Alumni and public invited to second annual Homecoming Week activities

by Ryan Wooley
January 30, 2015

Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus (IUPUC) will hold its second annual Homecoming Week with an array of activities, several of which are open to the public. Alumni and former IUPUC students as well as high school students, parents, and local residents are invited to attend.

IUPUC’s Homecoming 2015: Unleash the Pride will be held Feb. 19-21. Public activities include an evening featuring nationally recognized comedians, a homecoming brunch featuring alumni panelist, and a Saturday evening basketball game with the crowning of a Homecoming King & Queen during half-time.

An annual tradition at many universities, colleges, and high schools across the U.S., it will be the second homecoming event in IUPUC’s 44-year history, said Kaleb Briscoe, assistant director of student involvement.

“IUPUC Homecoming is an opportunity to support IUPUC and show school spirit,” Briscoe explained. “Homecoming is a fun and engaging event that gives the entire university an opportunity to build enthusiasm and momentum. Student organizations are also encouraged to participate in homecoming activities through a spirit competition.”

Thursday, Feb. 19: COMEDY NIGHT

  • The headline act is Damon Williams, a Chicago-based talent who is one of the hottest comedians in the business today. He has performed at comedy tours and festivals across the world, including the Royal Comedy Tour and The Us Comedy Arts Festival. With notable appearances on BET Live, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend, The Joyner Skyshow, Showtime at the Apollo, Williams has also appeared in HBO’s P Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy and The Real Deal Comedy Jam in UK.
  • General admission begins at 6:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. in Columbus Learning Center Lecture Hall & Auditorium at 4555 Central Avenue in Columbus. Admission and parking are free.

Friday, Feb. 20: Homecoming Brunch

  • IUPUC will host its first Homecoming Brunch, which will feature an alumni panel, 2015 Homecoming Court, and meet and greet with IUPUC basketball players. The event is co-sponsored by IUPUC Alumni Association and the moderator for the occasion is Emily Hodnett, IUPUC Alumni Board President. Panelist members include Emma Spakal, Jennifer Dettmer, Dr. Virgil Hill, the Honorable James Worton, and Austin Bustle representing the liberal arts, education, general studies, and business divisions.
  • The brunch will be held in the Learning Center Student Commons from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those who wish to participate should RSVP using the following link: https://www.iupuc.edu/campus-life/homecoming/.

Saturday, Feb. 21: BASKETBALL GAME & HOMECOMING COURT

  • The IUPUC men’s basketball team will compete at 6 p.m. at the Foundation for Youth, located at 405 Hope Avenue in Columbus.
  • The Homecoming King & Queen will be announced during halftime.
  • Cost for game admission is $5 for adults and $3 for students. Children 12 and under are free.

“In addition to these events, Homecoming 2015 activities will include a day of service and a homecoming dance,” Briscoe added.

Complete details for IUPUC’s homecoming activities are online at www.iupuc.edu/campus-life/homecoming/. For information, contact Briscoe at 812.375.7526 or briscoek@iupuc.edu.