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October 7, 2002 Volume 27, Issue 10 |
2002 Homecoming week schedule
Monday, Oct. 7-Friday, Oct. 11
7 a.m.-2 a.m.
Library exhibit, "Dear Jackie: Letters to Coach Jackie Sherrill (1991-2002)," sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library's second and third floors. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
Tuesday, Oct. 8
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free Picnic for MSU students, sponsored by the Alumni Association, under the tent on the Drill Field. For more information, contact Libba Andrews, 325-3479 or Karen Hudson, 325-2284.
7:30-10 p.m.
"Back to the '70s" Party, sponsored by the Black Student Alliance, Colvard Union ballroom. Prizes for the best '70s costume. Refreshments, music and dancing.
Wednesday, Oct. 9
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Transylvania Bowl blood drive, sponsored by IFC, NPHC and PanHellenic, Colvard Union, Rooms 301 and 302.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
7-11 p.m.
Karakoke Night at Herbert Hall, sponsored by the Resident Hall Association. For more information contact 325-2255.
Thursday, Oct. 10
Front Door Decoration Competition, sponsored by PSSAC and Student Affairs.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Transylvania Bowl blood drive, sponsored by IFC, NPHC and PanHellenic, Comfort Suites conference room, Starkville.
4-5 p.m.
Department of Art lecture, "Life, Death, and Redemption in the Beauty Salon," Michael A. Dorsey, former Art Department head, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Brent Funderburk, 325-2144 or e-mail brent@ra.msstate.edu.
Friday, Oct. 11
All Day
Maroon-and-White Day
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Transylvania Bowl blood drive, sponsored by IFC, NPHC and PanHellenic, Comfort Suites conference room, Starkville.
2 p.m.
Public Service Awards ceremony, sponsored by the Department of Political Science, Colvard Union art lounge. For more information, contact Tracy Britt, 325-7851 or e-mail tbritt@PS.msstate.edu.
4 p.m.
Maroon and White Baseball Scrimmage, Dudy Noble Field, Polk-DeMent Stadium. Open to the public. For more information, contact Russ McNickel, 325-3597.
5:30 p.m.
Homecoming Parade, sponsored by the Alumni Delegates. Parade begins at the corner of University Drive and Nash Street.
5:30-7 p.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion registration, Butler-Williams Alumni Center lobby.
6 p.m.
Schillig Scholars Alumni Reunion Social/Cookout, Drill Field. For more information, contact Sheila Coleman, 325-2559 or e-mail sheila@ra.msstate.edu.
6:30 p.m.
Pep Rally, immediately following the parade at the Amphitheater. Sponsored by the Student Association.
7:30-9:30 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
9:30 p.m.-midnight
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion Smooth Jazz Social/Rhythm and Blues Dance, Council of Community Organizations of Oktibbeha County Inc., 1408 Old Highway 82 East, Starkville.
Saturday, Oct. 12
7:15 a.m.
23rd Annual 4-Mile Run with the Big Dawgs registration, sponsored by the Student Association. Race begins at 8 a.m. at the North Farm. Entry fee is $7 for students, faculty and staff and $12 for general public. For more information, contact Jessica Sparks, 320-7315.
8 a.m.
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni Breakfast, Bost auditorium. For more information, contact Lynn Reinschiedt, Pat Little, or Gayle McClure, 325-2110 or e-mail rein@cals.msstate.edu; plittle@cals.msstate.edu; gmcclure@cals.msstate.edu.
8-9 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion registration and continental breakfast, Colvard Union art lounge. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
8-10:30 a.m.
Civil Engineering Alumni Homecoming Breakfast, Walker Engineering Laboratories, first floor. For more information, contact Patsy Foster, 325-3050 or e-mail pfoster@engr.msstate.edu.
9 a.m.
Visit with Coach Jackie Sherrill, sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library, second floor. Come meet and talk with Mississippi State's winningest football coach. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
9-10:30 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion business meeting, Colvard Union small auditorium. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
9 a.m.-noon
MSU Friends of the Library Annual Fall Book Sale, sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library. The John Grisham Room/Exhibits will be open. For more information, contact Frances Coleman, 325-7661 or e-mail FColeman@library.Msstate.edu.
9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Library exhibit, "Dear Jackie: Letters to Coach Jackie Sherrill (1991-2002)," sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library's second and third floors. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
9:30 a.m.
