“America’s Greatest Homecoming
Celebration” is
Official Rule Book for Residential Life
Presented by the
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Letter from your Executive Director
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Executives
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History of Homecoming
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Important Dates
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Point Breakdown
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Awards
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Parade Float
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Orange Reflection
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Sign Competition
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Harvest Carnival
27
Chili Cook-Off
30
Homecoming Tailgate
31
Football Frenzy
32
Hester Street Painting
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Spirit Rally
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Combining Halls
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Important Numbers
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Letter from Your Executive Director
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It is a great privilege to call homecoming at Oklahoma State University “Americas Greatest
Homecoming Celebration.” From the towering displays of Cowboy Traditions admired by
thousands at the Walkaround to many proud families cheering as the Sea of Orange Parade
pulses through the heart of Downtown Stillwater, every man, woman and child is immediately
branded with the experiences of America’s Brightest Orange. The campus is adorned with a
multitude of Orange Reflections, and memories of the Legacy and Legends of Oklahoma State
University. For those who have been a part of this great Celebration, emotions encapsulated
within the memories of being a Cowboy rush forward in a true display of Cowboy Pride. It truly
is “America’s Greatest Homecoming Celebration.”
The Theme for Homecoming 2014 simply defines how each person connects to Oklahoma State
University. “The Experience.” So many Cowboys return every year because of the positive
experiences they have had throughout their lives as students and alumni at the University. It is
such a wonderful opportunity for alumni to come back to campus and share their experiences
with their friends and family, sharing the love and warmth the University showed them years
ago. The executive team and I are committed to working hard to make that opportunity
possible for all alumni and students of this great University.
On behalf of the Alumni Association, the Executive Team, and myself, we want to thank you for
your hard work and dedication placed into this event every year. I respect all who give so much
of your time and efforts back to your University because of your own experiences. We look
forward to working alongside you to help make this great tradition another success for future
generations of the Cowboy Nation.
As a team, we stand together and represent something that is greater than us. We take pride
in making ourselves available to you all over the next 8 months. The key to running a successful
Homecoming Celebration is communication. The communication line between the Executive
Team and the Homecoming Directors is one we want to always be open. We are ready for the
journey ahead and excited to share “The Experience” of “America’s Greatest Homecoming
Celebration” with you all.
Thank you again for your hard work and dedication to your University! While Homecoming this
year will take place October 17-25, 2014, “The Experience” of Homecoming begins today.
Sincerely,
Taylor Collins
Executive Director 2014
2014 Homecoming Execs
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“America’s Greatest Homecoming
Celebration”
Taylor Collins
Executive Director
taylor.collins11@okstate.edu
214.402.2546
Blayne Horn
Harvest Carnival
blayne.horn@okstate.edu
405.574.5789
Kara Laster
Public Outreach
kara.laster@okstate.edu
405.570.7653
Promotional Design
james.hutson@okstate.edu
580.515.4415
Athletic Pride
mjbarr@okstate.edu
501.352.3752
MaryKate Miller
VIP
marykate.miller@okstate.edu
405.371.3499
Kyle Kertz
House Decorations/Walkaround
kyle.kertz@okstate.edu
210.854.9246
Jimmy Hutson
Michael Barr
Kyndall Lewis
Campus Life
kyn@okstate.edu
405.226.6720
Kelsi Hildreth
University Spirit
kelsi.hildreth@okstate.edu
817.964.0571
Emma Elkins
Parade
emma.glen.elkins@okstate.edu
806.570.9611
Melisa Parkerson
Advisor
melisa.parkerson@okstate.edu
405.744.8711
Homecoming Office
405.744.5410
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The History of Homecoming
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The very first Homecoming was held as part of the Harvest Carnival in the fall of 1913, but
it wasn't for seven years that the OSU Alumni Association hosted its first official Homecoming
celebration. On October 30, 1920, 90 Oklahoma A&M alums returned to Stillwater for festivities
including the Cowboy's pummeling at the hands of Texas A&M (35-0), a dance and a dinner hosted
by Alumni Association president Monroe Otey.
It was also in the 20s that the now infamous tradition of house decorations began when
sororities started to decorate their doorways. In 1930 the first ever Homecoming Parade, a mile
long, made its way down Main Street. By 1930 over 17,000 alumni returned to Oklahoma State to
renew old friendships and show their pride in the Orange and Black.
Over the years homecoming themes have varied. Some of the earlier themes were "Aggie
land of Tomorrow" (1955), "The Significant Sixties" (1961) and "Cowboy Cheers for a Hundred
Years" to celebrate the centennial in 1990. Recent themes have been “Timeless Tradition” (1999);
“In Pursuit of Legends” (2000); “Visions of Glory” (2001); “Together We Can”(2002); “A
Universal Spirit” (2003); “Building a Legacy” (2004); “Cowboys Creating Excellence”(2005); and
most recently “Forever Orange” (2006); “An Orange State of Mind” (2007); “Generation Cowboy”
(2008); “Branded for Life” (2009); “Cowboy Nation” (2010); “Where Your Story Began” (2011);
“The Life, The Legend, The Legacy” (2012). “Branding a Brighter Orange” (2013), and “The
Experience” (2014).
Homecoming Today
Today our Homecoming calls thousands of alumni from around the world back to their alma mater
each year for the famed house decoration Walkaround, downtown parade and football games.
Oklahoma State's homecoming has become America's greatest Homecoming celebration and a
Timeless Tradition to be enjoyed for generations of Cowboys to come. OSU’s Homecoming has
been recognized by CASE International (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) as a
SEAL OF EXCELLENCE recipient for two years running (2000 and 2001!). This is the highest
award given by CASE in the field of Alumni Relations. This prestigious award is given only to
programs that serve as models for others. OSU was cited for the widespread participation and
outstanding organization of its Homecoming program. OSU’s Homecoming is sponsored by the
Alumni Association and is planned and presented by the student driven Homecoming Steering
Committee. OSU’s Homecoming is a long standing, exciting and colorful tradition for both campus
and community. This award stamps it as a premiere Homecoming program internationally. In
addition, the philanthropy project from 2004, “Cowboys for the Cure” was recognized by ASAP
(Association of Student Advancement Programs) as the Outstanding Student Program for that
year.
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What’s Our Role as the…
…Alumni Association
…Executive Team
…Homecoming Steering
OSU Homecoming and the Alumni Association
The difference between what most other campuses do and what OSU does is this: OSU
students believe that it is their role and privilege to plan and stage events to welcome back alumni.
