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Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, MI, USA 48197

University Information: 734.487.1849

EMU Homecoming 2009 - Events Schedule

Pre Homecoming Week Events/Activities

  • Brand My Ride Contest: EMU employees and students are encouraged to place a static EMU-branded decal on their vehicle windows. Participants will be randomly selected to receive prizes, including a Xbox 360 and Rock Band game. Winners will be announced during the third quarter of the Homecoming football game and must be present to win. EMU decals are available at various main campus locations. Contact Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or 734.487.1411 for more information.
  • Brand My Door Contest: EMU students living in the residence halls and apartments are encouraged to decorate their door in the 2009 Motown Homecoming theme. Judges will select the best door to receive a prize for each resident. Winners will be announced during the Homecoming football game and must be present to win. Contact Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or 734.487.1411 for more information.
  • Banner Decorating Contest: Express your spirit and creativity. Students living in EMU residence halls and/or members of student organizations are encouraged to pick up blank banners from the front desk of the Center for Student Involvement starting Monday, September 7. All contest entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. Friday, September 25, to the Rec/IM front desk to be eligible for contest prizes. Prizes will be awarded at the Homecoming Pep Rally on Thursday, October 1. For more information, contact the Student Organization for Alumni Relations (SOAR) at emu.soar@emich.edu or call 734.487.0250.
  • Homecoming Court: ''And the winner is…'' The deadline for Homecoming king and queen applications is 1 p.m. Friday, September 25. Applications are available online or at the Campus Life front desk. Voting will end October 1 at 12 p.m. Contact Matt Mortier at mmortier@emich.edu or 734.487.3045 for more information.
  • Friday Night Movie, “Hangover”: September 25, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Student Center Auditorium. Free for EMU students, employees and their families and friends. For more information, call Campus Life at 734.487.3045.

Homecoming Week begins Monday, September 28

 

Events/Activities

Monday, September 28

  • Homecoming court voting: To vote, visit emich.edu/campuselections.
  • Motown Donut Drop: 9 a.m., EMU main campus. Kick off Homecoming Week by ordering Krispy Kreme donuts for your office or department. Homecoming VIPs will deliver the donuts right to your office beginning at 9 a.m. Quantities are limited. All orders must be received by noon Thursday, September 24. Provide your name, phone number, office name, office location and number of staff members. To order, e-mail Cathie McClure at mmcclure@emich.edu. Please make sure only one person per department places the order.
  • Student Government Doughnut Drop: 9 a.m., southwest corner of Pray-Harrold. The Student Relations Committee will be distributing doughnuts on behalf of Student Government to students with EMU pride (while supplies last).
  • Spirit Station: 11a.m. - 1 p.m. Show your EMU spirit. Stop by a spirit station in the Student Center, Rec/IM, Pray-Harrold, Halle Library, Eastern Eateries or at the College of Business to donate a non-perishable food item to the SOS Community Center and to find out more information about the exciting activities taking place during Homecoming Week. For more information, e-mail Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or call 734.487.1411.
  • Monday Matinee, “Hangover”: 4 p.m. in the Student Center Auditorium. Free for EMU students, employees and their families and friends. For more information, call Campus Life at 734.487.3045.

 

Tuesday, September 29

  • Homecoming court voting: To vote, visit emich.edu/campuselections.
  • Homecoming Door/Office Decorating Contest: Decorate your office/department door or office space for the chance to win prizes. Judging begins at 10 a.m. To register your office, contact mary.morris@emich.edu or 734.487.3566 or contact Alumni Relations
    at 734.487.0250, e-mail alumni.relations@emich.edu.
  • Spirit Station: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Show your EMU spirit. Stop by a spirit station in the Student Center, Rec/IM, Pray-Harrold, Halle Library, Eastern Eateries or at the College of Business to donate a non-perishable food item to the SOS Community Center and to find out more information about the exciting activities taking place during Homecoming Week. For more information, e-mail Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or call 734.487.1411.
  • Campus Picnic: President Susan Martin invites all members of the EMU campus community to celebrate the fall semester and welcome newcomers to campus during the annual All-Campus Picnic, Tuesday, September 29, 11:30 - 1 p.m. at the Student Center North Patio. For more information, contact Office of Special Events at 734.487.2360.
  • The Commons Homecoming Dinner: 4-8 p.m., The Commons. Students, faculty and staff are invited to join Dining Services for a meal featuring signature grown and made in Michigan products, karaoke and games. Contact Dining Services at 734.487.0418 for more information.
  • University House Calls: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. EMU administrators visit residents in the freshman center to welcome them to campus.
  • Detroit Tigers Excursion: Sponsored by Campus Life, departure is at 5 p.m. to Comerica Park from the Student Center Information Desk. Tickets to the excursion are $25 for current EMU students and $40 for faculty and staff, which includes transportation, admission to the game and ''fun money" to be used toward game food. Join Campus Life to watch the Detroit Tigers face the Minnesota Twins. For more information or to buy tickets, contact the ticket office at 734.487.2282. For questions about the game, call Campus Life at 734.487.3045.
  • No Limit Texas Hold ’em Poker Tournament: Registration 6:30-7:25 p.m. on the Rec/IM fifth floor. The tournament begins at 7:30 p.m. Entry fee is $6 or $4 with a contribution of two non-perishable food items (cans preferred), which will be donated to the SOS Community Center. Pizza, beverages and prizes will be available. All skill levels are welcome. Seats are limited. For more information, contact Lou Gianino or Michelle Owens at 734.487.1338.

