Georgia Southern University Homecoming Weekend Events

Here is a quick rundown of events happening this weekend during homecoming at Georgia Southern University.

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 9, 2012

4:00 p.m. Homecoming Parade From Paulson Stadium to Sweetheart Circle Student organizations, campus departments and members of the community enter parade floats, Krazy Kars and characters in a spirit-filled parade starting from Paulson Stadium and ending at Sweetheart Circle. 6:00 p.m. 1950s-1960s Reunion at Bishop Alumni Center Bus transportation available to and from Springhill Suites 6:00 p.m. Alumni Family and Friends BBQ at Bishop Alumni Center Bus transportation available to and from Springhill Suites 6:00 p.m. Furman vs. Georgia Southern Women’s Volleyball Hanner Fieldhouse   6:30 p.m. A Superhero Celebration on Sweetheart Circle Following the parade, a celebration with games, activities and food will serve as the backdrop to the announcement of the 2012 Homecoming Court, crowning of the Duke and Duchess and the winners of this year’s spirit point competition! 8:30 p.m. “The Dark Knight Rises” Outdoor Movie on Sweetheart Circle End the day at a free outdoor movie that celebrates one of the most popular superheroes of our time! Free for all students. Bring your Eagle ID. 8:30 p.m. Georgia Southern University vs. Florida Atlantic Women’s Basketball Hanner Fieldhouse

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2012

7:30 a.m.  True Blue 5k  Starts at RAC Students and community members can stay active and participate in this year’s True Blue 5k all while sporting their Georgia Southern University colors and apparel! Visit services.georgiasouthern.edu/cri for registration information. 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Breakfast with BAGS RJ’s Restaurant 9:00 a.m. – noon Adrian Peterson book sigining University Store 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.   BAGS, MAP & GREEKS Cookout Paulson Stadium Tailgate Area (next to Gate 7) 10:30 a.m. Class of 1962/50-year Graduate Brunch Bishop Alumni Center 2:00 p.m. Homecoming Game: Howard vs. Georgia Southern  Paulson Stadium Cheer on the Eagles to victory as they take on Howard for the 2012 Homecoming game! Contact Athletics for Tickets. During Halftime of game – Crowning of Homecoming King and Queen  Paulson Stadium Two students, nominated by their organizations and voted for by their peers, will be crowned the 2012 Homecoming King and Queen. 7 p.m. – Volleyball: Wofford vs. Georgia Southern Hanner Fieldhouse 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.  Georgia Southern University Stomp Fest 2012 Performing Arts Center 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.   BAGS Old School & New School Dance Russell Union Ballroom Late-night BAGS After Hours Applebee’s Restaurant 1:00 a.m. BAGS After Hours – Cards & More Main Street Billiards (Downtown Statesboro)  

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 11, 2012

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. BAGS Sunday Brunch Emma’s Restaurant (at Holiday Inn)