On most campuses, the students plan spirit events and the Alumni Association plans alumni events
and there is little interaction between the two. At OSU the Alumni Association works directly with
students to plan our signature events which foster spirit, celebrate the history and traditions of the
University and welcome back alumni. It is the key to our success and the difference, along with the
size and organizational structure, which has won us numerous awards. Each year many alumni
return to campus, sometimes for the first time after many years, to experience the pride and
warmth with which the current students welcome them home. This celebration is a powerful tool
for re-connecting and re-engaging alumni in support of their alma mater and would not be possible
without the dedication of OSU student groups to create this atmosphere.
The OSU Alumni Association sponsors the Homecoming Steering Committee and operates
it as a student leadership organization. This group of students plans and organizes the student
competitions as well as the alumni registration and reunions that take place at Homecoming. All of
the competition events included in the Greek Life, Residential Life, Student Organization and
Community packets are supervised by this group as well as independent committees for University
Spirit, Royalty selection, the parade bands, the website, publicity and the Fifty Year Class Reunion,
just to name a few additional. The Alumni Association provides a staff person who serves as
advisor to the Steering Committee and other staff members assist the committee with specific
projects.
The OSU Alumni Association is the sole monetary sponsor of OSU Homecoming. All events
that are not funded by entry fees, are paid for by the Association. The largest expenditure is the
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subsidies that are paid to Greek Life groups who chose to participate in the Walkaround. That
amount varies with the number of groups who participate, but the subsidy is currently $700-$750
per living group or $1,500 per pair. Efforts are always being made to increase those amounts.
Student groups who build a parade float and who participate in the Orange Reflection lighting
contest receive $300-$350 per group. The OSU Alumni Association is a not for profit organization
whose purpose is to serve our graduates. No profit is realized from Homecoming activities.
The Alumni Association values the quality of student participation which sets our
Homecoming apart as “America’s Greatest Homecoming Celebration.”
Homecoming Executive Team
The role of the Homecoming Executive team is to provide a “backbone” to “America’s
Greatest Homecoming Celebration.” The team is elected less than a month after the previous
Homecoming. They start meeting weekly in January until the festivities take place in October. The
team spends endless hours coordinating and overseeing all of the Homecoming events that take
place during the Homecoming “season.”
The main objective of the executive team is to serve as an unbiased group toward all
Homecoming constituents. Every year the team reviews all of the comment sheets filled out by
Homecoming participants during the previous Homecoming festivities. To hold our reign as
“America’s Greatest,” it is important that the festivities evolve each year to incorporate the
opinions of all its participants. That is why it is important that if you feel something needs to be
changed, then you inform the Homecoming Executive team now so they can consider it as an
addition for the next year! They would be glad to hear any comments. If they do not know the
feelings of the students, they cannot make changes to help the participants.
Overall, The Homecoming Executive Team is a resource for you! They are here to provide
you with any assistance necessary at anytime. If you have any questions or are running in to any
issues, feel free to run your ideas by the Homecoming Executive team to get additional advise on
your options to achieve your goals!
The number one role people see the Homecoming Executive Team as is enforcers. We are
coordinators and are trying to make the as much fun for you as it is for us! Please remember that
Homecoming is a competitive FUN tradition.
Homecoming Steering Committee
The role of the Homecoming Steering Committee plays hand in hand with the role of the
Homecoming Executive Team. Each committee has a specific task that they are trying to
accomplish. There are currently 9 different major committees on Homecoming Steering and each
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on coordinates a large event. In unison with the Exec Team, Steering is responsible for overseeing
an executing all of the goals that have been set for Homecoming.
Responsible for:
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Planning and conducting meetings of the steering executives
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Planning and conducting Homecoming steering meetings
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Represent Homecoming Steering at various campus and alumni meetings
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Collecting and compiling Homecoming records and files to be archived
Homecoming Steering Student Executive Committee
(includes executive director)
Responsible for:
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Professional and responsible behavior as would be expected of any representative of the
Alumni Association or Oklahoma State University
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Overseeing specific committee assignments
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Attending weekly Executive Committee planning meetings
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Making unbiased decisions regarding student competition structure and rules
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Selecting the Homecoming theme
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Setting specific goals for Homecoming Steering
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Having the ultimate responsibility for the performance of their specific committees
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Ensuring that weekly committee reports are being written and presented
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Bringing an enthusiastic and positive attitude to all Homecoming meetings and events
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Attending and wearing orange to all Homecoming meetings and events
Homecoming Steering Committee Chairs
Responsible for:
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Communicating with the respective Homecoming Executive for their committee (e.g. getting
budgets, expenditures and changes approved, etc.)
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Coordinating and delegating the responsibilities of his or her committee
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Interacting with other appropriate committees
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Maintaining a complete and useful resource (i.e. notebook, contact names and numbers) for
his or her committee
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Ensuring that all follow-ups and thank you notes for that committee are done after
Homecoming
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Completing weekly committee reports (written and oral)
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Coordinating the efforts of his or her Homecoming Committee members
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Wearing orange to all Homecoming Steering meetings
Homecoming Steering Committee Sub-Chairs (includes Chair)
Responsible for:
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Professional and responsible behavior as would be expected of any representative of the
Alumni Association or Oklahoma State University
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Overseeing specific committee assignments
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Wearing orange to all Homecoming meetings and events
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Planning and confirming logistical (i.e. room reservations, etc) details for his or her
committee
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Coordinating, carrying out, running or completing the activities or events of his or her
committee
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Bringing an enthusiastic and positive attitude to all Homecoming meetings and events
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Attending all Homecoming Steering meetings
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Attending as many Homecoming events as possible
Homecoming Committee Members
Responsible for:
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Professional and responsible behavior as would be expected of any representative of the
Alumni Association or Oklahoma State University
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Overseeing specific committee assignments
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 Assistance with carrying out his or her committee activities
 Attending all general or specific Homecoming Committee meetings
 Attending and wearing orange to as many Homecoming events as possible
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Important Dates
Sweepstakes Entry Form
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Parade Entry Form
 Alumni Center by 4:30 p.m.
Orange Reflection Entry
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Harvest Carnival Entry
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Sign Entry
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Chili Cook-Off Entry
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Construction and Pomping of Float Can Begin
 11:59 p.m.
