The schedule for Homecoming 2010 is filled with fun and excitement for everyone! Check back regularly as this schedule of events is frequently updated.
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Paint the Town Green! Participate in a community food drive benefiting the Athens County Food Pantry → This event runs through Thursday, October 14 → Drop off non-perishable food items to participating local businesses and student organizations (look for window displays showing their Bobcat pride!) → Sponsored by the Student Alumni Board with support from the Ohio University Homecoming Steering Committee
Homecoming Kickoff 18:04 (6:04 PM) Baker University Center → Festivities will begin at 1:00 PM with activities throughout Baker University Center including airbrushed tattoos, wax hands, and a photobooth → Kickoff will begin at 18:04 (6:04 PM) with music and special guests, including a visit from Rufus → Bobcat Court will be announced → Marching 110 percussion line will arrive at approximately 6:45 PM
Homecoming Blood Drive 12 NOON - 6:00 PM Lounge, The Ping Center → Show your Bobcat spirit and donate blood! All faculty, staff, students, and community members are welcome. →Schedule your appointment to give blood in advance by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or by clicking here. → All donors will receive a free t-shirt!
Coffee with the Court 6:00 – 8:00 PM The Front Room, Baker University Center → Come and meet the members of the 2010 Bobcat Court!
Mandatory Parade Orientation Meeting 6:00 PM Baker University Center, 2nd floor Theater → All organizations participating in Saturday's parade must send at least one representative to this meeting. Important information about the parade, including line-up information, will be shared.
Speaker: Sam Centellas 7:00 PM Baker University Center, Ballroom → All are invited to attend his presentation entitled, "Hazing vs. Stupid." Sponsored by the Greek Community Council.
Legally Blonde - The Musical Sponsored by the Performing Arts Series 7:30 PM Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium → Tickets required
Emeriti Park 10th Anniversary Reception Emeriti Park, 4:00 - 5:00 PM → Light refreshments and brief remarks → Rain location: Maggie Davis Room (Baker University Center 1st Floor, west end of West 82 Food Court) → For more information, click here.
WOUB Alumni Reunion Weekend with Martin Savidge '81
Marching Band Society of Alumni and Friends Weekend
Russ College 75th Anniversary
Ohio University Archives Exhibit 12 NOON - 7:00 PM Alden Library, 4th Floor
University College 75th Anniversary Celebration: A benefit concert to raise funds and support for the Dairy Barn's Artists in the Schools program 5:00 - 8:00 PM Jackie O's Pub & Brewery, 24 W. Union Street, Athens, OH → Cover charge required
Alumni Awards Gala Sponsored by the Ohio University Alumni Association 5:30 PM Grand Ballroom, Baker University Center → Tickets required
Homecoming BBQ Sponsored by the Ohio University Alumni Association 6:00 PM The Ridges $15
Historical Hayrides and Walking Tours Sponsored by the Ohio University Alumni Association 6:00 - 8:00 PM The Ridges $5
Buffalo Wild Wings Homecoming Scholarship Fundraiser 8:00 - 11:00 PM B-W3s, 21 W. Union Street
Yell Like Hell Pep Rally 6:30 PM West Portico, College Green
Alumni Short Plays by the Lost Flamingo Company, OHIO's only student-run theatre company 8:00 PM Mitchell Auditorium, Siegfred Hall $2
Bobcat Alumni Big Band Jazz Jam Sponsored by the School of Music 10:00 PM Casa Nueva
College of Arts and Sciences Breakfast with Dean Ben Ogles 8:30 – 9:30 AM Baker University Center 240/242
Own a Piece of Homecoming! Sale of limited edition prints and signed artist proofs of the painting, Homecoming at Ohio University, by renowned artist Betsy Ross Koller. Also for sale: postcards, tote bags, and mouse pads featuring the painting. Proceeds will benefit the Appalachian Scholars Program. 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3rd Floor Atrium, Baker University Center
Bobcat "FREE" Alumni Coffee Hour Sponsored by the Ohio University Alumni Association 10:00 – 11:00 AM The Front Room, Baker University Center
Ohio University Archives Exhibit 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Alden Library, 4th Floor
Homecoming Parade 10:00 AM East State Street and Uptown Athens
OHIO vs. Akron Bobcat Bash Sponsored by the Ohio University Alumni Association 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Grover Center → Tickets required; pay at the door
Chemistry and Biochemistry Homecoming Tailgate 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tailgreat Park
Cutler Scholars Homecoming Reunion 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Tailgreat Park
College of Business Tailgate Party 12 NOON – 2:00 PM Tailgreat Park
OHIO vs. Akron Football Game 2:00 PM Peden Stadium → Join guest coach, Dean of Students Ryan Lombardi, at the game
Latitude 39 5:00 - 9:00 PM Baker University Center, 1st Floor → Latitude 39 features a new twist on casual dining including bold flavors and a new variety of items, all prepared fresh. Patio seating is available if weather permits. For reservations please call 740.566.0939. Explore the menu here.
Communications Sciences and Disorders Alumni and Friends Post Game Social 5:00 - 8:00 PM Grover Center Lounge W258
Homecoming Historical Hayride and Walking Tours Sponsored by the Ohio University Alumni Association 6:30 - 8:30 PM The Ridges, Athens, OH
Stroll Competition 7:00 PM Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium → Sponsored by the Ohio University Multicultural Greek Council and the National Pan-Hellenic Council. Tickets are required for this event ($5 in advance and $10 at the door).