2011 Penn State Homecoming Game and Weekend - PSU
Start Planning for a Nittany Lions Victory
2011 Penn State Homecoming Parade Photos
October 14-16, 2011
Football Game: Saturday, October 15th vs. Purdue
October in Happy Valley means trading your sunscreen for sweatshirts and seeing the green foliage of summer turn into a mosaic of colors draped over Happy Valley. It also means football, and specifically Homecoming weekend for Penn State.
This year's Homecoming weekend will be on October 14-16, with the Nittany Lions taking on Big Ten rival Purdue on Saturday the 15th. The 2011 Homecoming theme will be announced during this year's Blue-White Game.
Although there is no such thing as a "sure win" in the Big Ten, Penn State should enter this year's Homecoming game with a decided advantage. Purdue is not expected to finish in the top half of the Big Ten next season, and one Purdue blog thinks the Nittany Lions shouldn't have too much trouble on Homecoming weekend.
Homecoming is one of the toughest weekends to get a hotel in State College, so start making your plans now!
Homecoming Week Schedule of Events
August 22nd - Homecoming Court Nominations Round 2
All Penn State students can nominate students, faculty and staff that go above and beyond to make Penn State a better place.
Ends August 26th
Spirit Points for nominating University Court
August 23rd - Fall Info Meeting
Info Meeting the first week of fall to go over some FAQs.
TBA at 6 PM
Point Deduction for not attending
August 31st - Homecoming Night at the Spikes
All Penn State students are welcome to attend, and organizations will have the opportunity to buy tickets for the game and will be awarded spirit points for attendance.
TBA at Medlar Field
Spirit Points
September 18th - Homecoming Day of Service
Volunteer a few hours of your time to help improve the Penn State community! Participating orgs can earn spirit points by volunteering. Sign up online at volunteer.psu.edu.
10:00am-3:00pm at Alumni Hall
Spirit Points
September 28th - Security Meeting
SCMs must attend this meeting to go over their responsibilities on parade day and sign-in forpoints.
8:30 PM at 101 Thomas
Spirit Points/deduction for not attending
September 28th - Competition Meeting
All Competitors will be briefed on Homecoming Week events and competition procedures./br>
9 PM at 101 Thomas/br>
Spirit Points/deduction for not attending
October 3rd-October 8th - Spirit Week
All Penn State students are encouraged to participate in Spirit Week events and theme days to get pumped up for Homecoming Week! Overall Competitors can earn spirit points for participating.
Spirit Points
October 6th - Homecoming Blood Drive
Everyone is encouraged to donate blood at the Homecoming Blood Drive! Members of participating organizations have the opportunity to earn spirit points by donating.
TBA at HUB
Spirit Points
October 9th - Inside the Park Homecoming Walk - 10AM start
The inaugural Inside the Park Homecoming Walk will be the kick-off to the week of events. The Walk around Medlar Field at Lubrano Park will be followed by a Penn State family fun day full of activities and performances for all ages!
The event is open to everyone, not just students and there will be activities for children also.
October 9th - Dance Competition
Dance teams will compete to see who is Penn State's Best Dance Crew! The winners will perform at Pep Rally on Friday. Turn in your tickets afterwards to receive Spirit Points for your organization!
7 PM at Rec Hall
Spirit Points
October 9th - Homecoming and SPA Concert
Homecoming Kick-Off concert sponsored by SPA. Artist TBA
9 PM at Rec Hall
Spirit Points
October 10th - East Halls Celebration
Watch student organizations' performances, win prizes, get free food, purchase Homecoming merchandise and meet your 2011 Homecoming Court! Banner and T-Shirt Competition submissions will be on display.
4-7 PM at Findlay Commons
Spirit Points
October 10th - Student Court Voting
Students can vote for their choice for the 2011 Homecoming King & Queen
Voting ends 5 PM 10/14
Spirit Points
October 10th - Banner Competition
Submit your banners at the Competition Meeting and then come see them on display for judging at East Halls Celebration./br>
4-7 PM at Findlay Commons
Competition Points
October 10th - T-Shirt Competition
Submit your T-Shirt designs by Friday, Sept. 23rd and then come see them on display for judging at East Halls Celebration!
4-7 PM at Findlay Commons
Competition Points
October 11th - Past to Present Celebration
Come celebrate Penn State's history and progressive through the years! Free food, games, performances and much more!
11 AM-4 PM at HUB
Spirit Points
October 11th - For the Glory Talent Show
Come see Penn State organizations show off their talents including magic, singing, dancing and even stand-up comedy!
TBA at Eisenhower Auditorium
Competition Points
October 12th - BOPS Carnival and Field Day
Come celebrate Penn State tradition at the Best of Penn State Field Day & Carnival! Field Day includes fun filled games for registered orgs to participate in. The Carnival features booths with games and activities for anyone to participate in. There will also be free food, giant inflatables, raffles and more!
4-8PM at Old Main Lawn
Spirit and Competition Points
October 14th - Student and Alumni Ice Cream Social
Come to the Hintz Family Alumni Center before the parade for an afternoon of friends, fun, and entertainment. Enjoy some creamery ice cream and interact with current and former Penn Staters!
1:30-3 PM at Hintz Alumni Center
Spirit Points
October 14th - Pep Rally
The Pep Rally is where the entire Penn State community gathers to get excited for the Homecoming football game! Come show off your PSU Pride and you enjoy appearances by some of your favorite Penn State groups, including the Blue Band, Cheerleaders and of course the Lion! Make sure to stick around for the crowning of your 2011 Penn State Homecoming King & Queen!
9 PM at Rec Hall
October 14th - Madhatter Competition
Madhatters must check-in at the same time their designated float check-in time. They will be judged at 2:30pm.
2:30 PM at Intramural Building
Competition Points
October 14th - Parade
Come see the largest student run collegiate homecoming parade in the nation!
6 PM in State College
October 14th - Parade
Entries into the float competition will be judged as they pass the Friends & Family Tent at the Allen St Gates on College Ave.
6 PM at Allen Street Gates
Competition Points
October 15th - Tailgate Competition
The Tailgate Competition is now open to any and all alumni or students! Get ready to show off your delicious food, exciting atmosphere, and Penn State pride! Prizes will be given out the day of the event.
10 AM at Beaver Stadium
October 15th - Homecoming Football Game
Come cheer on the Nittany Lions as they take on the Purdue Boiler Makers! Let's go State!
at Beaver Stadium
Competition Points
Interview with Leah Matusow, PSU Homecoming's 2011 Executive Director
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