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Homecoming: Events and How to Get Involved

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Iowa chapter.

With Homecoming week fast approaching you may be thinking to yourself, how do I get involved? What is even going on? Here at the University of Iowa there are so many things to do during Homecoming week. Whether you are a part of the Greek life on campus or live in a residence hall, there are events for all. The informational packet can be found on the University of Iowa Homecoming website under the participation tab.  

Saturday, October 3, 2015

Give back to the community on Volunteer Day from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 4, 2015

Check out the Cultural Diversity festival at Hubbard park from 12:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

Catch Hawkeye Hustle, a four person relay race, 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Pentacrest.

Monday, October 5, 2015

Save a life by heading over to the IMU to donate blood from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Try your luck at a giant game of capture the flag during Capture the Capital at Pentacrest from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Take advantage of free food at Hawkeye Feed at Hubbard Park.

Network with fellow classmates or alumni at the Hungry Hawkeyes Alumni Dinner 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Throw on your athletic gear, and head over to the CRWC for dodgeball, an obstacle course, tug-of-war and jousting starting at 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Hang with Herky and UI’s premiere athletes at Sports Night at the UI Athletic Hall of Fame starting at 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 8, 2015

If you missed Hawkeye Feed on Tuesday, you’re in luck! There is another Thursday.

Check out a number of performances at Iowa Shout starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Pentacrest

Later that night head, over to the IMU for CAB movies at 8:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., or head over to the Iowa City Improv Show on Madison Street at 10:00 p.m.

Friday, October 9, 2015

Friday kicks off with the Homecoming parade at 5:45 p.m. followed by Coronation at the Pentacrest.

Also at the Pentacrest is Churches concert.

There are also CAB movies at the IMU at 8:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 10, 2015

Head over to Kinnick for the Iowa vs. Illinois game.

Later enjoy CAB movies at 5:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

My name is Sarah Pippin, and I am from Marshalltown Iowa. I am studying Communications with a Writing Certificate in Writing for Media, and a minor in Cinematic Arts at the University of Iowa. I am involved in service projects around campus and Iowa City as a member of Alpha Phi Omega Omicron. I also host Pippin Talk a talk show on Saturday's from 11am-12 on KRUI Iowa City 89.7 FM. I LOVE all things makeup and fashion. You can check out my blog at http://sispip85.wix.com/allmadeup I am an avid Grey's Anatomy, F.R.I.E.N.D.S, Gossip Girl, and Gilmore Girls fan.
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