“America’s Greatest Homecoming
Celebration” is
Official Rule Book for
Student Organizations
Presented by the
Table of Contents
Letter from Your Executive Director
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Executives
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Important Dates
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Point Breakdown
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Awards
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Parade Entry
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Sign Competition
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Harvest Carnival
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Chili Cook-Off
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Football Frenzy
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Hester Street Painting
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Spirit Rally
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Important Numbers
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Letter from Your Executive Director
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
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2014 Homecoming Execs
America’s Greatest Homecoming
Celebration is ‘The Experience’
October 25, 2014
West Virginia Mountaineers vs. OSU Cowboys
Taylor Collins
Executive Director
214.402.2546
taylor.collins11@okstate.edu
Blayne Horn
Harvest Carnival
blayne.horn@okstate.edu
405.574.5789
Kara Laster
Public Outreach
405.570.7653
kara.laster@okstate.edu
Jimmy Hutson
Promotional Design
580.515.4415
james.hutson@okstate.edu
Michael Barr
Athletic Pride
501.352.3752
mjbarr@okstate.edu
MaryKate Miller
VIP
405.371.3499
marykate.miller@okstate.edu
Kyle Kertz
House Decorations/Walkaround
210.854.9246
kyle.kertz@okstate.edu
Kyndall Lewis
Campus Life
405.226.6720
kyn@okstate.edu
Kelsi Hildreth
University Spirit
817.964.0571
kelsi.hildreth@okstate.edu
Emma Elkins
Parade
806.570.9611
emma.glen.elkins@okstate.edu
Melisa Parkerson
Advisor
405.744.8711
melisa.parkerson@okstate.edu
Homecoming Office
405.744.5410
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Important Dates
Football Frenzy Entry
 Via online form by 4:30 p.m.
 Payment must be included
Football Frenzy Roster Finalized
Sweepstakes Entry Form
 Via online form by 4:30 p.m.
Homecoming Tailgate Booth Application
 Via online form by 4:30 p.m.
Parade Float Entry Form
 Alumni Center 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
Live Bracket Drawing for Football Frenzy
 TBA
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
Harvest Carnival
 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Payne Count Expo Center
 Booth set up can begin at 2 p.m., must be completed by 5:30 p.m.
Final Budgets
 By 10 p.m., will be picked up by Executive Team
 Parade, Sign, Harvest Carnival
Parade Floats Completed
 By 3 p.m.
Parade Floats on Monroe
 Between 4:45 p.m. & 5:15 p.m.
Parade Floats Move Downtown
 Between 4 a.m. & 6 a.m.
Signs must be taken down
September 25, 2014
September 25, 2014
September 19, 2014
September 29, 2014
September 26, 2014
September 26, 2014
September 20, 2014
September 26, 2014
September 11, 2014
October 7, 2014
October 15, 2014
October 17-19, 2014
October 19, 2014
October 19, 2014
October 21, 2014
October 23, 2014
October 24, 2014
October 24, 2014
October 25, 2014
October 26, 2014
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By 2p.m.
Student Organizations Point Breakdown
Primary
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70%
70 Points
Parade Entry
40%
40 Points
Harvest Carnival
30%
30 Points
Student Organizations must participate in both activities to be considered for the 2014
Sweepstakes Award.
Secondary
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30%
30 Points
Sign Contest
15%
15 Points
Chili Cook-Off
15%
15 Points
In addition to the both primary point activities Student Organizations must participate in
the Signs competition plus the Chili Cook-Off for consideration for the 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 1st, 2nd and 3rd places in the open bracket. The scores
will not be tallied into the sweepstakes competition.
Hester Street Painting
Information listed in packet.
Spirit Rally
Information listed in packet.
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Recognition Awards
Sweepstakes Award
This award is given to the student organization 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 student organizations to participate in the Sweepstakes Category. The
Homecoming Steering Committee invites all student organizations to participate in any of the individual
competitions in which the organization would like to participate; however, these entries will not count
towards the Sweepstakes Award
This award is usually presented during the halftime ceremonies of the Homecoming football game.
 There is an entry form required for this award: it is due September 20, 2014 at 4:30 p.m. Via
online form**The form can be found at www.orangeconnetion.org/homecoming under
applications.