Res. Life Meeting
 9 pm Jones Seminar Room, OSU Alumni Center
Football Frenzy Entry
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
 Payment must be included
Football Frenzy Rosters Finalized
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Live Bracket Drawing for Football Frenzy
 9:30 pm Jones Seminar Room, OSU Alumni Center
Homecoming Tailgate Game Entry
 Via Online Form by 4:30 p.m.
Parade Safety Meeting
 Begins at 7 p.m. at Student Union Little Theatre
Football Frenzy
 Begins at 4:30 p.m. at Colvin Annex Fields
Signs Put in Place
 Between 4 p.m.& 5 p.m., North Library Lawn
Judging of Signs
 5:30 p.m. North Library Lawn
Homecoming Tailgate
 5-7 pm The Village Courtyard
 Rain Location Kerr Drummond Mezzanine
Harvest Carnival
 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Payne County Expo Center
 Booth set up can begin at 2 p.m., must be completed by 5:30 p.m.
Hester Street Painting
 5:30 p.m.
September 19, 2014
August 29, 2014
September 16, 2014
September 26, 2014
September 19, 2014
September 26, 2014
August 29, 2014
September 9, 2014
September 25, 2014
September 25, 2014
October 7, 2014
October 12, 2014
October 15, 2014
October 17-19, 2014
October 19, 2014
October 19, 2014
October 20, 2014
October 21, 2014
October 22, 2014
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Final Budgets
 By 3 pm, OSU Alumni Center
 Parade, Sign, Harvest Carnival
Signs Must be Moved
 Across from Sigma Nu between 3 p.m.& 4 p.m.
Parade Floats Completed
 By 3 p.m.
Floats on Monroe
 By 11:59 pm
Parade Floats Move Downtown
 Between 4 a.m. & 6 a.m.
Signs Must be Taken Down
 By 2 p.m.
October 24, 2014
October 24, 2014
October 24, 2014
October 24, 2014
October 25, 2014
October 26, 2014
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Residential Life Point Break Down
Required Point Activities
75%
75 Points
Parade Float
35%
35 Points
Orange Reflection
30%
30 Points
Chili Cook-Off
Homecoming Tailgate
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5%
5%
5 Points
5 + Points
Residential Halls must participate in all placing activities to be considered for the 2014
Sweepstakes Award.
Possible bonus sweepstakes points for placement in game competition
Optional Point Activities
10%
10 Points
Signs Contest
10%
10 Points
Harvest Carnival
10%
10 Points
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Residential Halls must choose one of the two activities (Sign or Harvest Carnival) to be
considered for the 2014 Sweepstakes.
Participation Point Activities
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15%
15 Points
Philanthropy
10%
10 Points
Spirit Rally
5%
5 Points
Residential Halls must participate in All Participation Point Activities for the 2014
Sweepstakes Award.
Spirit Activities – Just for the FUN of it! 
Football Frenzy
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Information listed in packet.
They are not required but are a lot of fun and a good break from preparing for Homecoming!
Groups will be awarded trophies for 1 st, 2nd and 3rdplaces in the open bracket. The scores will
not be tallied into the sweepstakes competition.
Hester Street Painting
Information listed in packet.
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Recognition Awards
Grand Marshal’s Trophy
The Grand Marshal’s Trophy is presented to the most outstanding parade entry in any category by the
Grand Marshal. This means a Community entry, a Student Organization entry, a Residential Life entry,
or a Greek Life entry may be chosen. This award is judged by the OSU Alumni Homecoming judges.
Public appeal, ingenuity and Homecoming spirit are all guidelines for this distinguished honor. Creativity
and uniqueness of design are your best means to obtain the OSU Grand Marshal’s Trophy.
This award is usually presented during the halftime ceremonies of the Homecoming football game.
There is no entry form required for this award.
**This award does not contribute toward any points for the Sweepstakes Award.
Sweepstakes Award
This award is given to the residential hall that displays the most overall participation and promotion of
OSU Homecoming. It is determined by a number of factors. The combined total points of contest
entries, places in competition and participation are the determinants.
It is not mandatory for residence halls to participate in the Sweepstakes Category. The
Homecoming Steering Committee invites all residence halls to participate in any of the individual
competitions in which halls would like to participate without entering the Sweepstakes Competition.
This award is usually presented during the halftime ceremonies of the Homecoming football game.
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There is an entry form required for this award: it is due August 29, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. via
online form. **The form can be found at www.orangeconnetion.org/homecoming under
applications.
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Non-Point Recognition Awards
The following awards do not count towards the sweepstakes award.
The Jerry Gill Spirit Award
The spirit award will be awarded to the Res Hall pair that exhibits the most school spirit
throughout the Homecoming Festivities. This includes hall support with participation in just-forfun activities and the Res-Life Bash, Hester Street Painting, Spirit Rally, and organized functions
to promote overall Homecoming participation from residential living group members that could
include but are not limited to themed hall decorating parties and hall Homecoming t-shirt days.
The award will be given at the Spirit Rally, and it will include Spirit Rally participation as a
component for selection. The selection of the award will be at the discretion of the Homecoming
Executive Team. There is a Res-Life category for this award.
Harvest Carnival People’s Choice Award
The People’s Choice Award goes to the most popular Harvest Carnival booth. It is determined
by those attending Harvest Carnival who purchase tickets and vote for their favorite booth.
Groups cannot offer the public something in return for people’s choice votes (i.e. pictures,
freebies, etc).
These awards are usually presented during the Spirit Rally festivities.
There is no entry form required for these awards.
**This award does not contribute toward any points for the Sweepstakes Award.
Harvest II Award
The Harvest II Award goes to the living group who donates the most food in addition to their
required amount assigned for Harvest Carnival. It is determined by the number of items donated.
This award is usually presented during the Spirit Rally festivities.
There is no entry form required for this award.
**This award does not contribute toward any points for the Sweepstakes Award.
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Parade Float
Emma Elkins, Parade
emma.glenn.elkins@okstate.edu
806.570.9611
Information on all Parade Float Submission Forms
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Features and themes due August 29, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni
Center
Estimated budget due August 29, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. via Online Form.
Final budgets due by October 24, 2014, by 3 p.m. at the OSU Alumni Center.
Entries must include a detailed sketch/description, including the maximum anticipated speed
traveled during the parade and maximum number of participants. Failure to supply a detailed
description may cause your application to be denied. This information is necessary to
complete the line up and staging.
Construction and Safety
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Construction and pomping can begin on August 29, 2014 at 11:59 p.m.
All NANO pomping is prohibited.
Floats shall not exceed 50 feet in length or 15 feet in height from the ground. All floats must
adhere to OSU safety rules. After the initial “grace” inspection, penalty points will be issued
for all violations. Please refer to the Fire & Safety Regulations on the internet for rules and
point deductions. Failure to meet safety rules will result in disqualification.
A fire extinguisher must be available on the parade float according to Fire and Safety
Regulations.
Skirting or bordering of any kind may be added to enhance the appearance of the entry.
These expenditures must be included within the overall budget ceilings for the parade float.
Skirting must not cover tail lights. Tail lights must be visible at all times.
A representative must attend a mandatory safety meeting scheduled for October 9, at 6:00
p.m.,Student Union Little Theatre. Absence may result in disqualification of parade entry
at the discretion of the Homecoming Executive Team.
General Information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on decisions regarding Homecoming
2014.
Parade Float must be completed by 3 p.m. on October 24, 2014.
Parade Float must be in place on Monroe Street on October 24, 2014 the time by 11:59 pm.
Your float can not be left unattended until you are instructed to move to Parade location.
Between 4 a.m.& 6 a.m. on October 25, 2014, a city official will come guide you to the
proper Parade location.
A monetary limit of $2,200 has been established for parade floats. This monetary limit
includes money spent as well as donations. Living Groups must keep a ledger of their
financial records. Any violation of spending limits will be reviewed and acted upon by the
Homecoming Executive Team. Overspending will result in a loss of points for the entry
and/or may result in disqualification. The Homecoming Steering Committee does not wish
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to take away from any parade float; the Committee only hopes to promote the overall
Homecoming Spirit by insuring that all participants follow established guidelines.
Ledgers, receipts, and all other financial records will be requested at any time and should be
constantly updated. The updated ledger and an electronic budget form (template online) will
be required to be completed and picked up by the Homecoming Executive Team on
Thursday, October 23, 2014, the night before Walkaround.
Safety Check will be at 5:30 p.m., Friday, October 24, 2014, during the Walkaround
celebration.
In order for a float to be eligible for placing, it must complete the parade in sequence.
Human power will not be allowed to move the float down the parade route for any type of
parade float.
Human participation will be allowed on floats at the discretion of the Stillwater Fire Marshall.
Violations of this rule will result in disqualification of the entry. The Homecoming Executive
Team reserves the right to make such decisions. Please refer to the Physical Plant Safety
Manual.http://www.ehs.okstate.edu/manuals/Decorate.htm.
A 10-minute delay of the parade or over a two-block gap due to breakdown or inability of the
entry to keep up with parade pace will cause removal of the parade entry. If a parade float is
not operational, it will not be judged.
No candy shall be thrown from any vehicle or float. This is due to a safety problem with
young children running under the cars to get dropped candy. IT HAS HAPPENED! Candy
is to be distributed by people walking along the curbside. No person should stand on the
roof, hood, fender, or bumper of any moving vehicle.
No alcohol is allowed on the parade route or in the parade lineup area, and any participants
found to be in the possession of alcohol or suspected of being intoxicated may be forced to
forfeit their parade float entry and could be referred to the University Conduct Office. The
Homecoming Executive Team reserves the right to make decisions regarding parade entry
disqualification.
Judging
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Points for competition will be dispersed on the following criteria:
a.
Adherence to theme ...................................................................................20%
 How well does the float incorporate & reflect the overall Homecoming theme
‘The Experience’?
 Does your float provide a clever interpretation of the theme?
b.
Appeal ..........................................................................................................20%
 Does the float appeal to alumni?
 Does the float appeal to families?
 What was your overall impression of the float?
 Does it represent or reflect the history, traditions, and spirit of the University?
c.
Originality and creativity ...........................................................................20%
 How intriguing is the color scheme?
 Is the float unique?
 Does the float represent a fresh/new idea?
 Does the float represent intricate and detailed efforts?
d.
Design, construction & engineering...........................................................20%
 How efficient and stable is the structure?
 Do all the moving parts work?
e.
Pomping....................................................................................................20%
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Violations
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 Does the pomping appear to be completed?
 Does the pomping represent intricate & detailed efforts?
 Were blending, shading, & shadowing effectively utilized?
Judging will take place during the Parade. The Parade floats will be judged by the VIP
Judges.
Exceeding size measurements
Disqualification
10 minute delay or two block gap of Parade
Disqualification
Assembling off living group property
10 points (Parade)
Parade float found out of place
5 points (Parade)
Failure to have ledgers ready on time
1 point (Parade)/violation
After a grace inspection, penalty points will be assessed for any violations of OSU safety
regulations. These decisions will be made by OSU Fire Protection and Safety students and
the Stillwater Fire Marshall. An exact list of point deductions and safety rules are in the
Physical Plant Safety Packet and can be obtained from the physical plant website. The link to
this packet is http://www.ehs.okstate.edu/manuals/Decorate.htm.
All other matters that are brought to the Homecoming Executive Team will be dealt with on a
case by case basis.
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Example Parade Score Sheet
Entry Organization(s) Name:
The point system is as follows:
a.
Adherence to Theme
20 POINTS
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 How well does the Float incorporate & reflect the University Homecoming
Theme?
 Does your Float provide a clever interpretation of the theme?
b.Appeal
20 POINTS
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 Does the Float appeal to alumni?
 Does the Float appeal to families?
 What was your overall impression of the Float?
 Does it represent or reflect the history, traditions, and spirit of the university?
c.
Originality and creativity
20 POINTS
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 How intriguing is the color scheme?
 Is the Float unique?
 Does the Float represent a fresh/new idea?
 Does the Float represent intricate and detailed efforts?
dDesign, construction & engineering
20 POINTS
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 How efficient and stable is the structure?
 Do all the moving parts work?
e.
Pomping
20 POINTS
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 Does the pomping appear to be completed?
 Does the pomping represent intricate & detailed efforts?
 Were blending, shading,& shadowing effectively utilized?
TOTAL
_________
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Orange Reflection
Kyndall Lewis, Campus Life
kyn@okstate.edu
405.226.6720
Information on Orange Reflection Submission Form
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Orange Reflection Entry due September 16, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. via Online Form.
General Information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on decisions regarding Homecoming
2014.
The purpose of the Orange Reflection contest is to promote Homecoming spirit within the
Residential Halls. This event is to increase the spirit among residents and welcome alumni
back to the University through spirited decorations.
Orange Reflection lights and decorations must be in place by 8p.m., Thursday, October 23,
2014. Lights must stay on until midnight on Thursday to allow enough time to view each
location. If lights are turned off prior to midnight, halls may run the risk of not being
judged.
