2015 Mizzou
Homecoming
Residence Hall & Organization
Rulebook
Table of Contents
DIRECTOR’S LETTER
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BLOOD
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PARADE5
PUBLIC RELATIONS8
SERVICE10
SPECIAL EVENTS13
TRADITIONS19
APPENDIX22
Director’s Letter
The Homecoming Steering Committee and the Mizzou Alumni Association would like to
thank you for participating in Homecoming 2015. This year the University of Missouri commemorates the 104th Homecoming by celebrating the traditions of our university and the
pride of all Missouri Tigers. Homecoming is a time in which students, faculty, staff, community members and alumni come together to celebrate Mizzou and its impressive history of
excellence. Mizzou students maintain and improve upon past traditions each year through
Homecoming festivities, and simultaneously look to the future as they create tradtions of
their own.
The Mizzou Alumni Association is proud to celebrate many events including the Homecoming Blood Drive, which is recognized as the nation’s largest student-run blood drive. The
Homecoming Food Drive benefits the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. Campus Decorations and the Homecoming Parade are unique experiences that combine creativity and service to the Mizzou family and Columbia community. These are just a few of the
many Homecoming events that help bring Tiger spirit to Mizzou’s campus every Homecoming season. All events that support Mizzou would not be possible without the time and dedication of our students. We want to thank you for your commitment and hope you continue to
carry on the same Mizzou spirit in years to come, and to help make 2015 another sucessful
Homecoming.
The Homecoming Steering Committee has been working tirelessly in preparation for the
2015 Homecoming celebration. We strive to make positive changes each and every year,
and this year these changes are apparent in all areas of our Homecoming festivities. We are
excited about the events and activities scheduled in the weeks and days leading up to October 10th, when the fighting Missouri Tigers take on the Florida Gators.
Please use this rulebook as a resource for information regarding all aspects of the Homecoming celebration. Please keep in mind that these rules are subject to change. If changes
are implemented, liaisons will be notified to ensure clear communication for all organizations
involved. The Homecoming Steering Committee is committed to Mizzou and all participants.
We strive to foster Mizzou pride and spread the magic of Homecoming. We truly look forward to working with you!
In the spirit of Homecoming,
Tanner Bryant, Kelsey Denker, Kit Nelson
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Blood
Overview
Katelyn Entzeroth
Sam Hallett
Justine Kaminski
Grant Pittrich
HomecomingBloodDrive@missouri.edu
The Homecoming Blood Drive will be a four-day event, held in the Hearnes Center
Fieldhouse during the following dates and times:
Monday, Sept. 28, 2015: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2015: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
General Information
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Please visit www.donateblood.com to register. Registering gives you an
appointment and reduces your wait time.
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You are allowed to donate for a total of 3 different types of organizations: one
Greek chapter, one residence hall, and one campus organization
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Individuals who attempt to donate blood at the satellite drive locations count
toward the total donations for the campus organization.
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If you believe you will be unable to donate, someone may donate in your
residence hall’s name at one of the satellite drives or in place of your pre-registered
appointment time.
Satellite Blood Drives
Satellite Drives will be held in certain cities throughout the surrounding area. Sign-up
sheets will be provided at each location
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Final satellite locations will be listed at www.donteblood.com
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A prewritten letter will be provided to students who wish to send additional
information outside the Mizzou community. This includes alumni, family, and friends.
Definitions
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Solicitation: To request that others unaffiliated with your organization attempt
to donate blood or volunteer on your organization’s behalf.
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Mass Solicitation: To request on a mass scale that others unaffiliated with
your Campus Organization give blood or volunteer on your organization’s behalf in a
classroom setting or class listserv.
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Please direct any questions to the Homecoming Blood Drive email account.
HomecomingBloodDrive@missouri.edu
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Deductions
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Solicitations of additional donors and/or volunteers within 500 feet of the
blood drive location. (See definitions list for the official definition of “solicitation.”) 50
points
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Mass solicitation to unaffiliated students on behalf of a Campus Organization
in a classroom setting or listserv. 30 points
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Monetary bribes given by a Campus Organization to any individual or group
in exchange for blood donation in that Organization’s name. Disqualification and
forfeiture of 100 percent of final blood points.
