Homecoming 2009

October 8-10

"Grow With Murray State!"

Grand Marshals of the Homecoming Parade are

Bill '50 and Irene Morgan of Benton, Ky.

Parade: 9:30 a.m.

Tent City: 11 a.m.

Game: 3 p.m., MSU vs. JSU

Lodging Information:

Holiday Inn Express

U.S. Hwy. 641 N. (270) 759-4449. Use group code MSH.

Baymont Inn

U.S. Hwy. 641 N. (270) 759-5910. Use group code HOME.

Hampton Inn

1415 Lowe's Dr. (270) 767-2226. Use group code PAT.

*Unbooked rooms will be released September 9.

Thursday, Oct. 8

9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Organizational Communication Day. Wilson Hall, third floor. Theme: "Organizational Communication @ Work." Alumni will discuss their careers, how they have applied the Organizational Communication degree and advice they have for students. Admission is free. For more information, contact Dr. Steve Cox at (270) 809-4463 or steve.cox@murraystate.edu.

7:30 p.m.

"The Three Sisters," by Anton Chekhov, at the Robert E. Johnson Theatre on MSU's campus. Presented by the MSU Theatre Department. A poignant story of three provincial sisters who long to go to Moscow. Tickets are $8-10 and reservations are recommended by calling the MSU Theatre Department at (270) 809-4421.

Alumni Art Show. Curris Center Gallery, 1st floor. For more information, contact Becky Atkinson.

Friday, Oct. 9

3:30 p.m.

Friends of the Pullen Arboretum Kick-off Celebration. Pullen Farm Pavilion. The School of Agriculture invites alumni and friends to showcase the ongoing development of the arboretum gardens and facilities. The event is free. For more information, contact Paul Radke at (270) 809-3940 or at paul.radke@murraystate.edu.

4 p.m.

Murray State News Staff Reunion (1964-1971)

Join fellow staffers for registration and a reception in the Journalism Department, Wilson Hall.  For more information, contact Martin Kady (wva1945@yahoo.com) or Patti Jones (patti.jones@murraystate.edu).

5 p.m.

28th Annual 5K Run through MSU's campus. Entry fee: $15; $20 day of race. Pre-registrants receive t-shirts on race day. Check in: 4 p.m. at Student Recreation and Wellness Center. Prizes will be awarded to 1st place finishers in each age group, male and female. For information, call Campus Recreation at 270-809-6791.

5:30 p.m.

"Come Back to the Farm" Homecoming Cookout." Fellowship, fun and food for MSU School of Agriculture alumni and their families. Children's and family activities begin at 5:30, including a corn maze, pony rides, petting zoo, duck races, cornhole, hay loft slide, climbing wall, swings, petal tractors and inflatable horses. Dinner and program begins at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are required by calling Stephanie Peck at (270) 809-3936.

6 p.m.

Biology Alumni Dinner honoring 2009 Distinguished Biology recipient Dr. Tom Logan, M.D., '61. Murray Room at the Regional Special Events Center. Reservations required. Deadline: October 2. Cost: $18 a person. Call 800-758-8510 or 270-809-5600 for reservations.

6 p.m.

Murray State News Staff Reunion (1964-1971)

Join fellow staffers for dinner at the Big Apple Cafe'.  For more information, contact Martin Kady (wva1945@yahoo.com) or Patti Jones (patti.jones@murraystate.edu).

7:30 p.m.

"The Three Sisters," by Anton Chekhov, at the Robert E. Johnson Theatre on MSU's campus. Presented by the MSU Theatre Department. A poignant story of three provincial sisters who long to go to Moscow. Tickets are $8-10 and reservations are recommended by calling the MSU Theatre Department at (270) 809-4421.

Alumni Art Show. Curris Center Gallery, 1st floor. For more information, contact Becky Atkinson.

Saturday, Oct. 10

8 to 9:30 a.m.

24th Annual College of Education Homecoming Breakfast. Murray Middle School Cafeteria. Cost: $5 for adults, $2.50 for children, and reservations are required. Contact Kellie Harlan at (270) 809-3817 or kellie.harlan@coe.murraystate.edu.

"M" Club Breakfast. Curris Center large ballroom. Sponsored by MSU Athletics. Cost: $15 a person. Reservation deadline: October 5. For reservations or information, contact Crystal Morrow at 270-809-3746 or crystal.morrow@murraystate.edu.

9:30 a.m.

Homecoming Parade, featuring Bill '50 and Irene Morgan of Benton, Ky., as Grand Marshals, and the Racer Band. Begins downtown and ends at 15th and Main Streets on campus. For information, call the Student Government Association at (270) 809-6951.

11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Sid Easley Alumni Center will be open. Visit the center, pick up an alumni decal and view your brick in the patio area!

20th Annivesary Tent City Homecoming Festival, Roy Stewart Stadium. Tents for academic colleges, Athletics, Murray Training School alumni, Bookstore, Alumni Association, Residential Colleges, Greek Row and more. Variety of food available. Free admission, open to the public. Enter through the north or south end zone gates. For information, contact Sabrina Mathis at (270) 809-3279.

2:30 p.m.

Homecoming Pre-game festivities, Roy Stewart Stadium. Includes crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen.

3 p.m.

MSU vs. Jacksonville State, Roy Stewart Stadium. Tickets are $10 for adult reserved bleacher seats ($6 for children 3-18), $7 for general admission ($4 for children 3-18). Reserved chair seats are $12 and must be purchased in advance. For tickets, call the MSU Ticket Office at (270) 809-3000. For more information, contact Susan Darnell at (270) 809-4895. Tickets also available at www.ticketmaster.com.

7:30 p.m.

"The Three Sisters," by Anton Chekhov, at the Robert E. Johnson Theatre on MSU's campus. Presented by the MSU Theatre Department. A poignant story of three provincial sisters who long to go to Moscow. Tickets are $8-10 and reservations are recommended by calling the MSU Theatre Department at (270) 809-4421.

Alumni Art Show. Curris Center Gallery, 1st floor. For more information, contact Becky Atkinson.