Only decorations in place at the time of judging will be judged. If decorations and lights are to be
placed in student’s rooms, please plan ahead so that the student is aware that the lights must stay
on until midnight. Also, lights and decorations may not be placed in student’s rooms without
permission from the student.
Decorations/Lights in windows, bushes, trees, doors, and buildings, throughout the common area
that is visible outside of the building, and in individual resident’s windows are all acceptable, in
addition to main entrance areas that are visible to the outside of the building. Decorations placed
on the buildings, must first be approved by a Hall Director. Decorations outside must follow all
OSU Environmental Safety Rules and Regulations.
Decorations that do not meet these requirements will be not judged.
Judging will only take place outside of the residential halls, and residential groups cannot
be present to meet the judges.
Any decoration, however large or small, that is placed in-ground must obtain an Okie
Check at least 72 hours prior to digging. Okie Checks can be obtained by submitting an online
form at www.okticketentry.korterraweb.com, calling 1-800 522-OKIE, or dialing 811.
Due to safety rules, you must follow guidelines listed in the Physical Plant Safety Guide. All
materials must be approved by Physical Plant. For any questions regarding the use of
specific materials you should contact Steve Stevenson, Fire and Safety at 744-6525 ahead of
time. Also, fabric used must first be treated by Physical Plant Services or follow Physical Plant
Safety Rules outlined in the Safety Guide. Acceptable materials may include, for example, metal
and PVC pipe. The Physical Plant Safety Guide can be accessed at this site:
www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs/manuals/decorate.htm
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All extension cords for indoor or outdoor use must be industrial outdoor cords, for example, the
outdoor orange extension cords. Extension cords may be rented from Physical Plant Services.
NO ZIP CORDS!
You must use lights that are identified as indoor/outdoor or outdoor for decoration. This includes
decorations inside your building, balconies and outdoors.
Before using paint to decorate, check with the university.
A monetary limit of $600 has been established for Orange Reflection decorations. This monetary
limit includes money spent as well as donations. Residential Halls must keep a ledger of their
financial records. All lights and materials that you have purchased in the past must be included in
your budget at 10% of the total cost of the item. You must include all lights, materials used to
create forms, and other decorative materials in your budget. All extension cords, generators, etc.
should not be included in your budget. The Homecoming Steering Committee does not wish
to take away from any creativity; the Committee only hopes to promote the overall
Homecoming Spirit by insuring that all participants follow established guidelines. Ledgers,
receipts, and all other financial records can be requested at any time and should be constantly
updated. A budget form will be given to the event participants and needs to be delivered to OSU
Alumni Center by Friday October 24, 2014 at 3 pm. The budget form should include all expenses
acquired during the living group’s Homecoming preparation.
We ask that you do not turn your lights on again until Friday, October 24, 2014, at 5:30
p.m. for the Walkaround Celebration.
Judging
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Orange Reflection will be judged and evaluated on the following:
a.
Adherence to theme ........................................25%
 How well do the decorations incorporate and reflect the overall Homecoming
Theme ‘The Experience’?
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Appeal ..............................................................25%
 Do the decorations appeal to alumni?
 Do the decorations appeal to families?
 What was your overall impression of the decorations?
 Does it represent or reflect the history, traditions, and spirit of the University?
c.
Originality and creativity ................................25%
 Is the decoration unique?
 Does it represent intricate and detailed efforts made by many students?
d.
Use of lights ……………................................25 %
 How are lights incorporated to create an “Orange Glow”?
 Lights used in comparison to other decorations
 Visibility of lights
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Failure to have budget ready when requested
10% (Orange Reflection)
1 point (Orange Reflection)
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Example Orange Reflection Score Sheet
Please rate each category with appropriate points:
Adherence to theme
25 points
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 How well do the decorations incorporate and reflect the University Homecoming
Theme & Spirit?
Appeal
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25 points
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Do the decorations appeal to alumni?
Do the decorations appeal to families?
What was your overall impression of the decorations?
Does it represent or reflect the history, traditions, and spirit of the university?
Originality and creativity
25 points
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 Is the decoration unique?
 Does it represent intricate and detailed efforts made by many students?
Use of Lights
25 points
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 How are lights incorporated to create an “Orange Glow”
 Lights used in comparison to other decorations
 Visibility of lights
TOTAL
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Sign Competition
Kelsi Hildreth, University Spirit
kelsi.hildreth@okstate.edu
817.964.0571
Information on all Sign Submission Forms
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Sign entry is due by Friday, September 19, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. via Online Form
Construction and Setting Up of Sign
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Signs can be two-dimensional with the following guideline.
1. If doing Harvest Carnival, you CANNOT participate in sign.
2. Signs can be painted/and or textured. Signs can be textured up to a ½ inch of
covering material. Texture measurements will be taken from the surface of the board.
Board thickness is not included in the measurement. (This can include paper, bottle
caps, etc.) If a protective cover is utilized, it will also be considered in the ½ inch of
texture.
3. Maximum size is ten feet by twelve feet. The dimensions will be measured by the
Executive and Steering members for point violations.
4. A representative from each group must stay with the sign until cleared by OSU safety
AND the Homecoming Executive.
5. Signs must be completed, pre-constructed and finished by the time they are put up.
6. Only construction of support stands may be performed on site.
7. TENT STAKES AND ROPE MUST SECURE SIGNS FROM BOTH THE FRONT
AND BACK.
Groups must provide their own tent stakes and rope and caution tape for flagging ropes.
THE TENT STAKES MUST BE DRIVEN BELOW THE SURFACE OF THE GRASS TO
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURY.
There must be a minimum of four stakes: two in the front and two in the back.
Stakes that are not driven completely into the ground must be covered with tennis balls.
Entries deemed unsafe by the OSU Safety Department are subject to disqualification.
Please make sure that the name of the Res Hall is on the sign and easily visible.
General information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on decisions regarding Homecoming
2014.
A $250.00 budget has been set for the sign competition. The living group will need to provide
receipts and ledgers to the Homecoming Executive Team. They should be turned in at all-nightpomp to the Homecoming Exec’s.
Signs must be placed in the designated area on the Library Lawn.
Artistic Design Steering Committee will have a specific location for each sign.
Receive instructions from Homecoming Steering members as to the pre-determined location
of your sign before staking your sign in the ground!
If a sign is not completed by the time it is placed, it will not be judged.