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Participation in any act deemed unethical by the American Red Cross, U.S.
Food and Drug Administration, or The University of Missouri Homecoming Steering
Committee. Disqualification and forfeiture of 100 percent of final blood points.
Point Breakdown
Residence Halls will receive points based on the percentage of their total roster that
attempts to donate, including satellite drive donors and community donors who give on
the Hall’s behalf
50%
45%
40%
35%
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%
5%
>5%
150 Points
140 Points
130 Points
120 Points
110 Points
100 Points
90 Points
80 Points
70 Points
60 Points
0 Points
Important Dates
September 10 - Blood liaison meeting 7:30 p.m.
September 24 - Blood liaison meeting 7:30 p.m.
September 28 – October 1 - Homecoming Blood Drive 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Parade
Quinten Campbell
Nick Schasch
Courtney Specker
Caroline Sutton
HomecomingParade@missouri.edu
Overview
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The Homecoming Parade will be held: Saturday, October 10, 2015, Time
TBA
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Any student organization recognized by the University of Missouri, residential, hall, community organization or business may enter a decorated car,
float, walking banner or other entry as allowed by the parade committee.
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In order to participate, Residential Halls can enter a banner or decorated
truck in the parade – No trailers allowed
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All participating groups must submit entry forms online at www.mizzou.
com/homecoming under the Parade tab
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This year’s entries will be capped at (125). Parade entries will be accepted
on a first come first serve basis.
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Residence Halls may choose to participate as a judged category or simply
as a parade participant.
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Competing entries will be ranked in first through fifth places based on the
criteria listed on the judging form.
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Participant Rules
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All entries must maintain forward motion at all times.
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Candy and other handouts must be directly handed to audience members. Candy cannot be thrown.
Decorations
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All entries should incorporate Truman the Tiger and Show Me State of
Mind
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The name of each Residence Hall should be clearly represented on the
entry.
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Spirit
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Every judged entry must have at least 10 members of the residence hall
walking with the entry during the parade
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Spirit throughout the parade and overall enthusiasm of the walking participants is strongly encouraged
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This includes but is not limited to: chanting, cheering, smiling, waving, crowd interaction, etc.
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Costumes are allowed in the parade but must be approved by the
Parade Committee. No masks are allowed
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Please note that purchased materials do not necessarily equal spirit
or enthusiasm.
Construction Specifications
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Only members of the residence hall may construct banners or decorate
trucks. NO OUTSIDE HELP IS ALLOWED!
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Absolutely no flames or any form of pomping are allowed. The penalty for
using flames or pomping is disqualification.
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Absolutely no objects such as water, candy or confetti may be propelled
or thrown.
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Tips for Banners and Trucks
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Banners will be walked with for a few hours, so keep this in mind
when selecting a material for construction. The banner must last the entire
parade.
Important Dates
Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015 – Onlines entry forms due by 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015 – Detailed sketches of float due at liaison meeting
Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015 – Parade script due at liaison meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015 – Parade Committee Walk-through
Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015 – Final Walk-through and 2015 Homecoming Parade
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Suggested Timeline for Homecoming Parade
The following is a suggested timeline from The Parade Committee. This timeline is merely a
suggestion to improve time management for organizations participating in the Homecoming
Parade
Sept. 17 – Sept. 21
Start preparing sketch
Sept. 24– Sept. 28
Obtain trailer
Start building supports
Write parade script
Start building features of the float
Oct. 1 - Oct. 5
Decide and get approval for costumes
Begin painting
Confirm tractor/vehicle registration
Oct. 7 – Oct. 9
Finish Painting
Inform chapter members of start time and location
Assemble Features and moving part
Oct. 10: 2015 Homecoming Parade
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Public Relations
Liv Barista
Meghan Gordon
Brendan Henry
Natalie Kirst
Emma Rechenberg
Connor Scott
Kara Simon
HomecomingRelations@missouri.edu
Overview
Liaison meetings will be held every Thursday at 7:00 p.m. during the Homecoming season until Thursday, Oct. 1, 2015. Dates are listed below. Please note that meeting locations change often.
