present.
Volunteer at Welcome and Preview Events
There are numerous events throughout the year — in and outside of St. Louis — that welcome potential students and parents to our Billiken Family. If you are enthusiastic, friendly and interested in helping parents feel secure about their decisions before, during and after their student transitions to SLU, this is the perfect opportunity for you. To get involved, email bpfa@slu.edu or click below to search for volunteer opportunities.
Billiken Family Fan Fest
Typically, each year we invite Billiken families onto campus to socialize at pregame celebrations before attending men's and women's basketball games at Chaifetz Arena. Dates will be announced when available.
For additional questions, email parents@slu.edu.