09/26/11 kkh

HAYS, Kan. -- This year's Fort Hays State University Homecoming celebration will include a variety of ways for Tiger supporters to reacquaint with their old stomping grounds through such get-togethers as the class of 1951 and 1961 class reunions and the All-Year Football, Block and Bridle, Anderson VIP Ambassadors, and Wesley Foundation specialty reunions among many other events.

Advance registrations are required. Register at http://goforthaysstate.com/homecoming2011

For more information, call the Alumni Association at 785-628-4430 or toll free at 1-888-351-3591.

Schedule of Homecoming events:

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 5:

Second City Comedy Tour

7:30 p.m., Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center.

Second City Comedy Tour is the leading brand in improvisational sketch comedy and where Saturday Night Live stars Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert and many other comedy all-stars got their start. Some material may not be appropriate for children under 13. Tickets are available on site. For more information, contact the University Activities Board at 785-628-5355.

THURSDAY, OCT. 6:

Tiger Alumni and Friends Golf Tournament

8 a.m. Registration, 9:30 a.m. Shotgun Start, Smoky Hill Country Club, 3303 Hall.

A continental breakfast will be served before a four-person scramble. Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served, paid basis. Women, men, senior and mixed-team divisions are available. Lunch will be provided. Proceeds will fund FHSU scholarships for deserving students.

Post Rock Alumni and Friends Chapter Social

5:30 to 7 p.m., Robbins Center.

Alumni can kick off Homecoming weekend by joining fellow Tiger alumni and friends for appetizers and drinks at an after-hours social hosted by the Post Rock Alumni and Friends Chapter.

Tiger Bonfire

7:30 p.m., Robbins Center, east lawn.

Tiger fans are welcome to celebrate and "burn up" the Pittsburg State University Gorillas. Sponsored by Tigers4Life and the FHSU Fraternity/Sorority Community. A special project to benefit FHSU students will be unveiled.

Wesley Foundation Gathering

8:15 p.m., Bannister Residence, 413 W. 6th.

FRIDAY, OCT. 7:

Homecoming Registration

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Memorial Union.

All alumni and friends need to check in at the registration desk. All pre-paid tickets must be picked up at this time.

Half Century Club Luncheon and Induction

10 a.m., Half Century Club Living History Session; 11 a.m., social; 12 p.m., luncheon; Memorial Union.

The classes of 1951 and 1961 will be honored.

Campus Tours

10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Memorial Union.

Oktoberfest

11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Frontier Park, South Main.

Oktoberfest is a community tribute to the Volga-German heritage, full of food, entertainment, games, crafts and unique items for sale.

FHSU Tiger Alumni and Friends Tent

11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Oktoberfest, Frontier Park, South Main.

Stop by, say hello and sign up for a chance to win prizes.

United Methodist Campus Ministry Open House

1:30 to 4:30 p.m., 6th and Elm.

Wesley Foundation Reunion

5 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. dinner and program, Memorial Union.

Football Reunion Social

5 to 8 p.m., Thirsty's Sports Bar and Grill, 2704 Vine.

Art Exhibit & Opening Reception

5 to 7 p.m., Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art, Rarick Hall, room 102.

"The Lavielle Collection: Etchings, Lithographs and Woodcuts of Rural America," a notable collection of American printmaking, focused primarily on the Kansas-based Prairie Printmakers.

Alumni and Friends Awards and Recognition Banquet

6 p.m. social, 7 p.m. banquet, Memorial Union.

Block & Bridle Reunion

7 p.m. dinner, Robbins Center; 9:30 p.m. social, Wild Rose, 109 W. 7th.

Baseball Reunion Social

7 p.m., The Golden Q, 809 Ash.

For more information, contact Steve Johnson, FHSU baseball coach, at 785-628-4357 or email him at skjohnson5@fhsu.edu.

SATURDAY, OCT. 8:

Homecoming Registration

8 a.m. to noon, Memorial Union.

5K Tiger Red Carpet Run/Walk

7:30 a.m., registration; 8:30 a.m., race, Robbins Center.

Participants may dress as their favorite "star" to join the race through campus. Prizes will be awarded to each age group with a special prize for best celebrity costume.

Class of 1951 and 1961 Reunion Brunch

9:30 a.m., Memorial Union.

11:45 a.m., board trolley for parade, Memorial Union.

Football Reunion Tour of Lewis Field Facilities

10 a.m., Lewis Field Stadium, 91 Lewis Drive, east entrance.

VIP Student Ambassador Brunch

10 a.m. to noon, President's Residence, 7 College Drive.

"The Lavielle Collection"

10 a.m. to noon, Moss-Thorns Gallery of Art, Rarick Hall, room 102.

Bob Cortese Book Signing

11 a.m., Forsyth Library

Former Tiger Head Football Coach Bob Cortese will be on hand to autograph copies of his book, "Stories Beyond the X's and O's."

Block and Bridle Reunion Board Homecoming Parade Float

11:45 a.m., Memorial Union.

Football Reunion Board Homecoming Parade Float

12 p.m., Memorial Union.

Homecoming Parade

1 p.m., Main, Downtown Hays.

Alumni Baseball Game

2 p.m., Larks Park, Fourth & Oak.

For more information, contact Steve Johnson, FHSU baseball coach, at 785-628-4357 or email him at skjohnson5@fhsu.edu.

United Methodist Campus Ministry Open House

2:30 to 9 p.m., corner of Sixth and Elm.

Alpha Gamma Delta Open House

2:30 to 5 p.m., 409 W. Eighth.

For more information, contact Lynette Bickley at lrbickley@yahoo.com or Kathie Taylor at 785-625-3747, or email Taylor at ktaylor@ruraltel.net.

Delta Zeta Open House

2:30 to 6:30 p.m., 410 W. Sixth.

For more information, contact Kiley Johansen at 785-625-3719.

Football Reunion Tailgate

3 to 7 p.m., Tiger Alley Tailgate, outside of Lewis Field Stadium along Elm.

Gospel Extravaganza

4 to 5 p.m., Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center.

Special performance by Rudy Currence. Free-will offerings will be accepted with proceeds going to the FHSU Diversity Affairs Book Scholarship. For more information, contact George E. Jackson III, coordinator of diversity affairs, at 785-628-4664 or email him at gejackson@fhsu.edu.

Tiger Friends and Family Picnic

4 to 7 p.m. (food served at 5 p.m.), east side of Lewis Field Stadium.

Enjoy a fried chicken dinner with all the trimmin's, prepared by J D's Chicken. Entertainment provided by Warm Guns, featuring live acoustic rock and roll and country music.

FHSU vs. Pittsburg State University Football Game

6 p.m., Pre-game ceremonies; 7 p.m., game time, Lewis Field Stadium.

SUNDAY, OCT. 9:

Wesley Foundation Reunion Worship Service

10:45 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 305 W. 7th.

FHSU Volleyball vs. Pittsburg State University

2 p.m., Gross Memorial Coliseum.