College of Engineering Jazz Brunch and McCain Hall Rededication, main entrance of McCain. Rededication and ribbon-cutting ceremony, building tours and celebration of Dean Emeritus Harry Simrall's 90th birthday. For more information, contact Jane Flowers, 325-7183 or e-mail flowers@engr.msstate.edu.
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Army ROTC Homecoming Open House, Middleton Hall. For more information, contact John Rogowski, 325-3503 or e-mail jrogowski@armyrotc.msstate.edu.
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Alumni/Scholarship Recognition Reception, sponsored by the Department of Agricultural Economics, Lloyd-Ricks, Room 101. For more information, contact Wes Wolfe, 325-2750 or e-mail wolfe@agecon.msstate.edu.
10 a.m.-noon
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
College of Arts and Sciences Fall Health Professionals' Day Reception, Colvard Union, second-floor dining rooms. For more information, contact Danette Barrier, 325-8071 or e-mail danette@deanas.msstate.edu.
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Alumni Association Pre-game Open House, Butler-Williams Alumni Center. For more information, contact Dianne Jackson, 325-3444 or e-mail djackson@alumni.msstate.edu.
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion Tailgate Party, McArthur Hall. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
11:30 a.m.
Homecoming Court Reception, sponsored by the Alumni Association, Butler-Williams Alumni Center. For more information, contact Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
1:30 p.m.
Kick-off, Mississippi State vs. Troy State, Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Coronation ceremony at halftime. For more information, contact the Student Association, 325-3917.
10 p.m.-1 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion Old School Dance, Council of Community Organizations of Oktibbeha County Inc., 1408 Old Highway 82 East, Starkville. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
Sunday, Oct. 13
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion breakfast, Perry Cafeteria. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
10-11 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion worship service, Lee Hall. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
1-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
1 p.m.-1 a.m.
Library exhibit, "Dear Jackie: Letters to Coach Jackie Sherrill (1991-2002)," sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library's second and third floor. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
7 a.m.-2 a.m.
Library exhibit, "Dear Jackie: Letters to Coach Jackie Sherrill (1991-2002)," sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library's second and third floors. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
Tuesday, Oct. 8
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free Picnic for MSU students, sponsored by the Alumni Association, under the tent on the Drill Field. For more information, contact Libba Andrews, 325-3479 or Karen Hudson, 325-2284.
7:30-10 p.m.
"Back to the '70s" Party, sponsored by the Black Student Alliance, Colvard Union ballroom. Prizes for the best '70s costume. Refreshments, music and dancing.
Wednesday, Oct. 9
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Transylvania Bowl blood drive, sponsored by IFC, NPHC and PanHellenic, Colvard Union, Rooms 301 and 302.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
7-11 p.m.
Karakoke Night at Herbert Hall, sponsored by the Resident Hall Association. For more information contact 325-2255.
Thursday, Oct. 10
Front Door Decoration Competition, sponsored by PSSAC and Student Affairs.
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Transylvania Bowl blood drive, sponsored by IFC, NPHC and PanHellenic, Comfort Suites conference room, Starkville.
4-5 p.m.
Department of Art lecture, "Life, Death, and Redemption in the Beauty Salon," Michael A. Dorsey, former Art Department head, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Brent Funderburk, 325-2144 or e-mail brent@ra.msstate.edu.
Friday, Oct. 11
All Day
Maroon-and-White Day
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Transylvania Bowl blood drive, sponsored by IFC, NPHC and PanHellenic, Comfort Suites conference room, Starkville.
2 p.m.
Public Service Awards ceremony, sponsored by the Department of Political Science, Colvard Union art lounge. For more information, contact Tracy Britt, 325-7851 or e-mail tbritt@PS.msstate.edu.
4 p.m.
Maroon and White Baseball Scrimmage, Dudy Noble Field, Polk-DeMent Stadium. Open to the public. For more information, contact Russ McNickel, 325-3597.
5:30 p.m.
Homecoming Parade, sponsored by the Alumni Delegates. Parade begins at the corner of University Drive and Nash Street.
5:30-7 p.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion registration, Butler-Williams Alumni Center lobby.
6 p.m.
Schillig Scholars Alumni Reunion Social/Cookout, Drill Field. For more information, contact Sheila Coleman, 325-2559 or e-mail sheila@ra.msstate.edu.
6:30 p.m.
Pep Rally, immediately following the parade at the Amphitheater. Sponsored by the Student Association.
