October 17 - 23, 2022
Monday, 10/17
Spirit Day Theme – Safari Day
Wear your best animal prints because you are a Jaguar!
- Cornhole Tournament (Hall of Governors Patio, 12 - 2 p.m.)
- No matter what you call it- “Cornhole” or “Bagz”- don’t miss out on this college staple! Find a friend and create a team for an afternoon of fun! This will be a “16 Team - Single Elimination - Tournament Style” event for a chance to win some university swag! Everyone who plays will walk away with a prize!
- To sign up your team, please email CASInfo@govst.edu to reserve your spot. Spots will be limited to the first 16 teams that register. Rain location: Hall of Governors
- Club Wars (Hall of Governors, 1 – 3 p.m.)
Come out and show the campus what your student club/organization is made
of by participating in daily competitive challenges to win bragging rights,
club allocations, a GSU trophy, and pizza party! Must be a recognized GSU
Club/Org to participate in this competition. Click here to register by 10/7/22.
- Jaguar Treasure Expedition (Hall of Governors, 3 - 4 p.m.)
- Chicago Southland International Film Festival Short Film Competition (Online, All week)
Attendees
can purchase passes here
or visit our Virtual Festival to unlock and watch individual programs here.
The virtual festival will include five short film programs that include
international films selected for the CSIFF Short Film Competition. Don’t forget
to rate the films after you watch to help us crown the Audience Choice Award
Winner!
Be sure to use a discount code for students, faculty, staff, and Veterans:
#GSUStudentPass
(gets them a pass to all
programs for $25)
#GSUstudenttix
(tickets to individual programs are only $5)
#Veteran
(veteran discount / 25% off)
#GSUemployee
(25% off for staff and faculty)
Tuesday, 10/18
Spirit Day Theme – Character Day
Let your inner Geek Roar!
- Junior Jaguars Parade (Hall of Governors, 10 - 11 a.m.)
- Come check out the PARADE of Junior Jaguars from the Family Development Center as they celebrate Homecoming!
- Club Wars (Hall of Governors, 12 – 2 p.m.)
- Come out and show the campus what your student club/organization is made of by participating in daily competitive challenges to win bragging rights, club allocations, a GSU trophy, and pizza party! Must be a recognized GSU Club/Org to participate in this competition. Click here to register by 10/7/22.
- Come to the Den and Let Your Mental Health Roar (Engbretson Hall, 1 - 4 p.m.)
- Are you a beast at games? Come in and show us! Come play a variety of games including: Flip Uno, Giant Jenga, Chess, Xbox World, Connect 4, and Color Your Heart Away. Light refreshments will be provided.
- Headshots for Jaguars (E-1522, 3 - 8 p.m.)
- COB Student and Alumni Fall 2022 Reception (Hall of Honors, 6:30 - 8 p.m.)
The College of Business invites students,
faculty, alumni, and staff to celebrate past accomplishments and future
opportunities. Please RSVP here.
- College of Education - Love as a Protective Factor (Engbretson Hall, 6 p.m.)
The harsh realities of
everyday life can take a toll on one’s emotional and physical wellbeing.
Research has shown that a loving, secure relationship can protect people and
become a safe haven from the stresses of everyday life. This is important
for everyone, but especially for those from marginalized groups. Special guest,
Dr. Lori Russell-Chapin will discuss the impact of love on the brain. Dr.
Russell-Chapin is the Co-director of the Center for Collaborative Brain
Research at Bradley University and is board certified in neurofeedback.
If
you are a COE alumni, current student, faculty or staff member, please consider
attending this special homecoming event. RSVP are required.
- GSU Faculty and Staff CLICK HERE to register
- GSU Students, Alumni, and Community members, CLICK HERE to register
Wednesday, 10/19
Spirit Day Theme – Roaring 20s
Dress in ‘Roaring 20s’ attire & celebrate all that's jazzy at GSU!
- Get to Know the College of Health and Human Services (Hall of Governors, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Club Wars (Hall of Governors, 1 – 3 p.m.)
