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Homecoming 2008 Events
Friday, October 31
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: Lakeview Golf Course
Your registration package includes green fees, cart, snacks, beverage vouchers, JMU Alumni gift pack, breakfast, lunch, and an awards presentation. Awards go to the top three and the last place teams, with first place scoring an invitation to the Madison Cup tourney. There will be a $10,000 Hole-in-one hole and Closest to the Pin and Long Drive contests. Registration is $90 for an individual, and $325 for a team of four.
5:00 p.m.
Take a stand! Duke Dog wants YOU to join in the Homecoming fun by cheering on your classmates as they rally up support for their clubs and organizations. Line the streets, enjoy some free popcorn and candy, and show your JMU spirit!
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunset on the Quad will be an all-out party on the Quad! Taking place this year on HALLOWEEN, this fun-filled evening will be full of performances by JMU’s various a cappella groups, dance groups, and other forms of entertainment will be present. There will be plenty of games to play and participate in and FREE FOOD will definitely add to the fun! Sunset’s theme this year is Paws and Stripes Forever, so come out and show your JMU pride in all of your purple and gold attire!!
8:00 p.m.
Location: Festival Ballroom
Come spend your evening wagering for fun and dealing for the Dukes! The evening will feature a poker tournament for the card Players and fun casino games for the rest. Open to all alumni, the 100-seat tournament will be no-limit Texas Hold'em and will be played until one winner emerges! Roulette, craps and other casino favorites will be available along with food and drink all night long for everyone. Tickets are $50 for poker tournament entrants, and $20 for all others. All tickets get you food, soft drinks and chips for the casino games. Tournament entrants will also receive a base amount of chips for the tournament. Cash bar available. Register Online
9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Location: Downtown 56
Join the BAC for an evening social and listen to the Telly Tucker Trio our very own JMU alumni. Downtown 56, one of Harrisonburg's newest restaurants, offers upscale American cuisine in a restored brick warehouse setting. Located in the former City Produce Exchange building, Downtown 56 is open for lunch, dinner, and Saturday brunch. Tini's at Downtown 56, the on-site piano bar, frequently features live music.
Saturday, October 27
8:00 a.m.
Start Homecoming Saturday off right with the UREC 5K, open to all JMU faculty, staff, students, alumni and the surrounding community. For $12 (pre-registered) or $15 (day-of), participants will enjoy a run through campus and receive a Homecoming 5K t-shirt! Register Online
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Grand Ballroom, Festival Conference Student Center
Hear JMU’s first football coach, Dr. Challace McMillin discuss the day’s opponent (Delaware), the JMU team, and the strategies the Dukes need to win. Hear his thoughts on what to watch for during the game, and his predictions. Special guests may drop by, so make sure to be there! Register Online
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Wilson Hall, Rooms 305 & 306
Calling all students and alumni interested in participating in the 2008-2009 mentoring program. All are encouraged to attend this reception. For additional information, contact Melanie Hayden, melaniehayden08@hotmail.com.
11:00 a.m.
Location: Lot C4 (Old J Lot - Hillside)
Bring your cooler and tailgate chairs and join fellow alumni for our annual tailgate party sponsored by the Black Alumni Chapter, CMISS, JMU Admissions. Featuring a DJ Peachez playing all of your favorites, from old school to new school. Your RSVP is appreciated!
1:00 p.m.
Location: Grafton-Stovall Theatre, Warren Campus Center
Come out and hear CGS and your spirit energized. Reminisce about your days as a member of the choir and join in on the concert.
1:30 p.m.
Location: Godwin Field
Reconnect with all your friends in the ultimate game day experience of a JMU tailgate! The tailgate area will be open to everyone, and food will be available for purchase a la carte, along with a cash bar open to our participants. Be sure to stop by the BAC table!!!! Register Online
3:30 p.m.
Location: Bridgeforth Stadium
Cheer on the Dukes as they play Delaware – always a difficult conference game!
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Taylor 405, Warren Campus Center
Cost: $20
Celebrating Class Reunion Years ending 3 or 8, Sororities, Fraternities, Staff, Faculty and all Alums! Reconnect while enjoying wine, beer, and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Purchase your ticket.
8:00 p.m. (Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.
Location: Wilson Hall
Sponsored by the Center for Multicultural Student Services & the Black/Latino Greek Caucus. Teams Performing: ΑΦΑ, ΚΑΨ, ΩΨΦ, ΛΥΛ, ΑΚΑ, ΔΣΘ and ΣΓΡ. Get the best deal and buy your tickets online
10:00p.m.
Location: The Blue Nile