Eastern Michigan University
2012 Homecoming Events Schedule
TRUEMU Homecoming Kick Off Campus Bash
Sunday, September 30, 2012
In front of Buell Hall
Time: 6 p.m.
Sponsored by: Residence Life and Residence Hall Association
Come on out and join in the carnival like festivities where we kick off Homecoming week in TRUEMU style 'Together' with food, music, and fun!
Donut Drop
Monday, October 1, 2012
Various Campus Locations
Time: 9 a.m.
Sponsored by: Office for Alumni Relations
Homecoming VIPs will deliver donuts right to your office beginning around 9 a.m. Quantities are limited. All orders must be received by Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Provide your name, number, office number, office location and number of staff members. A person must be in the office to receive the delivery.
To order, e-mail Lisa McClees at lmcclees@emich.edu. Make sure only one person per department is responsible for the order.
Homecoming House Calls
Monday, October 1, 2012
First Year Residence Halls
Time: 6 - 9 p.m.
Sponsored by: Residence Life & Residential Services
Be home on Monday, October 1st from 6-8 p.m. EMU faculty, staff members and student leaders will be dropping by your room to see how your first weeks at EMU are going. This is great time for freshmen to ask any questions and to get to know the staff. Raffle Prizes include 3 credit hours of in-state tuition for an EMU course in Winter 2013 semester, EMU Apparel/Memorabilia and much more!
For more information about the event, contact us at the Residence Life Office at 487.1300 or housing@emich.edu
T-shirt Exchange
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Lawn between Pray-Harrold and the Kiosk
Time: 10:30 a.m- 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Rec/IM
Trade in another gently used college or university clothing item for a free EMU T-shirt.
Homecoming Field Day
Monday, October 2, 2012
Softball practice fields (near the Convocation Center)
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Sponsored by: Campus Life and Rec IM
On October 2, you and your team of 4 can compete in Homecoming Field Day! Up to 15 teams will challenge each other in various activities like a 3-legged race, egg toss, wheelbarrow race and more, all leading up to the Eagle Dash! Come prepared to play in the mud.
Registration runs from September 26 until October 1, at 12:00 p.m. There is no registration fee; each team member must have a valid EMU-ID to enter.
Please meet on October 2 at the Softball Practice Fields (near the Convocation Center/Westview) at 4:30 to sign your team in. The Homecoming Field Day competition starts at 5:00 p.m. Good luck!
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For more information contact Campus Life: 734-.487-3045 or Rec/IM: 734-487-1338.
No Limit Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Rec/IM Building
Time: 7 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Rec/IM
Registration will run from 6:30-7 p.m. in the Rec/IM building. The tournament will begin at 7 p.m. Entry fee is $4. Participants will enjoy pizza, beverages, and prizes. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, contact Lou Gianino or Michelle Owens at the Rec/IM by phone at 734-487-1338.
6th Annual Homecoming Spirit Police
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
EMU Campus
Sponsored by: Office for Alumni Relations
Throughout the day, EMU students and employees spotted wearing non-EMU college paraphernalia will be given a "ticket", which is a coupon to the Rec IM Pro-Shop. Those spotted wearing EMU clothing will be given a special EMU-branded prize.
Green & White Day
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
EVERYWHERE
Time: All-day
Sponsored by: Homecoming Committee
Alumni, students, faculty and staff wear green and white all day, no matter where you are in the world!
Campus Picnic
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
EMU Student Center - North Patio
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sponsored by: President's Office
EMU President Susan Martin invites all members of the EMU community to celebrate Homecoming and welcome newcomers to the university. For more information, contact the Office of Special Events at 734.487.2360.
Residence Hall Room Spirit Contest
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Residence Halls
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.
Sponsored by: Residence Life and Residence Hall Association
Live the Full Experience! Living on campus allows you to show your TRUEMU pride in your own room! Residence Life will host a room decoration competition in the Residence Halls. The rooms will be judged on creativity and spirit. If you are interested in participating please email mmirasbo@emich.edu by October 1, 2012 by 9 p.m. with your name, room number and phone number. Winners will be announced at the Homecoming football game and receive EMU Swag!
TRUEMU Alumni Happy Hour
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Corner Brewery
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by: Office for Alumni Relations
Connect with old friends and make new ones as we gather to celebrate Homecoming 2012. Bring your business cards to share and to enter to win some EMU swag. Appetizers will be provided.
Young and Successful
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Room 300 in the Student Center
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by: EMU Black Alumni Chapter, NPHC and Celebrating Y.O.U. (Your Opportunity to Unite)
Co-sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Chapter
Young and Successful is an EMUBA tradition aiming to encourage and motivate current EMU students by connecting them with EMU Alumni in an engaging and interactive workshop format.
TRUEMU Homecoming Block Party
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Student Center Patio
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Marketing
Collect FREE discounts and giveaways from participating Ypsilanti-area businesses in the Eagle Discount Card Program. Show your EMU identification card and save at these and other Ypsilanti-area businesses year round. Enter contests, play Spin to Win, and walk steps away to the Homecoming Pep Rally (see below) near the Lake House to show your school spirit immediately after this event.
TRUEMU Homecoming Pep Rally
Thursday, October 4, 2012
University Park
Time: 8 - 9:30 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Athletics
A longstanding EMU tradition show your TRUEMU spirit at the annual Homecoming Pep Rally. EMU Marching Band, giveaways and prizes. Support your team and find out who the Homecoming king and queen finalists are. Rain location is Bowen Fieldhouse.
