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Monday, February 1
Tuesday, February 2
Wednesday, February 3
Thursday, February 4
Friday, February 5
Saturday, February 6
Homecoming 2010
Event Schedule
Special Notices
Tailgating Rules
Homecoming Parade 2010 Entry Form
- Deadline: Friday, Jan. 29
Basketball Decorating Contest
- Deadline: Friday, Jan. 29, at 3 p.m.
Monday, February 1st
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Blood Drive
University Center, North Terrace
Do you bleed blue and green? Give back to the community by donating blood. FMI: 361.825.2707.
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Kick-off Picnic
University Center, Lonestar Ballroom
Celebrate the first day of Homecoming Week as we announce the Court candidates! Free food and entertainment provided for students, faculty and staff with a valid SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2707.
2 - 5 p.m.
Court Voting
University Center Commons
Determine who will represent the Island University this year! Current undergraduate students can vote for sophomore and junior court representatives and Homecoming King and Queen. Please bring your SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2707.
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Islander-ino Casino Night
University Center, Lone Star Ballrooms
This annual event, sponsored by the Campus Activities Board, allows students to gamble at casino games such as roulette, craps, black jack and poker. Toward the end of the night, count your chips and get ready for a live auction for great prizes! Please bring your SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2363.
Tuesday, February 2nd
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Court Voting
University Center Commons
Determine who will represent the Island University this year! Current undergraduate students can vote for sophomore and junior court representatives and Homecoming King and Queen. Please bring your SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2707.
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Blood Drive
University Center, North Terrace
Do you bleed blue and green? Give back to the community by donating blood. FMI: 361.825.2707.
Noon - 2 p.m.
Organization Spirit Day
University Center, Room 226
Show your organization spirit by wearing your organization's T-shirt. FMI: 361.825.2707.
4 - 6 p.m.
Butcher Paper Designing Contest (formerly Sidewalk Chalk Graffiti Contest)
University Center, Tejas Rooms B and C -
LOCATION CHANGE
Show your Islander pride by participating in the Butcher Paper Designing Contest. Decorating may not start before 4 p.m. and must end by 6 p.m. Sponsored by the Student Government Association and the African American Cultural Society. FMI: 361.825.5745.
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Multicultural Greek Council Reception, Step & Stroll Show
University Center, Lone Star Ballroom
Guests will have the opportunity to meet organizations affiliated with the Multi-Cultural Greek Council and enjoy light refreshments before the Step and Stroll showcase. At 7 p.m., chapters from the Multi-Cultural Greek Council (MGC) will perform their traditional steps, strolls and salutes! MGC members will clap, stomp and dance in unison to create a distinctive sound and provide insight into their organizations traditions. FMI: 361.825.2707.
POSTPONED
Kapuna Walk -
POSTPONED
Meet outside in area between the University Center and Science and Technology building
The Kapuna Walk will be held to allow graduating seniors an opportunity to mark their transition from student to alumni status. The torch light event is sponsored by the Student Government Association and the Corpus Christi Area Alumni Club. Registration is required for seniors. Alumni are invited to participate in the walk. FMI: 361.548.3141.
Wednesday, February 3rd
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Court Voting
University Center Commons
Determine who will represent the Island University this year! Current undergraduate students can vote for sophomore and junior court representatives and Homecoming King and Queen. Please bring your SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2707.
3 - 6 p.m.
Housing Hoopla
University Center, Lone Star Ballroom -
LOCATION CHANGE
Celebrate Homecoming Week with Camden Miramar! Show your Islander spirit by joining the staff and residents for games, music and prizes. Open to the campus community and their families. FMI: 361.825.5000.
7 p.m.
Women's Basketball "Pink Zone" Game
American Bank Center
This is the place to be Wednesday, Feb. 3, as the Islander women's basketball team faces off against UT-Arlington. Half of the proceeds from group ticket sales for the "Pink Zone" Game will benefit First Friday. Let's pack the American Bank Center and raise the roof. Student admission is free with their SandDollar$ ID at the Shoreline Boulevard box office. Tickets are $6 and $8. Group tickets (for 10 or more) are $5. FMI: 361.825.BALL (2255).
Thursday, February 4th
10 - 11 a.m.
Lee Alumni Welcome Center Grand Opening
Lee Alumni Welcome Center
Join the campus community in celebrating the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of the Woo Sung Lee Alumni Welcome Center beginning at 10 a.m. at 6129 Ennis Joslin Road. Reception and tours will follow. There will be no on-site parking. Shuttle service to and from the ceremony will be provided at the Starfish parking lot. (Take first entrance into the University). For more information, call 361.825.2420.
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Court Voting
University Center Commons
Determine who will represent the Island University this year! Current undergraduate students can vote for sophomore and junior court representatives and Homecoming King and Queen. Please bring your SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2707.
6 - 8 p.m.
