Campus Begins Homecoming Celebration

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Atlanta, GA | Posted: October 22, 2014

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Events will take place all week leading up to the football game against the University of Virginia on Nov. 1.

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Events will take place all week leading up to the football game against the University of Virginia on Nov. 1.

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Fall brings one of Tech’s most celebrated seasons: Homecoming.

Starting with a concert on Thursday, Oct. 23, the campus will celebrate Homecoming through a multitude of activities, leading up to the Tech vs. Virginia football game on Nov. 1 at 3:30 p.m.

Whether you’re a student, faculty/staff member, or an alumnus, you’re sure to find traditions and events to engage you, your family and friends.  

Friday, Oct. 24

  • Homecoming Step Show
    Time: 7 – 10 p.m.
    Location: Ferst Center for the Arts
    What: Unifying the Georgia Tech community through the National Pan-Hellenic Council, the Homecoming Step Show is a way for fraternities and sororities to showcase their hard work.

Saturday, Oct. 25

  • Soiree Under the AtlanTech
    Time: 7.30 p.m. – Midnight
    Location: Peachtree Room, Student Center
    What: Students can enjoy this Under the Sea-themed event with a live DJ and snacks.

Sunday, Oct. 26

  • Iron Buzz
    Time: 8 – 11 a.m.
    Location: Check-in at the CRC. Routes for the running and biking portions of the race will be posted on the Iron Buzz Routes document.
    What: A timed triathlon event in which student teams will compete in a 200m freestyle swim, bike race around campus, and mile run.

Tuesday, Oct. 28

  • Alumni Letter Writing
    Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
    Location: Tech Walkway
    What: While writing a letter of appreciation, students share their favorite Tech traditions and the reasons why they LOVE Georgia Tech. 
  • Conversation with President Peterson
    Time: 11 a.m. – Noon
    Location: Clough Commons 152
    What: A one-hour question and answer session between the students of Georgia Tech and President Peterson.
  • Talent Show
    Time: 7:30 – 9 p.m.
    Location: Ferst Center for the Arts
    What: Enjoy the many unique talents of Georgia Tech students.

Wednesday, Oct. 29

  • CanStruction
    Time: 9 a.m. – Noon
    Location: Around Tech Green
    What: Watch students build the tallest freestanding can-made structure! Cans will be donated at the end of the event.
  • Mock Rock
    Time: 7 – 10 p.m.
    Location: Ferst Center for the Arts
    What: Watch different organizations at Tech perform an original act in relation to the Homecoming theme.

Thursday, Oct. 30

  • Alumni Association Keynote Presentation
    Time: 6 – 7 p.m.
    Location: Georgia Tech Global Learning Center, Room 236
    What: Join Paul Brown (Mgt 89), chief executive officer of Arby’s Restaurant Group and former president of Brands and Commercial Services for Hilton Worldwide, and Michelle Jarrard (IE 89), director of McKinsey & Company, as they celebrate their 25th class reunion with an interactive and informal presentation to reflect on how their commonalities — discovered as Tech co-op students sharing a job — underscore their success in spite of their very different executive roles.
  • Welcome Reception
    Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
    Location: Georgia Tech Hotel & Conference Center – Club Room
    What: After the keynote presentation, join fellow alumni, students, faculty, and staff for a Homecoming 2014 Welcome Reception!
  • Night Traditions Tours
    Time: 8 – 9 p.m.
    Location: Meet at the SAA table on Tech Walkway
    What: Find out more about Georgia Tech on this spooky night tour around campus.

Friday, Oct. 31

  • Archives Open House
    Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
    Location: Archives (Library Annex, next to Hinman Building)
    What: Stop by the Archives for a presentation of historical materials about Georgia Tech football, along with other rare items in their collection.
  • Campus Tours
    Time: 3 – 4 p.m.
    Location: Georgia Tech Global Learning Center Atrium
    What: Join ambassadors and staff from the Office of Capital Space Planning & Management for a unique one-mile walking or bus tour around campus.
  • Campus Master Plan
    Time: 2:15 – 3 p.m.
    Location: Georgia Tech Global Learning Center Room 222
    What: Join Howard Wertheimer, director of Capital Planning & Space Management, as he talks about how Tech’s campus grew to where it is today and what the future has in store.
  • Mini 500
    Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
    Location: Peter’s Parking Deck
    What: Don’t miss the Legendary Mini 500 Tricycle Race, with Buzz leading the first lap.

Saturday, Nov. 1

  • Freshman Cake Race
    Time: 6.30 a.m.
    Location: Front of McCamish Pavilion
    What: All freshmen are invited to participate in the Freshman Cake Race. Winners for the male and female races will get to meet Mr. and Mrs. Georgia Tech on the field at halftime during the Homecoming game.
  • Ramblin' Wreck Parade
    Time: TBA
    Location: The route will start at the corner of Fowler and Eighth streets and continue down Fowler to the corner of Fowler and Fourth.
    What: Watch the different fixed body cars and wrecks that were made this year.
  • Mr. and Ms. Georgia Tech
    Time: Half-Time of the Game
    Location: Bobby Dodd Stadium
    What: Mr. and Ms. Georgia Tech will be announced during halftime.
  • Ramblin’ Wreck Rally Tailgate
    Time: 2.5 hours before kick-off
    Location: Tech Tower Lawn
    What: White and gold never grow old at the 2014 Ramblin’ Wreck Rally Tailgate. ADMISSION IS FREE, so drop by any time before the game and enjoy the best pre-game party around.

 

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