Come out and show the campus what your student club/organization is made
of by participating in daily competitive challenges to win bragging rights,
club allocations, a GSU trophy, and pizza party! Must be a recognized GSU
Club/Org to participate in this competition. Click here to register by 10/7/22.
- Library Jam (GSU Library, 5 - 8 p.m.)
Turn up the volume and bring out the pizza! The Alumni are
taking over the GSU Library! Help us celebrate Homecoming with our first
ever Alumni Library Jam. Come
back to the spot where you spent countless hours typing, researching, and
studying. But this time it’s all food and fun! Enjoy pizza as the DJ spins the
hits and we promise, no assignments are due! We can’t wait to see you there! Click here to register.
- Homecoming Bonfire & Kickback (Behind Hall of Governors patio, 6:30 p.m.)
- Get pumped for tomorrow's big game at the Homecoming Bonfire and Kickback! Enjoy food, performances, live DJ and more. Get ready to cheer the Women's Volleyball on to another win! Go Jaguars!
Thursday, 10/20
Spirit Day Theme – Jaguar Pride Day
Show your Jaguar Pride by wearing GSU colors or Jaguar gear!
- Homecoming Pep Rally (Hall of Governors, 1 - 3 p.m.)
- Homecoming Game: GSU Volleyball vs. Olivet Nazarene(GSU Gymnasium, 7 p.m.)
All are welcome to come
out, support and cheer on the GSU Women’s Volleyball Team! Free admission with
your myOneCard for GSU Students, Faculty and Staff.
Guest: $6.00 for adults,
$3.00 for children (under 12) Giveaways
will be provided!!!
Friday, 10/21
Spirit Day Theme – Sneakerhead Day
Wear your favorite sneakers and/or sport your favorite team jersey!
- Conglomeration Gallery Opening (E-lounge & Art Gallery, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.)
Sure to be the centerpiece of Homecoming Week, “CONGLOMERTION” is an art exhibition for GSU alumni artists to show off their artwork and reconnect with their alma mater! This event is open to all art lovers and offers food, beverages, music, and prizes. Walk-ins are welcome; but registration is required to be entered in the drawing for prizes (and you must be present at the event to win). Register here for the event today!
- The Jaguar Prowl: Homecoming Sneaker Ball (University Park Golf Course Clubhouse, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.)
- It’s Homecoming! Grab your favorite sneakers, J’s or gym shoes and Dress to Impress. Live performances and refreshments served.
- Doors close at 11 pm
- GSU students Free with valid GSU ID, 18+ guests of GSU students $20 CASH AT DOOR
Saturday, 10/22
- GSU Women’s Basketball Scrimmage vs. Oakton CC (GSU Gym, 1 p.m.)
- All
are welcome to come out, support and cheer on the GSU Women’s Basketball Team
- Free
admission with your myOneCard for GSU Students, Faculty and Staff.
- Guests
admission price: $6.00 for adults, $3.00 for children (under 12)
Sunday, 10/23
- GSU's 3rd Annual Jaguar 5k, Run, Walk, Roll! (Main Entrance, 9 a.m.)
Join students, staff, alumni, community members, family, and friends as we run, walk, and roll through the university campus.
Register on the RunSignup website:
Use the code GSU2022 to get the $20 off registration GSU-connected discount.
Register early to get a free shirt. Sign up fast as shirt quantities are limited.
- Celebration of Gospel: Homecoming Concert(Center for Performing Arts, 4 p.m.)
Join us for a spirit filled concert with a stellar lineup featuring local and national gospel artists: James Hall and Worship & Praise, Latice Crawford, The Victory Travelers, Demario Tribett, Lavargna Hubbard, Chantel Varnado and VJ McCoy and the Worship Experience.
- Concert hosted by Marcus Brady and AM 1390's Sonya Blakey.
- GSU students free with valid GSU ID
- GSU Faculty/Staff, Alumni, and Seniors 65 and older - $10
- General Admission - $20 per person
For all Homecoming inquiries, email Homecoming@govst.edu.
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE