| Thursday, October 8th |
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| 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
Stop by the Alumni Center - pick up your Homecoming schedule of events. Browse through yearbooks, enjoy the hospitality and visit for a little while. |
| 9:00 p.m. |
"Go Cats" lighting at Residence Halls - see Hedges residents spell out Go Cats on the high rise halls - a great site! |
| 9:00 p.m. - 12 a.m. |
Blue and Gold Ball - Student Alumni Association Dance. the Baxter Ballroom. $10/person or $15/couple. |
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Friday, October 9th
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Blue & Gold Friday
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| 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
Visit the Alumni Center – Come visit us until 5 p.m. Come look at back issues of the Montanan yearbook and have a cookie and coffee. Relax and reminisce "at home."
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| All day |
Hello Walk – Stroll the campus Centennial Mall and say hello to fellow alumni, and current students and enjoy Homecoming Friday. Visit the Bookstore and load up on Bobcat gear!
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| All day |
Coffee Cats – Renne Library staff invite you to have coffee and take a tour of the beautifully renovated academic center of campus.
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| 10:15 - 11:15 |
Campus Tour from an MSU student – meet at Ask-Us Desk in the SUB. |
| 1 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
M-DAY – Hike to the "M" on Mount Baldy, established by the class of 1918. The first 100 climbers to the M get a t-shirt to commemorate your Homecoming hike. Sponsored by First Year Initiative (FYI), the MSU Alumni Association and the Vice President for Administration & Finance.
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| 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. |
President’s Homecoming Luncheon and Alumni Awards Ceremony – President Geoff Gamble's final Homecoming luncheon as MSU's 11th president, with special recognition of and awarding the recipients of the prestigious Blue and Gold Award and the Alumni Achievement Award. $18/person. Hannon Hall Dining Room. |
| 2 p.m. |
Alumni Plaza and "Spirit" the Bobcat Dedication – Join the Alumni Association as we celebrate the newest addition to campus, a six-foot bronze bobcat called "Spirit." North of Montana Hall, at the sidewalk convergence of Linfield, Herrick and Montana halls. This will be a terrific celebration -- all alumni, friends and the public is welcome to attend. Reception to follow in Leigh Lounge. |
| 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. |
MSU Historic Buildings Tour – hosted by the MSU Alumni Association and City of Bozeman Historic Preservation department. Park and meet at the Alumni Center to begin the tour. |
| 6:00 p.m. |
Homecoming Pep Rally - Downtown Bozeman, at Willson and Main Street. Sponsored by The Cannery, The Baucus Pub, 18 Miles from the Border, Chalet Sports, the Leaf & Bean, and the Downtown Bozeman Association.
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| 7:00 p.m. |
MSU Homecoming Volleyball game vs. Northern Colorado - Shroyer Gym.
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| 7:00 p.m. |
Homecoming "Downtown Friday Night" – ALUMNI Homecoming HQ at The Pour House, corner of Main and Rouse.
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| 8:00 p.m. |
Lighting of the M on Mount Baldy by the Student Alumni Association.
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| 8:00 p.m. - 1 a.m. |
Midnight Mania – MSU Students join in this excitement-filled traditional Homecoming event as tournaments, pizza wars and lots of activity, provide on-campus fun for current students. Located in MSU's Fieldhouse. |
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Saturday, October 10th
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Bobcat Saturday! (Wear your Blue and Gold)
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| 8 a.m. |
Bobcat Breakfast – The Pour House, downtown Bozeman (corner of Rouse and Main). $10 at the door. Start your day off with some serious spirit. |
| 10 a.m. |
Homecoming Parade – Stake out a prime spot early to join in the celebration of this long-lasting tradition down Main Street. If you are interested in participating in the parade, contact the student Homecoming Chair through ASMSU at 406-994-2933. |
| 11:30 a.m. |
Alumni Tailgate Party
Whoop it up Montana State-style, in the tailgate tent, before the game. This is a spirit packed tradition for everybody and a great place to gather your group. FREE.
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| 12:30 p.m. |
Ribbon Cutting for Bobcat Plaza at the Track & Field Complex – Behind Bobcat Stadium, east side (scoreboard side) toward the Musuem. Sponsored by Bobcat Track & Field Association.
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| 1:35 p.m. |
Bobcat Football vs. Northern Arizona
Cheer the Bobcats on to victory! Crowning of 2009 Homecoming King & Queen and the fabulous Spirit of the West Marching band! $25/game ticket. |
| 7:00 p.m. |
MSU Homecoming Volleyball game vs. Northern Arizona - Shroyer Gym.
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