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Homecoming 2023

Homecoming Schedule 2023
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Homecoming is a time of annual celebration among current students and alumni and friends as everyone gathers on campus.

Homecoming will be celebrated during the weekend of October 9-14, 2023. The theme is “West Virginia"Ìýand is about all things Mountain State. Student organizations will base their floats, banners, and other activities around this theme.

This year, members of ÏãåúÖ±²¥ State's 1973 and 1993 national runner-up football teams will be our special homecoming honorees. We hope that everyone can join us in celebrating these two outstanding teams.

Additionally, former members of the Pioneer Marching Band are again invited to participate in this year’s Alumni Band. Returning members can register at the Fine Arts Center at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning, will march through the parade playing the GSU fight song, will be special guests at the alumni tailgate at Morris Stadium, and will be recognized and play the fight song during the homecoming pregame show. ; contact Jason.Barr@glenville.edu or Lloyd.Bone@glenville.eduÌýfor additional information.

Alumni members of returning Greek organizations Lambda Chi Alpha, Theta Xi, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Sigma Sigma Sigma, and Delta Zeta will be holding tailgate reunions before the game. The groups will have special sections under the tailgate tent in close proximity to the larger alumni tent in which to visit and reminisce on Saturday.

Kickoff between the ÏãåúÖ±²¥ State Pioneers and the Wheeling University Cardinals happens at 1:30 p.m.

All alumni and friends are encouraged to make plans to come back to ÏãåúÖ±²¥ for this annual celebration. For questions or more information, contact GSU’s Office of Alumni Relations by calling (304) 462-6116.

For information about the Fall Open House happening on Saturday, October 14, please click here.

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GSU Campus/Student Homecoming Information and Forms

Homecoming Parade

Parade Entry Competition

  1. The Homecoming Parade starts at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023Ìýand everyone should be in the line-up (on College Street) no later than 9:30 a.m. Once you arrive at registration (North Entrance of the University), you will be instructed on where to line up for the parade.
  2. Decorated Vehicles and Floats should reflect the Homecoming 2023Ìýtheme: "West Virginia"
  3. Registration forms (see link below) must be submitted by Wednesday, October 11, 2023Ìýby 3:00 p.m.
  4. Decorated Vehicles and Floats will be judged based on originality, theme, and overall appearance. Violation of Copyright Laws is prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification (i.e. cartoon characters, product logos, etc.).
  5. Decorated Vehicles and Floats must participate in the Homecoming parade on Saturday, October 14, 2023; judging will be conducted at this time. The winner(s) will be announced at the Homecoming football game.
  6. Only current, active members of an organization may participate on behalf of that organization.

Homecoming Royalty & Court

Homecoming Court

The ÏãåúÖ±²¥ Homecoming Court is comprised of up to ten members: two representatives from the freshman class, two representatives from the sophomore class, two representatives from the junior class, and four representatives from the senior class. The top two vote getters in the senior class will be named Homecoming Royalty.

Homecoming Royalty & Court Nomination Requirements:

  • Be enrolled in or have completed 12 credit hours
  • A full-time student
  • Have a GPA of at least 2.0
  • Meet the hour requirement for your class rank:
    • Freshman 0-30 hours
    • Sophomore 31-60 hours
    • Junior 61-90 hours
    • Senior 91+ hours
  • Have the biographical information form completed (see link below) by Thursday, September 21 at 3:00 p.m.
  • Able to attend the Homecoming Royalty & Court Meeting/Coronation Practice on Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the Luanna Smith Amphitheater.

Rules for Campaigning and Homecoming Royalty & Court:

  • Every member of the student body is entitled to one vote.
  • All candidates mayÌýmake and display personal flyers. Student organizations may also choose to advertise for all candidates who are members of their organization on an organization flyer. (See guidelines provided by the Office of Student Life for more information).
  • Write-in candidates will not be accepted.
  • If you or the organization that gave you the nomination are caught taking down or destroying other candidate’s flyers, decorations, etc. you will be immediately disqualified from all Homecoming Activities.

Election Dates and Times:

Voting will take place on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 and Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Additional election information will be forthcoming from SGA.

Homecoming Banner Competition

Banner Competition Rules

  1. A full-size sheet or canvas is recommended for banners to allow for easy display. Waterproof ink or paint is advisable to prevent damage from inclement weather and/or other elements.
  2. Banners should reflect the 2023 Homecoming Theme: "West Virginia."ÌýCompleted banners must be turned into the Office of Student Life by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 6, 2023. Registration forms (see link below) must also be turned in by 3:00 p.m. on October 6.
  3. Completed banners must be approved by the Student Life before they can be displayed. (Banners must be COMPLETELY DRY before approval)
  4. Each organizational banner will be hung Monday, October 9, 2023 so they can be displayed for the entire week of Homecoming. Physical Plant will hang all approved banners.
  5. If organization members choose to make a banner, their banner must be carried or visible on the Student Organization’s float/decorated vehicle in the Homecoming Parade on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Additionally, all organizations are encouraged to take their banner to I.L & Sue Morris Stadium following the parade to display at the Homecoming game or during tailgating.
  6. Banners will be judged based on originality, theme, and overall appearance. Violation of Copyright Laws is prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification (i.e. cartoon characters, product logos, etc).
  7. Winning banners will be announced at the Pep Rally on Friday, October 13, 2023.

Homecoming Chili Cook-Off Competition

The Chili Cook-Off will begin at 5:00 p.m. followed by the Pep Rally at 7:00 p.m. These two events willÌýbe held together on Friday, October 13 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The Student Government Association wouldÌýlike to invite students and campus organizations to participate in the Chili Cook-Off.

Rules for the Chili Cook-Off:

  1. All entry forms for the Chili Cook-Off (see link below) are due by Wednesday, October 11, 2023.
  2. Teams may begin to set up on Friday, October 13, 2023 (setup begins at 4:30 p.m.; event begins at 5:00 p.m. on Clark Hall Lawn).
  3. The Student Government Association and ÏãåúÖ±²¥ will provide tables, water, crackers, cups, and spoons.
  4. Each participant must have a minimum of one (1) gallon and maximum of three (3) gallons of chili. Each participating chili booth must maintain proper temperature by using a slow cooker, chafing dish, or another warming device. Thermometer inspections will be taken periodically to ensure that the chili is at the appropriate temperature.
  5. In order to show your school spirit we ask that all participants in the Chili Cook-Off wear ÏãåúÖ±²¥ apparel or shirts representing their organization.
  6. Groups should bring an extension cord if they plan to use a slow cooker or other appliance to heat their chili. It is the responsibility of the participating group or individual to clean up their area before leaving the event.

Judging:

  1. There will be two judging portions of the contest, a panel of three judges, and a popular vote in which attendees will decide the winner.
  2. All attendees of the Chili Cook-Off will be given three tickets. These three tickets can be given to the attendees' three favorite chili entries.
  3. Judging will begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 6:30 p.m. before the Pep Rally starts.
  4. All winners will be announced at the Pep Rally.

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Community Homecoming Parade Entry Information and Form

Homecoming Parade

Parade Entries

  1. The Homecoming Parade starts at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 14, 2023Ìýand everyone should be in the line-up (on College Street) no later than 9:30 a.m. Once you arrive at registration (North Entrance of the University), you will be instructed on where to line up for the parade.
  2. Registration forms (see link below) must be submitted by Wednesday, October 11, 2023Ìýby 3:00 p.m.
  3. For more information about GSU's Homecoming Parade, contact Conner.Ferguson@glenville.edu or call (304) 462-6416.