Dimensions must be included on your entry form.
All signs must either be moved across from Sigma Nu or completely off Library Lawn
between 3 -4 p.m. Friday, October 24, 2014. If for some reason a living group must remove
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a sign from Library Lawn before the approved moving time, they must contact the
Homecoming Executive over artistic design to make arrangements on a case-by-case basis.
If participant decides to move sign across from Sigma Nu on Friday, it must be removed by
2 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2014.
Make sure your sign is waterproof! This means that a protective coating may be needed on the
sign. You may NOT cover up your sign. Waterproofing may be tested. If your sign is not
waterproof or you cover your sign up, you will receive zero points for Artistic Design.
Judging
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The point system is as follows:
a. Concept.......................................................... 40%
 The unique idea conveyed in the sign.
 This includes adherence to the overall Homecoming theme: ‘The Experience’, clever
slogans, unique words and images, and innovation.
 This score refers only to the idea, not how well it is communicated or how well the
sign is constructed.
b. Communication ............................................. 30%
 How well the idea is conveyed.
 This includes lettering, colors, contrast, composition of the elements on the sign,
clarity of the message, and how well the sign attracts and holds the reader’s attention.
 This score refers only to how clearly the concept is communicated, not to the idea
itself or how well the sign is constructed.
c. Craftsmanship................................................ 30%
 The execution of the sign.
 This includes the physical construction of the visible elements, line quality in
letterforms, image quality, neatness, durability, and overall neat appearance.
 This score refers only to how well the sign is executed, not to the idea nor to the way
the idea is communicated.
A Winning Sign will be one that equally shows:
1. Adherence to theme
2. Representation of Homecoming spirit
3. Visual appeal and creativity
Signs must be put in place between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2014.
Judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2014.
Violations
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Exceeding measurement requirements
Altering sign once on Library Lawn
Exceeding ½ inch limit off of board
Leaving before cleared by Exec and OSU Safety
Tardiness or putting the sign up early
Disqualification
Disqualification
10% (sign)
10% (sign)
10% (sign)
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Example Sign Score Sheet
Group: _________________
Dimensions meet requirement of 10ftX12ft _______________
Waterproof _____________
Point Breakdown (out of 100 points):
Concept: _____________________ (worth 40 points maximum)
Communication: ______________ (worth 30 points maximum)
Craftsmanship: _______________ (worth 30 points maximum)
Total Points: _______ (out of 100 points)
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Concept – the unique idea conveyed in the sign. This includes adherence to the Homecoming
theme: Branded for Life, clever slogans or copy, unique words and images, and innovation. This
score refers only to the idea, not how well it is communicated or how well the sign is constructed.
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Communication – how well the idea is conveyed. This includes lettering, colors, contrast,
composition of the elements of the sign, clarity of the message, and how well the sign attracts and
holds the reader’s attention. This score refers only to how clearly the concept is communicated,
not to the idea itself or how well the sign is constructed.
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Craftsmanship- the execution of the sign. This includes the physical construction of the visible
elements (not so much the supports in the back), line quality in the letterforms, image quality,
neatness, durability, and overall neat appearance. This score refers only to how well the sign is
executed, not to the idea nor to the way the idea is communicated.
Comments:
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Harvest Carnival
Blayne Horn, Harvest Carnival
blayne.horn@okstate.edu
405.574.5789
Information on Harvest Carnival Submission From
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Harvest Carnival entry form and detailed sketch are due August 29, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. via Online
Form.
General Information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on decisions regarding Homecoming
2014.
If doing Sign, you CANNOT participate in Harvest Carnival.
Harvest Carnival will be held from 6-8p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2014. The location is at The
Payne County Expo Center.
Participating groups should set up their booth between 2p.m. and 5:30 p.m., the day of the
carnival.
Booth must be in place and operational by 5:30 p.m.
There is a $150 spending limit for each booth. Living groups will be required to submit
receipts, ledger and an electronic budget form to the OSU Alumni Center by 3 pm on
October 24 2014.
Each group will have a designated 13W x 13D x 10H ft. area. This is the maximum space that
will be provided. You will not be required to fill the entire space.
There can be a maximum of 10 workers (current residents) per booth at any given time.
SAFETY IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE! Booths deemed unsafe by the OSU Safety
department will be excluded from the competitions and the carnival. If you have a question about
the safety of your booth, please contact the OSU Safety Department, 744-7241. GROUPS CAN
NOT USE LIVING ANIMALS (or dead for that matter) or motorized vehicles, and raw or
uncooked food in any booth.
Please note the weather during Homecoming week may be cooler and/or unpredictable in the
month of October. Be aware and plan your booths accordingly (i.e. water balloon tosses, dunk
tanks are not recommended).
All carnival booths must be handicap accessible.
You will be required to put your Orange Reflection theme onto your booth.
The donation list for Harvest Carnival will be determined at a later date. You will be
required to bring 75 cans which will be donated to Harvest II.
Canned goods will be due by 5:30 p.m. October 21, 2014, at the Payne County Expo Center.
You will not be responsible for and will not be allowed to provide prizes for your booth. Do
not spend money on candy or prizes; concentrate on the game itself. The Homecoming Harvest
Carnival Steering Committee will solicit donations for candy and giveaway prizes and distribute
them equally to each booth. No prizes for your booth, other than what is provided by the Steering
Committee, will be allowed.
A People’s Choice Award will be given to the most popular booth. No overall points will be
awarded for the winner of this category.
Judges may participate in the Harvest Carnival booths in order to get the full experience.
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The Homecoming Steering Committee strongly encourages practicality, simplicity, and
originality for booths. We encourage you to enter basic carnival games--for example, a football
or basketball toss or dart throw--or something inexpensive or creative you come up with on your
own.
To encourage originality, living groups’ Harvest Carnival booth from 2012 will be presented to
the judges prior to judging the games. Points may be lost if previous games are being used.
You will draw for submission orders at the Residential Life Meeting which will be held on
September 9th at the Jones Seminar Room OSU Alumni Center at 9 pm.
Judging
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Booths will be judged and evaluated on the following:
a.
Adherence to pairings personal theme……………………...…………….….10%
b.
Adherence to overall Homecoming theme ‘The Experience’…......................10%
c.
Education Aspect………………………………………………………...…..15%
d.
Alumni/Community Appeal………………………………………………….20%
e.
Originality/Creativity………………………………………...……………….20%
f.