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 that 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.
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 votes for their favorite booth by participating in the
game or just putting tickets in the award jar.
Groups cannot offer the public something in return for people’s choice votes (i.e. pictures, freebies, etc).
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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.
Parade Float
Emma Elkins, Parade
Emma.glen.elkins@okstate.edu
806.570.9611
Information on all Parade Float Submission Forms
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Features and themes due September 26 , 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.
Entries must include a detailed sketch/description, (final sketch due September 5) 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 September 1, 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 15, at 7:00
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 by 4:45 p.m. on October 24, 2014. Your
float can not be left unattended until you are instructed to move to Parade location.
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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. Student Organizations 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
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 may be requested at any time and should be
constantly updated. 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 Life, The Legend, The Legacy’?
 Does your float provide a clever interpretation of the theme?
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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?
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Design, construction & engineering...........................................................20%
 How efficient and stable is the structure?
 Do all the moving parts work?
e.
Pomping....................................................................................................20%
 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 restrictions
Disqualification
10 minute delay or two block gap of Parade
Disqualification
Parade float found out of place
5 points (Parade)
Failure to have ledgers ready if requested
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:
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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?
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?
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?
Design, construction & engineering 20 POINTS
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 How efficient and stable is the structure?
 Do all the moving parts work?
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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Sign Competition
Kelsi Hildreth
Kelsi.hildreth@okstate.edu
817.964.0571
Information on all Sign Submission Forms
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Sign entry is due by Friday, August 20, 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. 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.
2. Maximum size is ten feet by twelve feet. The dimensions will be measured by the
Executive and Steering members for point violations.
3. A representative from each group must stay with the sign until cleared by OSU safety
AND the Homecoming Executive.
4. Signs must be completed, pre-constructed and finished by the time they are put up.
5. Only construction of support stands may be performed on site.
6. 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 Student Organization 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 Student Organizationmay need to
provide receipts and ledgers to the Homecoming Executive Team.
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 Student Organization
must remove a sign from Library Lawn before the approved moving time, they must
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contact the Homecoming Executive over artistic design to make arrangements on a case-bycase 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
Entry Organization(s) Name:
Theme:
Description of theme:
The point system is as follows:
Adherence to theme
Communication
Creativity
40 points
30 points
30 points
TOTAL
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Adherence to theme- The unique idea conveyed in the sign. This includes adherence to the
Homecoming theme: The Experience, 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.
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.
Creativity-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.
Please rate each category with appropriate points:
NOTES: (Notes are greatly appreciated as they prepare for next year)
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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 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.
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.
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 members) 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 individual 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.
The Homecoming Steering Committee strongly encourages practicality, simplicity, and
originality for booths. We encourage you to enter basic carnival games--for example, a football
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or basketball toss or dart throw--or something inexpensive or creative you come up with on your
own.
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To encourage originality, the Student Organizations 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.
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
 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
 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
 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
 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
 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
 How well does the theme of the organization appeal to children?
0-9 No appeal
10-17 Some appeal
18-25 Much appeal
TOTAL / 100
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Chili Cook-Off
Blayne Horn, Chili Cook-Off
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 qts. 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 members of the participating Student Organization 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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Football Frenzy
Michael Barr, Athletic Pride
Mjbarr@osktate.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.
Student Organizations may field only one (1) team. Rosters must be finalized and turned in via
online form by 4:30 p.m. September 25, 2014. Rosters will be posted online at
www.orangeconnection.org to be considered for any corrections. You will have until 5 p.m.
September 25, 2014 to make necessary changes (spelling of finalized names).
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
Student Organization 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 Student
Organization. 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 Intramural Officials and the Homecoming Executive Team are final.
Intramural rules regarding eligibility for collegiate athletes state:
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.
Tournament brackets will be posted in the Alumni Center after the Live Bracket Seating on
October 7, 2014 at 9 p.m., place is TBA. One person from each Student Organization must be
present. The tournament will begin Friday evening at 4:30 p.m., October, 2014, and will
take place at the Colvin Center intramural fields.
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. This includes the trash left by
those mentioned.
The championship team will receive 12 t-shirts of varying sizes for the players only. Alternates
will not receive shirts.