Thursday, September 3
Thursday, September 10
Thursday, September 17
Thursday, September 24
Thursday, October 1
Merchandise
The purpose of Merchandise is to promote Mizzou spirit and Homecoming pride through the sale and
distribution of official 2015 Mizzou Homecoming apparel. To ensure fairness and efficiency, participating
groupings must turn in the official merchandise Group Order Forms and payment at the liaison meeting
on September 10, 2015 in order to be eligible for merchandise points.
Important Dates
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September 10, 2015: Group Order Form and payment due at the Homecoming liaison meeting.
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Participating chapters must turn in their Group Order Forms and payment by the end of liaison
meeting in order to receive full merchandise points.
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If the Group Order Form and/or payment is turned in after the end of the liaison meeting, groupings will receive a 20 point deductions from their merchandise points.
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Please note that orders received 24 hours after the liaison meeting on September 10, 2015 will
lose half of the grouping’s merchandise points.
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September 20, 2015: Merchandise Pick-Up Day at the Reynolds Alumni Center
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Each organization/residence hall will be assigned a time block of time to pick up their merchandise order
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Point Breakdown
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To earn merchandise points, participating residence halls must pre-order merchandise by using
the Group Order Form.
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The Group Order Form and payment must be turned in by the end of the liaison meeting on September 10, 2015.
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The percentage of members ordering merchandise within each Homecoming grouping will determine the number of points the respective grouping receives. Official organization percentage will be
obtained using numbers from the Office of Greek Life.
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Organizations that fail to pick up their merchandise order within their assigned 15-minute block of
time on Septmeber 20, 2015 will automatically receive a 20 point deduction from their total score.
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Organizations that fail to pick up their merchandise orders by the last allotted block of times will
receive a 30 point deduction from their total score.
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Both long and short sleeve shirts are available for purchase. Each item will count toward merchandise points for participating chapters if ordered through the Group Order Form
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For example, if a chapter has 100 members, to receive maximum points the organization would
need to order 25 items – this could be 15 short sleeve and 10 long sleeve
Merchandise Point Breakdown
If at least 25% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise- 100 points.
If at least 20% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise- 80 points.
If at least 15% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise- 60 points.
If at least 10% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise- 40 points.
If at least 5% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise- 20 points.
If less than 5% of the Greek grouping purchases merchandise- 0 points.
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Service
Payton Ehrhardt
Sigal Fridman
Garrett Romines
HomecomingService@missouri.edu
Overview
Homecoming Service allows students to showcase the university to the community and
give back to those in need in the name of Mizzou Homecoming. Each campus organization will be required to send a certain number of members to the service projects that will
be held throughout September and October. In order to receive full points, members must
check in on time at their event or project, complete the project as instructed, and check
out before leaving. If volunteers fail to meet the requirements listed for each given event,
there will be a deduction of points as outlined in the deductions headline of the service
section of this rulebook.
Tiger Food Fight
Friday, Sept. 25, 2015: 10 A.M. to 3 P.M.
Members of the Mizzou community will work to make a significant contribution to the
Food Bank of Central and Northeast Missouri. Greek groupings, campus organizations,
residence halls, and all other Tigers will donate canned food to the “Tiger Food Fight”
drive. The drive will take place in front of the Student Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 25. Organization/res halls will be given an appointment time and are expected
to provide their own transportation to deliver their canned goods. Each organization/res
hall is expected to deliver their canned goods at their designated time or they will be deducted points as outlined in the deduction section. Items that will not be accepted include
Ramen noodles and perishable food items. Drop-off times will be shared at the liaison
meeting on Thursday, Sept. 10, and emailed to participating organization/res hall following
the meeting.
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300 cans = 65 points, 150 cans = 50 points, 100 cans = 35 points
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For every extra 100 cans, each grouping receives 5 bonus points with a maximum
amount of 400 extra cans = 20 bonus points
For every extra 100 cans, each grouping receives 5 bonus points with a maximum
amount of 400 extra cans = 20 bonus points
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Service
Lending a Paw to Hunger
Sept.14,16,18, 20, 22, 24, 2015
Members of organization/res hall groupings will ask for donations from the community at
local grocery stores and from Mizzou students at campus dining facilities and markets.
Each grouping will be asked to provide 5 volunteers for each assigned shift (one member
from each grouping must be in attendance). Each shift will last 2 hours. These volunteers
will stand outside of assigned locations and request food and monetary donations. Volunteers will be given fliers containing information on which food items are the most needed. Participants are expected to be courteous and respectful of employees and patrons.
