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Homecoming 2011
Below is a comprehensive list of homecoming events for the week for both students and alumni. We hope you can join us for this fun filled week!
Jump to day: Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday
Monday, October 17, 2011
| 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. |
Homecoming Kickoff: Oktoberfest |
WUC Plaza |
| Free food, games and Music Sponsored by the German Club |
| 6:00 pm |
Residence Hall Decorating contest |
Residence Halls |
| 9:00 pm |
WOU's Got Talent |
Pacific Room, WUC |
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011
| 8:00 p.m. |
Quietdrive Concert |
Pacific Room, WUC |
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Known for their remake of ?Time after Time?
Tickets $5 for students/$8 for fac/staff/community. Sponsored by: Student Leadership & Activities, Student Activities Board, Alumni Relations, Athletics, & Residence Hall Association. Tickets available at the WUC info. desk or at the door. |
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011
5:00 p.m.
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Powderpuff Tailgate |
McArthur Stadium |
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BBQ, Inflatable?s, Prizes, Carnival Games and more!
Sponsored by Student Activities Board
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7:00 p.m. |
Annual Powderpuff Game |
McArthur Stadium |
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Powderpuff football game and Homecoming King crowning.
Prizes, games, and food. Sponsored by Student Activities Board |
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Thursday, October 20, 2011
| 12:00 p.m. |
Stroll the Red Town |
New P.E. |
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Come select your favorite decorated store window
Sponsored by Student Leadership and Activities |
| 12:00- 3:00 p.m. |
Paint the WUC Red! |
2nd floor, WUC |
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Show your school spirit and WOLF Pride by painting one of the Walls RED! |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Dr. Arne S. Jensen Lectureship Series Presents: Former President of Mexico, Vicente Fox |
New P.E. |
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A charismatic reformer and visionary leader with a deep understanding of the economic and social challenges facing Latin America, President Fox is one of the world's most important voices on the contemporary geo-political landscape and the role of business in the developing world. Join us as President Fox delivers the keynote address, "The New Economy for Latin America." Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students and can be purchased online at http://wou.ticketleap.com/fox/ |
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Friday, October 21, 2011
| 2:00 p.m. |
Professor Thomas H. Gentle Centennial Celebration |
Gentle House |
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1911-2011: "History and Evolution of Education Ideas in Oregon." Celebrate the anniversary of Thomas Gentle's arrival and impact on education at WOU and across the state. Join us for a brief biography of Professor Gentle, student and emeritus faculty presentations, followed by a buffet tea, and house tours with music by WOU students. RSVP to Sandy Newland at 503-838-8147. |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Faculty Appreciation Reception |
Columbia Room, WUC |
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Join us as the alumni office hosts a reception for our current and emeritus faculty members. Stop in and enjoy hors d'oeuvres and drinks with your favorite professors. The event is free but be sure to RSVP! |
| 6:00 p.m. |
Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner |
Pacific Room, WUC |
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You're invited to the 7th annual Wolves Hall of Fame Dinner and induction ceremony. This year's inductees include women's basketball standout Julie (Miller) McDonald, volleyball great Krista Radetich, & WOU coach/administrator, Jon Carey. Tickets are $40 per person ($220 for a table of 6) and can be purchased by calling the athletics office at 503-838-8449. |
| 7:00 p.m. |
Bonfire & Car Smash |
Q Lot Field |
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Get in the WOU spirit at the annual bonfire! Come out to the Q Lot field with the whole family and enjoy games, icecream, music, and pep rally as we light the bonfire in Western Oregon tradition! Support our 1st Men?s Fraternity in a car smashing sponsored by the Men of Vision Fraternity. |
| 9:30 p.m. |
Christopher Pemberton, The Hypnotist |
Pacific Room, WUC |
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Saturday, October 22
| All Day |
PLUS Team Reunion Events |
Campus Wide |
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Join fellow PLUS Team alumni and their families for a fun-filled day! Join in all of the homecoming activities and special PLUS Team features. You can meet at 9:30 am for the "PLUS Team Babies" gathering, followed by a campus tour led by current PLUS Teamers at 10:00. After the game don't miss the PLUS Team reunion dinner ($22/adults $8/children 10 & under). For more details join the "PLUS Team Alumni" group on facebook. To RSVP (by October 6) contact Jon Tucker at 503-838-8063 or by email at tuckerj@wou.edu. |
| 9:00 -11:00 a.m. |
Self Guided Campus Tours |
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Take a stroll around campus to remember the buildings you know and love and visit those that are new additions. Many of the campus buildings will be open with representatives for you to tour at your leisure. |
| 10:30 a.m. |
President's Brunch & State of the University Address |
Pacific Room, WUC |
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Enjoy a light brunch as Provost Kent Neely give an update on our academic programs followed by President Mark Weiss delivering a "State of the University Address". This presentation will include updates on enrollment, construction, strategic plans, and our financial health. Be sure to register early as seating is limited! Tickets are $10. |
| 11:00 a.m. |
Women's Soccer vs. Seattle Pacific |
Soccer Field |
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Head out to the pitch and cheer on the women's soccer team as they take on Seattle Pacific University! |
| Noon |
Tailgating |
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Stop by the alumni tent next to the Rookies beer garden and enjoy time with classmates, friends, and family! We'll be handing out free spirit gear to get you ready for the game. Food and drink will be available for purchase at Rookies. Lets kick off this game right! |
| 2:00 p.m. |
Football vs. Humboldt State |
McArthur Stadium |
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Show your team spirit and cheer the Wolves to victory as we take on the Lumberjacks of Humboldt State! Tickets may be purchased at the gate on game day or reserve yours today through the athletics office at (503)-838-8449. Homecoming Court and Crowning of Queen as well as recognition of athletic hall of fame inductess will be presented during halftime! |
| 6:00 p.m. |
Reunion Dinner |
Columbia Room, WUC |
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The Classes of 2001, 1986 and 1961 are invited to a reunion dinner honoring your class years! Catch up with old friends and meet some new ones. We will be inducting the class of 1961 as Golden Wolves. Dinner is $25 per person. |
| 9:00 p.m. |
Red Light Laser Tag |
TBD |
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