Jesse Wise and Monie Broadus, 2005 Homecoming Co-chairs
14000 Jericho Park Road
Bowie, MD 20715
Tel: 301-860-3835 or 301-860-4327
Fax: 301-860-3838 or 301-860-4159

Wednesday, October 12 | Thursday, October 13
Friday, October 14 | Saturday, October 15

WEDNESDAY, October 12

Homecoming Dance Lunch–12 p.m.–2 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this mid-day party. We promise food, fun and the latest line dances.

Attendees:
Faculty, staff, students, and alumni
Location:
Wiseman Student Centre (WC) Rm. 102 or WC Patio
(Free admission)
Description:
This lunch is an opportunity for everyone to come together to have a good time. Faculty and staff will be encouraged to spend this time eating and interacting with students. We will have instructors who will teach the group various line dances while a DJ will be playing popular tunes.

Bowie Alumni History Makers—7 p.m.

Featured Artists:
Simmie Knox, Brenda Makle '75, James Cunningham '77 and Teresa Wright ‘74
Reception following exhibition
Attendees:
Open to BSU community and public
Location:
Amos White IV Art Gallery & Myers Commons
Martin Luther King Building (MLK)
(Free admission)

High Tea and Crumpets–4 p.m.—6 p.m.

Attendees:
Open to BSU community and public
Location:
J. Alexander Wiseman Student Centre
Description:
Miss Bowie State University 2005-2006 and The Royal Connection help to celebrate this Homecomig season with a tea party with all past Queens and Court. This even is sure to be exceptional. Don't forget your hat and gloves! (Free admission)

THURSDAY, October 13

Karaoke Jazz Lunch –12 p.m.–2 p.m.

Attendees:
Faculty, staff, students, and alumni
Location:
Wiseman Student Centre Rm. 102
(Free admission)
Description:
This event is an evolution of the Jazz Lunch that is typically hosted by Mr. and Miss Bowie State University. Lunch, as always, will be provided and there will be a live jazz performance. Participants will be encouraged to get involved by singing their favorite tunes through karaoke. Are you adventurous enough to sing in front of people? We'll see!

Coronation of Mr. and Miss Bowie State University–7 p.m.–10 p.m.

Mr. and Miss Bowie State University will be officially crowned as the King and Queen of the University

Attendees:
Open to BSU community and public
Location:
Myers Auditorium, MLK
(Free admission)

Coronation Reception–10 p.m.–12 a.m.

Attendees:
Faculty, staff, students, and alumni
Location:
Wiseman Student Centre Rm. 102
(Free admission)
Description:
Join the newly crowned Mr. and Miss Bowie State University at this reception immediately following the coronation. There will be an opportunity to congratulate them personally.

FRIDAY, October 14

4th Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament

8 a.m.—Breakfast and registration
9 a.m.—Shotgun start
$90.00 per golfer, $350 per foursome

Location:
Bowie Golf and Country Club
7420 Laurel-Bowie Road
Bowie, MD 20715
Contact:
301-860-4327

Monte Carlo Day and Auction–12 p.m.–3 p.m.

Attendees:
Faculty, staff, students, and alumni
Location:
Wiseman Student Centre Mall Area
(Free admission)
Description:
All the fun of spending a day in Monte Carlo without the cost! The Wiseman Center Mall area will be transformed into a world–class casino, complete with games, lounge singers, free food, etc. We invite everyone to join us for a day of fun.

Homecoming Pep Rally–3 p.m.

BSU Band and football

Attendees:
Campus community
Location:
Wiseman Student Centre Patio
(Free admission)
Description:
Generate that Bulldog spirit before the game! Come out and show your support for our football team as they claim victory over St. Paul's College. Remember, they are representing us.

Alumni Scholarship Gala–7 p.m.—12 a.m.

The BSU National Alumni Association invites all alumni from different classes, faculty, staff, friends, and the community to gather and celebrate Bowie State University and its many achievements.

Location:
Best Western Hotel, 5910 Princess Garden Parkway, Lanham, MD
Contact:
Henry Williams at 301-590-0397 or Evelyn Wright at 410-772-8793
(Admit ticket)

Homecoming Concert–8 p.m.

The Student Government Association sponsored concert will be entertaining for all ages.

Location:
James Gymnasium (Admit Ticket)
Description:
Just when you think the fun is over, it's just getting started. What would any Homecoming be without a major performance? This year's concert will appeal to both students and alumni.

SATURDAY, October 15

Parade Line-up–8:30 a.m.

Crawford Science Building Parking Lot

Vendor Explosion–9 a.m.–6 p.m.

Location:
Wiseman Student Center (inside and out)
Description:
Expect to find Greek paraphernalia and tees, African American art, jewelry, candles, body oils, apparels, hand bags, gift baskets, and more.

Homecoming Parade–10 a.m.

(Free admission)

Description:
Join us right before the game as we showcase the treasures of Bowie State University during our Homecoming Parade. It'll be so much fun, you may just join in!

Nursing Alumni 10th Anniversary Reunion–11 a.m.

Attendees:
All Nursing alumni
Location:
Brunch, Wiseman 102
Contact:
Joan Oxendine at 301-860-4177
(Admit ticket)

Football Game–1 p.m.–4 p.m.

Location:
Bulldog Stadium
Opponent:
St. Paul's College
Contact:
Carolyn Miles at 301-860-3486
(Admit ticket)

Homecoming Carnival–4 p.m.–7:30 p.m.

After the game, stay around and have fun!

Attendees:
Campus community and guests
Location:
Campus-wide
(Free admission)
Description:
After the game, the campus will be transformed into a carnival like you've never seen before. There will be games, vendors and your favorite inflatable activities. We promise that there will be something to do for kids of all ages.

Homecoming Firework Display–Dusk

Attendees:
Campus community and guests
Location:
Campus-wide
(Free admission)
Description:
We will end the outdoor activities with an awesome fireworks display. When it starts, just stop where you are and enjoy!

Alumni Mixer–7 p.m.

Alumni of all ages will come together for a fun-filled celebration.

Location:
McKeldin Gymnasium
(Free admission)

Step Show–8 p.m.

Each organization which comprises the Pan-Hellenic Council will participate in this competition. An after-party will follow the Step Show.

Attendees:
Campus community and guests
Location:
James Gymnasium
(Admit ticket)
Description:
It's back with a vengeance! The Official Homecoming Step Show! Come out and see all nine Pan-Hellenic organizations compete in this step show. And after it's over, stay and party with us some more!