HOWARD HOMECOMING 2015 "GLORY"

Greetings Alumni and Friends, The 2015 Howard University Homecoming is happening! Please join alumni and friends now through October 4th as we celebrate the 91st commemoration of Howard University's Homecoming titled GLORY. Included in this e-mail are opportunities to purchase tickets at Bison events like The Presidential Homecoming Soiree (10/3) and the 2015 Alumni Brunch and Fashion Show (10/4). VIP Tailgate reserved spots are still available; a link for football game tickets is at the end of this e-mail, please scroll down. Don't let the chance of rain keep you out of the game! Come to the 'MECCA' for the celebration!! THURSDAY ALUMNI EVENTS 10/1/2015 INAUGURAL LGBTA RENNAISSANCE RECEPTION This inaugural reception is an official Howard University (HU) fundraiser whose purpose is to provide an opportunity for Bison family and friends (Allies) to support their HU-LGBT brothers and sisters. This reception will be held at 6:00-9:30 p.m. in the Browsing Room of the Founders Library, Main Campus. Gourmet food and beverage will be provided. FRIDAY ALUMNI EVENTS 10/2/2015 HUAA COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT The Howard University Alumni Association with perform a Homecoming community service at the Capital Area Food Bank on Puerto Rico Ave. 9am - 12noon PRESIDENT'S STATE OF THE UNIVERSITY ADDRESS President Frederick will deliver an address on the State of the University at 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in School of Business Auditorium, Main Campus. RSVPs are not required, but appreciated. HOWARD UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS 45th ANNIVERSARY DINNER Honoring academic excellence, the Howard University School of Business invites you to celebrate "Transforming the Face of Leadership" at its 45th Anniversary Awards Dinner on Friday, October 2, at the J.W. Marriott in Washington, D.C. ALUMNI PAVILION ON THE YARD (10/2 and 10/3) AND THE HOWARD CENTER PARKING LOT (10/3) The Alumni Pavilion will provide alumni services and programs. Donations will be accepted and the tent will serve as the main hub for all of the alumni kiosks. Friday all day and concurrent with Yardfest activities; Saturday starting at 10:00 a.m. HUAA MEMBERSHIP AND DONATIONS DRIVE (10/2 and 10/3) An HUAA membership and donation drive will be held at the Howard University Bookstore, Howard Center parking lot and at the Alumni Pavilion on the Yard. 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. SATURDAY ALUMNI EVENTS 10/3/2015 PRESIDENT'S HOMECOMING SOIRÉE The President's Homecoming Soirée will be held at the W Hotel, 515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC 20004. All ticket proceeds are tax deductible and will be donated to the Student Aid Campaign. Registrations required for admission. Beer and wine included, plus a cash bar. Attire is 'cocktail chic.' You don't want to miss this! SUNDAY ALUMNI EVENTS 10/4/2015 HOMECOMING ALUMNI BRUNCH AND FASHION SHOW Homecoming week will wrap with the 2015 Homecoming Brunch and Fashion Show to be at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel, 2660 Woodley Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008. The reception is at noon and the luncheon begins at 1:00 p.m. The brunch and fashion show promises to be another extraordinary event. Tickets are $100 per person. GAME DAY EVENTS 10/3/2015 HOMECOMING PARADE Main Campus 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. HOMECOMING FOOTBALL GAME HOWARD UNIVERSITY V. NORFOLK STATE Greene Stadium 1:00 p.m. HOMECOMING TAILGATE Howard Center/Howard Towers Lots 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.