Homecoming 2007
When autumn winds blow cool and Eagle spirit heats up it can only mean one thing: Thousands of alumni will return to campus Oct. 23-27 as Georgia Southern celebrates Homecoming 2007. A week-long observance with games, reunions and fun geared toward students and grads culminates in the Eagles vs. The Citadel football game at Paulson Stadium, Saturday Oct. 27. Here is a handy guide to everything Homecoming for loyal Eagles everywhere. Go Blue!
Hotel/Motel Accomodations
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Ongoing Events:

Museum Exhibits

  • Mad Scientist Laboratory
  • From Protest to Peace: Northern Irish Murals by The Bogside Artists
  • All Aboard for Model Trains

The Museum is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
 

Saturday, Oct. 20
 

Mud Volleyball - This is a single-elimination mud volleyball tournament and is a fundraiser for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m., RAC Pavilion
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
   

Sunday, Oct. 21
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
2 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
   

Monday, Oct. 22
  Vote for Homecoming Candidates - Students can vote for Homecoming King and Queen online through their WINGS account.
Visit www.georgiasouthernhomecoming.com for more information. Homecoming King and Queen nominees can be found at http://students.georgiasouthern.edu/sac/hc2007/court.php.
  Framed - Students will have the opportunity to get “Framed” by making a free t-shirt or trucker hat
from a picture.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.,  Russell Union Rotunda
  GSU Idol - The musical competition will feature University students competing for the honor of becoming the next GSU Idol. Tickets are $5 and are available in the Performing Arts Center box office.
912-486-7999.
7 p.m., Performing Arts Center
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
   

Tuesday, Oct. 23
  Vote for Homecoming Candidates - Students can vote for Homecoming King and Queen online through their WINGS account.
Visit www.georgiasouthernhomecoming.com for more information. Homecoming King and Queen nominees can be found at http://students.georgiasouthern.edu/sac/hc2007/court.php.
  Sculpt It for the Hungry - Watch participants build Homecoming-themed sculptures from canned goods and non-perishable items. All items used in sculptures will be donated to Food Bank, John's Place or Safe Haven.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Russell Union Rotunda
  Slots for Sleuths - Play casino games or the slot machines. Admission is free.
6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Russell Union Ballroom
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
   

Wednesday, Oct. 24
  Vote for Homecoming Candidates - Students can vote for Homecoming King and Queen online through their WINGS account.
Visit www.georgiasouthernhomecoming.com for more information. Homecoming King and Queen nominees can be found at http://students.georgiasouthern.edu/sac/hc2007/court.php.
  What's for Lunch? - Taste test different foods.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Russell Union Rotunda
  Doo-Dah/Step Show - Tickets are $5 and available in the Office of Student Activities.
7 p.m., Hanner Fieldhouse
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
   

Thursday, Oct. 25
  Have your palm read - Palm Readings by Catherine.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Russell Union Rotunda
  Pep Rally - Get ready for the homecoming game with a pep rally featuring your Georgia Southern Eagles football team, cheerleaders and Gus.
7:30 p.m., RAC Band Shell/Pavilion
  Homecoming Court announcement - Following the pep rally the 2007 Homecoming Court
will be announced.
RAC Band Shell/Pavilion
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
  Crocs Next Step Tour - Rock group Guster and folk/pop singer Brett Dennen will perform as part of the Crocs Next Step Tour (http://www.nextstepcampustour.com), which promotes eco-friendly “green” initiatives while educating attendees on ways to help the environment. One reason Georgia Southern was selected is because the Recreation Activity Center is a LEED Certified Building, a nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. Bring your blanket and enjoy a night under the stars.
8:30 p.m., RAC Band Shell/Pavilion
   

Friday, Oct. 26
  COBA "Guest Professors" - COBA alumni will serve as guest professors in COBA classes Friday morning. Breakfast will be offered to those participating. If anyone is interested in participating they can contact Jamie Lane at jlane@georgiasouthern.edu or (912) 486-7112.
  1950s/1960s Reunion Golf Outing - Registration begins at noon. $30 per person (not included in reunion registration). For more information, contact Alumni Relations at 912-681-5691.
Noon, Forest Heights Country Club
  Homecoming Parade - Route to begin at Paulson Stadium and make its way to Sweetheart Circle.
4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  Homecoming Cookout - Enjoy a hamburger or hot dog following the parade. Presentations of awards for parade entries will also be announced.
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sweetheart Circle
  1950s/1960s Reunion Dinner - "Take Me Out to the Ball Game." For more information, contact
Alumni Relations at 912-681-5691.
6:30 p.m., J.I. Clements Stadium
  Movie - "Transformers." Free admission.
7 p.m., Russell Union Theater
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
  BAGS Welcome Reception - For more information, contact Alumni Relations
at 912-681-5691.
8 p.m., Russell Union Room 2047
  Fireworks - Enjoy a colorful display of fireworks and music. Free admission.
9 p.m., J.I. Clements Baseball Stadium
  BAGS Greek Step Show - $5 per person (not included in registration). For more information, contact Alumni Relations at 912-681-5691.
9:30 p.m., Russell Union Ballroom
  Indoor Laser Tag
9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., RAC Gym
   

Saturday, Oct. 27
  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Reception/Brunch - The Chi Pi Omega Chapter of Statesboro invites all alumni of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority for a reception/brunch.
10 a.m. to noon, College of Education Room 2135.
  Eagle Football vs. The Citadel. To purchase tickets, visit http://www.georgiasoutherneagles.com/ticketinfo.php.
Noon, Paulson Stadium
  Crowning of the Homecoming King & Queen.
Halftime of the football game, Paulson Stadium
  BAGS Game Day Cookout - For more information, contact Alumni Relations at 912-681-5691.
2 p.m., RAC Pavilion
  Center for Wildlife Education Celebrates 10 Years - A variety of family-friendly events including games, activities, trick or treating, fireworks and presentations by Okefenokee Joe and Magic Marc. For more information, visit http://welcome.georgiasouthern.edu/wildlife/upcomingevents.htm.
3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Center for Wildlife Education
  1950s/1960s Reunion Dinner & Senior Prom - For more information, contact Alumni Relations at
912-681-5691.
7 p.m., Forest Heights Country Club
  The Women - Theatre and Performance will perform Clare Boothe Luce's play. Ticket prices are $12 for general public; $8 for University faculty/staff; and $4 for University students with ID. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 912-681-5138.
7:30 p.m., Black Box Theatre, Communication Arts Building Room 1001
  BAGS Reunion Dance - "The Sounds of DJ Malik." For more information, contact Alumni Relations at 912-681-5691.
9 p.m., Russell Union Ballroom
   

Sunday, Oct. 28
 

College of Education - The College will host the unveiling of “The Wall of Honor,” a permanent wall display in the College of Education Building. The wall is dedicated to individuals and organizations who have been generous in their support of the College.
1 p.m., College of Education
  College of Education - The College will host a reception recognizing local student artists and the teachers who have submitted their work for “Southern’s Art Extravaganza.”
3 p.m., College of Education

Hotel/Motel Accomodations

Best Western University Inn, Statesboro, 912-681-7900
Comfort Inn & Suites, Statesboro, 912-681-2400
Holiday Inn Express, Statesboro, 912-489-7368
Hampton Inn, Statesboro, 912-681-7700
LaQuinta Inn, Statesboro, 912-871-2525
Statesboro Inn, Statesboro, 912-489-8628
Trellis Garden Inn, Statesboro, 912-489-8781
Holiday Inn Express, Metter, 912-685-3000
Flat Creek Lodge, Swainsboro, 478-237-3474