Homecoming Planned for Oct. 9-14

With the theme, "Rockin' on the Hilltop," Fairmont State University's Homecoming 2006 set for Oct. 9-14 will be a week packed with events including a parade, alumni events, entertainment and more.

"This year's theme is fun and makes you think of 'Happy Days,' 'Grease' and 'rock 'n roll,'" said Alice Shrestha, Student Body Vice President. "It brings back memories of simpler times, when there was less to worry about in the world."

The traditional Homecoming Parade will begin at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 12, in downtown Fairmont. Any marching group, organization, community group or business interested in having a float in the parade should call the Office of Student Activities, at (304) 367-4643 by Friday, Sept. 29. Line-up for the parade will begin at 5:15 p.m. at the corner of Fairmont Avenue and Second Street.

The annual Pep Rally will immediately follow the parade at Duvall-Rosier Field. Clubs on campus will compete for the Spirit Stick, as cheerleaders and Marching Band lead the crowd in cheering on the Fighting Falcons. Homecoming court candidates, the football coaches and captains will also be introduced.

Six distinguished alumni will be honored at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Alumni Awards Luncheon in the third floor conference rooms of the Falcon Center. Admission is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Alumni to be honored at the event are Eileen DeBellis Akers, Delbert L. "Butch" Phillips, Bobbi Bane Mohrman, Oce Smith, Brian L. Tristani and Chanda Ranjit Yonzon.

The Fighting Falcons take on West Liberty State College for the Homecoming football game at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 14, at Duvall-Rosier Field. The Fairmont State Alumni Association will sponsor pre- and post-game events with a combined admission cost of $5. There will be a Pre-Game Tailgate in the alumni tent behind the scoreboard at the field beginning at 4 p.m. A Post-Game Reception will immediately follow the game at the field.

Student Government continues its tradition of a community service project as part of Homecoming Week activities.

"Every year, we try to make Homecoming about more than just floats, dances and football," said Laurie Johnston, Director of Student Activities. "While those are wonderful traditions, we also want to facilitate connecting our students to their community. We have found that each year's Homecoming community service project has touched not just the lives of those we sponsor, but also the students who take the time during the hectic week to work on the projects. We want Homecoming to be a time of pride, reunion and involvement for our students with those we serve in the Marion County area."

This year, students are sponsoring a fund drive to benefit the HOPE, Inc. domestic violence shelter. All of the campus organizations sponsoring Homecoming king and queen candidates are asked to participate. The entire campus community is also invited to participate.

"I think it is a great opportunity for us to raise money for HOPE, Inc.," Shrestha said. "We are honored to support such a good cause. We will definitely continue this tradition of community service in the future."

Homecoming 2006 Schedule of Events

Monday, Oct. 9

Retro Movie Night
"Grease"
Colebank Hall Gym
8 p.m. Movie begins
9 p.m. Look-alike contest (open only to Fairmont State students)
Free admission

Tuesday, Oct. 10

Car Cruise
Fairmont State main campus
5-8 p.m.
$5 donation suggested as entry fee for those bringing cars
Free refreshments

Lip Sync Contest
Falcon Center, Gym 1
6 p.m.
Free admission
Only Fairmont State students can compete, but the event is open to the public

Wednesday, Oct. 11

Concert
Musical artist and ticket information TBA
Colebank Hall Gym
8 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 12

Golf Outing
Fairmont Field Club
1709 Country Club Road, Fairmont
11:30 a.m. Lunch
1 p.m. Tee-Off
Advance: $20 golf and lunch, $10 lunch only
Day of event: $25 golf and lunch, $12 lunch only

Homecoming Parade
Downtown Fairmont
6 p.m.

Pep Rally
Duvall-Rosier Field
Fairmont State main campus
7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 13

Emeritus Luncheon
Falcon Center, Third Floor, Conference Rooms
noon to 1:30 p.m.
Advance: $10
Door: $15
This event honors the golden anniversary of Fairmont State College's 1956 graduates with their induction into the Emeritus Club.

Dining Hall Plaque Re-dedication Ceremonies honoring Frank Pulice, Jr.
Falcon Center, Third Floor
2 p.m.

Nickel Plaque Re-dedication Ceremonies honoring Archie Cain and Don Nichols
Falcon Center, Second Floor, Main Street
2:30 p.m.

Alumni Reunion and Hall of Fame Social
Falcon Center, Third Floor, Conference Rooms
5 to 7 p.m.
Free admission

Hall of Fame Banquet
Falcon Center, First Floor, Gym 1
6 p.m.
Cost: $25
For Hall of Fame Banquet tickets and information, contact the Fairmont State Athletic Department at (304) 367-4220.

Decades Dance
Turley Center Ballroom
7 p.m.
Live music of the '60s, '70s and '80s, dancing and cash bar
Advance Ticket: $5
Door: $8

Saturday, Oct. 14

Alumni Awards Luncheon
Falcon Center, Third Floor, Conference Rooms
11:30 a.m.
Advance: $10
Door: $15

Pre-Game Tailgate
Alumni Tent (located behind the scoreboard)
Duvall-Rosier Field
4 p.m.
$5 (Covers pre- and post-game festivities)

Fairmont State Falcons vs. West Liberty
6 p.m.
Duvall-Rosier Field
Homecoming coronation at half-time
Adults: $6
Students and Children: $2
Children under 7 admitted for free

Post-Game Reception
Alumni Tent (located behind the scoreboard)
Duvall-Rosier Field
Immediately following game

1962 Class Reunion
Comfort Inn and Suites
1185 Airport Road, Fairmont
Telephone: (304) 367-1370
Contact Betty Cousins Silver at (206) 364-4505 or Rose Angela Moran Lubert at (330) 372-1021 for more information.