Children’s Appeal…………………………………………………...…….….25%
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Booth not set up on time
Late delivery of canned goods
Exceeding the budget
Not being cleared to leave by Executive Team
Neglecting proper clean-up
10% (Harvest Carnival)
10% (Harvest Carnival)
5% (Harvest Carnival)
5% (Harvest Carnival)
5% (Harvest Carnival)
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Example Harvest Carnival Score Sheet
Entry Organization(s) Number: ______________________________________
Entry Organization(s) Theme: _______________________________________
Adherence to Pairing’s Personal Theme
10 Points
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 How well does the game relate to the pairing’s theme?
0-3 Not much adherence
4-7 Adequate adherence
8-10 Much adherence
Adherence to Overall University Theme
10 Points
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 How well does the game relate to the university theme?
0-3 Not much adherence
4-7 Adequate adherence
8-10 Much adherence
Educational Aspect
15 Points
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 Does the game have an educational objective?
0-5 Little educational aspect
6-10 Adequate educational aspect
11-15 Much educational aspect
Originality and Creativity
20 Points
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 Was the idea unique and interesting?
0-7 Not much originality and creativity
8-13 Adequate originality and creativity
14-20 Much originality and creativity
Alumni/Community Appeal
20 Points
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 Appeal toward alumni and the community?
0-7 Not much alumni/community appeal
8-13 Adequate alumni/community appeal
14-20 Much alumni/community appeal
Children’s Appeal
25 Points
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 How well does the theme of the organization appeal to children?
0-9 No appeal
10-17 Some appeal
18-25 Much appeal
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Chili Cook-Off
Blayne Horn, Harvest Carnival
Blayne.horn@okstate.edu
405.574.5789
Information on Chili Cook-Off Submission Forms
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Chili Cook-Off entry form will be due August 29, 2014, at 4:30 via Online Form.
General Information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on decisions regarding Homecoming
2014.
Student organizations participating in Chili Cook-Off are not required to take part in
sweepstakes.
Each group must prepare a bowl of homemade chili for each judge.
Each student organization must provide the holding container.
Each group must prepare a minimum of 10 quarts of chili for the public.
A table will be provided for each group. Each group is responsible for decorating its table and
area.
Only current residents of the participating Residential Hall will be allowed to decorate the table
or prepare the chili.
Each group must bring a serving spoon for the chili.
Each group must also provide the exact recipe of its chili.
Each group must be willing to eat its own chili if asked to do so.
Paid attendees will be provided bowls, spoons and napkins. Please do not furnish these items at
your table.
Must have signed up prior to participate.
No more than two outlets may be used.
Judging
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Chili will be judged and evaluated off the following:
a. For taste and quality of chili………………….……75%
b. For booth decorations and spirit…………………...25%
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Homecoming Tailgate
Kyndall Lewis, Campus Life
kyn@okstate.edu
405.226.6720
General Information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on decisions regarding Homecoming 2014
The Homecoming Tailgate will be held from 5 -7 p.m., Monday, October 20, 2014. The location is
The Village Courtyard.
The Homecoming Tailgate is worth 5% of the Required Point Activities for the Sweepstakes Award.
Points will be determined based on participation of games and contests as well as attendance of
residents from each hall.
To kick off Homecoming week, the Homecoming Tailgate will consist of music, food, and a game
competition between halls.
A team of five residents and one alternate resident are required to sign up for the game competition
from each hall. Submissions can be found online. Submissions are subject to cancelation due to time,
supplies, and/or participation.
Bonus sweepstakes points will be given to the halls that place in the game competition.
Door Prizes will be periodically given out throughout the Homecoming Tailgate.
Break Down of Points
10% of residents in attendance*...……………………………………………………….75 points
7-9% of residents in attendance…………………………………………………………..60 points
5-6% of residents in attendance…………………………………………………………..45 points
3-4% of residents in attendance…………………………………………………………..30 points
0-3% of residents in attendance…………………………………………………………....15 points
5 resident competitors and 1 alternate participation in competition………..…………….25 points
1st place in competition……………………………………………………………....2 sweepstakes points
2nd place in competition……………………………………………………………1.5 sweepstakes points
3rd place in competition……………………………………………………………..…1 sweepstake point
*Attendance numbers are based off of residency number provided by the Residential Life office
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Football Frenzy
Michael Barr, Athletic Pride
mjbarr@okstate.edu
501.352.3752
Information on all Football Frenzy Submission Forms
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Entry Deadline: Wednesday, September 25, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. Entry due via online form.
There will be a $50/team entry fee that is due September 25, 2014, by 4:30 p.m. in
ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center. This fee should not be a part of your overall Homecoming
budget. Entries that do not have an accompanied check will not be a part of the bracket until the
check is received. Please make checks payable to OSU Alumni Association.
Living groups may field only one (1) team. Rosters must be finalized and turned in via online
form by 4:30 p.m. September 25, 2014.
General Information
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The Homecoming Executive Team has the final say on all decisions regarding Football
Frenzy.
 Players will not appear in more than one roster or play on the field for more than one team.
Players who attempt to do so will be removed for the remainder of the tournament.
 A maximum of sixteen (16) players will appear on each roster. (16 players = 6 girls, 6 boys,
2 girl alternates and 2 boy alternates). Each player must be a current active member of the
living group for which he/she is playing. Player’s IDs will be checked by the Homecoming
Football Frenzy Steering Committee prior to each game.
 The tournament is coed, and it will be conducted according to standard OSU intramural coed flag
football rules, except the sections that:
1. Allow for player substitutions. Only players that appear on the finalized roster
(due September 25, 2014) will compete for his/her respective living group.
Absolutely no roster changes can be made after September 25, 2014.
a. In the case of emergency, illness, or injury an alternate can be used on your
player roster. Another alternate may not be added if you have to replace
someone on your roster for any reason.
2. Permit double elimination tournaments. The Homecoming Football Frenzy
Tournament will follow a double elimination tournament.
3. For more information on specific rules, contact OSU Intramural Sports at 744-7407.
 Rulings by the selected officials and the Homecoming Executive Team are final.
 Intramural rules/regulations will be enforced no matter who is officiated the games.
Intramural rules regarding eligibility for collegiate athletes are as follows:
1. Professional football athletes will be ineligible for participation.
2. Any person who is a member of a varsity or junior varsity squad shall not be eligible
to participate in that sport or corresponding sports. Members of varsity or junior
varsity sport squads will be defined as: those on scholarship, walk-ons, “red-shirts”,
academic ineligibles, and persons having varsity equipment checked out to them.