 

Wednesday, September 30

  • Homecoming court voting: Online voting ends at noon. To vote, visit emich.edu/campuselections.
  • Spirit Station: 11a.m. - 1 p.m. Show your EMU spirit. Stop by a spirit station in the Student Center, Rec/IM, Pray-Harrold, Halle Library, Eastern Eateries or at the College of Business to donate a non-perishable food item to the SOS Community Center and to find out more information about the exciting activities taking place during Homecoming Week. For more information, e-mail Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or call 734.487.1411.
  • 9th Annual Staff Alumni Social: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Student Center Ballroom. Enjoy a reception with your fellow EMU alumni and staff. Cost is $5. Bring a non-perishable food item to the event to contribute to the SOS Community Center food drive. Reservations are required. Contact the Office of Alumni Relations at 734.487.0250 for more information or e-mail Ken Ruppel at kruppel@emich.edu to RSVP.

 

Thursday, October 1

  • Campus Green and White Day: Wear your green and white and you may be handed a gift.
  • 3rd Annual Spirit Troops: Throughout the day, EMU students and employees spotted wearing non-EMU college paraphernalia will be given a “ticket” providing them with a coupon to the Rec IM Pro-Shop or the Student Center Bookstore. Those spotted wearing EMU clothing will be given a prize. Sponsored by the Student Organization for Alumni Relations (SOAR). For more information, contact SOAR at emu.soar@emich.edu or the Office of Alumni Relations at 734.487.0250.
  • EMU T-shirt Exchange: 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., northwest corner of Pray-Harrold. Trade in another gently used college or university clothing item for a free EMU T-shirt. Contact Michelle Owens for more information at michelle.owens@emich.edu or 734.487.1338. All donations collected will benefit a local shelter.
  • Student Government Homecoming Station: 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., outside Pray-Harrold near the T-shirt exchange station, sponsored by EMU Student Government. Choose your EMU A-list target at our pie-in-the-face fundraiser benefiting the SOS Community Center. Proceeds benefit the SOS Community Center. Contact Chelsea Martin for more information at cmarti11@emich.edu or 734.487.1470.
  • Spirit Station: 11a.m.-1 p.m. Show your EMU spirit. Stop by a spirit station in the Student Center, Rec/IM, Pray-Harrold, Halle Library, Eastern Eateries or at the College of Business to donate a non-perishable food item to the SOS Community Center and to find out more information about the exciting activities taking place during Homecoming Week. For more information, e-mail Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or call 734.487.1411.
  • Shop Around Block Party: 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Visit the Student Center patio to meet the participating Ypsilanti-area businesses in the Eagle Discount Card Program. Pick up promotional materials and giveaways. Show your EMU identification card and save at these and the other Ypsilanti-area businesses year round. For more information, contact Dave Webster at 734.487.2696 or dwebster2@emich.edu. Visit emich.edu/eagledicount for a list of participating businesses.
  • Pep Rally: 8 p.m., University Park (behind the Rec/IM). Show your school spirit. DJ, 105.9 Kiss FM, cheerleaders, EMU Marching Band, giveaways and prizes. Support your team and find out who are the Homecoming king and queen finalists. Rain or shine. Contact Katie Thompson in Athletics at kthomps2@emich.edu or 734.487.7859 for more information .

