Kick off Fall at Homecoming 2004

“Kicking Off New Traditions” is the theme for the October 30, 2004 Homecoming celebration. Kutztown is steeped in tradition and this year we’re looking to kick off some new traditions. Some new traditions we’ll see this year include a pep rally and Tailgate City. The Friday night pep rally will include appearances by mascots Goldie and Griz, the KU Marching Unit and the Homecoming Court. Immediately following the pep rally will be a fireworks display, the first on campus in many years.

Tailgate City is a venue for student organizations on campus to invite their alumni back for a little food, fun and socializing before and during the football game. For the premiere event 15 organizations have decided to hold reunions. Dick Button, director of development for the KU Foundation and the creator of Tailgate City feels this gives alumni another valuable reason to return to campus. According to Button, “Tailgate City is a great opportunity for alumni to reunite with the organizations they were a part of and network with alumni and current students sharing similar interests.” Glenn Godshall, director of Alumni Relations adds that, “The purpose of Tailgate City is to provide a festive homecoming atmosphere where alumni can return to campus for a smaller, more focused event involving their former organizations in a relaxed environment.”

A few of the tried and true events planned include the Alumni Brunch and Class Reunions in the Field House honoring all alumni but especially those celebrating their 5-, 10-, 15-, 20-, and 25-year reunions. The dedication of the new Science Center will also be taking place at Homecoming. Be sure to take time to tour the remarkable new facilities. You can also look forward to the Children’s Festival, KU Marching Unit halftime show, and the naming of the 2004 Homecoming king and queen. And, don’t miss the famous “5th Quarter” Alumni Homecoming Party after the game. This annual alumni party is always a crowd-pleaser and includes door prizes, music, food and drinks. Best of all, it’s free!

Registration forms are on the back page of your Tower magazine and you can also register right online.

Click here for the schedule of events and to register.