7:30-9:30 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
9:30 p.m.-midnight
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion Smooth Jazz Social/Rhythm and Blues Dance, Council of Community Organizations of Oktibbeha County Inc., 1408 Old Highway 82 East, Starkville.
Saturday, Oct. 12
7:15 a.m.
23rd Annual 4-Mile Run with the Big Dawgs registration, sponsored by the Student Association. Race begins at 8 a.m. at the North Farm. Entry fee is $7 for students, faculty and staff and $12 for general public. For more information, contact Jessica Sparks, 320-7315.
8 a.m.
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Alumni Breakfast, Bost auditorium. For more information, contact Lynn Reinschiedt, Pat Little, or Gayle McClure, 325-2110 or e-mail rein@cals.msstate.edu; plittle@cals.msstate.edu; gmcclure@cals.msstate.edu.
8-9 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion registration and continental breakfast, Colvard Union art lounge. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
8-10:30 a.m.
Civil Engineering Alumni Homecoming Breakfast, Walker Engineering Laboratories, first floor. For more information, contact Patsy Foster, 325-3050 or e-mail pfoster@engr.msstate.edu.
9 a.m.
Visit with Coach Jackie Sherrill, sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library, second floor. Come meet and talk with Mississippi State's winningest football coach. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
9-10:30 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion business meeting, Colvard Union small auditorium. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
9 a.m.-noon
MSU Friends of the Library Annual Fall Book Sale, sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library. The John Grisham Room/Exhibits will be open. For more information, contact Frances Coleman, 325-7661 or e-mail FColeman@library.Msstate.edu.
9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Library exhibit, "Dear Jackie: Letters to Coach Jackie Sherrill (1991-2002)," sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library's second and third floors. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.
9:30 a.m.
College of Engineering Jazz Brunch and McCain Hall Rededication, main entrance of McCain. Rededication and ribbon-cutting ceremony, building tours and celebration of Dean Emeritus Harry Simrall's 90th birthday. For more information, contact Jane Flowers, 325-7183 or e-mail flowers@engr.msstate.edu.
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Army ROTC Homecoming Open House, Middleton Hall. For more information, contact John Rogowski, 325-3503 or e-mail jrogowski@armyrotc.msstate.edu.
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Alumni/Scholarship Recognition Reception, sponsored by the Department of Agricultural Economics, Lloyd-Ricks, Room 101. For more information, contact Wes Wolfe, 325-2750 or e-mail wolfe@agecon.msstate.edu.
10 a.m.-noon
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
College of Arts and Sciences Fall Health Professionals' Day Reception, Colvard Union, second-floor dining rooms. For more information, contact Danette Barrier, 325-8071 or e-mail danette@deanas.msstate.edu.
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Alumni Association Pre-game Open House, Butler-Williams Alumni Center. For more information, contact Dianne Jackson, 325-3444 or e-mail djackson@alumni.msstate.edu.
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion Tailgate Party, McArthur Hall. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
11:30 a.m.
Homecoming Court Reception, sponsored by the Alumni Association, Butler-Williams Alumni Center. For more information, contact Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
1:30 p.m.
Kick-off, Mississippi State vs. Troy State, Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Coronation ceremony at halftime. For more information, contact the Student Association, 325-3917.
10 p.m.-1 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion Old School Dance, Council of Community Organizations of Oktibbeha County Inc., 1408 Old Highway 82 East, Starkville. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
Sunday, Oct. 13
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion breakfast, Perry Cafeteria. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
10-11 a.m.
Black Alumni Society Homecoming Reunion worship service, Lee Hall. For more information, contact Evan Cain, 601-956-6908 or e-mail nupsey@hotmail.com, or Karen Hudson, 325-2284 or e-mail khudson@alumni.msstate.edu.
1-4 p.m.
MSU 2002 Art Alumni Exhibition, Clive Pates: Recent Paintings, Department of Art Gallery, McComas Hall. For more information, contact Alexander Stelioes-Wills, 325-2970 or e-mail swills@ra.msstate.edu.
1 p.m.-1 a.m.
Library exhibit, "Dear Jackie: Letters to Coach Jackie Sherrill (1991-2002)," sponsored by MSU Libraries, Mitchell Memorial Library's second and third floor. For more information, contact Pattye Archer, 325-6636 or e-mail PArcher@library.msstate.edu.