 

Friday, October 2

  • Residence Hall Lounge Decorating Contest: Students living in EMU residence halls are encouraged to join their Leadership and Advisory Board (LAB) in decorating their residence hall lounge in the 2009 Motown theme. Participating LABs will be chosen to receive monetary prizes. Winners will be announced during the Homecoming football game. Contact your Area Complex Director/Assistant Hall Director for contest rules and more information.
  • Golden Years Reunion, Honoring the Class of 1959: The Golden Years Society inducts the Class of 1959. Advanced reservations required; contact Laura Thomas at the EMU Foundation at 734.481.2323 for more information.
  • Spirit Station: 11a.m.-1 p.m. Show your EMU spirit. Stop by a spirit station in the Student Center, Rec/IM, Pray-Harrold, Halle Library, Eastern Eateries or at the College of Business to donate a non-perishable food item to the SOS Community Center and to find out more information about the exciting activities taking place during Homecoming Week. For more information, e-mail Meghan Britton at mbritto3@emich.edu or call 734.487.1411.
  • Eagle Nation Fall Sports Luncheon: Noon-1 p.m., Convocation Center. Enjoy a buffet lunch and get the latest news and information on EMU Athletics from head coaches and administrators. Tickets are $10 and can be bought at the door. Attire is business casual. For more information call 734-487-5642.
  • Friday Night Movie, “Milk”: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., Student Center Auditorium. Free for EMU students, employees and their families and friends. For more information, call Campus Life at 734.487.3045.
  • Volleyball Home Match: Come cheer on our women’s volleyball team as they play the University of Toledo, 7 p.m. at the Convocation Center.

 

Saturday, October 3 — Homecoming Day

  • Eagles Landing Fan Zone: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Oestrike Stadium. Eagles’ Landing is a fan-friendly area where EMU fans can hang out before select Eastern Michigan home football games. Located just outside of Oestrike Stadium (EMU baseball stadium), Eagles’ Landing will feature live entertainment, food and beverages, Fan Zone activities, special offers from our sponsors, and much more. All that is needed to enter is a game ticket or a valid student ID. For more information, contact Scott Schultz at 734.487.5642.
  • Student Tailgate Area: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., north of Rynearson Stadium.  The area just north of Rynearson Stadium is home to group tailgates hosted by student and Greek organizations, along with various reunions. Entrances into the tailgating area will be located off of Westview Drive and Hewitt Road.  Entry will require a game ticket or a valid EMU student ID. For more information contact Martha Costa at mcosta1@emich.edu or 734.487.1338.
  • Shuttle Service to Rynearson Stadium: 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., bus stops on Forest Street at Sill Hall, the Student Center and outside the Eastern Eateries. Shuttle service resumes after the third quarter from drop-off point in front of the Convocation Center and will run until one hour after the game. For more information, contact EMU Athletics at 734.487.1050.
  • Eastern Michigan University Alumni Band: Join the Eastern Michigan University Marching Band and reconnect with old friends for another exciting Homecoming game performance at EMU's Rynearson Stadium. ALL past band alumni are welcome and encouraged to participate. Schedule for the day: 11 a.m. check in at the North football practice field; Alumni Band rehearsal at 11:30 a.m. with the EMU Marching Band followed by a pre-game performance with the EMU Marching Band at 12:40 p.m. Reserve your spot today and obtain additional information by contacting the EMU Bands at emu.bands@emich.edu or by calling 734.487.1430.
  • EMU Alumni “Go Green” Tailgate: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., west side of Rynearson Stadium. The event includes food, music, cheerleaders, fun activities for children and EMU giveaway items. Proceeds benefit the EMU Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Don’t miss the “Chapter of the Year” announcement. All alumni and friends are welcome. For more information, contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni.relations@emich.edu or 734.487.0250.
  • Parade of Nations: Pre-game, Rynearson Stadium. Enjoy a parade displaying more than 90 flags from EMU students’ home countries. To register to be a flag bearer or for more information, contact the Office of International Students at ois@emich.edu.
  • EMU vs. Temple Homecoming Football Game: 1 p.m, Rynearson Stadium. Cheer on the Eagles to victory over the Owls. EMU welcomes back and honors the 1959 football team and the class of 1959 during the pre-game show. Be sure to get in the stands before kick off for a special appearance by a member of the Temptations, Allie Woodson, to sing our national anthem. Contact the EMU Ticket Office at 734.487.2282 for game tickets. Listen for the Brand Your Ride contest announcements in the third quarter to see if you are one of the lucky winners.
  • Halftime Show, Homecoming Court Coronation and Alumni Band Performance: Enjoy the EMU Marching Band perform during halftime. For more information about the Homecoming court coronation, contact Matt Mortier at mmortier@emich.edu or 734.487.3045.
  • 10th Annual Greek Alumni Chapter All-Greek Reunion: 2 p.m., Theo-Door’s. $5 cover; half the door proceeds benefit the Greek Alumni Scholarship Fund. For more information, contact Jennifer Rass at maxjenn@aol.com or 248.792.9151.
  • Volleyball Home Match: Cheer on the women’s volleyball team as it plays  Western Michigan University, 7 p.m., Convocation Center. Free admission with Homecoming football game ticket.
  • Signed, Sealed, Delivered with Dwele: Post game concert brought to you by 105.9 Kiss FM. Admission is free with Homecoming game ticket. Concert will be held at Oestrike Stadium a half hour after the game.