Posters promoting homecoming, Mizzou and the Food Bank are encouraged for spirit
points (5 bonus points). Volunteers are expected to maintain a positive attitude while actively participating. A Steering Committee member will be present should a situation arise.
Volunteer assignments will be distributed at the Thursday, Sept. 3 liaison meeting.
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5 volunteers each shfft for maximum points
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Each grouping with a spirit poster pertaining to the Food Bank and Homecoming
receives 5 bonus points
Day of Service: Sept 8, 9, 10, 2015
We encourage all members of the Mizzou family to give back to our campus and to the
community. Each organization/res hall will be asked to provide 5-10 volunteers at the
Homecoming Day of Service. We will provide participants service opportunities through
the Food Bank benefiting the Columbia community. Volunteers will be required to check in
and out with a Homecoming Steering Committee member. Every organization is required
to participate in the Homecoming Day of Service. The Homecoming Day of Service is the
perfect chance to give back to the City of Columbia and discover the true reason as to
why we serve.
Point Breakdown
Tiger Food Fight
65 Points
Lending a Paw to Hunger 65 Points
Day of Service 60 Points
Total190 Points
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Deductions
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During Tiger Food Fight, if the organization/res hall delivers their food more
than 15 minutes after their designated time, 10 points will be deducted from the
service total.
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During Lending a Paw to Hunger, each time a participant of the organization/
res hall arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves early, then 10 points will be deducted from the Service total. If volunteers are not actively participating, 10 points
will be deducted. If a grouping is asked to leave their location site, all Lending a
Paw to Hunger points will be deducted.
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During Day of Service, if any member of the campus organization is asked to
leave the service site, Food Bank, 25 points will be deducted. If any participant of
the organization/res hall arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves earlier than the
2 hour minimum, then 25 points will be deducted from the Service total.
Important Dates
September 3: Lending a Paw to Hunger - Find out location and time slots
September 8, 9, 10- Day of service
September 10: Given assigned drop-off time for Tiger Food Fight at liaison meeting
September 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24: Lending a Paw to Hunger
September 25: Tiger Food Fight
TBA: Day(s) Of Service
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Trent Clause
Ashley Harris
Elle Miller
HomecomingProjects@missouri.edu
Decorate the District
Decorate the District spreads the spirit of Homecoming throughout the city of Columbia through the decoration of businesses in the Downtown District. Each grouping will
be partnered with a specific establishment and asked to show their creativity while incorporating the groupings overall theme and Mizzou spirit by embellishing the façade
of the building. Decorate with spirit, pride, creativity and make sure to have fun!
Interaction with the Establishment
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Remember to be courteous and respectful of the establishment and its
owners and employees. As students of the university, you are responsible for
promoting a positive image of Mizzou and Homecoming to the outside community.
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15 points may be deducted if an establishment owner files a complaint
about the student participation.
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Residence Halls will receive their assigned businesses on Thursday September 17th, and must contact their designated establishment by Thursday,
September 24th, to ensure that they agree to the decorations.
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A proof of contact contract is available in the appendix of the rulebook.
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The designated establishment as well as the Residence hall must
sign this contract.
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Points will also be deducted if a design for your designated establishment
is not submitted. The sketch must be initialed by the establishment contact and
turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, September 24, 2015.
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10 points will be deducted if your designated establishment is not
contacted.
MAA Signage
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Each Residence Hall will be given a Mizzou Alumni Association (MAA)
sign that must be placed at their business.
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The MAA sign will be given out at the liaison meeting on Thursday, October 1, 2015.
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Finances
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Each Residence Hall may buy supplies, but total supplies purchased may
NOT exceed $200.
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The use of materials and decorations previously owned are encouraged to
be used and will not count toward the $200 supply threshold.
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Residence Halls will be required to present receipts for all supplies used
by 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015, to the Special Events committee member
stationed at corner of Ninth and Elm Street (across from Shakespeare’s Pizza).
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All expenses should be included on the expense log provided in the rulebook. Receipts should be included as well.
Decorating Specifications and Deductions
In addition to the MAA sign, each Residence Hall is required to decorate their business by displaying Mizzou spirit while incorporating the grouping’s overall theme.
