ENMU Homecoming 2013

2013 Homecoming (Tentative) Schedule

Friday, October 4

The Homecoming Golf Experience — 8 a.m.-noon and 1-5 p.m.

The department of Athletics invites you to participate in a great day of golf. Due to popular demand and an overwhelming number of participants, this event will be split into morning and afternoon tee times. Advance registration is required. Please contact the Department of Athletics by calling 575-562-2153 for more information.

Alumni Registration—Campus Union Lobby, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Stop by the alumni registration table, and let us know you are here! The office of Alumni Affairs will be giving out name tags, traditional homecoming buttons, and other freebies. General admission tickets to the Greyhound Homecoming football game will be available for purchase in the lobby.

1960-1970 Class Reunion Luncheon—Campus Union Pecos Room, 12 p.m.

The weekend kicks off Friday with alumni registration in the Campus Union Lobby and a luncheon at noon in the Pecos Room. Dr. Gamble, ENMU president, will stop by to visit and give an update on the University. Then hold on tight as we board the carts for a campus tour provided by the President’s Ambassadors.

COPE Reception—COPE Center, 1700 South Avenue I, 3-5 p.m.

The Council of Professors Emeriti will sponsor a special reception for emeritus and former faculty members. Current faculty, alumni, and members of the community are invited to attend this event.

CDIS Alumni Reception---HHS Conference Room, Lea Hall Room 137, 1500 S. Ave K, 3-5 p.m.

The ENMU Communicative Disorders Program is 50 years strong and still leading the pack! This Homecoming, CDIS invites you to an alumni reception in the newly remodeled clinic facilities to celebrate not only the program’s success, but also growth. Light beverages will be served.

College of Education and Technology School Carnival—Education Building Lawn, South Avenue N, 3:30-7 p.m.

A school carnival with all the traditional merriment of fun, food, games, entertainment, book fair, and petting zoo will be hosted by the College of Education and Technology. Bring your extra change and be ready to have an afternoon of fun!

Greyhound Grill—Casa del Sol, 1401 W. 17th St., 6-8 p.m.

We’re all fired up for a backyard party! Alumni and friends are invited to join us for a casual cookout located at Casa del Sol (across from the University tennis courts). Special guests will include recipients of the Alumni Association and ENMU Foundation Awards and the Education Hall of Honors and members of the 1963 reunion class.

In the event of inclement weather, the Alumni Association will host Greyhound Grill in the Zia Room of the Campus Union Building (CUB).

Bonfire—Greyhound Arena, 8 p.m.

Student Government, ENMU cheerleaders, athletic teams, and Greyhound Sound invite you to attend a pep rally and the lighting of the bonfire. The 2013 Homecoming King and Queen will be announced!

2013 Homecoming (Tentative) Schedule

Saturday, October 5

The ENMU Foundation 38th Annual Breakfast—Campus Union Ballroom, 8 a.m.

Homecoming 2013 marks the 38th ENMU Foundation Breakfast to honor donors. Everyone is invited to attend the breakfast. Invitations are mailed to donors and special guests to this annual event. For all other guests, it is $10 per person. Additional tickets can be requested by calling the ENMU Foundation toll free at 888-291-5524. Serving begins at 7:30 a.m. for early arrivals. During the breakfast program, ENMU Foundation and ENMU Alumni Association awards will be presented. Members of the Class of 1963, Educator Hall of Honor recipients, and the Distinguished Emeritus Faculty Award recipients will be recognized.

The Homecoming Parade—10:30 a.m.

Everyone loves a parade! The ENMU Homecoming parade has traditionally provided fun and entertainment for everyone. Please contact the office of Alumni Affairs at alumni.affairs@enmu.edu or call 575-562-2125 for entry information.

Sodexo Buffet—Crossroads, Campus Union, 11:30a.m.-1:15 p.m.

Immediately following the parade, join us for the traditional buffet in the Crossroads dining facility. This is a feast at its finest, and everyone is invited; no reservations are needed. Tickets will be available at the door for $8.25 per person.

The Homecoming Football Game—Greyhound Stadium, 2 p.m.

The Homecoming game will match the Greyhounds against McMurry State. Halftime activities at the football game will include the presentation of the Homecoming King and Queen and their court. Winners of the 2013 ENMU Homecoming floats will be announced along with local business sponsors for this event. Be a Greyhound fan! Wear green and show your ENMU pride!

ENMU Educator Hall of Honor Gala—Campus Union Ballroom, 6:30 p.m.

Everyone is invited to attend the sixth annual ENMU Educator Hall of Honor Gala. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with dinner served at 7 p.m. Free tickets will be mailed to honorees and special guests of this annual event. For all other guests, the cost is $15 per person. Advance tickets can be requested by calling the College of Education and Technology at 575