homecoming 2009
Homecoming has been a Southern tradition for over 30 years, and this year we hope to make our Homecoming a celebration of fairy tales and fables from the distant past, as well as recent recent tales that have entertained us, educated us, and helped bring fantasy to life.
On Saturday, October 17th, our week of activities culminates on Homecoming and Family Day. Please click here for more information.
student Events
Monday, October 12th
Sleepout for the Homeless
Residence Hall Quad
7pm - 8am
Before we begin our celebratory week, let's take a night to help those who are less fortunate. Join the University community in raising funds, collecting non-perishible food items, and clothing items for those in need.
Tuesday, October 13th
Fairy Tale Ball
Student Center Ballroom
8pm
$5 students, $10 guests (one guest per student)
Tickets available in the Office of Student Life from September 18th to October 9th.
Tuesday, October 13th - Thursday, October 16th
Othello
Lyman Center
8pm
SCSU Department of Theater and the Crescent Players will be performing one of William Shakespeare's most timeless works. Directed by: Dr. Sheila Hickey Garvey
Wednesday, October 14th
Homecoming Barbeque Feast for Kings and Queens
Academic Quad
12 - 2pm
Enjoy a gluttonous meal with fellow students, faculty, and staff as we proudly celebrate Southern's spirit!
Thursday, October 15th
Drive-In Movie: The Hangover
Residence Hall Quad
8pm
Bring your blanket and dress warm for a night under the stars in front of the big screen for one of the summer's hottest comedies. Popcorn and soft drinks will be served.
Friday, October 16th
Pep Rally
Jess Dow Field
7pm
Come support the Owls Athletic Teams! Win prizes, have fun, and show your spirit! Homecoming Banner winners to be announced!
Saturday, October 17th
2009 Robert Corda Annual I 5k Road Race
Southern Connecticut State University
8am
Runners must register by 7:30am the morning of the race at the information desk in the Adanti Student Center. Race time is 8am. For more ifnormation, call the University Student Center at 392-5501, or email holmesd3@southernct.edu.
Family Fairy Tale Breakfast
Connecticut Hall
8:30 - 10:30am
Enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet with some of history's most memorable fairytale characters. Dr. Cheryl Norton, University President, will welcome parents and family members to this special day!
Homecoming Parade
Around Campus
10:30am
Students roll from Lot 12, past the Adanti Student Center to Moore Fieldhouse. Come join us as we celebrate the spirit of SCSU!
Homecoming Student/Family Tent
Jess Dow Field
12pm
Through third quarter.
For all SCSU students and their families: Activities to entertain everyone will be going on throughout the game. Take a picture wit the mascot. Get your face painted! Much much more!
Southern Owls Football vs. Stonehill College
1pm
Come cheer our Owls to victory!
At halftime, the winners of the float competition will be announced.
Free admission for students and their families, faculty and staff! There is no additional charge to students and their families to enter the Homecoming Tailgate Party.
Othello
Lyman Center
2pm
SCSU Department of Theater and the Crescent Players will be performing one of William Shakespeare's most timeless works. Directed by: Dr. Sheila Hickey Garvey
Kevin Hart & Special Guest Dan Boulger
Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 7:30pm.
Homecoming 2009.
Laugh
out loud at the stand-up comedy of Kevin Hart one of the most versatile
comedy actors in film and television. He premiered his one-hour comedy
special "I'm a Grown Little Man" on Comedy Central and is the host of
BET's "Comic View: One Mic Stand" He was recently seen in the action
comedy spoof Superhero Movie. His other movie credits include "Soul
Plane", "Scary Movie 3&4", "In the Mix", "The 40 Year Old Virgin",
"Fools Gold" and "Meet Dave."
Sponsored by: Student Government Association, Programs Council, and Inter-Residence Council.
Tickets: $15 General Public, *$10 SCSU Faculty/Staff
*$5 SCSU Students,*with valid ID
(*Limit of 2).
Seating is General Admission.
