The Biggest Tradition of Campus: Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally
Join us for the annual Homecoming parade down Dickson Street! The University of Arkansas Homecoming Parade is one of the University's biggest and longest running traditions. Come join your fellow Razorback fans, alumni, family, friends and students and let's pack Dickson Street to show our Razorback Spirit.
Immediately following the parade, join us for the 2017 Homecoming Pep Rally sponsored by Razorback Booster Club. Students, alumni, and community members are all welcome to attend. Join your Razorback family in cheering for our football team and come see performances by the Razorback Spirit Squads and Razorback Band! Additionally, the 2017 Homecoming Court will be introduced culminating with the announcement of the Queen and King.
The schedule for today:
Senior Walk Dedication
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Start at front steps of Old Main
Contact: Taylor Smith — tds018@uark.edu
Homecoming Parade
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Running from the top of Dickson Street to the heart of campus
Contact: J.P. Gairhan — jpgairha@uark.edu
Homecoming Pep Rally
Time: Immediately following the parade
Location: Chi Omega Greek Theater
Contact: Razorback Booster Club — razorbackboosterclub@gmail.com
National Pan-Hellenic Step Show
Time: 7:30 p.m., ticketed event
Location: Verizon Ballroom, Arkansas Union
Contact: Greek Life — 479-575-5001
Contacts
Ryan Miller, associate director of student and young alumni
Alumni Association
479-575-3510,
romille@uark.edu
Alyssa Pruitt, marketing specialist
Arkansas Alumni Association
479-575-3591,
astrodel@uark.edu
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