About the Coalition
“The Homecoming Coalition exists to unify the UK Community through
programmatic efforts, bringing forward a celebration of tradition, spirit,
and university values.”
Liaison Program
The University of Kentucky’s Homecoming Coalition was formed in February 2010 and has
since worked to better coordinate many organizations’ individual programming into one
cohesive Homecoming Schedule. The Homecoming Coalition is made up of representatives from
several on campus student organizations; including the Student Activities Board, the Black
Student Union, the Center for Community Outreach, Dance Blue, UK Student Government,
Students Today Alumni Tomorrow, TEAM WILDCAT, and the National Pan-Hellenic Council.
All of these organizations work together to coordinate a week long schedule of events including
(but not limited to); Dance Blue 5K, Paint the Town Blue, Homecoming Pep Rally/Parade, Mo
Xavia
Gantz
Betta Basketball Game, Mr. and Miss Black UK,
Mic
Check, and Step Show.
(678)333-5411
In an effort to move forward with a cohesive
Homecoming Schedule, the Homecoming Coalition
xavia.gantz@uky.edu
has appointed two Overall Student Co-Coordinators and a Promotional Coordinator to help
direct, schedule, and promote the Homecoming events. In order to get more information or
questions for planning please don’t hesitate contact Aleigh Oney or Xavia Gantz (Overall
Student Co-Coordinators) or Hagen Brown (Promotional Coordinator):
The Homecoming Coalition has created this liaison program in hopes of providing students the
opportunity to be a part of the Coalition. This is a great leadership opportunity, amongst one
of the greatest traditions at UK. We are seeking highly motivated students with a high level of
independence and a passion for increasing student and organizational involvement in
homecoming.
Time Commitment: 2 hours a week
Responsibilities:
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Attend Homecoming Coalition Liaison Training Retreat (2 hours) Date—TBD
Log one office hour per week in the CCO – available for organizations if they have
questions
Assist the Coalition in raising awareness and tabling events around campus during
events such as, K-Week, Student Involvement Fair, and Coalition independent
pubbing events
Attend organizations meetings assigned by coordinators and encourage their
organization to participate in and get involved with homecoming events
Know the Homecoming Rulebook and event details thoroughly to act as a source for
information prior to Homecoming Week
Be available to serve as organizations Point of Contact during the Week of
Homecoming
Must be flexible with schedule and timely to events
Must attend all events during Homecoming Week---times and specifics subject to
coordinators
Please see the following paper and fill out the necessary information to
apply for this position. Please include resume with application.
All applications are due no later than April 18th to Office # 203 by noon.
To Apply:
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: ________________________________________________________________
Year: _________________________________________________________________________
Major: ________________________________________________________________________
Current GPA __________________________
Fall Semester Hours_____________
Involvement for Fall 2014 Semeter: ________________________________________________
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Why are you interested in being a liaison for the Homecoming Coalition?
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How did you hear about this position?
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