2023

PAINT THE TOWN ORANGE!

SATURDAY, 10/28

4 pm, Celebration of Gospel, Center for Performing Arts - Enjoy local and national gospel favorites at the Homecoming Concert. GovState students and Alumni - Free; Seniors 65+: $10; General Admission - $15. Purchase your tickets at the GSU Box Office or CenterTickets.net.

SUNDAY, 10/29

9 am - 5k Walk, Run, Roll - Join us for the 4th Annual Jaguar 5K Run, walk, or roll as the route takes you through the university campus. Click here to register.

MONDAY, 10/30

Spirit Day Theme: Orange Explosion - Wear all orange today!

10 am, Junior Jaguars Paint the Town, Hall of Governors - Family Development Center students show a visual display of their pride.
11 am, GSU Paints the Town, Hall of Governors - All are welcome to participate in painting the GSU Rock & Windows with spirited Homecoming messages.
1 pm, Orange Madness: Club Wars, Hall of Governors - 3-day club/organization competition to win the coveted Club Wars trophy!
3:30 pm, Family Fun Fair, Hall of Governors - Free family friendly activities, trick or treat fun, story time, and more for GovState alumni and the community. Please register here.

TUESDAY, 10/31

Spirit Day Theme: Costume Day wear your favorite costume!

10 am Junior Jaguar Parade, Hall of Governors: Come witness Family Development Center students (and future GovState Jaguars) host a parade to showcase their Jaguar spirit!
1 pm, Orange Madness: Club Wars, Hall of Governors - 3-day club/organization competition to win the coveted Club Wars trophy!
6 pm- Staff vs Student Game, GSU Gymnasium - Students and staff members enjoy a friendly game of basketball. Email cseip@govst.edu to sign-up.

WEDNESDAY, 11/1

Spirit Day Theme: Wacky Wednesday - Dress in mix & match clothes!

12 pm - Día de Muertos Celebration, Hall of Governors - Participate in this celebration of life and death, culture and traditions.
1 pm, Orange Madness: Club Wars, Hall of Governors - 3-day club/organization competition to win the coveted Club Wars trophy!
6 pm, Homecoming Dinner, Engbretson Hall - College of Education sponsored dinner for invited guests

THURSDAY, 11/2

GSU Spirit Day - Wear GSU gear and colors!

12:30pm, Radio Jaguar Launch, Hall of Governors - Come witness the launch of the all-new Radio Jaguar station
1 pm, Homecoming Pep Rally, Hall of Governors - Enjoy a marching band, live performances, and meet GSU Jaguar Athletic teams.
4 pm, Center for Community Media Conversation on Equity and Inclusion in Radio - Reception and panel discussion with special guests from Chicago radio. Register here.
5 - 8:30pm, All Alumni Reception: Join us for a Homecoming Celebration! All Alumni of GovState are invited to a Homecoming Reception to visit campus and enjoy friends
- This event is Free. Registration is required.
- Refreshments and gifts are provided.
7 pm, GSU Women's Volleyball, GSU Gymnasium vs Trinity Christian
7:30 pm, Chicago Southland International Film Festival Annual Binge Fest, F1622 - Features selected short films and excerpts produced by GovState students.

FRIDAY, 11/3

Flashback Friday - dress in 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s clothes!

5 pm, Orange Expressions Open Mic, E-Lounge - Showcase your talent. All acts welcome!POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
7 pm, Greek Stroll Off, Hall of Governors - Watch as local fraternities and sororities display their moves!
7:30pm, She Kills Monsters! Center for Performing Arts - Enjoy this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres and ‘90s pop culture that offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek within us all. Tickets available here.

SATURDAY, 11/4

11 am, Paint the Town Orange! Tailgate Day Party, GSU Gym Parking Lot - Hang out with your fellow Jaguar fans to cheer on GSU Men's and Women's Basketball teams.
1 pm, Women’s Basketball Game, GSU Gymnasium - GSU VS Aquinas College
3 pm, Men’s Basketball Game, GSU Gymnasium: GSU VS Peru State College
8 pm, A Jaguar Affair: Homecoming Student Gala, E-Lounge - Dress to impress for this upscale Homecoming student extravaganza! GSU Students- Free; 18+ older Guests - $20 per person. No entry after 10pm please. Light refreshments provided.