3. Any person who has earned an Athletic Letter at any four year institution which gives
college credit, regardless of size and level of competition shall not be eligible to
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participate in that sport, or corresponding sport(s) until the lapse of one (1) year
from the end of the season in which the player last competed.
4. Any person who tries out for, or is cut from a team after the second contest of the
season shall be ineligible to participate in that sport or corresponding sport(s) until
the lapse of one (1) year from the end of the season in which he/she last competed.
Any player who is ejected from a game by Intramural Officials for violent offenses will be
suspended from play for the remainder of the tournament. No players will be permitted to be
added to the roster to compete in the place of a suspended player. If a team is unable to play due
to lack of players, that team will forfeit the remainder of tournament games. In addition, any team
who has a player ejected will lose one (1) point toward the Sweepstakes Competition per offense.
Tournament brackets will be posted on the Intramural Website after the Live Bracket Seating on
Tuesday, October 7, 2014, at 9:30 p.m., place is Jones Seminar Room, OSU Alumni Center.
One person from each living group must be present. We will announce the dates, times, and
location of the tournament as we receive more information regarding Homecoming 2014.
A rain date will be discussed if bad weather is forecasted.
All cleats must be rubber. No metal cleats will be allowed.
Each team shall designate a captain to act as team spokesperson and make decisions. This captain
will be solely responsible for making the following decisions: pre-game/post halftime/overtime
choices, penalty enforcement, extra point tries, and fourth down (punting) choices. Only the
captain may talk to officials. Team representatives, including players, spectators, team managers,
coaches, and group members are subject to all Intramural rules no matter the location of the
tournament or officials. This includes the trash left by those mentioned. If a captain fails to
maintain a litter free sideline, the team will be penalized sportsmanship points, or removed from
the league if necessary.
The championship team will receive 12 t-shirts of varying sizes for the players only. Alternates
will not receive shirts.
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1st Place = 100 points * 10% event weight = 10 total points towards sweepstakes.
2nd Place = 95 points * 10% event weight = 9.5 total points towards sweepstakes.
3rd Place = 90 points * 10% event weight = 9 total points towards sweepstakes.
4th Place = 85 points * 10% event weight = 8.5 total points towards sweepstakes.
5th Place= 80 points * 10% event weight = 8 total points towards sweepstakes.
All teams not placing will receive participation points = 7.5 points towards sweepstakes.
Violations
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Member ejected from game:
Bad sportsmanship:
1 point/violation (Sweepstakes Points)
1 point/violation (Sweepstakes Points)
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Hester Street Painting
Kelsi Hildreth, University Spirit
kelsi.hildreth@okstate.edu
817.964.0571
General Information
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Hester street painting will take place on Wednesday, October 22, 2014, at 5:30 p.m.
Spirit points are awarded for participation.
This event is not required, however suggested.
Paint and brushes will be provided upon arrival.
Focus of Street painting
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The focus of this event is to show our support for the Oklahoma State football team by
writing words and statements of encouragement.
Please note: this is not an event to promote your individual living group.
Appropriate Examples: Beat the Mountaineers! Go Pokes! Pistols Firing! Orange Power!
Inappropriate Examples: Using any form of slang or curse words, or taking away from the
purpose of this event.
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Spirit Rally
Michael Barr, Athletic Pride
mjbarr@okstate.edu
501.352.3752
General Information
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The Spirit Rally is on Friday, October 24, 2014.
Arrive in Gallagher-Iba Arena by 8:15 p.m. Spirit Rally will begin at 9:30 p.m.
Each Res Hall must arrive at the Spirit Rally with 10 people from their living group.
Upon arrival at the Spirit Rally, each Res Hall must follow the directions given to them by the
Homecoming Committee Member that will be appointed to them.
All Res Halls will be responsible for helping clear all trash by giving it to their designated
Homecoming Committee Member. This will be the committee members that will be designated to
you when you arrive.
Please do not bring any purses or bags as these will slow entry into Gallagher-Iba Arena.
A determination on how many/if tickets will be distributed will be announced by October 17, 2014.
The Homecoming Spirit Rally is a fun activity that builds unity and promotes OSU Homecoming spirit
and does not require any prior preparation. Please remember that the activity will be judged on
participation. Res Halls will NOT be expected to bring or provide any materials for the Spirit Rally,
except for themselves and all of the spirit they can muster.
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Combining Halls
Rules and Procedures
1. Halls will be allowed to group up for the sweepstakes competition or individual
competitions. However, due to points and sweepstakes scoring, if your hall chooses to
group, they must group for all sweepstakes competitions.
2. Each set of hall groupings will each be equally responsible for the costs the groupings
acquire during Homecoming.
3. Groups will be required to turn in a budget/contract agreement signed by all combining
halls. This document will designate which hall is responsible for what items and who is
responsible for what part of your Homecoming expenses and clean up!
4. The final approval of all groupings is at the discretion of the OSU Homecoming
Executive Team. Typically, hall residencies may not total over 1,500 students per each
pair.
5. Football Frenzy is not a part of the sweepstakes competition, so halls can include
members of the OSU campus outside of their living group.
*All final groupings are at the discretion of the Homecoming Executive Team
* The Homecoming Executive team does not require halls to change groupings every year,
however it is strongly encouraged. If halls have the opportunity, it provides a chance to branch
out and work with a different group of students than previously, creating a larger and tighter
Residential Life community.
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Homecoming Office
201 ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center
Stillwater, OK 74078
Homecoming Hotline:
Homecoming Email:
Adviser Phone:
(405) 744.5410
homecoming@orangeconnection.org
(405) 744.8711
OSU Alumni Association
201 ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center
Stillwater, OK 74078
General Phone Number:
Fax Number:
(405) 744.5368
(405) 744.6722
www.orangeconnection.org/homecoming
City of Stillwater
Rob Hill
Emergency Management
W 742-8380
Kirk Mittelstet
Police Department
W 742-8277
Trent Hawkins
Fire Marshall
W 742-8308
Neal Moore
Asst. Fire Marshall
W 533-8555
Oklahoma State University
Steve Spradling
Mgr. of Parking & Transit Services
W 744-6525
David Altman
University Police
W 744-4327
Steve Stevenson
Fire and Safety
W 338-0129
Stephen Boles
Hazard Comm. Coordinator
W 744-7241
Jeff Sweeden
Truck Services/Physical Plant
W 744-7163
Troy McCarthy
Heavy Equipment
W744-3206
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