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As noted in the contract, all supplies used must be approved by the business. This includes any preferences regarding supplies, (i.e. window paints,
streamers and lights). Please respect the wishes of your assigned establishment.
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All window decorations and artwork may display your Residence Hall’s
name and Mizzou spirit, but may not serve as a venue for advertising your Residence Hall’s mission or political agenda.
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Decorating will take place between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct.
8, 2015.
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You may leave the establishment once decorations are completed, but
while decorating, a member from the grouping must be present at all times.
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All Decorations and clean up must be completed by 4 p.m.
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A representative from the Residence Hall must check out upon completion
and turn in receipts and the expense log to a Special Events Committee member at the corner of Ninth and Elm by 4 p.m.
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No points will be awarded if members of a Residence Hall work past
4 p.m. Judging will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m.
Removal
Each Residence Hall is required to have all decorations down by 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015. This includes all window paint, which must be completely removed from all windows. Failure to remove the decorations by 2:30 pm will result in
disqualification from Decorate the District.
A fine of $100 will be charged to any Residence Hall that does not remove decorations to the satisfaction of the establishment owner. The approval of the clean-up efforts is at the discretion of the establishment owner.
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Point Breakdown
Judges will award points for creativity, artistic value and Mizzou spirit while incorporating the pairing’s overall theme.
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The point scale will be from 0 – 170
Deductions and Fines
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10 points will be deducted if the Proof of Contact contract and the initialed
sketch are not turned in at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015.
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10 points will be deducted if the expenditure report is not turned in at
check out or if the total expenditures exceed the limit.
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Disqualification will result if decorations are not removed by 2:30 p.m. on
Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015.
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No points will be awarded if members of a Residence Hall work past 4
p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, 2015.
Decorate the District Expenditure Log
The Decorate the District expenditure log is available in the Appendix section of the
rulebook. Each Residence Hall will be required to fill it out and hand it in at the designated time.
Important Dates - Decorate the District
September 24th- Last day to contact designated business. Proof of Contact contract
due at liaison meeting
October 1st- MAA sign handed out at liaison meeting
October 8th- Decorate the District between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
October 11th- Decorate the District decorations must be removed by 2:30 p.m.
Banner
The banner competition is a vital part of the Mizzou Homecoming tradition. Each year
Residence Halls, campus organizations and Greek Chapters design and create banners that display their Mizzou spirit and pride while incorporating their overall participation theme. This year groupings have two opportunities to complete a banner. One
banner will be judged and scored, and Residence Halls have the option of creating
an additional spirit banner, which will not be judged. Although the spirit banner is not
required it is encouraged to help spread Mizzou spirit around campus
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Spirit Banner
Residence Hall can create an optional spirit banner. This provides the Halls an opportunity to showcase their grouping to fans and the community. These banners will be
placed in the Student Center throughout the week of Homecoming. Spirit banners will
be hung TBA. The following information should be included on the OPTIONAL Student
Center banner:
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The words, “Mizzou Homecoming”
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The words, “Show Me State of Mind”
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Name(s) of the Residence Hall
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The banner at the Student Center must not exceed the size of a twin sheet.
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Competition Banner
For the judged banner, Residence Halls must incorporate and include the following
things:
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Incorporation of overall designated participation theme
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The words, “Mizzou Homecoming”
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The words, “Show Me State of Mind”
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Name of the Residence Hall
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The banner must be the size of a queen size sheet
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The banner is NOT required to have a 3-D object
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However, if you have a 3D object, it may not exceed more than 12 inches
past the bed sheet. If your 3D object exceeds this, you will lose 15 points from
Banner. The 3D object may not be touching the ground.
Point Breakdown
The judges will assign points to each grouping based on the following:
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Design of the banner
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Incorporation of grouping’s overall theme
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Display of the Residence Hall’s Mizzou Spirit
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Creativity and originality
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Neatness.
The point scale will be from 0 - 170.
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Deductions and Fines
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5 points will be deducted if a sketch of the banner design is not turned in
on at the liaison meeting on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015.
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5 points will be deducted if the Residence Hall does not include the required elements (name, destination, theme, etc).
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15 points will be deducted if the banner exceeds dimensions.