Winter Jazz Mixer
Islander Art Gallery, 4024 Weber Road in Hamlin Center
An exciting evening of live music and hors d'oeuvres with a silent auction featuring art, collectibles and many cool items. While at the mixer, take in the exhibit "Laurence Scholder: Prints" by the printmaking professor from Southern Methodist University. Tickets are $20. Proceeds benefit student scholarships. To order tickets, e-mail Chapter President Lee White at
lwhite01@stx.rr.com
or call Alumni Relations at 361.361.825.3895 or 877.482.6822.
8 - 9:30 p.m.
Student vs. Faculty/Staff Basketball Game
Dugan Wellness Center
Come watch the Student vs. Faculty/Staff Basketball Game. The event is free and open to the public. FMI: 361.825-5778.
8 - 9:30 p.m.
Pep Rally
Dugan Wellness Center
Islander Athletics and the Spirit Team will hold a Homecoming pep rally during halftime of the Student vs. Faculty/Staff Basketball Game from 8-9:30 p.m. in the Dugan Wellness Center. Islander Athletics and the Spirit Team will light the traditional “I.” The pep rally is free and open to the public. For more information, call 361.825.5541.
9:30 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Up All Night
University Center
The Campus Activities Board is once again hosting this wildly popular event! Different activities will take place in every room of the University Center. The spotlight activity of the evening is magician Dan Sperry, show begins at 10pm. Open to the public; students, faculty and staff need to bring their SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.2363.
Friday, February 5th
10 - 11 a.m.
Islander Moms' Reception
University Center, Tejas Room 106 C
Meet the Islander Moms of the Year nominees and other wonderful people who have put their hearts into enhancing student life on campus. You can learn more about how the Islander Moms organization is the key to ensuring your child and other students have a wonderful Islander experience. (Dads, you're invited, too.) FMI: 361.825.3890.
11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Fryday Fiesta
Center for Instruction Courtyard
Celebrate Island fun with this annual event, sponsored by the Student Government Association. Enjoy fresh fried fish, inflatable games, fun activities and more. It's luncheon fun for everyone. Games and free food for the whole family. Students, faculty and staff need to bring their SandDollar$ ID. FMI: 361.825.5745.
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
UCC Reunion Meet and Greet
Lee Alumni Welcome Center
Drop-in to reunite with past friends and make new ones at the University of Corpus Christi (UCC) Reunion Meet and Greet at the Lee Alumni Welcome Center. FMI: 361.825.3895 or 877.482.6822.
12 - 1:30 p.m.
UCC Reunion Luncheon
Lee Alumni Welcome Center
Alumni will gather during the University of Corpus Christi (UCC) Reunion Luncheon for a light meal and to socialize with friends at the Lee Alumni Welcome Center. FMI: 361.825.3895 or 1.877.482.6822.
5 - 7 p.m.
Athletic Hall of Honor Dinner
University Center, Lone Star Ballroom
Intercollegiate athletics plays a special part in boosting campus spirit and developing quality and teamwork among the students. And our alumni follow the Islanders as they compete throughout the nation. Join us for a reception and dinner ceremony recognizing many of our former athletes. Be a part of the special induction of new members into the Athletic Hall of Honor. Tickets: $25. FMI: 361.825.3237.
Saturday, February 6th
9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Islander Alumni Awards Breakfast
University Center, Lone Star Ballroom
Join us for a spectacular event where we honor outstanding alumni, students, faculty, parents and former athletes. Meet and greet our alumni award winners. Tickets required. Tickets: $25. FMI: 361.825.3895 or 1.877.482.6822.
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Alumni Annual Meeting
University Center, Lone Star Ballroom
Join us for the meeting of the National Alumni Association. As your alumni association, you can help shape a great future for this dynamic organization. FMI: 361.825.3895 or 1.877.482.6822.
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Alumni Homecoming Shrimp Boil
American Bank Center, Parking Lot 10
The Greatest Tailgate of the Year! Join fellow alumni at our special tent at the American Bank Center, Parking Lot 10, for fresh boiled shrimp, fixings and drinks. Help turn up the spirit as the excitement builds for the Islanders vs. Nicholls State game. Tickets: $10. FMI: 361.825.3895 or 1.877.482.6822.
5 p.m.
Parade - Chaparral Street
Chaparral Street
We're marching to the American Bank Center to watch our Islander men compete against Nicholls State University. Cheer on the parade as many decorated floats lead the way to the big game. Check-in is at 3 p.m. at American Bank Center parking lot 10. The parade route begins at American Bank Center, parking lot 10 on Chaparral Street and follows left on Mesquite, left on Power Street, and returns to parking lot 10 on Chaparral Street in downtown Corpus Christi. FMI: 361.825.2707.
7 p.m.
Men's Basketball Game
American Bank Center
This exciting game against Nicholls State is the grand finale to Homecoming 2009. Let's pack the American Bank Center and raise the roof. We'll be there to rally our Islanders to victory. The Homecoming Court will be announced at halftime and there will be several chances to win prizes throughout the game. Student admission is free with their SandDollar$ ID at the Shoreline Boulevard box office. Tickets are $8 and $16. Group discounts available. FMI: 361.825.BALL (2255).