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Hester Street Painting
Kelsi Hildreth
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 6:00 p.m.
Spirit points are awarded for participation.
This event is not required, however suggested.
Paint and brushes will be provided upon arrival.
Please do not arrive until 6 p.m., so that the Stillwater community has time to paint.
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 Student Organization.
Appropriate Examples: West Virginia! 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 8:30 p.m. Spirit Rally will begin at 9:00 p.m.
Please do not bring any purses or bags as these will slow entry into Gallagher-Iba Arena.
The Homecoming Spirit Rally is a fun activity that builds unity and promotes OSU Homecoming spirit
and does not require any prior preparation.
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America's Greatest Homecoming Celebration
OSU Homecoming 2014
“The Experience”
WALKAROUND BOOTH RULES
All entry ideas must be approved by the Homecoming Executive Team. **
1.
Participating organizations and departments must submit entries to the Homecoming Steering
Committee no later than Wednesday, October 2, 2014, by 4:30 p.m., online at
http://orangeconnection.org/homecoming under the “Applications” link by 4:30
p.m.ABSOLUTELY NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED (no exceptions or
excuses)!!! Notification of acceptance or denial will be given no later than October 5th, 2012.
Special early approval arrangements may be made for those organizations needing to begin work
before the notification date. Call the Homecoming office for details (405-744-5410).
2.
Homecoming Walkaround will take place on the evening of October 18, 2014.
3.
Entries must include a detailed sketch/description, including what the purpose of the booth is (or
why you would like to have a Walkaround booth), what items will be sold or distributed (if any),
what activities will be available (if any), and any other pertinent information. Failure to supply a
detailed description may cause your application to be denied. This information is necessary to
determine eligibility and booth placement.
4.
Each entry receives up to four chairs and two tables for their use. More chairs and tables can be
supplied for an extra fee of $5/chair and $10/table.
5.
DO NOT LEAVE THE BOOTH UNATTENDED AT ANY TIME.
6.
The Homecoming Walkaround Committee does not allow solicitation, even for non-profit
organizations, away from the booth (i.e. Persons should not walk through the crowd asking for
donations).
7.
All persons granted a Homecoming booth spot will be granted a permit at the time of Check In at
Walkaround allowing their presence at Walkaround. Anyone attempting to set up a booth or
distribute information without a permit will be asked to leave.
8.
A representative from each group must attend a mandatory safety and
general information meeting. Absence may result in disqualification of
Walkaround booth entry and forfeiture of walkaround booth entry fee at the discretion of
the Walkaround Chair and the Homecoming Executive Team. This meeting is scheduled
for Wednesday, October 9, 2014, at 7 p.m. in Student Union Little Theater.
7.
Preferred booths should focus on celebrating OSU spirit and history, OSU Homecoming, and the
Homecoming tradition in some fashion (i.e. EVERYTHING ORANGE). As the Homecoming
Walkaround is designed to be a family oriented environment and celebration, groups are
encouraged to design booths that are appealing to this audience. Entrants wishing to distribute
items at Walkaround are encouraged to pass out creative items versus traditional trash-causing
brochures or flyers. Booth size is limited to a 10 ft. by 10 ft. area. A larger area can be purchased
for an extra fee. Please contact the Homecoming office for details.
8.
The Homecoming Executive Team reserves the right to reject any proposed entrant whose
application fails to comply with the specific and general themes of the Homecoming Walkaround.
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Furthermore, the Homecoming Executive Team reserves the right to reject any proposed entrant
whose entry is obscene, is patently offensive, offers no value to the community, and/or may
subject the committee to liability.
9.
The Homecoming Executive Team must receive a notification of cancellation by Friday,
October 11, 2014, for a full refund. Any cancellations after this date will be non-refundable.
10.
Please make checks payable to the OSU Alumni Association.
** The Homecoming Executive Team is a private subsidiary of the OSU Alumni Association that coordinates the Homecoming
Walkaround for groups or individuals desiring to display entrants consistent with the specific and general themes outlined
above, and who promote Oklahoma State University spirit.
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Homecoming Office
201 ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center
Stillwater, OK 74078
Homecoming Hotline:
Homecoming Email:
Advisor 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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