Homecoming
Homecoming is a blend of long-standing traditions and new events designed to reach all Golden Flashes, renew nostalgia and facilitate a lasting feeling of pride.
KENT STATE STARK HOMECOMING WEEK: Oct. 1 - 5, 2018
All food and giveaways are while supplies last.
Most events will take place outdoors, weather permitting.
Raffle winners will be chosen Friday.
MONDAY, OCT. 1
- Friends in a Flash
10 - 11 a.m.
Campus Center
Come meet new people in a uniquely interactive way! - Stadium Snacks
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Various locations throughout campus. - Plank for 100 Seconds Challenge
11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Finish the challenge and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a great Homecoming prize! Sponsored by the Recreation & Wellness Center. - Homecoming giveaways throughout the day.
- Campus department & office decorating contest begins.
TUESDAY, OCT. 2
- Fork in the Road, Kent State University's Food Truck
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Campus Center Patio
Get a taste of "Kent" life with these specialties. The first 50 people to purchase from the food truck will receive a free beverage.- Parmesan Artichoke Flatbread with Grilled Asparagus: $7
- Food Truck Salad: $7
- Macaroni & Cheese: $7
- Burger: $8
- Add Fries for an additional $2
- Jump Rope a 100 Times Challenge
11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Finish the challenge and receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a great Homecoming prize! Sponsored by the Recreation & Wellness Center. - Homecoming giveaways throughout the day, including exclusive KSU Homecoming t-shirts.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 3
- Homecoming Photo Booth
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Campus Center
Capture the memory of Homecoming Week with this interactive photo booth! Create your own Boomerang, print image or GIF. - Kent State Stark Student Studio Jazz Ensemble
12 - 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Enjoy the sounds of our student studio jazz ensemble. Sponsored by the Black History Committee. - Flash's Tailgate Picnic
12 - 1:30 p.m.
Campus Center
Enjoy free refreshments with our campus community while we celebrate Homecoming Week. - Wellness Trivia
Main Hall Lobby
Pick up a Wellness Trivia sheet, complete and return it by 7 p.m. in the Main Hall Lobby for a chance to win a great Homecoming prize! Sponsored by the Recreation & Wellness Center. - Homecoming giveaways throughout the day, including exclusive KSU Homecoming t-shirts.
THURSDAY, OCT. 4
- KSU Trivia featuring Kahoot!
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Emporium Grille | Campus Center
All you need is your cell phone and some friends to participate in this interactive game. All participants will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a great Homecoming prize! - 100 Steps Challenge
11:45 a.m.
Pond & Wetland Research Area
Walk around the pond for at least 100 steps. Send a selfie of yourself at the pond to shumm2@kent.edu by 7 p.m. to receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a great Homecoming prize! Sponsored by the Recreation & Wellness Center. - Friends in a Flash
12:30 - 1 p.m.
Campus Center
Come meet new people in a uniquely interactive way! - Homecoming giveaways throughout the day, including exclusive KSU Homecoming t-shirts.
FRIDAY, OCT. 5
- Friday Free for All Selfie
Send us a selfie of your Homecoming spirit! Can you decorate yourself with 100 pieces of Kent State flair? Send your photo to shumm2@kent.edu by 7 p.m. Sponsored by the Recreation & Wellness Center. - Campus department & office decorating contest judging and awards announced.
BONUS ACTIVITY - ALL WEEK VIDEO BONUS!
Make a 100 second video of yourself demonstrating your Kent State spirit. A cheer, a song, a dance - but keep it clean, please! Send your video to shumm2@kent.edu by 7 p.m. on Oct. 5. Sponsored by the Recreation & Wellness Center.
KENT STATE HOMECOMING: Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018
Contact
Ashley Brightbill
Manager, Student Activities & Services
Academic Success Center
40 Campus Center
330-244-5041
abright6@kent.edu