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This includes the 3D object exceeding 12 inches past the bed sheet
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No points will be awarded if the groupings banner is not hung in the designated location on Sunday, October 4, 2015.
Important Dates
October 4th: Competition Banners hung at designated location by 4 p.m. Competition
Banners judged starting at 4:30 p.m.
Spirit Banners hung at the Student Center- assigned time TBA.
MIZ-BBQ
The MIZ-BBQ is an event in which each Residence Hall has the opportunity to have
a BBQ for the students within the Residence Hall. Residence Halls will be asked to
show their creativity, while incorporating the Residence Hall’s overall theme, and Mizzou spirit by decorating the BBQ. Residence Halls will also be judged on taste-test of
their chosen food dishes, a high level of participation, and hospitality.
MIZ-BBQ Details
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The MIZ-BBQ will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2015.
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Participants must be prepared when judges come to their location. Your
Residence Hall will be notified of your allotted time for judging the week prior to
the event.
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Residence Halls must also be prepared to serve their food and beverages
to any other guests and students that arrive at their location.
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The 2015 Homecoming participation theme is “Truman Goes to Work”.
Each Residence Hall will choose their destination in the fall semester.
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Assigned themes are to be incorporated in the barbecue decorations to receive full creativity points.
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Remember to promote a positive image of Mizzou and Homecoming while
being courteous and respectful to all members of the Mizzou community including the judges, fellow students, and the Homecoming Steering Committee members.
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Decorating Specifications and Deductions
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During the barbecue, the Residence Hall should incorporate their career
and the overall theme of “Show Me State of Mind.”
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Decorating and set up will take place during the day on Sunday, September 27, 2015.
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Food preparation is not restricted to this time frame.
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Decorations must be removed immediately following the barbecue. Cleaning up your area is your responsibility.
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15 points will be deducted if the food is not completely homemade and
prepared by the members of the Residence Hall.
Point Breakdown
The judges will assign points to each Residence Hall based on taste-testing of food,
variety and uniqueness in food, atmosphere, decorations displaying the Residence
Hall’s Mizzou spirit, decorations incorporating the Residence Hall’s overall theme, and
a strong display of hospitality. The point scale will be from 0-160.
Important Dates
September 27th: MIZ-BBQ
TBD: Food and Flame Permits submitted
Flag Football Tournament
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This year there will be a flag football tournament for Residence Halls that
will accompany MIZ-BBQ.
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Games will be played during MIZ-BBQ on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015 from
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Stankowski Field
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An elimination bracket will be played
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Team seating will be picked at random
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No precise limit on number of players on the roster
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Roster and waivers will be due at the liaison meeting on September 17th
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Games will be played 8-on-8 Co-Rec and will abide by UMC RecSports
rules
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Unsportsmanlike conduct will result in elimination from the tournament with
loss of participation points
Point Breakdown
1st Place – 20 Points
2nd Place – 15 Points
3rd Place – 10 Points
Participation – 5 Points
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Traditions
Traditions
Ally Adrian
Zach Bine
Anna Guyette
HomecomingRoyalty@missouri.edu
Overview
University of Missouri seniors have the opportunity to compete for one of the most coveted honors at the University: 2015 Homecoming King and Queen. Royalty Applications
are due September 4th, 2015 by 5:00 pm in 123 Reynolds Alumni Center or at the liaison
meeting.
Residence halls
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May collectively enter maximum of THREE candidates.
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Candidates may include current or past staff (PA, DA, CA or LA) and current students
Entry Fee
Each Residence Hall will receive one free application. Additional applications cost $25.00.
Each payment is due along with the application. Applications without payment will be
eliminated from the selection pool.
Overall Point Breakdown
Points for sponsoring Resicence Halls are as follows:
Applicant Submission
15 Points
Top 3040 Points
Top 1050 Points
Crowning
No additional points will be awarded
NOTE: Only one application per Residence Hall needs to be submitted to receive the full 15
points for submitting an application. Each Residence Hall will receive points for the one
individual who advances the furthest in the selection process. For instance, a Residence
Hall that has two individuals in the “Top 30,” one of whom goes on to the “Top 10,” the
pairing or triad will receive 105 points, 15 points for submitting an application, 40 points
for “Top 30,” and 50 points for “Top 10.”