Homecoming Club House Jam
Friday, October 5, 2012
Marriott-Ypsilanti Eagle Crest - Club House, 1275 Huron St. Ypsilanti, MI
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Presented by: EMU Black Alumni Chapter, NPHC and Celebrating Y.O.U. (Your Opportunity to Unite)
Co-sponsored by: Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Sigma Rho Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Chapter
The EMUBA and the Professional Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., Sigma Rho Chapter has partnered to bring the Homecoming Club House Jam to EMU! Come celebrate the 60th year of the Theta Gamma Chapter at EMU! Hor's d' oeuvres, cash bar, party favors and fun with Alumni from all over the state.
Tickets are available online: emubahomecoming.eventbrite.com Ticket are $20 in advance. For every ticket sold, a percentage will go toward EMUBA/Mathis Book Scholarships.
Bringing Back Tradition
Friday, October 5, 2012
Eastern Michigan University Student Center
Time: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Presented by: EMU Black Alumni Chapter, NPHC and Celebrating Y.O.U. (Your Opportunity to Unite)
Co-sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Chapter
Bringing the tradition back will consist of a fun, educational and informative day catered to freshman student, stressing the importance of higher education. Student organization leaders will provide mentorship, conduct educational workshops, and facilitate tours of Eastern Michigan University beautiful campus. In addition the EMU Foundation will provide three high school students with a $500 scholarship.
Homecoming Yard Show
Friday, October 5, 2012
Location: Big Bob's Lake House
Time: 7 p.m.
Presented by: EMU Black Alumni Chapter, NPHC and Celebrating Y.O.U. (Your Opportunity to Unite)
Co-sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Chapter
This event provides an opportunity for the National Pan-Hellenic Council both current and alumni to showcase and share the tradition of stepping with the university community.
Campus Life: Friday Night Movie
Friday, October 5, 2012
Student Center Auditorium
Time; 8 p.m.
Sponsored by: Campus Life
Want something fun to do with your friends on Friday night, but short on cash? Come by the Student Center Auditorium to watch the movie TED for FREE. Kick it with friends and enjoy some of the newest movies on the big screen with exciting surround sound every week!
Golden Years Reunion Breakfast
Saturday October 6, 2012
University House
Sponsored by: Office for Alumni Relations
Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
For all the 1962 graduates, you are invited to enjoy a delicious breakfast, hosted by President Susan Martin at the University House. Following the brunch, a medallion ceremony will also be held.
EMU Rec/IM Reunion Tailgate
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Rynearson Stadium Parking Lot
Time: 9:30 a.m- 1 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Rec/IM
Jones Hall Reunion Event
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Admissions Welcome Center inside of the EMU Student Center
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Residence Life & Residential Services and the Office for Alumni Relations
All Jones Hall alumni are welcomed back to the EMU for a campus tour followed by a memory book signing outside of Jones Hall to capture all of your memories from the glory years of living in your favorite residence hall. Meet at the Admissions Welcome Center, located inside the Student Center, at 10 a.m. to begin the tour.
Black Homecoming Tailgate
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Rynearson Stadium
Time: 10 a.m.
Presented by: EMU Black Alumni Chapter, NPHC and Celebrating Y.O.U. (Your Opportunity to Unite)
Co-sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Chapter
This event provides an environment for current students to socially engage with alumni creating lasting relationships as well as promoting unity between the EMUBA and African American Students.
EMU Alumni and Friends Homecoming Tailgate
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Rynearson Stadium
Time: 11 a.m - 1 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Alumni Association
Join us this year in our Alumni tent at our usual spot outside the main gates to the stadium. We have something for everyone and for all ages so come enjoy EMU's‚ amazing hospitality on game day before cheering on the Eagles as they take on the Kent State Golden Flashes! Giveaways, historic EMU t-shirt sales, a caricaturist and more await our faithful graduates who return to support their University. Did we mention the food? Come hungry and head into the stadium satisfied wearing your green and white and ready to cheer on the Eagles! $5 per person.
Alumni Chapters/groups with tables reserved include:
Aviation Alumni Chapter
1962 Football Team Reunion
Class of 1962 Golden Years Reunion
Construction Management Alumni Chapter
German Alumni Chapter
Huron Restoration Alumni Chapter
Kappa Phi Alpha Alumni
Latino Alumni Chapter
Social Work Alumni Chapter
Young Alumni Council
Student Organization Tailgate
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Sponsored by: Campus Life
Equipment Rental Form
Student Org Tailgate Registration Form
Student Tailgate Flier
Parade of Nations
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Sponsored by: EMU Office of International Students
Enjoy a parade displaying more than 80 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 .
TRUEMU Homecoming Football Game
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Rynearson Stadium
Time: 1 p.m.
Sponsored by: EMU Athletics
The Eastern Michigan Eagles led by Coach Ron English will take on Kent State on Saturday October 6, 2012 for the annual homecoming celebration!
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Greek Alumni Reunion
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Tap Room
Time: 4 p.m.
Sponsored by: Greek Life
Join your fellow Greek alumni to celebrate your fraternity/sorority memories.
Kappa Phi Alpha Post-Game Party
Saturday, October 6, 2012
Aubree's Pizzeria and Grill on Cross Street in Depot Town
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Sponsored by: Kappa Phi Alpha Alumni
Celebrate another EMU victory with the Kappa Phi Alpha brothers, wives and friends in a great EMU atmosphere. Pizza Buffet, salad bar, bread sticks, wings and soft drinks...$13.00 per person. Cash bar. RSVP to Beau Harrison, 1.586.419.3712, text/call or email, harrison4867@gmail.com