November 3, 2015
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Jessica Pope
Communications and Media Relations Coordinator
Whitney N. Yarber, Communications Specialist
Déjà vu: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Celebrates 2015 Homecoming
VALDOSTA — Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ is gearing up for what promises to be a spirited Homecoming 2015 celebration Nov. 9-15. Faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community are invited to attend.
Melinda Fudge, director of the Office of Alumni Relations, said that she is thrilled to be welcoming past, present, and future Blazers to campus for Homecoming 2015, themed Déjà vu Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ. She hopes alumni and friends will enjoy this opportunity to come home and discover how the university continues to cherish its 100-plus-year-old history while also embracing the future.
Students are invited to a pre-homecoming event at Wild Adventures Theme Park from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6. Current students with a valid Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ ID will have the entire park to themselves to enjoy a fun-filled evening of rides, music, and food.
The schedule of Homecoming 2015 events includes the following:
Student Kickoff Carnival
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9
Where: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ front lawn
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Sheet Sign Competition
When: The deadline to hang a sheet sign is 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9
Where: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ campus
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Student Chamber Showcase
When: 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9
Where: Whitehead Auditorium
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Photo Booth
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10
Where: Student Union Rotunda
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Sidewalk Chalk Competition
When: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10
Where: Palms Dining Hall Walkway
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Blazin’ Downtown Throwdown
When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10
Where: Lowndes County Courthouse Lawn
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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New Jazz Ensemble
When: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10
Where: Whitehead Auditorium
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Sitting Volleyball Demonstration and Tournament
When: 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11
Where: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Student Recreation Center
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ students
Cost: Admission is $1. Proceeds benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Déjà vu Pep Rally
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12
Where: P.E. Complex
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Repertory Dancers 30th Anniversary Concert
When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12-14 and 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15
Where: Sawyer Theatre
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
More: Call the Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Theatre and Dance Box Office at (229) 333-5973 between the hours of 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday or visit 24 hours a day, seven days a week to purchase tickets.
Lip Sync Competition
When: 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12
Where: P.E. Complex
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Alumni and Friends Golf Tournament
When: 8:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13
Where: Kinderlou Forest
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: $100 for individuals or $400 for teams.
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Blazer Spirit March
When: Noon Friday, Nov. 13
Where: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Campus
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Mass Choir Homecoming Dinner
When: 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13
Where: Continuing Education Building Auditorium
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Mass Choir students and alumni
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Distinguished Alumni Dinner
When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13
Where: University Center Magnolia Room
Cost: $35 per person. Reservations are required.
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The First Lady’s Reunion Breakfast for Graduates of Fives
When: 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: University Center Cypress Room
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ alumni who graduated in years ending in a five.
Cost: $10 per person
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Homecoming Parade and Float Competition
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Main Campus
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Blazer Nation Tailgate Competition
When: Noon Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: Corner of Brookwood and Slater Street
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
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Alumni Tailgate
When: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: Corner of Brookwood and Slater Street
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is $5 for children ages 14 and under; $10 for adults with barbeque only; and $15 for adults with barbeque and adult beverages.
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Blazer Walk
When: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: Bazemore-Hyder Stadium
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: Admission is free of charge.
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Football: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Blazers vs. Florida Tech
When: 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: Bazemore-Hyder Stadium
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
More: Visit or contact (229) 333-7328 or tickets@valdosta.edu to purchase tickets.
Alpha Phi Alpha Step Show
When: 7:06 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14
Where: P.E. Complex
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: $15 per person
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Volleyball: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Blazers vs. University of North Alabama
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15
Where: P.E. Complex
Target Population: Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ faculty, staff, students, alumni, retirees, and members of the community
Cost: $5 for adults; $3 for students
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