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Applicant Rules & Regulations
1. Applicants must be graduating in either December of 2015 or May of 2016
and must be a fulltime student, carrying at least 12 credit hours. Applicants must
have attended MU three consecutive semesters. Qualification is NOT determined by
cumulative credit hours.
2. Applicants must also be in good academic standing (at least a 2.5 GPA is
required).
3. If a student has been named to a previous Homecoming Top 10 or Greek
Week Top Ten, they are prohibited from applying.
4. Points are only awarded to the grouping that is sponsoring the candidate(s).
Only one organization can sponsor each candidate.
5. Absolutely NO public campaigning by the candidate or anyone on their behalf. This includes mass e-mails and social networking. (I.E. listserves, Facebook,
Twitter, Instagram, etc.). Any other form of campaigning is NOT allowed. This includes banners, fliers, and disrupting classroom settings.
Selection Process
The process of selecting royalty is comprised of two parts:
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Part One: Top 30 selection consists of cumulative score from both a first
round interview score and paper application score. These individuals (15 kings candidates and 15 queen candidates) with the highest cumulative score advance as
the Top 30 royalty candidates.
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Part Two: The Top 30 Royalty candidates will receive a second round interview to determine Top 10 Royalty (5 king candidates and 5 queen candidates). Top
10 selection is based on the second round interview score, first round interview
score, and paper application score. The five queen candidates and five king candiates with the highest overall score will be the Top 10 royalty candidates.
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MU faculty, alumni, and members of the Columbia community will judge all
paper applications, along with first and second round interviews.
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Participating in royalty activities and student voting are the final components
of the selection process to determine the 2014 Homecoming King and Queen.
Coronation Point Breakdown
Paper Application 5%
First Round Interview Score 5%
Second Round Interview Score
10%
Student Voting 35%
Participation in Mandatory Events 45%
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Traditions
Mandatory Events
• Students who are selected to Homecoming Royalty Top 10 will have mandatory
responsibilities, including service projects and public appearances. Events are listed below.
• Mandatory Events are subject to change and/or removed or added at the discretion of the Traditions Committee.
• Members will be responsible for portraying a POSITIVE image of Mizzou
throughout all activities and service projects.
• All mandatory events can be found on the application.
Applications Available: Thursday, April 23, 2015
Applications Due: Friday, September 4, 2015
First Round Interviews: September 6, 7, and 8, 2015
Second Round Interviews: September 13 and 14, 2015
Top 10 Banquet: September 26, 2015
Blood Drive Set-Up: September 27, 2015
MIZ BBQ: September 27, 2015
Blood Drive: September 28- October 1, 2015
Talent: October 5- 7, 2015
Top 10 Family Reception: October 9, 2015
Campus Decs & Spirit Rally: October 9, 2015
Homecoming Parade: October 10, 2015
Halftime Coronation: October 10, 2015
When applying, please take into consideration all of these dates are MANDATORY.
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Decorate the District
proof of contact/involvement confirmation
I, _________________________ (business owner/manager), do hereby
acknowledge that ___________________________ (organization)
has contacted ___________________________ (designated business).
As a business owner/manager, I hereby give permission for the given
organization to decorate the exterior of the business on Thursday, October 8,
2015 between the hours of 10am and 4pm. I acknowledge that the judging
will also take place at 4:30pm on October 8, 2015. I also acknowledge that
the decorations will be taken down by Sunday, October 11, 2015 at 2:30 pm.
In addition, I agree not to donate and/or supply the organizations with any
additional items as decorations.
Please acknowledge that you accept the attached sketch below as well.
Organization X____________________________________________________
Business X_____________________________________________________
Return at Liaison Meeting on Thursday, September 24, 2015.
Decorate the District
expenditure log
Receipt #
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Total:
Date of Receipt
*Please number your attached receipts
*Highlight items used on the receipt
Store
Total
banner design approval
Please sketch your banners below or attach them to this form and turn
them in at the liaison meeting on September 24th, 2015
Competition Banner
spirit Banner (optional)
By signing below, you understand that you may be asked to make changed to
your banner upon the discretion of the 2015 Homecoming Steering Committee.
Organization ____________________________________________________
Signature X ___________________________________________________