HOMECOMING 2005 CALENDAR

Beginning Monday, October 24 and lasting all week Sign & Banner Competition – Visit Library Lawn to see the artistic works of OSU student groups in the sign competition; banners will be on display in the Student Union Atrium.

Campus Decorations – Stop by each residence hall and each academic college on campus and view their Homecoming decorations as the entire campus gets in the Homecoming spirit…even the Library fountain is orange!!

Tuesday, October 25 Harvest Carnival and Chili Cook-off – Come see firsthand the tradition that began Homecoming. The carnival, created just for kids, is put on every year by OSU student organizations. Come and try 5 different kinds of chili and for $3.00 get a steaming bowl of your favorite kind! The event will be held at the Wes Watkins Center from 5:30-8:30 p.m. and includes games, prizes, music and a wide variety of other activities.

Wednesday, October 26 Street Painting – Show your Cowboy and Homecoming spirit by painting Hester Street with words of encouragement for the team! Bring the family from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and enjoy this community event. We provide the paint and brushes – you provide the spirit! Orange Reflection – A spectacular new competition! The residence halls come to “light” with orange decorations. The lights go on at dusk on Wednesday and remain all weekend. Drive or walk through the residence hall area to enjoy the glow.

Friday, October 28 Orange Connection Alumni Store – Beginning at 4:00 p.m. the Orange Connection Alumni Store will be open at the corner of University and Monroe, selling Homecoming t-shirts and attire, as well as other alumni merchandise that can be viewed at www.orangeconnection.com. The store will be open through Walkaround. Class of 1955 Reunion Activities begin – A hospitality room is open at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of your graduation from Oklahoma A&M. Activities continue Friday and Saturday. Alumni Registration – Located at the OSU ConocoPhillips Alumni Center, the registration center will be open from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Register your attendance, pick up your collector’s cup, find out about activities for the family, and purchase Homecoming 2005 merchandise and other OSU items from the Alumni Store! You can also register to win a great tailgate-lovers package. (Class of ’80 don’t forget to ask for your 25-year pin!) Black Alumni Golf Tournament – This year’s OSU Homecoming will mark the eighth annual OSU Black Alumni Association Golf Tournament to be held at Cimarron Trails in Perkins. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 10:00 a.m. For more information, http://www.orangeconnection.org/cgi-any/activities.dll/show?sitename=OKTMP&id=74&bid=&template=event_register.htm"click here". Black Alumni Reunion and Dedication – In conjunction with the golf tournament, there will be a dedication of the Black Alumni Room in the new ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center at 5:30 p.m. Orange Glow – Check out numerous restaurants and bars in Stillwater that will be “glowing orange” as they show off their Cowboy spirit. The most spirited establishment will win the Orange Glow award. Walkaround – Enjoy the festival atmosphere as thousands of people start at the corner of University and Washington and view the elaborate house decorations. Complete with music, food and games this party is fun for the entire family! Activities run from 6:00-10:00 p.m. Chesapeake Energy Spirit Rally – Join the student body in Gallagher-Iba Arena on Friday night at 9:30 p.m. after Walkaround as they prepare to beat Bevo and the Longhorns. Orange Power will be in full force at this spirited event as Oklahoma State continues the nation’s largest homecoming celebration. Saturday, October 29 Alumni Registration – Located at the OSU ConocoPhillips Alumni Center, the registration center will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Register your attendance, pick up your collector’s cup, find out about activities for the family, and purchase Homecoming 2005 merchandise and other OSU items from the Alumni Store! You can also register to win a great tailgate-lovers package. (Class of ’80 don’t forget to ask for your 25-year pin!) “Sea of Orange” Homecoming Parade – Come and see the Homecoming royalty, bands and floats. The parade begins at 9:00 a.m. on Main Street in downtown Stillwater. Orange Connection Alumni Store – Open immediately following the parade (10:00 a.m.) the Orange Connection Alumni Store will be open at Click Hall, selling Homecoming t-shirts and attire, as well as other alumni merchandise that can be viewed at www.orangeconnection.com. The store will be until game time. Alumni Pre-game Tailgate – It’s the place to be before the game! Meet your friends and OSU family at the ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center for Hideaway pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks beginning at 10:30. Black Alumni Reunion Luncheon – In conjunction with the golf tournament and dedication, the Black Alumni Association will be hosting a lunch in the Oklahoma Room of the Student Union from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (211 SU). Orange/White Basketball Scrimmage – Cowboy Basketball will host an orange/white scrimmage on Saturday, Oct. 29 as part of the Homecoming Festivities. Doors will open at 12:30 p.p. and tip-off is set for 1:30 p.m. Seating is general admission so arrive early and get the best seats. Tickets for the basketball scrimmage are $5 for OSU Faculty and Staff as well as the general public. All OSU students may purchase tickets to the scrimmage for only $3 by showing their OSU ID. To purchase tickets, please visit the OSU Ticket Office on Saturday starting at 8 a.m. All proceeds from the Orange/White game go to local charities. Alumni Association Pre-Game Pep Rally – Join the OSU Spirit Squads, the Spirit Band and Pistol Pete as we get ready to cheer on our Cowboys in a pre-game pep rally. The fun starts at 3:15 in Click Alumni Hall. The Walk – Root for Coach Mike Gundy and the OSU Cowboy football team as they walk down Hester Street to Boone Pickens Stadium. “The Walk” will take place at 3:45 p.m. Black Alumni Reception – The Black Alumni Association will be hosting a pre-game reception at 4:00 p.m. in the Black Alumni Room at the Alumni Center. Hang out with Bullet – Bullet’s making a stop at the Alumni Center to hang out before the game from 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. Say hello and even take a picture with him on the terrace (east side of building)! Spirit Beat March – Joint the OSU Spirit Band at 5:00 p.m. for its concert on the terrace. Then, follow the music to Boone Pickens Stadium prior to kick off. Before the Game – One of Homecomings oldest traditions, the crowning of the King and Queen will take place prior to kick-ff (approx. 5:30 p.m.) down on the field. The Game – Watch the Cowboys take on the University of Texas Longhorns at 6:00 p.m. in Boone Pickens Stadium. If you didn't get a ticket you can view the game on two 15' projection screens in Click Alumni Hall. You'll be able to see all the action up close on the big screens! Halftime – Don’t miss the festivities as alumni and students are recognized and Homecoming trophies are awarded.

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This individual reports directly to the Executive Director and will be responsible for securing affinity relationships, partnerships and sponsorships with businesses to generate revenue to support the programs and services of the Oklahoma State University Alumni Association. This individual should have a sales mentality and enjoy calling on prospects. He or she also should have an entrepreneurial spirit, always thinking about new and creative ways to market the Alumni Association, build corporate relationships and create revenue. This individual should have or be able to quickly acquire an understanding of Alumni Association programs and services and a passion for Oklahoma State University and its alumni. This person must have the flexibility to travel and work independently, while also being a team player. Salary is commensurate with marketing ability and experience; total compensation will include salary and performance incentives. Position will be filled when qualified applicant is found. For full consideration, send an application letter, resume and references to Director of Human Resources, Oklahoma State University Alumni Association, 201 ConocoPhillips OSU Alumni Center, Stillwater, OK 74078-7043. The Oklahoma State University Alumni Association is an EEO employer.

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