News Release

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September 16, 2005

Boise State University will kick off Homecoming 2005 beginning Oct. 1; events will last until Oct. 8, when Boise State plays Portland State. This year’s theme is “Back to the Blue,” and dozens of campus organizations have joined together to bring entertainment and service opportunities to students, alumni and the community. Events include:

• Into the Streets. 8 a.m. Oct. 1, Student Union Jordan Ballroom. Join Boise State students, faculty, staff and alumni as they volunteer. Participants can choose volunteer work from more than 30 community organizations. Most service projects will be completed by noon. Sponsored by the Volunteer Services Board. Call 426-4240.

• Toilet Bowl Coed Flag Football Tournament. 3-10 p.m. Oct. 3, Bronco Stadium. Participants in the annual Toilet Bowl play on the “smurf turf.” Free to participate and attend. Call 426-2447.

• Back to the Blue Barbecue. 5:30 p.m. Oct. 5, Student Union back patio. Enjoy a buffet and music provided by University Pulse. $5.

• Back to the Classroom. All day Oct. 6-7 at locations throughout campus. Back to the Classroom features successful alumni returning to Boise State campus classrooms to engage and interact with current students. Alumni who have developed their careers and have insights to share are encouraged to contact the department chair of their field of study. Topics can range from career development to topics of special interest. Interested alumni should contact Renee White at the Boise State Alumni Association for more details. Call 426-1831.

• “3D Creativity: Lessons from Theater, Software and Football.” 7-8:30 p.m. Oct. 6, Boise State Alumni Center, 1173 University Drive. What makes an organization limited by resources, located in a mid-sized and relatively remote location, successful? International Business professor Nancy Napier asked that question of three organizations in the Valley — the Idaho Shakespeare Festival, ProClarity and Bronco Football — then researched what they have in common. Presented by the Renaissance Institute. Free. Parking available in front and adjacent to the Alumni Center. Call 426-1831.

• Student Programs Board Homecoming Dance. 8:30-11:30 p.m. Oct. 6, Boise Centre on the Grove. A ’30s inspired dance featuring the band Highstreet. Food and drink will be served. $5 per student couple and faculty and staff with ID, $20 per alumni couple. Call 426-1223.

• 10^th Annual College of Business and Economics Friends of the College Golf Scramble and Barbecue. Shotgun start at noon Oct. 7, Shadow Valley Golf Course. Proceeds from the golf scramble fund scholarships for business majors. For more information, call Patrick Shannon at 426-3786.

• 50 year-plus Class Reunion Honoring the Class of 1955. 2-4 p.m. tour of campus, 6 p.m. cocktail reception, 7 p.m. buffet dinner, Oct. 7, Boise State Alumni Center, 1173 University Dr. Members of the class of 1955 are invited to celebrate the golden anniversary of their graduation from Boise Junior College. The class of ’55 also will participate in the Homecoming Parade on Oct. 8. All graduates from the ’30s, ’40s and ’50s are invited to attend. For information on the event price or to RSVP, call Donna Conner at 426-1959.

• Homecoming Founders Society Reunion. 6 p.m. Oct. 7, Ha’Penny Irish Pub and Grill, 850 Broad St. in the 8^th Street Marketplace. Join members of the Founders Society classes of 2003-2005 for food and fun. Contact Renee White at 426-1831 or reneewhite@boisestate.edu for more information.

• Intercollegiate Knight, Golden Plume Chapter Reunion. 6-10 p.m. Oct. 7, Le CafΘ de Paris, 204 N. Capitol Blvd. Join the Intercollegiate Knights for a reunion. If you have apparel or memory items that can be used for decorating, call Pam Hult at 343-3888 or Rhiannon Horn at 426-1284. RSVP to 426-1284 by Sept. 30. $25 per couple, $15 singles in advance; $30 per couple and $17.50 singles at the door.

• Student Programs Board Homecoming Concert. 8 p.m. Oct. 7, Taco Bell Arena. Featuring the band Lifehouse. $10 students, $15 general, $25 floor. Tickets through Select-a-Seat, 426-1494, or the Student Programs Board, 426-1223.

• Stampede Into the Streets Homecoming Parade. 2 p.m. Oct. 8. The parade can be viewed from Broadway Avenue and University Drive. For the parade route, please visit http://homecoming.boisestate.edu. The parade grand marshals will be Lori and Duane Stueckle.

• 3^rd Annual Men’s Lacrosse Alumni Game. 2:30 p.m. Oct. 8, Student Union Recreation Field. Free. Call 426-2447.

• Alumni Roundup Chili Feed and Reunion. 2-6 p.m. Oct. 8, Boise State Alumni Center, 1173 University Drive. Parade watching, family activities, a chili feed and tailgate party. Featuring appearances by Buster, the Maneline Dancers and the Bronco Cheer Squad. Watch for the Alumni Tent; each college will have free game and chili feed tickets for alumni who stop by the tent and identify themselves to their college dean. Call 426-1698.

• Intercollegiate Knight Golden Plume Reunion Tent. 2-6 p.m. Oct. 8, Boise State Alumni Center, 1173 University Drive. Bring jackets, songbooks, pledges and any other memorabilia. Call 426-1284.

• Portland State vs. Boise State. 6:05 p.m., Bronco Stadium. Call 426-4737.

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Last reviewed on Thursday, December 22, 2005