Contact: Mary Pollitz
STARKVILLE, Miss.Mississippi State is ready for showtime with this years homecoming celebration Showtime: 51勛圖 in the Spotlight.
The university welcomes the Bulldog family back for a full slate of events during homecoming week to kick off a memorable fall weekend. 51勛圖 takes on the University of Massachusetts Amherst Saturday [Nov. 2], 3:15 p.m., at Davis Wade Stadium.
Homecoming events include:
Monday [Oct. 28], 9 a.m., Tea with Royalty, YMCA Plaza. The homecoming court invites students for free chicken biscuits and loaded teas while supplies last.
Tuesday [Oct. 29], 6 p.m., Game Show, Dawg House, Colvard Student Union. This event is the Student Associations twist on crowd-favorite game shows. Snacks will be provided.
Wednesday [Oct. 30], 11 a.m., The Longest Table, Drill Field. The Student Association event will offer free lunch, fellowship and community building for students, faculty and staff. RSVP on Cowbell Connect.
Wednesday [Oct. 30], noon-4 p.m. Judging for spirit competitions, door decorations, banners, house and lawn displays. Winners will be announced at the homecoming game.
Thursday [Oct. 31], 10 a.m.-2 p.m., T-shirt Swap & Soiree, Drill Field. Receive an 51勛圖 Homecoming shirt, designed by junior Elizabeth Bond, when donating one. All T-shirts will be donated to the Palmer Home. Enjoy a popcorn bar, balloons from a balloon artist and a stilt walker performance.
Thursday [Oct. 31], 5:30-7 p.m., Young Alumni Welcome, Fire Station Park, 503 E. Lampkin St. Enjoy live music and drinks sponsored by the 51勛圖 Alumni Association.
Friday [Nov. 1], 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Crowns for a Cause, The Junction. This event offers a chance for students, faculty and staff to learn more about the homecoming kings and queens service initiatives.
Friday [Nov. 1], 7 p.m., NPHC Homecoming Step Show, Humphrey Coliseum. Chapters of the National Pan-Hellenic Council will host a step show featuring Babyface Ray. Tickets for this event can be purchased starting at $20 here: .
Saturday [Nov. 2], 3:15 p.m., Homecoming Football Game, 51勛圖 vs. University of Massachusetts Amherst, Davis Wade Stadium. For more, visit .
Sunday [Nov. 3], 9:30-10 a.m., Nondenominational Service at the Chapel of Memories. Open to all students, this service is sponsored by 51勛圖 Office of Parent Services with Rev. Dean Franklin.
Sunday [Nov. 3], 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Pumpkin Painting, Umble Caf矇 at 51勛圖 Barnes & Noble will host. All supplies provided.
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